Washburn University Harmony J. Hines School of Nursing Students Inducted into Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Topeka, Kan. - Washburn University's Harmony J. Hines School of Nursing graduating seniors joined peers from Baker University School of Nursing and Emporia State University's nursing program as the newest inductees into the Eta Kappa Chapter-at-Large of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma). The ceremony took place April 20 at Stormont Vail Health.

"Induction into Sigma is a recognition of academic excellence and an affirmation of a nurse's commitment to leadership, service and the lifelong advancement of the profession. By welcoming these outstanding students and nurse leaders, we strengthen a global community dedicated to transforming healthcare through evidence-based practice, scholarship and a shared vision for a healthier world. We are incredibly proud to celebrate their achievements and the vital role they will play in the future of nursing," said Dr. Lara Rivera, professor and Sigma Theta Tau counselor, Washburn University Harmony Hines School of Nursing.

Students inducted include:

Brooke Bowles, senior, from Highlands Ranch, Colo.
Kristi Edelman, senior, from Sabetha, Kan.
Brilea Flott, senior, from Topeka, Kan.
Barsha Kattel, senior, from Jhapa, Nepal.
Alicia Kellogg, senior, from Lawrence, Kan.
Rebecca Love, senior, from Lyndon, Kan.
Amanda Lynn, senior, from Burlingame, Kan.
Mia Miller, senior, from Topeka, Kan.
Keetan Munsell, senior, from Salina, Kan.
Jada Pippins, senior, from Olathe, Kan.
Grace Reid, senior, from Oskaloosa, Kan.
Lakin Rold, senior, from Lee's Summit, Mo.
Dylan Shaffer, senior, from Osage City, Kan.
Cherish Sherman, senior, from Golden, Colo.
Alaina Strahm, senior, from Sabetha, Kan.
Samikshya Subedi, senior, from Kathmandu, Nepal.
Sydney Thompson, senior, from Beloit, Kan.
Sadie Walker, senior, from Holton, Kan.
Chelsea Wineland, senior, from Manhattan, Kan.

- 30 -

Founded in 1865, Washburn University is a public institution with more than 8,000 students involved in more than 200 academic programs. Washburn's programs lead to certification, associate, bachelor, master's degree or doctor of nursing practice and juris doctor degrees. The programs are offered through Washburn's six primary academic units - College of Arts & Sciences, School of Applied Studies, Gregory D. and Ronda K. Brenneman School of Business, Harmony J. Hines School of Nursing, School of Law and Washburn Institute of Technology (Washburn Tech).

All programs are offered on either the 160-acre residential campus in the heart of Topeka, Kan., at Washburn Tech's campus on Topeka's west side or in the East Topeka facility. Washburn University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association and many of the individual programs have additional accreditations.

For further information, contact:
Lacey Kinder
Content Specialist
Telephone: (785) 670-2154
Cell: (785) 845-1909
Email: [email protected]