What is the purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota?

-To FORM chapters of women college students and alumnae who have a sincere interest in music.

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-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.

(Verbadum)

When and where was SAI founded?

June 12, 1903

University School of Music, Ann Arbor MI

Who are the 7 founders of SAI?

Mary Storrs Andersen

Elizabeth Campbell

Frances Caspari

Nora Crane Hunt

Leila Farlin Laughlin

Gerogina Potts

Minnie Davis Sherill

What is our chapter’s name?
Eta Beta
What province are we?
Tau D
What region are we?
Region 6
Who is our Province Officer?
Kelly Hood
Who is our Regional Officer?
Mary Thomas
What other 7 active chapters are there in our province?

-Eta Beta/UNCP

-Iota Tau/UNC Chapel Hill

-Beta Zeta/Meredith

-Beta Psi/ECU

-Lambada Xi/SCSU

-Theta Chi/SCU

-Lambada Omega/NC Central University

What are the active alumnae chapters in our providince?
None
What is the SAI policy on hazing and pre-initiation activities?
Hazing is defined as anything intentional or not that causes physical or mental pain, embarassment or ridicule such as road trips, or late study sessions that interfere with scholastic activites. SAI DOES NOT CONDONE HAZING!
What is the governing body of SAI?
National Convention
What are voting delagates?
One member from each college and alumnae chapter and any members of the national officers confrence who are in attendance.
Between Conventions, Fraternity business is conducted by whom?
National Excutive Board
What are 5 Privileges of membership?

-To have connection with musicians all over the United States

-To make friendships with many Sigma Alpha Iotas who share the same ideals

-To be encouraged to seek the highest goals in personal development and professional stature

-To wear the badge as an introduction to Sigma Alpha Iota cllege and alumnae chapters

-To  have opportunity at Province Days and National Conventions to broaden friendships to include members from other chapters

What are the 3 responsibilites of membership?

-To practice the high ideals of Sigma Alpha Iota at all times

-To be ethical at all times

-To represent the fraternity positively at all times

Who is the NEB National President?
Elizabeth Nordling
Who is the NEB National Vice President of Alumnae Chapters?
Dr. Leslie Odum Miller
Who is the NEB National Vice President of Collegiate Chapters?
Christine D. Bruns
Who is the NEB National Vice President of Extention and Fraternity Development?
Marcie Richardson
Who is the NEB National Vice President of Finance?
Jennifer M. Zerangue
Who is the NEB National Vice President of Membership?
Sue Bermann
Who is the NEB National Vice President of Ritual and Fraternity Education?
Dr. Deborah Volker
Who is the NEB Chairman of SAI Philanthropies, Inc.?
DAryle J. Gardner-Bonneau, Ph.D.
Who is the NEB Executive Director?
Ruth Sieber Johnson
The national MIT fee of ____ is due at___________.
$50; The Pledging ceremony
The National Initiation fee of ____ is due at _____.
$250; The time of the National Exam
Does our chapter have any local MIT fees?
No
National dues are ___ for a whole year and ____ for a half year, beginning the school year following initiation.
$35; $17.50
List at least 5 individual Honors that can be recieved by members.

-Sword of Honor

-Ruby Sword of Honor

-Rose of Honor

-Wreath of Achievement

-Rose of Dedication

-Rose of Constancy

-Ring of Excellence

-Scholastic Award

-Collegiate Honor Award

-Diamond Sword of Honor: Regional Alumnae Leadership Award

-National Outsanding Treasurer Award

-National Collegiate Leadership Award

-National Alumnae Leadership Award

-National Outstanding Advisior Award

-Dorothy Whinery Special Leadership Award

What are three Chapter Honors and what are they for?

-Katherine Becker National Collegiate Chapter Achievement Award: Presented annually from nominations submitted by province officers for chapters that have fulfilled the National Objectives and completed all obligations.

-National Alumnae Chapter Achievement Award: Presented annually from nominations submitted by province officers fro chapters that have fulfilled the National Objectives and completed all obligations.

-Annelle Chandler McAdams Alumnae Service Awards: Monetary award given in three categories to recognize outstanding community service projects.

-Collegiate Service Awards: Monetary award given in three categories to recognize outstanding community service projects.