Flynt Leverett

Flynt Leverett is a Professor of International Affairs and Asian Studies at Pennsylvania State University, a founding faculty member of the School of International Affairs, and a faculty affiliate in the School of Law and Asian Studies Program. He is also a visiting scholar at Peking University’s School of International Studies. His expertise spans the Middle East, international political economy, and Chinese foreign policy.

Education:

• B.A. and B.M., Texas Christian University
• M.A., Princeton University
• Ph.D., Princeton University

Research Interests: Dr. Leverett focuses on U.S. foreign policy toward the Middle East, Chinese foreign policy dynamics, global energy politics, and the implications of geopolitical shifts. His work emphasizes realist analysis of international relations, particularly in contentious regions like Syria and Iran.

Awards:

• Superior Honor Award (U.S. State Department, 2002) for contributions to post-9/11 coalition-building and Libya diplomacy

Grants/Consulting: He has consulted for the World Economic Forum’s GCC 2025 project and peer-reviewed the International Energy Agency’s World Energy Outlook. His work integrates government service experience (CIA, NSC) with academic rigor.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with strategic research institutes globally, including Chatham House and the Carnegie Council on Ethics in International Affairs.