C. Randall Henning

C. Randall Henning serves as Professor of International Economic Relations and Faculty Chair of the IER Program at American University's School of International Service. His academic career demonstrates deep engagement with international political economy and global governance structures across several decades.

Dr. Henning specializes in international and comparative political economy, global governance, and regional integration. His recent research focuses on international regime complexity, resilience of multilateral cooperation, and the future of the International Monetary Fund alongside regional financial institutions. Key areas of interest include challenges posed by global pandemics and recessions for emerging-market and developing countries, debt sustainability concerns, Europe's monetary union dynamics, and the global financial system architecture.

His publication record reveals consistent expertise across international financial relations, with particular emphasis on European integration challenges, monetary policy frameworks, and the complex interplay between regional and global financial governance structures. Henning's scholarly work frequently employs comparative analysis between US federalism models and European integration debates to provide insights for policymakers.

• Visiting Fellow, Peterson Institute (1995-2013)
• European Community Studies Association Distinguished Scholar (1999)

Dr. Henning has held significant leadership roles including Principal Investigator for the "New Thinking and the New G20" project funded by the Center for International Governance and Innovation (CIGI). He previously served as Faculty President of the School of International Service from 2004-2005 and sits on the Faculty Selection Committee for the German Marshall Fund of the United States. His professional affiliations include membership in the American Political Science Association, International Studies Association, European Union Studies Association, Council of European Studies, and the Bretton Woods Committee.