Quiz 1
When and where was Sigma Alpha Iota founded?
At the University School of Music in Ann Arbor, Michigan on June 12, 1903.
What are the names of the Fraternity journal and newsletter?
PANPIPES and Tempo!
At the beginning of this school year, the total number of active collegiate chapters was:
178
Name the four categories of membership.
Collegiate
Alumnae
Patroness
Distinguished
List 3 scholarships or grants that may be awarded to a member of SAI.
Music Therapy Scholarships
Summer Music Scholarships
Undergraduate Scholarships
Elizabeth Campbell
Frances Caspari
Minnie Davis Sherrill
Leila Farlin Laughlin
Nora Crane Hunt
Georgina Potts
Mary Storrs Andersen
The total number of active alumnae chapters, including the International Chapter was:
115
What is the Sigma Alpha Iota Alumnae Association?
All alumnae members of SAI in good standing are eligible to join upon payment of SAI Alumnae Association dues. Privileges include receiving PANPIPES and Tempo!; ability to apply for professional development grants; and eligibility to affiliate with a local alumnae chapter.
What is the purpose of SAI Philanthropies Inc.?
To 1) promote all aspects of music creation, performance, and scholarship and 2) encourage service for another music on the campus, in the community, in the nation, and throughout the world.
The governing body of Sigma Alpha Iota is the:
The National Convention
Briefly describe the SAI Hazing Policy.
Sigma Alpha Iota, with all members of the Professional Fraternity Association condemns the hazing of prospective initiates. SAI recognizes that the pre-initiation period is a time for education, inspiration, and dedication for the MIT.
Name five items you can find on the National Website:
Chapter Procedures Manual (CPM)
SAI National Objectives
Report and award forms
SAI Philanthropies, Inc. grant and scholarship information
Contact information for POs, ROs, Directors, and NEB
Name three awards that may be given to an individual member of SAI.
Sword of Honor
Patroness Sword of Honor
Rose of Honor
Wreath of Achievement
Rose of Dedication
Rose of Constancy
Ring of Excellence
List 3 Responsibilities of Membership.
To represent the fraternity positively at all times
To cultivate broad friendships and be democratic in all campus contracts
To be ethical at all times
To respect the authority of chapter, province and national officers
Tor 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
The Voting Delegates are:
One delegate from each chapter and all members of the National Officers Conference who are in attendance.
The SAI 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 word’s reach,
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota
Name your Province and Province Officer:
Name your Region and Regional Officer:
Iota C and Courtney McCartney
Region 8 and Mary Jennings
List 2 awards that may be given to a chapter of SAI:
Province Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award
Regional Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award
Katherine Becker Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award
Province Alumnae Chapter Achievement Award
Collegiate Chapter Service Project Award
List 5 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
Between Conventions, Fraternity business is conducted by the:
The National Executive Board
List all seven points of purpose
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 Sigma Alpha Iota members as a contributing factor to their educational growth.
TO SUPPORT the ideals and goals of the member's Alma Mater.
TO ADHERE to the highest standards of citizenship in school, community and fraternity life.
List the active Collegiate Chapters in your Province. Include the Greek name of each chapter and the name of its school.
Epsilon Beta - Gettysburg College
Eta Tau - Shepherd University
Gamma Gamma - Shenandoah University
Gamma Iota- James Madison University
List 3 opportunities for participating in SAI after graduation.
Join the SAI Alumnae Association
Join an Alumnae Chapter or the International Chapter
Serve in an appointed or elected leadership position (Chapter Officer, Collegiate Chapter Advisor, Province or Regional Officer, National Committee Member, National Director, National Executive Board)
List and briefly describe four projects of SAI Philanthropies, Inc.
Composer s Bureau: resource of information about contemporary American Composer s including biographies, lists of works, photographs, and contact information.
Inter-American Music Awards (IAMA): triennial composition competition established in 1948, the Inter-American Music Awards are open to composer s residing in North, Central and South America, with no age limit.
The MacDowell Colony - Pan's Cottage: Pan's Cottage is in a secluded New Hampshire artists' retreat (MacDowell Colony) where thousands of composer s, writer s and visual artists have come over the year s to do their creative work in comfort and solitude. SAI purchased this property and donated it to the Colony. SAI Philanthropies, Inc. manages an endowment that funds all costs associated with Pan's Cottage.
Music Therapy: this project and it's activities help other s 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.
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.