Heated debates about worldly issues will be heard April 13 and 14 on the second floor of the Javelina Dining Hall. The Model United Nations (MUN) invites students to step into the role of citizens from different countries and provide a platform to advocate for global issues.
This year during the Model United Nations Conference, Dr. Weston Jamison from Snow College, Utah, will be the guest speaker. Approximately a total of 50 students will be simulating the United Nations Security Council. Students are able to represent more than 35 countries and defend their argument against global issues. The simulated conference will consist of various topics including: Nuclear Proliferation, Refugee Crises of the World, International Trade, Renewable Energy and Sustainable Environment.
This MUN encourages students to delve into the world of politics and diplomacy. Students are able to enhance a multidisciplinary research skills, knowledge of global issues, public and debate speaking skills by being involved with this organization.
“Participating in the Model United Nations Conference is beneficial because it broadens your views on major worldly problems, it allows you to learn about a different country and then totally take in the role as a true citizen of that country telling the story and taking actions to make it better,” said Iliana Ruiz, Criminology major.
Although the MUN program has only been established here for two years, the program offers numerous opportunities for students to expand their horizons and interact with other people. This program allows for students to network with other university students and develop efficient skills.
“Students can expect to meet all kinds of people through the MUN society which lends itself to engaging conversation about topics ranging from the probability of North Korea possessing nukes to how social media can indoctrinate a populace. Rest assured, there’s never a dull moment in immersing oneself in the world view of another country especially when conducive to the re-evaluation of preconceived notions,” said Katrina Sacurom, Political Science major.
Anyone who has a passion for debate or global issues is welcome to participate in this organization. For more information, contact Dr. Chika Rosenbaum, Director of the Model UN program.
“There are many benefits of participating in the MUN program. Students will be able to gain extensive knowledge about how world governance operates; understand critical issues across the globe, ranging from security to socio-economic to environmental issues; learn how to act professionally; negotiate diplomatically; meet students from different universities,” Rosenbaum said.
