Ask the Expert 2025Angela StrawnCalifornia Northstate UniversityAngela Strawn, EdD, MSN, RN, is Chair of Nursing and BSN Program Director at California Northstate University (CNU), with decades of leadership in nursing education. What sets California Northstate University’s new nursing program apart from others in the region? CNU’s nursing program distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, leadership and community engagement. Our direct-entry, three-year BSN program eliminates the need for reapplication, allowing high school students to apply and stay continuously enrolled through graduation. Our BSN program is rigorous and personalized, crafted for individuals ready to grow into confident, practice-ready nurses.