COMPASS + LeaderShape
Through our partnership with LeaderShape, we are excited to offer the LeaderShape Institute to our members. This COMPASS Experience is designed for emerging leaders and those that are interested in strengthening their leadership skills through values identification and vision setting!
The LeaderShape Institute is a 4-day intensive institute-style program where participants will develop a sense of community within large and small groups, make meaning of their personal values while connecting their actions to them, and strengthen their leadership style and understanding of how to work with others.
Delt is pleased to offer COMPASS + LeaderShape free of charge through the generosity of donors to the Delta Tau Delta Educational Foundation. This COMPASS Experience is ideal for emerging leaders, members in their first/second year of membership and/or those that are just starting their leadership journey within the chapter or in another student organization.
2026 COMPASS + LeaderShape
January 8-11, 2026 | Dallas, Texas | Camp Copass
Testimonials
“I thought the institute did a good job of working through personalized visions as well as allowing us to connect with our own core values”
– Undergraduate at Hillsdale College
“My “ah-ha” moment during the LeaderShape Institute, was when I analyzed my DiSC assessment and got to see how I lead and that is when I was able to start thinking about how I can start to improve myself as a leader”
– Undergraduate at the Florida Institute of Technology
“An especially meaningful or valuable moment form the Institute was the teamwork development, where I learned how to apply myself in a group environment”
– Undergraduate at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
“My “ah-ha” moment was when I had to write down my vision and how to achieve them. Figuring out my visions, writing them down and self-reflecting on how to make them a reality made me more engaged and made me focus a lot more than I already was.”
– Undergraduate at the University of Louisiana Lafayette
DOES THIS SOUND LIKE SOMETHING FOR YOU?
FAQ
What is COMPASS + LeaderShape?
LeaderShape is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization focused on teaching college students how to develop and apply leadership and interpersonal skills. The LeaderShape Institute is LeaderShape’s flagship program and engages participants in a transformative experience and inspires them to create a just, caring and thriving world.
What COMPASS + LeaderShape is NOT?
Although held in a rustic camp setting, the LeaderShape Institute is not a vacation, or a camp get away. It is an institute style type of program that builds upon itself, so participants can navigate their leadership experience and journey.
Who should be in attendance?
Undergraduates who consider themselves as emerging leaders and/or want to improve their leadership abilities. Think first and second year members and those that are just now entering a leadership position within their chapter or part of other student organizations. This program will provide you with the tools for you to develop your skills as you begin your leadership journey!
What is the cost?
Thanks to the generosity of donors to the Delta Tau Delta Educational Foundation, this COMPASS Experience will be offered at no cost to participants. However, depending on trip parameters, participants may incur some incidental costs like airline baggage fees.
How are participants selected?
Interested participants should apply through their myDelt Portal. You must log in and go to the “Events” tab and select the “2026 COMPASS + LeaderShape” button. Applicants are selected based on program capacity, interest and known or demonstrated leadership dedication as well as desire for personal growth.
What will I learn?
You will learn so much about yourself, your leadership abilities and how to utilize them! By attending this program, you will:
- Develop a sense of community and brotherhood with other members of Delta Tau Delta from across the country
- Make meaning of your personal values and connect your actions to them
- Strengthen your leadership style and understand how to work with other leadership styles
Questions?
Have more questions? Contact a member of the Delt team at Delts@delts.org