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Originally posted by TrojanGirl
Being an SAI is to me being more of a "greek" than some other GLO's...[snip]...Groups who have mostly the same structure as social GLO's should go social, because there is not that much difference in the two.
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That's an interesting point, TG. I guess the only thing that prevents me from standing up and saying "let's go PHC!" is I wonder how many PHC PNMs would be interested in sorority with such definite musical aims. For purpose of discussion, here are the Purposes 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.
....and the Mission Statement and Vision:
"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."
To add to all that, SAI is open to women who "demonstrate a sincere interest in music", have a GPA of at least 2.5, have taken at least 1 credit hour in music, as well as the usual "intangibles."
Personally, I think your average, non-musically-inclined PNM might be turned off by all that. Then again, maybe I'm wrong. Any thoughts, people?
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