Introduction

Stevenson Model United Nations began in the spring of 1996. This purpose of this co-curricular activity is to provide opportunities for students to take part in model United Nations’ conferences and thereby experience the process by which the actual UN works. This team is sponsored by Ms. Duncan, Ms. Gerber, and Mr. Rusin. It meets on Tuesdays from 3:45–5:00.

Eligibility Requirements

A love for international politics. Public speaking ability. Dedication to research. Conference eligibility is determined by attendance and contributions at weekly meetings.

Time Commitment

Meetings are once a week in the west staff dining room plus sizable research in the weeks preceding each conference.

Procedure for Joining

Students wishing to join may sign up with the sponsor. Introductory meeting held at the beginning of each semester.

Description

Involves researching current world affairs and representing various nations at Model United Nations Conferences. Students work individually and in teams to accurately represent their assigned countries in crisis situations and in-depth simulations of current and past UN topics.