AΣT Excel: 2025 Cohort
In July, a small group of Alpha Sigma Tau women gathered for a collaborative leadership development opportunity focusing on emotional intelligence.
The cohort kicked off with an in-person event focused on enhancing emotional intelligence (EQ) on July 12, 2025. The Sorority partners with TalentSmart, a recognized leader in emotional intelligence training and education, to deliver Mastering Emotional Intelligence Level 1.
Following the in-person event, participants will participate in at least five additional virtual cohort sessions to expand on the lessons acquired from the initial training. After AΣΤ Excel, participants will be able to:
- Communicate more effectively
- Handle stress and conflict productively
- Be a better team member
- Navigate change more effectively
This July, join a small group of Alpha Sigma Tau women for a collaborative leadership development opportunity focusing on emotional intelligence.
The National Council consistently works to identify and develop the leadership competencies of women who will be ready to serve the Sorority in various volunteer roles. With that in mind, we are now accepting applications for the AΣΤ Excel: 2025 Cohort.
The cohort will kick off with an in-person event focused on enhancing emotional intelligence (EQ) in Indianapolis, Indiana, July 11-13, 2025. The Sorority is partnering with TalentSmart, a recognized leader in emotional intelligence training and education, to deliver Mastering Emotional Intelligence Level 1.
This leadership development opportunity will include pre and post-work, an individual assessment that includes 360-degree feedback opportunities, and implementing a plan for personal development.
Following the in-person event, participants will participate in at least five additional virtual cohort sessions to expand on the lessons acquired from the initial training. This schedule will be determined based on cohort feedback and availability.
Applications are now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied!
What is emotional intelligence?
Emotions are present in everything you think, do, and say daily on the job, in your career, and throughout your life. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is how you handle yourself and others.
Your EQ taps into a fundamental element of human behavior that is distinct from your intellect and personality. It affects how you manage your behavior, navigate social complexities, and make personal decisions that achieve positive results.
After the Excel cohort, participants can expect to:
- Communicate more effectively
- Handle stress and conflict productively
- Be a better team member
- Navigate change more effectively
Program details:
Participants will receive:
- Mastering Emotional Intelligence Level 1 Insight and Action Guide Program Workbook
- An online self-assessment of your own emotional intelligence
- A 360° multi-rater assessment from others on their perceptions of your emotional intelligence
- A copy of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Dr. Jean Greaves and Dr. Travis Bradberry
- 66 Strategies to Train My EQ Brain resource guide
- A professional facilitator to guide the group and individuals through their learning process
- A personalized EQ action plan
Time commitment:
The AΣΤ Excel experience requires the below approximate time commitment for each phase:
- Self-assessment and 360-degree review: 1 to 2 hours
- In-person cohort: Friday evening, full day on Saturday, travel on Sunday (July 11–13, 2025 in Indianapolis)
- Virtual sessions: Up to five weekday sessions for approximately 1-2 hours each
Experience fee:
Selected participants will be expected to cover the costs of their travel to Indianapolis for the in-person event in July 2025. The Sorority has adopted the below registration fees for this program in order to provide access to as many members as possible:
- $50 Collegiate Participants
- $150 Alumnae Participants
Collegiate applicants are welcome to request a scholarship to offset all or a portion of the registration fees. All participants are encouraged to explore reimbursement from their employer for this professional development opportunity. Use this resource to support your request.
Apply now:
Applications are due by February 1, 2025.
Highlights from our last AΣΤ Excel in 2023!
Thank you to MJ Insurance, an Alpha Sigma Tau annual sponsor, for providing a beautiful meeting space.
Meet our 2025 Cohort
Highlights from AΣΤ Excel in 2025!
On July 12, a group of collegiate and alumnae Sisters participated in AΣΤ Excel, a leadership development program focused on emotional intelligence (EQ). The in-person program was facilitated by Jenni Kemmery (Delta 1995/IUP), and the cohort will continue to meet virtually throughout the year.
The in-person daylong Mastering Emotional Intelligence Level 1 program was held on Saturday. Attendees focused on the four areas of EQ:
- Self-awareness: your ability to accurately perceive your emotions in the moment and understand your tendencies across situations
- Self-management: your ability to manage yourself to control the impulses and immediate emotional reactions
- Social awareness: your ability to recognize the emotions of the people around you
- Relationship management: your ability to be aware of the social factors that are influencing the dynamics in the room
On Saturday evening, Sisters celebrated their day of learning with a reception at Alpha Sigma Tau’s Headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, where attendees browsed the Sorority’s archives.
People who develop their EQ communicate more effectively, handle stress and conflict productively, are better team players, can navigate change, and perform at a higher level. Improving EQs helps our Sisters become better leaders and build stronger relationships.
The Sorority partners with TalentSmart, a recognized leader in emotional intelligence training and education, to deliver their Mastering Emotional Intelligence Level 1 program.
This cohort-style group attended a virtual live session in June hosted by TalentSmarts, a recognized leader in emotional intelligence training and education. The group continued their development in the months following by meeting in small groups and discussing their personal progress.
Made possible by AΣΤ donors!
AΣΤ Excel: 2025 Cohort is made possible by donors to the Alpha Sigma Tau Foundation. To keep this opportunity accessible to members, the experience fees have been offset by a generous grant from the AΣΤ Foundation.
Help Alpha Sigma Tau expand access to programs like this by making a gift today. With a gift of any size, you will empower women for generations to come.