William Nichols

Dr. William Nichols serves as Professor of Political Science and Chair of the Department of Environmental Science and Policy, Global Studies and Political Science at St. Edward's University. He holds a Ph.D. in Government from the University of Texas at Austin, an M.A. from George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs, and a B.A. from the University of Iowa.

His expertise encompasses international relations, comparative political systems, European politics, American foreign policy analysis, and strategic intelligence studies. Dr. Nichols has extensive international education experience, having led 12 study abroad programs to Spain, France, and Japan, and coordinates dual-degree programs with Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University.