SAI Facts
When and where was SAI founded?
June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music, Ann Arbor Michigan
Who is the National President
Leslie Odom Miller
What is the National Website address? What is the Fraternity journal? What is the Fraternity newsletter?
www.sai-national.org, PANPIPES, Tempo!
What is the name of our Province? Who is our Province Officer?
Chi A, Kristi Pizzini
List and briefly describe four projects within SAI Philanthropies, Inc.
Composers Bureau- Resource of information about contemporary American Composers and their music
Inter-American Music Awards (IAMA)- A triennial composition competition established in 1948, the Inter-American Music Awards are open to composers residing in North, Central and South America, with no age limit.
The MacDowell Colony-Pan’s Cottage- cottage at a secluded New Hampshire artists' retreat where thousands of composers, writers and visual artists have come over the years to do their creative work in comfort and solitude.
Music Therapy-This project and its activities has continued throughout the years to help in healing, rehabilitation and enrichment through music.
People-to-People Project- provides material assistance and encouragement to schools, music organizations and musicians in developing countries in many parts of the world where small things can make a big difference.
Services for Musicians with Special Needs-The project serves visually impaired musicians within and outside of the fraternity by providing information about available resources for blind and low-vision
musicians
Bold Notes Project- Creates large print music scores for those visually impaired
What is the governing body of SAI? Who conducts Fraternity Business between conventions?
National convention, National Executive Board
Who are the National Vice President of Collegiate Chapters and the National Vice President of Alumnae Chapters?
Jessica Chichester, Jenni Ross
List 3 scholarships or grants that may be awarded to a member of SAI.
Here's an example: Doctoral Grant, International Study Grant, Outreach Project Grant
What Region are we in? Who is our Region Officer?
Region 8, Mary Jennings
What are 3 individual awards? What are 2 chapter awards?
Individual: Sword of Honor, Ruby Sword of Honor, Rose of Honor Chapter: Collegiate Service Award, National Alumnae Chapter Achievement Award
List the words to the SAI chorale please
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.
Who is the National Vice President of Extension?
Who is the National Vice President of Finance?
Jennifer Zerangue Mistretta
Keri Flowers
How many active collegiate chapters are there? Alumnae Chapter?
226-collegiate 113-alumnae
Name all the collegiate and alumnae chapters in our province?
Delta Alpha- Lebanon Valley College , Delta Mu- Temple University, Epsilon Epsilon -West Chester University , Eta Rho- University of Delaware, Mu Sigma- Lincoln University, Mu Zeta- Kutztown University
Northern Delaware, and Philadelphia
What is the purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota? (List all 7 points)
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.
Who are the voting delegates?
One delegate from each chapter and all members of the National Officers Conference who are in attendance.
Who is the National Vice President of Fraternity Development? Who is the National Vice President of Ritual and Fraternity Education?
Christine Hall
Tracey Wygal Withrow
What are National Dues for collegiate members?
$40.00
Name the 4 categories of membership and briefly describe each.
1.) 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 2.) Alumnae-woman who were initiated at the collegiate level 3.) Patroness- for women who support the arts in the community, and have been invited by a collegiate or alumnae chapter to join SAI 4.) Distinguished- the four types are Member Laureate, Honorary Member, National Arts Associate, and Friend of the Arts
What are 3 opportunities for participating in SAI after graduation
1.) Join the SAI Alumnae Association 2.) Join the Alumnae Chapter or the International Chapter 3.) Serve in an appointed or elected leadership position (Chapter Officer, Collegiate Chapter Advisor, PO, RO, National Committee Member, National Director, NEB)
List the Seven Founders
Elizabeth Campbell, Frances Caspari, Minnie Davis Sherrill, Leila Farlin Laughlin, Nora Crane Hunt, Georgina Potts, and Mary Storrs Anderson
Who is the Chairman, Board of Directors, SAI Philanthropies, Inc.?
Who is the Executive Director?
Heidi Frankson
Ruth Sieber Johnson
What are 5 things you can find on the website?
CPM, National Objectives, Report and Award Forms, SAI Philanthropies, Inc. grant and scholarship information, Contact information for POs, ROs, Directors, and NEB
What are 5 privileges of Membership? What are 3 of the responsibilities of Membership (paraphrase)
Privileges: 1.) To wear the badge as an introduction to all Sigma Alpha Iota collegiate, alumnae, and distinguished members. 2.) To impact music around the world utilizing Sigma Alpha Iota resources. 3.) To seek the highest goals or personal development and achievement with the support and encouragement of the Fraternity and its members. 4.)To work with fraternity leaders to promote Sigma Alpha Iota's Mission and high standards of musicianship and scholarship. 5.) To benefit from leadership opportunities within the national organization. Responsibilities: 1.) To represent the fraternity positively at all times 2.) To be ethical at all times. 3.) To practice the high ideals of Sigma Alpha Iota at all times.
What is the charitable arm of SAI? What is its purpose?
SAI Philanthropies, Inc. PURPOSE: 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.