Zeta Phi Beta chapter celebrates University of Alabama Centennial Scholar graduate

By AI, Created 11:26 AM UTC, June 04, 2026, /AGP/ – Zeta Phi Beta Sorority’s Beta Eta Zeta Chapter is honoring Skyler Evans, a 2026 University of Alabama graduate and 2022 Centennial Scholarship recipient from the Zeta National Educational Foundation. Evans paired academic honors with campus leadership and speech-and-debate success, and ZNEF leaders are marking the milestone on campus.

Why it matters: - Skyler Evans’ graduation highlights how scholarship funding can support academic performance, leadership roles and student service at a major university. - The celebration also underscores Zeta National Educational Foundation’s long-term investment in students who combine achievement with campus and community impact.

What happened: - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Beta Eta Zeta Chapter celebrated the graduation of Skyler Evans from The University of Alabama. - Evans received a $125,000 Centennial Scholarship in 2022 through the Zeta National Educational Foundation. - Dr. Valerie Hollingsworth-Baker, chair of ZNEF, is scheduled to be on campus for the celebration. - ZNEF leadership and members of Evans’ support network are joining the recognition.

The details: - Evans was a member of The University of Alabama speech and debate team. - Evans earned placement on the President’s List. - Evans also received the Jon Birdnow Excellence in Forensics Scholarship, the Academic Distinction Award and the Academic Achievement Award. - In competition, Evans placed 3rd in Poetry at the District 6 Spring Speech Qualifier Tournament. - Evans placed 3rd in Informative and Poetry at Spring Nationals. - Evans reached the persuasive semifinals at Asynchronous Nationals. - Evans placed 4th in Informative at the District 6 Fall Speech Qualifier Tournament. - Evans served as an executive board member of the Championship Chapter of Collegiate 100. - Evans coordinated the Bama Cares Student Pantry and Residential Closet.

Between the lines: - The chapter is presenting Evans as an example of the combination of scholarship, sisterhood, leadership and service that Zeta Phi Beta says it values. - The recognition also ties academic milestones to campus support systems that help students stay engaged and assist peers. - The event gives ZNEF a public example of a scholarship recipient whose achievements extend beyond the classroom. - A representative of the Beta Eta Zeta Chapter said Evans’ story shows what is possible when opportunity meets determination.

What’s next: - Evans is preparing for her next steps after graduation. - ZNEF and Beta Eta Zeta Chapter will continue to spotlight the impact of scholarship support and student leadership. - The announcement also points to ongoing alumni and donor interest in the outcomes of scholarship investments. - Media contact: Ron Carter, The Carter Agency, tca@sbcglobal.net, (323) 864-7092. - More information is available on Ron Carter’s LinkedIn profile, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, X and The Carter Agency.