Developing Leaders Initiative (DLI)
OVERVIEW
The Developing Leaders Initiative (DLI) is the premier leadership program for Sigma Alpha Mu undergraduates, funded by the Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation. Exceptional undergraduate members from across North America are selected to participate in this special program. Sigma Alpha Mu is excited to share that the program is being changed to an annual program that will consist of a rewarding extended weekend experience.
APPLICATIONS
This program is application-based. In order to be considered, applicants must apply by November 1, 2023 via this link. Only 12 students will be selected. All applicants will be notified of their status by December 1, 2023.
DLI FACILITATORS
Phil Glauben (North Texas ‘73) – Education Committee Chairman/Co-DLI Chairman
Adam Cohen (Illinois ‘09) – Co-DLI Chairman
Jackie Hackett – Assistant Executive Director
PROGRAM LOGISTICS
- January 12-15, 2024
- Attendees need to arrive to the hotel by 5 p.m. local time
- Phoenix, AZ
Program objectives include:
- Enhance leadership skills, cultural competency, and professional skills
- Provide an immersion experience in organizational governance and the Fraternity’s International leadership
- Present undergraduate feedback on topics or areas of the Fraternity that need to be reformed, revised, or revamped.
- Prepare for post-collegiate involvement in the Jewish Community and Sigma Alpha Mu Fraternity
- Embrace and inspire the values of Sigma Alpha Mu
- Network with other undergraduates, alumni
All undergraduate members of Sigma Alpha Mu chapters and provisional chapters are eligible to apply. Applicants must be in Good Standing within their chapter/provisional chapter and institution. DLI is funded by the SAM Foundation, and there is no cost for the member.
Project Overview:
The Octagon will provide topics or areas of the Fraternity that need to be reformed, revised, or revamped. These topics or areas will be centered around Sigma Alpha Mu’s approach to tackling global fraternity issues. DLI will decide on two of those proposed topics and will work during the program to complete the objectives, with a final virtual presentation to the Octagon. The Octagon is looking forward to having undergraduate input and direction on these important areas of the Fraternity.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
Friday, January 12, 2024
| Time | Description |
| 4:30 pm | Flyers picked up at airport by SAM |
| 5:00 pm | Drivers arrive at the hotel |
| 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm | Welcome & Opening Session |
| 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Dinner |
| 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm | Team builders & Leadership Journey |
Saturday, January 13, 2024
| 8:00 am – 9:00 am | Breakfast |
| 9:00 am – 10:00 am | State of Fraternity and SAM |
| 10:00 am – 11:00 am | Ask the Octagon |
| 11:15 am – 12:00 pm | Intro to Work Groups |
| 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Lunch & Break |
| 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Board of Directors & Activity |
| 3:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. | Break |
| 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Value of the Fraternity Experience |
| 5:00 – 5:45 pm | Your Values Activity |
| 6:00 p.m. | Dinner |
| 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Evening Activity |
| 9:00 p.m. | Message of the Day |
Sunday, January 14, 2024
| 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Breakfast & Morning Activity |
| 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Lunch & Break |
| 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Work Group Time & Presentation Preparation |
| 5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Practice Presentations for Octagon |
| 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Dinner |
| 7:30 p.m. | Evening Activity |
| 9:00 p.m. | Message of the Day |
Monday, January 15, 2024
| 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. | Final Wrap Up |
| 10:00 a.m. | Departure & Transportation to the Airport |
