Michael J. Struett

Dr. Michael J. Struett is a Professor of Political Science in the School of Public and International Affairs at North Carolina State University. His research focuses on international norms, global governance, the role of international organizations (IOs), and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in shaping world order. He specializes in maritime piracy governance, the International Criminal Court (ICC), and transitional justice mechanisms. Struett holds a B.A. from UC Berkeley (1995), an M.A. from George Washington University (1998), and a Ph.D. from UC Irvine (2005).

Education

• B.A. Political Science, University of California, Berkeley, 1995
• M.A. International Affairs, George Washington University, 1998
• Ph.D. Political Science, University of California, Irvine, 2005

Research & Projects

Struett’s work examines NGO influence on global governance, particularly in maritime piracy and the ICC. He co-edited Maritime Piracy and the Construction of Global Governance (2012) and authored The Politics of Constructing the International Criminal Court (2008). Current projects include regime complexes in international law, ethics of international criminal justice, and the ICC’s institutional evolution.

Public Engagement

Struett frequently lectures on global governance, the UN, and international law. He has testified before the North Carolina Commission on Torture (2017), participated in public forums on piracy and ICC accountability, and contributed to radio discussions on topics like child soldiers and maritime security. His work bridges academic research with policy-oriented outreach.

Labs & Collaborations

Though no formal lab is mentioned, Struett collaborates with institutions like the United Nations Association of the USA, Triangle Institute for Security Studies, and NC State’s Political Science and International Studies programs.