{"id":69,"date":"2024-02-08T17:39:51","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T17:39:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/pre-college\/?page_id=69"},"modified":"2025-11-25T15:02:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T15:02:32","slug":"model-united-nations-summer-academy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/pre-college\/programs\/model-united-nations-summer-academy\/","title":{"rendered":"Model United Nations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Step into the shoes of a UN diplomat this summer at Montclair State University!<\/strong> In our immersive Model United Nations Pre-College Program, you&#8217;ll learn how to research global issues, craft persuasive arguments, negotiate solutions, and deliver powerful speeches. Represent a country from the UN and tackle real-world challenges in international affairs. This program is the perfect opportunity to build leadership skills, boost your college applications, and make lifelong connections with other globally-minded students.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Six Key Modules of the Program<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Assigned Country<\/strong>: You&#8217;ll represent a country at the UN! Dive into its culture, politics, economy, and more to prepare for global discussions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>International Treaties<\/strong>: Learn about key treaties like the UN Charter and the Paris Agreement. Understand how they shape the world&#8217;s biggest decisions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Foreign Policy Tools<\/strong>: Explore tools like negotiation, sanctions, and peacekeeping to achieve your country&#8217;s goals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>National Positions<\/strong>: Take on real-world challenges in peace, human rights, and sustainability. Create a plan to solve these crises!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation Techniques<\/strong>: Step into the committee room! Master negotiation, deliver speeches, and draft resolutions like a true diplomat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Award and Recognitions<\/strong>: Participants who demonstrate exceptional skills will receive &#8216;Outstanding Delegate&#8217; awards, a prestigious recognition for our young diplomats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Why Join the Program?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gain hands-on experience in international diplomacy.<\/li>\n<li>Develop valuable skills in public speaking, critical thinking, research, and teamwork.<\/li>\n<li>Enhance your college applications with a unique, globally-minded experience.<\/li>\n<li>Make friends and network with other passionate students who share your interest in global issues.<\/li>\n<li>Receive awards and recognition for your outstanding contributions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ready to Become a Global Leader?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Join us this summer at Montclair State University to develop skills, make friends, and shape the future! Learn, grow, and shine as you take on the role of a UN diplomat in this exciting, hands-on program.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Program Schedule*<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before the program begins, participants will complete pre-arrival assignments to prepare for their weeklong immersion in diplomacy and global problem-solving.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Day 1:<\/strong> <strong>Arrival at Montclair State University<\/strong> \u2013 Settle in, meet fellow participants, and kick off your journey as a future diplomat!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 2:<\/strong><strong> Training Day<\/strong> \u2013 Learn the essentials of diplomacy, including Model UN rules of procedure, public speaking, drafting impactful statements and resolutions, and mastering negotiation techniques.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 3:<\/strong> <strong>Field Trip to the United Nations Headquarters<\/strong> \u2013 Visit the heart of global diplomacy in New York City and gain inspiration for your role as a UN delegate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 4:<\/strong><strong> Committee Session:<\/strong> International Peace and Security \u2013 Dive into high-stakes negotiations as you tackle pressing global challenges.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 5:<\/strong> <strong>Committee Session:<\/strong> Human Rights \u2013 Collaborate with peers to address critical issues affecting human dignity and equality worldwide.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 6:<\/strong><strong> Committee Session<\/strong>: Sustainable Development \u2013 Strategize and negotiate solutions for building a more sustainable future.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 7:<\/strong> <strong>Awards Ceremony<\/strong> \u2013 Celebrate your achievements and recognize outstanding delegates in a formal closing event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>*Schedule is subject to change<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Model UN will run during Session II: Sunday, July 26 \u2013 Saturday, August 1, 2026. <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/register\/precollege2026\">Apply Today<\/a>! <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Program Director<\/h2>\n<p>Professor Alfredo Toro Carnevali<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:torocarnevaa@montclair.edu\">torocarnevaa@montclair.edu<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/political-science-and-law\/\">Department of Political Science and Law<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Before joining Montclair State University, Professor Alfredo Toro Carnevali served as a diplomat to the United Nations for 10 years. 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