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sai-national.org • FALL 2016 • PAN PIPES 3 Dear Readers, I spent a short, yet full weekend at SAI National Headquarters this summer to work on the focus of this year's upcoming issues. In between format and content discussions, I had the opportunity to look through our historical collection of PAN PIPES. What a treasure trove of information and history! As we are celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Pan's Cottage at the MacDowell Colony, I had a particular interest in the stories and updates from the fraternity's involvement there. We will be sharing some of those stories in each issue this year, and I hope you enjoy the trip back in time as much as I have. is particular issue celebrates the achievements of women in music—leaders in their respective fields—with interviews, memorials, history lessons, and annual award announcements. Each piece has something different to offer, whether it be an understanding of how far school bands have come to what it takes to become a performing artist or to plan an opera company's season. We also remember two giants in the music industry—Marni Nixon and Patrice Munsel—for their contributions and passion. I hope you come away with a few new thoughts, ideas, or inspirations. What have you or someone you know been up to lately? We welcome new music related stories to share with our readers and new volunteers to write them. Do you have an idea for an article or an interview with a musician? Is there a great, new teaching resource or a lecture topic that you would like to write about? If so, please contact me at SAIPanPipesEditor@gmail.com so we can discuss your potential involvement. I can't wait to hear from you! SAI Roses, Christine Bruns Editor EDITOR'S NOTES SECRETARY, SAI PHILANTHROPIES, INC. BOARD Jennie Ross was a charter member of the Eta Xi chapter at Central Michigan University (CMU), where she earned a special education teaching degree with a focus on the emotionally impaired. While there, she studied tuba and marched in the CMU Marching Band for five years. Just before she was married, Jennie joined the Ann Arbor Alumnae Chapter, and she has held many of the chapter officer positions since, including Treasurer, Recording Secretary, and President. Jennie was the Alpha A Province Officer from 2006- 2012, serving two terms, and is a 25 year member. She is the mother of four wonderful children and is celebrating her 20th wedding anniversary in October. Jennie continues to play her tuba in a Civil War re-enactment band, is active in her local community theatre, the Hartland Players, and is an active member of the St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. New Philanthropies Board Member Appointed Jennie Ross The 1903 Club debuted this spring to great response. When a new alumna member makes her first contribution to our charitable arm, SAI Philanthropies, Inc., she will become a member of the new 1903 Club. This donation should be made within the first year to be granted this special recognition. Graduates will be sent a personal link for donating online; the link can also be requested from National Headquarters. As a member of the 1903 Club, a sister will • Become part of an exclusive network of recent graduates • Strengthen the foundation of the fraternity • Support the many scholarships, grants, and special projects funded by SAI Philanthropies, Inc. • Get access to new social media content to show her SAI pride Join other recent graduates by making a gift to SAI Philanthropies today! The 1903 Club Provides Opportunity to New Alumnae

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