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Newark, DE 19716
Ph: (302) 831-1253
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Beta Xi Chapter Past Presidents

1974-1975
Patricia Novack Drake

1975-1976
M. Roberta Hurka

1976-1977
Kathlyn Oberly

1977-1979
Marybeth Meyer Snyder

1979-1981
Penelope Wehr

1981-1983
Elaine Negley

1983-1985
Joanne Ryan

1985-1987
Evelyn Hayes

1987-1989
Wanda Mailkowski

1989-1991
Wanda Mailkowski

1991-1993
Elaine Negley

1993-1995
Pamela Butler Beeman

1995-1997
Janice Selekman

1997-1999
Sandra Dunnington

1999-2001
Amy Johnson

2001-2003
Judith Herrman

2003-2005
Donna Mower-Wade

2005-2007
Cynthia Diefenbeck

2007-2009
Kathleen Riley-Lawless

2009-2011
Megan Holdridge


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About us

Beta Xi Chapter of the International Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau was chartered April 1974. The purposes of Sigma Theta Tau International are to:

  • Recognize superior achievement
  • Recognize the development of leadership qualities
  • Foster high professional standards
  • Encourage creative work
  • Strengthen commitment to the ideals and purposes of the profession

Invitation for membership in Sigma Theta Tau is extended to baccalaureate and master degree nursing students who have demonstrated superior scholastic achievement and evidence of potential for leadership. Invitation for membership is also extended to practicing nurses who have made significant contributions to patients, families, communities, and/or the profession.

A Mission to Serve, Support and Improve

The Honor Society of Nursing Sigma Theta Tau International provides leadership and scholarship in nursing practice, education and research to enhance the health of all people.

A Vision to Lead

To create a global community of nurses who lead in using scholarship, knowledge and technology to improve the health of the world’s people.

STTI home | STTI strategic plan link | Vision 20/20

 

Officers

  Term
Megan Holdridge, President 7/1/09 - 6/30/11
Kathy Riley-Lawless, Immediate Past President 7/1/09 - 6/30/10
Marcia Welsh, Vice President 7/1/09 - 6/30/11
Jennifer Graber, Secretary 7/1/08 - 6/30/10
Donna Mower-Wade, Treasurer 7/1/09 - 7/1/11
Stephanie Hendrixson, Newsletter 7/1/09 - 6/30/11
Tinagene Pia Inguito, Archivist 7/1/07 - 6/30/11
   
Governance Committee  
Karen Avino, 1st Faculty Counselor and Chair 7/1/09 - 6/30/09
Janet Selway, 2nd Faculty Counselor 7/1/09 - 6/30/11
Tim Eden
Diane Rudolphi
Raegan Degnars
7/1/08 - 6/30/10
7/1/08-6/30/10
7/1/09 - 6/30/11
   
Leadership Succession Committee  
Erin Gaertner, Chair 7/1/09 - 6/30/10
Katie Haigh
Tom Desper
Stacey Byam
7/1/08 - 6/30/10
7/1/09 - 6/30/11
7/1/09 - 6/30/11
   
Research and Award Committee  
Carolee Polek, Chair
Janice Selekman
Erlinda Wheeler
 

 

About Beta Xi Chapter

  • Chartered in 1974
  • Over 3000 members inducted
  • Over 400 active members

We have a facebook page! Check out the Beta Xi Facebook Group.

Beta Xi Chapter 2006-2008 Strategic Plan

During the January 2006 Annual Board and Committee Retreat, Beta Xi Chapter officers forged a new strategic plan that mirrors the direction of the Honor Society. Click here to view the 2006-2008 Strategic Plan.

During the January 2007 Annual Board and Committee Retreat, Beta Xi Chapter officers reviewed their progress on the 2006-2008 Strategic Plan. Click here to view our progress.

2005 Strategic Plan a Success.

During the January 2006 Annual Board and Committee Retreat, Beta Xi Chapter officers evaluated the outcomes of the 2005 Strategic Plan. Click here to view the completed 2005 Strategic Plan.