MSUMUN XXVI

From the desk of the Secretary-General

Esteemed advisors, delegates, parents and staff,

It is my distinct privilege to welcome you all to the Twenty-Sixth Session of the Michigan State University Model United Nations Conference. My name is Jack Maloney - and I am nothing short of honored to serve you all as the Secretary-General for MSUMUN XXVI. On behalf of the MSUMUN Secretariat and Staff, we want to welcome all delegates, parents, schools, and advisors new and old to our conference, and we want to thank all of you for continuing to support the Michigan State community and for joining us for our conference.

We’re overjoyed to announce that MSUMUN will take place on March 19-21, 2027. Our conference, once again, will be hosted at the illustrious Michigan State Union - the beating heart of our campus, a central hub for student activity, and a cultural symbol of MSU all rolled into one building.

The MSUMUN staff have been hard at working crafting a slate of committees for the conference that are nothing short of exceptional, and all of which are imbued with MSUMUN’s core tenants of creating an experience that is not only exhilarating to participate in, but are deeply educating and informational on global events. This year’s selection of committees tackles events of the past that shaped our current world, present scenarios that unfold before our eyes, and even fictional worlds where the discussions feel eerily similar to discussions found in our reality. From newsboys striving for better labor conditions, to environmental regulation forums, to the heated discussions of the Nixon Administration and Chinese Politburo - we invite delegates of all backgrounds and interests to step into these unique settings to hone their critical and creative thinking, and to test their skills in diplomacy and debate. We are eager to see these committees come to life fully with the assistance of the wonderful delegates of MSUMUN.

One of the pillars of MSUMUN’s existence is creating a community that extends past the Michigan State campus. MSUMUN is - and always will be - a conference where education and community is at the forefront while fostering a safe and inclusive environment for delegates, staff, and advisors. When selecting the committees for MSUMUN, we carefully dissect and consider what the idea will give to delegates and their understanding of important topics, themes, and historical or current events. We also consider how we can create a place of inclusivity and belongingness for our delegates, and we accomplish this by choosing the best possible staffers who embody our values of passion and inclusion. We believe that the dedication from the MSUMUN staff to create informational and engaging committees and the passion from the delegates who strive to be the future leaders of our world help to create an exceptional community, and are what make MSUMUN, MSUMUN.

If you are an advisor, teacher, or other individual interested in learning more about MSUMUN and are interested in attending your first MSUMUN conference, please feel free to reach out to our team! MSUMUN offers delegates the opportunity to grow and develop their public speaking, researching skills, writing skills, and critical thinking, so if you are interested in providing this opportunity to your team’s delegates, please feel free to fill out our outreach forms and sign up for our outreach programs in the “Outreach” tab on our website. If there are any questions, comments, or concerns, please contact me at secgen@msumun.org.

On behalf of the MSUMUN staff and secretariat, we look forward to working and communicating with you to make MSUMUN XXVI a conference where all can learn, thrive, and create a better tomorrow.

Best Regards,
Jack Maloney
Secretary-General
MSUMUN XXVI
secgen@msumun.org