Sigma Alpha Iota National Exam Review!

SAI Facts

100

When and where was Sigma Alpha Iota founded?

June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music in Ann Arbor, Michigan

200

Who conducts Fraternity business between conventions?

National Executive Board

300

What is the governing body of Sigma Alpha Iota?

National Convention

400

Who are the voting delegates?

One delegate from each chapter and all members of the National Officers Conference who are in attendance.

500

Name the seven founders.

Elizabeth Campbell, Frances Caspari, Minnie Davis Sherrill, Leila Farlin Laughlin, Nora Crane Hunt, Georgina Potts, and Mary Storrs Andersen

National Executive Board

100

Who is the National President?

Jessica Chichester

200

Who is National Vice President of Collegiate Chapters? 

Jaielle Manning

300

Who is the National Vice President of Finance?

Keri Flowers Richburg

400

Who is the National Vice President of Fraternity Development? 

Christine Hall

500

Who is the Chairman, Board of Directors, SAI Philanthropies, Inc.? 

Tracey Wygal Withrow

SAI Resources

100

What is the National Website address? 

www.sai-national.org

200

List 3 scholarships or grants that may be awarded to a member of SAI.

Doctoral Grant, Music Therapy Scholarships, Summer Music Scholarships, Undergraduate Scholarships, and more

300

How many active collegiate chapters are there? Alumnae Chapter?

188 collegiate, 114 alumnae

400

What are full year National Dues for collegiate members? 

$50

500

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

Membership

100

What is the name of our Province? Who is our Province Officer? (Must know both answers)

Xi B, Amy Saylor

200

What Region are we in? Who is our Region Officer? Must know both.

Region 3, Amber Wingler

300

Name all the collegiate and alumnae chapters in our province?

Sigma Lambda - Iowa State University

Zeta Epsilon - University of Iowa

Alpha Upsilon - University of Northern Iowa

Des Moines Alumnae

Iowa City Alumnae

400

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

500

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.

Membership cont.

100

What is the name of our chapter?

Pi

200

What are 3 individual awards? What are 2 chapter awards?

Individual: Sword of Honor, Ruby Sword of Honor, Rose of Honor, Ring of Excellence, Patroness Sword of Honor, Rose of Dedication and more

Chapter: Province (Regional) Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award and more

300

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.

400

What are 3 opportunities for participating in SAI after graduation?

1.) Join the SAI Alumnae Association 2.) Join the Alumnae Chapter 3.) Serve in an appointed or elected leadership position

500

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.