Welcome Xi-Kappa at-Large Members

Chapter Giving Club Donor 2019-2023  /  Chapter Key Award 2021 

2025 Fall Educational Event

On November 12th, Sigma Xi-Kappa hosted its Fall Education Session: “Demystifying Poster Creation: How to Showcase Nursing Projects” presented by Dr. Tracy Wright and Dr. Diane Forsyth where participants learned practical strategies for creating impactful posters that highlight nursing projects with confidence and clarity. This event was approved for 1 CEU by the North Dakota Board of Nursing (#2397). If you missed it, watch the recording and complete the post-survey to earn your CEU. 


https://minnstate.zoom.us/rec/share/CsQsTrY7JbNaQrJfvKXTOqKdhDUK8ELeqtXT-t3cKiwsGA-lTn1LSWD3cLpEM4NQ.nRe7bnQVfoIe2C4N?startTime=1762988450000

2025 Induction Ceremony

Thank you to all who joined us for the 2025 Induction Ceremony. Our sincere congratulations to all our new inductees! We look forward to witnessing your continued contributions to the nursing profession. Furthermore, we offer special congratulations to the award recipients. Your outstanding achievements have set a high standard for excellence! 

  • Adriana Rasidovic (NDSU Bismarck) - Undergraduate Scholarship
  • Breanna Schatz (NDSU Bismarck) - Undergraduate Scholarship
  • Lindsay Bontjes (Mayville State University) - Graduate Scholarship
  • Sheri Gunderson (University of Jamestown) - Graduate Scholarship
  • Paige Maynard (University of Jamestown) - Martha Vorvick Scholarship
  • Dr. Carey Haugen (Mayville State University) - Excellence in Caring
  • Dr. Beth Sanford (Sanford Legal Nurse Consultant) - Excellence in Nursing Research
  • Dr. Penny Briese (University of Jamestown) - Excellence in Nursing Leadership
V o l u n t e e r i n g

As proud members of Sigma Theta Tau, we have demonstrated commitment to our community. This holiday season, the Xi-Kappa-at-Large chapter encourages you to continue our tradition of giving back. Volunteering is a wonderful way to spread joy and support those in need. You can donate food/gifts/clothing to shelters, volunteer your time at local food banks, or provide monetary donations to help feed families during the holiday. Whatever you choose, let's make this holiday season special for everyone in our community. Your generosity and kindness can bring warmth and happiness to those who need it most. 

What Resources Are Available To Me?
If you are new to Xi Kappa...WELCOME! Please click here to find new member benefits. 
If you are an existing member, click here to review the list of Sigma member benefits.
Did you know Sigma nurses also have access to free webinars and resources? Sigma’s online resource center combines articles, member stories, videos, webinars, and podcasts to create an engaging experience. This mixed-media platform can support you to advocate for change within your healthcare system. Sigma offers you these recourses in appreciation of your work to improve people's lives everywhere!

For spring 2024, the Xi-Kappa at Large chapter cordially invited you to enhance your professional development by participating in a live upcoming webinar or by accessing one of Sigma’s archived webinars here.
Students: We recommend the session titled “Exploring NCLEX Content with Test Strategies and Practice Questions.” This webinar is an excellent opportunity to improve your testing skills and gain a deeper understanding of the Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) before your examination. You can watch a previous recording or attend a live session on November 19th at 1100 EST.
Nurse Educators: You may find the archived webinar “Balancing Act: How to Support Students and Nurses for the Future of Healthcare” particularly beneficial. It shares important information to help students and nurses maintain well-being and develop professional relationships. 
Bedside Nurses: The webinar “Empowered Nursing: Balancing Staffing Challenges, Smart Delegation, and Professional Integrity?” explores the complex challenges around staffing, delegation, and maintaining professional integrity. You can attend the live session on November 5th, 2024 at 1000 EDT.
We encourage all Xi-Kappa members to take advantage of these opportunities to advance their knowledge and skills in the nursing field.
What is Sigma?
In 1922, six nurses founded Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, today known as Sigma, at the Indiana University Training School for Nurses, which is now the Indiana University School of Nursing, in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. The founders chose the name from the Greek words storgé, thárros, and timé, meaning love, courage, and honor. Sigma became incorporated in 1985 and is a nonprofit organization with a 501(c)(3) tax status in the United States. Learn more about the organization at www.SigmaNursing.org

Organizational Mission

Developing nurse leaders anywhere to improve healthcare everywhere.

Organizational Vision

Connected, empowered nurse leaders transforming global healthcare.

Membership

Membership is by invitation to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship and to nurse leaders who exhibit exceptional achievements in nursing. Sigma has more than 135,000 active members residing in more than 100 countries! There are roughly 540 chapters at more than 700 institutions of higher education and practice settings throughout the world. Xi-Kappa At Large is dedicated to providing a rewarding and unique professional development experience through Sigma membership. 

Please consider a donation to the
Martha Vorvick Berge Memorial Scholarship Fund!
Martha Vorvick Berge Scholarship Donation Flyer.doc

Chapter News

  • Collaboration in Action!

    By: Jill Johnson Jill Johnson , 2 days ago
    Carey Haugen and Collette Christoffers attended the Strengthening Healthcare Through Interprofessional Collaboration conference hosted by the North Dakota Nurses Association. This event brought together professionals from multiple disciplines to share knowledge and explore strategies to improve patient care outcomes. Attendees represented healthcare organizations across ND and western MN. In addition to participating in the conference, Haugen and Christoffers hosted an information table for Xi-Kappa at-Large, answering questions about membership, activities, and opportunities for professional development. Photo: Dr. Carey Haugen, past president of Xi-Kappa at-Large, at the information table.

  • Celebrating Our Chapter’s Achievements!

    By: Jill Johnson Jill Johnson , 10 days ago

    We had an amazing time at the Chapter Key Celebration, and we’re proud to share some highlights:

    ✅ Chapter Key Award
    ✅ 30-Year Anniversary Recognition
    ✅ Certificate for Maintaining Chapter Requirements

    A special moment captured with our own Xi-Kappa President, Sheri Gunderson, alongside Sigma leaders President Sandra Bibb and Executive Director Lucas Davis, along with our incredible Regional Director for the North America Region 4, Sara Thimmes. These accomplishments reflect the dedication and excellence of our chapter! Check out the photos and join us in celebrating these milestones!

  • Clothing Drive

    By: Jill Johnson Jill Johnson , 9 months ago
    Jamestown Xi Kappa student members rallied support for healthcare facilities in the Fargo/Moorhead/Mayville area, focusing on clothing donations, especially sweats. The collection drive concluded at the Jamestown women’s basketball game this Saturday. Thanks to their incredible efforts, discharged patients have the dignity and comfort they deserve! A huge thank you to everyone who contributed. Together, we made a difference!

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