Tau Beta (copy)

The Sorority provides alcohol on a

Per-drink basis by the vendor

The Sorority cannot be sold

Excess Alcohol

No member or guest can engage in

Violence at an event

What must Alumni have to attend convention?

Life or Alumni Association Membership

The Director of Bands must approve and be in attendance of what?

Probates

What is the core of preventing Hazing?

Respect

What is the first district to have convention every year?

Northeast district

Who are the 3 founders of Tau Beta Sigma?

Wava Banes Turner Henry

Emily SoRell

Ruth La Nell Williams

Where is Tau Beta Sigma’s National Shrine?

Texas Tech University

What are Robert’s Rules of Order?

A standard method of conducting meetings in an efficient and democratic manner

Who was the first HBCU Chapter and where are they located?

Beta Omicron (BO) at Texas Southern Unversity

When was the Outstanding Service to Music Award created?

1969

Who was the first recipient of the Outstanding Service to Music Award?

Barbara Buehlman

When were the restrictions to allow male members to be initiated removed?

1977

True or False: The Founders wanted the organization to be co-ed?

False

What was the first co-ed Chapter and where are they located?

Gamma Kappa (ΓK) at University of Connecticut

When did Tau Beta Sigma adopt the Policy on Hazing?

1980s

Who was the first black National President of Tau Beta Sigma and was when she inducted?

Carla Robinson in 1987

What chapter and school is Carla Robinson from?

Alpha Gamma (AΓ) at Kent State University

When did National Headquarters move?

1991

When was the Mission Statement written?

1990s

When was the Vision Statement written?

2000s

When was Tau Beta Sigma’s National programs expanded?

2000s

When did Wava Banes Turner Henry pass?

2012

What was built in honor of Wava’s passing?

A rose garden

When was Katherine Garret Kelly elected National President?

2015

Who was the first male National President and when was he inducted?

Johnathan Markowski in 2017

Who is the Founder of Kappa Kappa Psi?

William A. Scroggs

Who is the “Guiding Spirit” of Kappa Kappa Psi?

Bohomil Makovsky

Where is the Alpha Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi?

Oklahoma State University

When is Kappa Kappa Psi’s founding date?

November 27, 1919

What is Kappa Kappa Psi’s Motto?

“Strive for the Highest“

What is Kappa Kappa Psi’s official flower?

Red Carnation

How long has Tau Beta Sigma and Kappa Kappa Psi shared their headquarters?

Since 1947

Who is the current National Executive Director (NXD)?

Dollie O’Neill

What does the National Executive Director do?

Manages business affairs

Oversees logistics

What does the National Accounting Manager do?

Executes bookkeeping

Conducts research on financial reporting

Who is the National Membership Services Coordinator?

Debbie Morris

Who is the National Membership & Expansion Coordinator?

Monika Monk

What does the National Membership and Expansion Coordinator do?

Works with chapters on discipline

Coordinates petitioning groups

Produces official correspondence letters to send to chapters

Who is the Projects & Systems Manager?

Aaron Moore

What does the Project & Systems Manager do?

Responsible for data entry for Alumni records

What does the National Events Coordinator do?

Manages the logistics and registration for District Convention

Who are the Chapter Field Representatives?

Mason Thomas and Ari Wright

What do Chapter Field Representatives do?

Visit Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma Chapters and provide guidance

What is the Podium?

The National Publication for Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma

When will National Convention be held?

June 13-16, 2027

When is National Convention held?

Every two years

True or False: The National Intercollegiate Band (NIB) and Commissioning Program is open to non-members.

True

When did the Commissioning Program begin?

1951

How many Tau Beta Sigma Scholarships are awarded each year and how much money is given for each?

4, $2,000

What is the Tau Beta Sigma National Scholarship for Outstanding Student Leaders?

Honors active sisters who excel in band, campus activities, and academics

What is the Patsy Drury Heil National Scholarship for Outstanding Musical Achievement?

Named after a band director

Requires auditions in the application process

What is the Tau Beta Sigma Wava Scholarship?

For those preparing to enter the field of Music Education

For upperclassmen members who are Music Education majors

What is the Tau Beta Sigma Legacy Scholarship?

Given to members who present outstanding business, financial, logistical, and organizational abilities

What is the Baton?

The highest honor given to student members who demonstrate outstanding leadership in their chapter and their band program

Nominations can be made by any member of the chapter or National Leadership

What is the Tau Beta Sigma Service Certificate?

Applied to by the entire chapter

True or False: This year, Eta Delta was NOT a finalist for the Grace and A. Frank Martin Chapter Leadership Award

False

What is the Grace and A. Frank Martin Chapter Leadership Award?

Awarded every two years

A group of outstanding chapters are selected by the National Council

Winner is selected by a committee from the final group of chapters

Which chapter won the Grace and A. Frank Martin Chapter Leadership Ward this year?

Eta Gamma

What is the Outstanding Chapter Sponsor Award?

Awarded to members who demonstrate outstanding service and dedication to the success of the sorority

Submissions are due March 1 every year

What is the Tau Beta Sigma Academic Achievement Program?

Chapters and members are recognized for academic achievements

Applications are submitted to National Headquarters with a copy of grade reports at the end of each semester

What is the “For Greater Bands“ Award?

Provides recognition for non-members, college musicians who demonstrate excellence

Given to an Instrumental and Visual Performer

Applications can be submitted at any time

What is the Tau Beta Sigma National Council?

The main government body

4 elected positions and 1 appointed position

Selected during National Convention by the student delegation

Who appoints the Vice President for Professional Relations on National Council?

The President

What is the Tau Beta Sigma Board of Trustees?

Oversees the future financial stability of the sorority

Life members elect all members, except the Immediate Past National President and current National President

What is the Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association?

Oversees the Alumni experience

The members are elected by the current members

What is the purpose of the Focus on Five Campaign?

To encourage participation in National Programs

Who created the Focus on Five Campaign?

Johnathan Markowski

True or False: Participation in the Focus of Five Campaign is not required.

True

What does Red mean in the Focus on Five Campaign?

Risk Management

What does White mean in the Focus on Five Campaign?

Crescendo/Coda

What does Blue mean in the Focus on Five Campaign?

Women in Music

What does Green mean in the Focus on Five Campaign?

Leadership

What does Black mean in the Focus on Five Campaign this year?

Musical Achievement

How many Lyre Pieces are there and what are they?

Three

Center Right Left

What is the Center Lyre Piece this year?

Host an event/service

What is the Right Lyre Piece this year?

Organization engagement

What is the Left Lyre Piece this year?

Achievement of Recognition: Apply to an award before convention

Who were the host chapters for district convention?

Epsilon Omega (EΩ)

Eta Sigma (HΣ)

Gamma Chi (ΓX)

Beta Eta (BH)

What is the NED website?

tbsigmaned.weebly.com

What can be found on the NED website?

Everything NED related

Access to directory of past district conventions

The Podium

What does District President do?

Preside over all council meetings and convention

Ensures chapters in district submits paperwork throughout the year

Planning district convention

What does District Vice President for Membership do?

Ensures all chapters complete their Membership Education Plan (MEP) on time

Holds membership related workshops

Reviews all submitted MEP

Presides over meetings in the absence of the President

What does District Vice President for Special Projects due?

Oversee the Focus on Five Campaign

Can hold meetings to ensure chapters are fulfilling campaign

Oversees the district service project

What does District Secretary/Treasurer do?

Records meeting minutes

Controls disbursement of all monies

Why are the district Secretary and Treasurer roles combined?

Lack of participation

When were the district Secretary and Treasure roles combined?

2016

What do District Counselors do?

Serves as non-voting members and an advisory council

Supports chapters

Signs off on paperwork

Signs off on Letter of Good-Standing

Can’t shut down chapters

What is a Letter of Good-Standing?

Allows chapters to continue membership

What are active member expectations for Eta Delta?

Participate in an ensemble

Pay active member dues

Know the Sponsor and Director of Bands

How much are active member dues for Eta Delta?

$150

What are active member responsibilities for Eta Delta?

Voting

Providing leadership

Attend district and national conventions

Apply for Tau Beta Sigma scholarships

Creating a budget for the year

When is the Chapter Personnel report due?

September 30th

When is the Fall Activity report due?

December 1st

When is the Spring Activity/Chapter Summary report due?

June 1st

How much is a life membership?

$800

Who is Eta Delta’s big sister Chapter?

Beta Eta (BH)

Who is Eta Delta’s little sister chapter(s)?

Epsilon Rho (EP)

Theta Pi (ΘΠ)

Where is Theta Pi (ΘΠ) located and when did they recharter?

Bowie State University, last year