Vivian Nguyen is a first-generation college graduate and Vietnamese-American passionate about science communication. She earned her degree in public relations from the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in sustainability, and is dedicated to making scientific knowledge accessible to diverse audiences.
Currently, Vivian serves as a Climate Resilience Fellow & Leadership Facilitator at CDLS, where she connects with early-career scientists from various backgrounds to foster inclusive discussions on environmental and social challenges. She is an advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB+) in STEM, encouraging us to ask, “Who truly benefits from science in the bigger picture, and who are we making space for at the table?”
In 2025, Vivian was selected as an OceanX Young Explorer, where she received the opportunity to join the OceanXplorer to dive into the media storytelling and marine science operations on board. Vivian aspires to be a leader in science communications by managing major campaigns or launching her own agency to help businesses and organizations strengthen their social good messaging. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys attending live music events and spending time near the water.