Nursing Honorary
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Kappa Lambda Chapter is a chartered member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
Mission
The society provides 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
Become a Member
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.
Apply for Scholarships
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
How to apply:
- 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.
History
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.
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.