
About Cynthia
Dr. Seton-Rogers is a native of Plano, Texas, where she currently resides. She is a proud triple alumna of The University of Texas at Dallas, having most recently earned her Ph.D. in the History of Ideas. This unique interdisciplinary approach fosters critical inquiry into the intersections of historical events, cultural traditions, and intellectual movements across time and disciplines. Her doctoral work reflects a deep engagement with these interconnected fields, cultivating a rich and comprehensive understanding of the complexity of historical narratives.
Previously, she graduated Cum Laude with her B.A. in Historical Studies in 2009, and then earned a Graduate Certificate in Holocaust Studies in 2011 as part of her master’s degree program, demonstrating her commitment to historical inquiry and specialized scholarship in Holocaust education.
Ph.D. Field Exams
History of Antisemitism
Supervised by Dr. David Patterson,
Hillel Feinberg Distinguished Chair of Holocaust Studies
Holocaust Literature and Its Pedagogy
Supervised by Dr. Zsuzsanna Ozsváth,
Leah and Paul Lewis Chair of Holocaust Studies
Early Modern European History
Supervised by Dr. Nils Roemer,
Stan and Barbara Rabin Distinguished Professor in Holocaust Studies