Washington University Hosting Model U.N. for High School Students 

 
In advance of the Civitas high school model U.N. on November 8, Washington University will be sponsoring an exciting model U.N. for students around the United States (and possibly even Nigeria) from Friday, Oct. 17 – Sunday, October 19, 2008.  We have met with Secretary-General Alexandra Choi, and she and her staff are committed to many of the same principles as Civitas: a model U.N. should stress collaboration over competition and informality is preferable to rigid rules.  The project is designed to be a learning experience in itself. 

All the committees will be small.  In addition to organs of the U.N., the conference will include unique bodies including the U.S. Department of Defense – Joint Chiefs of Staff; delegates for the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962; delegates for the Politburo of the Communist Party of China; and delegates for the Democratic and Republican party conventions in the United States.

It is preferable for schools to bring delegations, but individual students may register on their own.  The fees are very modest and both WUMUNS (Washington University Model United Nations Symposium) and Civitas are committed to providing financial assistance if needed.

Right now you can access additional information at http://sugroups.wustl.edu/~wumun/.  The registration link will be on the web shortly; we will keep you informed of all happenings.  This seems like an especially exciting opportunity for students and teachers alike; we look forward to strong participation from Civitas schools and students.