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The Northeastern Wisconsin Chapter of the Oncology Nursing Society (NEWONS) is an organization committed to the advancement of oncology nursing practice through education, communication, and research. We serve oncology nurses that live in Northeastern Wisconsin in the counties of Brown, Calumet, Door, Florence, Forest, Kewanee, Langlade, Manitowoc, Marinette, Menominee, Oconto, Outagamie, Shawano, and Winnebago.
HOW TO FORMALLY JOIN: Formally joining the NEWONS chapter is easy and gives you opportunities to attend monthly membership meetings, member-exclusive events, earn occasional CEUs, apply for scholarships, and more! You must select the Northeastern Wisconsin Chapter from your ONS Account under the Renew/Join option to officially become a member. If you are already a national member and would like to join, contact the ONS national office.  Joining our chapter is $15/yr in addition to your ONS membership dues. Nursing students who have not yet earned their RN degree are FREE to join!

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Announcements

2026 NEWONS Board Member

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President 

Melissa Johnson, RN, OCN

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Past President

Brenda Van Sambeek, RN, MSN, OCN

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Vice President

Michelle Vanden Boogart, RN, MSN, OCN

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Treasurer

Jennifer Reilly, RN 

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Secretary

Susan Leffel, RN, OCN

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Programs Coordinator

Autumn Kilker, RN, BSN 

Kim Bonneville, MSN, RN, OCN

Nancy Gudex, MSN, ANP-BC, AOCNP

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Member Relations

Laura Santkuyl, MSN, RN, OCN

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Student Relations

Brenda Van Sambeek, RN, MSN, OCN

 

 

Student Nurses: 

The Northeast Wisconsin Oncology Nursing Society (NEWONS) proudly welcomes student nurses who are passionate about oncology care. Joining ONS and NEWONS as a student member is completely free and opens the door to a world of professional growth and opportunity.

Student membership offers access to:

  • Educational scholarships to support continued learning
  • Conference opportunities to connect with oncology professionals nationwide
  • Valuable networking with experienced oncology nurses and mentors

Becoming a member is an excellent way to explore the field of oncology nursing, build professional connections, and gain insight into the latest advancements in cancer care.

For more information or questions about student membership, contact our Student Relations Chair.

Member Spotlight

Pharma-Sponsored Educational Events

Attendance Restrictions May Apply

Please contact Laura Santkuyl (laura.santkuyl@thedacare.org) for all requests to email invites out to the membership

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Blenrep: A Treatment Option for Adults with Relapsed or Refractory Multiple Myeloma

Emilie Aschenbrenner, RPH

Rye Restaurant 

308 W College Ave. 

Appleton, WI 54911

6:30pm 

RSVP by February 13

Register Here

NEWONS 2026 Membership Meetings

RSVP to all meetings/events per the "Events" tab on main page 
Please contact Autumn Kilker at kilk16@yahoo.com or kimberlymbonneville@gmail.com for all program/sponsorship related questions
NEWONS 2026 Events 
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Understanding Cisplatin-induced Ototoxicity & the Lifelong Impact for your Patients
Brooke O’Keefe, PharmD, BCPS
Medical Oncology Clinical Senior Pharmacist, Indiana University Health Simon Cancer Center
Waverly Beach & Grille
N8770 Fire Lane 1
Menasha, WI 54952
5:30 pm Registration and Networking
6:00 pm NEWONS Membership Meeting
6:15pm Education and Dinner 
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Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Navigation Shared Decision-Making in the Evolving Landscape of CLL
Jenna Hanson, BSN, RN, OCN
Rye
308 W College Avenue
Appleton, WI 54911
5:30 pm Registration and Networking
6:00 pm NEWONS Membership Meeting
6:15pm Education and Dinner
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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Breast Cancer Epidemiology & Differences in its Subtypes: Nursing Considerations
Tamiah Wright, DNP, MBA, APNP, AGCNS-BC, OCN
Special guest from WI Breast Cancer Coalition 
Location TBD
5:30 pm Registration and Networking
6:00 pm NEWONS Membership Meeting
6:15pm Education and Dinner
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Thursday, May 7, 2026
NEWONS Spring Vendor Fair 
Bridgewood Conference Center
1000 Cameron Way
Neenah, WI 54956
More information to come!
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September Date TBD
Multiple Myeloma
Kaitlyn Eliason, BSN, RN 
Location TBD
5:30 pm Registration and Networking
6:00 pm NEWONS Membership Meeting
6:15pm Education and Dinner
Thursday, October 15, 2026
NEWONS Fall Conference
More information to come!

NEWONS 2026 Social Events

Educational Opportunities and Helpful Links

Oncology Nursing Society | ONS | ons.org

ONS Biomarker Database


ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course

Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration

Big List of Free CE

Visit: https://www.ons.org/ for opportunities in FREE Continuing Nursing Education

ONS Guidelines click here

Oncology Nursing Podcasts


Funding for Nurses | Oncology Nursing Foundation (onfgivesback.org)

Advocacy and health policy webinar