Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI)
Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) is the honor society of nursing with chapters located all over the world. Nursing students are eligible for nomination and membership in Chi-at-Large, which is the local chapter for St. Olaf College. Students are elected to membership in their senior year of the nursing program. STTI is a professional organization whose purpose includes recognizing superior achievement and development of leadership qualities, fostering high professional standards, encouraging creative work, and strengthening the commitment to the ideals and purposes of the nursing profession. The mission of the organization is to improve the health of all people and health care worldwide.
Criteria for membership include:
- Completion of at least one-half of the nursing curriculum
- Rank in the upper 35% of their nursing class
- A minimum GPA of 3.0
- Meet the expectations of academic integrity
- Receive nominations from a minimum of two faculty members
For more information, please contact the nursing department chair. You can also visit the STTI website.
The St. Olaf Student Nurses’ Association (SNA)
The St. Olaf Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) is the academic student organization on campus for those interested in pursuing a career in nursing. It is a nationally recognized chapter of the National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA). The SNA mission is to provide professional and personal support and guidance to current and future St. Olaf nursing students through mentorship and fellowship. SNA strives to further the philosophy of holistic nursing through volunteer opportunities that enrich the mind, body, and spirit.
SNA promotes the St. Olaf Nursing Program and participates in National Nurses’ Week each May, hosting events for the St. Olaf community. SNA members have the opportunity to participate in service projects, attend fun fellowship events, develop a sense of community among class years, and counsel prospective nursing students. Meetings are held monthly.
For more information, please contact the nursing department chair. You can also visit the NSNA website.