Psi at-Large Chapter

Northwest University held induction April 29 with Julie Crews BSN, RN, IBCLC, a NU graduate, as their keynote speaker. Please welcome new inductees Shataya A., Tesfalidet B., Kathleen C., Katelyn C., Cecily H., Kelly J., Breanna K., Kendra O., Jocelyn R., Gina H., and April M. M.

The Annual Global Conference at Seattle Pacific University on April 13 was fun and inspirational.  All topics were very positively received and discussed by the 58 participants.  Ten people joined us online while the enthusiasm in the beautiful room at SPU was obvious.  Thanks to Dr. Robin Evans-Agnew for leading off the day with a fascinating talk on Planetary Health. Dr. Carrie Ann Matyac and Pacific Lutheran University BSN Student Sarah Bell Rosenlund discussed Experiential Learning in Oaxaca, Mexico, Olympic College BSN students (Tyrone Earnest, Maria Green, Inga Jordan, Rosemay Njuguma, and Li Wang) shared their assessment and work on a shower program in a foodbank, and Northwest Students discussed their cross cultural trips to Kenya and Greece (Kendra Opsata & Tes Beyene). The day closed with an impactful talk about the use of photovoice action research on what “a good life” means in Andean Equador by Dr. Jen Fricas.  Fascinating topics, great networking, and an overall, fun time!

Please congratulate Psi -at-Large members who are stepping into or continuing leadership positions with our chapter.   President elect for 2024-2025:  Beth Gill Vice President for 2024-2026: Chris Tersigni Governance Committee Chair:  Anne Poppe Governance committee Member:  Tracy Holt Leadership Succession:  Frances Chu & Carrie Ann Matyac Transition and orientation to these roles will occur June 22 at the spring Board retreat. We wish them a rewarding experience!

Come get to know Psi at Large and what all we have to offer.  All are welcome.  April 2 and May 20 at 7 pm  New Date of June 5 at 7 pm also!

March at Psi-at-Large 1.     Come join members assembling First Aid Kits on March 10 for our Health Teaching Event at Tacoma Rescue Mission.  All students, Psi at Large Members, and Friends are welcome at 1 pm.  Many hands will make this task simple and quick.  Thanks to all who donated supplies.  Address:  21716 Big Valley Road NE, Poulsbo, WA.  Email president@psiatlarge.org for questions. 2.     Do not forget your opportunity to participate in Health Teaching at Tacoma Rescue Mission. Lets get engaged in this grassroots effort!  Contact mhuntingtonfrazier@gmail.com for details. 3.      A Heartfelt Congratulations to all new Sigma inductees, faculty and staff at Pacific Lutheran University for their passion for nursing.  See their picture at the bottom.  4.       Exploring NCLEX Content With Test Strategies and Practice Questions 19 March 2024 11:00 a.m. ET  Register below.