UT Tyler Model UN Program Recognized at National Conference

TYLER – Students from The University of Texas at Tyler Model United Nations Program have been recognized at this year’s National Collegiate Model UN Conference in New York. The program is a part of the Department of Political Science and History. In recognition of their excellence in the conference as a whole, the UT Tyler delegation, representing Madagascar, received the Distinguished Delegation Award. According to a news release from the school, this honor is presented to the top delegations and based on continually remaining ‘in character,’ teamwork, leadership, speaking and negotiating abilities, knowledge of the issues and proper usage of the procedure rules.

The UT Tyler students honored were Mariam Bojang of the Gambia, West Africa; Rheagan David of Amarillo, Christopher M. Nafrady of Longview, Grace M. Parker of Farmers Branch, Cassidy L. Rose of Mineola, Sherdil N. Sehgal of Gresham and Nizia Alam, Olivia A. LeVoy, Leslie Reyna and Melissa Salgado, all of Tyler.

In addition to the overall award, two delegates were recognized with individual awards. Levoy and Nafrady both were recognized with the “Outstanding Position Paper” Award for their exemplary work during conference preparations. This award is based on professional writing style, ability to clearly articulate the positions of their assigned Member State and the thoroughness of research over assigned topics.