42nd Biennial Convention (16 November - 20 November 2013)

Leadership Sessions

Abstracts of translational research, evidence-based clinical and service projects, and leadership initiatives that demonstrate a direct link to the Convention theme Give Back to Move Forward are invited.

Leadership Sessions are designed to enhance leadership talents and skills in a variety of professional situations. Concurrent Sessions will present practice ideas drawn from current knowledge and best practices in leadership. Emphasis will be on practicality, innovation and forward thinking.

Topics for Submission

  • Developing Leaders for the Future
  • Global Leadership
  • Leading Change
  • Leadership in Nursing Education
  • Leadership Development Models
  • Redesigning Healthcare
  • Workforce Planning

In all categories, we welcome submissions related to genetics/genomics.

Selection Criteria

Submissions will be rated on the following:
  • Significance to nursing practice, education, administration and/or policy making
  • Clarity of description
  • Creativity of presentation format
  • Contribution of context to leadership knowledge and/or practice

Abstract Requirements

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Oral/Poster Presentation

  • Abstract (300 words in length).

    Symposium (75 minutes)

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    For symposia submissions, please adhere to word limitations identified in symposium instructions.
    Individual abstracts must contain no more than 300 words.


    Technical assistance may be obtained by calling 401-334-0220 between 8:30 am-6 pm EDT, Monday-Friday.

    For more information, please email Machelle@stti.org