It is always SONEI in Nursing Ethics……with apologies for a bit of morning pre-latte humor! The Society for Nursing Ethics International (SONEI.org) has been established and the website has gone 🎉 live! The website is fully open, fully accessible to subscribers and non-subscribers alike — and it is entirely FREE. Because, well, nurses are freely … Continue reading Announcing – the Society for Nursing Ethics International (SONEI)
Announcement
Call for Abstracts: 5th Indigenous Nursing Research Leadership Summit (Oct 6–9, 2026)
Abstract Submission Deadline: April 24, 2026Conference Website The conference planning committee is pleased to invite abstract submissions for the 5th Indigenous Nursing Research Leadership Summit, taking place October 6–9, 2026, on the traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples (Victoria, British Columbia). This international Summit brings together Indigenous nursing leaders, scholars, … Continue reading Call for Abstracts: 5th Indigenous Nursing Research Leadership Summit (Oct 6–9, 2026)
Plan now to attend the 2026 Virtual Nursology Theory Week (VNTW)!
This important 5-day conference is a prime opportunity - particularly for students who are embarking on new career paths in nursing! The conference spans 5 days from March 19th - 23rd, offering maximum flexibility for attending sessions of your choice. The program details will be posted within the next week. So start planning now to … Continue reading Plan now to attend the 2026 Virtual Nursology Theory Week (VNTW)!
Neuman Systems Model Virtual Dialogue and Awards Opportunities
The Neuman Systems Model Trustees are delighted to announce an upcoming virtual dialogue on March 27, 2026. Two of our Trustees from the Netherlands will present "Why the Neuman Systems Model Matters Today and in the Future," providing an optimistic perspective of how a nursology conceptual model can advance nursology knowledge, bridging challenges to the … Continue reading Neuman Systems Model Virtual Dialogue and Awards Opportunities
Neuman Systems Model Awards
The Neuman Systems Model Trustees Group is pleased to invite applicants for the awards listed below. See additional information on the Neuman Systems Model page. The Neuman Systems Model Research Institute. For more information, contact Dr. Jacqueline Fawcett (jacqueline.fawcett@umb.edu) The John Crawford NSM Research Institute Fellow Award Purpose: The purpose of this award is to … Continue reading Neuman Systems Model Awards
The “Editor Roster” on Writer’s Camp!
Just a few short months ago, Leslie Nicoll created the website and online resource center Writer's Camp: An Online Resource for Nursologists: Excellence in Writing, Publishing, & Editing. "Wrtier's Camp" has very quickly become a premier resource for all things related to writing and publishng for nurses from the first day of their learning journey, … Continue reading The “Editor Roster” on Writer’s Camp!
Now Open! Registration and Abstract Submission for VNTW 2026
Theme - The Future of Nursing Knowledge Development The Virtual Nursology Theory Week (VNTW) 2026 will be held on March 19 through 23, 2026 (Thursday to Monday). As in past years, we will have a full schedule with Panel Presentations, a closing Keynote, Knowledge Sessions: Podium and Poster, and Daily Discussions for 4 of the … Continue reading Now Open! Registration and Abstract Submission for VNTW 2026
“Knowledge Development in Nursing” 12th Edition now available
It is with great delight that we are announcing the release of the 12th Edition of this book - one of almost two dozen books that are currently published on approaches to the development of nursology theories and philosophies. Lucinda Canty, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN; Lucy Mkandawire-Valhmu, PhD, RN, FAAN joined me in co-authoring this … Continue reading “Knowledge Development in Nursing” 12th Edition now available
Registration Open for the Society of Rogerian Scholars Hybrid Conference – Oct 24-26, 2025
Download conference flyer Click here for the registration form and to register. We welcome all nursologists to join us for the 2025 SRS conference, coming up in October! Join us in person at the beautiful Florida Atlantic University College of Nursing, or tune in virtually! Here is a preview of the rich program that is … Continue reading Registration Open for the Society of Rogerian Scholars Hybrid Conference – Oct 24-26, 2025
Writer’s Camp Resource: “Blog Post, Journal Article, or Both?”
If you are confused about the differences between blogs and journal articles, you are not alone! To the rescue - the recent article in Writer's Camp titled "Blog Post, Journal Article, or Both?" This article explains the distinctions, and also introduces the 'hybrid" concept that is being used for "Writer's Camp"! Writer's Camp has very … Continue reading Writer’s Camp Resource: “Blog Post, Journal Article, or Both?”
The 6th Edition of “Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice” is Here!
Marlaine C. Smith, Editor I’m happy to announce that the 6th edition of Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice, published by F.A. Davis, has been released. This book was originally edited by Marilyn Parker (2000; 2005). I joined her to co-edit the 3rd and 4th editions (2010, 2015) and edited the 5th and 6th editions … Continue reading The 6th Edition of “Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice” is Here!
Introducing Writer’s Camp
By Leslie H. Nicoll, PhD, MBA, RN, FAANCamp Director, Writer's Camp Let me take this opportunity to introduce you to Writer's Camp, a new online resource I've created that focuses on excellence in writing, editing, and publishing. It's specifically designed for nursologists. I chose the "camp" metaphor because my own camp experiences were fun and … Continue reading Introducing Writer’s Camp
VNTW (Virtual Nursology Theory Week) Development Fund
Contribute to the Fund The VNTW Leadership Team has established a fund that will be used primarily to create scholarships for the support of doctoral nursing students and early career nursing scholars from countries around the world to participate in our annual VNTW conference. Information about the availability of Scholarships, and the application process will … Continue reading VNTW (Virtual Nursology Theory Week) Development Fund
VNTW for 2026 – March 19-23!
This is no April Fools joke!! The critically significant annual virtual nursing theory week is on the calendar! Save the date, March 19-23, and watch this space for more information as the details emege. You can also review the 2025 program on the VNTW website for inspiration to participate!
Martha E. Rogers Scholars Fund Applications Due April 1st
Announced by Violet Malinski on behalf of the Society of Rogerian Scholars The MER Scholars Fund is pleased to announce that the next deadline for application to the Martha E. Rogers Scholars Grant is April 1, 2025. Guidelines and application can be found on the SRS website (societyofrogerianscholars.org). The purpose of the grant is To … Continue reading Martha E. Rogers Scholars Fund Applications Due April 1st
Society of Rogerian Scholars Establishes New Award
The John R. Phillips Outstanding Publication/Artistic Work Award Depicting Rogers’ Science of Unitary Human Beings was endowed by John Phillips to honor his sister, Barbara D. Phillips, a newborn nursery nurse, and Martha Rogers herself. The award acknowledges the work of scholars in the arts and sciences for contributing to Rogerian Nursing Science. The … Continue reading Society of Rogerian Scholars Establishes New Award
Peace and Good Health to All
Wishing all of our visitors a holiday season of joy, peace and good health! From the Nursology.net Team!
Thelma Schorr, In Memoriam
In MemoriamGuardian of the Discipline It is with great sadness that we note the death of Thelma Schorr on December 20, 2024. She had just celebrated her 100th birthday the previous Sunday, December 15th. Thelma was among the greatest of nursing journal editors, serving as Editor of the American Journal of Nursing (AJN) for forty years from 1950-1990. … Continue reading Thelma Schorr, In Memoriam
Reminder – VNTW Abstracts due December 1st!
call for abstracts The annual Virtual Nursology Theory Week (VNTW) conference will be March 20-24, 2025, and abstracts are due on December 1st!! The theme, Honoring Our Past and Moving Forward: Decolonizing Nursing Knowledge, reflects our commitment to embracing our history while forging a path toward a progressive and inclusive future in nursing. The inspiration of … Continue reading Reminder – VNTW Abstracts due December 1st!
Discussion Sessions Related to Walter’s Post “The Value of Integrating Nursing Theories in an Era of Legislative Censorship.”
We are delighted to provide an opportunity for Nursologists to discuss ideas and actions that are inspired by Robin Walter's November 19, 2024 blog post titled "The Value of Integrating Nursing Theories in an Era of Legislative Censorship." The discussion will draw on Walter's theory "Emancipatory Nursing Praxis" and will explore ideas for action and … Continue reading Discussion Sessions Related to Walter’s Post “The Value of Integrating Nursing Theories in an Era of Legislative Censorship.”