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Membership cont.
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When and where was Sigma Alpha Iota founded?
June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music in Ann Arbor, Michigan
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Who is the National President?

Jessica Chichester

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What is the National Website address? 

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What is the name of our Province? Who is our Province Officer? (must have both answers)

Xi B, Amy Saylor
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What are 3 individual awards?

Sword of Honor, Ruby Sword of Honor, Patroness Sword of Honor, Ring of Excellence, Rose of Constancy, Rose of Dedication, Rose of Honor, Wreath of Achievement, etc.
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Who conducts Fraternity business between conventions?
National Executive Board
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Who is National Vice President of Collegiate Chapters? 

Jaielle Manning

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List 3 scholarships or grants that may be awarded to a member of SAI.
Doctoral Grant, International Study Grant, Outreach Project Grant
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What Region are we in? Who is our Region Officer? (must have both answers)

Region 3, Amber Wingler

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What are 2 chapter awards?

Province Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award. Regional Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award (etc.)


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What is the governing body of Sigma Alpha Iota?
National Convention
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Who is the National Vice President of Extension? 

Jennifer Zerangue Mistretta

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How many active collegiate and alumnae chapters are there? (Must have both numbers correct)

178 collegiate, 115 alumnae

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Name all the collegiate and alumnae chapters in our province?

Pi Chapter - Drake University. Zeta Epsilon - University of Iowa. Sigma Lambda - ISU. Alpha Upsilon - UNI. Des Moines Alumnae and Iowa City Alumnae.

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What is the charitable arm of Sigma Alpha Iota? What is its purpose?

SAI Philanthropies. Promote all aspects of music creation, performance and scholarship, and encourage service for and through music on the campus, in the community, in the nation, and in the world.

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Who are the voting delegates?
One delegate from each chapter and all members of the National Officers Conference who are in attendance.
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Who is the National Vice President of Fraternity Development? 

Christine Hall

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What are full year National Dues for collegiate members? 

$50

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Name the 4 categories of membership and briefly describe each.

1.) Collegiate- a regularly matriculated 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

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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)
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Name the seven founders.
Elizabeth Campbell, Frances Caspari, Minnie Davis Sherrill, Leila Farlin Laughlin, Nora Crane Hunt, Georgina Potts, and Mary Storrs Andersen
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Who is the Chairman, Board of Directors, SAI Philanthropies, Inc.? 

Tracey Wygal Withrow
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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
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What are 5 of the 7 privileges 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. 

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List the 7 Purposes of SAI

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.

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