Founder Arizona Cleaver Stemons was the first president of the Alpha chapter at Howard University. She also served as the first national president to the sorority. She completed her undergraduate degree and post-graduate studies in social work.
Founder Myrtle Tyler Faithful was the second national president. She taught high school mathematics and English. She also chartered many chapters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority.
Founder Viola Tyler Goings earned degrees in teaching and mathematics from Howard University. She went on to teach in Ohio and be a very active member in her community.
Founder Fannie Pettie Watts taught junior and senior high schools in Savannah, Georgia and organized additional Zeta chapters.
Founder Pearl Anna Neal continued her studies at Howard University 's Conservatory of Music. She was the first black woman in New York to earn a master's degree in music from Columbia University.
