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Students step into global diplomacy through high-level simulated UN sessions, guided by top Model UN coaches.
A school activity that builds global leadership skills through research, negotiation and public speaking.
Why Model UN
Global perspective
Engaging with, and solving, complex world problems.
Diplomacy
Working together to reach international consensus.
Perspectives
Representing the interests of a country, not only your own views.
Systems thinking
Building workable solutions for peace, security and human rights.
What delegates compete for
- Best DelegateThe top award in a committee.
- Honorable MentionRecognition for standout delegates.
- Position PaperAwards for the strongest written research.
What we offer
- Sessions
- Two 75-minute sessions a week
- Preparation
- 100+ hours of prep per semester
- Conferences
- In-round feedback, with travel and registration handled
Meetings
Two 75-minute intensive sessions a week.
Rules of procedure
Mastery of the rules that run every committee.
Conferences
In-round feedback and supervision, with travel and registration handled.
Portal
Full access to Pantheon's guides and materials.
History and English teachers can chaperone. Elite Model UN takes circuit experience.