Omega Epsilon at-Large Chapter

We look forward to celebrating our next Chapter Induction Ceremony on December 15th 12.00-15.00 pm at HSG-030 School of Nursing and Midwifery, Health Sciences Building, University of Limerick. Further details and Microsoft teams link to follow. All members welcome.

Sigma Europe Region Research Grants Closing Sigma EU Research Grants 1st Nov 2025  https://europe.sigmanursing.org/new-page110/new-page2962 Sigma Europe Region Members Stipends for Kuopio Regional Conference 2026 Closing 1st Nov 2025. 1anchor1 Sigma Europe Region Awards for Excellence in Nursing & Midwifery 2026 Closing portal Sigma EU Awards 2026 1st Nov 2025                1anchor1

The International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame recognizes nurse researchers who achieve significant and sustained national and/or international recognition for their work and whose research actively influences the profession and the people it serves. Sigma membership is required. PURPOSE The Emerging Nurse Researcher/Scholar Award recognizes an early career nurse researcher/scholar from each of Sigma’s seven global regions whose research/scholarship has influenced the nursing profession and the people it serves. Sigma membership is required. For the purpose of this award, the following definitions apply: • Research: Completed systematic process of studious investigation that increases the knowledge or understanding on a topic or issue • Scholarship: Completed work, product, and/or outcome indicative of the generation, synthesis, translation, application, and dissemination of knowledge that aims to improve and/or transform health ELIGIBILITY All active Sigma members worldwide who completed and earned a master’s or doctoral degree after 1 December 2020 and through 1 December 2025 are eligible for this award. This information must be included in the submission materials. Members may self-nominate but are required to submit an additional narrative from a supporting nominator. Current Sigma Board of Directors, Sigma elected international committee members, Sigma staff, Sigma consultants and contracted staff, and members of the judging committee are not eligible to receive this award, serve as nominators, or write letters of support. Members of appointed committees may participate in the award process. NOMINATION TIMELINE 17 July–11 December 2025 NOTIFICATION  Award recipients will be notified in February 2026.  PRESENTATION All awards will be presented at Sigma’s 37th International Nursing Research Congress in July 2026. General What is the awards website? https://www.sigmanursing.org/advance-elevate/awards/nurse-researcher-awards Nominations are submitted through an online system: https://stti-awards.confex.com/stti_awards/nr2026/cfp.cgi When is the awards deadline? 11 December 2025, 11:59 p.m. EDT

Are you ready to shape the future of nursing? Now is your chance! Welcome to the 8th Sigma European Regional Conference – Kuopio 2026! Abstract submission is now open until 15th October due to a high volume of submissions. We eagerly await your innovative and impactful contributions on the following themes: ✨ Future Nursing Leadership – Defining sustainable and effective leadership in nursing. 💪 Healthy Workforce – Prioritizing staff well-being as the foundation of quality care. 🔒 Safety in Nursing – Advancing patient and workforce safety through cutting-edge strategies. 🌱 Sustainability in Nursing – Making nursing practices more environmentally and socially sustainable. 📚 Health Pedagogy and Technology – Transforming healthcare education with innovative learning methods and technological integration. 🤝 Co-Design with Patients – Fostering patient-centered care through collaborative approaches. 🚀 Advancing Future Nursing Practice – Elevating nursing methodologies with forward-thinking solutions. 🔬 Methodological Innovations in Nursing – Exploring novel research and development techniques. Join the conversation and help shape the future of nursing! This is your opportunity to share your insights, expertise, and vision with an international audience. Submit your abstract and be part of the change! Go to 👉🏻 link below   #SigmaERC2026   #SigmaKuopio2026 📸: Vicente Serra/City of Kuopio, Tiina Syyrilä

Are you interested in hearing more about or joining Sigma’s “Omega Epsilon at-Large Chapter”? Sigma, Omega Epsilon at-Large Chapter and School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick  were delighted to host an online Masterclass recently. Tune in to this video if you would like to know more about Sigma Nursing and membership of the Ireland Chapter (branch) of Sigma Nursing, called Omega Epsilon at-Large. The School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick who hosted this online event was incorporated into Sigma in 2021. Hear from the Mr Lucas Davis CEO of Sigma and Dr Elizabth Weathers, member of Sigma's International Board of Directors and founding Past President of the only Ireland chapter of Sigma, Omega Epsilon at-Large.