Minnesota West Dean of Nursing Continues National Leadership Role

Minnesota West is proud to recognize Dr. Dawn Gordon, Dean of Science & Nursing, for her continued national service with the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN).

After being elected to the OADN Nominating Committee last year, Dr. Gordon will continue serving alongside the organization's newly elected Board of Directors and committee members for 2026. In this role, she helps identify and recruit nursing leaders from across the nation, supporting the advancement of associate degree nursing education.

Dr. Gordon's involvement with OADN brings a national perspective to Minnesota West's nursing programs while ensuring the voices of rural communities, students, and nursing educators are represented in important conversations shaping the future of healthcare education.

"Serving on a national committee is an honor and an opportunity to advocate for the role associate degree nursing programs play in preparing the healthcare workforce," said Dr. Gordon.

Her leadership reflects Minnesota West's commitment to excellence in nursing education and provides students with valuable benefits through connections to emerging trends, best practices, and national nursing initiatives.

Minnesota West congratulates Dr. Gordon on her continued service and thanks her for representing the college and its students.