Mount Holyoke College
Model UN
Who We Are
MHCMUN is a wholly student-run organization with a committed and dedicated membership. Our members engage in a variety of on-campus and off-campus initiatives.
MHCMUN is a unique organization in that it offers numerous opportunities to represent the College on the larger intercollegiate Model United Nations circuit, traveling across the country and internationally (when funding allows). To prepare for said conferences, MHCMUN holds weekly meetings on Wednesday evenings filled with practice committee sessions and guest speakers. We hold trainings once per week to prepare delegates for both Crisis and General Assembly conferences. To further prepare our delegates, we hold mini-conferences each semester to hone our "in-the-moment" negotiation skills.
The Five College Model United Nations Conference is a favored MHCMUN activity in which we co-host, along with other Model UN organizations in the Five College Consortium, our very own intercollegiate conference. Throughout the year, either with these other organizations or on our own, we host several on-campus events for both the community at large and for MHCMUN.
When we meet: Wednesdays weekly at 6 pm!
What We Do
We go on many affordable conferences and trips to different colleges around the United States! In the past, we've competed at schools like the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Chicago, and Columbia University. Here at Mount Holyoke, we host several simulations and trainings while also enjoying activities such as movie nights and guest speakers. Our encouraging and uplifting community takes the intimidation away from the concept of Model United Nations and fosters a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you're competitive or non-competitive, experienced or inexperienced, MHCMUN welcomes all!!!
Why MUN?
Model United Nations helps to foster public speaking and writing skills that are crucial in today's climate. It helps delegates open their minds to global issues today and allows them to think from other people's perspectives when solving problems. Academically rigorous and challenging, people who do Model UN go on to accomplish great things in life.
If you need more convincing, here are some people that you might know who have done MUN!