Description & Instructions

Description: The CastleBranch Educator Scholarship for Professional Development has been established for supporting the professional development of associate degree nursing educators. The award will be made to one individual annually in the amount of $2,500.

The recipient will be recognized at the 2024 OADN Annual Convention, Bridging the Past to Build the Future, at the Marriott Water Street in Tampa, Florida, October 31 - November 2, 2024.

Requirements: The applicant must meet the following criteria:
  • Be teaching at a minimum, in a half-time capacity, as defined by employer, in an associate degree nursing program.
  • Hold an active membership in OADN as an individual or through a program.


Instructions: To apply for the CastleBranch Educator Scholarship for Professional Development, individuals should submit the following materials on or before the application deadline of June 1, 2024:

  • Letter of Interest: A letter of interest, not to exceed 1000 words, attesting that you meet the above stated criteria with a detailed description of your plan for professional development* (include a budget), an explanation of how your professional development activity will serve your career, students, institution, and benefit your overall professional development efforts. *Examples of Professional Development include but are not limited to: Preparation for the National League for Nursing’s Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) examination; Academic credit regarding teaching, curriculum, and evaluation; Attendance at appropriate convention and pre-convention presentations for CE credit; Structured continuing nursing education courses.

  • Professional Development Plan Budget

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV): Please include a current CV (see file upload instructions)

  • Applicant Headshot: A current headshot photo (see file upload instructions) for marketing and/or ceremonial use only. OADN Foundation blinds the candidate headshot information to eliminate possible unconscious bias in the review process. In drafting your candidate statements, please note that your headshot will not be shared with reviewers. Only your application packet narrative and supporting documents will be accessible to reviewers.

  • W-9 Form When requested, Form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification and Certification is needed: W-9 (Rev. October 2018) (irs.gov)


Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please complete all components of the application and submit it by the deadline of June 1, 2024, 8PM Eastern.

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* 1. Name of Applicant (First, Middle Initial, Last Name):

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* 2. Applicant's Permanent (Preferred) Address:

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* 3. Applicant's Preferred Phone:

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* 4. Applicant's Preferred E-mail:

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* 5. OADN Membership Number:

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* 6. Type of OADN Membership held by applicant:

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* 7. Employer Information:

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* 8. Applicant Letter of Interest

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* 9. Budget for Professional Development Plan 

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* 10. Applicant CV:

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* 11. Applicant Headshot

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* 12. All applicants for an OADN Foundation award, scholarship or grant must submit a W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification and Certification Number if selected. I understand that I must submit a W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification and Certification Number when requested and I am able to comply with this request in a timely manner. Signed (name of applicant):

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* 13. I have read the application instructions and requirements thoroughly. I understand all application materials must be submitted on or before the deadline of June 1, 2024, at 8PM Eastern, to be considered. Signed (name of applicant):

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