This document provides information about the Stevenson Diplomacy Academy, a one-week program in Boston for high school students to develop their public speaking, writing, and advocacy skills through simulations and practice related to Model UN. The program runs from July 24-31 and includes daily simulations, workshops on skills like resolution writing, and social activities in Boston. Students who complete a research project will have it published and earn the title of Stevenson Youth Fellow. Applications are open until April 15.

1. we’ll help you
SUCCEED!
Are you looking to become
a better speaker, a better
writer, a better student?
Our impact isn’t
momentary. We’ll work
with you to pursue all of
your academic goals.
APRIL
15
STEVENSON YOUTH FELLOWS
Completed research projects
will be published in a book to
be held at the Stevenson
Center in Chicago. Students
will earn the title of
Stevenson Youth Fellow.
JULY
24
JULY
31
APPLICATIONS CLOSE
Online applications are
reviewed on a rolling basis
until April 15, 2016.
Mornings will be spent
sharpening your diplomacy
skills through Model UN
practice, afternoons will be
spent developing your own
academic project.
ACADEMY OPENS
The Academy will run for
one-week in Boston, MA.
ACADEMY CLOSES
The Academy will close
with final presentations
and awards.
GUIDANCE FROM ALL-
AMERICAN AWARD
WINNING MENTORS
PROFESSIONALLY
DESIGNED SIMULATIONS
SOCIAL EXCURSIONS,
TOURS, AND ACTIVITIES
IN BOSTON

2. MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
OUR MISSION
Model UN is a tremendous analytical vehicle. We
view our students’ passion for their education as the
ultimate asset. The Stevenson Diplomacy Academy
will not only strengthen the skills needed to win at
Model UN competitions, but will challenge students
to be better thinkers, writers, and advocates as they
develop original thesis projects.
STUDENT OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES
 Become more confident and competent speakers in
structured debated and impromptu speeches
 Understand how to properly research and structure
draft resolutions, committee directives, and private
portfolio directives in Model UN simulations
 Construct an original thesis after exploring subjects
of interest
 Write a fully cited, academic research paper with
annotated bibliography for publication
USA General Assembly Procedure
Daily Speaking Challenge
Simulation I: G20 2012 Summit
Thesis Construction and Research
Moderated and Unmoderated
Debate Tactics
Daily Debate Challenge
Simulation II: World Health Org
Guided Research Session
Solution Set Construction and
Resolution Writing
Primary Source Research and
Writing
Simulation III: Nauruan Parliament

3. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
Crisis Committee Strategy and
Directive Writing
Daily Speaking Challenge
Simulation IV: Philippines 2004
Academic Writing Review Session
Simulation V: Havana Conference
Constructing Annotated
Bibliographies
Writing Session
Academic Poster Creation
Chairing Model UN Simulation
Workshop
Final Project Presentation Walk
Through
Simulation IV: Special Summit on
the South China Sea
APPLICATION CRITERIA
 All applicants must submit the online application before the
deadline. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and once
the Academy is full, we will no longer review applications.
 Strong applicants will have attended at least 3 Model UN
conferences and won awards.
 Strong academic and co-curricular performance is required, as
measured by GPA, course load, and co-curricular leadership.
 Applicants are encouraged to tell their original story and
explain why they should be admitted.
EXPLORING BOSTON
After long days of researching, writing,
and debate practice, we plan to take full
advantage of our host city of Boston!
Here are some of the social activities
that we have planned for our students:
Shopping on Newbury Street
Exploring Faneuil Hall and Quincy
Market
Going to Fenway Park to watch a
Red Sox Game
Walking the famous Freedom Trail
Taking a boat cruise to the Boston
Harbor Islands
Touring Harvard Square
Dates and Logistics
Applications Open.............January 5
Applications Close ................April 15
Deposit Due.......................March 15
Full Payment Due .................April 30
Academy........................ July 24-31
Tuition and Fees
Weekly Tuition ...................... $1,900
Airport Pickup/Dropoff............... $30
Included in Tuition
 Lodging in suite style dorms at
Boston University with air
conditioning
 All meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and
Dinner
 All in-city transportation
 Entrance and tickets for all social
activities
 Academic coaching and
mentorship
 On site, 24-hour supervision (8:1
ratio or less)
 Medical and liability insurance
*Please consult acceptance package for full
list of all that is included and for terms.
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4. Contact Information
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p: +1 816-226-6940, Mon-Sat 8AM-7PM EST
Mailing Address:
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PO Box 426006
Cambridge, MA 02142
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