3rd Biennial
Innovations in Faith-Based Nursing Conference
| WHO: |
Nursing educators, clinicians, students, and researchers |
| WHAT: |
Innovations in Faith-Based Nursing Conference |
| WHEN: |
June 18–21, 2012 |
| WHERE: |
Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana |
| WHY: |
So that you can make a personal impact on the nursing profession |
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Josepha Campinha-Bacote
President of Transcultural C.A.R.E. Associates
Anne Dabrow Woods, MSN, RN
Chief Nurse and Publisher
Wolters Kluwer Health / Lippinscott Williams & Wilkins
Dr. Verna Carson
Author of Parish Nursing and Spiritual Caregiving
Dr. Kathy Schoonover-Shoffner
Editor in Chief of Journal of Christian Nursing
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If you have any questions about the Innovations in Faith-Based Nursing Conference, feel free to contact us at 888-876-6498 or innovationsconf@indwes.edu.
The June 2012 Innovations conference, hosted by the IWU School of Nursing, will be a thought-provoking event that provides inspiration and support for educators, clinicians, students, researchers, and others in the nursing community. IWU School of Nursing, Nurses Christian Fellowship (NCF), and Eta Chi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, International (STTI) co-sponsor the conference on the campus of Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, IN.
Call for abstracts…
Call for abstract deadline: December 1, 2011
For more information go to Call for Abstracts 2012
Frequently Asked Questions…
How much does it cost to attend the conference?
- Registration $250.00
- Room & Board $250.00
- Total $500.00
What do the expenses cover?
Indiana Wesleyan proudly offers Pioneer Food Services, which provides high quality catering. Indiana Wesleyan will provide attendees with breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as three nights in our residential suites. Participants will have access to top-selling authors as well as local professionals who will lead this year’s Innovations Conference.
What are the living accommodations?
Indiana Wesleyan University provides their guests with quality living conditions. Many of our halls are new and offer an architecturally cozy environment with fireplaces and comfortable furniture. Each room offers private access to bathrooms and showers.
Access a campus virtual tour at the following webpage:
http://www.indwes.edu/CampusTour/
Marion has various excursions to offer its guest. Below is a list of nearby activities…
STT headquarters Enjoy an afternoon touring the Sigma Theta Tau headquarters. This tour includes an in-depth tour of the International Center for Scholarship and a presentation on their research library.
Distance from IWU: 1 hours 30 minutes
Times: Monday-Friday 8am-5 pm
Free Admission
Address:
550 West North Street
Indianapolis IN 46202
Gaither Family ResourcesCome visit the Christian bookstore of Indiana Wesleyan’s esteemed World Changers, Bill and Gloria Gaither. Enjoy a cup of coffee and admire the décor, books, and etc. of their personal studio.
Distance from IWU: 35 minutes
Times: Monday-Saturday 7am-8pm
Check http://www.gaitherfamilyresources.net/ for more information
Free Admission
Address:
1617 Park Avenue
Alexandria, IN 46001
Honeywell Center in Wabash
This public charity is dedicated to artistic, cultural, social, and recreational opportunities for all. It has a wide variety of entertainment for all ages including comedy, music, festivities and much more.
Distance from IWU: 36 minutes
Check http://www.honeywellcenter.org/index.html for available times
Admission: varies
Address:
275 W. Market Street
Wabash, IN 46992
DeBrand Fine Chocolates
This chocolate company is known for its handmade, luxurious, and beautiful chocolates. Made from the best ingredients from all over the world, these chocolates are well worth your time to visit, either simply to buy or take a tour of their facilities.
Distance from IWU: 1 hour 6 minutes
Store Times: Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm
Free Admission
Call ahead for a personal tour put number
Tour Address:
DeBrand Corporate Headquarters and Shoppe
10105 Auburn Park Drive
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825
James Dean Museum
This museum exhibits many artifacts and memorabilia of James Dean. The museum takes a look at his past and many of his major films. There is a shop located as well in the front of the museum.
Distance from IWU: 20 minutes
Times: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm
Free admission
Address:
425 North Main Street
Fairmount, IN 46928
If you have any questions about the Innovations in Faith-Based Nursing Conference, feel free to contact us at 888-876-6498 or innovationsconf@indwes.edu.
Indiana Wesleyan University School of Nursing ISNA – 0908, 12/1/12 is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Indiana State Nurses Association, accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.