August 2026

How can educational programs better identify, prepare, and support future nurse anesthesia educators?

How can I recognize an outstanding educator?

What resources are included in the Educator Hub?

Strengthening the path to CRNA academia 

How can programs better identify, prepare, and support future nurse anesthesia educators? A new AANA Journal study explores the transition from clinical practice to academia, highlighting the importance of early teaching opportunities, mentorship, and structured faculty development.

Then learn how the Minneapolis School of Anesthesia is putting those findings into practice through its student-faculty mentorship track, which helps build teaching experience before graduation.

Deadline approaching: Recognize an outstanding educator 

There's still time to honor a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist making a difference in nurse anesthesia education. Nominations for the Clinical Instructor of the Year, Didactic Instructor of the Year, and Program Administrator of the Year awards are due Sept. 1.

Nominate a colleague whose leadership, teaching, or mentorship is helping shape the future of the profession.

Call for Annual Congress 2027 abstracts is now open 

Have research, clinical insights, or innovative ideas to share? Abstract submissions are now open for Annual Congress 2027 in New Orleans. Submit your work to share your expertise with colleagues, contribute to the educational program, and advance the conversation across the profession.

Submission deadline: Sept. 24, 2026, at noon CT

Together, we're moving the profession forward 

Your membership is about more than the benefits you receive. It's about the future you're helping build.

We've got you.

Together, more than 69,000 AANA members advance nurse anesthesiology through advocacy, clinical excellence, education, and public awareness. Every renewal helps protect the profession your residents are preparing to enter while ensuring educators have the support to shape the next generation of CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists.

The Aug. 31 renewal deadline is approaching. Renew today and keep the momentum going.

Upcoming important dates and deadlines 

Deadline

Sept. 1
Educator Recognition Award applications

Deadline

Sept. 24
Annual Congress 2027 call for abstract submissions

Event

Oct. 2026
EDGE 2027 registration opens—sign up for updates

Save the date! EDGE 2027 takes place from Feb. 25–25, 2027 at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel

Webinar

Oct. 20
CRNA to FAANA: Elevating Your Professional Legacy

For your residents:

Deadline

Sept. 15
EDGE 2027 Poster Presentation submission

Deadline

Oct. 30
AANA Foundation Application deadlines

Deadline

Oct. 31
Resident Advocate Program application

Have an idea for a future newsletter topic? Let us know.  

We want this newsletter to reflect the priorities, challenges, and innovations shaping nurse anesthesia education. Share the resources, discussions, or topics you would like featured in future issues.

Key Educator Resources

• Educator Hub 

• Program Administrator Hub 

• Educator Edge 

• AANA Journal 

• Resident Hub 

• Resident Newsletters 

• Educator Network online community 

As a nurse anesthesia educator, you play a vital role in shaping the next generation of CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists. Each issue of Educator Insights delivers curated resources, essential practice updates, and professional development to support both your teaching and your residents' success. 

Stay connected. Stay informed. Empower the future of nurse anesthesiology.