Teaching and Learning in Nursing (TELN) Appoints Dr. Dawn Morris as Associate Editor

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 [...]

Nursing Community Monthly Roundup – March 2026

As OADN members, you have a voice in the federal policy decisions that shape nursing education and the nursing workforce. Through our work with the Nursing Community Coalition, OADN advocates for federal funding, workforce investments, and policies that support ADN programs, faculty, students, and the communities they serve.   Advocacy & Engagement    102 Representatives [...]

OADN Names Dr. Melissa Mastorovich as Editor-in-Chief of Official Journal

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, [...]

OADN Foundation Announces Brian Bright Annual Senior ADN Student Scholarship to Support Future Nurses

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 [...]

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania: Epsilon Upsilon Chapter 2025 Update

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, [...]

Apply for OADN Foundation Scholarships, Awards, and Grants in 2026

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 [...]

OADN Voices: March 2026

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 [...]

Call For Podium Abstracts: 2026 OADN Convention

  Submit an abstract for the OADN Convention in San Antonio The Organization for Associate Degree Nursing invites abstract submissions for the 2026 OADN Convention, taking place November 12 to 14, 2026, at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter on the historic River Walk in San Antonio, Texas. This national conference convenes nursing educators, administrators, and [...]

Nursing Community Monthly Roundup – February 2026

As OADN members, you have a voice in the federal policy decisions that shape nursing education and the nursing workforce. Through our work with the Nursing Community Coalition, OADN advocates for federal funding, workforce investments, and policies that support ADN programs, faculty, students, and the communities they serve.   Advocacy & Engagement  NCC Sends Letter [...]

Special Journal Issue: ANA New Code of Ethics – Call for Papers

Teaching and Learning in Nursing Call for Papers & Special Issue Announcement: The ANA’s New Code of Ethics for Nurses We are pleased to announce the forthcoming publication in July of 2027 of a special issue on the 2025 ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses. We are interested in manuscripts on a wide range of […]