Tau Upsilon Chapter

Call for Nominations: 2026 Sigma Tau Upsilon Chapter Awards. The Executive Board of Tau Upsilon is excited to announce that nominations are now open for our 2026 Chapter Awards. Each year, we take this opportunity to recognize the outstanding service, research, and leadership demonstrated by nurses, nursing students, and friends of nursing in our community. We invite faculty, students, and practitioners to nominate an exceptional colleague or student today. Key Dates to Remember 🗓️ Nomination Deadline: March 20th, 2026.⌛️ Induction Ceremony: All awards will be presented on Saturday, April 18, 2026. How to Nominate Please email all nomination packages directly to our Awards Chair, Heather Sweet, at hsweet73@uwindsor.ca. If you have any questions regarding the submission process, feel free to reach out to her via email. Scan the QR code provided to view the full list of awards, specific eligibility criteria, and submission requirements. We look forward to celebrating the incredible work being done by our nurses and partners this year!

This is a friendly reminder that the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) Workshop for Graduate Students is taking place this Friday, January 16, 2026. Sigma members and graduate students are welcome to attend. Topic: Exploring the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) for Graduate Nursing Students: RAM Middle Range Theory in Practice & Research Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 Format: Virtual via Zoom Times: Eastern: 1:00–4:00 PM Central: 12:00–3:00 PM Pacific: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM Cost: FREE (registration required) Register Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026RAMGradStudentWorkshop

Sigma Tau Upsilon is proud to sponsor a local family in need this Christmas, and we’re inviting all students and community members to join us in spreading some holiday cheer. For further details, and to be connected with the organizer, please email us at sttitauupsilon@hotmail.com This year’s family includes: • A single mother • Two teenage daughters (ages 17 & 15) • A newborn baby boy arriving this month Our support will help make their holiday season a little brighter. How You Can Help: Please send an email to sttitauupsilon@hotmail.com, and we will connect you with the organizer. Monetary donations, etransfers, and gift cards are accepted. Donation Deadline: December 18, 2025 Wish List: Clothing Sizes: • (36-year-old, female): Medium women’s / Small men’s, Shoes 7–7.5 • (17-year-old, female): Women’s Small / Medium, Shoes 6.5, slippers, Hello Kitty • (15-year-old, female): Women’s XL / Men’s Large (Nike), Shoes Women’s 11 / Men’s 9, slippers, Hello Kitty • (newborn): 3–6 month baby items Gift Ideas: • Stroller, diaper bag • Clothing or accessory gift cards (Garage, Ardene, SportChek, Walmart) • Bath & Body Works items • Makeup, eyelash sets • Hair accessories, hair clippers/buzzers • Jewelry (non-allergic) • Fake nails/nail supplies • Art supplies • Earbuds • Facial cleansers, pimple patches, face masks • Throw blankets • Candles • Vanilla, coconut, sandalwood, cedar scents • Single-size bedding set (black) • Black canopy with lights • Baby items (including 0–3 month outfits — Elf outfit welcome!) • Hello Kitty or Powerpuff Girls items • Perfumes (Ariana Grande) • Porcelain doll • Tummy time playmat • Cineplex movie vouchers • Christmas tree decorations • Bubble bath

Free Workshop for Graduate Nursing Students - January 16, 2026 Sigma chapters are pleased to share an upcoming Roy Adaptation Model Workshop for Graduate Students, sponsored by the Roy Adaptation Association International (RAA-I) and Sigma Chapters. Date: January 16, 2026 Format: Virtual (Zoom) Time: • 1:00–4:00 PM Eastern • 12:00–3:00 PM Central • 10:00 AM–1:00 PM Pacific What to Expect: • Expert-led discussions • International perspectives from experienced professional’s • Ideal for master’s and doctoral students • Session will be recorded for registrants Cost: Free (registration required) Zoom link sent by email after registration Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026RAMGradStudentWorkshop This is a great opportunity for graduate students to deepen theoretical knowledge and connect with nursing scholars from around the world. Please share with anyone who may be interested!

Join Sigma - Tau Upsilon Chapter's Fall Social and Philanthropic Event at Thiessen Orchards* on October 4th, 2025 (Saturday), from 10AM to 1:30PM (You are welcome to stay and explore until 5:30PM). Admission is $5 per person (kids and adults) for an all-day general pass (DOES NOT include the Haunted Barn). We encourage attendees to donate non-perishable food items/$ to our local food banks (UW student food bank).  For further details, please refer to the event flyer. To pre-purchase your ticket, please email sttitauupsilon@hotmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there! *We acknowledge Thiessen Orchards and their continued generous support of our event.