News & events

FALL PROGRAMS 2023

Reimagining Pain Management in 2023

Presented by Sigma Rho Chapter

Date & Time: 
Monday October 23, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Register by October 22:
https://forms.gle/U4x6CMnZP122f9ZL8

Location: 
Room 1240/1250 SNB Building 2
426 North Ingalls Street Ann Arbor, MI

Online:
https://umich.zoom.us/j/92565900822
Meeting ID: 925 6590 0822
Passcode: 123853

Join pain management expert, Dr. Terri Voepel-Lewis, for updates on chronic pain management in light of the opioid epidemic and changes to CDC chronic pain guidelines, along with mental health implications of chronic pain.

Open to all—invite your colleagues.

$10 optional donation requested to support Rho Chapter Student Scholarship Fund

CE’s available

Holiday Food Drive

Date: October 17- November 17, 2023

Co-sponsored with UM Student Nurses Association and the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners UM Student Chapter

All donations will benefit Northfield Human Services Food Pantry, serving needy residents in the Whitmore Lake area. We are focusing on kitchen staples (flour, sugar, baking supplies, etc.) for the holidays—items that are rarely received at the Food Pantry.

Four ways to give

• Use collection boxes in School of Nursing buildings 1 & 2 lobbies
• Amazon Wishlist ** https://a.co/5flXNNq
• Online monetary donation (Tax-Deductible) https://app.omella.com/o/Lhn7U
• Send monetary donation by mail**  NHS, P.O. Box 505, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

**Please indicate Sigma Rho and UMSN Holiday Drive with your donation

Visit https://northfieldhumanservices.org/ for more information.

WINTER PROGRAMS 2024

TAKING THE LEAD 2024 (co-sponsored by Rho Chapter)

Date & Time: 
Thursday, January 18, 2024; 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location:
Inn at St. John, Plymouth Michigan

The theme for this year’s annual leadership conference is Generating Transformative Engagement. Sessions will focus on positive thinking skills to decrease stress and improve coping.  Practical, evidence-based strategies to facilitate retention and workforce supply and demand will be addressed. Results and recommendations from a Michigan nurse’s well-being study will also be presented.

Agenda and Registration

CRITICAL CARE CONFERENCE

STITCHING EVIDENCE INTO PRACTICE—A CUT ABOVE (co-sponsored by Rho Chapter)

Date & Time: 

Tuesday, March 5th, 2024; 6:45 AM - 4:30 PM

Location:

Kensington Hotel, Ann Arbor, MI

Explore current innovations in critical care, identify strategies to broaden clinical skills in caring for critically ill patients utilizing best practices, and network with colleagues in critical care and progressive care environments.

Information and Registration

MAKE YOUR NOMINATIONS FOR RHO CHAPTER AWARDS

Nominations are due February 28, 2024.

Do you know a nurse who demonstrates excellence in his or her work? Consider nominating your colleague for a Rho Chapter Excellence award. Nominations are sought for excellence in practice, education, research, mentorship, and more.  Awards nominations can be submitted using this form or see the nomination form on the Rho Grants & Awards web page.

MOTT TOY AND BOOK DRIVE

Date & Time:

March 1 - March 31, 2024

Location:

Donation boxes located at the School of Nursing, direct donation to Mott Hospital

New books and toys are being collected from March 1 to March 31 to benefit the patients at CS Mott Children's Hospital. 

Three Ways to Give:

1. Monetary Gift 
2. Purchase From the Amazon Wishlist 
3. School of Nursing donation boxes. For direct donations to Mott Hospital, please indicate Sigma Rho Chapter in the information section. 

ANNUAL AWARDS AND INDUCTION CEREMONY

March 23, 2024; 1pm-3pm

School of Nursing Building 2, 426 N. Ingalls, Ann Arbor, MI

Join us to welcome the newest Rho Chapter members and acknowledge your colleagues' leadership and excellence in nursing. Look for your invitation by email in March.

UMSN RESEARCH, SCHOLARSHIP & INNOVATION SYMPOSIUM

Date & Time: 

Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Location:

School of Nursing Building 2, 426 N. Ingalls, Ann Arbor, MI

This annual event is supported by Rho Chapter. It provides an opportunity for faculty, students, and healthcare professionals to learn from presentations of scholarly work and innovations.  The event includes individual presentations, panel discussions, and invited speakers, including the Suzanne H. Brouse Lecture, made possible through generous donation by Suzanne H. Brouse, Ph.D., RN (BSN, 1958). More information available soon at:  https://nursing.umich.edu/research/research-day

FALL PROGRAMS 2022

Blavins Scholars Donation Drive

November 1-15, 2022

Blavin Scholars provides students who have experienced time in foster care with support during their college experience at the University of Michigan. Donations are used to purchase holiday gifts for students who would not otherwise receive holiday gifts. Donations in any amount are appreciated

How to donate:

--Personal check to Sigma Rho Chapter (put in the memo: Blavin Scholars) mail to: Diane Ferguson (Sigma Rho) 4712 Breezewood Ct., Ann Arbor, MI 48103

--OR Venmo to Rho Treasurer Cristina Wojack Holmes @ cawojack (3875)

Sigma Rho Chapter Food Collection

October 31- November 11, 2022

All donations are added to the Michigan Medicine 1 Million Meals Campaign for Food Gatherers of Washtenaw County

Two ways to donate:

1. Drop off items in the SNB or 400 NIB lobbies., Canned food, dry food,

baby food & personal items accepted

2. Make a monetary donation to Food Gatherers

https://give.foodgatherers.org/checkout/22956

(Note that the pre-filled amount can be changed to your chosen contribution. Minimum donation is $5)

"Human Trafficking and the Healthcare Provider Response"
Presented by Sigma Rho Chapter

Thursday November 17, 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Room 1000 SNB Building 2
426 North Ingalls Street Ann Arbor, MI

Join Dr. Michelle Munro-Kramer for an overview of human trafficking and how nurses can recognize and intervene for suspected victims
Event is free to Rho Chapter Members and University of Michigan Nursing Students; $10 for all others

Registration for in person: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rho-chapter-of-sigma-human-trafficking-and-the-healthcare-provider-response-tickets-433512697147

Can't attend in person: Join in by Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86054973486pwd=QmZqNUlxRE1hUi8yOGNvVCtxKzUxZz09
Meeting ID: 860 5497 3486
Passcode: 123456

This program will meet the human trafficking requirement for Michigan licensure.
 

WINTER PROGRAMS 2023

GRADUATE SCHOOL INFORMATION SESSION

January 19, 2023; 3:30pm-5pm

426 N. Ingalls, Room 1250

Are you thinking about graduate education in nursing? Plan to attend Rho's virtual Graduate School information session. We'll cover many FAQ's including how to maximize your application and interview for success.

TAKING THE LEAD 2023: MAPPING YOUR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP PATH (co-sponsored by Rho Chapter)

Thursday, January 19, 2023; 7:00am - 5:00pm

Inn at St. John, Plymouth Michigan

The annual leadership conference will explore how nurses lead and demonstrate their value in the era of healthcare transformation as they work to manage change and improve care in their practice settings. Agenda and Registration

https://leadersandbest.umich.edu/LDR23

MAKE YOUR NOMINATIONS FOR RHO CHAPTER AWARDS

Nominations due February 28, 2023.

Do you know a nurse who demonstrates excellent in his or her work? Consider nominating your colleague for a Rho Chapter Excellence award. Nominations are sought for excellence in practice, education, research, mentorship, and more. See back page for more information or visit our website: nursing.umich.edu/rho-chapter (click on Chapter Grants & Awards).  Awards nominations can also be submitted at this link:

https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dgSJ8UcDcIxXCmi

SIGMA SOCIAL: IMPLICIT BIAS TRAINING

February 6, 2023; 4:30pm-5pm networking & snacks, 5-6pm program

School of Nursing Building 2, 426 N. Ingalls, Room 1240/1250

Our February Rho Chapter social will feature a LARA compliant program that addresses issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion relevant to nursing practice. Registration coming soon.

LEAPING FORWARD STITCHING EVIDENCE INTO PRACTICE 2023

February 28, 2023; 7:30am-4:30pm

The Kensington Hotel, 3500 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI

The annual critical care conference will inform and energize you about new and innovative practices.  Information and registration: 

https://leadersandbest.umich.edu/SICU23

RHO CHAPTER NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

March 9th, 2023 from 3:30pm to 6pm

Get information about your upcoming induction ceremony, along with Sigma member benefits. Get tips on interviewing for success in your first nursing job.

REGION 10 CONFERENCE: VOICES OF THE VULNERABLE

Friday and Saturday, March 24-25, 2023

The Kensington Hotel, 3500 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108

Agenda and registration: https://sigmaregion10.com/Conference/index.php

ANNUAL AWARDS AND INDUCTION CEREMONY

March 26, 2023; 2pm-4pm

Michigan League 911 N. University, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Join us to welcome the newest Rho Chapter members and acknowledge your colleagues' leadership and excellence in nursing. Look for your invitation by email in March.

RESEARCH DAY 2023: RESEARCH AND PRACTICE IN HEALTHCARE POST-2020

APRIL 3-4, 2023

This year's theme invites you to rethink research, clinical practice, and scholarship post-2020. How did the pandemic affect your science, and how is Nursing uniquely positioned to advance health care for all in this new era. https://nursing.umich.edu/research/research-day

Fall Programs 2021

Application Deadline for Rho Chapter Research and Special Projects Grants
September 30, 2021 for grant awards up to $1,000
Deadline extended to October 15, 2021
More information:  https://nursing.umich.edu/about/nursing-michigan/sigma-theta-tau-rho-chapter/chapter-grants

Taking the Lead: Microaggression in Nursing
September 23, 2021; Virtual Conference on Zoom
This presentation will provide participants with definitions for microaggressions and how to identify common occurrences that can impact relationships within the healthcare profession. Techniques will be shared on how to interrupt microaggressions.
Cost: $20
More Information and Registration: https://cvent.me/Om1730
1.5 contact hours for nursing will be provided.

Trauma and Burnout:  Caring for the Nurses
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 - 4-5:00 p.m.
Virtual conference on Zoom
Nurses are exposed to many potentially traumatic experiences at work, leading to burnout and posttraumatic stress symptoms. Self-care may not be enough to manage these concerns. The session will explore tools to self-assess for burnout, compassion fatigue, and posttraumatic stress symptoms and discuss treatment options. 1.0 contact hours provided.

Sigma 46^th Biennial Convention
November 6-10, 2021, Indianapolis, IN
This year’s conference has options for both virtual and in-person attendance. Registration at: https://www.sigmanursing.org/connect-engage/meetings-events/convention/registration

Winter Programs 2022

Rho Chapter Awards Nominations
Due February 28, 2022
Nominate your colleague for a Rho Chapter Excellence award. Nominations are sought for excellence in practice, education, research, mentorship, and more. Visit Rho Chapter Grants and Awards page for information and nomination link.

Sigma Social:  Planning for Graduate School
January 12, 2022
4-5:00 p.m. EST
Students and anyone considering graduate school will want to join in this event. The session will describe the typical application process and strategies for maximizing a successful application.
View flyer for details:  
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86154821907?pwd=STBkNmZ6enk5NGovaGIweGJXZy9Ydz09
Meeting ID: 861 5482 1907
Passcode: 888007

Research and Evidence-Based Practice Grants
Applications due January 31, 2022
Chapter provides grants to support research and special projects such as patient education programs, media projects, etc. More information on the grants and awards page.

Annual Awards and Induction Ceremony
March 27, 2022; 2:00-4:00 p.m.
North Campus Research Complex, G201 Dining Hall:
2800 Plymouth Road-Building 18 - Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-2800

Due to space limitations to maintain social distancing, attendance is limited to awardees, inductees and their one guest. However, everyone is cordially invited to view the event via livestream.

CANCELLED-- Sigma Region 10 Conference: Bridging Nursing Leadership, Research and Practice
The planning committee made the difficult decision to cancel this conference due to the COVID surge and difficulties of border crossings for Canadian members.

School of Nursing Research Day
April 12-14, 2022
This year's theme is "Perspectives in Health Equity" featuring scholarly work by School of Nursing Faculty and students. The conference will be virtual featuring both plenary and breakout sessions. Visit the School of Nursing Research Day page for more information and registration.

Nursing at Michigan Poster Day
May 9 and 10, 2022
This annual event features research and evidence-based practice projects by nurses at Michigan Medicine. Link for virtual poster viewing coming soon.

Taking the Lead 2022—What’s Next for Nursing…?
May 4, 2022, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Inn at St. John's, Plymouth Michigan
This year's conference focuses on issues and directions for nursing emerging from the COVID pandemic.
Learn more and register.

Winter Programs 2021

Nurses in the Media with Dr. Kristen Choi
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
Zoom Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/99287995142
Sigma Rho Chapter presents this session with recent U-M School of Nursing alumna, Dr. Kristen Choi. She will discuss her work in promoting nurses' voice in the media. 1.0 nursing contact hour provided.
View the flyer for additional details. 

Nursing poster Day at Michigan Medicine
May 3 & May 4, 2021

To attend this event, access to internal resources at UMHS is required.
Visit the Nursing at Michigan Poster Day Web Page.
View 35 posters and vote for awards. The event also features live webinars on COVID-19

Family Engagement, and Pain Management.
See the flyer for more information.

School of Nursing Research Day: Avenues for Impact
April 5 & 6, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Hear about faculty and student research at the School of Nursing.
Information and registration for this virtual event: https://nursing.umich.edu/research/research-day

Annual Awards and Induction Ceremony
March 21, 2021, 2:00–3:15 p.m.
Event will be livestreamed. Register in advance to receive the Zoom link. 
Open Now! Make your nominations for Rho Chapter Awards
Nominations due February 28, 2021
Consider nominating a colleague for a Rho Chapter Excellence award. Nominations are sought for excellence in practice, education, research, mentorship, and more. Visit Rho Chapter Grants & Awards page for information and nomination forms.

Student Wellness Event
February 24,  2021
5 - 6:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Rho ChapterThis event focuses on concerns about entering the workforce and nursing practice during a pandemic and ways to cope with stress. This entertaining and informative session features popular speaker Dr. Reg Williams along with UMSN CAPS Counselor Dr. Kristen Adams, and Michigan Medicine's Nurse Leader for Wellbeing Nicole Figueroa, MSN, RN.

• Download recording

Sigma Social:  Calming The Mind
Join in a guided imagery session with Alexandra Smith, LMSW, followed by open discussion and networking. All nurses are invited--Rho membership is not required. Two dates and times are planned; you are welcome to attend one or both as your schedule allows.
February 11, 6-7 p.m.
February 24, 7-8 p.m.

Deadline for Rho Chapter Research and Evidence-Based project grants
January 31, 2021

Taking the lead 2021: Virtual Event Series
Session 1: Navigate pressure/positive attitudes - strategies to lead successfully during a pandemic
January 21, 2021, 10-11:00 a.m.
This virtual session features nurse leaders who were on the front lines of the COVID pandemic. They will discuss their work to manage change and give quality care in a high-stress environment.

Graduate School Information Session
January 12, 2021, 3-4:15 p.m.

• Download recording
• View presentation slides

Fall Programs 2020

All Rho chapter sponsored programs for Fall are on hold at this time.

• Application Deadline for Rho Chapter Research & Special Projects Grants
  September 30, 2020 for grant awards up to $1000
  More information:  https://nursing.umich.edu/about/nursing-michigan/sigma-theta-tau-rho-chapter/chapter-grants
• Sigma Chapter Leadership Connection Conference
  September 10, 2020
  This year’s conference is a half-day virtual event. Registration deadline is August 26, 2020. Information and registration at:  https://www.sigmanursing.org/connect-engage/meetings-events/clc/registration

WINTER PROGRAMS 2020

All March and April events are canceled in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic. 

Taking the Lead 2020: Shaping a Culture of Positivity
Thursday, January 16, 2020; 7:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
The Inn at St. Johns, 44045 Five Mile Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170
The annual leadership conference will explore how nurses lead and demonstrate their value in the era of healthcare transformation as they work to manage change and improve care in their practice settings. Co-sponsored by Rho Chapter.More information and registration: https://leadersandbestevents.cvent.com/LDR20

Deadline for Rho Chapter Research and Evidence-Based Project Grants 
January 31, 2020
Do you need support for your research or scholarly projects?
Visit Rho Chapter Grants for information and applications

SICU CONFERENCE: LEAPING FORWARD: STITCHING EVIDENCE INTO PRACTICE 2020
Tuesday, February 25, 7 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Kensington Court Hotel, 3500 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Co-sponsored by Rho Chapter
This conference will inform and energize you about new and innovative practices
in critical care.
Location: The Kensington Hotel, Ann Arbor, Mi
Information and Registration: https://leadersandbestevents.cvent.com/SICU20

OPEN NOW! MAKE YOUR NOMINATIONS FOR RHO CHAPTER AWARDS
Nominations due February 29, 2020
Consider nominating a colleague for a Rho Chapter Excellence award. Nominations
are sought for excellence in practice, education, research, mentorship, and
more. Visit Rho Chapter Grants & Awards page for information and nomination
forms.

Sigma Region 10 Conference: Bridging Nursing Leadership, Research & Practice
Friday March 20 & Saturday March 21, 2020
The Kensington Hotel, 3500 S. State St., Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Biennial conference featuring outstanding speakers and scholarship from Sigma Region 10 members.
Link to information and registration link (click on “Conference” tab at top of page): https://sigmaregion10.com/

Annual Awards and Induction Ceremony
In lieu of the ceremony, Inductees will be recognized on the School of Nursing web page and a keepsake mailing. A ceremony to present Excellence Awards will be held in Fall 2020.

SCHOOL OF NURSING RESEARCH DAY: AVENUES OF GLOBAL NURSING IMPACT
(sponsored by the School of Nursing and supported by Rho Chapter)
Tuesday, April 6, 2020, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Michigan League 911 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Abstract submission deadline is January 20, 2020
Abstract submission & Registration

NURSING POSTER DAY AT MICHIGAN MEDICINE
Monday May 11, 3:30-6:00 p.m., Towsley Dining Rooms and Tuesday, May 12,
9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m., Towsley Lobby, 1515 Hospital Drive, Ann Arbor MI
(adjacent to University Hospital)

FALL PROGRAMS 2019

Application Deadline for Rho Chapter Research & Special Projects Grants
September 30, 2019 for grant awards up to $1,000
More information

Cardiovascular Conference: Don’t Skip a Beat
Updates on cardiovascular care, co-sponsored by Rho Chapter
September 18, 2019
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Kensington Hotel Ann Arbor, MI
INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

Haiti Nursing Foundation Fall Event
Annual auction and celebration to support the FSIL Nursing School in Haiti
September 27, 2019, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw, Ann Arbor, MI
Featuring Tapas, live auction and raffle. If you can't attend, you can bid for items online

Rho Chapter 60th Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate our founding in 1959 with light refreshments and an engaging discussion, Creating Impact: Nurses' Role in Policy

October 2, 2019, 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
School of Nursing Building, Room 2250, 426 N. Ingalls, Ann Arbor, MI
Featuring Suzanne Miyamoto, Ph.D., RN, CEO American Academy of Nursing and Rho Chapter alumna. View the event flyer.

Sigma 45th Biennial Convention
November 16-20, 2019, Washington, DC
Sigma’s largest event featuring outstanding plenary speakers, networking opportunities, & over 800 oral and poster presentations.
Information and registration

WINTER PROGRAMS 2019

Taking The Lead 2019: Creating a Culture of Ethical Practice (co-sponsored by Rho Chapter)
January 17, 2019; 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Burton Manor, Livonia, MI

The annual leadership conference will explore how nurses lead and
demonstrate their value in the era of healthcare transformation as they
work to manage change and improve care in their practice settings. To view
conference brochure and register online go to: https://leadersandbestevents.cvent.com/LDR19

Deadline for Rho Chapter Research and Evidence-Based Project Grants
January 31, 2019
Do you need support for your research or scholarly projects? Visit Rho
Chapter Grants for information and applications.

Make Your Nominations For Rho Chapter Awards
Nominations due February 10, 2019

Consider nominating a colleague for a Rho Chapter Excellence award.
Nominations are sought for excellence in practice, education, research,
mentorship, and more. Visit Rho Chapter Grants & Awards page for information and nomination forms.

Leaping Forward Stitching Evidence into Practice 2019
Tuesday, February 26, 2019, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Co-sponsored by Rho Chapter
This conference will inform and energize you about new and innovative
practices in critical care.
Location: The Kensington Hotel, Ann Arbor, Mi
Information and Registration: http://leadersandbestevents.cvent.com/SICU19

Evidence Based Practice Writing Workshop
Friday March 15, 21019, 7 a.m – 12 noon

LOCATION: Room 1240-1250, School of Nursing Building, 426 N. Ingalls, Ann
Arbor

Rho members sought to serve as mentors to assist nurses to turn projects
into publishable articles. Must be able to attend March 15 workshop.
Contact Corinne Lee ([email protected])

Annual Rho Chapter New Member Induction and Awards Ceremony
Sunday, March 31, 2019; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Michigan League, 911 North University, Ann Arbor

Join us to welcome the newest Rho Chapter members and acknowledge your
colleagues' leadership and excellence in nursing. Look for your mailed
invitation in March.

School of Nursing Research Day: Health Disparities (sponsored by the School of Nursing and supported by Rho Chapter)
Tuesday, April 9, 2019, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel (3200 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor, MI) 

For information and registration
 

FALL PROGRAMS 2018
Sigma Leadership Connection annual conference
September 15-18, Indianapolis, Indiana.
Join nursing colleagues from around the world to learn chapter leadership best practices and transformative nursing leadership strategies.
More information and registration:  https://www.sigmanursing.org/connect-engage/meetings-events/leadership-connection-2018

UMHS Nursing Poster Session 2018
Thursday, September 20, Towsley Center Lobby, University Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI
Posters feature clinical innovation, evidence-based practice, and research conducted by nursing clinicians at Michigan Medicine and School of Nursing faculty.
Rho Chapter is again sponsoring the People's Choice award.
Free and open to all Rho members.
This event is co-sponsored by Michigan Medicine Nursing, Rho Chapter and the University of Michigan School of Nursing

Haiti Nursing Foundation Fall Event
Annual auction and celebration to support the FSIL Nursing School in Haiti
September 28, 2018, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw, Ann Arbor, MI
Featuring Tapas, live auction and raffle. If you can't attend, you can bid for items online
Registration and online bidding: https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/auctionhome.action?vhost=supportahealthierhaiti&utm_source=HNF&utm_campaign=177a616c16-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_06_13_06_38&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_990dd35830-177a616c16-233734337

Application Deadline for Rho Chapter Research & Special Projects Grants
September 30, 2018 for grant awards up to $1000
More information

Winter programs 2018

Deadline for Rho Chapter Research and Evidence-Based Project Grants: January 31, 2018.

Do you need support for your research or scholarly projects? Visit chapter grants for information and applications. 

Taking the Lead 2018: The Value of Nurses in Healthcare Transformation (co-sponsored by Rho Chapter)

January 18, 2018; 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Burton Manor, Livonia, MI

The annual leadership conference will explore how nurses lead and demonstrate their value in the era of healthcare transformation as they work to manage change and improve care in their practice settings . View conference brochure and register.

Make Your Nominations For Rho Chapter Awards

Due February 13, 2018.
Consider nominating a colleague for a Rho Chapter Excellence award. Nominations are sought for excellence in practice, education, research, mentorship, and more. Visit chapter grants for information and nomination forms.

SICU Conference: Stitching Research into Practice

February 27, 2018; 7:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Kensington Hotel, Ann Arbor, MI

View conference brochure and register.

STTI Region 10 Conference: Bridging Nursing Leadership, Research & Practice

Friday March 23 and Saturday March 24, 2018
Ann Arbor Marriott at Ypsilanti Eagle Crest 1275 S Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197.

This biennial conference features national speakers and scholarly presentations by Region 10 members. Find more information and register.

School of Nursing Research Day: The Science of Nursing Education

(sponsored by the School of Nursing and supported by Rho Chapter)
Tuesday, 3 April 2018, 12:00 – 4:45 pm,
Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel (3200 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor, MI) 
Featuring the Suzanne H. Brouse Lecture: by Marilyn H. Oermann, Ph.D., RN, ANEF, FAAN
Find information and register.

Annual Rho Chapter New Member Induction and Awards Ceremony

Sunday, April 8, 2018; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Michigan Union, 530 S. State St., Ann Arbor

Join us to welcome the newest Rho Chapter members and acknowledge your colleagues' leadership and excellence in nursing. Look for your mailed invitation in March.

Film presentation: Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope (joint event with MSU's Alpha Psi Chapter)

April 12, 2018, 6:15 - 9:00 p.m.

1355 Bogue Street, Room A133, Life Sciences Building

East Lansing, MI 48824

Featuring cutting-edge brain science research to disrupt cycles of violence, addiction, and disease. See more information and registration.

Poverty: A call to action for the greater Lansing community (joint event with MSU's Alpha Psi Chapter)

Friday April 27, 2018, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Michigan State University Federal Credit Union, Farm Lane Branch, East Lansing.

This event will feature a simulated poverty experience for active engagement of workshop participants. See more information and registration.

Fall programs 2017

2017 Cardiovascular Symposium: Young at Heart

• Thursday, September 14, 2017, 7:15 am - 4:30 pm
• Kensington Hotel, Ann Arbor, MI
• This event is co-sponsored by Michigan Medicine Nursing and Rho Chapter
• For More Information and Registration: www.regonline.com/CVC17

Application Deadline for Rho Chapter Research & Special Projects Grants

• September 30, 2017 for grant awards up to $1000
• More information

Haiti Nursing Foundation Fall Event

• Third annual auction and celebration to support the FSIL Nursing School in Haiti
• September 29, 2017, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
• Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw, Ann Arbor, MI
• Featuring Tapas, live auction and raffle. If you can't attend, you can bid for items online

Michigan Medicine Nursing Poster Day

• October 9, 2017; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and October 10, 2017; 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Towsley Center Lobby, University Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI
• Posters feature clinical innovation, evidence-based practice, and research conducted by nursing clinicians at Michigan Medicine and School of Nursing faculty.
• Awards Ceremony: Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. with remarks by UMHS Chief Nursing Officer Marge Calarco.
• Rho Chapter is again sponsoring the People's Choice award.
• Free and open to all Rho members.
• This event is co-sponsored by Michigan Medicine Nursing, Rho Chapter and the University of Michigan School of Nursing.

The 44th STTI Biennial Convention

• October 28- November 1, 2017, Indianapolis, Indiana.
• Join nursing colleagues from around the world to attend STTI's largest event featuring outstanding plenary speakers, networking opportunities and over 800 oral and poster presentations.
• Registration available

Winter programs 2017

• January 19, 2017; 7:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
• Kensington Court Hotel, Ann Arbor, MI
• The 2017 Taking the Lead conference will explore the concept of leadership in systems and personal career development.

• January 31, 2017
• See chapter grants for more information

• February 21, 2017; 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Kensington Court Hotel, Ann Arbor, MI

• March 10, 2017; 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Kensington Court Hotel, Ann Arbor, MI

• April 3, 2017
• More information

• April 9, 2017; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
• Michigan Union, 530 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
• Consider nominating a colleague for an award no later than February 20, 2017
• Join us to welcome the newest Rho Chapter members and acknowledge your colleagues' leadership and excellence in nursing. 

Fall 2016 Programs

• September 17-20, 2016
• Indianapolis, IN 
• This event combines chapter and nursing leadership topics. Chapter leaders learn the skills necessary to operate well-functioning and vital chapters, while the other half of the program is devoted to a variety of topics relevant to today’s nursing workforce. 

• September 26, 2016; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and September 27, 2016; 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Towsley Center Lobby, University Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI
• Posters feature clinical innovation, evidence-based practice, and research conducted by nursing clinicians at UMHS and School of Nursing faculty.
• Awards Ceremony: Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. with remarks by UMHS Chief Nursing Officer Marge Calarco.
• This event is co-sponsored by UMHS Nursing, Rho Chapter and the School of Nursing.
• The Rho Chapter is again sponsoring the People's Choice award.
• This event is free and open to all Rho members.