Sigma Theta Tau (Nursing Honorary)

This national nursing honorary was founded in 1922 at the Indiana University Training School for Nurses and recognizes scholarship and leadership among College of Nursing students. UT’s Gamma Chi Chapter was granted its charter in 1978.  The chapter annually presents the Sylvia Hart Award to a graduating senior who displays the most promise of future excellence in practice.

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  • Title Sigma Theta Tau (Nursing Honorary)
  • Betsey B. Creekmore
  • Author Daniele Miller
  • Keywords Sigma Theta Tau (Nursing Honorary)
  • Website Name Volopedia
  • Publisher University of Tennessee Libraries
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  • Access Date July 22, 2025
  • Original Published Date
  • Date of Last Update November 10, 2018