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Welcome to the Omicron Delta Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International!
We are proud to be the Nursing Honor Society associated with the University of Phoenix
and have about 2,000 active members around the world.

Chapter Events

For the chapter, it's World Water Day everyday.  We're proud to have donated over $10,000 to water.org over these years to help end the water crisis.  Water.org is a 501(c)3 organization.  During the year, Omicron Delta hosts "Walk for Water" events that go along with education conferences.  The chapter has walked in many locations such as Indianapolis, Savannah, Chicago, San Francisco, St Louis, Las Vegas and Washington DC.  Thank you to the many who helped the chapter achieve our goals.

H2Omicron Delta is our service initiative for the promotion of access to clean water worldwide.  Every day women in third world countries walk an average of 3.4 miles to collect clean water for the family's needs.  Please consider donating through the link below in order for the chapter to get the donation applied to our goal.  Help us live the Sigma vision – Connected, empowered nurse leaders transforming global healthcare. 

  Donate to water.org here  

Membership Connection

2024 General Membership Meeting:
April 3 at 5pm-6:30pm Pacific Time

Please join us for our Annual General Membership Meeting. Connect with your fellow members, take home tips for self-care, and receive updates on chapter activities from Omicron Delta leaders.

Officer Reports:  Will be posted a week in advance of the meeting.

Look forward to seeing you there! 

   RSVP here  

Schedule

  • Icebreaker/Introductions  
  • Member Presentation– Nita Magee “Tips on Self-care for Nurses” 
  • Officer Reports 
  • Q & A- Discussion
  • Wrap-up/Drawings 

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Continuing Education ... Free CEs...More available in our Omicron Delta CE library and Collaborative CE library

Nursing and SDGs

April 8, 2024
The Phi Gamma, Omicron Delta, & Nu Xi at-large Chapters, in collaboration with Our Lady of Fatima University, are very excited to welcome…. Janice Hawkins, PhD, RN, CNS-BC; 
Clinical Associate Professor; Old Dominion University School of Nursing; Virginia Beach, Virginia

   Register now  
Collaborative Continuing Education Consortium
FREE CNE/CEU/Contact Hour: 1

Celebrating Men in Nursing

May 12, 2024
The Phi Gamma, Omicron Delta, & Nu Xi at-large Chapters, in collaboration with Our Lady of Fatima University, are very excited to welcome…. Ernest J. Grant, PhD, RN, FAAN; 
Vice Dean of the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging; Duke University School of Nursing; Durham, North Carolina

   Register now  
Collaborative Continuing Education Consortium
FREE CNE/CEU/Contact Hour: 1

Pediatric Palliative Care: Why should we talk about it?

The Phi Gamma, Omicron Delta, & Nu Xi at-large Chapters, in collaboration with Our Lady of Fatima University, are very excited to welcome…. Christy Torkildson, PhD, RN, PHN, FPCN, HEC-C; Associate Professor, Program Lead, MSN - Public Health Program, Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Arizona               HANDOUT Torkildson Pediatric Palliative Care.pdf

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Collaborative Continuing Education Consortium
FREE CNE/CEU/Contact Hour: 1
    Access Course            Access Evaluation 

 

April 10-30, 2024   Election Ballot open.

Help make a difference in the future of your Chapter

This year's open positions are Treasurer (2 year term), Counselor (2 year term), and two Leadership Succession Committee members (2 year terms). 
See our Election Page for more information and position descriptions.

A message from our President...

With Much Love, Courage, Honor and Peace...
Antoinette Dziedzic, PhD., MSN, RN
Omicron Delta President 2022-2024

Happy New Year, Omicron Delta Members!


The new Sigma Organizational Call to Action is REPRESENT!

Within that word is the word “PRESENT”

My “PRESENT” to you is a very special gift that you can never see,

The reason it’s so special is it’s just for you from me. Whenever you are happy or even feeling blue, you only need to think of me, and know I think of you. You can never unwrap this “PRESENT”, it doesn’t come with ribbons or bows. Just close your eyes and think of all the LOVE, COURAGE, and HONOR that is “PRESENT” inside of YOU! 


Within SIGMA’S new Call to Action, set forth by the new President, Dr. Sandra Bibb, we are challenged to:

REFLECT and show the change we want to see by communicating a Caring Culture

RESPECT everyone by cultivating Cultural Humility, and

RESPOND to the demand for current and relevant approaches by championing Contemporary Practice.


The Omicron Delta Chapter is REPRESENTING excellence in nursing leadership, scholarship, and service after receiving our 9th Chapter Key Award and Regional Excellence Award! A big congratulations to our active members who make this recognition possible. As the saying goes, we are not “resting on our laurels!”


WE HAVE SOME BIG PLANS FOR THE COMING YEAR!

Mark your calendar for our 1st Annual Knowledge and Innovation Conference. We are partnering with the University of Phoenix College of Nursing for this free, virtual one-day event. Save the date...September 28, 2024

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On behalf of the Omicron Delta Chapter, I wish you a peaceful holiday season and joy in the new year! Take time to Reflect on the past year, Respect yourself and one another, and Respond to the promise of the New Year!


Chapter Programs

Passport Program ... share the journey

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"Footsteps through 2024"  An active/experiential journey that awards you for your engagement, educational pursuits and service.    All information shared on our Passport page.

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Begins: January 15

Destination: December 15

.....Find ways to build connections with members for lasting relationships
.....Track your personal footsteps to win prizes and recognition, when you attend CEU seminars, awareness focus chats and participate in volunteer service initiatives.
.....The more footsteps you complete, the more swag you will be awarded!

Chapter Meetings 

First Monday monthly ... 12:00 - 1:00 PM (Pacific)
Please go our volunteer page for more information and to connect with the Committee Chair.

Fourth Wednesday monthly ... 5:00 - 6:30 PM (Pacific)
Please go our volunteer page for more information and to connect with the Committee Chair. 

First Monday bi-monthly ... 5:00 - 6:00 PM (Pacific)
Please go our volunteer page for more information and to connect with the Committee Chair. 

Chapter Service

A Million Thanks
A Million Thanks provides support and appreciation to our active and veteran military men and women through sending letters and granting betterment of life wishes, as well as providing higher education scholarships to their children.  Our Million Thanks webpage will share how to get started.  We would love for our Omicron Delta members to make a difference to those that are giving so much.
 
Kindness Campaign
The campaign involves giving business card recognition to those who demonstrate gestures of kindness. It is the hope of Omicron Delta that kindness will beget kindness; affirmation will help kindness spread. And we will make a difference in creating a kinder, gentler, more caring world. If you wish to give out Kindness Campaign cards, click the pdf template links on our Kindness Campaign page.

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Providing homemade hats to children and elderly in need.  Information
Providing homemade blankets to children in need.  Information
Promotion of access to clean water worldwide.  Information

Chapter News

Omicron Delta receives 9th Key Award

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It is with great pride and excitement that I announce that the Omicron Delta Chapter will be an 9-time recipient of the Chapter Key Award at the upcoming Biennial Convention!

The Chapter Key Award, established in 1991, honors Sigma chapters that excel in chapter-related activities such as:  

  • Membership recruitment and retention
  • Publicity and programming
  • Professional and leadership development
  • Local, national, and international collaboration

This award is possible because of many dedicated members, striving for excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. I hope this information motivates you to continue to Renew your commitment to Sigma. I know that this recognition Rejuvenates my spirit to continue the amazing work of the chapter.

BE BOLD and proud of your accomplishments!

 With Much Love, Courage, and Honor...
Antoinette Dziedzic, PhD., MSN, RN

Omicron Delta President 2022-2024
If you are not currently a member of our Nursing Honor Society, we would be honored to have you visit our membership page for information and applications. 
There are two ways to become a member ... as a student or as a nurse professional.
Nurse Professionals may apply here.
What it means to be a member of our Chapter...

Thank you to all our members, our leaders and to the University of Phoenix for 25 amazing years!


Chapter Discussions

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Sigma News

35th International Research Congress

25-28 July 2024 | Singapore            6-8 August 2024 | Virtual

Join Sigma in Singapore to connect and engage with over 800 nurse researchers, students, clinicians, and leaders who are focused on evidence-based research.
Congress Theme:  Sharing Insights, Advancing Care: Disseminating Nursing Research and Evidence for the Future...Program Outcomes: Learners will report an increase in their nursing knowledge, skill, or overall practice; Learners will report that the conference helped meet their personal goal for attending.

Sigma Events


  • Webinar: What's Next? A Virtual Tour of Sigma

    Apr 9, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM (ET)
    As a member of Sigma, there are a lot of opportunities for you to take advantage of! Attend this session to take a tour of the "My Membership" portal, where you'll create your membership experience!    Tuesday, 9 April 2024 1:00 p.m. Eastern  Register today .