By engaging in meaningful conversations and fostering a spirit of collaborative siblinghood, Meeting in the Middle creates opportunities for UTK sorority and fraternity members to develop group dynamics that promote an inclusive culture rooted in care and respect.
Goals
Are you interested in developing relationships and partnerships with members from all four councils? If so, participating in Meeting in the Middle is the perfect opportunity for you! Selected members of all four councils will meet five times during the semester to learn about each of the four councils and how to best create relationships that support one another. Applications for participating in Meeting in the Middle will open on August 17 and will close September 7. Selected applicants will be contacted for a brief 15 minute interview the week of September 8-12. Members selected to participate in Meeting in the Middle are required to be present for all five sessions. For questions or more information, please contact Jennifer Pierce Thomas.
Fall 2025 Dates
- September 18: 5:30-6:30pm, Strong 103
- October 2: 5:30-6:30pm, Strong 103
- October 16: 5:30-6:30pm, Strong 103
- October 30: 5:30-6:30pm, Strong 103
- November 6: 5:30-6:30pm, Strong 103
Participants who are accepted and participate in all 5 sessions will receive credit towards the Immersive Leadership & Service section in SOFE for their chapter.
Learning Outcomes
- Participants will examine how their values, lived experiences, and social identities influence their leadership style and group interactions.
- Participants will identify strategies to create a sense of belonging and respect in peer-based organizations.
- Participants will apply ethical leadership principles to address a challenge in their chapter or campus community.
Meeting in the Middle Fall 2025
Application to participate in Meeting in the Middle for Fall 2025