by Joel Shapiro | May 31, 2020 | Editorial, MUN Articles
My story about how I began Model UN is not unlike many others: I was at a club fair, a shy freshman just entering high school, and I saw a poster advertising improved speaking skills and a greater knowledge of world politics. I was interested in both improving my...
by Frank Pobutkiewicz | Feb 26, 2018 | Announcement, MUN Articles
We reached out to our alumni and asked them, “Why did you apply for be an All-American?” This is how they answered that question, and also maybe why you should apply, too! I applied to All-American because the opportunity to be part of a team with students...
by Frank Pobutkiewicz | Feb 23, 2017 | MUN Articles
This past weekend, the Georgetown International Relations Association– or GIRA (long i sound), as the CEO of GIRA repeatedly pointed out– hosted the North American Invitational Model United Nations (NAIMUN) conference. NAIMUN is one of the largest, most...
by Aditya Iyengar | Oct 3, 2016 | MUN Articles
I’ve always looked up to those who stand above the rest, who can lead a crowd, or who can exude confidence by their sheer presence. As a child I witnessed my dad speak on countless occasions in front of large crowds as part of his profession. Hearing those lectures...