Each academic year, the Away Team competes on the Model United Nations (MUN) collegiate circuit at conferences across the United States and Canada. Through these conferences, members of the Away Team practice all aspects of debate, gaining skills in public speaking, policy research, and consensus-building. 

A MUN conference is a 3-4 day simulation of the United Nations’ organs and specialized agencies. Some conferences also simulate other policy-oriented bodies like NATO, the World Health Organization, the European Commission, or the African Union. Every committee revolves around a topic of contemporary or historic relevance. Delegates must think critically, act quickly, and adapt dynamically to represent the interests of their assigned position.

Committees alternate between periods of formal and informal debate and are structured according to Robert’s Rules of Order. During formal debate, delegates clarify their position to other delegates and propose solutions to the crisis at hand. Delegates may also rebut or affirm the stances of other delegates. Informal debate is when delegates negotiate, foster diplomatic cooperation, and generate novel solutions. Some conferences include “crisis” simulations, where the focus of committee changes rapidly and delegates must respond in a real-time manner. 

The Away Team attends four to five conferences each year. Each conference is an opportunity for Away Team members to to foster new skills in public speaking, teamwork, negotiation, problem-solving, and critical thinking. 
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The Away Team is known for its collaborative and competitive prowess on the circuit. We are excited to continue our success in the upcoming year!

Contact us at [email protected].

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VICS 2025 (Charlottesville, VA)

NCSC 2024 (Washington, D.C.)

​UNCMUNC 2024 (Chapel Hill, NC)

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