June 10-12, 2026
This national forum invites academic nursing administrators, faculty, and staff to engage with leading experts committed to the access and connection work of nursing education. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical strategies for schools transitioning from awareness to action in preparing students to provide quality healthcare to all in an ever-changing landscape.
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June 10, 2026
The Access, Connection, and Engagement Leadership Network (ACELN) serves as a convening body that brings together expertise, experience, and guidance to support academic nursing in advancing strategies that enhance access, strengthen connection, and promote engagement in higher education.
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Academic nursing administrators, faculty, and staff.
Sheraton Charlotte Hotel 555 South McDowell Street, South Tower Charlotte, NC 28204
"I thought this symposium was very timely, very intriguing. Overall, I found the content thought-provoking and relevant to the challenges and opportunities we face in academic nursing today."
"Following this conference, I feel better equipped with tools to incorporate in my teaching, I feel more knowledgeable about the agenda of the AACN, and I feel more empowered as a nurse and educator to face challenges that may lie ahead. This was an OUTSTANDING conference!"
"Truly inspired by the work of other educators using basic resources to achieve fantastic learning outcomes. I appreciate the tangible take always."
"Dr. Malone and Dr. McLemore were extremely inspirational. The podium presentations were excellent—topics related to civility and determinants of health were timely and engaging."
“It was a great opportunity to learn and a welcoming environment. I appreciated the flow of content and the app has been extremely helpful. Thank you!”
Phone: 202-463-6930 | Email: conferences@aacnnursing.org | Website: www.aacnnursing.org/conferences