Save the date & location for the OCN Review Course – Fred Hutch Campus, Pelton Auditorium
February 28th and March 1st
Click here to nominate a colleague for the 2026 McCorkle lectureship
Save the date & location for the OCN Review Course – Fred Hutch Campus, Pelton Auditorium
February 28th and March 1st
Click here to nominate a colleague for the 2026 McCorkle lectureship
PSONS is excited to announce that applications for our 2026 Scholarships are now open!
These scholarships are designed to support oncology nurses in their pursuit of advanced education, certification, and professional development. Whether you’re working toward an oncology nursing certification, enrolling in a degree program, or attending a conference to enhance your practice — we encourage you to apply!
Learn more and apply here: 2026 Annual Scholarship Opportunities
Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your professional growth and make a difference in oncology nursing!
Each year, PSONS invests in the growth of oncology nurses across the Puget Sound region. Our Spring 2025 scholarship cycle was no exception—seventeen scholarships were awarded to exceptional nurses who secured funding to advance their education and professional development.
12 scholarship categories offered
44 total awards available
24 completed applications
17 scholarships awarded—a 71 % success rate!
| Category | Awardees & Institutions |
|---|---|
| Academic | Sofiya Kylyukh (FH) · Stephanie Stoll (UWMC) · Lisa Vineyard (UWMC) |
| ONCC Exam/Preparation | Lula Johnson (VAPSHS) · Sofiya Kylyukh (FH) · Megan Miller (UWMC‑NW) |
| ONS Bridge | Kelle Gross (FH) · Sofiya Kylyukh (FH) |
| ONS Web Courses | Sofiya Kylyukh (FH) |
| ONS Membership | Sofiya Kylyukh (FH) · Gretchen Metzger (UWMC) · Tuyen Tran (VM Franciscan SJ) |
| Symposium Attendance | Elizabeth Kelley (FH) · Sofiya Kylyukh (FH) · Marie Merca (VAPSHS) · Rae Niculescu (FH) · Tara Yanez (FH) |
Several categories received no applications this spring—Associate ONS Membership, Oncology Nurse Navigation, Non‑PSONS Symposium, Symposium for Alaska members, and Nursing Leadership Development. If one of these aligns with your goals, apply during our Fall 2026 application window.
We extend heartfelt thanks to our Scholarship Committee members for their meticulous reviews and to all applicants for striving toward continuous improvement in patient care.
Call to Action:
Interested in applying or sponsoring future scholarships? Visit our Scholarships page or contact scholarships@psons.org.