1. uOttawa.ca Model United Nations Course SCS3195 A Winter 2017 Presented by: Miguel de Larrinaga, September 13, 2016 uOttawa.ca Faculté des sciences sociales | Faculty of Social Sciences

2. uOttawa.ca The MUN course’s objective is to prepare you for this unique experience: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8d6gjnWRzk 2

3. uOttawa.ca We provide the best team to support and train you Professor and Faculty Advisor: Miguel de Larrinaga TA and Head Delegate: TBD Award-winning U of O delegations: 2016: Distinguished Delegation, 12 Outstanding Position Papers, 3 Outstanding Delegates in Committee 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

4. uOttawa.ca 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: http://www.nmun.org/ny_committee_guides.html http://www.nmun.org/ny_committee_guides.html

5. uOttawa.ca Course Description The Model United Nations course is worth 3 credits. SCS3195 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!

6. uOttawa.ca 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 2017 (UQAM?) –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: sciencessociales.uottawa.ca/sites/sciencessociales.uottawa.ca/files/model_un_- _2016_syllabus_-_scs_3100_a_final.pdf sciencessociales.uottawa.ca/sites/sciencessociales.uottawa.ca/files/model_un_- _2016_syllabus_-_scs_3100_a_final.pdf

7. uOttawa.ca NMUN-NY 2017 19 - 23 March 2017 The delegation leaves Ottawa Friday evening March 17 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

8. uOttawa.ca Logistics Transportation –Travel by Greyhound bus –Leave uOttawa March 17; arrive in NYC March 18 –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 –SCS3195 A will be held every Tuesday evening from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in TBT 327.

9. uOttawa.ca Cost Students pay approximately $1,300 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.)

10. uOttawa.ca Eligibility Criteria Candidates must meet certain requirements: –Be registered in an undergraduate program during the 2016-2017 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 (Faculty of Law: 5.0) –Be able to potentially participate in a preparatory meeting in November 2016 –Be able to participate in the preparatory QMUN conference and in the National Model United Nations conference in New York –Be able to participate in a risk management meeting before leaving for NYC –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 7, 2016 to Graciela Dancose (FSS 3001F) –Those admitted into the course will receive an email 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

11. uOttawa.ca Important Dates Application for the MUN course7 October 2016 Course registration (if admitted)18 November 2016 Contact information in case of emergency First day of class Code of conductFirst day of class Photocopy of passport and health card First day of class QMUNTo be determined QMUN and NMUN payment27 January 2017 NMUN in NYC19-23 March 2017

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