Individual and School Awards at VYMUN, Whistler
LFA's Grade 10's had an astounding weekend at Whistler's Model UN conference, walking away with a number of individual awards and a very prestigious delegation award.
LFA won 14 individual awards (listed below), but we also won a very special school delegation award just inaugurated this year and it is called the International Peacekeeping Award. We were presented with a plaque and the process for granting this award was explained.
On each committee, the "dais" staff had to nominate two students who demonstrated diplomacy, true listening to others and peace building skills where delegates were not necessarily the loudest vying for awards but they "looked out of the common good more than individual pursuits". LFA had the most nominations when totaled from all committees and so the LFA delegation was presented with the award. This is recognition of each student's participation at the conference and this is commendable.
In addition, the following 14 students won awards on their respective committees:
Here are some reflections on the conference from 3 students who attended.
5 Outstanding Awards: Stephanie Chau '21, Meghan Chan '21, Solenne Le Billon '21 (Security Council) , Kimberly Kavlekar '21, and Joyce Chen '21
4 Best Position Papers: Erin You '21, Julia Dosenberg '21, Ashley Low '21 and Joelyn Chan '21
5 Honorable Mention: Melanie So '21, Emily Ko '21, Lucy Borowski '21, Ellie Hwang '21, Sasha Ramchandani '21
Here are some reflections on the conference from 3 students who attended.
VYMUN 2018
By Stephanie Chau, Kimberly Kavlekar and Joyce Chen
On the weekend of October 26th-28th, the newest Model UN delegates in grade 10 experienced their first three-day Model United Nations conference in the depths of Whistler Village. For many students, VYMUN 2018 was their first opportunity to speak in front of people and express their views on global issues. Delegates had an unforgettable weekend, experiencing diplomacy and debating modern issues affecting society- from the illicit drug trade to rights of protesters. They were forced to think on their feet, respond with eloquence, and overall, come far out of their comfort zones. Megan Chan ‘21 reflects, “VYMUN helped me grow both as a student and a delegate. By speaking often, it also helped me build my confidence and it was definitely an incredible experience.” In the committees themselves, delegates discussed a variety of topics.
However, what these delegates did not expect during committee sessions was an even mixture of debate and laughter. The highlight of the weekend had to be crisis staff bursting in during a resolution paper presentation, sending each committee into a frenzy of note-passing and quick problem-solving. The crisis interference came unexpectedly and gave the general and specialized committees a look into the world of finding settlement on a greater issue, partially related to the specific topics chosen. Delegates were also introduced to a game in a section called International Risk, where two committees joined to participate in a trading game without knowing the value of the items being exchanged. In this activity, everyone enhanced their proficiency in bargaining, and created some beneficial and some detrimental business ventures. Through this activity, all delegates managed to meet new friends and increase their knowledge on the exchanges and values of property.
Although majority of the time was spent in committee sessions, delegates had some time to spend with friends in the hotel and for a group dinner in the village. Additionally, delegates attended a “twin-themed” social to build relationships with companions from other schools, socialize with their fellow delegates, and exchange social media handles. This year, VYMUN introduced a game room, which allowed delegates to bond over fun games such as cards or foosball. The dance was exhilarating as well, with loud music and lots of dancing. The trendy music and bright lights gave delegates such an entertaining evening that it almost had to end with the speakers breaking. During the social, delegates forged numerous friendships and developed their social skills.
Throughout the weekend, we delegates took advantage of the new opportunities and experiences, and came out with successful results. LFA received the first ever distinguished delegation accolade, called the International Peacekeeping Award. Additionally, numerous individual awards were given out, with LFA delegates achieving fourteen awards in total. On behalf of the Grade 10 delegates, we would like to thank Mrs. Mills, Mr. Coady, Ms. Chies, and the LFA MUN leaders who introduced and guided us in the world of MUN. Overall, delegates had an educational weekend and we cannot wait to embark on further MUN journeys at future MUN conferences as we continue to advance as independent, confident young women. Congratulations to everyone who attended!
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