Florida State University

The College of Nursing was founded in 1950 and its baccalaureate degree nursing program was nationally accredited in 1952. With over 7,000 graduates, the College has a proud history of preparing nurses for professional practice and research in diverse settings.

Florida State University Provost Sally McRorie has announced Jing Wang as the new dean of the College of Nursing. She will start the role Aug. 16, 2021.

Wang, an interdisciplinary trained researcher, educator, policy and executive leader in nursing and higher education, currently serves as the vice dean for research at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Nursing.

“We are excited to welcome Jing Wang to Florida State University and the College of Nursing,” McRorie said. “The college is poised for growth, particularly in its research endeavors, and we are confident Dr. Wang is the right leader to move us forward.”

A recognized national leader on digital health, which uses computing platforms, connected devices, software and sensors for health care and related uses, Wang said she’s excited to join FSU during a time of rapid growth for the university.