Graduate Nursing Student Academy (GNSA)

Graduate Nursing Student Academy

The Graduate Nursing Student Academy (GNSA) provides high value programs, services, and resources to graduate nursing students enrolled in master's and doctoral programs at AACN member schools as they prepare for their future nursing careers.

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Join the GNSA Advocacy Leaders to Engage in Advocacy at the National Level

These nursing leaders participate in quarterly conference calls to develop their advocacy skills and become informed on the latest health policy discussions. 

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GNSA 2024 Evaluation Survey

Complete the 2024 GNSA Evaluation Survey

Deadline: January 10, 2025

We value your input as part of our national network of graduate nursing students! Please take a few minutes to complete the GNSA Evaluation Survey to share your feedback on our services and let us know how we can better support your success. Completing the survey (10-15 minutes) enters you for a chance to win one of four $50 Amazon gift cards. 

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Student Webinars

Student Webinars

Digital Innovators

Digital Innovators

GNSA Events

GNSA Events

GNSA Leadership

GNSA Leadership

Career Hub

Career Hub

Resources

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Mission

As the collective voice for graduate students, the GNSA fosters collaboration, innovation, and excellence in academic nursing and health care.

Vision

Graduate nursing students are future leaders in improving and transforming health care.

Values

  • Leadership
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Innovation
  • Engagement

Student News & Opportunities

GNSA Bulletin: November 2024

In this issue, we explore tips for securing a preceptor, encourage you to complete the GNSA evaluation survey and share your feedback, and explore the GNSA Career Hub. Don't forget to join the...
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GNSA Bulletin: October 2024

In this issue of the GNSA Bulletin, we explore individualized development plans for doctoral students, mentoring, the GNSA Career Hub, and our newest opportunity through the Writing/Study Group.
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GNSA Bulletin: September 2024

This month’s GNSA Bulletin is focused on developing your why and surviving your first year of graduate school. This issue features a welcome from the Leadership Council, the launch of the...
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GNSA Bulletin: August 2024

The GNSA Bulletin is your go-to monthly update from AACN's Graduate Nursing Student Academy, designed to support and inspire graduate nursing students. This issue features a welcome to the...
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Upcoming Webinar

Building Bridges: Cultivating a Successful Student-Preceptor Relationship
Novembner 15, 2024 at 12:00 pm (ET)

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