Quiz 1
When and Where was SAI Founded?
The University School of Music
Ann Arbor, Michigan 1903
List 3 of the responsibilities of membership
- To be ethical at all times
- To represent the fraternity positively at all times
- To practice the high Ideals of SAI at all times
Breifely describe SAI's policy on Hazing
No hazing!
What is the charitable arm of SAI?
SAI Philanthropies, Inc.
WHo is the governing body of Sigma Alpha Iota
The National Convention
What is the name of the Fraternity journal?
What is the name of the newsletter?
(Make sure you distinguish which is which)
Pan Pipes (Fraternity Journal)
Tempo! (Newsletter)
EXTRA QUESTION: What flower is associated with our Fraternity?
(I ran out of info to put)
A red rose
List two awards that may be given to a chapter of SAI
Province Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award
Regional Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award
What is the purpose of SAI Philanthropies, Inc.?
1. To promote all aspects of music creation, performance, and scholarship.
2. Encourage service for and through music on campus, in the community, in the nation, and throughout the world.
Who are the voting Delegates?
one delegate from each chapter and all members of the National Officers conference who are in attendance
The total number of active alumnae chapters was:
The total number of active collegiate chapters was:
National dues for collegiate members are $__ per year:
115
170
$50
Name the 4 categories of membership and briefly describe each
Collegiate- a woman/nonbinary student at an institution where a chapter of this fraternity is chartered, who is currently enrolled in or has completed one or more courses in music.
Alumnae- persons who were initiated at the collegiate level who are no longer in school
Patroness- for women/nobinary peoples who support the arts in the community and have been invited by a collegiate or alumnae chapter to join SAI
Distinguished- Member Laureate, Honorary member, National Arts Associate, and Friend of the Arts
List three awards that may be given to an individual member of SAI
Sword of Honor
Rose of Honor
Ruby Sword of Honor
List 3 scholarships or grants that may be awarded to a member of SAI.
Doctoral grants, undergraduate scholarships, music therapy scholarships, summer music scholarships, jazz performance awards, graduate performance awards, undergraduate performance awards, and internship stipends.
Who are the seven founders?
Elizabeth Campbell
Francis Caspari
Georgina Potts
Leila Farlin Laughlin
Minnie Davis Sherril
Nora Crane Hunt
Mary Storrs Anderson
The name of your province is:
The name of your province officer is:
The name of your region is:
The name of your regional officer is:
List the Active Alumnae and Collegiate chapters in your province:
Tau-D
Johanna Wolf
VI
Anna Marie Wright
Raleigh-Durham Alumnae & SAI Beta Psi- ECU
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 SAI resources
To benefit from leadership opportunities within the national organization
To work with the fraternity leaders to promote SAI's mission and high standards of musicianship and scholarship
To seek the highest goals of personal development and achievement with the support and encouragement of the fraternity and its members
List three opportunities for participating in SAI after graduation
Join the SAI alumnae Association
Join an ALumnae Chapter
Serve in an elected or appointed leadership position
List and briefly describe 4 projects of SAI Philanthropies Inc.
Composers Bureau: a resource of information about contemporary American composers, including biographies, list of works, photos, and contact information.
Music Therapy: a project in which its activities help others in healing, rehabilitation, and enrichment through music.
Bold Notes: creates large print music scores for those visually impaired.
People to People Project: provides material assistance and encouragement to schools, music organizations, and musicians in developing countries throughout the world.
Pans Cottage: a secluded New Hampshire artist retreat where thousands of artists have come over the years to do their creative work in comfort and solitude. SAI purchased this property and donated it. SAI Philanthropies, Inc. manages an endowment that covers all costs associated.
The National Executive Board consists of what 10 offices? Name the current officer associated with each office.
National President- Jessica Chichester
National VP Alumnae Affairs- Siteria Gregory
National VP Collegiate Affairs- Jaielle Manning
National VP Extension- Jennifer Mistretta
National VP Finance- Jacqui Ramirez
National VP Fraternity Development- Michelle Werner
National VP Ritual and Fraternity Education- Rebecca Sepulveda
Chairman, Board of Directors SAI Philanthropies INC.- Tracy Wygal Withrow
Executive Director- Christine Bruns
Fraternity Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion- Keena Day
What are 5 items you can find on the website?
- Chapter Procedures Manual (CPM)
- SAI National Objectives
- SAI Mission and Vision Statements
- SAI Philanthropies Inc. grant and scholarship information
- Contact information for NH, Po's, Ro's, Directors, and NEB
What is the purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota? List all 7 points; you may paraphrase each point.
To FORM chapters of women college students and alumnae who have a sincere interest in music
To UPHOLD the highest standards of music
To FURTHER the development of music in America and throughout the world
To GIVE inspiration and encouragement to members
To ORGANIZE the cultural life of SAI members as a contributing factor to their educational growth
To SUPPORT the ideals and goals of the members Alma Mater
To ADHERE to the highest standards of citizenship in school, community, and fraternity life.
What is the SAI Alumnae Association
Can join if in good standing and pay the dues. Receive PanPipes and Tempo! Can apply for professional development grants and affiliate with the local alumnae chapter
Write the words to 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 friendships merit. Music is a kind and truthful speech, in a language out of mere words' reach, sing we now to sigma alpha iota