SIGMA
ALPHA
IOTA
EPSILON THETA
C. 1968 / APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY / BOONE, NC
The Epsilon Theta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity
ABOUT US
The Epsilon Theta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity is located at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina.
Chartered in 1968, Epsilon Theta has a long and cherished tradition of fellowship and service through music within our campus as well as in the community.
The Epsilon Theta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity (Fall, 2022)
OUR HISTORY
On November 16, 1968, sixteen ladies received the charter to the Epsilon Theta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota, the first member of the Tau B Province. This was the third Greek organization on the campus of Appalachian State University, preceded by Alpha Psi Omega and the Rho Tau Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. Since then, this chapter has completed many service projects, including the Appalachian Young Musicians Workshop for local children, and the Jessica Ruth Earley Scholarship Fund.
As of 2022, Epsilon Theta has joined Psi A Province, along with fellow undergraduate chapters Eta Theta (Western Carolina University), Gamma Rho (University of Tennessee-Knoxville), Lamda Beta (Mars Hill University) and the Asheville, NC alumnae chapter.
AWARDS
FEATURE PANPIPES “The Little Chapter That Could”
College Chapter Achievement Award (1972-1973, 1975-1976, 1976-1977, 1980-1981, 1981-82, 1985-1986, 1990-1991, and 1991-1992)
Tau B Chapter Achievement Award (2019)
OUR MEMBERS
2022-2023 Executive Board
IZY ADKINS, RECORDING SECRETARY, SONGS COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN
MAJOR: ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, SAC MUSIC
MINOR: SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: FLUTE
INITIATED: FALL 2021
TAYLOR ALEXIS, EDITOR, CORRESPONDING SECRETARY, SOCIAL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN
MAJOR: MUSIC THERAPY, FOCUS IN FEMINIST MUSIC THERAPY
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: VOICE (SOPRANO), TROMBONE
INITIATED: FALL 2021
REESE CANTRELL, TREASURER
MAJOR: PSYCHOLOGY
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: FLUTE
INITIATED: SPRING 2022
MICHELLE ISAACS, VP MEMBERSHIP
MAJOR: COMMUNICATION SCIENCES & DISORDERS,
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: FLUTE & PICCOLO
INITIATED: FALL 2021
RACHEL MASTERS, SERGEANT-AT-ARMS, SERVICE COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN
MAJOR: VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: TRUMPET
INITIATED: SPRING 2021
REAGAN PAINTER, RITUAL, FRATERNITY EDUCATION
MAJOR: MUSIC EDUCATION
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: CLARINET
INITIATED: SPRING 2021
ERIN WHITAKER, PRESIDENT
MAJOR: COMMUNICATION SCIENCES & DISORDERS,
MINOR: ASL
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: CLARINET
INITIATED: SPRING 2020
COLLEGIATE MEMBERS
EMILY HOLMES DEWEY
MAJOR: TUBA PERFORMANCE
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: TUBA
INITIATED: SPRING 2022
DOMINIQUE GEORGE
MAJOR: ACCOUNTING
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: COLORGUARD
INITIATED: FALL 2022
PAIGE LEGARI
MAJOR: VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: FRENCH HORN
INITIATED: SPRING 2022
KAITLIN SPROULES
MAJOR: MUSIC THERAPY
PRIMARY INSTRUMENT: VOICE (SOPRANO)
INITIATED: SPRING 2022
MEMBERS IN TRAINING
WHO IS SIGMA ALPHA IOTA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FRATERNITY?
“Sigma Alpha Iota is an organization which promotes interaction among those who share a commitment to music. Members of SAI are active in all areas of music and campus life, working closely with faculty, administration, and campus groups. Alumnae members are teachers, performers, professionals, and patrons of local and national arts organizations. In addition to personal encouragement and support, members may receive scholarships, grants, and awards in many areas of music-related study. Sigma Alpha Iota has long been recognized as a leader in the field of music.”
(Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity, https://www.sai-national.org/)
ANN ARBOR, 1903
Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music, Ann Arbor, Michigan by our founders,
“It was decided that only students of fine character and special musical talent combined with excellent scholarship would be eligible for membership.
On June 12, 1903, Sigma Alpha Iota Musical Sorority was founded.”
(Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity, https://www.sai-national.org/)
WHY SHOULD I JOIN SAI?
SOCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL CONNECTIONS WITH LIKEMINDED MUSICIANS, INCLUDING MEMBERS OF OUR OTHER TWO RESIDENT MUSIC FRATERNITIES, KAPPA KAPPA PSI AND PHI MU ALPHA
NUMEROUS SCHOLARSHIP/GRANTS/FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
SERVICE / PHILANTHROPIC OPPORTUNITIES
TO NURTURE THE PURSUIT OF MUSIC ON THE LOCAL, STATE, NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL LEVEL
HOW DO I KNOW IF I’M ELIGIBLE FOR MEMBERSHIP?
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET FOR ELIGIBILITY
- must have completed at least one semester at Appalachian State University.
- must hold one of the following gender identities: transgender woman, cisgender woman, non-binary or gender non-conforming.
- must have an established GPA at Appalachian State University of at least 2.5.
- must have completed or be enrolled in at least one music course.
- have a sincere interest in music.
What if I'm Not Eligible?
Even if you don't meet one or more of our requirements, we'd still love to see you at Recruitment Week! We initiate new members every semester.
I Don't Think I Have Time.
Sometimes potential members can feel like they don't have time for a fraternity or that their schoolwork, social life, or work will be affected. While it's true that there are time commitments for members, we understand that our members have other obligations and will try to work with you as best as we can. SAI holds scholarship as one of its biggest priorities and expects the same of its members. Several of our members have jobs, are involved in other campus organizations and activities, and have demanding majors. It can be done!
What Does the Member in Training Process Entail?
FIRST, you will come to recruitment week! Get to know the current members of Epsilon Theta. Remember, first impressions count! Show us your authentic self.
If invited to become a member of Sigma Alpha Iota, you will be assigned a BIG who, along with our Vice President, Membership (VPM) will guide you through your process into membership.
Your BIG and your VPM will help prepare you for the
National Exam that you'll take before the Initiation Ceremony!
In the meantime, you'll bond with current members of Epsilon Theta, and your fellow PMITs!
Following a passing score on the National Exam, and the completion of your MIT process, you will officially be initiated as a member of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity! (YAY!)
Does SAI Haze?
ABSOLUTELY NOT! Sigma Alpha Iota maintains a very strict no hazing policy that each and every member must sign their name to.
Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity is committed to making sure our members and potential members feel comfortable, safe, and cared for.
Can I Still Be in Another Fraternity if I'm a Member?
Yes! While we do have exclusive membership with Mu Phi Epsilon, Delta Omicron, and Phi Beta, our members can also be members of other Greek organizations as long as they are still able to meet our requirements for members.
MICHELLE ISAACS, VICE PRESIDENT, MEMBERSHIP
sai.et.vpm@gmail.com
TAYLOR ALEXIS, CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
sai.et.correspondingsec@gmail.com
TAYLOR ALEXIS, EDITOR
sai.epsilontheta.editor@gmail.com
ERIN WHITAKER, PRESIDENT
whitakerer@appstate.edu