The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's 17th Annual Model United Nations Conference
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's 17th annual Model United Nations Conference
Organized by the official MUN association of the MIT
Held on campus of the MIT
Small committees of international elite delegates
Ample interaction with the chairs from MITMUNC
Conference Location: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA
the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's 16th annual Model United Nations Conference (MITMUNC XVI)
Invitation of MITMUNC XVI
Dear delegates and advisors,
It is with great pride and excitement that we formally invite you to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's 16th annual Model United Nations Conference!
MITMUNC is a premier Model UN conference in which students from all over the world come together to solve the most pressing issues facing society today.
At its core, MITMUNC is planned, organized, and directed by a passionate and ambitious team of MIT students that collectively form a diverse family of academic backgrounds and experiences. Our chairs and staff coordinate MITMUNC's committees from the ground up, posing questions and controversies that even the most experienced delegates will find challenging. Our dedicated Secretariat members complement the chairs and staff by overseeing all conference preparations, months in advance of the conference in order to ensure that our delegates walk away with one of the greatest experiences of their lives
Having experienced MITMUNC as chairs, then as Secretariat members and Secretaries-General, we are both humbled and thrilled to guide MITMUNC into its best conference yet. I now invite you to explore our brand new website to learn more about our conference. Do not hesitate in contacting us should you encounter any doubts along the way. Best of luck in the path ahead!
Sincerely,
Secretaries-General, MIT Model United Nations Conference XVII 2025
Introduction to MITMUNC XVII
Organized by the official Model United Nations association of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), which ranks first in the QS World University Rankings, MITMUNC is a highly prestigious extracurricular activity program recommended by MIT. It is one of the high-level Model United Nations conferences for American high school students. The conference's standout feature is the formation of small committees of approximately 30 members, providing delegates with more opportunities to speak and engage in discussions. Delegates also have ample interaction with the chairs, making it an excellent learning opportunity, especially for novice Model UN participants. For Chinese high school students, the chances of winning awards at MITMUNC are relatively high.
ASDAN Delegation Visit
2025/2/5-2025/2/13
Location
MIT, USA
Language
English
Committees and Topics
* Below is last year's committee information; stay tuned for 2025 committee information to be released!
Why Choose ASEEDER MUN
| Content | ASEEDER
International MUN Programs |
Traditional US MUN Programs |
| Format | Model United Nations conferences and visits to various universities | Model United Nations conferences and visits to various universities |
| Conference
Experience |
Meetings, accommodations, and social activities all take place within the campuses of University of Oxford, Yale University or MIT, allowing for a deep immersion into university campus life; Small committees with 20-30 participants, providing more speaking and networking opportunities, resulting in effective interaction and conference experience. | Conferences and accommodations are in downtown hotels, limiting the experience of university campus culture; Large committees with hundreds of participants, limited speaking and networking opportunities. |
| Certificates | Model United Nations conference participation certificate; ASDAN Short Course - Model United Nations certificate authorized by Ofqual, and AoPE certificate(optional) valued at 8 points, aiding future applications. | Model United Nations conference participation certificate. |
| Visit | In addition to participating in Model United Nations conferences, visits to international institutions (United Nations headquarters), cultural and art centers (Metropolitan Museum of Art, National Museum of Natural History) are included. In-depth visits to renowned universities (talk with Chinese students studying abroad, guided campus tours by alumni) are also part of the program. |
Model United Nations conferences and visits to ordinary cities, touring local tourist attractions and museums, visiting university campuses with limited in-depth interactions. |
| Learning
Record |
ASDAN Qualities Assessment Report: Comprehensive recording and assessment of students' performance and strengths throughout their participation in Model United Nations, in accordance with Western university academic standards. School leaders, teachers, parents, and future university admissions offices can gain a clear understanding of students' performance during this period. Students who prepare earnestly and perform well in MUN are distinguished from those who travel abroad under the guise of MUN for leisure. | Some simple photos and reflections. |
| Academic
System |
Designed to cultivate six core competencies of international quality education, in-depth learning in four major areas: MUN conferences, university experiences, global citizenship, and arts and humanities. Pre-departure training and guidance by professional academic mentors to help students complete the ASDAN Qualities Assessment Report. | Almost none |
MITMUNC XVII Schedule
Duration：February 5 - 13, 2025 (9 days, 8 nights)
| Date | Location | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |
| Feb. 5 | Departure from China, Arrive in the USA, hotel check in | |||
| Feb. 6 | Boston |
Adjust from jetleg | 【Cultural Experience】 Explore Quincy Market and immerse yourself in Boston’s historical and cultural heritage. |
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| Feb. 7 | 【University Experience】 Visiting MIT, engaging with current students, understanding campus culture, admission criteria, and academic strengths. |
【MITMUNC Conference】 Check-in Opening Ceremony |
【MITMUNC Conference】 Committee Session 1 |
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| Feb. 8 | 【MITMUNC Conference】 Committee Session 2 |
【MITMUNC Conference】 Committee Session 3 |
【MITMUNC Conference】 Committee Session 4 Social Event |
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| Feb. 9 | 【MITMUNC Conference】 Committee Session 5 |
【MITMUNC Conference】 Committee Session 6 Closing Ceremony & Award Ceremony |
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| Feb. 10 | Boston - NYC | 【University Experience】 Visiting Harvard University, engaging with current students, understanding campus culture, admission criteria, and academic strengths. |
【University Experience】 On the way travel to NYC visiting Yale University, interacting with current students, understanding campus culture, admission criteria, and academic strengths. |
Accommdation:
Three-star hotel in New York |
| Feb. 11 | NYC | 【University Experience】 Visit Columbia University, interacting with current students, understanding campus culture, admission criteria, and academic strengths. |
【Arts and Humanities】
Visiting one of the world's three largest art museums,the Metropolitan Museum of Art, experiencing the civilizations of ancient Babylon, Egypt, India, Greece, and Rome up close. |
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| Feb. 12 | 【Global Citizenship】 Visiting the United Nations headquarters, gaining firsthand experience of the United Nations, learning about its developmental history, organizational structure, and current status. |
【Global Citizenship】
Visiting the famous Times Square, strolling through Central Park to feel the city's vibe, and in the evening, ascending the Empire State Building, for an overview of New York City. |
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| Feb. 13 | Rest at hotel and pack up | Departure | ||
MITMUNC XVII 参考日程
Awards
Individual Awards (for each committee)
• Best Delegate Award
• Best Position Paper Award
• Honorable Mention Award
* Each committee will have the above awards, and the number of award will be determined by the size of the committee.
Registration
Registration Process
Step 1: Registration and Passport Application
Please fill in your personal information as instructed on the registration form and complete the registration process. At the same time, for all students who wish to participate in the program and have not yet obtained a passport, please promptly apply for a passport at your local immigration authority.
Step 2: Agreement Signing and Payment Confirmation
Upon successful registration, ASEEDER will sign an agreementwith the students and their parents/guardians.
Step 3: Visa Application (September, October, November, and December, 2024)
After registration and payment, ASEEDER will provide instructions and guidance materials for visa preparation.Students and their parents/guardians should prepare the required documents in accordance with the visa application package
Step 4: Academic Training
One month before the conference, ASEEDER will organize online AOPE (Academic Preparation and Enhancement) course training and Model United Nations academic training, with an expected training duration of 8 hours. Additionally, academic guidance handbooks will be distributed to assist students in their academic preparation
Step 5: Travel aboard to participate in YMUN, Oxford MUN, or MITMUNC .
Under the guidance of trainers at ASEEDER, attend Model UN conferences in the United States, and complete the AOPE report (optional), and submit it for assessment to the UK ASDAN headquarters.
Step 6: Receive the Evaluation Results (April 2025)
After submitting the report, ASDAN headquarters will announce the final results within 30-45 working days. Students have the opportunity to receive the AOPE certificate and earn UCAS 8 credit points.
Participation in MICMUNC with Visits to New York
Duration: 9 days 8 nights, February 2, 2025 (Departure from China) - February 10, 2025 (Departure from US)
Optional UCAS AOPE certificate: Fees include pre-training, academic support during the trip, and certification fees; without selection, participants will also receive the ASDAN MUN certificate.
Registration Dealine: November 17,2024
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Ms. Pan
West China
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