Collegiate Leadership Team

Take your leadership to the next level!

Are you a dynamic, undergraduate sister who has demonstrated a personal interest in leadership? Do you aspire to further develop your leadership skills and involvement with Sigma Delta Tau on a National level? If so, we want YOU to apply to join our Collegiate Leadership Team!  

The purpose of the Collegiate Leadership Team is to bring together involved, excited and experienced collegiate women to collaborate with peers and volunteers and contribute to SDT on a larger level by providing valuable feedback on organization initiatives and completing year-long projects that support the national organization. Additionally, this year’s program will include an “in-person” experience for our CLT members to connect in person and create bonds beyond the computer screen.

Who is eligible to apply for CLT? 

All applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be entering their senior (or final) year of university as of the fall 2024 semester.
  • Must be in good academic, financial & membership standing within their local chapter during application process and throughout program timelines
  • Must have leadership experience on General Board, Committee or Executive Board within SDT, Panhellenic or another recognized campus organization
  • Must be able to provide the name of a Chapter Advisor and/or National Volunteer to provide a statement of support. 
  • Must be able to commit to one Zoom session per month and an “in-person” experience weekend during October (Dates to be confirmed)

Additionally, applicants should have a high level of maturity & professionalism and ready to take their leadership skills to the next level. 

Why should you apply for CLT?: 

  • Opportunity to meet sisters from across the country and form a relationship via in person experience (deepen sorority sister relationships beyond chapter)
  • Ability to contribute to the National Organization via feedback/projects
  • Gain knowledge on “what’s next” after graduation and how they can stay involved local with their chapter and National Organization
  • Build meaningful/transferable skills and experiences that can be used in collegiate and professional life such via
    • Opportunities to collaborate with people from different backgrounds and experiences (i.e. different chapters, university types, regions)
    • Learning how to properly manage time between multiple deliverables (school, CLT, chapter, etc.)
    • Experience of working on a long-term project via semester long project and overcoming highs and lows of a long-term commitment
    • Ways to provide critical feedback in an effective manner

What is the time commitment for CLT? 

This year’s CLT program will kick off in April and run until the end of April of the following year. During this time, members must commit to the following: 

  • One virtual meeting per month during the program duration.  Meetings will be scheduled via zoom on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. ET. 
  • An “in-person” weekend at Sigma Delta Tau’s National Office in Carmel, Indiana that will take place during the month of October. 

How do collegiate members apply/get selected?

An application goes live in February each year. The application is currently closed for the 2024-2025 team.

Is CLT free for collegians?

Yes – there is no fee to apply or join the Collegiate Leadership Team.  Additionally, all travel expenses will be covered by the National Organization for the in-person weekend in Carmel, Indiana. 

Can volunteers nominate a collegiate member to apply for CLT? Yes! We highly encourage volunteers to nominate collegiate members they think would be a great fit for CLT.  The nomination form is now closed for the 2024-2025 team.