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History of Sigma Alpha Iota

Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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

The Mission of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity is to encourage, nurture and support the art of music.The Vision of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity 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



Visit our National Headquarters Website at sai-national.org

SAI Philanthropies, Inc.

Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc., created in 1974 as a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization, is the charitable arm of Sigma Alpha Iota, international music fraternity. Its mission 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.

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