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Model United Nations is a simulation of the United Nations and other international bodies. In Model UN, students step into the shoes of ambassadors from UN Member States to debate current issues on the Organization's agenda. Student-delegates perform research, give speeches, write resolutions, and negotiate with allies and adversaries - all with the goal of mobilizing international cooperation to resolve problems that affect countries all over the world.

What does it mean to attend a conference?
Participants in Model UN conferences, or delegates, are placed in committees and assigned a country or political figure to represent. Delegates receive their assignments several weeks beforehand, along with a background guide with topics for the committee. Then, delegates conduct research that they will use to debate with their peers in committee. At the end of a conference, the best-performing delegates in each committee are recognized with awards. Usually these awards are for Best Delegate, Honorable Mention, and Best Position Paper.

Conferences we host

Model UN Club meets after school every Thursday in the Point. Our meetings usually include discussion about upcoming conferences, doing research on positions, and completing tasks to prepare for our JVMUN conference in March.

What do you gain by joining Model UN??

  • Engage deeply with real-world issues happening currently and historically
    Learn about diplomacy and international issues
    Use creativity and imagination to solve the world’s largest issues
    Build your confidence with public speaking
    Practice your persuasive and argumentative skills
    Improve writing and research skills
    Work with students representing beliefs or perspectives different than your own
    Meet students from other cities, states, and even countries!