The True PIKE Experience

The Fraternity’s membership development program unlocks individual potential by combining online learning and in-person engagement to prepare members for lifelong success.

College provides education, PIKE provides an experience. Welcome to the True PIKE Experience.”

members at PIKE University

Development does not stop after initiation.

Since its inception in 2003, PIKE University serves as the combined banner for all the Fraternity’s educational and leadership programs and maintains itself as the premiere leadership development program in the fraternity world. PIKE University events are professionally facilitated events that occur through eight regional Leadership Summits, a Chapter Executives Conference, and The Academy/International Convention. Building on the success of PIKE University, Pi Kappa Alpha now provides the True PIKE Experience, our chapter-based, four-year membership development program.

What is the True PIKE Experience?

The True PIKE Experience program is a comprehensive approach to shaping the next generation of leaders. Focused on individual development and guided by core values, this program offers dynamic in-person events and cutting-edge online education. The TPE operationalizes the commitments of the True Pike that members make to themselves, their brothers, their Fraternity, and their community to cultivate essential skills for success in life. Together, we’re empowering courageous leaders and cultivating a community where personal excellence thrives.

Online Education

The True PIKE Experience now offers an enriched online curriculum accessible through PLAID. This platform provides Pi Kappa Alpha members with a diverse array of self-paced online modules designed to be integrated into their college journey. These courses serve not only to enhance knowledge and skill development but also offer the opportunity for members to earn badges and certifications upon completion, showcasing their proficiency in various subjects. Explore the True PIKE Experience Roadmap below to discover the wide range of courses available for personal and professional growth.

Curriculum

Life Skills

  • Tenets of Academic Success
  • Time Management Essentials
  • Assessing your Strengths, Interests, and Values
  • Good Habits, Bad Habits
  • Dealing with Stress, Pressure, and Burnout
  • How to Overcome your Fear of Failure
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Developing and Maintaining a Professional Network

Leadership Development

  • Becoming the Boss: A guide for New Leaders
  • 5 Leadership Styles to Influence a Team
  • Motivating your Team
  • Leading through Difficult Times
  • How Great Leaders Solve Problems
  • Change Management Fundamentals
  • The Secrets of Skilled Delegation
  • A Guide to Mentoring Others

Professional Development

  • Proper Dress and Attire
  • Overcoming Procrastination
  • Supercharging your Career
  • Guide to Negotiation & Persuasion
  • How to Land your Dream Job
  • The Art of Managing Up
  • Secrets to Career Success
  • The Complete Guide for New Professionals

Communication Skills

  • Communication Fundamentals
  • Why Communication Matters
  • Understanding Different Communication Styles
  • Master The Art of Verbal Communication
  • The Science of Effective Listening
  • What Debate Teaches Us About Listening
  • Write Like a Boss
  • Communicating to Teammates

Management Skills

  • Chapter Structure and Operations
  • How to Have Difficult Conversations
  • Resolving Conflict
  • Step-By-Step Guide to Problem Solving
  • Receiving and Seeking Feedback
  • Giving Effective Feedback
  • Creating An Enviable Team Culture
  • Performance Management

Recruitment Skills

  • Introductions to Recruitment Skills
  • The Art of Making Friends
  • Making Frequent Contact
  • Unique Selling Points
  • Combatting No Factors
  • Chapter Wide Recruitment
  • The Interview Process
  • Develop and Refine Your Winning Program

Purpose & Ritual (coming soon)

  • Pi Kappa Alpha’s Founding and History
  • Ceremonies Overview
  • Living Ritual in You Chapter
  • Public Ceremonies
  • Taking Care of Ritual
  • Initiation In-Action
  • Living Ritual Continues…
  • Passing Down the Legacy

Financial Literacy (coming soon)

  • Student Loans Do’s and Don’ts
  • Budgeting Basics
  • Setting Up Your Savings
  • Managing Credit and Debt
  • Investing Basics
  • Long-Term Financial Planning
  • Maximizing Income & Benefits
  • Real-World Financial Challenges