Model United Nations course SCS3100 A Winter 2016 Faculty of Social Sciences

The MUN course’s objective is to prepare you for this unique experience:

We provide the best team to support and train you Professor and Faculty Advisor: Miguel de Larrinaga TA and Head Delegate: Jason Chadwick Hanson Award-winning U of O delegations: 2015: Honourable Mention, Outstanding Committee Position Papers 2014: Outstanding Delegation, four Outstanding Committee Position Papers and two Outstanding Delegates in Committee (peer award) 2013: Distinguished Delegation, four Outstanding Committee Position Papers and two Outstanding Delegates in Committee (peer award) 2012: Distinguished Delegation, six Outstanding Committee Position Papers 2011: Outstanding Delegation & Position Papers 2010: Distinguished Delegation Interdisciplinary & Faculty Programs Officer: Graciela Dancose

What is NMUN? NMUN brings together students from across the world to simulate sessions of United Nations bodies (UNSC, GA, ECOSOC, HRC, UNICEF, etc.). Students represent a country and advance its foreign policy, as they debate the issues and find solutions to the crises that face the world today. NMUN covers a variety of subject matter, from development to environment to international law and security. From MDGs to child soldiers to nuclear proliferation. See:

Course Description The Model United Nations course is worth 3 credits. SCS3100 A will cover a variety of subject matter: –The UN organization and rules of procedures –In-depth knowledge of selected country –International law, foreign policy, human rights, development, etc. –Public speaking, resolution writing, negotiation skills –Independent research, critical and original analysis The solutions to the world’s problems are yours to find, defend, and negotiate as diplomats!

The Course’s Structure Lectures on the UN system, the country’s history, and some key topics (vary according to the country) Intensive individual research & oral presentations In-class simulations QMUN: February 6, 2016 at Bishop’s University –Preparatory Model UN before heading to New York –QMUN, held in English, comprises Quebec universities as well as the University of Ottawa Have a look at last year’s syllabus: undergraduate/model_un_-_2015_syllabus_- _scs_3100_final.pdf undergraduate/model_un_-_2015_syllabus_- _scs_3100_final.pdf

NMUN-NY March 2016 The delegation leaves Ottawa Friday March 25 Our delegation will stay at the Sheraton New York Times Square or at the New York Hilton Midtown Despite a rigorous conference schedule, students will also have free time to enjoy the many attractions in New York City NMUNNY 2016 Tentative Schedule Saturday 26 MarchDelegation meets at the hotel, time to be determined Free Day in NYC Sunday 27 MarchConference Registration Opening Ceremony Committee Sessions Monday 28 MarchMission Briefings Committee Sessions Tuesday 29 MarchCommittee Sessions Wednesday 30 MarchCommittee Sessions Evening – Free Thursday 31 March Friday 1 April Committee Sessions at UN Closing Ceremony at UN Evening - Delegate Dance Return trip to Ottawa

Logistics Transportation –Travel by Greyhound bus –Arrive March 26 –Meeting in NYC at the hotel, time to be determined Accommodations: 3-4 students per room Dress Code: –Students must wear proper business attire during the conference Schedule –SCS3100 A will be held every Wednesday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in SMD 402.

Cost Students pay approximately $1,200 for the course This includes: –Participation to the QMUN (transportation + accommodations) –Transportation to and from NYC (bus) –Hotel accommodation in NYC (Sheraton or Hilton) –Delegate fee and medical insurance Not included: –Food (approx. $60 USD p/d) –Personal expenses (sightseeing, souvenirs, etc.)

Eligibility Criteria Candidates must meet certain requirements: –Be registered full-time in an undergraduate program during the academic year –Have completed a minimum of 54 credits at the time they submit their candidacy –Be able to speak fluently in English –Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 6.0 –Be able to participate in a 6 hour preparatory meeting in November 2015 –Be able to participate in the preparatory QMUN conference and in the National Model United Nations conference in New York –Be able to travel legally to the United States Additional assets include: –Knowledge of international relations, foreign policy and international law –MUN experience –Ability to defend ideas in public Application process: –Submit your candidacy no later than October 9, 2015 to Graciela Dancose (FSS 3001F) –Those admitted into the course will receive an in early November To apply you must complete the application form (available online)available online –Along with your application form, you must include a resume (curriculum vitae), a letter of intent (500 words maximum), and your CGPA (no need to submit your transcript) –Registration for this course is NOT possible through Rabaska

Important Dates Application for the MUN course9 October 2015 Course registration (if admitted)13 November 2015 Names and contact information in case of emergency 13 January 2016 Code of conduct13 January 2016 Photocopy of your passport13 January 2016 QMUN in Collège Montmorency, Laval6 February 2016 NMUN payment29 January 2016 NMUN in New York City27 – 31 March, 2016

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