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.
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 13-16, 2023
- Attendees need to arrive to the hotel by 5 p.m. local time
- Pheonix, 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.
