Sigma Alpha Iota
Sigma Alpha Iota Headquarters
One Tunnel Road
Asheville, NC 28805
828-251-0606
Founded: June 12, 1903
University School of Music, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Name: Eta Rho
Chartered at UD: May 6, 1990
Philanthropy: Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc.
Philanthropies' purpose is to encourage "service for and through music on the campus, in the community, in the nation, and throughout the world".
There are Outreach Projects such as the People-to-People Project which provide instruments and music to schools and communities, Pan's Cottage at The MacDowell Colony, scholarships, grants, and awards for individuals, and Services for Musicians with Special Needs. Chapters can also apply for grants to fund the musical enrichment of their campuses and communities.
Open Motto: "Vita Brevis, Ars Longa" (“Life is short, but Art is long”)
Purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota
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.
Colors: Crimson and White
Flower: Red Rose
Symbol: Pipes of Pan
President: Ashley Williams
National Link: http://www.sai-national.org/
Local Link: http://udel.edu/stu-org/sai/index.html