Great Plains Model United Nations October 4-5, 2024

GPMUN is a collegiate Model UN conference hosted by Wichita State University. Founded in 2023, it is an intentionally small conference with a focus on sharpening foundational Model UN skills and strengthening consensus-building and collaboration in new and experienced Model UNers.

Great Plains group gathered with the signs of the nations that they represented

Conference Information

October 4-5, 2024

Fees

Registration fees are $10 for WSU students and $20 for non-WSU students. 

Fees should be paid immediately upon registration via our storefront.

Important Information

Schedule: 
Friday Oct. 4th:
12:30 PM - 5:00 PM, social event to follow
Saturday Oct. 5th:
5th 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Parking: You can find an interactive campus map here and vistor parking information here
Food Options: There are many on campus food options from our Shocker Dinning Hall, to restaurants in the Rhatigan Student Center like Panda Express, Freddys Frozen Custard and Steakburgers, and Fujisan. 

Hotel: We recommend staying at the Hilton Garden Inn near campus. A discounted conference rate is available.

Committe Topics

Topic 1: Countering the threat posed by improvised explosive devices

Topic 2: International cooperation to address and counter the world drug problem

Available Countries

Please inquire for an up-to-date list of available countries.

Contact information

For more information, questions, or concers you can contact Dr. Alexandra Middlewood 

 

Preparing for the Conference

This conference allows you to take on the role of diplomats from a foreign country in a simulation of UN committee meetings. You can become an expert on particular global issues and then meet with other "diplomats" representing countries around the world to write resolutions. These resolutions address a variety of global problems. This conference allows you to hone your skills in research, writing, public speaking, and negotiation.

All of the materials below will help you learn more about your assigned country, its policy priorities, the committee topics, and how to effectively interact at the conference.

Research Information 
 Additional Preparation Resources

We recommend the AMUN Model UN in a Box Simulation Guide to help students learn the AMUN Rules and Procedure. Information on the contents of Model UN in a Box can be found on the AMUN website.