by Gab McKay | Jan 24, 2022 | Editorial, Feature Article, MUN Articles, Strategy
Here’s the thing about Model UN that no one tells you when you first start– it’s not really about raw talent. For much of my early years participating in Model UN (i.e., my freshman and beginning of my sophomore years of high school), I blanked at...
by Sam Robinson | Jan 17, 2022 | Editorial, MUN Articles
Arguably one of the most notorious features of the United Nations, the right to veto has been an integral part of the UN since its founding. Often a source of much controversy (in both the UN and Model UN), this exclusive right afforded to the five permanent members...
by Serena Zhu | Jan 13, 2022 | Community, MUN Articles
Also known as the Social, Humanitarian & Cultural Committee (SOCHUM), C3, or simply as the Third Committee, this committee deals with humanitarian affairs, social affairs, and human rights matters. Beginning Of SOCHUM And The Universal Declaration Of Human Rights...
by Faiza Ahmed | Jan 10, 2022 | MUN Articles, Strategy
The Smaller the Paper, the Mightier the Note Note passing is an underrated tactic that delegates use to create a continuous line of communication. It allows them to learn about different countries’ stances and saves time in moderated and unmoderated caucuses to...
by Natalie Melms | Jan 7, 2022 | Community, MUN Articles
As I enter my second semester as Head Delegate of the University of Minnesota Model UN Team, I can confidently write that the best decision I have made in my university career was running for a Model Un club leadership position. The skills I have gained and the...
by Nichole Poltinnikov | Jan 3, 2022 | MUN Articles, Strategy
When preparing for conferences, the importance of parliamentary procedure (parli pro) is often overlooked in favor of topic preparation. While it is essential to come to a conference with research and a game plan, your chances of gaveling without knowing the rules and...