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All the world's a conference and all the men and women merely players. Normally, we fellow citizens of the earth live as insignificant background extras, playing the most humble roles. Fifth business. At Brentwood College's 2014 Model United Nations Conference however, we are transformed from mere foils into influential protagonists.  Lights, camera, interaction.  Welcome to Model UN. On January 17 high school students are now delegates, representing an entire country. Be it Canada, Denmark, or Iraq, all will have significance. Faster than hungry whales to krill, delegates' minds will have to think as pertinent world issues are thrown from all angles. Using their countries’ resources, military capabilities, and their own critical thinking skills, these intrepid delegates must help solve catastrophic crisis with decorum, poise, and affectivity. Be it a dangerous food shortage in an African country or a barrage of nuclear threats from conflicting countries, as people, as a team, as representatives of the world, these delegates must resolve with resolve. As the cereal bowl that is our world teeters on the edge of the table that is disaster, countries will be forced to form alliances for the greater good, deplete resources if the need be, and -- God forbid -- declare war for the betterment of the future. Although these brave delegates may come prepared with diplomatic demeanors and razor-sharp wits, no one comes completely prepared for Model UN.  With all the tired delegates asleep in their comforting beds, the infuriating and incessant beeping of alarms just might go off -- signaling a midnight crisis. Staggering out of their oh-so-comfortable beds like injured alpacas, their diplomacy may become rugged, their wits sluggish, their hair unforgettably unfashionable. With the world and sleep deprivation working against them, delegates must remain strong. They must retain their sangfroid, coping with worldwide issues with aplomb and composure. They must be part of Model UN. Albeit an intellectually challenging event to say the least, you can't spell Funyuns without fun. And although we won't be serving Funyuns, the experiences and friendships gained from this conference will more than make up for the aforementioned non-provided corn snack. Regardless of the actual outcomes of the Model UN, Brentwood guarantees that with the right attitude, everyone will truly have a fantastic and engaging time. We hope all delegates come with their ready pants on, both literally and figuratively. See you tomorrow, at the 2014 BCMUN, Brentwood College School Toby CH, Privett ‘15