Welcome to the Tau Upsilon Chapter Website!

Welcome to our entire Membership and any visitors to our site!

The Tau Upsilon Chapter is committed to maintaining our website on The Circle up to date. We use this website and our social media platforms to communicate with all our members. We post about upcoming events, hold discussions, and share resources here.

Did you know...Tau Upsilon was a Chapter Giving Club Member from 2018-2024?

This means that Tau Upsilon donated $1 for every active member we have to the STTI Foundation! Our donated funds supported research grants, membership subsidies, and leadership education grants to fellow Sigma members. 

What have we been up to and what does our future hold?

We're committed to supporting our Tau Upsilon members and the surrounding community. For example, our "Fall Fun at Thiessen's" event is held yearly at our local apple orchard. We collaborate with Thiessen Apple Orchards to collect non-perishable items and raise funds for our local food banks. In collaboration with the University of Windsor Faculty of Nursing and Nursing Society, we participate in Windsor's "Coldest Night of the Year" walk, raising funds for our local food banks. We also collaborate with the Faculty of Nursing annually for the "Family Giving Campaign" to sponsor a family with needed household items and gifts for their children during the holidays. Our "Dining for Research" event is held biennially to raise funds for awards and grants for our Tau Upsilon members. 

We have held resume and interview workshops, research presentations, and seminars for our nursing students and practicing nurse members. We are passionate about serving our community and would love to recruit more volunteers to help with our philanthropy work. These are just snapshots of our past events, however, we would love to do so much more to help our local students, nurses, and community. Please reach out to one of our Chapter Leaders if you would like to join us for future events or if you would like to request additional support from us. We are here for you! 

When are members inducted into Tau Upsilon?

Our induction ceremony is held every year in the Spring. All members are welcome to join us in congratulating our new members at this event. Keep an eye out for further details in our emails and social media posts. We hope to see you there! 

Tau Upsilon Members and New Inductees of 2024


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Interested in joining our Chapter? Please click here for eligibility criteria!

Looking for an application?

Email Felicia Varacalli at varacalf@uwindsor.ca or Melissa Mastroianni at mastroim@uwindsor.ca to have an application sent to you. 

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Chapter News

  • Violence in Nursing

    By: Edward Cruz Edward Cruz , 16 days ago
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    We invite you to attend this online discussion and call to action on Violence in Nursing.

    Please use this link below to register for this event.

  • Coldest Night of the Year 2026!!

    By: Brandon Boundy Brandon Boundy , 23 days ago
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    Sigma Tau Upsilon & The University of Windsor Nursing Societies Unite for the Coldest Night of the Year 2026!

    It’s getting cold out there, but our community spirit is heating up! We are thrilled to announce that we will be participating in a collaborative effort for this year’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY).

    Our team, “Tau Upsilon and Nursing Society, University of Windsor”, is a joint force bringing together members from:

    •Sigma Tau Upsilon
    •The Graduate Nursing Society, University of Windsor 
    •The University of Windsor Undergraduate Nursing Society

    Why We Walk: It’s scary out there for too many people in our city. This February, our team is going to do something about it. Together with thousands of Canadians across the country, we are walking and fundraising to support and serve people and families experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness right here in Windsor. We are fundraising for Windsor Downtown- Downtown Mission of Windsor.

    Event Details: 📅 Date: February 28, 2026 📍 Location: Windsor Downtown
    Schedule:
    4:00 pm: Meet Check-in
    4:45 pm: Muster Gather for Opening Remarks
    5:00 pm: Move Send-off
    6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
    7:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2027!

    How You Can Help: We can’t do this alone. Please sponsor our team and help us reach our fundraising goals to support those who need it most. Every donation, big or small, makes a tangible difference.
    Please give generously by clicking the link below or scan the QR code on the poster, to donate directly to our team page!

    SUPPORT OUR TEAM HERE:

    https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=1041357&langPref=en-CA

    Thank you for helping us bring warmth to our community!

  • 2026 Call for Nominations

    By: Brandon Boundy Brandon Boundy , 27 days ago
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    Call for Nominations: 2026 Sigma Tau Upsilon Chapter Awards.

    The Executive Board of Tau Upsilon is excited to announce that nominations are now open for our 2026 Chapter Awards. Each year, we take this opportunity to recognize the outstanding service, research, and leadership demonstrated by nurses, nursing students, and friends of nursing in our community.

    We invite faculty, students, and practitioners to nominate an exceptional colleague or student today.

    Key Dates to Remember 🗓️

    Nomination Deadline: March 20th, 2026.⌛️

    Induction Ceremony: All awards will be presented on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

    How to Nominate
    Please email all nomination packages directly to our Awards Chair, Heather Sweet, at hsweet73@uwindsor.ca. If you have any questions regarding the submission process, feel free to reach out to her via email.

    Scan the QR code provided to view the full list of awards, specific eligibility criteria, and submission requirements.

    We look forward to celebrating the incredible work being done by our nurses and partners this year!

  • Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) Workshop

    By: Brandon Boundy Brandon Boundy , one month ago
    This is a friendly reminder that the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) Workshop for Graduate Students is taking place this Friday, January 16, 2026. Sigma members and graduate students are welcome to attend. Topic: Exploring the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) for Graduate Nursing Students: RAM Middle Range Theory in Practice & Research Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 Format: Virtual via Zoom Times: Eastern: 1:00–4:00 PM Central: 12:00–3:00 PM Pacific: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM Cost: FREE (registration required) Register Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026RAMGradStudentWorkshop
    This is a friendly reminder that the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) Workshop for Graduate Students is taking place this Friday, January 16, 2026. Sigma members and graduate students are welcome to attend.

    Topic: Exploring the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) for Graduate Nursing Students: RAM Middle Range Theory in Practice & Research
    Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
    Format: Virtual via Zoom
    Times:
    Eastern: 1:00–4:00 PM
    Central: 12:00–3:00 PM
    Pacific: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

    Cost: FREE (registration required)

    Register Here:
    https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026RAMGradStudentWorkshop

  • Help Us Support a Local Family This Holiday Season!

    By: Edward Cruz Edward Cruz , one month ago
    Sigma Tau Upsilon is proud to sponsor a local family in need this Christmas, and we’re inviting all students and community members to join us in spreading some holiday cheer.
    For further details, and to be connected with the organizer, please email us at sttitauupsilon@hotmail.com
    This year’s family includes:
    • A single mother
    • Two teenage daughters (ages 17 & 15)
    • A newborn baby boy arriving this month
    Our support will help make their holiday season a little brighter.
    How You Can Help:
    Please send an email to sttitauupsilon@hotmail.com, and we will connect you with the organizer. Monetary donations, etransfers, and gift cards are accepted.
    Donation Deadline: December 18, 2025
    Wish List:
    Clothing Sizes:
    • (36-year-old, female): Medium women’s / Small men’s, Shoes 7–7.5
    • (17-year-old, female): Women’s Small / Medium, Shoes 6.5, slippers, Hello Kitty
    • (15-year-old, female): Women’s XL / Men’s Large (Nike), Shoes Women’s 11 / Men’s 9, slippers, Hello Kitty
    • (newborn): 3–6 month baby items
    Gift Ideas:
    • Stroller, diaper bag
    • Clothing or accessory gift cards (Garage, Ardene, SportChek, Walmart)
    • Bath & Body Works items
    • Makeup, eyelash sets
    • Hair accessories, hair clippers/buzzers
    • Jewelry (non-allergic)
    • Fake nails/nail supplies
    • Art supplies
    • Earbuds
    • Facial cleansers, pimple patches, face masks
    • Throw blankets
    • Candles
    • Vanilla, coconut, sandalwood, cedar scents
    • Single-size bedding set (black)
    • Black canopy with lights
    • Baby items (including 0–3 month outfits — Elf outfit welcome!)
    • Hello Kitty or Powerpuff Girls items
    • Perfumes (Ariana Grande)
    • Porcelain doll
    • Tummy time playmat
    • Cineplex movie vouchers
    • Christmas tree decorations
    • Bubble bath

  • Roy Adaptation Model Workshop for Graduate Students

    By: Edward Cruz Edward Cruz , one month ago
    Free Workshop for Graduate Nursing Students - January 16, 2026
    Sigma chapters are pleased to share an upcoming Roy Adaptation Model Workshop for Graduate Students, sponsored by the Roy Adaptation Association International (RAA-I) and Sigma Chapters.
    Date: January 16, 2026
    Format: Virtual (Zoom)
    Time:
    • 1:00–4:00 PM Eastern
    • 12:00–3:00 PM Central
    • 10:00 AM–1:00 PM Pacific
    What to Expect:
    • Expert-led discussions
    • International perspectives from experienced professional’s
    • Ideal for master’s and doctoral students
    • Session will be recorded for registrants
    Cost: Free (registration required)
    Zoom link sent by email after registration
    Register here:
    This is a great opportunity for graduate students to deepen theoretical knowledge and connect with nursing scholars from around the world.
    Please share with anyone who may be interested!

  • Sigma - Tau Upsilon Chapter Fall Event

    By: Edward Cruz Edward Cruz , 4 months ago

    Join Sigma - Tau Upsilon Chapter's Fall Social and Philanthropic Event at Thiessen Orchards* on October 4th, 2025 (Saturday), from 10AM to 1:30PM (You are welcome to stay and explore until 5:30PM).

    Admission is $5 per person (kids and adults) for an all-day general pass (DOES NOT include the Haunted Barn).

    We encourage attendees to donate non-perishable food items/$ to our local food banks (UW student food bank). 

    For further details, please refer to the event flyer. To pre-purchase your ticket, please email sttitauupsilon@hotmail.com.

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    *We acknowledge Thiessen Orchards and their continued generous support of our event.

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