History
Where was Sigma Alpha Founded?
The Ohio State University
Sigma Alpha stands for?
Sisters in Agriculture
What are the 4 Sigma Alpha Pillars
Leadership
Fellowship
Scholarship
Service
Where can one find our National Governing Documents
Fill in the Blank!
It’s a predetermined set of “______” used to “______” the way business is conducted and chapters utilize it to varying degrees
Rules
Govern
When is Founder's Day
January 26, 1978
When and where are chapter meetings held
How many collegiate chapters does Sigma Alpha have across the nation?
71+
The NLT is made up of three groups
National Sorority Board
Chapter Consultants
Sigma Alpha Headquarters Staff
Name 3 uses of Parli Pro
Main Motion
Adjourn
Amend a Motion
Ann Huling Mathews, Cindie Davis, Marilyn Burns, Jennifer McMillan, and Amy Mathews
Main form of communication between Chapter Consultants & Nationals, organize chapter meetings, oversee all officers
President
When was the National Sorority Board established?
1980
National Governing Documents Manuals
National Bylaws
Risk Management Policy
Member Code of Conduct
Crisis Communication Plan
National Standing Rules
What does adjourning do in a meeting?
end a meeting
Why did the Founders' create Sigma Alpha?
They wanted an organization that would enhance their chosen careers in agriculture where they could build lifelong friendships with women with similar goals and interests.
Members are responsible for reading and understanding the information in these documents and must complete required national ____________ each year
trainings
What does the National Sorority Board comprise of?
Alumnae Volunteers
Elected during National Chapter Congress
Two-Year Term
Work to set strategic direction and policy
National Headquarters Staff Duties
Full-time Professional Association Management Staff
Manage Day-to-Day Operations
Provide support and guidance
What does a Main Motion do and how is it passed?
Introduces new business to the group
Say, “I move that….”
Requires a second.
Amendable and Debatable
Majority Vote Required
When was the first Sigma Alpha meeting?
November 1977
Sigma Alpha Prayer Verse 1
Give me the faith to live by God,
And the will to be adequate indeed,
And help me be equal to every task,
Wherever my life happens to lead.
What is the name of our Chapter Success Coach
Sarah Hoog
Who is the Chapters Operations Director
Teresa Brandenburg
Parli Pro ensures that members
Focus on one item at a time
Extend courtesy to everyone
Observe the rule of the majority
Ensure the rights of the minority