Dear Delegates, Advisors, and Friends of WAMUNC,

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It is an honor to welcome you to the 29th Washington Area Model United Nations Conference (WAMUNC)! Hosted by the International Affairs Society at The George Washington University, WAMUNC XXIX will bring together delegations from across the country and around the world to Washington, D.C., the heart of American policymaking, in March 2027.

 

Model United Nations is more than an opportunity to learn about international affairs. It challenges students to communicate effectively, navigate complex issues, find common ground, and understand perspectives different from their own. At WAMUNC, we strive to create an environment where delegates of every experience level can develop these skills while forming new friendships, experiencing life at a university, and, most importantly, enjoying themselves.

Model UN has been a major part of my life since I first joined in high school. At the time, I knew very little about diplomacy, international relations, or the many complexities of global affairs. Through Model UN, however, I found myself becoming increasingly curious about the world around me and more interested in understanding the issues that shape our communities and international system. That experience ultimately helped inspire me to pursue political science and journalism in college.

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WAMUNC has been a particularly meaningful part of that journey. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to serve the conference in several different capacities, including as a Chair for UNIFEM during my first year and as Director of Programming during my junior year. Now, as I enter my eighth year of Model UN and my final full year at George Washington University, I am incredibly excited and grateful to serve as Secretary-General of WAMUNC XXIX.

When I began college, I knew I wanted to continue being involved in Model UN and help create the same opportunities for engagement and growth that made the activity so meaningful to me. As Secretary-General, I hope to build a conference where delegates feel encouraged to ask questions, challenge themselves, and engage thoughtfully with both the issues before their committees and the people around them.

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Our incredible staff brings together a wide range of experiences, from work on Capitol Hill and in the White House to experience across federal agencies and beyond. I hope that WAMUNC gives you the opportunity not only to learn from our committees, but also to connect with our staff and one another.

I cannot wait to welcome you to WAMUNC XXIX. The WAMUNC staff and I are incredibly excited to see you all in Foggy Bottom this spring, and we hope you leave the conference with new knowledge, new friendships, and memories that last far beyond your time in committee.

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Sincerely,
Sarah Strolger
Secretary-General, WAMUNC XXIX
wamuncsecgen@gwu.edu