About Sigma Alpha Iota

The History of Sigma Alpha Iota:

Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music, Ann Arbor, Michigan by Elizabeth Campbell, Frances Caspari, Minnie Davis Sherrill, Leila Farlin Laughlin, Nora Crane Hunt, Georgina Potts, and Mary Storrs Andersen.

The Eta Mu Chapter was chartered on May 27th, 1987.  The chapter has been the recipient of numerous awards, such as the Best Organization at the University of Hartford (2006), and the Region 8 Chapter Award and the National Service Project Award (2009).

The Mission of Sigma Alpha Iota is:
to encourage, nurture and support the art of music.

The Vision of Sigma Alpha Iota is  to be recognized throughout the world as the foremost fraternity that:

• Supports and encourages women musicians of all ages, races, and nationalities
• Supports and promotes successful and innovative educational programs in music for all stages of life
• Cultivates excellence in musical performance
• Promotes programs and activities that stress the love and importance of music in our lives
• Recognizes technological advances in the field of music
• Dedicates financial resources that ensure the continuation of programs necessary to support the objectives of the fraternity in perpetuity
• Has as its members people who exemplify professional and ethical behavior in the spirit of the Sigma Alpha Iota founders

The Purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota is:

• 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.

Sigma Alpha Iota's Current National Objectives:

• Strengthen our lifelong commitment to SAI through increased mentorship of and collaboration with other members and chapters.
  
• Honor and respect our Ritual through memorization and thorough study of its meaning and significance.
  
• Celebrate the diversity of our membership through appreciation of our varied educational, musical, occupational, and cultural experiences.
  
• Contribute to SAI Philanthropies, Inc. through chapter and individual giving, and by participation in national projects.
  
• Improve communications at all levels of SAI through professional, timely, responsible, and courteous words and actions.
  
• Advocate for music education through volunteerism and financial support.
  
• Advance the music of American composers through chapter performances, new commissions, and concert attendance.
  

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For more information about Sigma Alpha Iota, go to http://www.sai-national.org/home/

Eta Mu Chapter - SAI International Music Fraternity - Phi B Province
University of Hartford - The Hartt School