OADN Voices: January 2025

January 29, 2025

A Welcome Message from OADN's Western Region Director

Enna Travathan

Hello, OADN members and friends,

My name is Enna Trevathan and I am honored to serve as your Western Region Director! Over the past 40 years, our members have elevated our organization as the national leader in Associate Degree nursing education and a key player in the broader conversations on healthcare and education access.

My journey began with my first OADN membership many years ago, and I am honored to have your trust as a member of the board. I am fully committed to expanding OADN’s reach in nursing education and advocacy, bringing even more value to our members. You have invested in OADN and we will continue to invest in you. While I was the nominee and now Western Region representative on the board, I’ve gained insight into our members’ needs—especially improving access to OADN benefits. Membership is at the heart of OADN, offering networking, professional development, advocacy, and leadership opportunities. We also provide access to cutting-edge curriculum trends, continuing education discounts, and full participation in elections.

Being “the voice” for Associate Degree Nursing, OADN collects, curates and offers our members the latest in curriculum development, nursing education trends and leadership development. OADN allows members to engage as much as you are able to, whether just a little or quite a lot! You can simply attend our webinars, or join a committee, attend the education packed annual convention, or run for a board position. Maybe there’s a new opportunity you would like us to help you make happen? I urge you to let us know by contacting the board here!

As you think about how you’ll invest your time this year, here is your reminder of just some of the benefits of your membership:

  • One of the best kept secrets about the benefits of belonging to OADN is the full access to the Journal, “Teaching and Learning in Nursing”. This essential journal has been cited numerous times in academic publications and other timely articles. It is a foundation for OADN’s thought leadership in nursing.
  • Connect with colleagues and receive Continuing Education (CE) credits at OADN’s national convention.
  • Attend webinars delivered exclusively for OADN members as well as those provided for broader audiences by our educational partners.
  • Enjoy special partner tuition rates for continuing your education at the masters or doctoral levels.
  • And of course, electing board members that reflect and contribute regional voices and lessons learned to OADN’s leadership and staff.

I am dedicated to increasing membership, fostering collaboration, and strengthening our voice at the national level. I invite you to engage—share your goals, join discussions, and participate in shaping our future.

Thank you for your membership in and support of OADN. Here’s to a fantastic 2025!

Sincerely,

Enna Travathan, DNP, MSN, RN, MBA, CNL
Director, Western Region