Transcript New Chapter -- Chartering Ceremony Presentation
Welcome to your Chapter Chartering and Induction Ceremony
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Sigma Theta Tau International
Founded in 1922, STTI began with 1 chapter and 6 members.
Today there are more than 130,000 active members in 490 chapters around the globe. 2
Milestones and Firsts
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Founded to advance… Knowledge Learning Service
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Name and Values
ΣΘΤ
Love, Courage, Honor
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Building a Global Community A u s t r a l i a H o n g K o n g • B o t s w a n a • B r a z i l • C a n a d a • C o l o m b i a • G h a n a • J a p a n • K e n y a • M a l a w i • M e x i c o • N e t h e r l a n d s P a k i s t a n S w e d e n • S i n g a p o r e • S o u t h A f r i c a • S o u t h K o r e a • S w a z i l a n d • T a i w a n • T a n z a n i a • W a l e s • U n i t e d
The Crest and Key
• Wisdom and Discernment • Service • Professional Endeavor and Strength of Leadership • Knowledge • Symbol of Scholarship 8
Official Chapter
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Chapter Charter
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Coat-of-Arms Plaque
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Our Members
Clinicians Researchers Consultants Administrators Educators 13
Accepting Membership
“I accept membership in Sigma Theta Tau International, and I pledge to fulfill its commitment to nursing excellence, knowledge, service, and leadership throughout my career.” 14
Chapter Board
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Transfer and Multiple Members
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New Members
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Design Your Membership
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Honor
Celebrate your achievements and commitment to excellence
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Community
Experience nursing through relationships with colleagues around the world
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Service
Balance your professional pursuits
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Knowledge Solutions
Enhance your professional growth
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Installation of Officers
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Installation of Officers
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Oath of Office
“I pledge to fulfill the duties of my position to the best of my ability and to work for the purposes of Sigma Theta Tau International.” 21
Chapter Board
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Where will your journey take you?
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Congratulations!
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IMPROVING WORLD HEALTH THROUGH KNOWLEDGE ™