Model UN Hosts Season Banquet

The first Whitewater High School Model UN Banquet took place at Fanatico’s restaurant. During the 2025-26 Model UN season, the team attended three Model UN conferences: the Madison Model United Nations, Arrowhead High School Model United Nations, and the four-day Model United Nations Conference at the University of Chicago.

Students are asking questions to Dr. Paul Poast, from the University of Chicago, whose work has been featured in several major news outlets, including the New York Times and The Atlantic. (L-R) Madelyn Taylor, Camdyn Avila, Dr. Paul Poast, Ameera Lin, Cyrus Hudec

Model United Nations (MUN) at the high school level is an educational simulation where students role-play as diplomats to research, debate, and resolve international issues. Its purpose is to improve critical thinking, public speaking, negotiation, and leadership skills, while promoting global citizenship and understanding of the UN’s role in international relations.

At a Model United Nations conference, students gain in-depth knowledge of foreign policies, international law, and complex global challenges. Students act as ambassadors representing specific countries, requiring them to defend policies and perspectives that may differ from their own.

(L-R) Bastian Portales, Melody Smith, Madelyn Taylor, Emma Schultz-Majkrzak, Ameera Lin

Model UN provides a platform for students to engage with global issues, learn about the United Nations, and develop skills necessary for future careers in law, government, and business.

Some of the award winners include:

Maya Davis – Best Delegate
Melody Smith – Best Position Paper
Camdyn Avila – Most Improved Delegate
Emma Schultz-Majkrzak – Most Improved Delegate
Kyan Fajardo – Rising Delegate
Bastian Portales – Rising Delegate
Cyrus Hudec – Future MUN Leader
Ameera Lin – Best Debater
Madelyn Taylor – Active Participation
Juliana Cortez – Active Participation
Serina Soto – Active Participation
Jesse Kezong – Active Participation

Best Delegate -Maya Davis Speaking at MADMUN

Whitewater High School Model UN Advisors Maddy Blain, Liberty Cunningham, and Gregory Stewart would like to thank WHS Principal Brent Mansky, Athletic/Activities Director Michael Dowden, WHS Secretary Ms. Becky Skindingsrude, Nelson’s Bus Service, and the parents for their support of this program.

Article and Photos Submitted by Greg Stewart
Whitewater High School Model UN Advisor
gstewart@wwusd.org