Purpose: The purpose of the North American Collegiate Model UN All-Star Team is to recognize exemplary individuals in the college MUN community who have made a difference inside and outside of committee. These sometimes represent but are not necessarily limited to just the best delegates or award winners; conferences already determine those accolades. Rather, the College MUN All-Star Team should be representative of the best and most respected leaders in the community. They are diplomatic and skilled in committee, help strengthen the relationships between schools, provide thoughtful leadership, and make the Model UN experience better for everyone.
Process: College students who participated in at least one college Model United Nations conference in North America were eligible to submit one nomination form of up to seven students on the college circuit. Because of the All-Star Team’s emphasis on community, students were only allowed to nominate up to two delegates from their own school and were not allowed to nominate themselves. Each nominated name received one vote. Ballots were manually edited for spelling inconsistencies and manually checked for validity. Delegates receiving the top number of votes were given All-Star team honors divided into three tiers that reflect the percentage of votes received.
Thank you to all the individuals who contributed biographies, and thanks to everyone on the circuit for participating in recognizing their peers for leadership in the community! This year’s biographers represented some of the top delegates on the circuit that were friends, teammates, and competitors of All-Star Team members.
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All names are in alphabetical order by first name within each tier.
COLLEGE MODEL UN ALL-STAR TEAM (FIRST TEAM)
Caroline Dupas
Georgetown University
If you’ve competed in a GA over the past two years, there’s a 99% chance that you know Caroline Dupas. Given her knack for statistics-based speech hooks, it only felt right to open her bio with one. In just two years, Caroline has taken the circuit by storm. She has conquered a diverse range of committees, from double delegate GAs to single delegate spad-hocs and GAd-hocs alike. This year, she picked up gavels across five conferences – BarMUN, UPMUNC, VICS, &MUN, and ChoMUN – adding to her grand total of seven. When she isn’t sporting her iconic Q&A dress or writing the most substantive clauses on the circuit, Caroline is training and preparing the next generation of the team’s delegates as a member of the Georgetown University Model United Nations (GUMUN) Conferences Staff. Members of GUMUN know Caroline not only as a dedicated coach and friend, but as an expert in niche topics such as space affairs, NLE Choppa’s discography and Italian brainrot. Additionally, Caroline spent this past year serving as NCSC LII’s USG of Councils and Boards and is currently serving as NCSC LIII’s Secretary-General. We can’t wait to watch Caroline guide both NCSC and GUMUN to new heights, as her future on the team and on the circuit is looking ever so bright.
Christina Mueller
University of California, Berkeley
A third-year Political Science student, Christina guided UCBMUN through one of its most challenging years as the organization’s president. Under her steady leadership, the team earned a plethora of awards, and Christina herself shattered her gavel curse by earning her first two gavels – once at BarMUN and once again at HNMUN – two of the toughest conferences on the circuit. An electric speaker with flawless delivery and a Parli Pro expert, Christina chaired UCBMUN’s giant ILO committee, while setting the bar high for every speech our team aspired to deliver. Beyond individual accolades, Christina forged an enduring, collaborative club culture – one that empowers every delegate to develop and thrive. Off the circuit, Christina balances Model UN with teaching for Teach For America, bringing the same passion and mentorship to her students that she brings to our club. Known for her tireless work ethic, she’s the steady hand you call in a crisis and the inspiration behind one of our strongest delegations. This summer, she’ll retire from her presidency in Paris – but we all know UCBMUN wouldn’t hesitate to welcome her back in a heartbeat if she chose to run again.
Emma Wong
Georgetown University
Known for her patterned wrap dresses, sky-high heels, and the widest Model UN range on the circuit, Emma Wong has spent the past four years being the absolute pride and joy of Georgetown University Model United Nations (GUMUN). This past year, Emma served as GUMUN’s Conferences Coordinator and Head Delegate. Throughout her time in university and the twenty-five conferences she attended, Emma gaveled nearly every type of committee the circuit had to offer, from double-delegate GAs to classic crisis and UNSC hybrid committees. After winning eight gavels this year at MUNE, BarMUN, UPMUNC, McMUN, HNMUN, VICS, &MUN, and ChoMUN, she broke the GUMUN team record with a career total of twelve gavels and likely set the circuit record for most gavels won in a single year. But what makes Emma special isn’t just her ability to succeed as an individual; it’s her ability to lead others to success as well. Under her leadership, GUMUN won six delegation awards at MUNE, UPMUNC, CIAC, VICS, &MUN, and ChoMUN. Throughout her years of leadership, Emma worked to make GUMUN a more welcoming, supportive, and inclusive place. She is always willing to be there for others, whether it’s checking in with them after committee or helping put an iconic “GUMUN 4EVER” tattoo on their forehead before a conference social. When she’s not competing, Emma can be found on the other side of the dais. She chaired NCSC’s UNSC this past year, after chairing NCSC’s inaugural Ad-Hoc General Assembly the year before. The entire Georgetown University Model United Nations community could not be more proud of and grateful to Emma, and we look forward to watching her succeed in her next chapter.
Faith Farley
George Washington University
Faith Farley is the kind of leader that gets the job done. Whether she’s dominating every UNSC or ADHOC committee she steps into or stepping up to grind through a brutal four-week, back-to-back conference schedule, Faith has always put her team first. Her dedication over the past three years has made an unforgettable impact on GW’s MUN team, both on and off the competitive circuit.
Faith’s commitment goes far beyond winning awards. She’s always willing to help freshmen prep for conferences and is the first to stay late after meetings to hear more about improving the team. She’s not just someone you go to for feedback on arc or directive writing— she’s someone people turn to for real advice, mentorship, and genuine support when it matters most. Faith has never thrown away her shot to lift others up and lead by example.
Through her leadership, Faith has set a standard of excellence, compassion, and resilience that will continue to shape this team long after her time here. Her presence and leadership on the circuit have made a significant impact, gavelling almost every committee she’s been in and ending the year with a CHOMUN UNSC gavel, no less! Faith is a role model, a mentor, and a true cornerstone of this team’s spirit. She loves the team like no other, and will always be considered a friend for life, we love you Jaith Jarley… I meant Faith Farley<3.
Jason Salguero
Florida International University
Are they a muppet or a man? Although many questions surround this mysterious figure, one thing we DO know about Jason is their profound impact on both the circuit and the FIU Model UN Team. Feminist literature in one hand and masterful clauses in the other, Jason dominated their time on the circuit with finesse and poise. Committee with Jason is special. It’s one with fierce speeches, a fiery Q&A, and a game of sticky note tic-tac-toe to lighten the mood after a tense unmod. In their time on the circuit, they spent it de-dollarizing single-del GAs, never blanking in a UNSC (which to them, is technically a dual-del GA), and picking up the 2-notepad system in Crisis committees to show true dynamism as a delegate–and in all these roles, Jason showcased the grit, strength, and awarding-prowess an FIU panther always embodies. Jason isn’t just an awarding delegate, though. Their tenure as head delegate demonstrated a true leader through and through. Debrief in their room filled with takeout and good vibes that would last until 2am, this team knows Jason always dedicated themself to our overall success, ultimately leading the FIU Model UN Team to a fantastic year culminating in an amazing FIVE delegation awards for our team. Beyond the circuit, Jason also served as Secretary-General of FIMUN 36, FIU’s high school conference. They’ve given their blood, sweat, and tears, and we’re all the more grateful for it. And even when the circuit fears their Author’s Panel questions, the one we’re always happy to answer with a resounding yes is, “…sweet treat?”
Katie Thurman
University of San Francisco
An icon. A legend. The moment. This is the way Katie Thurman’s friends describe her. Whether you’ve interacted with Katie once or a dozen times, she is an invariable delight to compete and kiki with. Katie has explored almost every type of committee over the past four years, including the infamous ChoMUN double-del GA, not-so-traditional crises like the UCBMUN Beverly Hills Homeowners Association, and the LAMUN Ad Hoc. She served as president this year, and vice president to frequent double del and good friend Yja Cummings last year. She holds the record for highest career points in the school’s history, and as head delegate has helped the small team secure a spot in the Top 75 for the past two years, after going unranked prior. A skill not many delegates have, Katie serves in committee just as often as out of it, infamous for her Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve, and Talent. Her team knows her best for her fantastic film photos (check out @kthurpics) and her fun loving attitude working in San Francisco’s Castro District. KThur, as she is affectionately known, will be greatly missed by teammates and circuit friends alike. Good luck with those summer classes girl!
Koushik Ramakrishnan
University of Georgia
UGAMUN’s Head Delegate of Training (and our resident Dragon) Kris has scorched the competition on the circuit with his legendary Ad-Hoc performances, earning gavels at competitive conferences where only the bravest delegates survive.
But Kris isn’t just an amazing MUN competitor; he’s the kind of leader who brings out the best in every delegate he trains. Whether you’re a nervous freshman or a returning member, he somehow knows exactly how to push you just the right amount — sometimes with encouragement, sometimes with Chipotle analogies, and sometimes just by belting out Titanium with zero hesitation and full vocal commitment.
As the architect of UGAMUN’s training program, Kris took a team with potential and forged a competitive force, built on passion, grit, and a seemingly endless supply of wildly creative crisis arcs. Throughout his time on UGAMUN’s Secretariat, Kris didn’t just train delegates, he empowered them to find their voice and step into every room with confidence. He leads not just with strategy, but with empathy, loyalty, and the kind of integrity that can’t be taught in a training doc.
Kris is now off to conquer D.C. — a city we’re not sure is ready for the Dragon. UGAMUN won’t be the same without him, and we already miss the adrenaline rush of watching him walk into a crisis room roughly 10 minutes after demolishing a 5-stack of buttermilk pancakes. Thank you, Kris, for showing us what it looks like to lead with both excellence and heart. Your presence raised the bar for everyone around you, and your impact will be felt long after you graduate. We can’t wait to see where this next chapter takes you!!!
Maria Zen-Baxter
McGill University
Maria Zen-Baxter is a third-year at McGill, studying political science like many in MUN, but it is safe to say that McGill would be a very different team if it were not for our fearless leader and Head Delegate. After excelling as Director of Crisis last year, her transition to Head Delegate was a natural next step, one she embraced with her characteristic drive and dedication. From spending hours in the library, working with every single delegate on perfecting their crisis arc at ‘croffice’ hours, mentoring and guiding her Team Council, and being our favourite fake redhead, one could almost forget that Maria is an outstanding delegate herself. This year, her circuit highlights included competing in her first ad hoc, her first double del, her first (and the circuit’s first) double del ad hoc, and breaking the only record we can find for number of gavels on our team. Additionally, she acted as a crisis director for both our high school conference, SSUNS, and McMUN with great aplomb. We are so incredibly grateful for her leadership, tireless dedication, and extraordinary competence. Enjoy your retirement (as IRSAM President), M Aria!
Nico Mendez
University of Florida
You’ve seen the capybaras. On the Model United Nations circuit you would be hard pressed to find somebody as capable and creative as Nicolas Mendez Arango, or Nico. A rising senior, Nico has competed across the circuit and has transferred his wealth of experience, creativity, and leadership into his directorship. Having directed committees at conferences across Florida, Nico never ceases to provide his delegates with unique, creative, and fun committee ideas. , as anyone who has had the privilege of competing in one of Nico’s committees will attest, Nico is both insanely funny and through his updates capable of facilitating meaningful debate regardless of the subject matter. Those that have met him know that he loves challenges, as not only is he double majoring in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering while Minoring in Physics and Mathematics, but he also spent this year serving as the president of UF’s Model United Nations team, illustrating his passion even though he’s not studying a field that relates to it. As such, you shouldn’t expect Nico to stop competing or directing anytime soon, keeping us engaged with his funny ideas and stories in the process.
Riley Bryant
New York University
Riley is a graduating senior double majoring in International Relations and Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. After 10 years doing Model UN and a near-perfect collegiate conference record, we are excited to wish her off to graduate school at Johns Hopkins SAIS!
Senthil Meyyappan
Boston University
Senthil Meyyappan is a graduating senior at BU, studying International Relations, Political Science, and Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights studies. If you think his majors are a mouthful, try counting the committees he’s gaveled. Following a successful reign as Co-Head Delegate of MUN@BU, Senthil served as the President of BU’s International Affairs Association and the Director General of BosMUN, their high school conference. When he’s not drafting resolutions or speaking very loudly, he’s still thinking about MUN. If belting Sabrina Carpenter at socials wasn’t an indicator, Senthil loved to work hard and play hard, a mantra he’s brought to his team. Not only has he had a huge impact on MUN@BU, he’s also had a large impact on the circuit! We are going to miss Senthil as he goes to law school, but if his ability to persuade people to give him Q&A can translate to persuading a jury, we all know who to call if we get in legal trouble.
Tara Ganguly
University of California, Los Angeles
There is no one on earth who loves MUN as much as Tara Ganguly. She is not only a powerhouse in committee, but a mentor to anyone who needs her. She stays up late helping new crisis dels plan their arcs and is always eager to offer words of advice or encouragement. Tara is driven not only by her immense and almost scary passion for the activity, but also by her incredible heart. She cares deeply about every person she meets, from freshmen joining the UCLA team to delegates in her many ad hoc committees. She makes detailed slideshows to train her staff and pours more of herself into MUN than anyone else I know. Part of the reason Tara has been so successful is her willingness to connect deeply and genuinely with others and forge long lasting friendships on the circuit. Even in her silliest moments, doing her shrimp or Elmo impressions, all who interact with Tara get the sense that they really matter. No one is harder working or more deserving than she is.
Vihaan Ambre
Virginia Tech
Vihaan is a recent Computer Science grad from Virginia Tech, but you wouldn’t be able to tell because the minute he steps into committee, he abandons his CS major social skills to become an absolute force on the circuit. Since joining his Freshman year, Vihaan has been a driving force in VTMUN’s growth and success over the last 4 years. Under his Presidency, VTMUN has hosted its first 3 of (hopefully) many conferences, including its inaugural collegiate MUN conference, BIRDMUNC I, where he served as USG-Committees and UDG-Technology, while simultaneously running the Ad-Hoc.
Over the years, Vihaan has fostered an environment of confidence, passion, and principle at VTMUN and across the Southern circuit. Vihaan has always provided croissants, donuts, energy drinks, what have you, on conference mornings… while still finishing his homework last minute at the Red Roof Inn. The dedication to his team has shone through his competitive record. Some even label him as the “Crisis King of the South”, with awards in ad-hocs, UNSC, and more, there’s really no committee that’s out of his ballpark.
Outside of MUN, Vihaan was also active at Virginia Tech Mock Trial, and enjoys baking and cooking (sometimes for MUN@VT fundraisers). After graduation, Vihaan plans to go to law school after some time at IBM. Him and his Blue Hawaiian shirt at closings will be missed dearly! Vihaan, you are the backbone of Model United Nations at Virginia Tech and we will always appreciate how much love you have put into the team.
Wretam Purkayastha
George Washington University
Wretam Purkayastha joined the team last year and quickly stood out as a dedicated and dependable delegate! He truly has a passion for mun and brings that energy into everything he does whether it’s teaching cadets or competing on the circuit. If you competed in an adhoc this past year, you’ve definitely seen Wretam there since he’s stuck in ad hoc jail. He is GWMUN’s crisis guru and is constantly teaching the cadets all of the crisis tips and tricks. If you run into him on a conference, he has his Saratoga Springs water bottle ready and will definitely make a cringy speech using it as a prop. In all seriousness Wretam is the team’s heart and his fun energy is contagious. Wretam is the best vice head delegate GWMUN could ever have!! We are so proud of all he accomplished this year and can’t wait to see what he does next year as vice head delegate again!! GWMUN loves you Wretam and is incredibly lucky to have you!!
COLLEGE MODEL UN ALL-STAR TEAM (SECOND TEAM)
Anna Falcone
University of Chicago
As somebody who previously worked at a canine sanctuary, Anna Christina Halligan Falcone truly embodies what it means to be a sigma wolf. Her unique style of leadership — sincere, serene, and self-assured — has led her to shine not only as a delegate on the circuit, but also as one of the Co-Presidents of the UChicago team this year. Her presence on the circuit is unparalleled, from her skills as a delegate (a triple-gavel streak to start off the year!) to being a mentor figure not only for the team but also for delegates across the circuit. This isn’t even to mention Anna’s generational performance as Mayor Michael in chairing (and crisis directing!) ChoMUN’s flagship committee, the Ad Hoc of the Secretary-General, this year. Her leadership has helped train the next generation of UChicago delegates, teaching not just the skills of Model UN but also the je ne sais quoi of aura. As somebody who has put in so much of themselves to making both UChicago and the Model UN circuit great, Anna will be sorely missed next year, by the team and by the many people on the circuit who love her. Enjoy the glue factory!
Becca Golden
University of Georgia
The queen of the gavel, Becca Golden is a rising fourth-year at UGA majoring in Environmental Economics and Management with a minor in Environmental Law and Urban Planning. She has competed in Model UN for three years while making friends (and getting awards) all across the circuit. As busy as she is with MUN, you can also find her playing volleyball with friends, hiking, and attending concerts. She will happily give you some song recommendations by Hozier, the Brummies, and Megan Thee Stallion if you’re ever in need. Despite her rigorous commitment to the team this past year, she’s taking a slight step back from traveling across the circuit. Regardless, This means she will be more ready than ever to get that gavel when the time comes! Don’t be worried if she wants to JPD Marry you by the way, she promises it’s just for fun. We are incredibly lucky to have Becca on our team and can’t wait to see everything she will do this year!
Connor Larson
Fordham University
Connor Larson is a graduating Senior from Fordham University, studying International Political Economy. He served as FUMUN’s President this Spring, leading the club to their best year in team history and helping them earn four delegation awards along the way. Despite only joining the team as a second semester sophomore, he has played a major role in Fordham’s sharp rise on the circuit. As a delegate, Connor had a slow start to his junior year, but after learning everything he possibly could about crisis committees he never looked back, finishing his career with seven consecutive awards and retiring as FUMUN’s all-time leading scorer. Connor’s own performances as a delegate, contributions as an E-Board member, and his ambitious vision for Fordham’s team has cemented him as a FUMUN legend. His club leadership has been an example to follow for new members and carried a particular degree of professionalism, all while relentlessly making MUN puns, NBA analogies, and analyzing circuit results. Perhaps the story that can best describe him is after earning a gavel, he simply claimed “job’s not finished” only to gavel once again 6 days later at the following conference. FUMUN will miss Connor’s presence on the team, but are excited to see what he will accomplish in the future. After graduation, Connor will be staying in New York, pursuing his passion for International Affairs by working full time at the Council on Foreign Relations.
Diego Balda
University of Miami
Diego Balda, a junior at the University of Miami studying biomedical engineering, brings the warmth of his hometown Caracas, Venezuela along with distinctive sass and humor that have become his trademark. Known for quick wit and hilarious remarks that win over even the most serious committees, Diego has earned gavels from elite conferences including BARMUN, McMUN, HNMUN, LAMUN, and CHOMUN. With a record-setting 4.14 ratio this year, the highest average in club history, Diego has proven himself a formidable competitor in any committee room. The JCC warrior is instantly recognizable by his leather jacket, sunglasses, and White Monster as he transforms crisis committees with creative narrative arcs that impress chairs, crisis directors, and fellow delegates alike. While balancing responsibilities including his research and administrative position at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine & Jackson Memorial Hospital, Diego has become well-known for mentoring newer team members with supportive yet sassy feedback crucial to their development. Before important sessions, you’ll find him rallying the Miami delegation with his go-to hype track, “Nosebleeds” by Doechii, setting the perfect tone for success. As Miami’s incoming Head Delegate, Diego balances competitive edge with genuine care for the team’s growth. His strategic brilliance continues to elevate Miami’s standing in the Model UN community. The team looks forward to seeing how his leadership will shape their future success, though they may need to stock up on caffeinated drinks to keep pace with their energetic new leader.
Drishti Gupta
University of California, Berkeley
As a fourth-year Data Science major, Drishti led UCBMUN’s General Assembly delegates with unmatched poise and power. As our beloved GA Head Delegate, Drishti consistently stood out for her sharp bloc analysis, poised speech delivery, and commanding presence, earning accolades at conferences like BARMUN, HNMUN, and LAMUN — where she competed in huge double-delegate committees not once, but three times over the academic year. Known for her triple-merge finesse and unshakeable argumentation, Drishti is the kind of delegate who captures the respect — and often the support — of everyone in the room. This year, she chaired UCBMUN’s Ad-Hoc of the Director-General, a high-stakes committee that challenged delegates by splitting them from their original partners and reassigning them to new ones, forcing delegates out of their comfort zones. But beyond awards and committee inventiveness, Drishti has helped cultivate a club culture that promotes confidence and collaboration, mentoring countless new members and proving that GA is, in fact, enjoyable. After graduating, she will be heading to San Diego to begin her next chapter as a software engineer at Apple – but her impact on the team will continue to shape UCBMUN for years to come.
Hanan Levis Betancourt
University of Florida
Known to many as the “hella fine Puerto Rican man” on UF Model UN’s roster, Hanan has been an unstoppable force throughout his senior year. With three more gavels earned this season—bringing his total to seven—Hanan’s competitive record speaks for itself. But what truly sets him apart is not just his own success, but the success he’s cultivated in others.
As Crisis Head of Member Development, Hanan transformed the way UF MUN trains and prepares for conferences. His innovative approach helped lead the team to its first Top 10 national ranking, and his mentorship has directly inspired dozens of delegates to travel and compete at the highest level. His dedication has created a space where new members feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to grow.
Hanan is more than a delegate—he’s a mentor, a leader, and the heart of our traveling team. Whether running late-night debriefs into the early morning or sharing a laugh during long conference weekends, he brings warmth, humor, and unwavering support to everything he does. Traveling with Hanan is always such a privilege and the energy he brings every conference is one of a kind.
His legacy at UF MUN is one of excellence, compassion, and community. Hanan is the kind of leader who leaves no one behind—and like the plates of those who travel with him, no one’s heart untouched. His goofy moments, heartfelt conversations, and excitement he shares with others in their success are the highlight of every conference with him. Hanan’s impact will stay with our team and the rest of the circuit for many years to come, and he is the type of delegate we all aspire to be.
Hayden Dunson
New York University
Hailing from Austin, Texas, Hayden Dunson is a senior majoring in Public Policy at NYU Wagner. His knowledge of policies extends not only to the classroom, but is also applied throughout his life – especially within his incredible MUN strategies.
The brightest stars burn the fastest. And although Hayden started his Model UN career in seventh grade, NYUMUN was only blessed with his presence last year. However even though he has only competed as a delegate this year Hayden has attended 6 conferences and achieved a realm of spectacular results. He gaveled twice at CIAC and CMUNNY, and awarded at the UCBMUN JCC. In a brief stint as head delegate, Hayden led NYU’s team in winning Outstanding Small Delegation in CIAC. Even when representing a brutal gang leader or a greedy oil tycoon, Hayden’s charming personality compels those around to working with him. Hayden excels in the intersection of Model UN and History, and kicks ass in committees set in the 20th century.
Hayden is also a prominent figure within the NYUMUN conference branches and has served as our USG of Staff Affairs at NYUMUNC 16, the Chair of UNHRC at EmpireMUNC XI, and the Chair of Cory Aquino at NYUMUNC 15. He is always the most energetic and upbeat person in any room and his presence will be greatly missed when he graduates this year. Whether it’s no longer hearing him belt Frank Sinatra at ungodly hours, lamenting the never-ending losses Dallas teams face or genuinely listening to your troubles with an open mind, Hayden carries the authentic personality and approachability all great MUN delegates should aspire to have, and all of us at NYU are so proud of his journey and where he will go.
Jenna Burtch
University of Maryland
Jenna is a senior at the University of Maryland, College Park graduating this spring with a B.A. in Government & Politics as well as a B.A. in Communications and a minor in rhetoric. A life long Marylander, Jenna has been involved in Model UN for nearly 8 years and has seen Maryland Model United Nations through its many phases and many many name changes. First serving as the USG of Media and Technology her freshman year, Jenna has fought tooth and nail to support UMDMUN’s efforts of building back its travel team and high school conference after suffering losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Later serving as the Director General, Secretary General, and now Co-President of UMDMUN alongside her partner in crime, Isra Qadri, Jenna has had the opportunity to build UMDMUN into the blossoming program it is today with the best and brightest freshman and sophomore classes in program history. While her performance on the circuit was questionable to begin with, starting her tenure at a time when we still debated in masks, Jenna has spent the last four year cultivating a record of 3 delegation awards with UMDMUN and a reputation on the circuit of kendrick lamar hooks, raising several iconic leaders from the dead, and always sporting a pink samba to boot.
The world of the collegiate model un circuit has been a home away from home for Jenna the past four years and has provided her some of the best friends and memories a girl could ask for. As her time with UMDMUN and the North American circuit draws to a close, Jenna couldn’t be more grateful to those who have made these past four years nothing but extraordinary. Jenna would like to thank her UMDMUN predecessors for seeing the potential in her and providing so many opportunities for growth, her fellow graduating seniors on the circuit for sticking around and putting up with a LOT of shenanigans the past four years, and the youngins of UMDMUN for taking the reigns and continuing the work of loving and supporting a program that has always supported her.
Lori Garavartanian
University of California, Los Angeles
A constant positive presence, immense GA prowess, and an affinity to eating ice, are some of the few ways we can describe Lori Garavartanian. Our undisputed double delegate G.O.A.T, if you have ever competed with Lori you will have seen her undying smile and her amazing speeches. This year Lori decided to take on one of the most burdensome tasks of all time, being both a head delegate and our Secretary-General for LAMUN XX. She not only completed those roles but excelled in them, leading our team to a record high conferences and running the circuits most loved, and competitive conference at a brand new-hotel. This just speaks to Lori’s grit, passion, and unwavering energy that she has for MUN. But where Lori’s skills are truly exemplified is in her ability to connect and make everyone feel comfortable around her. From helping to set up the first of many MUN Athletic Competitions to bringing our team closer to so many other teams, her warm presence is not only felt within MUN at UCLA but across every club she has interacted with. While Lori is graduating and pursuing a further education at USC Law (I know, I know), no matter which tier she ends up at we know that she will make everyone around her better. We will miss you so much Lori and your impact on our club will be felt for generations to come.
Mason Carlucci
Boston University
Mason Carlucci is the crisis backbone of MUN@BU. Though he was busy all year coding for Data Science major and serving as Secretary-General for BosMUN, BU’s high school conference, he still found time to compete 6 times, including at McMUN the weekend right before BosMUN!! He likes to claim otherwise, but Mason is a MUN kid at heart who hates touching grass, and while he might not study IR or Political Science, he enjoys every opportunity to do Model UN. This season, Mason tore up the crisis circuit in a diverse array of committees, from sports committees to JCCs and from Ad Hocs to historical committees. The whole team is so proud of our favorite Italian-Polish goofball and we can’t wait to see what further carnage he brings to the circuit next year.
Mathilde Hebras
University of California, Los Angeles
You may know Mathilde as the legendary Zombie Joe Biden or recognize her as LAMUN’s fantastic USG of crisis; we know her as one of our team’s most dedicated and inspiring members. Whether she is cooking up an insane backroom arc or forging forever friendships in front room, she has made a lasting impression as a force on the circuit known to bring joy to every room she walks into – while probably wearing her iconic red heels. If we had to describe Mathilde in one word, it would be caring, as she is always taking time out of her day to mentor new members and share her love of MUN with the world. From late-night prep sessions to Pitbull dance parties, Mathilde has helped foster a welcoming and fun environment that everyone wants to be a part of. When she was not spending her weekends traveling to conferences, you could often find her working tirelessly as the USG of LAMUN XX, reading a good book, and rating all the best coffee shops in LA. You can’t spell Mathilde without MUN (ok, maybe you can), but spelling aside, MUN at UCLA and this circuit would not be whole without her. We know she will continue to be a circuit superstar next year, and we can’t wait to see what she has in store!
Phoebe Chambers
Georgetown University
Whether she’s top paging in-room or writing the most creative and killer back-room arcs, Phoebe Chambers has established herself as one of the most dynamic and beloved figures on the Georgetown University Model United Nations team (GUMUN) and across the circuit. Over the past four years and 19 conferences, Phoebe has built a national reputation as one of the most versatile and impactful delegates, mastering GA, crisis, and hybrid committees with unmatched skill. This past year alone as GUMUN’s Deputy of Training, she awarded at all six conferences she attended. Throughout her impressive career, Phoebe won three gavels in some of the circuit’s most difficult committees, including CMUNNY, the notorious BARMUN Ad Hoc, and the HNMUN UNSC. As the leader of GUMUN’s CIAC delegation, she brought the team to a triumphant Best Small Delegation award. But Phoebe’s contributions extend far beyond her competitive prowess. A natural born storyteller, Phoebe is always ready to share a hilarious or heartfelt anecdote at a moment’s notice, whether during midnight Cookout runs or at VICS closing ceremonies (where she also, notably, lost her shoe, twice!). Phoebe’s commitment to the team this year has been tireless. She is the first to volunteer for logistical tasks and somehow always has a mini stapler and moral support on hand to help out our team members. Phoebe has also staffed NCSC and NAIMUN all four years, most recently serving as the crisis manager of the UNSC at both conferences. Her chaotic good energy and endless generosity have made her a beloved cornerstone of GUMUN’s culture. Phoebe’s impact on the circuit is immeasurable and delegates across the country will miss her!
Raghu Kommalapaty
University of California, Los Angeles
Like a (little shining) star in the night sky, Raghu Kommalapaty is a name that adds a layer of aura to this already-studded list. Weathering red-eye flights and a game-day injury, he served as UCLA MUN’s Director of Training with distinction, making his way to nearly ten conferences where he not only led and trained our team but also served as the life of the party. We could argue that what makes him special and earned him his place on this list is his numerous awards and gavels—and, mind you, he has quite a few—or the amazing and successful committees he has run over the years or the outstanding leadership he has showcased on the daily. However, what truly earned him his place here is his outgoing nature and inherent kindness. His ability to socialize and charm makes even the most antisocial of us feel like we have known him for ages. He can walk into any committee room and suddenly be friends with everyone. Outside of arguing to get on author’s panel, he is the kindest person you will ever meet and always helps a friend in need. As a big softie—even though he denies it—Raghu always lends an ear for any problems you might have and gives excellent advice. As he graduates from the top public school in the country with a degree in Economics, he will leave a larger-than-life void on our team and on the circuit. Wherever he goes post-college (i.e Boston) and whatever he does, he will excel; hopefully by then, he will have regained feeling in his toes.
Samaranjay Goyal
University of Miami
Samaranjay Goyal is an Economics and Math major and from Columbia, MO. He started mun in 2021. After four years and 10 awards, while gaveling in both GA and Crisis, Samaranjay Goyal learned that nothing in life is harder than a double del GA. He is proud of all the work he has put into this activity, but more importantly, he is proud of the friends he made along the way. Nothing can compare to his speeches, graphic t shirts, aviators, and everyone knows his legacy will forever live on. He has empowered the Umiami team to achieve new heights, both through his leadership and friendship, pushing others to be their best version of themselves. His hard work and influence has shown as this has been one of the most successful years of Umiami Model UN history. He will forever miss the UMiami model UN team and the rest of the people on the circuit that he had the pleasure of working with. After graduation he will be working in tech consulting in Minneapolis while thinking about the great times he had with his MUN friends. GO CANES!
Tim Lu
University of Chicago
Can we get a standing ovation for Timothy Lu? You can say that again. If you’ve ever been around him, you have probably picked up one of the 50 brain rot quotes he has infected not just the team, but also the circuit with, which is all just evidence of how impactful Tim is to those around him. While a GA del at heart (only ever having gaveled or earned an outstanding in single del GAs!), Tim has been a force on the GA, crisis, and UNSC circuits throughout the year. Stepping into a new role as a vice-president of the UChicago Team this year, he has demonstrated his ability as a compassionate leader, kind friend, and best delegate. We are all so excited for him to be President of the Team next year and are so proud of all that he has accomplished so far and are excited for the places he will take the team in the upcoming year. Have fun next year Tim!
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Amerah Abderrazzaq
Boston University
Amerah Abderazzaq is a rising MUN@BU senior studying International Relations and Economics. As the solo head delegate of Boston University, Amerah not only led the team to its highest fall ranking, but also simultaneously led their return to UNSC committees. Amerah competes at a high level in both crisis and specialized committees. She’s quick to remind you she only started competing in her sophomore year, and since then has competed 13 times and led BU’s team in points during her head-delegate tenure. Amerah also twice served on the secretariat for BosMUN, BU’s high school conference, where she competed as a delegate in high school. When she’s not in Latin-American committees, she’s doing paint-by-numbers and wearing pink. She’s the hardest worker on MUN@BU and an outstanding delegate.
Anderson Korman
American University
Anderson “What’s up big dog” Korman is a rising Senior from Milton, Massachusetts majoring in International Studies. Throughout his time on American University Model United Nations, he has been a respected competitor, mentor, and most of all, friend. Anderson is a pillar of the AUMUN team, organizing team-bonding events as AUMUN social chair while serving as Vice President of The American University International Relations Society this year. While Anderson has been successful in every committee type, he has become AU’s de-facto single-del GA delegate and holds AU’s general assembly gavel record.
Outside of the circuit, Anderson has spent time interning for the US Department of State and the House of Representatives while cheering on his NBA champion Boston Celtics. Next semester he will be taking a much-needed break from DC and MUN to study abroad at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (but mostly travel around Southeast Asia). We are excited to see how much he will accomplish after graduating, but he still has one semester of MUN left! Most importantly; remember that sailors never mutiny.
Angie Zuleta
Florida International University
As Angie’s favorite band bôa sings, “the thinking takes too much time,” which she took to each committee this year, dazzling delegates with her hilariously witty, off the cuff speeches. In just her second year on the circuit, and first as FIU’s Head Delegate, Angie found herself racking up awards in just about every type of committee imaginable. From her beloved crises (from which she earned quite a few gavels), to the ChoMUN UNSC, and even the dual-delegate Ad-Hoc GA at UNCMUNC, her skills truly know no bounds. In the upcoming year, she will be translating all of this success and her seven years of competitive Model UN experience into FIMUN 38 as Secretary-General, hoping to make it the biggest and best high school conference in Florida! Outside of her competitive and leadership functions, Angie is beloved amongst the FIU team, and you can often find her chatting it up with newer members or embarking on a journey to the campus convenience store for cookies with whoever will tag along. On top of it all, she somehow finds a way to be a standout student and professional, triple majoring in International Relations, Philosophy, and Political Science, and interning for state senator Alexis Calatayud! We know she will continue to make waves inside and out of MUN, and could not be more proud of her accomplishments.
Archer Amon
Florida International University
Of the few things AI could never recreate, Archer Amon is one of them. This high-performing and high-achieving individual has managed to snag three whole majors in their repertoire. This summer he’ll be graduating as a Computer Science, International Relations, and Political Science major and prepare himself to take on the challenges life has in store with him beyond college. With a dazzling depth of knowledge this delegate has taken the circuit by storm this year. With a go-getter mindset Archer has clawed his way to three gavels in a variety of different committees. Truly a well-rounded delegate, he knows how to lead a room with ease and leave those competing against him amazed by his knowledge and prowess. From the chilly city of Montreal to the bustling noise of New York, Archer has consistently decimated the competition in every room he’s stepped in, showing that he has the skill to do all types of committees. No matter where he’s put Archer seems to facilitate a space where everyone can comfortably participate, making him one of FIU’s most prized delegates!
Ayisha Hilal 
McGill University
Ayisha is a graduating senior studying Political Science, International Development Studies, and Economics at McGill. She has been a member of our team since the beginning of her freshman year, and over that time has left an indelible legacy in this organization, despite her constant claims that she was going to imminently quit. She has served as the Deputy in charge of GAs & ECOSOCs and as USG Committees for McGill’s high school conference, SSUNS, staffed McMUN for four years, and served as the VP Internal of our parent organization, IRSAM, in her senior year. Ayisha will be remembered for scaring our freshman delegates with MUN horror stories, showing up to practice simulations a minimum of a half hour late (but still being there, as she’ll remind you), and pulling late (semi-productive) nights in the library. She’s also known on our team and on the circuit as a brilliant and inimitable GA delegate, with an unparalleled knack for social strategy, a natural capacity for leadership, and an bright and passionate presence in every committee she’s been in. Ayisha has acted as a mentor, a leader, and a devoted friend to so many of us on this team, and although it will not be the same without her, her legacy will live on for a long time to come. It’s with heavy hearts and a lot of love that we say goodbye to her, but we are so excited to see her spread her light to the world, especially in any upcoming sprint triathlons or seasons of Survivor.
Courtney Daniels
Fordham University
Whether you’ve read her page-long funding clauses or have seen her iconic bedazzled flag heels, you’ve heard of Courtney Daniels. A rising Junior at Fordham University majoring in International Political Economy, Courtney joined FUMUN last season and hasn’t slowed down, defending her titles as the team’s highest-scoring female delegate and as an All Star for the second consecutive year. As interim Head Delegate Courtney led FUMUN to 2 of the team’s 4 delegation awards during the 2024-2025 season, though her leadership extends to her role as Director of General Assembly Training, where she passes on her unforgettable speech hooks. Courtney’s continued dedication is inspiring, and her skill is evidenced by the awards she’s collected, including a gavel in UCBMUN’s double-delegate ILO alongside fellow All Star Shane Maher.
Be it during trainings, unforeseen travel chaos, or on the way to class, ‘court-daniels,’ as she is fondly known to FUMUN, is always willing to go above and beyond for the team (unless you need help with your crisis arc) with her “eat, sleep, and breathe MUN” mentality. Whether giving a pre-committee pep talk, retaining decorum while ‘chairing’ team debriefs, or reminding us that one bad speech doesn’t mean it’s over, Courtney’s compassion, tenacity, and role as a GA powerhouse has paved the way for FUMUN’s historic success as a two-time Top 25 team. In just two years Courtney has left a lasting mark on the circuit, cementing herself as one of the most impactful delegates in FUMUN history, and we are proud to call her a teammate, an All Star, and our friend. As she reminds everyone at every conference, “It’s never over,” and we are excited to see her continue her streak of excellence on the circuit and beyond.
Cris Rodriguez
University of Florida
Cristina Rodriguez, known to her friends as Cris, is a senior public relations major at the University of Florida. As the Secretary-General of the most successful SunMUN iteration to date, and UF’s most consistent awardee, Cris has truly cemented herself as an unforgettable member of the circuit. Cris has done MUN since she was in middle school, and had only competed in crisis rooms until her sophomore year in college, when she won a Diplomacy Award in her first GA. Two years later, Cris has placed in some of the most difficult GA rooms, and is one of the few members on her team that have placed in both crisis and GA committees. Cris is also UF’s most seasoned Press Corps delegate, placing in three committees of that style. This year, she won four awards, including her second LAMUN Press Corps gavel in a row. She is a prime example of what a UF delegate looks like — kind, creative and persevering — and a presence that will be sorely missed by her team and the circuit. The various committees she has competed in have prepared her for a career in public interest communications, securing her an internship last summer with the World Wildlife Fund. Her caring spirit and integrity help her make an impact wherever she goes, and she is bound to be successful in her future endeavors.
Ellie White
American University
Ellie White is one of AU’s beloved graduating seniors, a former Head Delegate of the team, and is now going on to graduate school at John Hopkins University. The team could not be more proud of them and is happy to see her honored with her second election to the all stars team! After closing out a fantastic final season on the collegiate circuit, Ellie will be ending their term with what we like to call the “lucky number 13” gavels in total (breaking the AU record!). If you ever raised your brow at a zany shrimp arc (shoutout to the brine queen), the end of the world, or anything of an explosive nature…well, now you know who was responsible!
But Ellie’s accomplishments in life and on the circuit go beyond awards. Ellie has been a mentor to the entire team, and many other people on the circuit. There are not many people as patient, willing to teach, and kind-hearted as Ellie and the circuit and AUMUN is all the better for it. Now that Ellie is finally in her retirement era, we know she will achieve so much more.
After a 30 conference career, let it be known that there are only three things guaranteed in our lives: Death, taxes, and the same video game wives! Congratulations to Ellie on another amazing year, and we hope the circuit will continue to honor their legacy by playing an Ellie White classic at every conference: most heinous thing said or done!
Gavin Lorenzo 
University of Alabama
Gavin Lorenzo graduated from The University of Alabama after serving as the Head Delegate for the 2024-2025 year. He was drawn to MUN at UA’s Spring Get on Board Day when the Vice Head Delegate pointed him out from the crowd with a commanding “You. In the jacket, come here.” Only a week later, Gavin went to his first conference, asking pressing questions of the vampire world such as: “What’s a directive?”
From there, he began his meteoric rise from verbal to verbal, then gavel after gavel. Gavin finished his short time with Bama MUN with five gavels in only two years, including a gavel at NCSC 2024. He earned a record 3.5 points per conference ratio, and his imdominatable legacy is only reinforced as Bama MUN’s fearless leader, resident Buccee’s fiend, foe of the aux, and Red Roof extraordinaire.
Graduated but not forgotten, Gavin will forever be remembered as Bama MUN’s Sigmessiah of DAWGopoly, The Owl of The Hollywood Blacklist, and Birdman of the USS Nimitz. The Team wishes Gavin the best in all he goes on to do, and ROLL TIDE!
Giovanna Garcia
University of Miami
Gio is a rising senior at the University of Miami, double majoring in Public Advocacy and French on the pre-law track. Originally from Goiânia, Brazil, she has been an active member of the University of Miami’s Model UN team since her freshman year of college. As president this past season, Gio played a key role in leading the team through its most successful year to date, earning four delegation awards and securing the program’s first-ever spot in the Top 10 collegiate Model UN rankings.
Under her leadership, the team achieved new milestones, earning recognition at conferences where UMiami had never previously placed. Known for her thoughtful strategy, and synergy with co-head del Osei Allen, she gave consistent support for her teammates, helping position UMiami as a serious presence on the national circuit.
Whether she’s passionately delivering speeches in General Assembly, Gio brings a unique blend of charisma, intellect, and strategy to every committee she enters. She is known across the circuit not only for her strong presence in committee but also for her unwavering commitment to uplifting her teammates behind the scenes. Gio has earned awards at some of the most competitive conferences in North America, competing in 8 double delegate committees this season.
Outside committee Gio has been instrumental in building a stronger team culture. From organizing team meetings and mentoring new members to fostering a sense of belonging among delegates, she has contributed to both the competitive and community sides of UMiami’s program.
As she enters her final year, Gio continues to be a leader within the team and a key figure in shaping its future. Her impact on the program, both competitively and culturally, has set a new standard for what’s possible at UMiami Model UN. We can’t wait to see everything she will achieve this year!
Harper Schwab
University of Chicago
As a wise person once put it, Harper is not just an excellent delegate, he’s an even better man. Leading the UChicago team as one of our Co-Presidents, Harper Wilcox Schwab (pretty slick last name, by the way) led not only in terms of mentorship to the UChicago team, but also in terms of the incredible kindness he embodies as a person. His warmth as a person and competence as a delegate were undoubtedly why his Kansas City Homeowners Association committee at ChoMUN was in such high demand! He is supportive, funny, and above all welcoming, and his leadership has been a big part of making the team so welcoming and inclusive. As a force and creative mind as a delegate and person, whether it’s been serving in Ad Hoc and UNSC jail, helping the team sketch out arcs, or getting up close to make sure that your bathroom floor is *squeaky* clean, if you need Harper, you can count on him. Harper will be sorely missed next year as a guiding presence on the circuit and for UChicago by all those whose lives he has touched, both at UChicago and on the broader circuit. Enjoy the glue factory!
Jacob Rose
University of Southern California
Jacob Rose is a now departed member of the MUNSC Team, and our former President. From the great city of Walla Walla, Washington (basically Seattle), Jacob has burned his name into the USC MUN history books as an iconic Ad Hoc delegate, new member trainer, party planner, and resident UNC of the team. Jacob has truly been a powerhouse of a delegate, gaveling on both coasts and setting an amazing example for the rest of the team. Whether he was coaching a younger crisis delegate or yapping behind the IR library desk, Jacob has been the “big brother” to the entire USC team. Serving as the Deputy-Secretary-General of TrojanMUN 2024, Jacob has been a pillar of the team, propping up the rest of the team as he went. MUNSC is changed for the better because of Jacob, and will be in perpetual mourning after his graduation. In the words of Jacob, more times than we can count, FIGHT ON!
Katelyn Gramza
University of Cincinnati
Katelyn is the Internal Vice President of the University of Cincinnati’s Model UN team and is graduating this year with a degree in International Affairs! A transfer student from Dayton, Ohio, she has made the most of her two years at UC—competing in and awarding in numerous General Assemblies across the circuit. Katelyn is especially passionate about the circular economy and digital governance, and is currently enjoying the challenge of learning French. Congratulations Katelyn!!
Kathy Cuellar
Florida International University
Wandering into the first GA simulation of the year, Kathy began her MUN journey as a freshman at FIU. Observably shaking during her first intro, it seemed like that was the last time Kathy was ever unsure of what to do in committee. Like a fish to water, Kathy very quickly became a powerhouse on the team, even within her first year. Fighting for – and winning– top page quickly became synonymous with Kathy’s name amongst fellow FIU dels. Simultaneously, she balances a major in International Relations and Political Science, with certificates in Latin American and Caribbean Studies and National Security Studies. Officially, Kathy will also be continuing her time on the team as our Crisis Training Director. Motivated, kind, and witty, she truly is a treasured friend and delegate on our team. Enthusiastically, we must say we love to have her on the team. We cannot wait to see what else she accomplishes in her last year on the circuit and far beyond. We love you, Kathy!
Kayla Bello 
University of Florida
Kayla is a rising junior at the University of Florida, characterized by her unparalleled dedication, authenticity, and competitive nature. To know Kayla is to respect & admire her; she has continuously served the UF Model UN team, simultaneously fulfilling the roles of USG of General Assemblies for SunMUN III and Director of Member Development for General Assemblies on the team’s executive board. Outside of Gainesville, Kayla has always been a star on the circuit, from gaveling at her very first collegiate conference to continuously maintaining a streak of awards that reflect her unmatched skill set. From regional to national conferences, her attention to detail and emphasis on genuine connections have solidified her place on the GA circuit as a beacon of diplomacy. Whether it is having floor time with her bloc between sessions, matching with her dual del, or bringing endlessly positive vibes to her team both at home and on the road, Kayla has already made an everlasting impact on those around her in just two years. As Kayla enters her next phase of her leadership journey as the newly appointed SunMUN IV Secretary General, her shining presence on the circuit will continue to connect UFMUN to the amazing teams and people she has met through MUN thus far. Kayla’s teammates and friends cannot wait to see what she will accomplish next, both on and off the circuit.
Maya Bielawski 
University of Miami
Maya Bielawski is a Spring 2025 graduate from the University of Miami with a 4.0 GPA and departmental honors in both her majors. Majoring in International Studies and Political Science, Maya brought her love of international politics and history into historical crisis committees across North America. Although she only began her MUN journey junior year, Maya quickly became one of the strongest female delegates on the Miami MUN team. Starting her career with a gavel, she has never blanked or placed lower than an honorable in any of the 7 conferences she has competed in. Maya dual-held executive board positions for the 2024-2025 year, serving as the executive chair of finance and Director General for 305MUN II. In addition to Model UN this year, she held two jobs, one teaching assistant position, one internship, and five additional executive board positions in other organizations on campus. She recently completed her honors thesis focusing on the implementation of the Rome Statute and the effectiveness of human rights law prosecuted by the International Criminal Court. As for the future, it’s in the air! Maya is a Fulbright Semi-Finalist waiting to hear back on whether she will move to Armenia for the next year. Whatever the future holds, she will certainly continue to be the queen of sidequests and pick up random hobbies along the way (surfing being the most recent one). She will always hold her circuit memories close to her heart. Go Canes!
Osei Allen
University of Miami
As an incoming senior at the University of Miami and one half of the now-retired “Momma and Papa” head del duo, Osei Allen is proud to have served as the “father” of the Miami Model United Nations team for the 2024-2025 season. Having staffed and/or competed in over thirty conferences since his freshman year of high school, Osei can say with utmost confidence that MUN @ UM is the greatest team he has ever had the pleasure of being a part of. Alongside his glorious co-president Gio Garcia, Osei is proud to have led the Miami MUN team to historic team-highs in gavels, points, and delegation awards this past year. However, if you know Osei (or have at least watched him unintentionally “body slam” his teammates during awards), you know that he loves and celebrates the accomplishments of his team far above his own. As a result, Osei attributes this first-ever All-Star selection and all subsequent successes to a co-president, E-Board, and general body of members that have truly redefined what it means to be a Miami Hurricane. Although Osei expects to remain relatively undisturbed post-retirement, you may see him dabbling in specialized (or dare he say, even crisis) committees here and there on the circuit next year.
Paige Leah Farber
Concordia University
Farber is a rising junior at Concordia University, pursing an honors degree in Linguistics. Being a person of many talents (figure skating, dancing, writing, art exhibits, debate, whatever you name, she has probably done it), she takes her impressive skill set with her into her Model United Nations career, having only been on the circuit for two years.
Ever since her first conference at CIAC XIV only a year ago, she has grown a love for crisis committees characterized by her signature crisis note style and all her tech-y arcs. Seven conferences and one too many heist committees later, she is no stranger to excellence with six individual awards and becoming a head delegate in her second year. From there, she has inspired delegates on the team with her countless hours brainstorming crazy crisis arcs and teaching people how to write (befitting of her major).
Shown by her dedication and talent, Paige has always given her best to compete for the Concordia External Delegation and this team is delighted to have had her serve as a head delegate. She has always been ambitious and driven and we know she will succeed with whatever she sets her mind on. She has a long career ahead of her both in MUN and in her life and we cannot wait to see where she goes!
Sabeeh Mirza
University of Southern California
Sabeeh Mirza, serving as President of USC Model United Nations, has led his team with a balance of strategy, style, and a little bit of chaos. Whether he was acting as our head delegate at conferences or individually counseling each member through difficult committee sessions, Sabeeh consistently uplifted the spirits and strengthened the quality of USC MUN. His resilience in committee can only be exemplified by the fact that even a broken toe couldn’t stop him; after injuring himself at a conference, he still showed up to every single committee session, limping his way through debate with his unmatched determination and iconic opening lines for his speeches. His energy through it all reminded everyone around him what true dedication looks like—proving that even when the pressure’s on (and the toe is broken), Sabeeh shows up, gives his all, and inspires the rest of us to do the same. Sabeeh embodies the role of the presidency with a grace and confidence that few people even dare to aspire to. With his signature dramatic demeanor and calming presence, Sabeeh has made MUNSC the place to be.
Shane Maher
Fordham University
Shane is a sophomore at Fordham University studying political science. He joined Fordham’s team in his first semester of Freshman year, and quickly became addicted to the competitive, social, and challenging aspects of the collegiate Model UN circuit. Whether it’s a speech in which he’s splashing water in his face or emerging from behind the curtains during a draft resolution presentation, Shane undoubtedly loves being a part of this competition. While gathering awards at 5 different conferences this past school year, Shane’s leadership, friendly demeanor, and excellence as a GA delegate have played an impactful role in Fordham’s success. Serving as the Assistant Trainer of GA this Spring, he helped guide new and old delegates to continued conference success. He would like to shout his GA teammates of Sinhawe Haji, Ali Saab, Grace Curtis, Nini Dias, and his dual del Courtney Daniels for exceeding expectations this past year. Luckily for the Crisis Dels of Fordham MUN, they will get a break from hearing about how much more superior GA is, as he will be studying abroad in the spring of 2026 in Granada, Spain. We can’t wait to see what Shane will be able to accomplish next fall, both as a delegate and beyond!
Walker Szczecina
George Washington University
Walker Szczecina has been truly non stop this year. As a sophomore at George Washington University and as assistant head delegate of the GWU team, Walker certainly made a name for himself, though it may be hard to pronounce. He is known around GW as a hilarious and personable guy, the best lighting tech GW has ever seen, and most importantly as a good friend. Many are calling him this century’s hottest thing to come out of New Jersey, as this year he has not only solidified himself as a great delegate but as a successful and yet personable leader. From Hurricane Helene to his first UNSC Gavel at CHOMUN, Walker brought his signature charisma, charm and fantastic speeches to all 7 of the conferences he attended. He has defined his tenure as assistant head delegate by providing heavy hitting performances, providing unity to the GWMUN team, strong leadership and his signature humor when needed. He has made himself a recognizable face on the UNSC circuit by competing in 3 UNSCs, proving to be a reliable UNSC delegate through both his GA skills (such as the WATER clause) and his always fantastic crisis skills. Walker has truly deserved being cemented as a model UN all star, exemplifying his dedication to the craft, his leadership and all he learned throughout his time on the college circuit.
