by Kayla Schmidt Osborn | Aug 8, 2024
A holistic approach to research and preparation AMUN recommends a systematic and holistic approach to research related to Conference preparation. This approach can be broken into eight components, represented by the subsequent subheadings. This approach ensures...
by Kayla Schmidt Osborn | Aug 8, 2024
Simulations, Roles and Roleplaying The AMUN Conference is a simulation of the United Nations. By nature, the quality and tone of debate will be different than at the United Nations in New York. AMUN’s policies, topics and rules of procedure are all designed to enhance...
by Kayla Schmidt Osborn | Aug 8, 2024
AMUN Philosophy and Realism One of the core principles of AMUN is to mirror the practice and dynamics of the United Nations as much as possible. To that end, AMUN strives to create and conduct simulations that are a realistic representation of diplomacy at the United...
by Kayla Schmidt Osborn | Aug 8, 2024
Introduction Resolutions are the primary tools for action at the United Nations. Debate at the United Nations focuses on solving, at least in part, the many problems facing the global community. After months of debate and behind-the-scenes discussion on a topic,...
by Kayla Schmidt Osborn | Aug 8, 2024
Representatives participating in the American Model United Nations (AMUN) Conference should be familiar with the history of the United Nations and with the changing role the organization plays in international affairs. This section provides a brief introduction to the...
