by Jacqueline E Whitt | Aug 15, 2017 | MUN Tips and Tricks, Two Point Two
One of the main benefits of doing Model United Nations is learning about and simulating the work of the United Nations. Learning to use rules of procedure to participate in debate and to achieve procedural success is a major part of the fun. But each Model UN...
by Eldon A Winters | Aug 8, 2017 | Turtle Bay
There are dozens of multilateral treaties and conventions. But in a Model UN context, some show up time and time again. The Geneva Conventions are a group of four treaties and three protocols concerning humanitarian law and the treatment of people during wartime. The...
by Eldon A Winters | Aug 1, 2017 | Turtle Bay
International law is one of the basic building blocks of the United Nations system. It provides the foundation for stable, peaceful and just relationships between States and their people. This week, we’ll explore what international law is. What is International Law...
by Nia Indelicato | Jul 25, 2017 | Turtle Bay
An important characteristic of the United Nations is its ability to adapt to meet the needs of a changing world. As the world faces new challenges and states strive to meet new demands, the United Nation provides fora for discussion, logistic support and expertise to...
by Megan Wiley | Jul 11, 2017 | Just for Fun, MUN Tips and Tricks
If you watch closely, you might notice Model UN popping up in all sorts of unexpected places, especially on film and television. And why wouldn’t you?! Model UN-ers are pretty hilarious. What could be more fraught with drama than 200 people discussing nuclear...
by Jacqueline E Whitt | Jul 4, 2017 | Just for Fun, Turtle Bay
National holidays are an important part of a country’s identity—what and how a country celebrates can tell you a lot about how it understands its history, its place in the world and about its customs and culture. In the United States, July 4th is observed as...
by Eldon A Winters | Jun 27, 2017 | Turtle Bay
Money and personnel. These are the two basic resources of almost any organization, and the United Nations is no exception. The UN budget is one of the most misunderstood parts of the UN system. This is partially because there are actually multiple, independent budgets...
by Jacqueline E Whitt | Jun 20, 2017 | Two Point Two
The Model UN universe is a broad and diverse community. Even if we share an interest in international relations, simulations and gaming, collaboration, and diplomacy, the structures of Model UN organizations and conferences vary widely. Decisions about how to manage...
by Eldon A Winters | Jun 13, 2017 | Turtle Bay
For most AMUN representatives, summer is a time for the outdoors, catching up on sleep and time with friends. The UN staff isn’t so lucky: summer is a busy time leading up to the General Assembly session in the fall. The agenda is packed. Here are just a few of the...
by Jacqueline E Whitt | Jun 6, 2017 | Two Point Two
The American Model United Nations Conference may be in November every year, but the preparation for it happens all year round. For representatives and faculty advisors, the country assignment lottery and the Committee on the Agenda meeting are highlights looking...
