About Sigma Alpha Iota
Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Incorporating papers, under the laws of the State of Michigan, were signed December 1, 1904, and recorded December 15, 1904. The seven founders were Elizabeth Campbell, Frances Caspari, Minnie Davis Sherrill, Leila Farlin Laughlin, Nora Crane Hunt, Georgina Potts, and Mary Storrs Andersen.
Mission Statement & 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