Sigma Alpha History
Greek Life and Rituals
Scholarship and Professionalism
Missouri State University Lore
Name that Animal
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Sigma Alpha was founded at which university?

The Ohio State University

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What are Sigma Alpha’s colors?

Emerald and Maize

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What should you always include in a professional email?

A greeting, clear purpose, and a polite closing with your name

100

What are the Missouri State University Colors?

Maroon and White

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This common barnyard bird can’t fly very far but can run up to 9 mph.

Chicken

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What year was Sigma Alpha founded?

1978

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What is Sigma Alpha’s official flower?

The Yellow Chrysanthemum 

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What is the first thing you should do before starting a scholarship application?

Read the instructions and eligibility requirements carefully

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When was Missouri State University Founded?

1905

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This animal can recognize itself in a mirror — a sign of high intelligence

Pig

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What does Sigma Alpha’s name stand for in Greek?

Sisters in Agriculture

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What is the name of Sigma Alpha’s national newsletter?

Emerald Times

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What is a professional way to follow up after an interview or scholarship interview?

Send a thank-you email or note within 24 hours

300

What year did Missouri State adopt the bear as its mascot?

1985

300

This animal has horizontal rectangular pupils that help it spot predators while grazing.

Goat

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What is Sigma Alpha’s objective or mission?

To cultivate professional women in agriculture.

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What are the four pillars of Sigma Alpha?

Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Fellowship

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Your résumé has lots of high school activities but very few from college. What should you do before applying to internships?

Add recent college experiences (clubs, jobs, volunteering) and remove most older high school items

400

What was Missouri State’s name right before becoming “Missouri State University” in 2005?

SMSU

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This animal is known for having the largest egg in the world.

Ostrich

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 Name all five founding members of Sigma Alpha.

Ann Huling Mathews, Cindie Davis, Marilyn Burns, Jennifer McMillan, and Amy Mathews

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Sigma Alpha was created to promote what type of women in agriculture?

Women pursuing careers in agriculture

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What form should you fill out every year to apply for many scholarships at once?

The MSU Foundation Scholarship

500

MSU was originally founded under what name?

Fourth District Normal School (1905)

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This animal has upper incisors shaped like chisels, and its teeth never stop growing.

Rabbit

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