"As early as 1940, graduate chapters of Zeta Phi Beta had begun to realize the importance of the prestige, good will, and cooperation of women who for various reasons were not members of any greek-letter organization. Early in 1948, there was such a group organized in Omaha, Nebraska, and they chose the Latin name, Amicae (friends). At the same time, other groups were being organized over the country and it was apparent that Zetas favored the auxiliaries. Zeta Amicae Auxiliary (Friends of Zeta) is dedicated to lending assistance to Zeta activities and indeed one of the greatest assets of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. These strong role models promote good public relations among Zetas and other women in the community; make non-Greek women feel closer to the program of a Greek group; and, ensure more collaboration in community affairs sponsored by Zetas. "