Recognizing Excellence in Associate Degree Nursing The Academy of Associate Degree Nursing (AADN) honors individuals who exemplify outstanding dedication to associate degree nursing education and practice. Fellows of the Academy serve as change agents and mentors, advancing health and education through their commitment to the associate degree nursing pathway. Become a Fellow of [...]
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Candidate Applications for OADN Board of Directors and Nominating Committee due June 15th Dear OADN Members, Amber Ortega, MSN, RN, CNE, CMSRN 2026 Chair, OADN Nominating Committee Professor of Nursing, Arizona Western College, Yuma, AZ Are you looking for an opportunity to share your passion for nursing education? As the only national nursing organization exclusively [...]
The 2026 OADN Convention—A Commitment to Your Own Well Being This year, the 2026 OADN Convention will take place November 12–14 in San Antonio, Texas, at the Marriott Rivercenter at the River Walk. Our theme—Empowering the ADN Educator: Flourishing with Strength and Sustainability—captures the increasingly complex environment ADN educators navigate every day. This theme [...]
Dr. Morris brings extensive experience in nursing education and scholarship Washington, DC — The Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) and Teaching and Learning in Nursing (TELN) are pleased to announce the appointment of Dawn Morris, PhD, MSN, RN, CNE, JD, as Associate Editor of the journal. Dr. Morris brings a distinctive and highly valued interdisciplinary [...]
OADN continues our federal advocacy on your behalf as a member of the Nursing Community Coalition, where we work to ensure nurses are supported and nursing education is funded. Advocacy & Engagement 102 Representatives Support FY 2027 Funding for Title VIII in House Dear Colleague Letter On March 27, a record one hundred [...]
Melissa L. Mastorovich, DNP, RN, PMH-BC, FAADN Announced as Editor-in-Chief of Teaching and Learning in Nursing Melissa L. Mastorovich, DNP, RN, PMH-BC, FAADN - Editor-in-Chief, Teaching and Learning in Nursing Washington, DC — The Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) is pleased to announce the selection and appointment of Melissa L. Mastorovich, DNP, RN, PMH-BC, [...]
Washington, DC — The Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Foundation is pleased to announce a generous investment from Brian Bright that will support senior Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) students through the newly established Brian Bright Senior ADN Student Scholarships. Beginning this year, the investment will fund five annual scholarships of $2,000 each for [...]
Chapter: Epsilon Upsilon Faculty Advisor: Darlene Ardary The Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society takes immense pride in announcing the successful completion of its recent two-day community blood drive. Held on April 1st and 2nd, this collaborative initiative was designed to address the vital need for blood donations within the local community. With passionate dedication, [...]
The OADN Foundation Board of Directors announces the annual call for applications for the 2026 OADN Foundation Scholarships, Awards, and Grants. These opportunities provide meaningful support to OADN members by investing in faculty and students committed to advancing associate degree nursing (ADN) education. Through scholarships, awards, and grants, the OADN Foundation continues to strengthen the [...]
Jennifer E. Smith EdD, MSN, MBA, RN, CNE, CV-BC Renewing Purpose By Nourishing the Heart of Nursing Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? Until recently, I did not … although, I have had a keen interest in nutrition since my first course in nursing school. It makes sense to me that our [...]