Cynthia Nichols

Cynthia Nichols, Ph.D., serves as a Foreign Service Specialist at the U.S. Department of State, where responsibilities include counseling on public engagement and executing public diplomacy programs since February 2019. Previously, Cynthia held roles as a Research Analyst, strategic communications consultant, and adjunct professor across multiple universities, with extensive experience in strategic planning, evaluation of public diplomacy initiatives, and crisis communications. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Mass Communication and a Master's in Advertising & Public Relations from The University of Alabama, along with a Bachelor's in Business Administration from Oklahoma Baptist University. Additionally, Cynthia has a notable background in marketing coordination and public relations, contributing to brand development and media relations throughout various professional settings.