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Broadening horizons: A partnership between Sigma chapters

Elizabeth A. Rosser |
Our effective partnership has created opportunities for us to understand global health, helped us to improve our chapter health and our student experience through innovation, and supported Sigma’s global excellence goals.

What one year of being a nurse practitioner taught me

Dania Itani Mousa |
My first year as a nurse practitioner has been a journey of growth, resilience, and learning.

Lead the charge

Sarah E. Gray |
I had the privilege of learning from inspiring leaders and connecting with Sigma members and the Sigma UN team to reinforce the crucial role nurses play in shaping global health policy during the Commission on the Status of Women.

Beyond congress: Savor Seattle like a local

Marin Strong |
With a vibrant culture, stunning scenery, and a strong nursing community, Seattle is more than a conference destination—it’s an experience. I can’t wait to welcome you!

A full circle of service

Patricia R. Toney |
Wearing the white uniform I once thought I’d never wear, I now honor fallen colleagues with the dignity and compassion they deserve and pay tribute to the profound impact nurses have on humanity.

Granting a healthier future

Lacey W. Heinsberg |
By studying a unique genetic variant of Pacific Islanders, our team aims to advance nursing science by understanding the foundations of obesity and related metabolic diseases with the help of the Dr. Patricia E. Thompson Global Nursing Research Grant.

AI—Co-pilot or monster?

Nina Beaman |
AI can be very useful in nursing and education—but like a co-pilot in aviation, it should assist us in our work, not replace it.

Meeting us where we are

June Kirksey |
Nurses: Your knowledge, skill, and teamwork give us confidence. Your encouragement gives us hope.

The quiet gift of presence

Adetoun Oyekunle |
As a hospice nurse, experience has shown me that in the end, it isn’t medicine but the simple act of being there that matters most.

Nurses, climate change, and the fight for global health

Charlotte McArdle |
Climate change is a health crisis, yet its impact on patient safety is often overlooked. After witnessing its effects at the UN Climate Change Conference, I explore why urgent action is needed and how the most trusted profession can lead the way.

Amplify your voice through persuasive op-eds

Anna Dermenchyan |
Writing opinion pieces is a powerful way to share nurses’ insights and drive change. Let us guide you through the why and how of crafting impactful articles to amplify your voice and influence public discourse.

Lead from day one

Paule Valery Joseph |
Whether you're a student, new, or experienced nurse, I want to show you that leadership begins the moment you decide to make a difference—starting today, right where you are.

Two voices, one message: CHWE 2025 is unmissable

Hannah Shipp |
Hear from a first-time attendee and a seasoned participant about what makes Creating Healthy Work Environments 2025 a must-attend event—and why it’s a game changer for every nurse.

Always a nurse

Kathleen Barrett |
More than four decades in nursing have taught me that it is a demanding yet profoundly rewarding journey, filled with invaluable lessons about life, death, love, friendship, health, and humility.

The simulation divide in European nursing schools

Sigma’s Europe Region Communication Committee |
When we explored how simulation is used in nursing education across Europe, we didn’t expect to uncover such differences between regions and programs. Our findings shed light on the barriers and successes shaping the future of learning.

Managing down, across, and up

Noriel Calaguas |
Reflecting on my leadership as a nursing program chairperson, I’m reminded of the resilience and resourcefulness I drew from these four Filipino values.

Where there are challenges, there is often innovation

Nicole Weathers |
Rural healthcare challenges demand innovative solutions. We highlight two examples in Iowa that are leveraging innovation and technology to improve healthcare outcomes despite significant barriers.

My quest for understanding

Marion Eckert |
Constant innovation and change have been at the forefront of my career to improve nursing knowledge and lives.

Four lessons to lead change: Highlights from the Pan American Nursing Research Colloquium

Regina Yuen |
As a Sigma United Nations Youth Representative, I traveled to Chile for this annual event and uncovered four insights that will challenge how you view nursing’s role in transforming healthcare.

A season of gratitude: Reflections from Sigma's CEO

Lucas M. Davis |
As 2024 comes to a close, I reflect on the remarkable accomplishments of our Sigma community and the profound impact you’ve made on nursing. There’s so much to celebrate—and even more ahead—as we continue this incredible journey together.