Zeta Amicae

As early as 1940, graduate chapters of Zeta Phi Beta had begun to realize the importance of the prestige, good will, and cooperation of women who for various reasons were not members of any greek-letter organization. Early in 1948, there was such a group organized in Omaha, Nebraska, and they chose the Latin name, Amicae (friends). At the same time, other groups were being organized over the country and it was apparent that Zetas favored the auxiliaries.

The role of the Amicae are to lend assistance to Zeta activities; to promote good public relations among Zetas and other women in the community; to make non-Greek women feel closer to the program of a Greek group; and to assure more cooperations in community affairs sponsored by Zetas.

Archonette and Amicette Youth Auxiliaries

The first youth auxiliary clubs were formed in the 1950s under the names of Zetalites, Amicettes, and Archonettes. The Amicette clubs are composed of girls between 9 and 13 years of age. The Archonette clubs are composed of young ladies between ages 14 and 18 who are matriculating in junior and senior high schools. These clubs are sponsored by various chapters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Programs are developed, guidelines established, and the youth become viable links of the sorority. These individuals are invited to membership in the auxiliary clubs based on their interest in the high ideals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and demonstrates potential leadership in service to the community.