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AACN’s Graduate Nursing Student Academy (GNSA) conference will bring together graduate nursing students from all levels (MSN, DNP, and PhD) offering opportunities for professional development, networking, and focus on the theme of Legacy of Care: Leadership and Innovation for a Sustainable Future. AACN invites companies and organizations supporting, advancing, and innovating academic nursing at the graduate level! Vendors will be able to showcase their products and services during the event, engaging with the audience face-to-face, providing hands-on demonstrations, and raising brand exposure to graduate nursing students.
AACN Represents
Conference Dates: July 30-31, 2026 Exhibit Dates: July 30 – 31, 2026
Venue: KFF’s Barbara Jordan Conference Center 1330 G St NW Washington, DC 20005
Exhibition Schedule: Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm (ET) Friday, July 31, 2026 from 9:00 – 4:00 pm (ET)
What You Get
Attendee Demographics The 2026 GNSA Conference is open to graduate nursing students who are currently in master’s, DNP, or PhD in nursing programs. These students are aspiring to be future nurse faculty, leaders, administrators, researchers, and advanced practitioners.
Companies and Organizations offering services and products in the areas of:
For additional information and/or questions, contact Marta Okoniewski, Director of Student Engagement at mokoniewski@aacnnursing.org
Phone: 202-463-6930 | Email: gnsa@aacnnursing.org | Website: www.aacnnursing.org/gnsa