The Columbia Model United Nations Conference and Exposition is an annual four-day international affairs conference for high school students. Held in the greatest city in the world, at one of the most prestigious universities in the world, CMUNCE has quickly grown into one of the most successful and unique Model UN experiences in the country. CMUNCE is known for its original committees, intense crisis simulations, extraordinarily dedicated staff, and focus on introducing its delegates to both Columbia and to New York City. Check out the rest of the website for additional information on what makes CMUNCE so special.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I contact CMUNCE?
• When and where is CMUNCE 2010?
• What is the cost to register for CMUNCE 2010?
• What accommodations are available for CMUNCE?
• Does CMUNCE allow double delegations?
• Does CMUNCE have a maximum delegation size?
• What and where is the delegate reception?
• What is the Code of Conduct?
• What is CMUNCE's policy on position papers?
• Where can I find more information about Columbia University?

How do I contact CMUNCE?

Before contacting CMUNCE, please consult this General FAQ for questions regarding conference logistics, and the Committees Page for inquiries into committee-related issues. It is likely that your questions have already been answered and are available online.

To contact CMUNCE directly, send your questions or comments to info@cmunce.org.

When and where is CMUNCE 2010?

CMUNCE 2010 will begin with Opening Ceremonies on the evening of Thursday, January 14th, and will conclude with Closing Ceremonies on the afternoon of Sunday, January 17th, 2010. We will be hosting the conference on Columbia University's central Morningside Heights campus, located between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenues and 114th and 118th Streets in New York City, New York.

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What is the cost to register for CMUNCE 2010?

CMUNCE 2010 registration fees are $60 per delegate, $45 per advisor, and $75 per school.

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What accommodations are available for CMUNCE?

CMUNCE 2010 has secured reduced-rate rooms for delegates at the New York Marriott. To reserve rooms at the official conference hotel, click here.

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Does CMUNCE allow double delegations?

CMUNCE does not allow double delegations. Each country, cabinet member, or other personality of a committee will only be represented by one student.

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Does CMUNCE have a maximum delegation size?

CMUNCE prides itself on its small committee sizes. As such, we generally limited school delegations to 12 students or less. Schools are allowed to request more than 12 positions, but we cannot guarantee that they will be available.

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What and where is the delegate reception?

The details of the delegate reception are still under development.

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What is the Code of Conduct?

The Code of Conduct is an agreement whereby delegates promise to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner and refrain from activities deemed by the CMUNCE Secretariat to be disrespectful, dangerous, and/or illegal. By registering and attending the conference, all delegates implicitly agree to the Code of Conduct.

The Code of Conduct is available in the Documents and Research section of the site. Every delegate attending CMUNCE 2010 must bring with him/her a signed copy of the Delegate Code of Conduct.

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What is CMUNCE's policy on position papers?

Due to the delay with the positions, we have decided NOT to require position papers from the delegates. We do believe that it would still be beneficial for the delegates to prepare them and will gladly accept them, with a flexible deadline until the start of first committee session. However, this is only recommended, not required. To that end, it will not be a qualifying component to receive an award. We hope that with this change in policy, we can better accommodate the students and allow them to prepare with limited additional stress. This policy is effective for all CMUNCE 2010 committees.

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Where can I find more information about Columbia University?

Founded as King's College in 1754, Columbia University has emerged as one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Led by its world-renowned faculty, innovative research, technological breakthroughs, and unique location in the best city in the world, Columbia University stands apart in the Ivy League as a school unto its own.

While at CMUNCE, delegates will be on Columbia's central Morningside Heights campus. Committee sessions will primarily take place in Hamilton Hall; home to the administrative offices of Columbia College, many foreign language departments, the Classics department, the Center for the Study of Ethnicity and Race, and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Columbia University's website is located at www.columbia.edu. During CMUNCE, staff will lead campus tours for interested delegates.