Model United Nations — Course Overview

Diplomacy in Action. Confidence in Practice.

At our Model United Nations program, students are challenged to think critically, debate respectfully, and understand the world beyond headlines. Whether you're stepping into committee for the first time or already holding gavels at conferences, this course is designed to meet you at your level — and push you further.

Who It’s For

  • Middle and High School students
  • Designed for beginners, but enriched with advanced instruction that even MUN veterans will benefit from

What You’ll Learn

Diplomatic Strategy

Rooted in real-world procedures and negotiation tactics.

Research Techniques

Understand country positions, treaties, and global conflict.

Public Speaking

Build self-confidence through structured caucuses and peer feedback.

Resolution Drafting

Modelled on actual UN frameworks and best practices.

Leadership in Negotiation

Bloc strategy and crisis scenarios for real-world leadership.

What We Cover

Our curriculum is built around real UN committees and the most urgent global issues. Students gain hands-on experience with the same frameworks, topics, and challenges faced by diplomats today.

Committees & Focus Areas

  • UNHCR: Refugees, asylum law, and forced displacement.
  • UNSC: Conflict resolution, peacekeeping, sanctions.
  • WHO: Global health emergencies.
  • SOCHUM & ECOSOC: Human rights, economic development, and international cooperation.

Sample Real-World Topics

  • The Syrian refugee crisis
  • The war in Ukraine
  • Statelessness and climate migration
  • Global pandemic response
  • Treaty enforcement & peacebuilding efforts

What Makes Us Different

Our MUN course goes far beyond motions and speaking time. It’s taught by award-winning competitors and coaches with elite experience in both debate and international relations.

Lead Instructor
Umich BBA & BA '25
Founder of NMIMUN (Northern Mariana Islands)
MUN National 1st Place, LD Regional 2nd, NSDA Regional 2nd
9+ years debate experience
Taught 250+ students globally (Korea, India, Poland)
Organizer, MVP, and Chair Award recipient
Program Director
UCI Political Science / International Relations '23
Campuswide Honors, Political Science Honors
Extensive UN charter and treaty knowledge
Led university-level debate forums on foreign policy
Veteran of MUN, Mock Trial, and LD Debate

Capstone Event: December MUN Conference

In December, all students will participate in a full in-house Model United Nations Conference, applying their learned skills in live committee settings. Delegates will research, negotiate, and resolve real-world issues in a professionally simulated environment — with awards, feedback, and leadership recognition.

Are You Ready to Represent?

This is more than a class — it’s training for the leaders, diplomats, and advocates of tomorrow. If you're ready to develop your voice on the world stage, we invite you to join us.

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