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Sigma: Theta Epsilon Chapter

The Theta Epsilon chapter of Sigma is advancing world health and celebrating nursing excellence.

We are based out of Orlando, Florida and aim to uphold the values of Sigma in our community. Society Mission
The mission of the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International, is advancing world health and celebrating nursing excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. Society Vision
Sigma Theta Tau International's vision is to be the global organization of choice for nursing. Becoming a Member:

Undergraduate Nursing Student:
-Have completed half of the nursing curriculum.
-Achieve academic excellence.
-For universities/institutions of higher education that use a 4.0 grade point average system to measure academic achievement, baccalaureate students must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.5. GPAs should be computed according to the policies of the university.
-Meet the expectation of academic integrity.
*An invitation to join will be sent to you if you meet the following criteria.*

RN-to-BSN:
-Have completed 12 credit hours at their current school.
-Have completed half of the nursing curriculum.
-Achieve academic excellence
-For universities/institutions of higher education that use a 4.0 grade point average system to measure academic achievement, baccalaureate students must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.5. GPAs should be computed according to the policies of the university.
-Meet the expectation of academic integrity. Graduate MSN and DNP Students:
-Have completed 1/4 of the nursing curriculum.
-Achieve academic excellence.
-For universities/institutions of higher education that use a 4.0 grade point average system to measure academic achievement, graduate students must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.5. GPAs should be computed according to the policies of the university.
-Meet the expectation of academic integrity.
-*Students in graduate programs who are registered nurses, legally recognized to practice in their country and have a minimum of a baccalaureate degree or the equivalent in any field, shall be eligible to be considered as a Nurse Leader at any point in the program.*

Nurse Leader Candidates:
-Provide a complete Curriculum Vitae (CV).
-Be legally recognized to practice nursing in their country.
-Have a minimum of a baccalaureate degree or the equivalent in any field.
-Demonstrate achievement in nursing.

01/13/2026

Our meet the member Monday feature is Dr. Gene Waterval. Fun fact- he was awarded the Friends of Sigma award at our Scholarship Day event previously!

Why did you choose to be involved in Sigma? Sigma is a world-wide professional nursing organization dedicated to advancing nursing knowledge and offers great networking opportunities.

How long have you been a board member? About 10 years

Have you held previous positions? Chair of the Governance Committee and Leadership Succession Committee

Your nursing interests: Research interest in nursing workload and error reduction, professional governance, Magnet, Current role: Nursing Director Research and Education at Nemours Children’s Health Central Florida
Your nursing interests: Research interest in nursing workload and error reduction, professional governance, Magnet, Current role: Nursing Director, Research and Education at Nemours Children’s Health Central Florida.

01/10/2026

Happy New Year! We wish you health and wellness and look forward to a great year!

01/09/2026

Major kudos to the Sigma publications team and the Evidence-Informed Health Policy, Revised Second Edition authors for their Third Place honor in the American Journal of Nursing's Book of the Year Awards! If you've ever wanted a seat at the policy table but have never been quite sure where to start, this book gives you the tools, language, and confidence to influence health policy at the local, state, and national levels. Get your copy » https://bit.ly/4qcRHRj

12/09/2025

Happy Member Spotlight Monday!! Today, we are featuring Denise Peczinka, our current Governance Committee Co-Chair! Denise has been an active member, and we appreciate her commitment and service.

Hear more from her...
“I joined Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) as a commitment to the continued enhancement of the nursing profession. Through membership, I seek to connect with nurses who share my dedication to excellence, professionalism, and lifelong learning. I value the opportunity to collaborate with other nursing professionals and to serve as both a mentor and a mentee, fostering growth within the nursing community. Additionally, STTI membership is a means to develop my leadership skills further and to contribute meaningfully to advancing nursing practice, education, and research.”

12/05/2025

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12/02/2025

Happy Member Spotlight Monday! Today, we are featuring Dr. Chris Deatrick. She is a UCF alum and joined shortly after she graduated with her BSN. Read more about her...

Why did you choose to be involved in Sigma? As my teaching is primarily online, and I work at a regional campus, I have found that Sigma is a great way to stay connected to other nurses. The members of Sigma are motivated to improve healthcare, which is inspirational to my own practice as a nurse and nurse educator. Plus we always have great food at the meetings!

How long have you been a board member? This is my first year being on the Board

Have you held previous positions? This is my first elected position with Sigma. I was the Treasurer for the Florida Intercollegiate Rowing Association many years ago, when I was a Rowing (Crew) Coach at UCF.

Your nursing interests. Research interests? Specialty areas? Current nursing role? I am a med/ surg nurse, so I know a little bit about a lot of things! 🙂
My area of research for my PhD was on Nurse Managers' communication behaviours concerning medical errors.Currently I am an Associate Lecturer in the Nursing Systems Department at UCF

11/25/2025

Happy Member Spotlight Monday! We are featuring Dr. Sotos Djiovanis, our Treasurer-Elect and past-Treasurer and are thankful we is a part of our board! Read more about him...

Why did you choose to be involved in Sigma? Since I was a BSN student, I knew about our excellent Sigma chapter and always wanted to be a part of it.
How long have you been a board member? Three years
Have you held previous positions? I have been both Treasurer Elect and (Past) Treasurer

“I spent 8 years working in different adult medsurg areas at Orlando Health. I'm also a PRN staff home health nurse in Winter Park currently...which I love, love doing. I'm a full-time Instructor at UCF and teach in the Orlando BSN division. My research areas are teaching and learning technologies, clinical communication, and nursing simulation. I also write articles on classical music topics of interest, sometimes tied to health care.”

11/18/2025

Introducing our new post series: Member Spotlight Monday!

First up we have Dr. Dawn Turnage. She is our Past President and has been heavily involved in Sigma for years at our chapter level and the national level! Read more about her....
First up, we have Dr. Dawn Turnage. She is our Past President and has been heavily involved in Sigma for years at our chapter level and the national level! Read more about her....Theta Epsilon chapter board, including President and Past President. Her research, inspired by her journey as a mother to an adult son with profound autism, focuses on improving the quality of life for individuals with profound autism and their families. Through advocacy, scholarship, and global engagement, she continues to shape the future of nursing with passion and purpose."

11/15/2025

Save the date for our 34th annual Scholarship Day on Tuesday, March 31st, 2026! Abstracts will open in 2026. More details to come 😀

11/14/2025

Join us at the Sigma Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana!
We had a great conference and met so many nurses near and far. More to come but enjoy this clip 💜

11/11/2025

What a week! 💜 united nurses from around the world for days of inspiration and unforgettable memories. No matter where you joined us from, you made this event incredible. We hope you leave with a reignited passion to lead with love, courage, and honor.

What was your favorite part? Share your story below! 👇

11/10/2025

We have 3 of our very own members at the right now!! Can't wait to share updates and pictures from the very chill city of Indy!! ❄️☃️

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