Susan Elizabeth Rice was born on November 17, 1964, in Washington, D.C. She earned her undergraduate degree in history from Stanford University and completed a master's degree in international relations at New College, Oxford, where she was a Rhodes Scholar. Later, she earned her Ph.D. in international relations from the University of Oxford. Rice began her career in the public sector, serving in various roles during the Clinton administration. Notably, she worked at the National Security Council and later became the Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs from 1997 to 2001. In the Obama administration, Rice served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations from 2009 to 2013. In 2013, Rice was appointed as the National Security Advisor by President Barack Obama, succeeding Tom Donilon. As National Security Advisor, she played a crucial role in shaping and coordinating U.S. foreign policy. She faced significant challenges, including the conflict in Syria, negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, and the normalization of relations with Cuba. Susan Rice has been recognized for her expertise in international affairs and her dedication to public service. While she has faced both praise and criticism for various aspects of her career, she remains a notable figure in American foreign policy.