One of Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity's 9 Key Values is Being Rather Than Seeming. A Zeta who understands and lives this key value...
Shows vulnerability and allows others in
Interacts with others in an authentic manner
Shows a genuine interest in getting to know others
This key value hits home even more so if you are a North Carolina Zeta! Our state's motto is Esse quam videri, which is a Latin phrase meaning "To be, rather than to seem."
All events will take place at Maywood Hall and Gardens located at 622 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603. Throughout the events of the day we will hosting a drive for The No Woman, No Girl Initiative.
Collegian & Alumnae Zeta Day Events 11:45-4:00
White Violet Reception for 25+ Year Members & White Violets 4:30-5:30
Alumnae Zeta Day Reception 6:00-8:30
Sign In, Grab Lunch & Shop 11:45-12:45 pm
Session 1 Fraternity Updates & Activities 1:00-2:00 pm
Keynote 2:00-2:45 pm
Session 2 Awards & Ceremonies 3:00-4:00 pm
25+ Year & White Violet Reception 4:30-5:30 pm
Alumnae Reception 6:00-8:30 pm
Sherry served as Vice President of Philanthropy for the Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation from 1998 to 2022. In this position, she helped to create and foster relationships with our national partners, furthering Think Pink® and service projects for our members.
Prior to this role, Sherry served on National Council for 16 years, including as National President from 1988 to 1992, National Panhellenic Conference Delegate from 1992 to 1998 and Vice President Collegiate III from 1982 to 1988. Additionally, she has held the roles of Province President, District President and National Music Chairman.
For her service, Zeta Tau Alpha has recognized Sherry with honors including the Certificate of Merit in 1979, her Honor Ring in 1978 and the alumna Louise Kettler Helper Award in 2000. She was also named an Outstanding Alumna by her alma mater, the University of Evansville, and has received recognition from the governors of Indiana and Kentucky.
Sherry is retired from a long and successful career in nonprofit management. She lives in Bonita Springs, Florida, with her husband, Don. She is an active community volunteer, having served and supported organizations such as the United Methodist Temple, Rotary Club, Parks Board, Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Indiana Association of Realtors, Arts Council, NCAA Grant Evaluation Committee and the county Step Ahead Council.
Kayte was elected to the Fraternity Housing Corporation board as Vice President Housing Area I in 2024. Prior to joining the board, Kayte served ZTA as Mentor for Epsilon Chapter (University of Arkansas) for six years, Province President XII-Beta, and member and facilitator of the Harm Reduction Committee and Alcohol Skills Training Program.
She received the Certificate of Merit in 2018 and her Honor Ring in 2020. Kayte earned her bachelor’s degree in education from University of Arkansas and her master’s in higher education administration from North Carolina State University. Professionally, she has worked in the Fraternity/Sorority Life offices at Duke University, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, and Miami University.
She now owns a small business specializing in food styling, content creation, and hospitality experiences. She and her husband, Scott, live outside of Raleigh, North Carolina, with their sons, Henry and Harrison.
