AΣT Excel: 2023 Cohort

This June, a small group of Alpha Sigma Tau women will gather for a collaborative leadership development opportunity focusing on emotional intelligence.

The cohort will kick off with an in-person event focused on enhancing emotional intelligence (EQ) on June 23rd – 25th, 2023. The Sorority is partnering 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. This schedule will be determined based on cohort feedback and availability.

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

Stay tuned on social media to meet our participants and follow along with the program!


This June, 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 proud to announce we are now accepting applications for the AΣΤ Excel: 2023 Cohort. 

The cohort will kick off with an in-person event focused on enhancing emotional intelligence (EQ) on June 23rd – 25th, 2023. 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.

Don’t wait to apply—the application will close on February 1, 2023.

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

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

Experience fee:

Selected participants will be expected to cover the costs of their travel to Indianapolis for the in-person event in June 2023.  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, 2023.

Made possible by AΣΤ donors!

AΣΤ Excel: 2023 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.

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Meet our participants

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In the summer of 2021, a small group of Alpha Sigma Tau collegians and alumnae gathered for a collaborative, multi-faceted leadership development opportunity focused on emotional intelligence.

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.