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Sigma Theta Tau Newsletter

XI Alpha Receives

Chapter Key Award

Mrs. Jean Hastings and Dr. Lynn Parsons accepted this well deserved honor for the chapter at the 2001 STTI biennial convention.

 The MTSU, School of Nursing, Xi Alpha Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International received its second key award this past November at the biennial convention. The chapter must fulfill several critical activities as well as foster collaboration of research and mentorship of new inductees.  It is through the efforts of dedicated members like you that this award was possible.   The chapter has a lot to be proud of.

Inside This Issue

Xi Alpha Chapter receives Key Award – p. 1
Looking Ahead – p. 1
Calendar of Events – p. 2
Research Award Criteria – p. 2
Chapter News– p. 3

Happy New Year!!

LOOKING AHEAD
to 2002

We always look forward to new and exciting things with the coming of a new year.  It is time to set our sights toward three critical events for the chapter.

 Ø     Election of New Officers

 Ø     Induction

 Ø     Research and Scholarly Presentations

Make sure to mark your calendars and plan to attend these important meetings and events.  If you are interested in becoming an officer or presenting at the sharing day for research and scholarly activities contact Mrs. Judy Campbell (898-5729, off # 230, CKNB).

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 Looking for Community Leaders!!

 The Xi Alpha Chapter is actively looking for those exceptional community nurses.  If you are a practicing RN and interested in joining our chapter or know someone who fits this profile, contact Mrs. Jean Hastings (898-2410, off. 233 CKNB).

 http://www.mtsu.edu/~xialpha/

wJan.   18   12:00 PM   Informational meeting for prospective members MTSU Room 121

wFeb.  11     5:30 PM   Chapter meeting and Election of Officers and acceptance of new members  Dinner at Don Pablos

wMar.  1     12:00 PM   Induction application and fees to Pat O'Leary MTSU Room 227

wMar.  14     2:00 PM   Research and scholarly presentations MTSU Foundation House

wApr.   14     3:00 PM   Annual INDUCTION of new and transfer members MTSU School of Nursing Room 121 - reception to follow

Meet the Xi Alpha Officers

Mrs. Jean Hastings, President

Mrs. Judy Campbell, Vice-President

Mrs. Renee Dugger, Secretary

Dr. Pat O’Leary, Treasurer

Dr. Linda Covington, Counselor

 Got an idea for a research project and
need some startup funds? 

Look to the Chapter for Help!!!

 Xi Alpha has a Research Award to assist members get their foot in the research door. 

Research Award Criteria

A research award cosponsored by the NHC Chair of Excellence at Middle Tennessee State University is available for members. 

The purpose of the research award is to offer a small sum (up to $300) for a meritorious research project conducted by a chapter member (s).  It is expected that this award will provide funds for piloting a large project or startup costs for a smaller project.

Selection criteria:

1. Primary investigator must hold active membership in Xi Alpha Chapter.
2. Submission of a brief research proposal – including budget – for a project on a health related topic.
3. Likelihood of completion of project.

The deadline for submission is

Monday, March 11, 2002.

For additional information please see:

Dr. Lynn Parsons  (898-2444, office # 226, CKNB).