Nursing Honor Society Beta Mu welcomes 46 new inductees
On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the College of Nursing proudly inducted 46 outstanding students into the Beta Mu Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) during a virtual Zoom ceremony. The event celebrated academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to advancing the nursing profession.
Founded in 1922 by six visionary nursing students, Sigma has grown into a global organization with more than 100,000 active members across 600 chapters in more than 90 countries. Its membership includes clinical nurses, nurse educators, researchers, policymakers, and healthcare entrepreneurs, all united by a mission to connect, empower, and develop nurse leaders who transform global healthcare.
Membership in the Beta Mu chapter is by invitation only. It recognizes baccalaureate and graduate nursing students who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, as well as nurse leaders with exceptional professional achievements. Undergraduate students must have completed at least half of their nursing curriculum and rank in the top 35% of their class, while graduate students must have completed a quarter of their program with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
This year’s inductees join a global community that values scholarship, leadership, service, community, and professional development. Sigma nurses are recognized for their academic excellence and dedication to serving patients and communities at home and abroad. Through Sigma, members gain access to a wealth of resources, including continuing education, research funding, career development opportunities, and a strong international network of peers and mentors.
The induction ceremony featured remarks from Beta Mu members, who congratulated the new members and encouraged them to embrace the opportunities and responsibilities of Sigma membership. As the latest generation of Sigma nurses, these 46 inductees represent the future of nursing, committed, compassionate, and capable of shaping the future of healthcare.
“The induction into Sigma is more than an honor; it recognizes these students' dedication and intellect for the nursing profession, as well as their compassion for those in need. We are immensely proud of our Beta Mu inductees at the College of Nursing,” said Brian Ahn, PhD, dean of the College of Nursing. “They are not only academic achievers but also emerging leaders who will shape the future of healthcare locally and nationally.”
This ceremony celebrated the inductees' hard work and accomplishments and marked the start of an exciting career journey. The College of Nursing congratulates the 2026 Beta Mu inductees and looks forward to their contributions as Sigma members and Wildcat leaders in the nursing profession. These students’ achievements embody the core values of excellence, leadership, and service. With their passion and dedication, these new members are poised to elevate healthcare standards and make meaningful contributions to the well-being of the communities they serve.