Sigma Theta Tau, Gamma Omicron at-large Chapter

Calendar 2009-2010          Board of Directors 2009-2010       Goals 2009-2010

Completed Goals 2007-2008           Completed Goals 2008-2009

Letter from Tanya Lott, Chapter President (February 2010)

Gamma Omicron At-Large Chapter

Welcome to the website for the Gamma Omicron Chapter at large of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Gamma Omicron Chapter was chartered at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Nursing on April 14, 1978, with Alpha Chapter, Indiana University, as the sponsoring chapter. The charter members consisted of 76 new members and 13 transfer members. Over the past 30 years, 1348 members have been inducted into the chapter. On April 14, 2003, in the effort of collaboration between the Medical University of South Carolina College Of Nursing, and Charleston Southern University Derry Patterson Wingo School of Nursing Gamma Omicron At-Large Chapter was chartered.

Gamma Omicron chapter at large has a long and distinguished history of providing leadership to the profession of nursing, including supporting nursing education, scholarship, and service. We are a network of dedicated nursing professionals who are willing to share their expertise and knowledge with others.  More about the chapter's history...

Please enjoy browsing the website whether you are a member or contemplating membership. Also, feel free to browse the Sigma Theta Tau international website which is full of excellent resources for every nursing professional.

Meetings
Meeting location: Fairfield Park in West Ashley (see link for directions)  

2009-2010 Meeting Dates (meetings start at 5:30 unless otherwise noted) 
         (Minutes linked to date)
August 12, 2009 (Fairfield Park)
September 15, 2009 (Fairfield Park)
October 20, 2009 (Zeus Restaurant, Mt. Pleasant) - 
         Evidence Based Practice Presentation
November 12, 2009 - Induction (Medical University of South Carolina)
January 26, 2010 (Trident) 6:00pm -
         Scheduled Speaker: Dr. Ellagala - Flyer with details
February 16, 2010 (Fairfield Park)
March 16, 2010 (Sunfire Grill and Bistro, West Ashley) - 
          Speaker: Joan Herbert, Director and Coach, Organizational Performance, MUSC - Peer Interviewing
April 20 2010 (Fairfiled Park)
May 18, 2010 (Peninsula Grill, Downtown Charleston) - 
          Research award recipient Presentations

Upcoming Events:

USC College of Nursing - Mary Ann Parsons Conference
"Create a Cohesive Culture: Stop the Bullying"
Friday, February 12, 2010
Luncheon Invitation for Nurse Executives and Deans and Directors
Columbia Conference Center, Columbia, SC

STTI Leadership Summit
Keynote Speaker: Timothy Porter-O'Grady
April 23-24, 2010
Loews Atlanta Hotel, Atlanta, GA

2008-2009 Meeting Minutes                                              
   August 12, 2008
   September 9, 2008
   October 14, 2008
   November 13, 2008 - Induction
   January 13, 2009
   February 10, 2009
   March 10, 2009
   April 14, 2009
   May 12, 2009 - Annual Membership Meeting - Pictures Highlighting 2008-09

Membership

Membership in Sigma Theta Tau is an honor conferred on students in baccalaureate and graduate programs who have demonstrated excellence in their nursing programs. Graduates of a baccalaureate program who have demonstrated excellence in nursing leadership are eligible for membership consideration.
Charter Membership
Nurse Leader Nomination Form
Research Awards
Leadership Intern Information                     

Purposes of Sigma Theta Tau

1. Recognize superior achievement.
2. Recognize the development of leadership qualities.
3. Foster high professional standards.
4. Encourage creative work.
5. Strengthen commitment to the ideals and purposes of the profession.

Links
     Sigma Theta Tau International Website
     Region 7 Information
     VIP- Volunteer Interest Profile
     Featured International Research Article

Tanya Lott Receives Our Chapter Key Award Sunday, November 1, 2009 at the 40th Biennial Conference In Indianapolis

Member Global Accomplishment

Jennifer Shearer, Gamma Omicron at-Large member and Vice President, traveled to Ethiopia in June 2008 for the purpose of meeting prospective partners for a student cultural immersion experience. Please read about her global experience. Jennifer will be returning in May and is asking for donations of educational materials (any clinical supplies, teaching models, tools, including software).  If you have any donations, please contact Jennifer. Gamma Omicron at-large is also supporting this international project with a financial donation. Thank you, Jennifer, for representing nursing and Sigma Theta Tau, International!

2009 Research Awards

New Investigator Award (up to $2,000) -  Congratulations to our winner Pat Cathcart

Research Grant (up to $2,000) - Congratulations to our winner Karen Stanley!