Sweet Adelines International 75th Jubilee Commemorative Album

It seems we have arrived as an organization at a very appropriate time in our history. Women are taking on different roles, exercising more freedoms than ever before. Where working women were once in the minority, it’s no longer true. More women in general and more of our Sweet Adelines members hold employment outside the home. Family size has also had an impact; the time available to devote to a hobby is not only more available, but more needed. The diversity of talent that we attract and retain in our membership has also had an impact, and last, but hardly least, we have become a highly mobile society. — Ruth Uglow, International President (1979–1981)

Ruth Uglow facilitating a goal-setting session. A clear set of goals that were challenging but achievable and measurable became the objective, as chapters and regions drafted mission statements to proclaim their identity.

It soon was apparent that our chapters and regions needed training in administration to better support the musical programs . An International Administrative Faculty was formed and trained. Back row: Nancy Ames, Mary Lou Kudela, Julie Kendrick, Bev Miller (moderator), Sue Beck. Seated: Lennie Brown, Billie Jean Young, Mavis Burtness. 1982.

1991 Harmony International's name changed to Sweet Adelines International.

1991 Back rail added to risers for international chorus contest.

1991 International Board communicates via GroupWise intranet program. 1991 Computerization of international judging procedures, headquarters communications, accounting, sales, and convention departments.

1991 Harmony Achievement Award established. Cedar Rhapsody Chapter (Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA; now Cedar Sounds Chapter) wins first award.

1991 Coronet Club marks its 25th anniversary.

1991 International Board of Directors begins study of proposal for establishing a philanthropic foundation.

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