DeMUn 2015
Volume 1
20 April 2015
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From The Editor’s Desk :The world as we know today would have been very different without the occurrence of the two wars that had threatened once, to nearly destroy humanity, integrity and the very existence of our mother Earth. And as I sat down to write the first issue, I realised that a lot has changed in a hundred years. The world has grown smaller, more technological, more smart, yet drifted apart. The illegitimate acts taking place have somehow grown in number. Somewhere along the way, despite having constant reminders of out past & our present, we have seem to become even more lost. But one thing, one thing that has managed to remain invariably, without any doubt, the same is the fact that man’s actions still have the power to change the world and make it a better place to live in for our future generation. So today, on the centenary of the All New Revolution, we need to decide the kind of effect we want our actions to have, because we owe it to the humanity to rethink the kind of progress we are making today. That is what DEMUN 2015 stands for. We want people who will change the world for the better. We want people who are willing to make a difference. We want people who will make themselves aware. This year at DEMUN 2015, let us act in the present and think about the future. -Peony Hirwani Head of Press&Media
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Bucket List for DEMUN
I MUN Because… •‘Why not?’-Dev Seth (EB of MOM). •‘I like yelling at people.’-Mrinalini Singh(Head of Hospitality) •‘I’m smart and i know it.’-Vaibhav
Here it goes… Hold a roast in committee. Call an ambulance.
Parekh(Director General - DC).
•‘It’s an eye-opening and interesting
exposure.’-Jatin Ahuja(EB - UEFA). •‘Somehow ended up here.’- Saloni
Visit the clock tower.
Nahata (EB - UNES).
Goof around the lakeside.
•‘I get to suit up and look
Annoy the USGs. Rave when no ones watching.
awesome.’-Avijeet S. Singh(Head of Press & Media).
•‘I’m cool like that.’-Kanishka
Advice strangers about
Kapoor(USG- Design).
general wanderings.
• ‘It’s pretty interesting to argue
Try to escape the watchdogs (you won’t succeed). Aquire a date to the socials (and if possible, their number). Raise a motion of
with people and learn how to insult
them using fancy language’ - Peony
Tejas Jhamb- Head of Travel & Tourism
Hirwani (Head of Press & Media).
•‘I LOVE IT (in Texas accent)’ - Vedant Kedia (Chairperson- UEFA). •‘FUN MUN’ - Prithika Acharya (EB - Ministry of Magic). •‘Because I get to be Secretary General’ - Shreyas Bindal (Secretary General).
entertainment.
•‘You get to meet new people’ - Sanaya Modi (EB -Ministry of Magic).
Act like the ape that you
•‘I don’t always go to MUN’s, but when I do it’s legendary.’ - Tejas Jhamb
are.
(Head of Travel & Tourism).
Cumberbomb a picture
•‘For all the Hot people.’ - Vidit Bhatnagar (Head of Press & Media).
(you wouldn’t be as good
•‘It’s like a little world only selected people understand, let alone enter.’- Aaqil
as him) Penalise your EB. (Epic Fail)
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Zakarya (Director General, EHIS).
•‘I don’t really like to attend school’ - Uditraj S Rathore (Head of Food &
Beverages).
•‘Because the things get real intense’- Devashish Saxena (Head of Logistics). •‘Still trying to figure out’ - Arjun Singh. •‘What are you talking about?’ - Jasmer B. Singh (Special Observer). •‘To improve my speaking and listening skills’ - Rashi Verma •‘ I have no clue, don’t ask me about all this.’ - Yagya Birla • ‘What is the full form of MUN?’ - Abhiveer Singh (Photographer) •‘I don’t know, never been to an MUN before!’- Isha Singhal (Volunteer-
Hospitality).
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Announcements!
Tired of debating? Everybody loves to show up at the party once all the hard work is done, So join us at the “India Night” tonight at 8PM @ EHIS
10 COMMANDMENTS OF DEMUN 1. Thou shalt not declare war on another country. NEVER, EVER DO THIS. 2. Thou shalt not repeat thyself. 3. Thou shalt provide concrete proof of what thy is stating. 4.Thou shalt be confident when using cheesy pickup lines. 5. Thou shalt not vote against the motion for entertainment- When it gets passed (it will) thou shalt be the one dancing. 6. Thou shalt beware of the press corps. We listen to everything you say. 7.Thou shalt appreciate the presence of hospitality corps, no matter how annoying they be (issue under debate). 8.Thou shalt not start a food fight during breaks, if so then thou shalt not get penalised as the chief troublemaker. 9. Thou shalt get dressed to the best of their ability, for USGs will select the best dressed ones and award thee. 10. Thou shalt above all be self assured about what thy speaks, no matter how abstract.
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Muning is awesome… and if you aren’t already convinced then here are 8 reasons: The people you meet. Model UN
conferences are attended by some of the most interesting and
entertaining people you will ever meet .
There are all kind of goofballs, rising leader and mostly people looking
for a good time. If you want to make some
memorable friends, then MUNing is for you.
The things you learn. I know, it sounds a bit lame, but it's actually really cool. Not only do you get to hear speeches from inspirational people, you also get to watch awesome YouTube videos. Did you know that the new (not-official-at-all) IsraeliPalestine anthem is about eating pigs? Oh, and Ali G is close friends with Boutros Boutros-Ghali (the sixth Secretary-General of the UN)? And that Andorra is not a third world country? It’s awesome stuff, really. All silliness aside, you'll learn some fascinating things about our world.
Fun and games. MUNers find the most amazing ways to entertain themselves.
Whether it’s raising a
motion for entertainment, debating the merits of Communism over ice cream, or
even creating lame pick-
up lines (“I Equador you/ Motion for one to one unmoderated caucus "), there's
never a dull moment. Oh,
and note-passing during the debate sessions is the most entertaining part of the
day.
You get to (fictionally) control a country for a day. Have you ever dreamed of running your own country? Of course you have! At MUNs, you can make your dream a reality. If you want to suspend human rights, embargo China, or invade Switzerland, you can (well, fictionally). You choose what your country does, and the power you hold is amazing.The possibilities are endless. Enjoy the power—and because it’s fictional, you can let it go to your head.
The Food. Model United Nations
conferences are known for their epic food. Sure, you may gain a pound or
so, but it’s totally worth it. They
completely over-feed you, but you sure need it. Trust me, you will never go
hungry.
Social Media Boost. Nearly everyone out there wishes they had a few
more Facebook friends, Instagram
and Twitter followers—admit it: it makes you feel special. When you attend
an MUN, you'll gain so many friends
and followers you won’t know what to do. Random people you meet in
passing will add you; in fact, even
people you didn't meet will add you! Expect a flood of friend and follow
requests and a lingering I’m-so-
awesome feeling.
Confidence boost. When you first
enter a debate chamber and listen to the delegates go, you can’t help
but freak out. It is difficult especially for
newbies. But getting up to talk is like getting hit in a game of paintball;
with every hit—or, in this case, with
every speech you give—it hurts less and you become less afraid, and
before you know it, you're no longer
nervous at all! By the end of the conference, your insecurities will have
disappeared, and you will feel freaking
amazing.
Memories. Even after months have passed, you'll look back at your conference experience and smile. The friends you made, the laughs you shared, and the pick-up line that made you grin like an idiot are things you will always remember and treasure. The MUN conference creates memories that last a lifetime, and when it’s over, you'll wish you could do it all again. -Himani Dawar.
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Guess Your committee…?
Beware of The Watch-Dogs! ”The Press is the all knowing voice of DEMUN. You can whisper, but we have our informal snoopers everywhere. We know when you’re sleeping, social networking or gaming (in committee); we know when you’re stirred. Renounce from any un-judicious chit-passing (not complaining)– but we have allies amongst the EB members. And any “not impressed by Press” folks will be shot down. Other than its companionship, the Press is also characterised by its informed reportage. As delegates fierce debate matters relating to the globally shifting balance of power, concisely termed the “New Revolutions”, the Press will bring you a holistic view of all the issues discussed – we will bring you reality without the sugar-coating. We will play the role of the detached and objective talking-head, offering delegates a selection of satirical observations and often hieroglyphic analogies. As we waver between fuzzy intellectualism and Plebeian gossips, we will do our best to ensure that delegates get nothing but the cold, hard facts (with a good measure of satire and mockery thrown in, just in case). So, delegates, look out for the comMUNicator for your daily dose of all MUN matters, secret in a fine layer of (arguably) hair-splitting jocularity. Whether it’s daily updates on the progress of the committees or a “Dummies Guide to the New Revolution” (for ill-prepared delegates), the Press will be the sole bound force, bringing together every committee to form a truly united Model United Nations. Remember The Press is watching!
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Press Corps. Editor in Chief: Himani Dawar USG’s: Peony Hirwani Vidit Bhatnagar Avijeet Shourya Singh USG DESIGN: Kanishka Kapoor ILLUSTRATORS: Ayushi Paras Harshaditya Jadeja Jhanvi Kedia JOURNALISTS: Neha Seth Tanya Singh Amol Mathur Abhinav Pandey Hicell Lopez Ishita Mohta Rashi Verma PHOTOGRAPHERS: Vedanta Goomber Harnish Chhabra Khushi Siyal Vishesh Kataria Mukund Verma Abhiveer Singh Chandranshu Singh VIDEOGRAPHERS: Manan Kothari Manuraj Jhalani Teacher incharge Mrs. Kanak Bali Singh Ms. Indu Kapoor Mrs. Shikha Bansal
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