PURPOSE, MISSION STATEMENT, AND VISION OF SIGMA ALPHA IOTA
The Purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota
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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.
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To FURTHER the development of music in America and throughout the world.
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To GIVE inspiration and encouragement to members.
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To ORGANIZE the cultural life of Sigma Alpha Iota members as a contributing factor to their educational growth.
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To SUPPORT the ideals and goals of the member's Alma Mater.
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To ADHERE to the highest standards of citizenship in school, community, and fraternity life.
The Mission Statement of Sigma Alpha Iota
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
The Vision of Sigma Alpha Iota, International Music Fraternity, is to be recognized throughout the world as the foremost fraternity that
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Supports and encourages women musicians of all ages, races, and nationalities
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Supports and promotes successful and innovative educational programs in music for all stages of life
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Cultivates excellence in musical performances
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Promotes programs and activities that stress the love and importance of music in our lives
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Recognizes technological advances in the field of music
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Dedicates financial resources that ensure the continuation of programs necessary to support the objectives of the fraternity in perpetuity
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Has as its members people who exemplify professional and ethical behavior in the spirit of the Sigma Alpha Iota Founders.
National Objectives, 2025-2028
We, the members of Sigma Alpha Iota, will:
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Artistry Without Boundaries: Strive to remove musical barriers within our chapters.
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Harmonizing Across Generations: Support intergenerational music initiatives that connect age
groups and enhance the sharing of knowledge and experience.
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Community Within and Beyond the Chapter: Build a strong fraternity community that extends be
yond our chapters.
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Honor Ritual with Commitment: Commit to the thoughtful study and preparation of our Ritual.
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Harmony Through Giving: Actively support SAI Philanthropies, Inc., our charitable arm, by
learning about and participating in its projects, and by making chapter and individual donations a priority.
Sigma Alpha Iota Chorale
Daughters of a great and singing nation
Let your voices rise in dedication
Music tells unspoken noble creeds
Music beautifies the simplest deeds
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota
Sing the greatness of the soul and spirit
Sing the joy of peace and friendship merit
Music is a kind and truthful speech
In a language out of mere words' reach
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota