by Holden Lamberson | Mar 10, 2022 | Editorial, Feature Article, MUN Articles
I am unapologetically a binder delegate. I am someone who leverages the research that I’ve compiled before a conference to change the flow of debate during committee in a way that benefits my position. While it’s a seldom-used Model UN strategy, let me explain the... by Holden Lamberson | Aug 11, 2020 | Editorial
If I could only give one piece of advice to a new delegate, it would be to never write out your opening speech. Better yet, never write out any of your speeches. This tip probably contradicts what many delegates have been told, but abandoning the use of prepared...
by Holden Lamberson | Jul 14, 2020 | Editorial
What’s more important when you’re up at the podium making your speeches: what you say, or how you say it? I’ve met more than my fair share of delegates who think the key to success is simply volume; the louder you speak, the better you maintain the committee’s...
by Holden Lamberson | May 31, 2020 | Editorial, MUN Articles, MUN Stories
My goals in any Model U.N. conference are pretty straightforward: debate, solve issues, convince other delegates to get behind my resolutions, and, of course, win – all through the lens of a particular nation or person. These goals are the same for any...
by Holden Lamberson | Apr 27, 2020 | Editorial, MUN Articles
So, a Model UN conference approaches, and you are given a topic or two and a position. It is time to develop your plan of attack to give you the definitive edge over the other delegates in the room. From the moment you begin your solution set, the most comfortable...