Grab your popcorn because the MUN Stars is back, and we’re diving straight into business! As I brainstormed who to interview for this new season, I found myself drawn back to my MUN peers in Istanbul because sometimes, you just have to return to where you were happiest, right? That’s when I thought of my friend Emir for an interview. Trust me, you’ll love him as much as I do. 

Building your secretariat team is indeed a challenging journey that will take time. But remember, it's not just a process—it's a profound learning experience. I've had the privilege of interviewing several MUN leaders who have taken on roles such as Secretary-General, President of a MUN club, and Head of Academics. I've also walked in their shoes as the Undersecretary-General of Marketing and Communications. So, while the road may be long, it’s a journey of growth, learning, and inspiration.The first thing you should consider is the structure. After nearly three years in MUN, I realised there are two types of structures:

• The MUN association + external secretariat team
• The all-in-one secretariat team

“Bea, do you think that your level of Turkish is enough to chair in a MUN?” Jonas texted one day. The answer is no, unfortunately, but that makes me think. MUN in Turkish? What about in other languages, Italian, Spanish, French…? That's when I learned about MedMUN, and consequently, thanks to Agnese, I met Luna, the Conference Director for MedMUN 2024. 

Let’s be honest: we all know at least one person who overslept after a wild night at a MUN Social. And if you don’t know anyone like that, sorry to tell you, but it might be you. Personally, I’ve never been that person (thank you very much) because if there’s one thing I hate, it’s people coming to the committee session late. But don’t get misunderstood; I’m not skipping the party either. I’m that social butterfly who knows how to have fun and still show up ready to slay the following day. If you’re vibing with that or want to kill it in your socials, follow these tips to crush the MUN nightlife.