Model United Nations of the University of Chicago

MUNUC 2009 Conference

Introduction

For decades, the world's high school and college students have been the beneficiaries of a unique education in politics, diplomacy, and foreign affairs. The Model United Nations experience brings to life the problems that face the real world and allows participants to represent their assigned country's position and work towards resolving issues of global importance.

Now in our 21st year, MUNUC has distinguished itself as the premier high school United Nations simulation in the country. MUNUC has received considerable national praise for its professionalism and overall quality.

Purpose

Since its founding in 1988, MUNUC's purpose has been the following:

• To educate high school students in the arts of debate, negotiation, and public speaking by providing a forum in which they can hone their skills
• To introduce high school students to the fascinating realities and complexities of international relations through simulation of international organizations
• To demonstrate the potential of the United Nations in resolving international problems while demonstrating its limitations

Location

MUNUC, which is held at the Palmer House Hilton, one of the nation's finest hotels, begins with a keynote address from a prominent speaker from the field of international relations. Delegates then proceed to their respective committee sessions, held in Chicago's most elaborate ballrooms and conference rooms.

Experience

Although demanding on staff and participants, MUNUC continues to be a thoroughly enjoyable and constructive experience for all involved. From a staff perspective, the contribution we make to the education of the world's high school students is a reward in itself. We cordially invite you to join the MUNUC experience.

Services

Model United Nations of the University of Chicago (MUNUC) prides itself in offering unique services for participants at conference. A large computer center is maintained for composing and printing resolutions and amendments. Information Services acts as a reference department students can consult for last-minute facts and guidance on their national position, in addition to conducting research via a high speed Internet connection. MUNUC also publishes a daily newspaper, The Phoenix, which highlights late-breaking news from around the globe as well as information on the proceedings of various committees.

Conference

Before conference, MUNUC provides participating schools with extensive preparatory materials and guidance. MUNUC will attempt to accommodate schools requesting personal visits and all conference participants will be supplied with our updated Guide to Delegate Preparation to assist in pre-conference planning. Delegates will also benefit from MUNUC's detailed background papers which introduce the topics for discussion and frame the differing positions.

Two weeks before conference all schools will receive update papers which offer new information on committee topics. Moreover, MUNUC now offers all conference materials on its web site which allows participating schools to file many required MUNUC forms electronically, as well as download MUNUC publications.

Fees

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