Chart the Future of Doctoral Nursing Education
Thank you to all who joined us for Doctoral 2026!
This year's Doctoral Education Conference fostered thoughtful dialogue around the future of doctoral nursing education. Through in-depth exploration of national trends, enrollment strategies, and academic rigor across practice and research doctorates, the conference created space for meaningful debate and collaboration. Participants gained insights and perspectives to strengthen teaching, research, and administrative leadership within terminal degree programs.
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“As a first-time attendee, I enjoyed hearing the current issues, trends, and challenges from colleagues across the country and building my network.”
“The leadership networking opportunities, as well as hearing the different statuses and goals of other programs and opportunities, were superb.”
“The conference provided a great opportunity to hear what other schools are doing and what challenges they are facing. It was also helpful to hear about program outcomes and innovations around recruitment of students.”
“It was an experience I will never forget. It was well-organized and informative. It was my first time doing a poster presentation. I met some great people and received valuable feedback on advancing my research.”
PhD Pre-Conference January 13, 2026
This event is designed specifically for deans and associate deans from schools offering research-focused doctoral nursing programs or those planning a new program and explores challenges and solutions germane to PhD education.
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Faculty Practice Pre-Conference January 13, 2026
This event is hosted by AACN’s Practice Leadership Network (PLN), a network for individuals involved in promoting, administering, and engaging in faculty practice. Emphasis is being placed on the need for practice savvy educators who can translate current healthcare environment scenarios to the classroom at every level.
Research Leadership Network (RLN) Program January 14, 2026
This program is hosted annually by AACN’s Research Leadership Network (RLN), a network specifically for faculty who have leadership roles facilitating research within their nursing programs. The key focus of this program lies on advancing nursing science with cutting-edge research methods.
Deans, directors, and faculty who teach in doctoral programs, as well as those with a primary responsibility for advancing a research agenda.
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point 5001 Coconut Road Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Phone: 202-463-6930 | Email: conferences@aacnnursing.org | Website: www.aacnnursing.org/conferences