Cady Short - Thompson

Cady Short-Thompson currently serves as President at Northern Kentucky University, having previously held the position of President-Elect. Prior roles include CEO/Executive Director of Breakthrough Cincinnati Inc., where Cady led academic enrichment programs for high-potential students and achieved record funding levels, while managing a significant team and fostering partnerships to enhance educational outcomes. Cady also has an extensive academic career, having served as Provost and Professor of Communication at Hope College, where management of a $74 million budget was a key responsibility, and as Dean and Professor of Communication at the University of Cincinnati, overseeing a large regional college. Early career experience includes a leadership role at Northern Kentucky University, where Cady developed a master's program in Communication. Educational achievements consist of a BA, MA, and PhD in Communication from the University of Cincinnati.