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Discover the history and significance of Incorporation Day for Sigma Alpha Iota, celebrated on December 15, 1904. Learn about the preparation, signing, and celebration of this important day in the organization's history.
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What is Incorporation Day? It is the day Sigma Alpha Iota was duly incorporated as a nonprofit association under the laws of the State of Michigan
When was SAI Incorporated? December 15,1904
Who prepared the documentation? Ann Arbor attorney, Carl Storm, along with the Committee on Laws and Rules prepared the Articles of Association
Members of the Committee on Laws and Rules Appointed to this committee, at the initial meeting on June 12, 1903 were: Elizabeth Cambpell, chairman Leila Farlin Frances Caspari
When was the document signed? December 1, 1904
Who was present for the signing? Nine members of Alpha Chapter: Five Founders, still present at the University School of Music Two patronesses - Chapter President and Treasurer
Why the difference in date? Document signed: December 1, 2004 Articles of Association recorded with the Secretary of the State of Michigan: December 15, 1904
How do we celebrate Incorporation Day? Conduct the Incorporation Day Ceremony located on page 81 of the Master Ritual Book (also located in the Member Ritual book)
How do we celebrate Incorporation Day? Read the “Sigma Alpha Iota, A History” Chapter 1 – Genesis Learn how our organization came into being Chapter 2 – Nucleus Learn about our Founders and the other people instrumental in the founding of Sigma Alpha Iota
Sources Sigma Alpha Iota Master Ritual Book “Sigma Alpha Iota, A History” by K Marie Stolba