Fall 2009 Newsletter!

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INDUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS

Zeta Epsilon celebrated the chapter’s induction on April 26, 2009. Inductees included 32 BSN students,7 MSN students, and Community Nurse Leaders. LeBien Hall was filled with family and friends who proudly acknowledged the accomplishments of the inductees.

Zeta Epsilon Leadership Intern Lindsay Jarosak MSN, RN, FNP provided the keynote address to newmembers, family, and friends. Her lecture titled “Factors Influencing Utilizationof Prenatal Care among Hispanic Women Living in the United States." Those attending enjoyed the presentation of her findings.

_{Above: Lindsey Jarosak, MSN, RN, FNP presenting her research at the Zeta Epsilon Induction}

Former graduate students Deanna Huss and Ghariwayne Fornillos presented their evidence- based practice guidelines at the Midwest Nursing Research Society's conference in March.  Deanna and Ghariwayne received Zeta Epsilon research grants which supported their membership in the research society.

Deanna found that the conference was a great opportunity to network with other professionals and display her own accomplishments.  She found networking with other who shared her interest rewarding and felt reassured that her hard work was indeed valuable to the nursing profession.  Deanna reported, "Being in an atmosphere where others are excited about research and evidence- based practice developments is contagious and inspiring!" 

MEMBER PROFILE:

Chantel Prater was inducted into the Zeta Epsilon Chapter in April 2008 and has participated in many chapter activities: the Lia Sophia jewelry sale, the Pharmacology Update for Advanced Practice Nurses, and alumni calls for the College of Nursing's 40th Anniversary Gala.  Chatel also volunteers within her local community.  She is the president of the local youth football and cheerleading association and has served as a head and assistant coach for youth soccer and cheerleading.  She participates in fundraising and distributing food at the local food bank and teaches vacation bible school.

Chantel is a member of the American Association of Critical- Care Nurses and is currently employed as an RN in critical care.  At the College of Nursing, Chantel is working as a co-investigator in a qualitative study with Professor Kristen Mauk. 

Photos from our most recent workshop: 

UPCOMING EVENTS

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