Nursing Honorary
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Kappa Lambda Chapter is a chartered member of the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International. Kappa Lambda chartered in 1988 is the 249th chapter.
Six student nurses founded The Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau in 1922 at the Indiana University Training School for Nurses, now the Indiana University School of Nursing, in Indianapolis, Ind., USA. The name comes from the Greek words Storgé, Tharsos and Timé meaning "love," "courage," and "honor." There are over 400 chapters in more than 90 countries, making the Society the second largest nursing organization in the world.
Mission
The mission of the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International is to support the learning, knowledge and professional development of nurses committed to making a difference in health worldwide.
Society Vision
The vision of the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International is to create a global community of nurses who lead in using knowledge, scholarship, service and learning to improve the health of the world’s people.
Purposes
- 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.
- Provide support, including funding. to other organizations exempt from federal income taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
- Assist and engage in any other activities which are permitted to be carried on by organizations exempt from federal income taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Membership
Membership in the chapter is by invitation to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship and to nurse leaders exhibiting exceptional achievements in nursing. The requirements for student candidates are superior academic achievement, academic integrity, and professional leadership potential. Baccalaureate students have to complete "at least one-half of the required nursing curriculum" and "rank not lower than the highest 35 percent of their class in scholarship." Graduate students who have completed at least ¼ of the nursing curriculum and achieved academic excellence (at least a 3.5 grade point average) may be inducted as new members (International bylaws). The chapter serves its members through a variety of
programs, activities, and services.
Scholarships
Kappa Lambda Chapter offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students with preference given to chapter members. Contact the Department of Nursing for application information.
More Information
Additional information about Sigma Theta Tau International and resources available to all students and its members is available at its website at www.nursingsociety.org.