FAQs
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The University of Alberta High School Model United Nations Conference is an opportunity for high school students to assume the role of delegates in simulated high-level meetings of United Nations committees including the Security Council and the General Assembly. Students research their country’s foreign policy position ahead of time and work in mock multilateral committees to draft, deliberate, and vote upon United Nations resolutions seeking solutions to global problems.
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University of Alberta
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The cost for the conference is $115.00 per delegate.
For students experiencing financial difficulties, there are opportunities to receive a partial or full fee waiver. Please have your teacher representative email us at hsmun@ualberta.ca to apply for a full or partial fee waiver.
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Out-of-city schools are responsible for finding their own accommodations in Edmonton.
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There will be no bag storage or coat checks at HSMUN. Delegates can bring a small-medium sized briefcase, back pack, or tote bag that they feel comfortable placing under their desk or seat. Please keep in mind that all participants are responsible for managing their own belongings.
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Delegates are not required to bring any specific belongings - just a positive attitude and readiness to learn! Some recommended items include:
1) Paper/pen
2) Research tools (e.g., a computer, tablet, a textbook, printed resources)
3) Water bottle
4) A bag lunch or money to purchase lunch
5) Appropriate attire (see the dresscodefor more information)
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All delegates are encouraged to write a Position Paper in order to research their committee, topic, and foreign policy beforehand. However, Position Papers are required for “red” countries (key players on the committee). For a reminder on which countries are red, please review the Country Matrix Tab above. If a red country does not submit a Position Paper, they will not be able to vote during their committee session until they do so. Also, please note, to be considered for any award, delegates must submit a Position Paper by the deadline.