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 25 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. Upcoming Conferences/Opportunities Attention Charter Members, Past Officers, and Membership of Gamma Omicron at-large: Please join us November 13th at 6pm at Lightsey Chapel on the Charelston Southern University Campus for our annual induction ceremony and 30th anniversary celebration reception. As we celebrate our past and our future, we will recognize those who have set the foundation and the future of our chapter. Please RSVP to Mary Fischer by Friday, November 7, 2008. President Updates
August 2008
We have changed our meeting location to Fairfield Park in West Ashley (see link for directions). We will send out meeting reminders with information about ordering dinner prior to each meeting. If you would like dinner at the meeting, please be sure to RSVP to Mary Fischer with your order by the deadline and bring the appropriate funds (cash or check only) with you. Meeting Dates 2008-2009 Meeting Minutes August 12, 2008 September 9, 2008 October 14, 2008 November 13, 2008 January 13, 2009 February 10, 2009 March 10, 2009 April 14, 2009 May 12, 2009 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 Purposes of Sigma Theta Tau - Recognize superior achievement.
- Recognize the development of leadership qualities.
- Foster high professional standards.
- Encourage creative work.
- Strengthen commitment to the ideals and purposes of the profession.
Links
Sigma Theta Tau International Website Region 7 Information
VIP- Volunteer Interest Profile
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