Dear Rho Chapter Colleagues,
The deadline for nominations for our annual Rho Chapter Nursing Excellence Awards is coming soon--February 15. 

Please consider nominating a deserving colleague or student. Nominees (except for students) must be Rho members.
Go to the Rho website to view the nomination form and the criteria for each award
http://nursing.umich.edu/info/current-students/clubs-organizations/sigma-theta-tau/awards
Online nominations can be submitted through a link on this URL:
https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9yMYPYsQYyX3sDc

A nomination form is also attached to this email.

THE DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS IS FEBRUARY 15, 2026.
Questions?  Contact Amy Lee, Awards Chairperson (amyurim@umich.edu)

Thank you for helping to honor our deserving Rho colleagues.

Sigma Rho Chapter Prospective Members—Here’s your chance to learn more about all of the Sigma benefits and get your questions answered. Use the QR code to register.

All students who received Sigma Rho member invitations are invited to a Sigma Rho Informational Zoom Meeting, hosted by our Chair of Membership Engagement, Fiorella, on Wednesday, February 4, or Thursday, February 12, from 7–8 PM EST! Join us to learn about the benefits of Sigma Rho. Accepting your invitation is a chance to grow personally and professionally, build meaningful connections, and contribute your ideas to a community that values your voice. Bring your questions since we’ll have time for Q&A too.“ link: https://forms.gle/uQLERBSeniqraf9y7

Sigma Rho nursing honor society is seeking nominations for the annual Nursing Excellence Awards recognizing outstanding nurses in the areas of Nursing Education, Nursing Practice, Leadership, Research, and more.

We are also seeking student candidates for Student Leadership and Mentorship awards.

Please consider nominating a nurse or student colleague. You do not have to be a Rho member to submit a nomination, but nominees (except for student awards) must be Rho members. Not sure if your nominee is a Sigma member? Contact Amy Lee, Awards chair (amyurim@umich.edu)

To see criteria for each award:

http://nursing.umich.edu/info/current-students/clubs-organizations/sigma-theta-tau/awards

To submit online nominations:

https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9yMYPYsQYyX3sDc

Heard from a little birdie to check your email! 💟

Sigma Rho Member Invitations will be sent out the week of Jan 19!

IPN is sponsoring a Live Webinar on Human Trafficking on Wednesday January 14th from 6-7PM (EST) as IPN continues to provide educational programs from the former "Nurses: Taking The Lead" series. Registration fee for EVERYONE is $10. There is 1.0 contact hour that is provided though Eastern Michigan University.  Use this link for registration and more information: https://ipnursing.org/

"Thank you to everyone who supported our baked goods sale for Breast Cancer Awareness month. We sold out of conchos immediately and moved lots of donuts!

You can still support our breast cancer walk team--join us to walk or donate here:

https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=110904&pg=team&team_id=2834972__;!!NnSTv5QBqPjS9UMk!KOLF05i9mWEd6xeBThJgAWssEjdMtcW1PzFiD7ndqJ31pJ6mERkayjWJE7FvTnQi-jUktFkB7HF46E9DNPL8044$

Sigma Rho is hosting a Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser during the week of October 20. Our team goal is $1000 for the American Cancer Society’s walk in Ann Arbor.
Two ways to donate:

Monday, Oct. 20, from 11 AM–12:30 PM 426 NIB (Main Lobby Atrium).

Donut and Conchos sale

Every treat sold supports life-saving research, patient programs, and a stronger community united against breast cancer. Venmo or cash will be acceptable payment methods!
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

Breast Cancer Walk (or team donation)

Washtenaw Community College, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI

Join our walk team or support us with a donation.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or use this link

https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=110904&pg=team&team_id=2834972 

Questions? Contact Arlette Morales (arlettem@umich.edu).

Thank you for supporting this cause which has touched so many women including our Rho members!

In honor of Founders Day, October 5, Rho Chapter is reminding members who are able to donate that this is the perfect time to contribute to the Sigma Foundation. This fund supports international members' research and leadership development. Even small donations help. Learn more:  https://www.sigmanursing.org/why-sigma/sigma-foundation-for-nursing

Thank you!

The IPN Fall conference features our very own Deb Lee as keynote speaker, discussing: Critical Thinking in an age of AI: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals
REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 1!
Date & time: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 (registration at 5pm, dinner at 6pm, presentation at 7pm)
Location: Mediterrano Restaurant, 2900 S. State St, Ann Arbor, MI
Cost: $40 for Rho members (discount available for undergraduate students and retirees)
1.0 NCPD credit available
Register here https://ipnursing.org/
Hope to see you there!

Did you miss the spring edition of our Rho Chapter newsletter in your email? Read it here

Calling all Sigma Rho Chapter members! Are you interested in serving as a Mentor on Demand to nursing students and nurse leaders? This low-commitment service opportunity allows nurses in practice or leadership positions, educators, researchers, and more to provide short-term mentorship opportunities, such as advice on career paths, resumes, cover letters, goal statements for graduate school, and job shadowing! Joining this program is voluntary for the 2025-2026 academic year. Mentors may also offer services virtually. Nurses with any level of experience, from early career to retirement, are welcome. Interested in becoming a Mentor on Demand? Please fill out this form by July 31st, 2025.
https://forms.gle/w2Vn12a34BSLzB2j6
Questions? Contact Emily Azhari (eazhari@umich.edu) 

APPLY NOW TO BE A RHO CHAPTER STUDENT LEADER INTERN

--Financial support for conference attendance to develop leadership skills or to present your project.

Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Noon - 5:30 p.m..  University of Michigan School of Nursing Building 2
This year's event focuses on artificial intelligence and features keynote speaker Stephen Ferrara, DNP, FNP-BC, FAAN, FAANP, FNAP, FNAM, Associate Dean of AI and Professor, Columbia University School of Nursing
Rho Chapter will be sponsoring awards for 4 student poster presenters
Registration: https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_erjjg8Gpc4rCPK6

JOIN US AT THE REGION 10 CONFERENCE
April 4 & 5,  Kensington Hotel, Ann Arbor. Several Rho members will be presenting. The program features an excellent array of research topics and opportunities for CE's in implicit bias, pain management, and human trafficking. 
Registration: https://sigmaregion10.com/Conference/registration.php