Stephen Israel Cano

Stephen Israel Cano has a diverse background in communication and public administration. Stephen Israel currently holds the position of Associate Director of Advancement Communications at American University, a role they have held since July 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Assistant Director of Advancement Communications at the same institution from September 2019 to June 2023.

Before joining American University, Stephen worked as a Public Information Officer - Social Media for the City of Corpus Christi from March 2017 to August 2019. In this position, they played a key role in developing the city's social media presence and creating engaging content to connect with the online community. Stephen Israel also utilized emerging media methods to educate citizens about city functions and increase community involvement.

Stephen's experience also includes serving as Deputy Clerk in the County Clerk's Office at San Patricio County from June 2013 to March 2017. Stephen Israel gained valuable administrative skills in this role.

Earlier in their career, Stephen had internships at the City of Fort Worth, where they worked as a Performance Office Communications Intern for a brief period in 2016, and at The White House, where they served as a Correspondence Intern from August 2015 to December 2015. Stephen Israel also held editorial positions at TCU 360 and TCU News Now, where they worked as Managing Editor and Executive Producer, respectively, in 2016 and 2015.

Stephen Cano demonstrates a strong background in communications, public administration, and media management.

Stephen Israel Cano, MPA received their Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree in State & Local Management from American University in 2021. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism & Political Science from Texas Christian University in 2016. Stephen Israel completed their high school education at Sinton High School from 2008 to 2012.