Sigma Alpha Iota :: Lambda Epsilon

History

Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Incorporation papers, under the laws of the State of Michigan, were signed December 1, 1904, and recorded December 15, 1904.

Lambda Epsilon, chartered May 7, 2004
Howard Payne University
Cecilia Pedre, President

             On May 7, 2004, the Lambda Epsilon chapter was installed at Howard Payne University in Brownwood, TX. Shelby MacFarlane, National Vice President of Extension and Fraternity Development, and Jamie Reimer, province officer of Xi A, officiated at the installation. Gamma Phi, Zeta Sigma, and the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapters were also in attendance. That night, 15 student members and 7 patroness members were installed, and Dr. Allen Reed, Dean of Music at Howard Payne, was inducted as a Friend of the Arts. Originally, Lambda Epsilon started out as the petitioning chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota named Striving After Integrity.
             The process of starting a chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota began several years prior to the installation when Dr. Amy Rosine came to Howard Payne as a voice professor. She told the female students about how she was involved in SAI in college and how much she wished there were an SAI chapter at HPU. The students were immediately ready to begin the process. However, the chapter struggled to get enough people interested, especially since Howard Payne had such a small student body.
             Two years later, the desire to start working on forming a chapter arose we were able to generate more interest in SAI. While a petitioning chapter, the charter members of Lambda Epsilon took on the anagram: Striving After Integrity. Then, after a year of petitioning, hard work, dedication, and a lot of paperwork, the petitioning chapter finally became an official chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota and a member of Greek Life at HPU.

Purpose

The Purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota is:



		History Purpose Mission Statement and Vision National Objectives History Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Incorporation papers, under the laws of the State of Michigan, were signed December 1, 1904, and recorded December 15, 1904. Lambda Epsilon, chartered May 7, 2004 Howard Payne University Cecilia Pedre, President On May 7, 2004, the Lambda Epsilon chapter was installed at Howard Payne University in Brownwood, TX. Shelby MacFarlane, National Vice President of Extension and Fraternity Development, and Jamie Reimer, province officer of Xi A, officiated at the installation. Gamma Phi, Zeta Sigma, and the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapters were also in attendance. That night, 15 student members and 7 patroness members were installed, and Dr. Allen Reed, Dean of Music at Howard Payne, was inducted as a Friend of the Arts. Originally, Lambda Epsilon started out as the petitioning chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota named Striving After Integrity. The process of starting a chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota began several years prior to the installation when Dr. Amy Rosine came to Howard Payne as a voice professor. She told the female students about how she was involved in SAI in college and how much she wished there were an SAI chapter at HPU. The students were immediately ready to begin the process. However, the chapter struggled to get enough people interested, especially since Howard Payne had such a small student body. Two years later, the desire to start working on forming a chapter arose we were able to generate more interest in SAI. While a petitioning chapter, the charter members of Lambda Epsilon took on the anagram: Striving After Integrity. Then, after a year of petitioning, hard work, dedication, and a lot of paperwork, the petitioning chapter finally became an official chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota and a member of Greek Life at HPU. Purpose The Purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota is: 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. Mission Statement and Vision 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. National Objectives 2003-06 The following Objectives were formulated by the National Executive Board following the 2003 National Convention Strive for excellence and effectiveness in chapter activities through creating and achieving chapter goals. Promote awareness and support of SAI Philanthropies, Inc. and involve members in its activities. Encourage community projects that reflect a positive fraternity image. Advocate for music education through collaboration with local school systems. Celebrate music as a vital art form by supporting quality performances of works by living composers. Recognize the contributions of women in all fields of music. Inspire members to pursue a lifetime commitment to the fraternity through increased fraternity education and interaction between college and alumnae members.