FSU nursing dean Jing Wang receives prestigious global fellowship from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland for leadership and innovation
Tallahassee, Florida – Florida State University College of Nursing Dean Jing Wang has been recognized for her exceptional leadership and innovative contributions to nursing and health care with the Fellowship Ad Eundem from the Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). This prestigious global honor celebrates her visionary work in advancing digital health, integrating artificial intelligence in health care, and driving workforce innovation.
The Fellowship Ad Eundem is one of the highest honors in nursing leadership, awarded to individuals whose professional achievements have significantly advanced health care and the nursing profession worldwide. Wang’s recognition by RCSI highlights her international impact and the growing influence of Florida State University in the global health care landscape.
“Dean Wang’s fellowship is a testament to her exceptional leadership and the worldwide impact of her work,” said FSU President Richard McCullough. “Her ability to drive innovation in digital health, artificial intelligence and workforce development has elevated the College of Nursing and strengthened Florida State University’s reputation on the global stage. We are proud to celebrate her achievements and the international recognition she brings to FSU.”
RCSI, formally known as RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, is a world-renowned institution recognized for excellence in health sciences education, research, and professional training. The fellowship is conferred upon leaders who have demonstrated extraordinary achievements in advancing health care globally.
“The Fellowship Ad Eundem is an extraordinary honor,” Wang said. “RCSI’s global leadership in advancing nursing and health care aligns deeply with my commitment to innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration and preparing the next generation of nurses to lead in an AI-enabled future.”
Under Wang’s guidance, the FSU College of Nursing has expanded its global presence and accelerated its innovation agenda. Among her notable achievements is the launch of the nation’s first Master of Science in Nursing program with a specialization in AI Applications in Health Care. The program emphasizes the integration of digital health tools and artificial intelligence to improve patient outcomes and advance research in health care technologies.
In addition, Wang has spearheaded international partnerships that enhance nursing leadership, practice, and workforce development. These initiatives position FSU as a global leader in preparing nurses to tackle the challenges of modern health care systems, including the integration of AI and digital technologies.
Wang joins an elite group of nursing leaders who have received the Fellowship Ad Eundem. Other honorees include Claire Montgomery Zangerle, CEO of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership and chief nurse executive of the American Hospital Association, and Maurizio Zega, president of the Order of the Nursing Professions of Rome and vice president of the European Nursing Council. Their inclusion underscores the fellowship’s recognition of global nursing leaders whose work has shaped the profession internationally.
Wang was formally conferred with the fellowship during the December 2025 Conferring Ceremony in Dublin, Ireland. The honor not only recognizes her individual achievements but also reflects the College of Nursing’s commitment to innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing the next generation of nursing leaders to meet the demands of an AI-enabled health care environment.
With this prestigious recognition, FSU College of Nursing continues to demonstrate its leadership in health care education and research, setting a standard for innovation and global impact in the nursing profession. Wang’s work serves as an inspiration for students, faculty, and health care professionals committed to advancing nursing practice, improving patient care, and embracing technological transformation in health care.
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