Emotional Intelligence: The Challenge of Developing Future Leaders in a Hybrid World

Program Type: General Interest Session

Professional Competencies: Leadership, Student Learning and Development

Target Groups: Mid-level Student Affairs Professionals, Senior-Level Student Affairs Professional

Institution Types: Mid-Size Colleges & Universities, Small Colleges & Universities

Certification Domains: Student Learning, Development, and Success, Leadership

Abstract

The session will explore how a small STEM university addressed the following challenges 1) lack of student engagement in leadership roles 2) inconsistent student leadership training, and 3) lack of opportunities to develop emotionally intelligent career readiness skills. The university developed a cohesive student affairs leadership program called ULEAD. Presenters will explain how the program was created by simplifying the student application process, increasing student engagement, and developing emotional intelligence in student leaders. Attendees will learn how to create a similar unified leadership program and the importance of focusing on an emotionally intelligent leadership curriculum to develop career-ready students.

Presenters

• Allison Pirpich
  Florida Polytechnic University
• Melissa Thornley
  Leadership Consultant, Florida Polytechnic University