HER-STORY
When and where was Sigma Alpha Iota founded?
At the University School of Music in Ann Arbor, Michigan on June 12, 1903
List 3 responsibilities
To represent the fraternity positively at all times.
To cultivate broad friendships and be democratic in all campus contacts.
To be ethical at all times.
To respect the authority of chapter, province, regional, and national officers.
To 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.
What is the hazing policy?
DON'T DO IT!
How many active collegiate and alumnae chapters?
170 collegiate chapters, 115 alumnae chapters
3 individual honors and 2 chapter honors
Sword of Honor, Ruby Sword of Honor, Rose of Honor
Province Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award
Regional Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award
The governing body, voting delegates, and who governs in their absence:
SAI is governed by the National Convention, which is composed of one delegate from each chapter and all members of the National Officers Conference who are in attendance. NEB in the absence
The 4 types of membership:
Collegiate Member: 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 (inclusive of cisgender and transgender women; and non-binary, gender nonconforming individuals who are committed to the advancement of women in music).
Alumnae Member: women who were initiated at the collegiate level (inclusive of cisgender and transgender women, non-binary and gender nonconforming individuals).
Patroness Member: for women who support the arts in the community and have been invited by a collegiate or alumnae chapter to join SAI (inclusive of cisgender and transgender women; and non-binary, gender nonconforming individuals who are committed to the advancement of women in music).
Distinguished Member: An individual recognized for achievement or service; may be a member or non-member of SAI. The four types are Member Laureate, Honorary Member, National Arts Associate, and Friend of the Arts
The name of your Province and Province Officer is:
Psi B and Sandra Tully
National dues:
$50
What is the newsletter and journal?
Tempo! and PAN PIPES
The seven founders were:
Elizabeth Campbell, Frances Caspari, Minnie Davis Sherrill, Leila Farlin Laughlin, Nora Crane Hunt, Georgina Potts and Mary Storrs Andersen
3 Post grad opportunities
1. Join the SAI Alumnae Association
2. Affiliate with an Alumnae Chapter
3. Serve in an appointed or elected leadership position
The name of your Region and Region Officer is:
VII and Bernadette Skodack
Name 3 scholarships or grants
you better know it
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 PAN PIPES and Tempo!; ability to apply for professional development grants; and eligibility to affiliate with a local alumnae chapter.
The National Executive Board consists of what ten (10) offices? Name the current officer in each office:
National President – Jessica Chichester, Ph.D.
NVP-Alumnae Chapters – Siteria Gregory
NVP-Collegiate Chapters – Jaielle Manning, Ph.D.
NVP-Extension – Jennifer Z. Mistretta NVP-Finance – Jacqui Ramírez
NVP-Fraternity Development – Michelle Werner
NVP-Ritual and Fraternity Education – Rebecca Sepulveda
Chairman, Board of Directors, SAI Philanthropies, Inc. – Tracey Wygal Withrow
Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Dr. Keena Day
Executive Director – Christine D. Bruns
List 5 priveledges
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 scholarships 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.
List the active Collegiate and Alumnae Chapters in your Province. Include the Greek name of each chapter and the name of its school.
Epsilon Lambda - Belmont University
Kappa Iota - Tennessee State University
Mu Iota - Western Kentucky University
Nashville Alumnae Chapter
What is the charitable arm of SAI?
Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc.
Say the chorale with correct punctuation
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.
List the 7 purposes:
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 its 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.
Name and Describe 4 projects of SAI Philanthropies, Inc.
you better
The purpose of SAI Philanthropies, Inc. is to:
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 throughout the world.
Name 5 things 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