School of Nursing
Sigma Theta Tau

The Eta Chi chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, International Honor Society of Nursing, provides leadership and scholarship in practice, education, and research to enhance the health of people worldwide. Eta Chi is a part of an international community of 260,000 nurses in more than 70 countries dedicated to scholarly activities, excellence in clinical practice, and leadership at all levels of nursing practice. A goal of Sigma Theta Tau is improved health care for all clients. The International Headquarters, which includes the Virginia Henderson International Library, is located in Indianapolis.

Juniors, seniors, graduate students, and community nurses meeting membership requirements are inducted into the local Eta Chi chapter during the annual induction ceremony in March.

Leadership abilities, GPA, professional practice, and creativity are criteria for membership. Research grants are available to members. Membership dues include the following publications: Journal of Nursing Scholarship, Reflections on Nursing Leadership, and an electronic member newspaper. Eta Chi supports the work of the International Honor Society of Nursing.