Dear Sigma Iota Kappa Chapter Members,

The Iota Kappa Chapter of Sigma at Gwynedd Mercy University is pleased to announce a call for nominations for upcoming leadership roles. Serving in a chapter leadership position is a meaningful way to contribute to our mission of advancing nursing scholarship, leadership, and service.

We are currently seeking nominations for the following positions:

Open Positions

President-Elect
Term: August 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027
This role supports chapter leadership and transitions into the President position at the completion of the term.

Treasurer
Term: August 1, 2026 – August 31, 2028
Responsible for oversight of chapter finances, budgeting, and financial reporting in alignment with Sigma guidelines.

Governance Chair
Provides leadership and oversight of chapter governance processes, including bylaws review, policy alignment with Sigma requirements, and ensuring adherence to organizational standards and reporting expectations.

ABSN Counselor
Serves as a liaison and support for Accelerated BSN student members, promoting engagement and chapter involvement.

Leadership Succession Committee Member 2
Assists in identifying, mentoring, and developing future chapter leaders to ensure continuity and sustainability of chapter operations.

We encourage members who are interested in leadership, professional growth, and advancing the work of Sigma to consider self-nomination or to nominate a colleague.

Nomination Process
Please submit nominations, including the nominee's name and position of interest, to Jenn Brown at brown.j@gmercyu.edu by February 27th. Self-nominations are welcome.

Thank you for your commitment to Sigma and to the nursing profession. We look forward to your participation in shaping the future of the Iota Kappa Chapter.

Warm regards,
Leadership Succession Team

Dear Members,

The Leadership Succession Committee is pleased to announce the Board of Directors for the 2025–2027 term!  Along with the board members returning to complete their term, these dedicated leaders will guide Sigma in continuing its mission to advance excellence, scholarship, and leadership in nursing.

2025–2027 Board Members:

• Dona Molyneaux, President 
• Trisha Brown-O'Hara, Vice President 
• Carol D'Orazio (Returning), Secretary
• Claire McConnell (Returning), Treasurer
• Andrea Mann, TBSN Program Counselor
• Theresa McGowan, WEND & Graduate Program Counselor  
• ABSN Program Counselor - Open position
• Jenn Brown (Returning), Leadership Succession Chair
• Carol D'Orazio (Returning), Leadership Succession Comm Mbr 1,
•  Jennifer Connolly, Leadership Succession Comm Mbr 2
• Laraine Amoia-Watters, Governance Chair
• Jo Ann Serota (Returning), Governance Mbr 1
• Sherly Wilson (returning), Governance Mbr 2
• Justin Keller (returning), Website & Media 
  
  

Please join us in congratulating our new board members and supporting them as they lead Sigma forward over the next two years.

Thank you for your continued commitment to our shared mission and community.

Warm regards,

Iota Kappa Leadership Succession Team

• Voting is open now and will close on July 31, 2025 at 11:59PM.
• Please vote only once; your responses will be kept confidential.
• Election results will be shared with members by August 4, 2025.