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BEHAVIOR
At MeMUNC, all delegates are expected to maintain a diplomatic, respectful and mature attitude both in committee and during free time. All University
policies must be adhered to, or consequences will follow. The staff at MeMUNC is not responsible for disciplinary action, in the event that some needs to
be taken. Teachers and chaperones are expected to monitor students’ behavior and will be responsible for dealing with any issues that arise. The staff of
the 2008 MeMUNC is in no way responsible for enforcing or monitoring the adherence to these rules, or the rules of USM and respective high schools.
UNIVERSITY POLICIES
The possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs as defined by federal, state, and local statutes is prohibited at any time on University property. Students
who possess, use, or distribute illegal drugs are liable for public law enforcement sanctions and University disciplinary action. Use of alcoholic beverages
on University property shall be in compliance with state laws and campus regulations and procedures. Violation of such laws, regulations and procedures
may result in disciplinary action and, where applicable, criminal proceedings.
1. POSITION PAPERS ~ Position papers show that the delegate has thoroughly researched their country’s position on the committee
issues and is coming to MeMUNC with their country’s goals in mind. Position papers will be judged on:
• Clear understanding of country’s position
• Proper format
• Punctuation and grammar
2. ABILITY TO STAY IN CHARACTER ~ It is vital that all delegates stay within the position of their country. Role playing is one of
the main challenges of being an effective delegate and will be judged on the following:
• Accuracy and knowledge of which countries to support and which ones to oppose
• Sponsorship of resolutions which reflect their country’s position
• Alignment of speeches with views of the country whey are representing
3. KNOWLEDGE OF PROCEDURES ~ Knowledge of procedures is key if delegates wish to effectively navigate their way through the
conference. One unfriendly motion may ruin a delegate’s hard work. To be successful in this game, a delegate must show:
• Understanding and efficient manipulation of motions
• Proper use of procedures
4. RESOLUTION COMPOSITION ~ It often takes many minds working together to produce a working resolution. Delegates must be
able to effectively contribute to this process and show:
• Proper resolution format
• Tangibility of resolutions
• Clarity of resolutions
5. CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND NEGOTIATION SKILLS ~ Effective diplomacy skills are at the very heart of the MeMUNC
experience. Working together is a must if a delegate wishes to have others join in their position. These skills are displayed through:
• Ability to compromise without going against national policy
• Ability to pull blocs together
• Ability to sway others to their side
6. PRESENTATION OF SPEECHES ~ Speeches are a delegate’s most effective and powerful tool for addressing the entire committee.
A clear, precise argument may convince others of their position and let people know where the delegate stands. A model speech should
include:
• Intensity
• Fluency
• A clear objective
RULES OF PROCEDURE
Beginning of a Committee Session
Each committee session begins using the same set of procedures, with the exception of the first session of the conference
when the members of the Dais will introduce themselves to the committee. The first thing the Chair will do is bring the session to
order, asking all delegates to take their seats and come to decorum. After this, the Director shall make any necessary
announcements. The Rapporteur will then take the roll, confirm quorum, and announce the number of votes needed for both a
simple majority and a two-thirds majority. At this time the Chair will direct delegates to open debate by asking, “Are there any
points or motions on the floor at this time?" Delegates will ask the Chair for permission to address the committee by raising their
placards and waiting to be verbally recognized. At the first committee session debate will begin when a recognized delegate moves
“to open the primary speaker’s list.” This first session ends when the committee votes to recess, which means that at the next
meeting debate will resume where it left off. Therefore, at all other sessions debate will begin when a recognized delegate moves “to
open the secondary speaker’s list.” The other aspects of debate will be the same for all sessions and are thoroughly explained
below in the rules of procedure.
Section I- General Rules
Rule 1- Scope
These rules shall apply to all regular sessions of the Maine Model United Nations Conference
(hereafter MeMUNC) for all committees. These rules are self-sufficient and no other rules shall apply, unless
otherwise stated in the supplemental rules for specialized agencies or crisis committees. In situations not
covered by the rules, the Secretary General shall constitute the final authority.
Rule 3- Decorum
Delegates are to follow the MeMUNC code of conduct, dress code, any instructions from the MeMUNC secretariat and their
faculty advisors. Delegates shall remain respectful of other delegates during formal and informal debate, and shall remain silent,
attentive and respectful on the floor of the committee while other delegates have been recognized by the chair.
If for any reason a committee Chair or member of the Secretariat deems a delegate out of order or in violation of the MeMUC
code of conduct, the Committee Chair or Secretariat member may direct that delegate to come to order. In the event that a delegate
consistently ignores the direction of the Chair or member of the Secretariat, the Committee Director or Secretariat member shall
notify the Secretary General or his/her designee in order to pursue disciplinary action in cooperation with the delegate’s faculty
advisor.
Rule 8- Quorum
Before formal debate or voting procedure may begin, the committee must meet quorum. In this case, quorum is defined as one-third
of the voting members of a committee as determined by the roll call list. Any delegate may, at any time, make a point of parliamentary
inquiry to verify a quorum. The Chair will direct the Rapporteur to immediately answer the point, and initiate a roll call if he/she deems
it necessary. Quorum is assumed to be met unless it is shown otherwise.
Rule 9- Majorities
The Roll Call list shall be the basis for majorities of all procedural and substantive votes. The Rapporteur will inform the committee
when the number of votes required for majorities have changed.
Rule 9.1- Simple Majority
A simple majority is defined as more votes in favor than opposed (e.g. half of the affirmative/negative votes plus one affirmative
vote). A motion fails on a tie vote. Any number of abstentions may not cause the motion to fail.
Rule 9.2- Two Thirds Majority
A two-thirds majority is defined as at least two thirds votes in favor for each vote opposed. Any number of abstentions may not
cause the motion to fail (e.g. a vote of 6 in favor, 3 opposed, would pass regardless of abstentions).
Rule 9.3- Unanimous Vote
A unanimous vote is defined as no votes against the motion. Any number of abstentions does not cause the motion to fail. The
absence of any delegation shall not affect a unanimous vote.
Section V- Agenda
Rule 11- Agenda
The agenda is the order in which a committee shall discuss the topics provided in the provisional agenda. The first order of business
for the committee shall be consideration of the agenda.
The Chair shall entertain a motion to open a primary speaker’s list to consider the order of the agenda at the commencement of the
first committee meeting. After considerable debate by the committee, the Chair shall entertain a motion to set the order of the agenda. In
the event of such a motion, the Chair shall call for two speakers for and two speakers against the motion.
If the motion carries, the topics shall be named Topics One and Two, and a secondary speaker’s list shall be opened to discuss the
first agenda topic. If the motion fails, the committee shall continue debate utilizing the primary speaker’s list until a motion to set the
agenda is passed.
Once debate on the first topic has been concluded or tabled, the Chair shall entertain a motion to open a secondary speaker’s list to
discuss the second topic.
Rule 11.1 The Provisional Agenda
The Secretary –General shall communicate a provisional-agenda of two general topics to each committee and their delegations
before the commencement of the conference.
Only topics provided in the provisional-agenda shall be considered by a committee, except in committees designated by the
Secretariat as Crisis Committees.
PREAMBULATORY CLAUSES
The purposes of the preamble are to outline the history of the problem, to show that the topic is a proper one for the
committee to address, and to show the need for a solution. The length and detail of the preamble depends on the question under
consideration. At any length, the preamble is always a critical part of a resolution because it provides the frame through which
the issue is viewed. Preambulatory clauses may point to particular sections of appropriate Treaties or Agreements and may cite
previous resolutions and precedents. The preamble may also refer to specific, relevant facts or situations related to the subject.
Finally, the preamble may include appeals to the common values and sense of committee members by referencing basic
documents of international law such as the UN Charter, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, etc.
Preambulatory Phrases Deeply conscious Further recalling Noting with deep concern
Deeply convinced Guided by Noting with regret
Affirming Deeply disturbed Having adopted Noting with satisfaction
Alarmed by Deeply regretting Having considered Observing
Aware of Desiring Having considered further Realizing
Bearing in mind Emphasizing Having devoted attention Recalling
Believing Expecting Having examined
Confident Recognizing
Fulfilling Having heard Referring
Contemplating Fully alarmed Having received
Convinced Seeking
Fully aware Having studied Taking into consideration
Declaring Fully believing Keeping in mind
Deeply concerned Taking note
Further deploring Noting further Welcoming
OPERATIVE CLAUSES
Operative clauses present the actions, solutions, or recommendations being made in the resolution. Each operative
clause identifies a single action. The action may be as vague as regret for a situation or a call for negotiations; it may also be as
specific as a monetary commitment for a particular project or an amendment to an existing treaty. Operative clauses are
numbered and should be in a logical order. These clauses begin with an active, present tense verb and are followed by a semi-
colon, with a period placed at the very end.
SAMPLE RESOLUTION
Committee: GA 6th Committee
Subject: Strengthening U.N. Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance
Sponsors: United States, Austria, Italy, Greece
Signatories:New Zealand, France, Germany, Botswana, Canada, etc…..(at least 15% of the committee members)