american association of colleges of nursing | the voice of academic nursing | Nursing Advancement Professionals (NAP) Conference | Transform. connect. learn. lead

Program Agenda

Program subject to change.

March 19

8:00 p.m.	Networking with Night Owls (optional) Already at the hotel? Join us at this informal gathering in the lobby bar of the Loews Coronado Bay Resort.

March 20

7:30-8:30 a.m.	Breakfast and Conference Registration
8:30-9:00 a.m.	Welcome and Icebreaker
9:00-10:15 a.m.	Opening Presentation Artificial Intelligence in Nursing: Past, Present and Future Opportunities AI is transforming nursing by enhancing efficiency, decision-making, and patient outcomes. This session explores AI innovations like predictive analytics, virtual assistants, and smart monitoring. A key focus is leveraging AI for fundraising, with strategies to pitch projects such as AI-powered simulations, burnout reduction tools, and patient safety solutions to donors. Attendees will gain actionable insights to secure funding and drive AI innovation in nursing. Speaker: Dr. Deborah Lee, University of Michigan School of Nursing
10:15-11:30 a.m.	Keynote Artificial Intelligence in Academia: One University’s Experience Artificial Intelligence is one of those topics that evokes strong emotions in most people. Love it or hate it, AI is likely here to stay. The University of Florida dove headfirst into AI and now has over 230 AI courses and 12,000 students per year taking those courses. Dr. Reed will share how they utilize AI tools in teaching, research and running their university. How is your institution engaging with AI in general and specifically in advancement? You will learn some tangible ways to get started and some cautionary pitfalls to avoid. Speaker: Dr. David Reed, University of Florida
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.	Lunch
1:00-2:00 p.m.	Breakouts by Occupation: Alumni Relations, Communications/Marketing and Frontline Fundraisers – Facilitated by NAP Steering Committee Members
2:00-3:00 p.m.	United for Campaign Success: Advancement Training for Faculty & Staff Feeling stretched thin or struggling with communication challenges that affect your work? Join us for an engaging session where we’ll introduce you to our approach for training faculty and staff in the fundamentals of philanthropy. Through interactive role-playing and real-world examples, you’ll discover how demystifying the basics of advancement and campaign strategies has led to tangible success. Speakers: Ms. Dayna Ballantyne* and Dr. Katie Machovsky, University of Iowa*
3:00-4:00 p.m.	Creating a Partner Plan: Alumni Engagement and Aligning with Your Dean's Vision Take a break from AI and join us for an insightful presentation on developing a comprehensive alumni engagement partner plan that aligns seamlessly with your Dean's vision. This session will delve into innovative strategies to strengthen alumni connections beyond traditional sports and campus traditions. We will explore the impactful roles of mentoring programs, recognition initiatives, and volunteer opportunities in fostering meaningful alumni relationships. Attendees will gain practical insights to create a robust and sustainable alumni engagement framework that resonates with the broader goals of their institution. Speaker: Ms. Katelyn Nolan, University of Colorado College of Nursing, CU Anschutz Medical Campus
4:30 p.m.	Trolley Tour (optional, registration required)
6:30 p.m.	Dinners with NAP Colleagues in Downtown Coronado (optional, registration required and available during the conference)
8:00 p.m.	Networking with Night Owls (optional) Join us for an informal gathering in the lobby bar of the Loews Coronado Bay Resort.

March 21

7:00-8:00 a.m.	Breakfast and Conference Registration
8:00-8:30 a.m.	Navigating the NAP Advantage: Strategies for Growth and Success
8:30-9:00 a.m.	Working Together for the Future of Nursing The Foundation for Academic Nursing at the American Association of Colleges of Nursing envisions a world where nurse educators are equipped to transform health care, to improve health and achieve health equity through direct and indirect investments in nursing education at our member schools. Learn about the steps the Foundation and AACN have taken to support students and member schools impact the future of nursing education with the Foundation Director. Speaker: Dr. Katie Fioravanti, American Association of Colleges of Nursing
9:00-10:00 a.m.	Emerging Solutions Exploring the Future of AI in Nursing Education: A Dean’s Perspective on Innovation and Ethics In this session, Dean Connie Delaney of the University of Minnesota School of Nursing will share her hands-on journey with artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative potential for nursing education. She will discuss her collaboration with Strategic Communications, her personal experimentation with generative AI, and the creation of a digital twin. Dean Delaney will also address key ethical considerations and explore how AI can enhance both nursing education and advancement efforts. Join us to gain insights into the practical uses of AI in academic settings and its future role in advancing nursing schools. Speakers: Dean Connie White Delaney* and Mr. Steve Rudolph, University of Minnesota School of Nursing*
10:00-10:15 a.m.	Break
10:15-11:15 a.m.	Emerging Solutions AI Prompt Engineering for Improved Nursing Communication AI is changing the way nursing schools connect with students, alumni, and donors—but how can you use it to work smarter, not harder? In this interactive session, we will dive into AI prompt engineering, showing you how to create clear, compelling content for emails, social media, and newsletters while saving time and boosting engagement. We will also explore AI-powered visuals for branding and storytelling, plus time-saving tools that streamline tasks and personalize outreach. Whether you are new to AI or looking to sharpen your skills, you will walk away with practical strategies to make your communications more efficient, authentic, and impactful. Speaker: Ms. Tricia Guerrero, University of San Diego Hahn School of Nursing
11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.	Conference Debrief – What We’ve Learned and Evaluations
12:00-2:00 p.m.	Topic Based Lunches (optional) Network with colleagues at Coronado area restaurants. Take the shuttle into town for lunch with guided conversation about Campaigns, Leadership, Relationship Building and more! Lunch not provided with conference registration.
2:30-3:00 p.m.	First Annual NAP Awards / Closing Session

For questions, contact the AACN Conference Team today!

Phone: 202-463-6930 | Email: conferences@aacnnursing.org | Website: www.aacnnursing.org/conferences