December 4-7, 2025
Fairmont Chicago Millenium Park

Groundbreaking Educational Political Simulation for High School Students

About CIMUN

Our conference is characterized by its immersive nature, realism and fun. Our staff is dedicated to the mission of providing a conference that covers the most realistic and relevant themes in international politics and ensures they are explored through challenging debate.

December 4-7, 2025
Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park
200 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, Illinois

A Different Approach to Model UN

CIMUN delivers a simulation-based educational experience focused on realistic diplomatic scenarios. We prioritize national interest representation over idealistic consensus-building, challenging delegates to navigate complex international issues as real diplomats would.

Mission

Founded in 2003, CIMUN has developed simulation-driven Model UN programs in Chicago and Mexico City. Our mission is straightforward: create realistic diplomatic simulations that develop critical thinking, strategic negotiation, and leadership skills in high school students.

Realism

CIMUN evaluates delegates on:

• Accurate representation of national positions

• Strategic advancement of national interests

• Effective negotiation within policy constraints

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Unlike other conferences, we don't reward delegates for compromising core national interests simply to pass resolutions. Success at CIMUN requires understanding both your country's position and the international system's realities.

Fully-Integrated Crisis Simulation

All CIMUN committees operate within a single, comprehensive simulation where:

• Actions in one committee affect all others in “running time,” a temporal construct only used at CIMUN

• Delegates from the same country must coordinate across committees

• Crisis developments require rapid adaptation and response

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This integration spans General Assembly committees, specialized agencies, regional bodies, and national cabinets—creating one of the world's most comprehensive Model UN simulations.

Technology Integration

Key innovations at CIMUN include:

• CIMUN News Network: Live video broadcasts and articles that shape the simulation - see past CNN broadcasts on our Youtube Channel here

• SkyNet - Faculty Portal for self service delegation management and billing

• “Black” and “White” Position Papers

• Real-time crisis updates delivered to committees

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These tools create a media-rich environment that reflects modern international relations and keeps delegates continuously engaged.

Our Team

John Salchak

Secretary-General

Rose Jacobs

Deputy Secretary-General

Suhail Khan

Director-General
IDEA Board Chair

Darlene Moorman

Chief of Staff

Staff Opportunities

CIMUN recruits staff from diverse universities and professional backgrounds. Current openings include:
• Sergeant-at-Arms
• Committee Chairs and Dais Staff
• Simulations teams
• Operations and Conference Service
• Administration

University students and young professionals with Model UN experience are encouraged to apply.

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• Operating since 2003
• 1,000+ annual delegates
• 20+ committees per conference
• Historical and/or contemporary simulations
• Plated Banquet Opening Ceremonies
• Four-day immersive experience