Leadership Programs

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​Cornerstone Institute

Cornerstone is a drive-in style day of leadership development, future planning and discussion. The Cornerstone Institute is designed to provide chapter members the key information for having a successful chapter experience.  Members will be challenged to reflect on their current membership experience and to identify means to improve outcomes.

All brothers are welcome to attend this program and lunch is provided by the Fraternity.

The program is free for attendees but advanced registration is required. You can attend any location/date that works for your schedule.
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Learning Outcomes:

• Articulate the membership experience of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity
• Understand the Phi Mu Delta experience within their chapter/provisional chapter
• Build unity and fellowship with brothers from around the region
• Have a direct impact on the operations, policies and outcomes of the Fraternity.​

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Leading the Lion Pride

Leading the Lion Pride Workbook

Leading the Lion Pride is the National New Member Education Program. All chapters and provisional chapters are expected to follow this program, which incorporates discussions, activities, and speakers.
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Learning Outcomes:

• Identify the three ideals of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity
• Articulate the purpose of a fraternity on a college campus
• Understand and meet the expectations of membership
• Build friendships with fellow new members, active members, alumni of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity, and volunteers
• Describe the history of fraternities and sororities and of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity
• Articulate the importance of the Founders' Creed of Phi Mu Delta
• Identify the six pillars of character and describe how to embody them daily
• Recognize positive wellness behaviors for an individual and the chapter
• Demonstrate how to effectively work in a team
• Understand the risk management policies of Phi Mu Delta
• Strategize positive recruitment efforts for identifying and recruiting potential new members
• Articulate the importance of time management and scholarship within the fraternity experience

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Sapphire Leadership Institute

The Sapphire Leadership Institute is held biannually to assist all undergraduate members who are interested in learning more about leadership. This program allows participants to practice their own leadership skills in preparation for their growing role as chapter leaders. Each chapter and provisional chapter is expected to send four members this a four-day residential experience.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand leadership types and styles
• Develop and improve leadership skills
• Gain a perspective for the future and that of the organization
• Identify that a member can lead the chapter with or without a position or title
• Develop friendships with other brothers that can also serve as future resources and connections
• Create a relationship with a mentor that assists participants through challenge and learning during and after the program.

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Foundation Institute (Formerly Officers' Academy)

Each January, Phi Mu Delta Fraternity hosts Foundation Institute. The purpose of this program is to offer nuts & bolts training to all newly elected officers. This three day training workshop provides officers with the essential tools to manage chapter operations and attain goals for the coming year. All five members of the executive board are expected to attend.

Learning Outcomes;

• Develop and improve leadership skills
• Explain the importance of ensuring smooth transitions from past to new officers
• Develop skill sets to manage daily chapter operations
• Demonstrate the importance of teamwork within an executive board
• Discover the value in strategic planning and goal setting for leaders and organizations

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