Omicron Omega, STTI

05/07/2026

Happy Nurses’ Week to all the nurses in our community and beyond from the Omicron Omega Chapter!

04/23/2026

Dear Omicron Omega Chapter Members!

It’s that time of year and your North Coast Nursing Community needs you! Omicron Omega Chapter 382 of Sigma Nursing (formerly known as Sigma Theta Tau International) is accepting nominations for the upcoming chapter Board of Directors election.

Please submit your nomination via e-mail to [email protected] with BALLOT NOMINATION in the Subject line.

Nominations will be accepted until Sunday May 19th, 2026 at 7:00pm.

Thank you,

Omicron Omega Leadership Succession Committee 2026

Time Commitment: Time varies per position, but usually it is a couple of hours per month with most communication via e-mail. The chapter board of director’s meeting schedule is called by the current chapter president and may include Zoom or in-person meetings, depending on the board’s availability and preferences.

Requirements: Active Sigma Nursing Member Status in the Omicron Omega Chapter.

Come join us at the Omicron Omega Board of Directors and assist us serving the North Coast Nursing Community!

Chapter officer positions are two-year terms (unless otherwise indicated), and the Leadership Succession Committee is a one-year term. Shortened terms are due to board vacancy in that position and must be opened to a vote in the next chapter election.

You must maintain active member status in Sigma Nursing and in the Omicron Omega Chapter while serving in these roles.

President 2026-2028: administers all business of the chapter, serves as chief representative of the chapter in inter-chapter activities, and can be an ex-officio member of all committees except the Leadership Succession Committee.

Secretary 2026-2028: prepares and distributes meeting minutes and correspondence.

Counselor 2026-2028: Oversees the induction of new student and nurse leader members. Must be a faculty member at the university affiliated with the Omicron Omega Chapter, Cal Poly Humboldt.

Director [3 positions]: serves on the Board of Directors as a voting member, supports chapter initiatives as determined by the board, and may serve on committees or task forces as needed.

2026-2028 Term: 2 Positions

2026-2027 Term: 1 Position

Leader Succession Committee 2026-2027: (three positions) Prepares the annual ballot, submits ballot to active chapter membership, tallies result of election and notifies all candidates of the results. Those serving on this committee are not permitted to be on the slate of candidates for officers. Committee usually operates April to June.

04/15/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Sigma Theta Tau, Omicron Omega Chapter 382
[email protected]

Local Sigma Theta Tau Receives Investment for Local Nurses
$10,000 Gift Strengthens Support for Nurses and Nursing Students
Arcata, CA — Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Omicron Omega Chapter 382, is honored to announce a generous $10,000 donation from the Mad River Community Hospital Volunteers, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. MRCH Volunteers, Inc. is dedicated to supporting community health through philanthropy and service.
This contribution directly strengthens opportunities for local nurses and nursing students by funding scholarships, educational programs, and community building events.

“We are deeply grateful for this extraordinary generosity,” said a representative of Omicron Omega Chapter 382. “Support from the Mad River Community Hospital Volunteers, Inc. allows us to uplift local nurses, reduce financial barriers for nursing students, and create meaningful opportunities for learning, connection, and community.”

For nearly three decades, Omicron Omega Chapter 382—affiliated with Cal Poly Humboldt—has fostered scholarship, leadership, and collaboration among nurses. The chapter’s annual scholarships, professional development offerings, and its well loved Nurses Night Out gatherings welcome all nurses and nursing students in the region.

This donation ensures these programs continue to grow, strengthening the local nursing workforce and empowering the next generation of nurse leaders.

The chapter welcomes community partners and individuals who wish to support nursing excellence. To learn more about contributing, attending events, or exploring membership, please contact Omicron Omega Chapter 382 at [email protected].

03/28/2026

Tickets are still available for our next event in two weeks! See you there!

Join us for our next Nurses’ Night Out on April 9th! Tickets and more information at SigmaOmicronOmega.eventbrite.com. See you there!

03/17/2026

Join us for our next Nurses’ Night Out on April 9th! Tickets and more information at SigmaOmicronOmega.eventbrite.com. See you there!

03/06/2026

03/03/2026

The upcoming screening has been moved to Thursday, April 9th. Tickets and information coming soon! Hope to see you there!

EVENT UPDATE - DATE CHANGE

The film screening of “The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause” documentary will take place starting at 6pm now on THURSDAY APRIL 9TH, 2026.

Networking and light bites before, starting at 5:30.

More information to follow!

02/13/2026

EVENT UPDATE - DATE CHANGE

The film screening of “The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause” documentary will take place starting at 6pm now on THURSDAY APRIL 9TH, 2026.

Networking and light bites before, starting at 5:30.

More information to follow!

12/05/2025

Shop items for sale by the Omicron Omega Chapter at the Seascape Harbor’s Holiday Giftshop from November 10th to January 5th to support nursing scholarships for local students. This giftshop is open daily from 11am to 4pm, located next to the boat launch!

10/11/2025

Join us at our next Nurses’ Night Out Event!

Thursday October 30th, 2025, starting 5:30pm.

Prior Registration is Required.

Tickets at SigmaOmicronOmega.eventbrite.com

09/18/2025

Save the Date!

Our next Nurses Night Out is coming on October 30th!

Tickets, Agenda, and CEU information will be coming soon!