Benefits of MUN

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Benefits of

MUN

Improvement of Public speaking

skills

Improvement of Public speaking

skills

During MUN, public speaking is a necessity. By attending various conferences, delegates build up public speaking skills and self-confidence for the future

meeting new people and places

MUN's occur in many different schools, which is why going to an MUN is a great opportunity to meet new people and discover new places.

Recognition of Global Issues

A benefit of the MUN research is awareness on the certain topic. The point of the research is not only to be aware of the topic, but applying it in real life.

Diplomacy and Negotiation Skills

Diplomacy skills are crucial to MUN. Not only will it's fundamentals be used during an MUN, but practiced through the conference which in the long term can positively change you diplomacy and negotiation skills.

Diplomacy and Negotiation Skills

Enhanced Leadership skills

MUN is a good opportunity to practice research, public speaking, and many more skills that all lead up to complete your role as another delegation. These actions can help you have better leadership skills in real life when you take action in MUN.

Organization and Time management
Skills

In order to succeed in Model United Nations, organization is key. MUN helps you develop various methods of memorization, self reliance, and managing/leading others. A team is only as strong as its weakest link; MUN is a shining example of this.

future benefits

Model United Nations is a great opportunity for students to develop strong leadership skills, public speaking, research and writing skills, conflict resolution, and cooperation. Students will meet new people from other schools, which allows them to network, build connections, and make new friends.

An important, key skill you learn while participating in MUN conferences is diplomacy, the art of negotiation which is a very useful skill to acquire. Students learn how to problem-solve as they are given real-life world issues discussed by the United Nations. Students will also become more knowledgeable about these world issues as they explore and research the topic given to them.

Participating in MUN conferences can greatly benefit students for when they go to apply to college. Students develop many traits while being involved in MUN that colleges look for in applicants. Discipline, confidence, and analytical thinking describe some of the traits students strengthen during their MUN involvement, oftentimes giving students a stronger advantage in being accepted to the institution.

Marian Baker School

Guidance and College Counselor

Crystal Perdue

"MUN is a great opportunity for students, in particular for IB students, to exercise and to grow in the IB profile attributes such as becoming open-minded, thinkers, inquirers and knowledgeable. MUN also aligns to what the IB intends to develop in students, which is respect towards different positions and perspectives in order to achieve world peace. The skills required in MUN of good communication, reflection and argumentation permits the students who are involved to express ideas and thoughts effectively and grounded on solid information. MUN is a valuable experience for students!"