Chair: Mary Konz, mckonz@wisc.edu
Hello delegates, my name is Mary Konz. I am a freshman at the University of Wisconsin - Madison studying both Political Science and International Studies. I joined Model United Nations during my sophomore year of high school and am thankful for all the skills it helped me develop. This will be the third MADMUN I have chaired (shout out to the 2021 Human Rights and 2022 Miss Universe Committees! :D ). Since graduating, I've been working in the state capitol-- I am excited to chair the JCC United States Cabinet this year as my brief time in politics has given me a new perspective on what American government really looks like and how it works. I hope to offer you all a realistic (yet fun!) experience during our short time together in committee. My email is mckonz@wisc.edu -- please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns. See you all in committee! :)
Chair: Katelin Wessley, katelin.wessley@mgschools.net
Hi! My name is Katelin, and I’m a senior from Monona Grove high school. I’ve been in MUN since my Sophomore year. My first ever conference was MADMUN 2021. It was such a blast and I’ve been hooked ever since. I chaired the UNDP at madmun last year and loved it so decided to come back, this time as a US. Cabinet chair! It’s really fun to chair because I get to see all the behind the scenes action and watch incoming delegates find their place in committee. I’m really excited for November and to see everyone all dressed up and eager to be in committee! Feel free to reach out with any questions :)
Sim: Gavin An, gan@madison.k12.wi.us
Hey! My name is Gavin An, a senior at West High School, and I'll be your sim for the 1962 United States Cabinet. I joined Model UN in my sophomore year mostly because I'm a pretty big history guy and I love alternate history and diplomacy, both of which are very present in MUN. I wanted to sim this topic because the Cold War era is one of the most interesting for me, especially regarding the challenges that the United States had to face during it. I'm really excited to see how you guys will navigate this complex web of domestic and international politics as we continue the Kennedy presidency! Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions at all.
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