Nursing Honorary Society
Kappa Lambda Chapter is a chartered member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. The society was established in 1922 by six nurses from Indiana and is now the second largest nursing organization in the world with 406 chapters in 90 different countries and territories. The name Sigma Theta Tau is derived from the initials of the Greek words Storga, Tharos, and Tima, which means love, courage, and honor. The mission of the society is to provide leadership and scholarship in practice, education and research to enhance the health of all people. It does this by:
- Recognizing superior achievement in Nursing
- Encouraging leadership development
- Fostering high nursing standards
- Stimulating creative work
- Strengthening the commitment to the ideals of the profession
Membership is by invitation to baccalaureate and graduate nursing student who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, and to community leaders who exhibit exceptional achievements in nursing. For more information about Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing visit its web site at www.nursingsociety.org.
Kappa Lambda Chapter has inducted over 350 members since its beginning in 1988. Senior undergraduate nursing students and graduate nursing students who have completed over a quarter their program with a GPA of 3.0 are eligible for membership pending final approval by chapter members at the annual voting meeting. New members are inducted in the fall of the year.
Kappa Lambda Chapter annually offers two to three $500 scholarships for:
- Traditional BSN students
- Non-traditional BSN students (i.e., students who have an RN, LPN, or any other type of degree, or are over 23 years of age.)
- Graduate/Post-graduate students
Criteria for applying:
- Enrollment in Otterbein's BSN Programs as a junior or senior; or in MSN program; or in post-graduate NP program
- GPA 3.5 or above
- Demonstrates leadership potential or achievements
- Evidence of community service
- Preference is given to Kappa Lambda members
For more information about applying for these scholarships, contact the Department of Nursing.
Spring 2008
Fall 2007 newsletter
Kappa Lambda Chapter also offers one or two research grants each year. Contact the Department of Nursing for an application form.
