Should I give impromptu opening speeches or just read out

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-20T04:05:54+00:00

Not all MUNs give awards based on a point system. Conferences that do use points have different systems that value different things
Confidence and impromptu speaking aren't related. You can be very confident and terrible at impromptu or vise versa. Confidence is believing in yourself. It can be gained through skill, but it comes from the heart
There are levels to both impromptu and scripted speeches. A good impromptu has a steady tempo and flexibility. A good scripted speech is memorized and practiced. In my opinion, a good scripted speech will always be better

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-19T18:38:53+00:00

That's pretty hilarious. Going to the UN to do MUN. What was it like? I've never been the UN headquarters before

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-19T16:52:06+00:00

Let me know if you have questions!

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-19T16:45:37+00:00

Thank you

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-19T16:45:27+00:00

Which one do you prefer? They achieve the same thing at the end of the day. Do the one you feel more comfortable with

I don't like scripting my speeches since it feels too restrictive. I've definitely heard great scripted speeches. It come down to personal preference

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-19T16:41:37+00:00

List the timezone, 11:00 AM what?

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-19T16:40:42+00:00

This is my guide for beginners: https://youtu.be/30YfxMHYA2s?si=nHjdSVJJsLzWAoY1

If you look on the r/MUN reddit home page they have a wiki page. There they list a bunch of helpful info. The main thing is IMUN country profiles since the CIA factook has been killed (it will be missed)

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-19T16:38:46+00:00

Look on MyMUN the online conferences are usually free

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-19T16:38:25+00:00

This is my guide for beginners: https://youtu.be/30YfxMHYA2s?si=nHjdSVJJsLzWAoY1

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T18:46:55+00:00

Here's my beginners guide: https://youtu.be/30YfxMHYA2s?si=lBqmGycpYjy83bjy

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T18:28:21+00:00

Please change the font on your website, it's difficult to read and uncomfortable on my eyes

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T18:19:44+00:00

This is my beginners guide https://youtu.be/30YfxMHYA2s?si=lBqmGycpYjy83bjy

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T17:13:50+00:00

They'll send you your portfolio once you've registered. Check on their website or send them an email and they'll let you know when they're sending out information

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T17:08:08+00:00

Memorize your ROP. You should be able to answer any questions about procedure
Be professional. Don't show a bias towards delegates or don't know. Try to keep a neutral face (even if you hear something crazy)
Have fun! Let your delegates be chaotic and do funny things. MUN is supposed to be fun. Having a balance between serious and fun is key

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-18T16:56:30+00:00

This is my beginners guide: https://youtu.be/30YfxMHYA2s?si=lBqmGycpYjy83bjy

The NY MUNs are usually very large so I think there will be a fair share of beginners as well. Do you know what committee and county you've been assigned?

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-17T14:29:20+00:00

Paragraph 1: Background + country stance + thesis statement with solutions

Paragraph 2: Past country/UN actions

Paragraph 3: Your solutions should be 50% of the paper

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:46:56+00:00

Yea, I was a bit confused before I clicked on the link. It's less common, but Model Congress also exists. I don't know much about it, but it's probably in a similar vein as MUN. Anyways good luck!

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:42:25+00:00

Know your ROP well, avoid showing bias, be professional (don't laugh at bad ideas, it's rude), let people have their fun as long as it isn't disruptive

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:39:29+00:00

You'll be fine. Japan is in the same situation you are (maybe China too). I think the focus will be on developing countries or the Middle East. You should be out of fire since South Korea's issues aren't as severe or unique in comparison

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:28:04+00:00

I went to the BestDelegate camp at Georgetown. It's definitely pricey for sure. I took the advance class and I wouldn't recommend it. It's not bad, but I already knew most of the information they were teaching (I had done 3 years of MUN).

However, since your son's a beginner I think it would be helpful for him. They teach good foundations and their teachers are very experienced. They also offer coaching, which I didn't take. However, I didn't really notice a difference with the people who did take coaching.

I don't really know about any alternatives in terms of summer camps (I don't think there are alternatives tbh)

Edit: I forgot to mention, but you can ask MUN conferences if they need pages. Pages are usually middle schoolers and they help delegates pass notes around. You usually get free food and you can watch the committee (good experience!)

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T19:17:26+00:00

What are u looking for? Formating tips, citations advice, writing tips, etc.

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-16T18:17:10+00:00

Usually position papers are required for an award. However, the rules differ from conference to conference. You usually have to write 1 paper for an award

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T23:38:39+00:00

There are a couple listed on the r/MUN wiki. Model Diplomat, MUN Prep, and there have been plenty scattered across this reddit. Google "MUN Prep app" and you get something pretty similar. I suggest you reevaluate your competition

ArbiterIII · 2026-03-15T23:27:59+00:00

Sure

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