Xi Mu Zeta strives for academic
excellence among youth, community empowerment, and the
advancement of African-American women.
Xi Mu Zeta Chapter annually
distributes scholarships to deserving young students who are
preparing or continuing to pursue a degree of higher learning.
Scholarships are awarded in the names of Bonita
Woods-Harris, Charlene
Drake and Debbie
Gayden-Lavizzo. Since the inception of these scholarships
in 1991, Xi Mu Zeta has awarded over $18,000.00. The chapter
awards scholarships and book awards to deserving students at our
annual Essence of Zeta Awards. For scholarship correspondence, please
contact Scholarship@XiMuZeta89.org.
Debbie Gayden-Lavizzo
Scholarship
Debbie Gayden-Lavizzo was born in McComb,
Mississippi, September 25, 1961. The youngest of six children,
she was taught early in life that success comes with hard work
and perseverance. Active in her community and church, loyal to
her family and friends, Debbie gave of herself for the benefit
of others in all that she did.
In 1981, she was initiated into the
Sisterhood
of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority at Southern Mississippi University.
As a dedicated member, she strived for excellence in her
chapter. Upon graduation, Debbie relocated to Chicago where
she continued her strive for excellence and true dedication as
a member of Xi Mu Zeta Chapter.
In 1997, she lost her battle with breast cancer
at the young age of 36. Before her transition into Omega
Chapter, where she is now a Triumphant Soror, she resided in
the South Suburbs. Debbie's spirit lives on through her
husband; Christopher, her children,; Michael Alexander and
Taylor Marie, her parents, sibling, Sorors and close friends.
This award is named on her behalf to inspire students in the
South Suburbs to continue to strive for
excellence.
To be considered, applicant
must:
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Submit a completed
application on/before March 1, 2006;
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Be active and involved with
community service within the South Suburban
community;
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Have a C average;
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Submit three (3) letters of
recommendation; one from an active Zeta, high school
counselor, high school teacher, a church official or
employer.
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Submit a copy of your high
school transcripts reflecting your cumulative grade point
average.
Bonita Woods-Harris
Scholarship
Bonita Woods-Harris was born in Chicago,
Illinois on February 8, 1967. Affectionately known as "Bunny",
she had a great love for children. This love let to her
interest in the field of education. She acquired a Bachelor's
and a Master's degree in Education from Western Illinois
University and Chicago State University
respectively.
She entered the sisterhood of Zeta Phi Beta
Sorority, Inc. on May 6, 1990, Once becoming a member she
wanted to be involved in any and all activities that pertained
to children. She soon became sponsor of the Archonette Club.
Under her leadership, the club expanded between 70-80
members.
On September 16, 1995, Bonita became a
Triumphant Zeta. At the time of her passing she was a 5th
grade teacher at Barton Elementary School. She left an
indelible impression and legacy of love for those students she
taught and those many young ladies who were members of the
Archonette Club.
To be considered, applicant
must:
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Be an active and financial
member in the Archonette Club for at least six (6)
months;
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Have a C average;
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Submit three (3) letters of
recommendation; one from an active Zeta, high school
counselor, high school teacher, a church official or
employer.
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Submit a copy of your high
school transcripts reflecting your cumulative grade point
average.
Charlene Drake
Scholarship
Charlene Drake, a committed member of
the sorority for 18 years, demonstrated through her life the
principles of this organization, Finer Womanhood, Sisterly
Love and Scholarship. Her efforts and success in various areas
live on as goal for chapter members to strive
towards.
To be
considered, applicant must:
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Be enrolled full-time in a
college or university within the State of Illinois;
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Have a letter from the
current Basileus or Tamias verifying your financial
status;
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Submit three (3) letters of
recommendation; one from an active Zeta, your grad advisor,
University counselor, Dean and/or professor, a church official
or employer.
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Have been an active member in
current chapter for at least 1 year prior to submitting
application;
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Have a cumulative g.p.a. of
2.00;
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Submit a copy of your college
transcripts reflecting your cumulative grade point
average
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Other requirements for
receiving this award will be based on scholastic
achievement, need and service to Zeta.
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