Love & Roses
Who is our National President?
Jessica Chichester
The governing body of Sigma Alpha Iota is the:
Between Conventions, Fraternity business is conducted by the:
National Convention
National Executive Board
How much are national dues for collegiate members?
$50
Which founder was the longest surviving and also considered the "cornerstone" of SAI?
Minnie Davis Sherrill
When and where was SAI Founded?
At the University School of Music in Ann Arbor,
Michigan on June 12, 1903
Sing the Sigma Alpha Iota Chorale
Daughters of a great and singing nation,
Let your voices rise in dedication,
Music tells unspoken noble creeds;
Music beautifies the simplest deeds;
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota.
Sing the greatness of the soul and spirit,
Sing the joy of peace and friendship's merit,
Music is a kind and truthful speech;
In a language out of mere word's reach,
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota.
List 3 scholarships/grants that may be awarded to a member of SAI
Career Performance Grant
Conducting Scholarship for Graduate Students
Scholarship in Music Education for Graduate Students
Doctoral Grant
Summer Internship at Kennedy Center
Summer Music Scholarships
Musical Theater Scholarship
Music Therapy Scholarships
Visually Impaired Scholarships
Graduate Performance Awards
Undergraduate Performance Scholarships
Triennial Composition Competition
ist the active Collegiate Chapters in your Province. Include the Greek name of each chapter and the name of its school.
List the active Alumnae Chapters in your Province
Collegiate:
Delta Mu - Temple University
Epsilon Epsilon - West Chester University
Eta Rho - University of Delaware
Alumnae:
Philadelphia
Northern Delaware
Which Founder's badge was passed down to their Granddaughter and eventually great-granddaughter when they became members of SAI?
Mary Storrs Andersen
Name our Province & Province Officer
Name our Region & Region Officer
Chi A - Kristi Pizzini
Region VIII - Rebecca Karos
List 2 awards that may be given to a chapter of SAI
National Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award
National Alumnae Chapter Achievement Award
Annelle Candler McAdams Alumnae Service Awards
Collegiate Service Awards
Music Education Award
Name the 7 founders of SAI
Mary Storrs Andersen
Elizabeth Campbell
Frances Caspari
Nora Crane Hunt
Leila Farlin Laughlin
Minnie Davis Sherrill
Georgina Potts
The voting delegate's are.....
one delegate from each chapter and all members of the National Officers
Conference who are in attendance.
Match the Wells Faculty Member to their type of SAI membership
Dr. Karen Dannessa National Arts Associate
Dr. Adam Gumble Friend of the Arts
Dr. Kimberly Reighley Alumnae
Dr. Karen Dannessa Alumnae
Dr. Adam Gumble National Arts Associate
Dr. Kimberly Reighley Friend of the Arts
What are the 4 categories of membership and briefly describe each
a) Collegiate - a regularly matriculated woman student at an institution where a chapter of this Fraternity is chartered, who has been enrolled in or has completed one or more courses in music (inclusive of cisgender and transgender women; and non-binary, gender nonconforming individuals who are committed to the advancement of women in music).
b) Alumnae - women who were initiated at the collegiate level (inclusive of cisgender and transgender women, non-binary and gender nonconforming individuals).
c) Patroness - for women who support the arts in the community and have been invited by a collegiate or alumnae chapter to join SAI (inclusive of cisgender and transgender women; and non-binary, gender nonconforming individuals who are committed to the advancement of women in music).
d) Distinguished - the four types are Member Laureate, Honorary Member, National Arts Associate, and Friend of the Arts
List 3 of the Responsibilities of Membership
To represent the fraternity positively at all times
To cultivate broad friendships and be democratic in all campus contacts
To be ethical at all times
To respect the authority of chapter, province and national officers
To refrain from the discussion of internal fraternity affairs with non-members, unless they are chapter advisors
To practice the high ideals of Sigma Alpha Iota at all times
What is the charitable arm of Sigma Alpha Iota called?
What is the purpose of said charitable arm?
SAI Philanthropies, Inc.
To 1) promote all aspects of music creation, performance, and scholarship and 2) encourage service for and through music on the campus, in the community, in the nation, and throughout the world.
Briefly describe the Fraternity’s risk management policy and your understanding of the Fraternity’s expectation of your personal integrity.
Sigma Alpha Iota, with all members of the Professional Fraternity Association, condemns the hazing of anyone including members and prospective initiates. We condemn the practice of using line names, line numbers, families, family trees, and like practices by Greek Organizations.
HAZING - Hazing is defined as any action or situation that recklessly or intentionally endangers mental or physical health or any action taken or situation created which produces mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule.
Such activities and situations include road trips, scavenger hunts, sleep-overs, required wearing of apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste, engaging in public stunts, late work sessions which interfere with scholastic activities, and many other inappropriate activities.
Sigma Alpha Iota recognizes and affirms that the pre-initiation period is a time for education for the candidate, and a time for the promotion of professionalism, ethics, and dignity through exposure to the privileges and responsibilities of membership as exhibited by our college and alumnae chapters. Each member or MIT will abide by and honor the policies of Sigma Alpha Iota.
What was the name of the women who assisted in much of the formation of SAI but declined when offered to be recognized as a founder?
Elsa G. Stanley
Name 5 items you can find on the national website
a) Chapter Procedures Manual (CPM)
b) SAI National Objectives
c) Report and award forms
d) SAI Philanthropies, Inc. grant and scholarship information
e) Contact information for POs, ROs, Directors, and NEB
List and briefly describe four (4) projects of SAI Philanthropies, Inc.:
Inter-American Music Awards
The MacDowell Colony - Pan’s Cottage
Music Therapy
People-to-People Project
Scholarships, Grants, and Awards
Service for Musicians with Special Needs/Disabilities Services
Symphony Society (Pan’s Legacy)
List 5 of the Privileges of Membership
To wear the badge as an introduction to all Sigma Alpha Iota collegiate, alumnae, and distinguished members.
To impact music around the world utilizing Sigma Alpha Iota resources.
To seek the highest goals of personal development and achievement with the support and encouragement of the Fraternity and its members.
To promote American music, contribute to Sigma Alpha Iota’s philanthropic projects, and participate in the Fraternity’s scholarship and grant programs.
To work with fraternity leaders to promote Sigma Alpha Iota’s Mission and high standards of musicianship and scholarship.
To benefit from leadership opportunities within the national organization.
To attend Province Days, National Conventions, and other fraternity events to cultivate friendships with other Sigma Alpha Iota members who share our love of music.
What is the Purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota, as stated in the Manual for Members?
List all seven (7) points. You may paraphrase each point.
1) TO FORM chapters of women college students and alumnae who have a sincere interest in music.
2) TO UPHOLD the highest standards of music.
3) TO FURTHER the development of music in America and throughout the world.
4) TO GIVE inspiration and encouragement to members.
5) TO ORGANIZE the cultural life of Sigma Alpha Iota members as a contributing factor to their educational growth.
6) TO SUPPORT the ideals and goals of the member's Alma Mater.
7) TO ADHERE to the highest standards of citizenship in school, community and fraternity life.
There have been 4 changes to the National Executive Board since the spring semester, name the positions/ members that have changed.
NVP- Alumnae Chapters: Siteria Gregory
NVP-Finance: Jacqui Ramírez
NVP- Fraternity Development: Michelle Werner
Director, DEI: Dr. Keena Day