2023 Fraternity Leadership Institute

Expand your leadership skills and connect with Team Kappa at the Fraternity Leadership Institute.

July 20–23 | Columbus, Ohio

Let’s grow, connect and build the future of Kappa.

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Registration will be open from Thursday, April 20, until Monday, May 15.
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Meet our guest speakers

Angela Costley Harris

Angela Costley Harris

An accomplished organizational strategist, leader and public speaker, Angela brings creativity, excellence and good humor to the stage. As a certified executive coach and Gallup-trained strengths coach, Angela will help you advance your mission, ambitions and goals.

 

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Karli Sherman

Karli Sherman

As a consultant with Phired Up, Karli works with fraternities and sororities to transform their member experience and growth process. Thanks to her leadership expertise, Karli will help you work better, recruit better, communicate better, and create better human connections.

 

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Steve Krak

Steve Krak

At Denison University, Steve coaches students on design thinking and runs workshops out of of the Red Frame Lab. He'll teach you how to use your experience and expertise to tackle any people-centered problems and chase your aspirations.

 

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Nicki Joiner

Nicki Joiner

As the founder, managing director and lead strategist for the Parallel Agency, Nicki leverages her talents to deliver engaging and relevant workshops on topics related to equity, organizational culture and emotional intelligence.

 

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Explore the Agenda

Thursday, July 20

5:00–7:00 p.m. Registration
  Dinner on your own.

 

Friday, July 21

7:00–7:45 a.m. Breakfast
8:15–9:30 a.m.

Welcome and Keynote
9:45–11:45 a.m. Volunteer Breakouts
12:00–12:45 p.m. Lunch
1:15–2:15 p.m. General Session 1
2:30–3:30 p.m. General Session 2
4:00–6:15 p.m. Educational Sessions
6:45–7:45 p.m. Dinner
8:30–10:00 p.m. Kappa Gathering

 

Saturday, July 22

7:00–7:45 a.m. Breakfast
8:15–8:45 a.m. General Session 3
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. General Session 4
12:15–1:15 p.m. Lunch
1:30–5:15 p.m. Volunteer Breakouts
6:15–7:30 p.m. Dinner and Closing Message
8:45–10 p.m. Kappa Gathering

 

Sunday, July 23

7:00-10:00 a.m. Departures
Dependent on shuttles, which will be based on peak departure times.

Education & Resources

Key Takeaways

There's nothing quite like spending time connecting with Kappas in person! We're energized by the strength of Team Kappa and hope that you too feel the support that's here for you throughout your volunteer term and beyond.

Your network is here for you. Here's what you'll take away: New ideas you'll bring back to your team, tactics for overcoming challenges, and a deeper understanding of your role and the organization's strategic priorities.

 

Downloadable Resources
Fraternity Documents
Educational Sessions

Hallmarks of the Modern Student Experience

In order to meet the needs of current and future students, we must be willing to innovate and think outside the box.

How to Make a PB&J: Communication 101

As you make the classic sandwich, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how to better communicate and support others.

True Teams Through Connections and Collaboration

Build a true team by creating connections, collaborating, and allowing everyone’s voice to be heard and valued.

Connection Is Key to Retention

Make the choice to interact, build connections, and strengthen relationships so you can grow your network and our Fraternity.

Deconstructing DEI Trends in NPC Sororities

Our intuition only gets us so far. Learn to use storytelling and research-based content in a way that informs how we work with members.

Say What? Creating a Sense of Belonging and Embracing Generational Differences

Are you spending more time than ever navigating relationships between your volunteer team and collegians? Learn how to create a sense of belonging and foster connections.

FAQs

You’re going to connect with hundreds of Kappas, including:

  • Fraternity Council
  • District Directors
  • Content Directors
  • Content Specialists
  • Project Specialists
  • Standing and Special Committee Chairs
  • Leadership Selection Committee
  • Leadership Consultants
  • Staff partners and other Kappa Headquarters staff

Kappa will cover the majority of your costs.

Here’s what’s included:

  • Your double-occupancy hotel room.
  • Transportation to Columbus. (If you’re flying, your airfare will be booked during the registration process by Direct Travel, Kappa's travel partner. If you’re driving, you will submit mileage for reimbursement.)
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Friday and Saturday will be provided. We suggest packing snacks in case you need extra fuel throughout the event.

Please keep in mind: You’re responsible for the cost of meals while traveling to and from Columbus, including dinner upon arrival on Wednesday or Thursday as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner on Sunday.

You’ll be on your own for dinner upon arrival on Wednesday or Thursday and for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Sunday.

Here are some of our favorite Columbus restaurants:

Breakfast
  • Buckeye Donuts (University District)
  • Emmets Café (Old North Columbus)
  • Fox in the Snow (Italian Village & German Village)
  • HangOverEasy (University District)
  • Katalina’s Too (Clintonville)
  • Zen Cha (Short North Arts District)
Italian
  • Forno Kitchen + Bar (Short North Arts District)
  • Harvest Bar + Kitchen (Clintonville & Historic Dublin)
  • Marcella’s (Short North Arts District)
  • Paulie Gee’s (Short North Arts District)
  • Tommy’s Pizza (University District)
All-American
  • Buddy Dairy Food Hall (Italian Village)
  • North Star (Short North Arts District & Beechwold)
  • Rooster’s (Riverview)
  • Short North Pint House (Short North Arts District)
  • SOW Plated (Upper Arlington) 
  • The Pearl (Short North Arts District & Historic Dublin) 
Drinks/Small Bites
  • Seventh Son (Italian Village)
  • Getaway (Historic Dublin)
  • Understory (Old North Columbus)

After registering, you’ll receive an email detailing the specifics of your travel and when you need to arrive in Columbus.

Marriott Columbus OSU

3100 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43202

If you’re flying, plan to cover the cost of a taxi or rideshare service to get from the airport to the hotel on your arrival day. Connect with Kappas in the Whova event app for carpooling opportunities. When you depart on Sunday, shuttles will be available during peak departure times in the morning.

Yes. If you know someone attending and want to stay with them, you may both make the mutual request to share a room during registration.

A limited number of single rooms may be available after registration closes. Single-room requests will be filled based on your registration date. Attendees requesting single rooms will be charged the single room fee of $103 per night. If single rooms are available, attendees will be contacted by the Alumnae Experience Department in June.

  • A bag to carry your items from session to session.
  • Something for taking notes.
  • Water bottle.
  • Your favorite snacks for fuel throughout the day. Note: Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided Friday and Saturday. Snacks and Sunday breakfast will not be provided.

Dress comfortably and casually. If you need suggestions, consider:

Thursday: Throw on your favorite letters.

Friday: Rep your team and show your school spirit.

Saturday: Show off your blue and blue.

Conference rooms can be chilly. We recommend packing a sweater or light jacket.

 

Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test results are not required to attend this event. All attendees are asked to monitor their health and not attend this event if feeling unwell. Masking is optional. If an attendee falls ill during the event they should immediately isolate and email AlumnaeExperience@kappa.org. A rapid COVID test will be provided by Kappa.

Mileage reimbursements should be submitted with receipts via Concur by Aug. 3, 2023.

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