Announcements

  • Welcome to our New Members!

    Omega Eta's Induction Ceremony was amazing and so meaningful.  Welcome to our 15 new members - we are so very excited to support you on your nursing career journey and leadership development.

    Pictures will posted soon.

    Have an enjoyable holiday season.  

    Watch for an email soon about an upcoming orientation to our Chapter and everything Sigma.

    Welcome!!

  • Discussion Group January 27, 2025

    Discussion Group 2025 Begins soon!

     

    Whether choosing to reflect independently, or engaging in our group discussions, you are welcomed! Content suggestions for books and other mediums (podcasts, webinars, documentaries etc.) are encouraged!


    January 27th, Monday at 7:00 pm CT

    Google Meet Video call link: https://meet.google.com/yio-jqcg-ryh 

     

    Conspirituality: How New Age Conspiracy Theories Became a Health Threat

    By:  D.Beres, M. Remski, & J. Walker

    “Conspirituality takes a deep dive into the troubling phenomenon of influencers who have curdled New Age spirituality and wellness with the politics of paranoia—peddling vaccine misinformation, tales of child trafficking, and wild conspiracy theories.”

    https://www.amazon.com/Conspirituality-Conspiracy-Theories-Became-Health/dp/1541702980

  • An Update from Kylie Ackerman and the TKAL Scholarship and Awards Committee

    2022-2023 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS - Central ...

    Applications and Nominations Now Open and Due 2/14/25. The following opportunities for awards and scholarships are available: Recognition Awards, Student Scholarships, Lifelong Learning Scholarships

    Recognition Awards annually recognize outstanding contributions to nursing and excellence in one or more of the following categories:

    · Research

    · Education

    · Nursing Practice

    · Leadership

    · Mentorship

    · Student Performance

    Nominate a deserving colleague or student, or self-nominate, describing how the nominee contributes to the nursing profession. Please email the completed Recognition Award Nominating Form to kackerman@excelsior.edu by February 14th to be recognized at the Tau Kappa-at-Large annual induction ceremony.

    Student Scholarships for Excelsior University, Siena College, and Empire State University nursing students are now available. Faculty may nominate students or students may self-apply. Please email the Student Scholarship application to kackerman@excelsior.edu by February 14th for a spring award.

    Lifelong Learning Scholarships are now available for Tau Kappa at-large members. Please email the Lifelong Learning Scholarship application to kackerman@excelsior.edu by February 14th for a spring award.

  • Holiday Celebration

    Tau Beta Chapter celebrated our season of successes by touring the distinctive holiday exhibitions at the Historic Odessa Foundation.  The evening began viewing the colorful paintings of Lee Kolbach (1928-2023) a Delaware artist.  Then on to the Corbit-Sharp House (c 1774) for the Holiday Exhibit: Peter and Wendy with decorations adapted from the novel published in 1911. In the Watson-Warner House (c 1769) Storybook Trees celebrated classic children’s literature with trees decorated by local school children and community groups.  The evening ended with dinner at the historic Cantwell’s Tavern (c 1822).

  • Festival of Trees

    Tau Beta Chapter participated in the 2024 Bayhealth's Annual Festival of Trees to support Bayhealth Foundation Employee Assistance Fund.  This year's tree is a Heritage Tree featuring decorations donated and made by members representing their heritage.  Our membership heralds from 16 different countries and regions worldwide.

  • Sharon Twentier

    Just a few days ago, I asked Sharon Twentier to share a bit about her involvement with the many organizations she supports in her community. 

    This is quite an inspiration!!!

    In Sharon Twentier’s words.

    “I belong to the GFWC of Clarksburg as President.  We support many groups in our community on a regular basis. Women’s Clubs are responsible for funding over 80% of the Libraries in the United States.  We are an international organization. We recently completed work on a new library ramp for the Nutter Fort Library, by raising funds to have it repaired. We work to support young people in our area with educational opportunities such as Hugh Obrien Camp and Leadership for High School Seniors.  We work with HOPE by providing purses filled with personal and hygiene items, and child needs. Sober Care gets personal and cleaning items. United Way receives clothing, personal care items, and items for creating a home. In October we provided 25 hats and gloves and other items to Genesis in our community and have done this for many years. Grandfamilies are a new project and besides personal care items we are working with them to determine future needs. Besides are usual events we are open to assisting with new needs. We are always working to make our community better.”

    Her most recent activity, of which I am aware was acknowledged with Sharon’s assistance.

    Sharon Twentier, our chapter’s secretary, also belongs to the Progressive Woman’s Association (PWA) of Clarksburg and volunteers as their secretary. This year, this group was in charge of organizing and producing the area’s Winter Fest and Christmas Parade.  In February, the PWA group will also host the black women of distinction recognition.  Sharon’s spirit of civic duty is amazing, and we all benefit from her desire to serve her community.   I have included a few pictures of the before the Christmas parade activities as booths at Jackson’s Square set up and the parade participants line up.

  • Omicron Gamma-Newsletter

    Please check your email for our first Omicron Gamma Chapter newsletter. Enjoy!

  • Panera Fundraiser 12/13

    Hi all! This Friday we will be hosting a fundraiser at Panera on Niagara Falls Blvd! Stop by between 4-8 pm to support Sigma! Show this flyer at check-out, or use code FUND4U for mobile order. Be sure to share with family and friends! Thank you for your support!

  • Holiday Potluck Photos

    Check out some photos from our Holiday Potluck yesterday! Happy Holidays!

  • Adopt a Family

    Season's Greetings from your local Tau Upsilon Chapter

    We hope this email finds you in good health and high spirits. As the festive season approaches, it's a time for giving, sharing, and spreading joy. This year, we have a wonderful opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of a local family who could use a little extra cheer. In collaboration with SOAHAC and the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Windsor, we are sponsoring a family that would benefit from our support! Attached is the information about the family and their wish list!

    ~We understand that everyone has different capacities to give, especially during these times, so please know that your support, in any form, is valuable and appreciated.~

    If interested in purchasing an item for the family, please click here for their Wish List:  SOAHAC Family Christmas List.xlsx

    We ask that if you do purchase an item, please update this live document so that we don't have duplicate gifts.

    If you prefer to offer financial support, please know that any monetary donation, regardless of the amount, will be deeply appreciated. Donations can be made to Sara Williams via e-transfer (Direct Deposit) at williamssara91@gmail.com

    The last day to contribute is December 16, 2024. If you are purchasing a gift for the family, or prefer to give cash, you can either drop it off at the Nursing office (3rd floor of the Toldo building), or you can connect with Sara and give it to her directly.

    Let's come together to show this family the true spirit of our community this Christmas. Thank you for considering this request and for your continued kindness and generosity.

     

    Wishing you a joyful holiday season,

    Natalie Sykora

  • No Chapter in December

    Happy Holidays from the Eta Chi Chapter

    We are not having a meeting in December. Our next meeting will be on January 16, 2025, at 2 pm.

    Warm regards,

    Rose Fromer

    Eta Chi Chapter Secretary

  • New Member Orientation

  • DEC 19: Foster Care Sibling Shopping Event

    Click here to apply as a volunteer for this heartwarming event led by our very own Iota Iota President Christine Platt. 

    "Each year, members of our foster care community come together to host an event for children in foster families. The children, not parents, each get to "shop" for free, choosing presents for two siblings from among donated gifts.

    This year, it will be held on Thursday, December 19th, in Orem.
    We need volunteers who will help the children select and wrap the gifts, as well as with setup and cleanup. Let us know your availability to help! Volunteers must be age 16 or older."
  • DEC 10: Upcoming House of Hope Service Project Collab with BYU Nurses Empowering Women Club

    "Tomorrow we will be having our last event of the semester and handing out our merch. We will be crafting cards and putting together gift baskets with hygiene products for House of Hope. House of Hope is a nonprofit organization providing treatment for women and mothers with substance use disorders. Hot chocolate and cookies will be provided to enjoy. We will also be handing out the book "The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World" by Melinda Gates on a first come first serve basis to prepare for our book club activity in January."

    Help support the women in our community and connect with our Sigma Iota Iota and Nurses Empowering Women Members! This will be on the BYU Campus in the Spencer W. Kimball Building. 

  • Thank You to Everyone Who Participated!

    Thank you to everyone who participated in the Service to the World Holiday Activity and for our members who donated to and participated in the UVU SNA's Christmas Toy Drive! Stay tuned for upcoming ways to give back to our community! 
  • Sigma Mu Chapter Induction Ceremony

    The accelerated nursing program (CEIN) induction ceremony took place on November 10, 2024. Please congratulate our new inductees! 

  • A GREAT DAY of VOLUNTEERING!

    A heartfelt thank you to all the wonderful Nu Phi members (and their amazing spouses!) who came together to volunteer and help create food boxes for our community! It was such a joyful experience, filled with laughter, teamwork, and even a little dancing to the festive sounds of Christmas music! 🎄✨

    We would absolutely love for our Nu Phi members to join us again in the Spring! The exact date will be shared in the coming months, and we can’t wait to see you there!

    Wishing you all a warm and joyous holiday season, filled with love and happiness!

    With gratitude,
    Dr. Amy Black

  • Holiday Pot Luck 2024

    Hi everyone! Join us for our Holiday Pot Luck tomorrow, December 9 from 11:30-2! See the flyer attached!  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xpje39v0FHD6lgo6UivRqHuAx1RWSMgD/view?usp=drive_link

    If you are able to bring a snack or beverage, please sign up below!

    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XE9daO7QV3W7-zu5e5ClUy-_AKm1TkgS7STtO3HGKKM/edit?usp=sharing

    We look forward to seeing everyone there!

  • Loretta Ford Scholarship

    Sigma Theta Tau International: Omega Gamma Dr. Loretta Ford Academic NP Scholarship Award Application

    Vision of STTI: Connected, empowered nurse leaders transforming global healthcare

    Mission of STTI: Developing nurse leaders anywhere to improve healthcare everywhere

    Timeline:

    ·        Applications Commence:          December 6th, 2024

    ·        Deadline for applications:         December 20th , 2024

    ·        Scholarship Decision by:          December 27th, 2024

    Purpose: The purpose of the Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) Dr. Loretta Ford Omega Gamma Scholarship Fund is to provide eight annual 2500-dollar scholarships from our membership dues to Capella University Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Practitioner (MSN-NP) students who are members of the Omega Gamma Chapter, to help pay the cost of MSN-NP tuition and fees.  

    The recipients of the 2500-dollar award will be notified by the Omega Gamma Executive Board and the funds will be sent to the Capella University Bursar’s office to cover 2500 dollars toward the recipient’s tuition and fees in the MSN-NP program. 

    Eligibility Criteria:

    The Omega Gamma Chapter Dr. Loretta Ford 2500-dollar scholarship applicant pool includes students who are enrolled in the MSN-NP program at Capella University, have paid their Omega Gamma membership dues in full, and have been inducted into the Omega Gamma Chapter of STTI Honor Society.

    Please complete all parts of the application. All information included in the application will be treated as confidential. Failure to complete the application will remove the candidate from consideration. 

    Scholarship Information:

    Information publicizing the scholarship will be emailed December 6, 2024. Eligible member submissions will be accepted beginning December 6, 2024. Application deadline date is December 20th, 2024, at 11:59pm. Winners will be notified via email after December 27th, 2024.

    Application Process:

    ·        Submit an essay describing how the Scholarship Award assists in meeting a professional/educational goal

    ·        Submit a CV, resume, or Biographical Sketch of no more than three pages that highlights personal achievements related to nursing, current contributions to the profession of nursing and career goals.  

    ·        Submit a Letter of recent professional or academic recommendation.

    ·        Proof of an active RN license (scanned copy of license, screenshot from State Board of Nursing, or from NSCBN Nursys.com)

    ·        Send completed application and attachments to: michele.distler@capella.edu

    SELECTION CRITERIA

    The Selection Committee will base the selection of the scholarship recipients on the following:

    Application: 30 Points

    §  Completed CV, resume, or Biosketch

    §  Proof of an active RN license (scanned copy of license, screenshot from State Board of Nursing, or from NSCBN Nursys.com)

    Essay: 40 Points

    §  Personal achievements related to nursing

    §  Current contributions to the profession of nursing

    §  Career goals

     

    Letter of Recommendation: 30 Points

    §  Letter of professional or academic recommendation

  • Save the Date!

    2025 LHSON and Sigma Eta Gamma Chapter Research and Scholarship Showcare

    May 15th, 9 am, at LHSON! More info to come! 

  • Epsilon Theta Scholarship and Grant Applications Available!

    Epsilon Theta Awards, Scholarships, and Grants
    We are excited to announce the launch of our Awards, Scholarships, and Grants application for 2025. 

    Epsilon Theta Research Grant & Scholarship

    Sigma Undergraduate Research Travel Grant

    Research Student Scholarship

     
    We hope these new grants help you all to reach your academic goals with the support of Sigma.

    Deadline: All applications are due March 7, 2025
  • Feeding South Florida Holiday Fundrive 2024

    Sigma's Pi Alpha chapter at Florida International University has partnered with Feeding South Florida to raise funds for their cause prior to the holidays. Please consider donating for this cause to benefit the community. Every $1 = 4 meals!

    Donate here!

  • Congratulations to Dr. Stephanie Conder will be the 2025 President of Epsilon Sigma At-Large Chapter

    Congratulations to Dr. Stephanie Conder will be the 2025 President of Epsilon Sigma At-Large Chapter from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027.

    Dr. Jami England will be a chapter vice president of the LMU from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027.

    Pi-Ming Yeh will be a chapter graduate counselor of the ETSU from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027.

    Lincoln Memorial University will take the turn to be in charge of the Epsilon Sigma At-Large Chapter from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027.

    Because Dr. Stephanie Conder is the Treasurer now, please select your colleague to be a Treasurer after you are a President of the Epsilon Sigma At-Large Chapter.  

    Dr. Stephanie Conder will host the chapter board meeting starting in the Spring, of January 2025.

    November 2025 Sigma Convention Delegates are Dr. Stephanie Conder and Dr. Jami England.

    Spring 2025 Research Day is on April 24, 2025 at

    Walters State Community College

    500 South Davy Crockett Parkway

    Morristown TN 37813

    Phone: 423-318-2723 / Fax: 423-585-2628

    Dr. Conder, please feel free to let me know if you have any questions. I am glad to help!

    Best wishes,

    Pi-Ming

    12/5/2024

  • Constance Hall Scholarship

    STTI OG Email Constance Hall scholarship Application December 2024

    To All: 

    Vision of STTI: Connected, empowered nurse leaders transforming global healthcare

    Mission of STTI: Developing nurse leaders anywhere to improve healthcare everywhere

    Timeline:

    · Applications Commence: December 5th, 2024

    · Deadline for applications: December 20th, 2024

    · Scholarship Decision by: December 27th, 2024

    Purpose: The purpose of Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) Omega Gamma Scholarship Fund is to provide an annual scholarship from our membership dues to help an active member from the Omega Gamma Chapter to fund educational or professional goals. This is a $1000.00 Academic Scholarship Award.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    The Omega Gamma Chapter community includes students who are attending or have graduated from Capella University, have paid membership dues in full, and have been inducted into STTI Honor Society. Scholarships are awarded to students to help pay the cost of nursing conference attendance and/or presentations, continuing education, or to support degree progression in earning an undergraduate or graduate nursing degree.

    Application deadline date is December 20th, 2024. The award recipient will be notified via email after December 27th, 2024.

    All information included in the application will be treated as confidential.

    Application Process:

    ·        Members must write a brief essay, describing how the Scholarship Award assists in meeting a professional career or educational goal (no more than one page)

    ·        Submit a resume (no more than 3 pages) that describes personal achievements related to nursing, current contributions to the profession of nursing, and career or educational goals.

    ·        Proof of an active RN license (scanned copy of license, screenshot from State Board of Nursing, or from NSCBN Nursys.com)

    ·        Send completed application and attachments to Omega Gamma Secretary Michele Distler at Michele.Distler@capella.edu

    ·        If possible send all attachments for the application in one file to Michele Distler.  Please pay attention to the spelling of her last name in the email.  Thank you. 


    Dr. Lisa Merritt
    President of Omega Gamma Chapter
    Sigma Theta Tau

  • In Person New Member Chapter Induction

    You are invited to Gamma Gamma chapter upcoming induction.

    It will be held this Friday at 5pm in the Adams Humanities Bldg. Rm 2108 on the campus of SDSU.
    All are welcome. This is our first in-person induction since 2019.
    Posted on behalf of Barbara Perry
    Sigma Theta Tau - Gamma Gamma
    San Diego Chapter President
  • Omega December Induction link

    Omega members - Please join us for our induction watch party as we welcome and honor our newest members!  

    Thursday, Dec. 5th

    6pm EST

  • POLAR PLUNGE in January 2025

  • Chapter Omega Eta Induction 12/4/24 5 p.m.

    You are cordially invited to attend Omega Eta's 2024 Induction Ceremony.  We will welcome 15 new members!

    Brooks Science Center Auditorium

    Wilson College in Chambersburg PA

    5 p.m.

  • Reminder: Service to the World Holiday Activity TONIGHT!

    🎄Join Us for a Holiday Giving Activity!🎁
    The Sigma Theta Tau Iota Iota Chapter invites all members (and their families/friends) to join us on Wednesay, December 4th, from 7:00–9:00 PM at the BYU Wilkinson Center Terrace for a meaningful evening of service.
    Together, we’ll be creating sleeping mats, quilts, and other essential items to support our brothers and sisters in need. These handmade gifts will benefit homeless and low-income families, as well as refugees in nearby communities and around the world.
    As Elder Patrick Kearon reminds us,
    “This moment does not define them, but our response will help define us.”
    Let’s come together to make a difference this holiday season. Your hands and hearts will help bring warmth and hope to those who need it most.
  • Iota Epsilon Chapter Event Thursday December 5th

    Hi Everyone,

    The Iota Epsilon Chapter’s Induction on November 14, 2024, was a lovely event as 29 new members joined our chapter.  Thank you for supporting this chapter event and our new members.

    The second chapter event will occur tomorrow, Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the Towson University North Eastern Campus (TUNE) at 510 Thomas Run Road Bel Air Maryland, 21015 from 5pm-7pm in the lower-level cafe. 

    The event at TUNE is a SIGMA community outreach event to celebrate leadership, research, and nursing excellence. It will be similar to the induction, with research poster presentations, light refreshments, and music by Saxl Rose on the saxophone and Adam Lily on the drums.  

    Degree Completion partners, faculty, and students have been invited to this event to celebrate nursing excellence and the amazing achievements of our students, faculty, and partners.  Your friends and family are welcome to attend this event.

    Thank you for all you do for our members and our profession.  

    Please let me know if you have any questions.  Thank you for your time and support.

    Take care,

    Sarah

    Sarah R. Caro PhD, CNE, RN

    SIGMA Iota Epsilon Chapter President

    Department of Nursing

    Towson University

    Towson, MD 21252

    410-704-4354

    scaro@towson.edu

  • Sigma December Induction

    Reminder to all, our induction watch party will be this Thursday evening at 6:00pm EST.  Join us as we welcome our newest Omega members!

  • Fall 2024 Newsletter

    Hi everyone! Check out our most recent newsletter featuring our induction ceremony, upcoming events, and ways to get involved! 

  • Call for Research and Evidence-Based Practice Scholarship Proposals Spring 2025

    Sigma Iota Xi Chapter-at-Large
    Call for Research and Evidence-Based Practice
    Scholarship Proposals
    Spring 2025
    Sigma Iota Xi Chapter-at-Large invites members to submit research and evidence-based proposals addressing clinical practice, nursing education, or nursing administration. Two awards will be granted, one for research ($1,000) and one for EBP project ($500.00). Recipients of the awards will be asked to provide the chapter with a semi-annual report on the progress of the work and must present the result of this work to the Sigma Iota Xi at-Large Chapter research day.
    Click here for Submission Guidelines.
  • "Empowering Journeys! Why We Chose the Novice Nurse Leader Program!"

    Dear Beta Zeta at-Large Chapter Members,
    I hope this message finds you well.
    I am writing to extend our heartfelt thanks to Novice Nurse Leader Anna Duquette for her inspiring kickoff of our series titled "Empowering Journeys! Why We Chose the Novice Nurse Leader Program!". Anna's dedication and passion have set a wonderful tone for this series, and we are grateful for her contributions.
    If you know of a novice nurse leader or if you are a novice nurse leader yourself, we would love to hear your story. Please share your "why" with us by reaching out to Yolanda Marrow at ymarrow51@gmail.com or Alison Choate at ali.choate28@gmail.com.
    Thank you for your continued support and participation.
    Warm regards,
    Yolanda Marrow, DNP, RN
    Publicity Chair
    Beta Zeta at-Large Chapter
  • Board Meeting Monday Dec 2, 2024 4 p.m. @ the NRC and Virtual - ALL members welcome!

    Hello to All Omega Eta Members,

    We have a Board meeting tomorrow to finalize plans for our Induction.  We will be inducting 15 new members!

    Please join us for the Board  meeting tomorrow if possible - I will send out a Zoom link tomorrow afternoon.

    Agenda

    Call To Order

    Officer Reports

    Induction - final Planning for Wed Dec 4 5 p.m.

    Future Events

  • WEBINAR December 4th: I'm a Sigma Member, Now What?

    You’re Invited! 🌟 Discover the Power of Sigma Nursing & Omega Omicron Chapter Membership

    Are you ready to elevate your nursing journey and connect with a community of passionate, forward-thinking professionals? Join us for an exciting webinar where we’ll explore the incredible benefits of being a Sigma Nursing member and what makes the Omega Omicron Chapter an extraordinary resource for your personal and professional growth!

    Date: Wednesday, December 4th

    Time: 7pm CST

    Join via Microsoft Teams here.

  • Održan 6. Međunarodni kongres HNSS u suorganizaciji AAG ogranka


    6. Međunarodni kongres Hrvatskog nacionalnog saveza sestrinstva (HNSS) održan je od 14. - 16.11.2024. u Vodicama, u suorganizaciji ogranka Alpha Alpha Gamma - Sigma Theta Tau International.

    Okupljene je tom prilikom pozdravio predsjednik ogranka Boris Ilić, zahvalio HNSS na pozivu i na dugogodišnjoj uspješnoj suradnji te zaželio sudionicima uspješan rad na skupu.

    Čestitamo i svim sudionicima našeg ogranka na iznimnim zapaženim predavanjima, diskusijama u okviru okruglih stolova te aktivnom sudjelovanju: Biljana Filipović, Saša Balija, Sandro Vidmanić, Sandra Karabatić, Katarina Husarek, Valentino Loborec, Vesna Konjevoda, Damir Važanić, Kristian Civka i drugi... 

    Posebno se zahvaljujemo Sigma European Region koordinatorici, dr. Marie-Louise Luiking koja nam se ove godine pridružila kao pozvani predavač, kao i Adrianu Friganoviću i ostatku tima na odličnoj organizaciji.
  • Save The Date! Regional Conference Opportunity

  • You're Invited! December Induction Ceremony

    December Induction Graphic
  • Happy Thanksgiving!

    The Pi Gamma At-Large Chapter of Sigma Leadership would like to extend a very Happy Thanksgiving to all members of the Pi Gamma At-Large Chapter. We are grateful for your support of our Chapter and Sigma and for all you do for the profession of nursing. May you enjoy a wonderful holiday with your family and friends!

  • Book 2

    Gamma Nu will offer the next Virtual Book Club on February 12, 2025 (Wednesday) at 7 pm. 

    Courageous Well-Being for Nurses--Strategies for Renewal by Donna A. Gaffney and Nicole C. Foster. (2023), Johns Hopkins University Press. It is available on Amazon in paperback and kindle and has 5 stars in the review. Donna is a former Seton Hall University professor now living in CA. CA. This book is a timely response to the trauma inflicted on nurses by the pandemic. It presents nurses with research-based strategies which are protective in ordinary, as well as extraordinary times. It belongs in every nurse's library.

  • Chapter presentation December 18th: Nursing Informatics

    Please join the Psi Upsilon chapter for this informative presentation about the exciting and growing specialty of Nursing Informatics.  Our speakers will be Beverly Ballard, MSN, RN; Beth Gordy, DNP, RN: Tami Peters MSN, RN-BC; JoEllen Workman DBA, MSN/MHSA, RN. 

    The program will be held in the chapter Zoom on December 18th at 5 pm MST. 

    Both members and non-members are welcome to attend. 

  • Nurses on Boards

    Our very own leader, Dr. Susan Opas has been appointed Member-at-Large to the Dean's Advisory Board at the University of Cincinnati, College of Nursing. Congratulations! We are very proud of you and your continued contribution to education and nursing!

  • Alpha Nu Research Scholarship Application is now Open!

    The Alpha Nu Chapter of Sigma is pleased to offer a Research Scholarship to support the research endeavors of its members.  Annually, Alpha Nu will award a Research Scholarship of up to $3,000. Depending on the number of applications received, the budgets of the applications received, and the merit of the applications received, this Research Scholarship may be divided up among more than one applicant. 

    Applicants must be current members of the Alpha Nu Chapter of Sigma. 

      • If you are a member of Sigma, but not a member of the Alpha Nu Chapter you can add the Alpha Nu Chapter.
      • If your Alpha Nu Chapter membership needs to be re-activated, visit, alphanu.sigmanursing.org.  
      • If you are not a member of Sigma and would like to become one, you can apply as a Nurse Leader. Contact Jim Mendez at James.mendez@villanova.edu for further information.  

    Please email bingbing.qi@villanova.edu for the application. Completed applications are due by February 15, 2025 to the Chair of the Alpha Nu Awards Committee, Bing Bing Qi at bingbing.qi@villanova.edu.  

    Any questions can be directed to bingbing.qi@villanova.edu.

     

    Thank you and we look forward to your application. 

     

     

  • Alpha Nu Awards Application is Open!

    The Alpha Nu Award Nominations are open! Please click the link below to nominate a friend/colleague/student for one of our 6 Alpha Nu Awards.  Winners will be announced at our Alpha Nu Induction on April 30, 2025.  The award descriptions are within the nomination link below and attached to this email. Nominators and nominees for the Excellence awards do not have to be members of Sigma or be Villanova faculty or students.  

    Click below to submit a nomination.

    Nominations are due by February 1, 2025. 

    Any questions regarding the nomination process can be forwarded to Bing Bing Qi at bingbing.qi@villanova.edu

  • Membership Application 2024

    Hello everyone, 

    Below is the information for the 2024 membership application! 

    https://lambdagamma.sigmanursing.org/events/eventdescription?CalendarEventKey=8ef07cc0-5a8e-4a8a-a5e3-01936506bcb8&CommunityKey=f99fa8fb-6c56-443c-8438-bef91f4471bb&Home=%2fevents%2fcalendar

    Thank you all, and we look forward to receiving everyone's applications! 

    Lauren Constantine BSN, RN

    Publicity Chair and Webmaster 

  • HOLIDAY FOOD DONATION DRIVE EXTENDED

    HOLIDAY FOOD DONATION DRIVE EXTENDED
    The food collection for Whitmore Lake Area Human Services has been extended to December 20.
    Five Ways to Give:
    1.       Use collection boxes in School of Nursing buildings 1 & 2 lobbies
    2.       Amazon Wishlist**  https://a.co/gThZIqk
    3.       Online monetary donation (Tax-Deductible) https://wlahs.org/donate
    4.       Venmo @JenRiske
    5.       Send monetary donation by mail ** Checks made payable to Whitmore Lake Area Human Services; P.O. Box 505, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
    **Please indicate Sigma Rho Holiday Drive with your donation
    Visit https://wlahs.org for more information.
    Questions: Contact Amy Buckenmeyer (buckena@umich.edu)

  • Iota Iota Chapter Reminder: Submit by Dec 10 for the Sigma Convention

  • Iota Iota Chapter @The American Academy of Nursing

    🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate Dr. Shelly Reed, who became a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing this month! ✨

    Dr. Reed has been teaching at BYU since 2005 and has been a nurse for an incredible 42 years. One of her most notable achievements is the creation of a widely used scale for evaluating the nursing student debriefing experience, now translated into six languages and utilized in over 20 countries. 🌍 She has also conducted research on the cultural meanings of childbirth and newborn health in Tonga and Ecuador and has volunteered as a healthcare team member in countries including Ecuador, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, and Honduras.

    Dr. Reed’s passion for nursing shines through her teaching and global contributions. “I love childbirth and hope to share that love and excitement with my students and others in the classroom, in clinical, and through presentations at conferences,” she shared.

    The Academy brings together the most accomplished leaders in nursing to improve health and achieve health equity worldwide through policy, innovation, and science. We are proud to call Dr. Reed one of our own and are inspired by her dedication to advancing the profession. 💙

  • Iota Iota Chapter Rising Star in Nursing Research: Gabby Sutton-Clark

    The Sigma Iota Iota Chapter is proud to recognize Gabby Sutton-Clark, one of our February inductees, for presenting her student-led research on improving patient-centered care for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD) in the ICU. Gabby shared her insights and strategies with peers at her university conference, showcasing her dedication to advancing nursing practice and advocating for vulnerable populations. 

  • Iota Iota Chapter @National League for Nursing Summit

    🎙️Huge shoutout to undergrad Tali Gardner and our board members Chelsey Young and Carly Peterson for their amazing presentation on active learning at the National League for Nursing Summit in San Antonio, TX! 🤠

    Fun fact: Tali and Chelsey were inducted into Sigma just last winter, and they are already making waves. Our chapter is so proud of this team shaping the future of nursing education! 🔥

  • Iota Iota Chapter @Utah Valley University Department of Nursing Conference

    📣 Exciting Visit with UVU Nursing Faculty & Students!

    This week, Sigma Theta Tau Iota Iota Chapter board members, Mykin Higbee and Adrianna Watson, had the pleasure of visiting the amazing faculty, staff, and students of the UVU Department of Nursing. 🌟 It was such a joy to connect with the future leaders of nursing and share in your enthusiasm for the profession.

    We’re so grateful for the warm welcome and engaging conversations—UVU’s dedication to nursing excellence shines through in every interaction. 💙💉

    We can’t wait to see you all at our next induction ceremony in February as we celebrate the incredible achievements of nursing faculty, staff, and students alike. 🙌

  • Iota Iota Chapter @Grand County School District

    Spearheaded by our chapter members Craig Nuttall, Janelle Macintosh, Michael Robinson, Neil Anderson, and President Christine Platt, this dedicated team made it possible for 500 children to receive essential oral health screenings and fluoride treatments. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make this impact possible!

    Do you have a community project in Utah where we could lend a hand? Reach out—we’re always seeking meaningful ways to serve.

  • Iota Iota Chapter @The Huntsman Senior Games!

    Our former Sigma Theta Tau Iota Iota Chapter president, Petr Ruda, recently led BYU nursing students to the Huntsman World Senior Games in St. George! The students volunteered by performing health assessments for senior athletes from around the world, enhancing their clinical skills and applying culturally sensitive care in the community. We’re proud of their dedication to serving our community members 💜
  • Mu Iota Member Connections - November News & Updates

    Greetings to our wonderful Mu Iota Members,

    Our Fall Induction Ceremony was on Friday, November 15, 2024 (videos attached). We were pleased to welcome 12 junior nursing students, 5 senior nursing students, our first AVSON Doctor of Nursing Practice Graduate Student, and 3 Community Nurse Leaders! We want to welcome our new Mu Iota Chapter members and renewing members! Take advantage of all that Sigma offers, and we pray blessings over all of you throughout your nursing journey!

    We are excited to announce the results of our Fall 2024 election. Thank you to everyone who voted; nominated candidates, and provided 3 keywords and phrases that align with the mission and core values of Sigma and the theory of nursing for the whole person.

    Welcome to our new and returning board members!! The Mu Iota Chapter Team as of November 2024:

    President: Tina Hixson

    President-Elect: Fred De Souza

    Vice President: Janice Burkybile

    Vice President Elect (Other Committee Position): Tricia Grinder

    Secretary: Lindsay Richards

    Treasurer: Kristen Stockwell

    Counselor: Mary Bohan

    Governance Committee: Dean Prentice (Chair), Tina Hixson, Janice Burkybile

    Leadership Succession Committee: Audrey Thompson (Chair), Dominion Ndoma-Agbor, Jessika Nascimento

    Publicity Chair: Dominion Ndoma-Agbor

    Webmaster: Mang "Mary" Nuam

    Would you like to join the board next year? Contact Us!

    Upcoming Chapter Events (Save the Date):

    • Monthly planning meetings occur every 2nd Monday of the month (next meeting: December 9, 2024 at 1830)
    • Next Steps Panel – January 2025
    • Beyond the Bedside Workshop – April 12, 2025, 9 am - 2 pm (flyer attached)
    • Be on the lookout for our Spring Volunteer Opportunities!

    On behalf of Mu Iota Chapter, we wish every member and friend a very Happy Thanksgiving!! We are grateful for all of you!!

    Induction videos (part 1 - Welcome & Keynote Speaker, part 2 - Induction) Thank you to Mang "Mary" Nuam, our webmaster, for filming!

  • Successful Collaboration and Event

    We are thrilled to share the success of our recent event, Soup & Scholarship, held on Thursday, November 7th, 2024, at Southern New Hampshire University. This gathering marked a significant milestone in our ongoing collaboration with this institution of higher education, which we are excited to formalize moving forward. A big "thank you" to Peggy Moriarty-Litz, EdD, MS, RN, CNE
    Chief Nursing Administrator/Executive Director and Emily Bombard, DNP, RN, CNL, CNE Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing for hosting this event. 

    The evening featured an energetic social hour followed by insightful scholarly presentations. With both in-person and virtual attendance options, we were delighted to see a robust turnout, showcasing the community’s commitment to advancing nursing education and practice.

    We look forward to continuing this partnership and invite everyone to stay engaged as we plan future events. Thank you for your support, and we hope to see you at our next event!

  • January Pop-Up & Happy Hour Meeting

    Our next meeting will be on January 30th, 2025 from 5:00-7:00 pm at the Italian Gourmet Restaurant in Galloway. It will be an inperson meeting for the Pop-Up and Happy Hour specials as well as a zoom option for members who can not join in person. 

  • Omicron-Sigma at Large Holiday Adopt-a-Family Holiday Event

    Hello Members,

    Omicron Sigma at-Large is having our annual Adopt-a-Family Holiday event through Catholic Charities of Albany. If you would like to participate by buying a gift for an individual on our list, please contact me for the list of gifts requested. We are also happily accepting checks (payable to Omicron-Sigma at-Large) and our Sigma elves will shop for you. Better yet, sending a gift card is another way to spread holiday cheer to this individual! Checks and gift cards can be sent to me at the address below. All gifts should be wrapped, tagged and dropped off to myself or to Kathleen Curtin at Maria College Nursing Dept. 3rd floor McAuley Building, by noon on December 11, 2024. Thank you for your support! 

    Rosemary

    rosemarynstrumpf@gmail.com

    Rosemary Strumpf

    902 Melville Court

    Slingerlands, NY 12159

  • Upsilon Rho Chapter Meetings (Virtual)

    December 13, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

    January 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

  • Manna Cafe' Volunteer Opportunity

    Hello Sigma Nu Phi Member!
    The Sigma Nu Phi chapter will be volunteering at Manna Cafe' on Saturday, December 7, from 11am-1pm. We will be making food boxes for distribution to those in need.  Please dress comfortably as we will be working in an "assembly line" fashion in the warehouse. Also, it is often very cool in the warehouse, but we often get warm after we start working, so dressing in layers is encouraged.
    Here is the address: 605 Providence Blvd, Clarksville, TN 37042
    Please contact me @ blackac@apsu.edu if you would like to sign up to volunteer.
    Thank you!
    Dr. Black
    Counselor, Nu Phi
  • Region 6 Research Conference- Early Bird Registration View

    Check out the Latest on the Region 6 Research Conference!

    Registration Link is now OPEN, however CE amount remains to be determined. Abstract submission closed on 11/15/24, and review will begin on 11/25/24. Make sure to bookmark this site, and keep eye on the Region 6 social media platforms for more details including CE announcement!

  • Fall 2024 E-Newsletter Update

    Dear Members,

    As we reflect on the Fall 2024 semester, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible achievements and moments we have shared. This year has been a true celebration of the pillars that form the foundation of Sigma Theta Tau: service, leadership, fellowship, and scholarship. Together, we have honored these values through impactful initiatives, meaningful connections, and a commitment to advancing nursing excellence.

    Service

    In the spirit of giving back, our members partnered with Caring Hearts and Hands, a local hospice house, offering compassionate care and support to the community. This collaboration exemplified the heart of nursing, extending care beyond the bedside and making a tangible difference in the lives of others.

    Leadership

    We celebrated the trailblazers within our chapter who lead with courage and vision. These nurse leaders inspire the next generation, mentoring and guiding them to step into their potential. A highlight of the semester was our 60th-anniversary celebration, where we had the privilege of hosting Dr. Sandra Garmon Bibb, President of Sigma Theta Tau International, as our keynote speaker.

    Fellowship

    Our bonds as members have grown stronger through shared experiences and camaraderie. Whether celebrating milestones over a slice of Shakespeare’s pizza or lifting one another in support, the fellowship among our members continues to be a cornerstone of our chapter’s success.

    Scholarship

    This semester underscored our commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-based practice. We proudly awarded:

    • Two President Scholarships: Debora Paez-Perez and Alex Langenhorst
    • One study abroad travel award: Elise Roettger
    • One Evidence-Based Practice Grant: Ashley Woods

    These recognitions highlight the dedication of our members to advancing the nursing profession and driving meaningful change in healthcare.

    Welcome to New Members

    Earlier this month, we inducted nearly 50 new members into our chapter. These deserving individuals embody the excellence and values of Sigma Theta Tau, and we are thrilled to welcome them into our community. We look forward to mentoring them as they embark on their Sigma journey.

    Looking Ahead

    As we close out the year, we extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you for your time, effort, and talent. Together, we have made this semester truly remarkable, living out the legacy of Sigma Theta Tau.

    Here’s to an even brighter 2025 as we continue to advance the profession we love.

    With gratitude,
    Hillary Claunch 
    President, Sigma Theta Tau, Alpha Iota Chapter

  • Check your Inbox! Quarterly Newsletter out!

    Our very first edition of our quarterly newsletter is out! Check your emails to find the latest updates and opportunities for involvement.

  • BETA IOTA ANNUAL VIRTUAL MEMBERSHIP/BUSINESS MEETING

    JOIN your Beta Iota Chapter leaders on Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM EST to participate in the Virtual Annual Membership/Business Meeting.  You will have an opportunity to hear about the exciting projects and activities that Beta Iota has undertaken and the future events/activities the chapter will pursue.  You will have time for questions and answers.  JOIN US!

  • Fall Research and Induction December 5, 5:30-7:00 pm

    Join us at the Ruby River Hotel, 700 N. Division, Spokane, for our Fall Research meeting and Induction. Dinner will be served at 5:30 followed by poster presentations and the induction of new members. 

    Please RSVP by November 26 to Susan Edwards, edwardss@gonzaga.edu 

  • SONK 2025 Conference and Call For Abstracts

    SONK Constortium 2025 Annual Conference

    Nursing Science Past & Present: AI Impact on Research Practice & Education

    April 4, 2025 9am-3:15pm

    Sharonville Convention Center, Cincinnati OH

     

    This conference will focus on the changes in patient care drive by the introduction of new medical innovatins, academic nurses worked both to develop science-based nursing practice and to secure their roles within the post-war research university.

     

    Cost SIGMA member $75, non member $85

    Contact Hours included

     

    Questions? Contact reiglebs@uc.edu

     

    Register Online https://tinyurl.com/4e595nz2

     

    Call for Poster Abstracts

    You are invited to submit a research, QI, EBP, or historical poster abstract

    Guidelines for submission can be found at 

    https://forms.office.com/r/JSZtDd88ym

    Deadline to submit December 20, 2024

  • Welcome to Our New Members!

    Congratulations and welcome to the newest members of Beta Nu:

    Lindsey Aiken
    Alexis Anderson
    Cenchrea Artis
    Amieah Baier
    Casey Bertini
    Camille Boeker
    Claire Boger
    Courtney Bowden
    Skarlet Brito-Salgado
    Emma Campbell
    Aryn Cimmerer
    Sydney Crumpler
    Caroline Cutler
    Madelyn Daniels
    Anyla Hansley
    Kendra Hubert
    Haley Lynette
    Shannon Morris
    Sarah O'Sullivan
    Sarah Parker
    Breyana Paterson
    Madison Power
    Haley Richardson
    Doreen Sarfo
    Madeline Savage
    Labdhi Shah
    Emily Siniavsky
    Jolene Spencer
    Julianna Stephenson
    Annie Sullivan
    Alia Throckmorton
    Shelia Usrey
    Shelby Vanhoozer
    Susan Yang
    Elizabeth Yates
    Kimberly Young
    Gracen Ziemba

  • Iota Iota Chapter @BYU College of Nursing Symposium

    Today, the Sigma Theta Tau Iota Iota chapter board members had the privilege of meeting BYU nursing students from all semesters at our recruiting table during the BYU College of Nursing Scholarship and Professionalism Symposium. The talent and dedication of these students were truly impressive, and we look forward to officially welcoming many of them at our upcoming induction. It’s inspiring to see the future of nursing in such capable hands!
  • Proud Moments in Service in Education!

    Our chapter is thrilled to highlight the experiences of Vice President Adrianna Watson and chapter member Linda Orchard, who recently led BYU undergraduate nursing students in a meaningful community service experience. Partnering with a local health organization’s trauma team, Adrianna, Linda, and our students made a lasting impact at The Summit EMS Conference.
     
    The conference organizers shared their gratitude, saying:
    “Your commitment to provide education was evident in the care, professionalism, and kindness shown to each attendee. Thanks to your participation, we created a friendly and inviting environment. Each one of you played a vital role in making a positive impact on our community…and beyond.”
     
    We’re grateful to see our nursing students learning, growing, and serving with such passion! Here’s to many more opportunities to make a difference together! 💙 
  • Iota Iota Chapter @NETNEP 2024

    Congratulations to Sigma Iota Iota chapter members Sondra Heaston and Saydie Holyoak along with undergraduate nursing students Pyper Schmutz, Rylie Rasmussen, and Otavio Tobias for presenting their research at the 9th International Nurse Education Conference (NETNEP) in Singapore. Their work focused on health initiatives in Paraguay, mass casualty simulations, and critical care simulations, contributing significantly to global nursing education. 

  • 2024 Sigma Theta Tau Congress (Pt 3)

    Thrilled to celebrate Iota Iota Chapter members Shelly Reed, Cheryl Corbett, Sarah Davis, and Kristen Erekson for their powerful presentation at the 2024 Sigma Theta Tau Congress! Their session, Action Research as an Innovative Teaching Method to Promote Global Health Equity, showcased how action research can be a transformative tool in nursing education, preparing future nurses to address health disparities worldwide.
     
    Their work highlights a commitment to fostering global health equity and inspiring the next generation of nurses to lead change. Kudos to this amazing team for their impactful contributions! 🌍✨ 
  • 2024 Sigma Theta Tau Congress (Pt 2)

    Huge congratulations to Iota Iota Chapter members Dr. Michael Robinson and Capstone Undergraduate Student Nicole Strand on presenting their impactful study, Vaccine Preventable Illnesses: A Clinical Practice Algorithm for Nurses in an Age of Vaccine Hesitancy, at the 2024 Sigma Theta Tau Congress!
     
    Their work provides an evidence-based algorithm designed to support nurses in educating patients and addressing vaccine hesitancy, empowering clinical practice in this challenging area. We’re incredibly proud of their dedication to improving public health and advancing nursing’s role in patient education. 🌍💉
  • 2024 Sigma Theta Tau Congress (Pt 1)

    Our Chapter President and her research team presented findings on a topic close to our hearts: Siblings as caregivers to children with chronic conditions and disabilities. This mixed methods study shines a light on the unique support roles siblings provide within families impacted by chronic health needs.
     
    We’re proud to see this essential research contributing to the conversation on family-centered care and caregiver support. Congratulations to the team for their impactful work! 💜
  • NLN Conference

    November 8 (5 -7 pm networking) & November 9 (8-4pm Conference): 

    Daemen university

    John R. Yurtchuk Center

    4380 Main St. Amherst, NY 14226

    We are excited to invite you to our upcoming conference focused on Access: Breaking Barriers in Nursing Education. This event will spotlight physical and digital accessibility, bringing together expert voices to share insights and practical strategies to create more inclusive environments for nurses and student nurses.

  • Chapter Member Meeting Tomorrow in CHS 2206

    As a reminder, our chapter member meeting will be tomorrow in CHS 2206 and via Zoom from 4-5:30pm. For those joining on Zoom, the link is included below. We hope to see you there!

    Join Zoom Meeting

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  • December Research Meeting

    December 5th, 5:30-6:30 pm

    Come and enjoy an evening where you learn about projects the MS students have completed this semester. We will have seven students presenting their projects which took place in both Nursing Practice and Nursing Education settings. 

    There will be CE’s offered for this event, but to receive these, you will need to register here:  https://uwyo.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eQEVxEmPqYupbIa . Once you have registered, you will receive the Zoom link for the event.

    Thank you for the support of our Sigma chapter, Alpha Pi, and our graduate students in the Master of Nursing program!

  • From Surviving to Thriving: Transformation to a Healthy Work Environment

    Join us in person from 28-30 March 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, for the event designed specifically to help leaders in both academic and clinical settings develop, implement, and maintain strategies to improve your organization's work environment.

    Meet and collaborate with more than 500 nursing leaders and Sigma members, uniting with the common goal to build a healthier workplace.

  • YOU help us provide resources that empower nurses around the world.

    Donors like you are the reason we can continue our mission to provide the grants, subsidies, programs and support the initiatives necessary for nurses to advance world health. Thank you for all you do!

  • Eta Chi Chapter Meeting

    Dear Chapter Members,

    We are having a chapter meeting on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 2 pm. I hope you will join us.

    Rose Fromer PhD, RN, CNE

    Eta Chi Chapter Secretary

    Microsoft Teams meeting

    Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

    Click here to join the meeting

    Meeting ID: 263 883 231 263
    Passcode: TBkM54

    Download Teams | Join on the web

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  • Omega Eta Board and Committee Chair Meeting Today 4 p.m. - Virtual All Members welcome!

    Hello,

    Just a reminder that our Monthly Board meeting is today - Nov 18 at 4 p.m. 

    Agenda

    Call to Order/Attendance

    Review Minutes of Past Meeting

    Officer Reports

    Old Business - Eval review of Career Progression Webinar

    Induction Preparation

    New Business

    Activities - Reminder of Nurse Blake Social - Dinner and a Show at Luhr's Center. Dinner at University Grille - please join us.

    Join Zoom Meeting

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  • New Members!

    Congratulations to our 28 new members! They were inducted in a private ceremony held on November 15th on the RCoN campus. Upsilon Tau Chapter is so proud of you all and can't wait to see you grow in your nursing careers!

    A special thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and talents to make the induction ceremony a success!

    Check out the Upsilon Tau Chapter Facebook page for more photos from the event!

    New Sigma Inductees Fall 2024

  • Sigma Zeta Beta Chapter online ABSN Induction Ceremony

    We will be celebrating our ABSN online Induction Ceremony on 12/4/24 @ 6p-645p.  Please join us in celebrating our new members to the society.

    Online Induction- Zoom Link:

    https://elmhurst-edu.zoom.us/j/99547054011

  • Welcome to the Nu Mu Chapter of Sigma at Cal State LA's Extraordinary Fall Into Fun Virtual Event :)

  • 2025 Alpha Alpha Chapter of STTI RESEARCH GRANT

    2025 ANNOUNCEMENT

    Alpha Alpha Chapter of STTI RESEARCH GRANT

    Due December 15, 2024 by 5 pm

    The purpose of the Sigma Theta Tau, Alpha Alpha Chapter Research Grant program is to support and encourage faculty, post-doctoral fellows, students (both undergraduate and graduate), and other nurses to contribute to the advancement of nursing through research. Grants are issued in each category.

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:  Submit proof of meeting the following eligibility criteria with the grant application.

    1.  Member or becoming a member of the Alpha Alpha Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau in the Spring of 2025. 

    INSTRUCTIONS:

    1.  Application: Submit a one-page, single spaced abstract of the research/QI Project proposal.

     Research Proposal: include the purpose, background summary and proposed research methods (for example, research design, setting, sample, instruments/measurements, and approach to be taken). (Note: 0.5 inch margins, 11-point font)

    QI Project Proposal: Problem description with available knowledge from previous studies, purpose of the project, and methods (interventions, measures & proposed methods to collect data). (Note: 0.5 inch margins, 11-point font)

    2.  Include a second page with a brief budget showing how the money will be used. The budget should be consistent with the proposal.

    3. Post-doctoral fellow(s) and students must include a letter of recommendation/support from a research mentor/academic advisor.

    4. All the applicants must submit a copy of their IRB approval before funds are disbursed.  

    RESEARCH FUNDING:

    1. Faculty, nurses in the community, graduate students (masters, doctor of nursing practice, predoctoral, and postdoctoral) are eligible for up to $1,000. Undergraduate students are eligible for up to $500.

    2.  Allocation of funds is based on the quality of the proposed research and the research budget.

    3.  Once the research is completed, all recipients must prepare a final abstract and submit it to Alpha Alpha Chapter, with receipts indicating how the research funds were used.  The grant recipients must also participate in the next Dr. Diane Berry Research Day (Spring) poster session. 

    APPLICATION DEADLINE:

     

    Deadline for submission of grant proposals is December 15, 2024 by 5 pm. Direct questions regarding the application to Dr. Suja P. Davis @ davissp@email.unc.edu

     

    EMAIL SUBMISSIONS TO: davissp@email.unc.edu

  • Welcome to Our New Inductees!

    On Thursday, November 14th, we had the honor of inducting 38 new members into our Sigma Gamma Rho Chapter. The ceremony was a truly special evening, bringing together prelicensure nursing students, graduate students, and nurse leaders from the University of Utah College of Nursing and our community.

    It was inspiring to witness the dedication and achievements of our new inductees as they joined our vibrant chapter. The evening was filled with celebration, camaraderie, and excitement for the future contributions of these remarkable individuals to the nursing profession.

    A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success. Your support and enthusiasm are what make our chapter thrive.

    Click here to browse the photos from the ceremony and relive the memorable moments!

    Let’s continue to uplift and inspire one another as we welcome our new members to the Sigma family!

    Group photo of the 2023 Sigma Theta Tau Induction Ceremony attendees, including 38 new members—prelicensure nursing students, graduate students, and nurse leaders—and board members from the University of Utah College of Nursing and community. Everyone is gathered together in celebration of the event.
  • New Chapter Facebook Group

    Good Evening,

        Our chapter will be transitioning from our current Facebook Page to a Facebook Group.  Please join the Sigma Nursing-Tau Epsilon Chapter Facebook group today.

         

    Best Wishes.

  • Application for Nursing Honor Society Due 12/01/25

  • New Board Members

    Alpha Beta Chi Chapter welcomes its newly appointed board members who now currently serving in these roles:

    • Dr. Patricia Munno, Chapter Vice-President
    • Dr. Catherine Jennings, Chapter Governance Committee Member
    • Prof. Yuliya Markiv, Chapter Social Media/Publicity

    We now have an immediate opening for Chapter Treasurer. If you are interested, please contact Mary Clare Smith at smithm@felician.edu.

    Dr. Munno will continue to act in the role of treasurer in the interim.

  • Alpha Beta Chi Signed-On to the Nurses Climate Challenge

    As a chapter participating in the Nurses Climate Challenge, you have access to a wealth of resources to take action at your workplace or at home. Every small action counts!
  • Leadership vacancy for Gamma Theta!

    Good morning! We have an opening for a Counselor on the Gamma Theta leadership committee. As a group, we work together to minimize workload while optimizing operations of the Gamma Theta chapter of the honor society. Please email me at cverni@niagara.edu if you have interest or questions about the role. You need not be faculty!!

    This position's job description includes:

    • May serve as the chair of the Governance Committee.
    • Lead the procedure for determining membership eligibility and inducting members.
    • Develop strategies for publicizing and informing students and nursing leaders of membership eligibility criteria. May work in conjunction with the Membership Involvement Committee.
    • Secure necessary data from the official records of students to determine eligibility status. Notify students of their eligibility status and send out the appropriate membership application materials.
    • Counselors of alumni chapters who oversee nurse leader inductions are not required to be faculty. 
  • Congratulations New Omega Omicron Chapter Members!

    Please welcome our newest Omega Omicron Members:

    • Joseph Cornormia Jr.
    • Anthony Huber
    • Joyce Rwitoh
    • Ronda Stelling
    • Brooke Stenzel
    • Meseret Tesfaye
    • Julia Ugorji

    Welcome to our Chapter and Sigma!

  • Zeta Alpha's Holiday Philanthropy

    The Sigma Holiday Philanthropy for 2024 will support the Child Life Specialists at Erlanger Children's Hospital. We would love for our Sigma members to make a huge impact on these Specialists and patients!
    The child life wish list is attached. Read the instructions at the top of the page to make sure you follow all the rules! Leave donations in the tan box outside of Priscilla's office (Metro 120B).There are MANY items requested! Everything must be new - they will not accept used items. Drop off donations BY Monday, December 9th.
  • Fall 24 Induction Speaker announcement-invitation

  • Nurse Educator Workshop

    The leadership team is thrilled to announce the Nurse Educator Workshop! Have you ever considered teaching? We have resources galore and we'll have a panel of current nurse educators from a variety of areas. We hope you'll join us!
  • Gamma Gamma presents New Grad RN Panel

  • Upcoming Events for Kappa Omega

    • Fall induction will be held on 11/19/24 at 106 Moore Hall, 5:30 pm CST. Wes Whitaker MSN RN will be the honored guest speaker. Mr. Whitaker is also a DNP candidate and will graduate spring 2024.  Kappa Omega welcomes Mr. Whitker and all our new inductees, current members, and supporters of Kappa Omega!
    • Once again, Kappa Omega will be supporting The Sunshine Center in meeting needs with individuals and families in crisis as a result of violence and abuse.
  • Reminder- Event tonight

    Are you wondering if there are any updates from the NCLEX or Florida State Board of Nursing? 

    The TauZeta chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, nursing's honor society, is hosting a free conversation with Dr. Jose Castillo you will want to attend! Join us on Thursday November 14  at 6 pm using this link: https://fgcu-edu.zoom.us/j/94106868304?pwd=2GAKKwDXRT1PGcLLAH3UVy7xSz6cEx.1

    Meeting ID: 941 0686 8304
    Passcode: 932020

    This one-hour presentation provides essential updates from the Florida Board of Nursing (FL BON) and the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). Participants will gain insight into recent policy changes, licensure requirements, and best practices in nursing. This course aims to ensure that nursing professionals remain compliant with state and national regulations and are informed about the latest developments affecting their practice.

    Course Objectives

    1. Identify recent changes in licensure requirements and regulations from the FBON and NCSBN.
    2. Explain the impact of these updates on nursing practice in Florida.
    3. Discuss strategies for maintaining compliance with new regulations and enhancing professional development.

      Brief Bio:

    Dr. Castillo earned his Ph.D. in Instructional Design and Technology from Keiser University in 2016. He previously completed his BSN at West Visayas State University in 1994 and his MS in Nurse Anesthesia at Wolford College in 2007. Currently, Dr. Castillo is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) practitioner in Florida and has been a full-time Nurse Anesthesia faculty member for over 16 years. In 2023, he was appointed as a tenured Associate Professor at Texas Wesleyan University.

    Dr. Castillo has held several significant leadership roles, including past President of the Florida Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, recent Chair of the Florida Board of Nursing, and current President-Elect for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. His dedication to the nursing profession has earned him the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology 2021 Ira P. Gunn Award for Outstanding Professional Advocacy and a 2024 Fellow designation. On a national level, Dr. Castillo frequently presents scholarly topics relevant to CRNAs and nursing.

     Outside of his professional life, Dr. Castillo is a devoted father to two vibrant children, Mia and Beau, and enjoys spending quality time with his family during his days off.

  • Winter Chapter Fundraiser!

    Hello Members,

    This winter season we are focusing our community service fund raising on population health across Vermont by supporting the Vermont Food Bank. 

    Vermont Foodbank is the state’s largest hunger-relief organization and only food bank, providing nourishing food through a network of more than 300 community partners – food shelves, meal sites, senior centers, after-school programs, schools, and hospitals.

    Vermont Foodbank, a member of Feeding America, provides about 12 million pounds of food annually to people throughout Vermont.

    We have created an Omega Mu Chapter page and you can use this link to get to the donate page. Please consider a generous donation this winter season so no one goes hungry. 

    thanks,

    your Omega Mu Board

  • Successful Induction!!!

    Gamma Kappa Chapter
    November 5, 2024 Fall Induction
    We proudly welcomed 81 new members!
    Congratulations! This marks a day of your commitment to excellence!
    Cheers!
    Let us all Represent!

    Tess Bernardo
    Gamma Kappa Chapter
    Buffalo, NY

  • Beta Tau Celebrating Nurse Practitioner's Week!

  • Beta Tau is preparing for Thanksgiving

  • Sigma Fall 2024 Induction

    Welcome Inductees!

  • Sigma Induction Fall 2024

    Zeta Alpha Chapter President Priscilla Simms-Roberson, DNP, NP-C, SANE-A
  • Keynote Speakers

    Alexa Allen, BSN, RN and Logan Zumbrun, BSN, RN DNP Students

    Alexa Allen, BSN, RN and Logan Zumbrun, BSN, RN
  • Presentation of Scholarships

    Justin Barnes, BSN RN DNP Student

    Amanda Rice, BSN, RN and Brooke Williams, BSN, RN DNP Students
  • Fall 2024 Educational Event

     

    Sigma Xi-Kappa-at-large cordially invites you to attend the Xi-Kappa-at-Large fall education event on Plant Based Nutrition scheduled for November 21st, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM via Zoom. This event has been approved for 1 contact hour by the North Dakota Board of Nursing (#2312)

  • Fall 2024 Sigma Induction Ceremony

    Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) - Fall 2024 Induction Ceremony

    Barnes Jewish College - Goldfarb School of Nursing

    Thursday, November 21st

    4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

    Main Lobby/Plaza Auditorium

  • Chick-Fil-A Fundraiser

    JOIN US on Monday, November 18th from 4-8pm at Chick-Fil-A at Shepherdstown Crossing, 219 Gettysburg Pike Mechanicsburg, PA. Show this flyer with your purchase and 10% of your purchase will be donated to Messiah's Sigma Theta Tau. See you there!

  • Leadership Opportunities

    Greetings from Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society - Phi Upsilon Chapter Leaders!  

         We hope this message finds you well.  As many of you know, we host our annual induction ceremony in the Spring of each year and we are closely approaching that time!  We want to reach out and inform you all that the following Officer Positions in our Phi Upsilon chapter are available to be filled for the 2025-2027 term:  

    Treasurer 

    Secretary 

    Faculty Counselor

    If you are interested in serving in any of the above positions or just learning more about leadership opportunities within Phi Upsilon - Sigma Theta Tau, please contact us.

     

    Dr. K. Angel Queen, Dr. Erin Montgomery, Dr. Melissa McNeilly, Elizabeth Piro, and Jennifer Costello. 

    Current Sigma - Phi Upsilon Officers 

  • November Newsletter

  • Board of Directors Meeting

    November 12, 2024 @ 5pm

  • Save the Dates

    Hello Omega Eta Members,

    Please save the dates for the following:

    11.14 Chapter Leadership Connection (Sigma Event, Virtual, all officers)

    11.18 Board Meeting -Discuss Induction Plans, Inductee Info - Zoom link will be sent on 11/15.

    11.22 Social – Dinner/Show– Nurse Blake Shock Advised Tour at Luhr’s Center, Dinner at University Grille – 5 p.m. – reservation under name “Jan”

    NOTE – No Journal Club this month

    12.5 - Induction at Wilson College Brooks Science Center at 5 p.m. -- ALL members encouraged to attend.

  • Feeding South Florida Thanksgiving Fund Drive 2024

    Sigma's Pi Alpha chapter at Florida International University has partnered with Feeding South Florida to raise funds for their cause prior to the Thanksgiving holiday. Please consider donating for this cause to benefit the community. Every $1 = 4 meals!

  • Herfst nieuwsbrief vanuit Sigma Europe

    Beste leden van Rho Chi,

    Lees hier het laatste Europese nieuws.

  • Fall Research Summit at Pacific Lutheran University

    Lots of energy, enthusiasm, many posters, and very good speakers rounded out our event this past Saturday.  PLU Nursing Club, Delta Iota Chi, participated and Psi at Large gave them a $150.00 donation towards their Thanksgiving Basket collection.  Food donations were also collected.  See our Facebook, Instagram, and Linked-In sites for more pictures from this event.
    Joshua RN with Dr. Sarah Ann McFadden
    Sydne Mead-Smith with students
    Delta Iota Chi (PLU) Officers
  • New Board Members!

  • Fall Business Meeting Zoom Link

  • Reminder to RSVP for Chapter Member Meeting on November 19th

    This is just a reminder to RSVP for our Gamma Eta chapter meeting on Tuesday, November 19th from 4-5:30pm (CST). This event will be at Samford University in the College of Health Sciences. Members may also attend via Zoom.  Refreshments will be provided for those who choose to attend in person. Please RSVP using the Qualtrics survey below. We hope to see you there!

    https://samford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cSiQrTMZbVZaTZQ 

  • Holiday Toy Drive 2024

  • Resource Pantry Donations due 12/3

  • Fall Lunch and Learn

    Please remember to sign up for Beta Phi's fall lunch and learn
    Our event will be held on Monday, November 18, 2024, in CON Room 204A from 11 am to 12 pm! This event collaboration is with the North, AL chapter of AACN (American Association of Critical-Care Nurses).
     
    What is offered if attending the Lunch and Learn:
    - Insight into implementing healthy work environment standards 
    - Exploration of student perceptions of what constitutes a healthy learning environment **based on RCEU of 2022
    - Free lunch
    - 1 Free CEU
    - 3 chances to win giveaway prizes** (sponsored by our collaborative partner!)
    Please complete the google form by 11/14! https://forms.gle/ttBq9LFUb1ernJPN9
  • THANK YOU! Hurricane Helene Relief

    I would like to say THANK YOU to our chapter for your support in collecting/ spreading the word about donation items for victims of Hurricane Helene. To help spread the word of this donation effort, the Beta Phi Chapter received assistance from UAH's Student Government Association. Additionally, our partnership with Rocket City CrossFit has made this drive possible with their ability to transfer all of these donations to North Carolina!
    I have attached pictures of everything to be delivered! (Every square inch of my car was filled - luckily the kind crossfit members helped me unload it as part of their workout).  
    Thank you again for your help! Every item will make a difference!
  • Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing: Pilgrimage to Lourdes

    Dear Alpha Beta Chapter,
    As part of the 90th Anniversary celebration for the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing, you are invited to consider a pilgrimage to Lourdes, France and Ignatian sites in Spain. This pilgrimage is being offered to alumni and friends of the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing. Please see the attached flyer.  Please share this offering with others that you may know that might be interested in participating.
    If you have any questions, please contact Ann Solari-Twadell at psolari@luc.edu 
  • Save the day and learn about the Chi Beta chapter

    Chi Beta will have an information table set up on the WCU Ontario campus on November 13th from noon to 1400. Stop by, say hello, and share how being a Sigma member has benefited you!

  • Time for renewal or reactivation

  • Welcome new SIGMA members of Omega Iota chapter!!

  • Region 6 Conference Call for Abstracts extended until 11/12/24

    Call for abstracts extended. Please submit if you have current research. Conference is April 3-4, 2025 in New Orleans

  • Collaborative Chapters Program Presentation

    We had a very informative presentation from Dr. Mary Anne Schultz last evening. For those of you who missed it, click here for the recording.

  • Collaborative Chapters Program Presentation

    We had a very informative presentation from Dr. Mary Anne Schultz last evening. For those of you who missed it, click here for the recording.

  • Alpha Beta Zeta Joins the Climate Challenge!

    Alpha Beta Zeta is proud to announce that we have joined the Climate Challenge! 

    Want to know more about what that means for our Chapter and for Sigma? Watch the following Webinar recording!

    Join us in the discussions and let us know how you can contribute to the Sigma Climate Challenge!

  • Chapter Leader Connect: 14-11-2024.

  • Annual Membership Meeting: 14-11-2024

  • Congress 2025 Abstracts Submission

    Abstracts Submission: Deadline 13-11-2024

  • 48th Biennial Convention Abstracts Submission

    ** Abstracts Submission Deadline 26-11-2024 **

  • 2025 Nurse Researcher Award

    Nomination deadline 11 December 2024 (11:59 p.m. ET).

  • Nursing Research & Program Grant: Deadline December-1-2024

  • SUCCESS!! Career Pathways Webinar - Request Feedback

    Omega Eta sponsored a successful webinar on Oct 28, 2024 on Nursing Career Pathways.  We had over 60 participants who heard about nursing career pathways from four accomplished nurses - PA Senator Judy Ward (legislative path), Dr. Kim Amsley-Camp (midwifery path), Dr. Julie Beck (academic pathway), Nina DelGrande (Home Health and Quality Assurance pathway). 

    If you attended please consider clicking on the link below to complete a very short survey, that will provide valuable feedback.  We need to know if we should continue these types of events in the future -- here is the link https://4ovzclrp00m.typeform.com/to/N7ZXl0C0

    If you missed it - we missed you too!!  It was recorded and happy to provide the link if interested.  Just reply to this email.

    Thank you again to our presenters and participants!!

    Jan Collier

  • October 29th Meeting Minutes

    Hi members!

    Please use the url link below OR scan the QR code below to access the chapter's latest meeting minutes (from 10/29). There are a number of awesome initiatives and plans for the coming months, so take a look! 

    QR Code Image

    Sincerely,

    Misty Smith, Secrectary

  • Leadership positions: Are you ready to serve?

    Dear Members. 

    We invite you to consider volunteering for a leadership position on the board of directors for the Iota Xi at-Large Chapter. You can find an overview of each position and its responsibilities posted to the "Chapter Leader Description". Please refer to the Chapter's Bylaws for details regarding the two-year terms of service once a position is accepted, as well as information about positions that may be appointed or elected by chapter members. 

    Please use the QR code or the link below to access the application form.

    For more information, please click on the "Chapter Bylaws" and "Chapter Leader Description" links under the Iota Xi at-Large Chapter Information section. 

    Thank you!

    The Board of Directors

  • College, Community Come Together for Annual 'Keep Memories Alive' Walk-in-the-Mall Fundraiser

    The Caring Hearts Auxiliary of Florida Atlantic University's Louis and Anne Green Memory and Wellness Center within the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing raised more than $85,000 during the 18th annual "Keep Memories Alive" Walk-in-the-Mall on Sunday, Nov. 3. Many supporters turned out to participate in the event held at the Town Center in Boca Raton, including Mayor Scott Singer.

  • Zeta Omega At-Large Chapter Induction 11-10-24

    Dear Sigma Theta Tau Members,

    We are thrilled to invite you to the Sigma Theta Tau Induction Ceremony on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at noon. Join us in the Rotunda at Mercy Hall, Mercy University, located at 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY.

    Event Details:

    • Date and Time: Sunday, November 10, 2024, from 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
    • Location: The Rotunda, Mercy Hall, Mercy University, 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY
    • Dress Code: Business casual. To honor Sigma’s colors, we encourage you to add a touch of purple to your attire.

    Light refreshments, including coffee, tea, cookies, and cake, will be served. Guests are welcome to join you for this special occasion.

    Honor Cords: Honor cords will be provided at the ceremony as a thank-you to new inductees for their participation in these important chapter activities.

    Others can purchase honor cords from the Sigma Marketplace at sigmamarketplace.org/honor-cord for $22.

    We look forward to celebrating this significant milestone with our new inductees.  

    Warm regards,

    Karen Koziol MS, RNC

    Secretary Zeta Omega At-Large Chapter

  • Fall 2024 Business Meeting

  • Webinar: The Board of Nursing: Demystifying Nursing Regulation and Potential Licensure Issues

    When:  Nov 12, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (ET)

    Join us as we understand the role of state boards of nursing and the regulation of our licenses. As nurses, it is our duty to be deeply familiar with the statutes that define our practice. Learn your resources and tools to best understand the practice act and administrative code that govern your scope of practice. And further, we will discuss licensure complaints and what to do if this happens to you.

    1.0 NCPD contact hour will be awarded. 

    12 November 2024 10:00 a.m. ET

    Register now.

    This webinar is part of the Creating Safety Nets for Your Nursing Practice: Protect Your Patients, Protect Yourself webinar series, sponsored by

  • Fall Newsletter

    Our fall newsletter is here!  For this season, we are raising money for the American Red Cross as a number of our campuses were affected by the Hurricanes.

    Wishing everyone a happy Fall!

  • The Circle Tips/Instructions

    In response to our recent survey I am sending out the updated information/tip sheet on The Circle, Sigma's primary site for communication, networking, and time-sensitive announcements.

    Sigma recently revamped The Circle. This information sheet with tips and a video should help you get on the site and benefit from use.

    More than willing to assist anyone with access/navigation issues. Please note: You must be an active dues-paying member to use the site.

    Best,

    ~Dr. Patricia Esslin

    Patricia Esslin PhD, APRN-CNS, CNE
    Vice President/Program Director
    Research Scholarship Chair
    Interim Scholarship Chair
    Past President
    Iota Sigma Chapter, Sigma
  • UCLA Health Digital Chartering

    Apologies for the tiny lettering. It's officially official! Here is the digital chartering of UCLA Health and those who were inducted into our at-large chapter. Welcome UCLA Health!

  • Vino Divino Wine Tasting

    This Fundraiser promises to be a great time!! 

    Food (pasta, antipasto, salad, bread, table snacks and beverages), along with 8-10 Wine tastings. Members, Adult family members, friends are all welcomed to attend.

    Tuesday, December 10, 2024 6:30-9:30PM The cost is $65 per person payable to Mu Upsilon by Check postal mailed to Dr. Mary O'Donnell at 390 Manor Road, SI, NY 10314 or via Zelle MuUpsilonCSI@gmail.com.

    We look forward to seeing you and appreciate your support!!

  • Upcoming Epsilon Chapter Induction

    Dear Sigma Epsilon Psi Chapter Members,

    We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Sigma Epsilon Psi Induction Ceremony, which will take place on November 12th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Roanoke Higher Education Center. This special evening is dedicated to honoring our newly inducted nurse leaders, new inductees, and the members who have recently joined our chapter.

    The window has closed for attending in person; however, if Sigma members would like to join us via Zoom at 6:45 pm to extend your congratulations to our new members, here is the Zoom link

    Time: Nov 12, 2024, 06:45 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
    Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://radford.zoom.us/j/96679070368
        Password: 293040
    Join from a Telephone:
        Dial +1 408 638 0968  
        Enter Meeting ID 96679070368
        Password: 293040
        International numbers available: https://radford.zoom.us/u/azvxnkVds
    Join from a Room Systems: 96679070368@zoomcrc.com
        Password: 293040
    To download the zoom client, go to https://zoom.us/download

    Let's come together to celebrate this significant milestone and the dedication of our growing community of nurse leaders. We look forward to sharing this memorable evening with you, whether in person or virtually.

    Best Regards,

    Tara Chitwood, Chapter President

  • Linus Project

    What a wonderful initiative! Making fleece blankets for vulnerable populations is such a thoughtful way to give back, especially with winter approaching. Rho Beta members and CSUSB nursing students got together on October 24 to make fleece blankets. The blankets will be donated to vulnerable populations in San Bernardino County at Mary's Haven.
    blankets in making
  • Linus Project

    It sounds like a wonderful project! Rho Beta members and CSUSB nursing students gathering to make fleece blankets for donation is such a kind gesture, and CVRM (Coachella Valley Rescue Mission) will surely appreciate the support. Your participation in this event really reflects a dedication to community service and giving back, especially to vulnerable populations in need.

    blankets in making
  • Our First Meet and Greet 2024!

  • Virtual Lecturer Event Reminder!

    Please join us tomorrow night! This is a free virtual event, and we would love to see you there! Learn more about combating burnout. Scan the QR to register or join us with this link:
    https://georgiasouthern.zoom.us/j/85459283357...
    Meeting ID: 854 5928 3357 Passcode: qK8%#$B7A.
    Hope to see you there!

  • 2024 Susan Bakewell-Sachs Excellence in Education Award

  • Rho Zeta Chapter Toy Drive

  • November SIGMA board Elections have been sent out

    Fellow Scholars! 

    We need your vote! We have sent an email out with all the biographies of our candidates for the following:

    Vice President

    Counselor 

    Leadership Succession Committee Chair

    Use link below to vote! ( It's in the email too)

  • Upcoming Dates and Activities

    Last week, I sent you an email with the invitation to join the screening of the documentary, Everybody's Work this Thursday evening at UNC-CH (5pm reception; 5:30pm movie in the MBRB building).

    Now, I need to let you know that we have just confirmed an exciting guest speaker (and UNC-CH SON alumna), Dr. Shelley Lynch, to speak with us via Zoom on Tuesday, November 19th at 1pm https://zoom.us/j/91217254774. Dr. Lynch is active in Global Health and will share some of her experiences with us. Information is in the attached flyer.

    Finally, an international service opportunity and a Western NC service opportunity are available to us.

    ·      On Thursday, November 14th attend a Zoom meeting at 7pm to learn about a Service-Learning trip organized by Dr. Jean Davison (Alpha Alpha Past President and Associate Professor with UNC-CH). Details in the event list below.

    ·      On Saturday, November 16th, MERA (Middle East Refugee Aid) is hosting a Health Fair in Raleigh, NC from 10am to 5pm. Sally Williford, RN, MSN, UNC-CH Adjunct Faculty and SON alumna (and frequent UNC Mobile Health Clinic volunteer) is leading this important service effort. Information is in the attached flyer.

    November 2024 and December 2024 are BUSY!! Can't make it to everything? See what might work for your schedule. We would love to see you soon!

    NOVEMBER

    07 November; 5pm reception; 5:30pm Documentary film screening of Everybody's Work

    14 November; 10am - 3pm FREE Sigma Chapter Leadership Connection Virtual Only Conference (click here to register)

    14 November; 4pm - 5pm Virtual Sigma Annual Membership Meeting (click here and then select the meeting name to register).

    14 November; 7pm - Info Session: Spring Break 2025 (3/9-3/14) Service-Learning trip to Western, NC. Click here to connect via Zoom. Contact Jean Davison for more information: davison@unc.edu.

    16 November; 10am to 5pm Service Opportunity with MERA Health Fair

    19 November; 1pm - 2pm Global Health Zoom Program with Dr. Shelley Lynch

    19 November; 6:30pm - 7:30pm Sigma Region 13 Holiday Greetings + Monthly Meeting. Click here to connect to Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 992 1313 6946; Passcode: 840002; One tap mobile: +16469313860,,99213136946#,,,,*840002# US

    DECEMBER

    11 December 2024 International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame Award nomination deadline. All active Sigma members worldwide are eligible for this award. If you are considering applying, let us know! We would love to support you! Email Leigh at lmullen@unc.edu. https://www.sigmanursing.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/2025-hall-of-fame.pdf?sfvrsn=4e8bf6f2_0

    11 December 2024 Emerging Nurse Researcher/Scholar Award nomination deadline. All active Sigma members worldwide who completed and earned a master’s or doctoral degree after 1 December 2019 are eligible for this award. If you are considering applying, let us know! We would love to support you! Email Leigh at lmullen@unc.edu https://www.sigmanursing.org/docs/default-source/awards-documents/nurse-researcher-awards/2025-emerging.pdf?sfvrsn=7acff7f2_5

    15 December 2024 Alpha Alpha Research/Scholarship Grants Deadline (FLYER ATTACHED).

    17 December 1830 Region 13 Holiday Greetings. Webinar/Zoom Christmas Party, Games, Prizes, Wear your Santa hat! (link TBD)

     

    2025 is shaping up to be busy as well...here is a sneak peek of a few things on the calendar so far. Would you like to be involved in program planning? Join the Programs Committee! You can work on one program or multiple - your service level is determined by you.

    28 January 2025; 6:30pm - 7:30pm Sigma Region 13 Monthly Meeting. Click here to connect to Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 992 1313 6946; Passcode: 840002; One tap mobile: +16469313860,,99213136946#,,,,*840002# US

    25 February 2025; 6:30pm - 7:30pm Sigma Region 13 Monthly Meeting. Click here to connect to Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 992 1313 6946; Passcode: 840002; One tap mobile: +16469313860,,99213136946#,,,,*840002# US

    9-14 March 2025 | Western NC | ALPHA ALPHA SUPER SERVICE COLLAB OPPORTUNITY - Nursing 609.001 Service Learning to Increase Students’ Understanding of Disaster Recovery in Western, NC, using a Trauma-Informed Approach. For more information contact:
    Jean Davison, DNP, RN, FNP davison@unc.edu

    22 March 2025 | Christ the King Church, Cary, NC | ALPHA ALPHA, NC MED ASSIST AND  AND MOBILE HEALTH CLINIC SERVICE COLLAB. OTC Medication Giveaway and health screening event for neighbors in need.

    25 March 2025; 6:30pm - 7:30pm Sigma Region 13 Monthly Meeting. Click here to connect to Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 992 1313 6946; Passcode: 840002; One tap mobile: +16469313860,,99213136946#,,,,*840002# US

    28-30 March 2025 | Phoenix, Arizona, USA | Creating Healthy Work Environments
    Save the date for the event designed to help leaders in both academic and clinical settings develop, implement, and maintain strategies that will improve their organizations' work environments.
    Registration is opening soon!

    06 April 2025 | Alpha Alpha Induction | MBRB UNC-CH Campus.

    TBD April 2025 | Diane Berry Research Day

    22 April 2025; 6:30pm - 7:30pm Sigma Region 13 Monthly Meeting. Click here to connect to Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 992 1313 6946; Passcode: 840002; One tap mobile: +16469313860,,99213136946#,,,,*840002# US

    27 May 2025; 6:30pm - 7:30pm Sigma Region 13 Monthly Meeting. Click here to connect to Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 992 1313 6946; Passcode: 840002; One tap mobile: +16469313860,,99213136946#,,,,*840002# US

    17-20 July 2025 | Seattle, Washington, USA | 36th International Nursing Research Congress
    Join Sigma to connect and engage with over 800 nurse researchers, students, clinicians, and leaders who are focused on evidence-based research.
    Call for abstracts is open.

    8-12 November 2025 | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA | 48th Biennial Convention
    Save the date for our biggest event! Join more than 2,000 Sigma members and global leaders in nursing as we come together to celebrate our rich heritage and build upon our successes, embracing the 2023-2025 organizational call to action: Represent. Until then, take a look at photos from the 47th Biennial Convention in San Antonio.
    Call for abstracts is open.

  • Omega Kapter Chapter: AGM and Election of Officers

  • Weather Cancelation for fall membership meeting Nov 4th

    Due to the severe weather forecast for the evening of November 4th, the Zeta Delta at-large fall membership meeting will be cancelled for everyone's safety. The fall meeting with Dr. Bill Buron's research presentation on personhood in clients with dementia will be rescheduled. 

  • Induction Ceremony

    We would love for all to join!
  • Sigma at HEB Feast of Sharing

  • An evening discussion with our very own Dr. Cynthia Grabski regarding concussions

    Join us at Utica University on November 13th 7pm-8:30pm to discuss concussion updates with Dr. Cynthia Grabski. 

    If interested, please email JoAnn at jvraker@gmail.com by November 10th.

    We look forward to seeing everyone!

    JoAnn Racino

    Interim President & Treasurer Iota Delta Chapter at Large

  • Thank you!

    In the last 90 days, the following members of Psi Delta have renewed their memberships. Our thanks go out to these nurses for their continuing support!

    Lisa A.

    Isabel Ann C.

    Marie Elliott G.

    Lisa Orme G.

    Kimberly G.

    Emilee Baber H.

    Heather Maddox H.

    Michelle M.

    Trevor M.

    Lauren M N.

    Kristen Nicole O.

    Tamra Weatherford R.

    Sarah Elizabeth S.

    Sharon S.

  • Call for Abstracts

    We are excited to share that Sigma's North America Region 6 is sending out a Call for Abstracts. The submission window opens TODAY and ends November 5, 2024 at 23:59 Central. You are invited to submit an abstract for your research study, quality improvement project or evidence-based practice project. All three categories, in oral or poster format, will be considered for this momentous first regional symposium. The Conference Planning Committee wants to encourage student participants to submit a poster abstract and participate in our poster competition. Awards will be described in future announcements. Please see the attachment for full details. Chapter leaders are encouraged to share this email with all their members.

     

    Then JOIN US on April 3 & 4, 2025 in New Orleans, LA when we showcase the incredible work going on in Region 6 to advance the science of nursing, and to improve patient care and safety around the world. 

  • Research Symposium - opportunity

    We are working closely with Stanford Health Care & Stanford Children's Health to offer a virtual research symposium February 25, 2025.   

    If you are interested in presenting at this international event please contact Susan Rushton Susyr@telus.net by Nov. 8, 2024.   We are the sole Canadian Chapter represented!     Other groups include:  University of San Francisco, San Jose State University, Oregon Health and Science University,  Sacramento State university and University of California-Davis. 

    Thank about it--  It'll be great!

    Susan Rushton

  • Gamma Kappa Fall 2024 Induction

    Dear Esteemed Board Members, Nurse Leaders, and Chapter Members:

    Please join us during the 2024 Gamma Kappa Chapter Fall Induction as we welcome 78 new members from the undergraduate and graduate program of the University at Buffalo School of Nursing. 

    The event will be held at 403 Hayes Hall on Tuesday, Nov 5 from 3 to 5 PM

    Unable to make it in person, no problem, there is a zoom option! The chat box will be monitored. Feel free to let us know you are online.

    If you haven't done so, please RSVP to mb296@buffalo.edu

    See you there!
    Cheers!
    Tess Bernardo. President

    Gamma Kappa Chapter  

  • Dine to Donate

    Good day Eta Rho Members,

    Eta Rho is excited to announce our first "Dine to Donate" event.  Funds raised will go directly to support scholarships for newly inducted nursing students at Eastern Michigan University.  Aubree's will donate 20% of all orders back to EMU Eta Rho!!!   

    Location: AUBREE's in Depot Town (39 East Cross Street  Ypsilanti, MI 48197)

    Valid on Dine-In, Carry Out, and Delivery (must present flyer)

    Date:  11/7/2024

    Time: 11am-8pm

    We appreciate your support!!

    Kindly,

    The Board of Directors 

  • Resume Workshop

    date time location of event
  • Eta Beta Fall Dinner

  • Chapter Update- Video and Slides Included