Susan Rice is an American diplomat and policy advisor who served as the 24th United States National Security Advisor from 2013 to 2017, making her one of the highest-ranking women in the US government. She was also the United States Ambassador to the United Nations from 2009 to 2013. Rice has an extensive background in foreign policy and international relations, having earned degrees from Stanford University and Oxford University. Known for her expertise in global affairs, Rice has been a key figure in shaping US foreign policy and national security strategies.