National League for Nursing

New NLN vision statement: "Academic Progression in Nursing Education" charts a strategic course of bold action for nursing leaders in academia and clinical practice, faculty, students & others in today’s complex health care environment. Download the PDF: bit.ly/4bpPLPe

🎧 New on the podcast: A timely conversation on how integrating AI technology in simulation education can support learning through enhanced clinical decision-making, personalized learning experiences, and more adaptive simulation scenarios. Full episode: bit.ly/4bmjdpo

In Nursing Education Perspectives, NLN Chair Dr. Yolanda VanRiel reminds us that nursing students “are not passive learners. They expect authenticity from educators, relevance in curricula & purposeful integration of technology, evidence & equity.” Read: bit.ly/4lhb6Pi

A new edition of Clinical Teaching Strategies in Nursing, co-written by NLN CNEA Executive Director Dr. Teresa Shellenbarger, is designed to support clinical educators at every level — from novice adjuncts to experienced faculty and preceptors. Learn more: bit.ly/4aM0Kn1

This open chest manikin, crafted with inexpensive & upcycled items, is a new addition to the NLN's HomeGrown Simulation Solutions collection. Find it & other creative, cost-effective clinical simulation innovations — or submit an idea of your own! — here: bit.ly/3HNrMel

Planning to attend the upcoming NSNA Convention? Don't miss the NLN pre-convention workshop with Dr. Kellie Bryant & Dr. Raquel Bertiz on using generative AI to teach more efficiently while protecting quality & integrity in nursing education. Learn more: bit.ly/436fmYY

💻 Webinar: Learn the principles of human centered design thinking and the transformative potential of Apple technology to create meaningful, engaging learning experiences for nursing students. Register now & join us live on April 9: bit.ly/4aJPs2K

UABSON Instructor Rebekah Day was recently a guest on the @NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted podcast. Listen to episode: bit.ly/3N2a8tF

The 2nd edition of "Cultural Competence in Health Care: A Systems Approach," co-written by NLN President & CEO Dr. Beverly Malone, presents growing evidence for a systems approach to cultural competence & strategic diversity management in health care. bit.ly/4qPSLtP

Get to know Dr. Erin Killingsworth, the NLN's new Director of Credentialing, in the latest issue of the Certification Sentinel! Plus, learn about certification awardees, the new CNEpv certification for PN/VN faculty, and more. Read the Sentinel: bit.ly/3QKJAwy

Get funding for your post-doctoral nursing education research! Apply for one of two $10K awards from the NLN & TruMerit to support your work dedicated to the advancement of teaching and learning in nursing education. Learn more & apply by May 19: bit.ly/3Xi9zOp

🎧 New on the podcast: Discover the NLN's HomeGrown Simulation Solutions initiative and learn how you can both use and contribute to a catalog of community-driven, low-cost simulation ideas for use in the classroom and clinical spaces. Listen now: bit.ly/3N2a8tF

The Tri-Council for Nursing is calling for nurses to submit public comments regarding the exclusion of MSN, DNP and PhD degrees under the U.S. Department of Education's proposal from the professional degree designation. Read the statement at ow.ly/vrq850YmskS and submit your comment by this Monday, March 2: ow.ly/lL0t50YmskT

Get a leg up on applying for NLN Foundation Scholarships in next week’s webinar with staff and chairs of the Scholarship Selection Panel. Learn about each award, get tips on a successful application, and ask questions in real time. Register now for free: bit.ly/4rcYVFm

Applications are now open for NLN Foundation Scholarships! Last year the Foundation provided 19 scholarships for a total of $124,697 to graduate students. Make 2026 your year — apply for one of five scholarships up to $8,000 each. NLN.org/Scholarships

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Two new courses are now available from NLN OnDemand: "Preventing the Unthinkable: Active Shooter Preparedness & Response" and "Translational Science & Implementation: From Bench to Bedside to Community." Enroll now and learn on your schedule at NLN.org/OnDemand.

The NLN's new PN/VN Faculty Initiative serves the needs of academic nurse educators in PN & VN programs through curated resources, innovative products, and spaces for collaboration and growth. Find everything you need in the PN/VN faculty hub: bit.ly/4cp1D69

To all our nurse educators observing Ramadan, the NLN extends our warmest wishes for a rewarding and peaceful month filled with strength, community, and meaningful reflection. Ramadan Mubarak!