Model UN, Model AU and Model OAS

POLI 261 – Model UN  (Fall) Model UN is a simulation of the meeting of main governing bodies of the United Nations, such as the General Assembly, Security Council, and various committees. This course will focus on the issues and goals of the UN. Students will organize and execute an on campus Model UN and will prepare for the Southern Regional Model UN in Atlanta. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.500 cumulative GPA; permission of instructor. Repeatable for up to 6 credit hours. Additional information can be found here or by contacting Dr. Max Kovalov.

POLI 267 – Model African Union  (Spring) This course investigates the history, structure and operation of the African Union (AU), a regional organization comprised of 55 member states. It culminates in a trip to Washington, D.C., where students participate in the national Model AU and simulate how different African states pursue their particular national/regime interests. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.500 cumulative GPA; permission of instructor. Contact Dr. Chris Day for more information.

POLI 268 – Model Organization of American States  (Spring) This course investigates the history, structure and operation of the Organization of American States (OAS). It culminates in a trip to Washington, D.C., where students participate in the national Model OAS and simulate how different states in the Americas pursue their particular national/regime interests. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.500 cumulative GPA; permission of instructor. Contact Dr. Doug Friedman for more information.