Wrapping Up THIMUN 2025: “Clapping is in Order!” By Jina Song After accumulating thousands of delegates, officers, and admin from dozens of countries, THIMUN is finally drawing a close. Throughout four days of lobbying, debating, and writing resolutions, THIMUN carries memories to cherish. Initially, many delegates expected THIMUN to be “completely formal, all business.” But…
Balancing Progress and Preservation in the Environmental Commissions By Jina Song Illustrations by Ozzie In the Oceania Foyer and Europe room, the two environmental commissions have been pioneering new solutions for the environment. Founded in 1973, the Environmental Commission remains a cornerstone in shaping an ever-changing world. The Environmental Commission has debated critical agendas navigating…
Peace for Israel-Palestine: Edward Abington at the HSC By Jina Song Photography by Lilly Tourville On Thursday, January 30th, the Historic Security Council (HSC) welcomed Edward Abington, a former United States consul general in Jerusalem. During his presentation, followed by questions and answers from the delegates, he provided critical insight into the HSC’s third topic:…
World Forum Staff Spotlight By Jina Song Photography by Lilly Tourville Behind the bustle of the THIMUN conference, dozens of World Forum staff members have been working tirelessly to fill our stomachs or organize coats. So before all students head back home, let’s take a moment to thank the workers behind this conference. Even with…
POI to the Chair: Is Rizz in Order? How to Get a THIMUN Date By Jina Song Photography by Lilly Tourville and Anna Plunkett “Roses are red, violets are blue . . . water comes from the tap, can I get your Snap?” “Are you a magician? Cuz everybody disappears when I look at you.”…
Corridor Chronicles: Who are the Admin Behind the Committees? By Jina Song Photography by Anna Plunkett Guardians of the door, passer of notes, and walking GPS of the World Forum—these are just a few of the roles admin take on. Flaunting an “all access” ID allowing them to roam through the World Forum, admins are…
Exploring Misinformation and Disinformation in SPC-2: Special Panel by Daniela Martea By Jina Song Photography by Anna Plunkett On Wednesday afternoon, AI data expert Daniela Martea spoke at the SPC-2 (Special Conference Conference on AI Sub-commission 2). Martea is a member of Women in AI, an organization of 60 women focused on achieving gender…
Beyond the Algorithm: Human Connections in the AI Debate By Jina Song Photography by Anna Plunkett It’s often at your fingertips. One prompt carries the answers to your agenda, your homework, your essay thesis, and more. But the allure of artificial intelligence is sobered by the looming risk of being caught or failing your tests.…
Inside the ICC: How the World’s Criminal Court Operates By Jina Song Photography by Lilly Tourville During the THIMUN ICC’s Committee visit to the International Criminal Court, the group got the opportunity to hear a presentation from Joseph Kukulu, interpreter of the court, about the history and impact of the ICC. Originally established in…
The THIMUN 2025 Opening Ceremony By Jina Song and Ethan Chan Photography by Lilly Tourville The house continued to bustle with noise, the continual calls slowly bringing down a veil of silence. With energetic music and dozens of languages filling the King Wilhem Alexander Hall, the delegates and chairs adjourned. The 57th annual opening ceremony…