Iota Chi History
The Iota Chi chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota was first organized by Dr. Robert Hargreaves, Director of the School of Music, as 'Femmusica'. When the group grew to nineteen members, the ladies entertained representatives from different fraternities in Lucina Hall. 'Femmusica' selected Sigma Alpha Iota and received their charter on November 18, 1946.
Our Beliefs
The Purpose of SAI
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.
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.
Privileges of Membership
To wear the badge as an introduction to all Sigma Alpha Iota collegiate, alumnae, and distinguished members.
To impact music around the world utilizing Sigma Alpha Iota resources.
To seek the highest goals of personal development and achievement with the support and encouragement of the Fraternity and its members.
To promote American music, contribute to Sigma Alpha Iota's philanthropic projects, and participate in the Fraternity's scholarship and grant programs.
To work with fraternity leaders to promote Sigma Alpha Iota's Mission, and high standards of musicianship and scholarship.
To benefit from leadership opportunities within the national organization.
To attend Province Days, National Conventions, and other fraternity events to cultivate friendships with other Sigma Alpha Iota members who share our love of music.
To impact music around the world utilizing Sigma Alpha Iota resources.
To seek the highest goals of personal development and achievement with the support and encouragement of the Fraternity and its members.
To promote American music, contribute to Sigma Alpha Iota's philanthropic projects, and participate in the Fraternity's scholarship and grant programs.
To work with fraternity leaders to promote Sigma Alpha Iota's Mission, and high standards of musicianship and scholarship.
To benefit from leadership opportunities within the national organization.
To attend Province Days, National Conventions, and other fraternity events to cultivate friendships with other Sigma Alpha Iota members who share our love of music.
Responsibilities of Membership
To represent the fraternity positively at all times.
To cultivate broad friendships and be democratic in all campus contacts.
To be ethical at all times.
To respect the authority of chapter, province, regional, and national officers.
To refrain from the discussion of internal fraternity affairs with non-members, unless they are chapter advisors.
To practice the high ideals of Sigma Alpha Iota at all times.
To cultivate broad friendships and be democratic in all campus contacts.
To be ethical at all times.
To respect the authority of chapter, province, regional, and national officers.
To refrain from the discussion of internal fraternity affairs with non-members, unless they are chapter advisors.
To practice the high ideals of Sigma Alpha Iota at all times.
Collegiate Chapter Privileges and Responsibilities
The chapter...
- Makes itself representative of the standards and ideals of the fraternity.
- Is broadly national in feeling and thinking and recognizes its significance to the total welfare of the fraternity.
- Develops responsibility and leadership in all members.
- Selects officers with careful attention to leadership, efficiency, proven responsibility, and respect for the fraternity.
- Respects National SAI Bylaws, the SAI Ritual and other fraternity policies, including the policy of no alcohol at collegiate events and no hazing.
- Fosters loyalty and service to the school of which it is a part.
- Encourages scholastic achievement, actively participates in school endeavors and advances desirable standards of social life.
- Fulfills the fraternity's triennial National Objectives.
External Links
Sigma Alpha Iota National Website
Sigma Alpha Iota National Chapters Page
Beta B Province
Ball State University
Ball State University School of Music
Ball State University Bands
Ball State University Choirs
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Delta Lambda Chapter
Muncie Music Center
Sigma Alpha Iota National Chapters Page
Beta B Province
Ball State University
Ball State University School of Music
Ball State University Bands
Ball State University Choirs
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Delta Lambda Chapter
Muncie Music Center
Sigma Alpha Iota - Iota Chi
Region 5 - Beta B Province
Ball State University - Muncie, IN