Sigma Alpha Iota
Sigma Alpha Iota is an international music fraternity for women. ΣAI was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Our Founders
ΣAI was founded by seven women who had a sincere interest in music:
Elizabeth Campbell
Frances Caspari
Minnie Davis Sherrill
Leila Farlin Laughlin
Nora Crane Hunt
Georgina Potts
Mary Storrs Andersen
Elizabeth Campbell
Frances Caspari
Minnie Davis Sherrill
Leila Farlin Laughlin
Nora Crane Hunt
Georgina Potts
Mary Storrs Andersen
Our Mission Statement
The mission of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity is to encourage, nurture and support the art of music throughout the world.
Our Purpose
- 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.