ONS 11th Annual Institutes of Learning

Oncology Nursing Society

36th Annual Congress

April 28May 1, 2011
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Boston, Massachusetts

Connect, Learn, and Advocate—and Win Great Prizes—at the ONS Information Station

At some point during Congress, you'll want to visit the ONS Information Station, located at booth #734. It truly is your one-stop information shop for all things related to Congress or ONS. You can join or renew your membership, learn about continuing nursing education, browse the latest oncology nursing publications, advocate for your patients, and more.

Schedule of Events

Meet Keynote Presenter Charlie Lustman
Thursday, April 28, 10:0011:00 AM
After opening ceremonies, join composer and cancer survivor Charlie Lustman for a meet and greet at the ONS Information Station. A great opportunity to chat about his experiences and inspirational message!

Meet the Editors
Friday, April 29, 9:0010:00 AM
ONS journal editors Deborah Mayer (Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing editor) and Susan Moore (Oncology Nursing Forum assistant editor) will be available at the ONS Information Station from 9:00-10:00 AM on Friday to answer your questions and provide guidance on how to get published. Don’t miss this chance to learn from the experts.

Discussion on Genotype Directed Therapy for Lung Cancer
Friday, April 29, 10:0010:30 AM
Join Michele Myers, BSN, RN, OCN®, and Lecia V. Sequist, MD, MPH, for a discussion on the emerging cellular pathways that serve as therapeutic targets for non-small cell lung cancer, their corresponding novel therapies and the practical considerations for customizing and personalizing care for lung cancer patients. Discussion will be streamed live via UStream.

Healthcare Reform Discussion
Friday, April 29, 11:45 AM12:15 PM
ONS health policy director Alec Stone, MA, MPA, will answer questions about healthcare reform issues focusing on oncology nursing and patients with cancer. Discussion will be streamed live via UStream.

There's still time to submit questions! Submit your questions about how the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act will impact oncology nursing and patients with cancer to Alec Stone at astone@ons.org.

Win Awesome Prizes in the Free Attendee Raffle

Want to leave Boston with an iPad, a Kindle, or a $250 Visa gift card? Enter the free Attendee Raffle. All attendees will receive a raffle ticket in their conference guide. To enter, simply visit the ONS Information Station (booth #734 in the exhibit hall), and drop your ticket in the basket by the prize you want to win.

You can increase your odds of winning simply by learning more about ONS and its affiliates and getting involved. Here's what you can do to earn additional tickets.

  • Join or renew your membership at the ONS Information Station
  • Donate to the ONS Foundation at its booth near registration.
  • Learn more about oncology nursing certification at the ONCC Oasis.
  • Make a purchase at the ONS Store.
  • Visit the ONS Information Station to become a fan of ONS on Facebook or follow ONS on Twitter.
  • Register for an ONS University Online Course demonstration at the ONS Information Station

Somebody has to win, so try to make sure it's you!