The New Mexico Nursing Education Consortium (NMNEC) announces that Diane Wesner, MSN, RN, will be stepping down from the NMNEC Leadership Council effective December 20, 2026. With her departure, Diane will also conclude her service as NMNEC Treasurer.
During her two years on the Leadership Council, Diane has made valuable contributions to NMNEC, serving as both Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program Co-Chair and Treasurer. Her leadership, experience, and commitment to collaborative nursing education have been appreciated by colleagues across the consortium.
As a Nursing Program Director and then as an Associate Dean at Central New Mexico Community College (CNM), Diane brought a broad perspective to the Leadership Council, informed by her experience as a nursing educator, program administrator, and early adopter of the NMNEC curriculum. She was part of the first cohort to teach the NMNEC curriculum at Level 3 and later taught Level 1, giving her firsthand insight into the curriculum and the support NMNEC provides to nursing programs.
Diane’s contributions to nursing education extend beyond curriculum implementation and consortium leadership. She has been actively involved in addressing nursing education pipeline challenges, including efforts to attract high school students to nursing, support students in high school practical nursing programs, and expand opportunities for adult basic education students pursuing nursing careers.
Throughout her involvement with NMNEC, Diane has been a strong advocate for collaboration among nursing programs. She believes that sharing resources, expertise, and diverse perspectives strengthens nursing education across New Mexico and benefits students, institutions, and the communities they serve.
In her resignation letter, Diane shared that she has valued and enjoyed her time on the Leadership Council and appreciates the opportunity to have learned and contributed alongside colleagues from across the state. She also reaffirmed her continued support for NMNEC and its accomplishments in advancing nursing education in New Mexico. Looking ahead, she expressed hope that NMNEC’s nonprofit structure will provide the flexibility needed for the consortium to continue serving as a leader in nursing education for decades to come.
NMNEC extends its sincere appreciation to Diane for her two years of service, leadership, and dedication to the consortium. We are grateful for her contributions as ADN Program Co-Chair and Treasurer and for the perspective and commitment she has brought to advancing nursing education throughout New Mexico. We wish her continued success in her professional endeavors.
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