ZK Signature Programs
(State of Florida Collegiate Chapter of the Year 2007; also 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002)

Fall

• Blu-Haul is a Zeta Kappa Chapter program sponsored to assist students in moving into and out of their residence halls, apartments or homes in the beginning and/or end of semester. To receive the Blu-Haul services please contact any chapter brother

• The Zeta Kappa Chapter supports the Weeks of Welcome events sponsored by the University of Florida Dean of Students Office through hosting a tailgate BBQ for incoming freshman at the Institute of Black Culture. Students are encouraged to show Gator spirit as the academic year and football season begins.

• The brothers of Phi Beta Sigma offer resume critiquing and advice for students who desire professional development and life beyond college. The program is co-sponsored by the Career Resource Center.

• Phi Beta Sigma is concerned about the future of the wealth of America among our community. Financial management and success are important goals of the chapter. This program provides quality advice and plans in order to manage your money and “Get Money”.

• The Fall Sigma Week is a traditional week of programming usually held in October. The week includes service opportunities, worship service, educational programs, Beauty of Blackness Spirit Competition and the Players’ Ball.

Spring

• The Spring Sigma week is traditionally held during the first week of school in the spring semester. The events of the week celebrates the anniversary of the founding members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. The week is filled with various programs and events that are guaranteed to be momentous and entertaining.

• The World Famous Zeta Kappa Chapter annually supports the Student Government and Black Student Union sponsored month-long special event. In the past the chapter has sponsored a lunch series at the IBC, empowerment series of service in the community, kids’ day carnival, church service and sponsor of after parties for concerts (i.e., Snoop Dogg) and the step show.

Summer

• Members welcome new minority students to the University of Florida by participating as mentors in the summer transition programs sponsored by the Office for Academic Support and Institutional Services. The chapter also sponsors welcome events for freshmen and students studying for Summer B.

• ZK is committed to assisting the University Of Florida Department Of Admissions in recruiting qualified and eager students to UF. Members assist these recruitment programs and provide advice for high school students seeking a college education.

• Blue and White Weekend is an annual summer event that was created  by the Zeta Kappa Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. at the University of Florida. The first Blue and White Weekend was held in Gainesville, June 1982. The purpose was to create an event for the members of Phi Beta Sigma and Zeta Phi Beta, its sister organization, to have fun and network while raising funds for the Gainesville community. The fraternity has donated more than $30, 000 to charitable organizations including $10,000 to the American Cancer Society. In 2006, the fraternity donated $14,000 total to the Gainesville community which benefited elementary schools, service-outreach programs and health-education organizations. The event derives its name from the official colors of its non-profit organization. In 2007, Blue and White Weekend celebrated 25 years of existence.

Scholarships

• Phi Beta Sigma “Culture for Service” Scholarship (Fall)
  The Culture for Service Scholarship is one of the scholarships of the chapter for undergraduate students sponsored by the Social Action committee. Applicants are asked to provide an essay on how they would make a difference in the community they live in today. Applications are made available in August.
• Phi Beta Sigma “Bigger and Better Business” Scholarship (Spring)
  The Bigger and Better Business Scholarship is offered in the spring. It is also for undergraduate students. This scholarship is unique because it requires applicants to participate in a mock stock market competition. The applicant who’s share reaches the highest mark at the end of the cycle will receive the scholarship. Applications are available in January.

Other Programs

• Project VOTE
  The World Famous Zeta Kappa Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma is committed to educating our community on voting rights and political issues. We encourage all citizens 18 years of age and older to register and utilize the right to vote. ZK sponsors a year round registration drive and even goes door to door within the community with registration cards.
• Study Sessions
  The chapter supports Education and the advancement of the human race through knowledge. Throughout the semester Zeta Kappa sponsors and co-sponsors study sessions at various locations on campus to improve scholarship.
• Reichert House Beta Sigma Alpha (Young Men Mentoring)
  The chapter began its inaugural launch and support of the Reichert’s House Beta Sigma Alpha rites of passage program for members of the Reichert House. The program meets weekly with selected students and teaches curriculum from the Save our Black Youth Program. The Reichert House is a program sponsored by the Gainesville Police Department’s Community Relations division for at-risk males ages 10-18. The program focuses on crime prevention among youth and positive development for young males in society.
• Canned Food Drive
  
• Adopt-A-Road Program
  
• Alachua County HIV/AIDS Education and Prevention Program
  
• Black Student Union Haunted House
  
• UF All Greek Service Day
  

Parties

• Freshman [dis]ORIENTATION Back to School Jam
  
• Players’ Ball
  
• Founders Day Celebration Party
  
• Blue OASIS End of Semester Pool Party
  
• Wyfe Beater Jam