Model U.N. Coordinator

Mr. Schwartz

Upper Secretariat

Secretaries-General

Jessica Altieri (HFC)

Hi everyone! I'm so excited to be one of your three Secretaries-General this year! I've always admired the goals that the real United Nations have strived to accomplish and enjoy learning about what's going on beyond our own backyards. Besides Model UN, I was involved in Carey's past two productions of Anything Goes and Seussical, as well as NYSSMA for voice, clarinet, and All County Vocal Jazz; I'm planning to major in Music Education in the near future. I hope you all enjoy and learn a lot from this conference!

Jahan Mirchandani (FPM)

Hey Guys!! My name is Jahan Mirchandani, and I am one of your SG's this year. I currently am a Senior at Floral Park Memorial High School. I have been in Model UN since 8th grade and have been on 14 conferences since, including at Rutgers, Boston University, Model Congress and University of Chicago. and have won an award at 10 of them. I currently am the President of Model UN and the Student Council at Floral Park, as well as the captain of the Varsity Volleyball (County Champs!) and Basketball team. If you have any questions regarding your topic or general questions on what committee will be like, feel free to contact me at my email, yankeefan52994@gmail.com or Facebook message me. As you can tell, I love the Yankees along with the Jets and Knicks. Good Luck doing research and I look forward to seeing everyone making this upcoming SIDMUN the best one ever.!

Stacy C (ELM)

Under Secretaries-General of United Nations Environmental Program and NGO’s

Rory O'Reilly (SHS)

Dear friends,

I am Rory O'Reilly, a current senior at Sewanhaka High School. I will be your USG of UNEP and NGO’s.

Since the 8th grade, MUN has been changing my life one motion at a time. I am currently the Co-Vice President of MUN, President of the Class of 2012, President of Mathletes, double lawyer for Mock Trial, Co-Vice President of Future Business Leaders of America, Vice President of Student Council, and Secretary of Senior National Honor society.

Model UN has given me the outlet to safely surge my passion for the art of debate. This mere club that we all take part in has connected us into a brotherhood or sisterhood that only we can truly understand. Could we ever explain sly dubious MUN tricks or the fierce nature of debate to our peers? This pact has brought us closer together, creating a new level of friendship. In the debate room you will always be referred to as the country that you are representing. However, outside of the conference room you will always be referred to as my MUN buddy. This friendship that we all possess will forever connect us.

I would like to thank everyone that has been involved in the SIDMUN process. On behalf of the rest of the SIDMUN staff I'd like to motion for an EXCELLENT conference this year. I'll see you there.

-Rory O'Reilly

Under Secretaries-General of Security Council and Historical Committee

Kevin Konzelman (FPM)

Hey everyone! My name is Kevin Konzelman and I'm your USG for Security Council and Historical Committee for this year's SIDMUN. I'm a senior at Floral Park and I've been in Model UN since 8th grade. I've attended many conferences over the years including RUMUN, RMC, BOSMUN, and MUNUC. In addition to MUN, I am on the varsity soccer and lacrosse teams. I hope everyone comes prepared and ready to debate on the day of the conference. I'll be stopping by every so often during the conference, but until then, good luck to everyone and I look forward to seeing everyone that day. If you have any questions beforehand, feel free to email me any time at kev94@optonline.net.

Under Secretaries-General of SOCHUM and Legal Committees

Stacy Chacko (NHP)

Hey all, I’m Stacy Chacko: a senior at New Hyde ParkMemorial and your Under Secretaries General of the SOCHUM and Legal Committees this year. I have been involved with Model UN since the 9th grade,and I am currently President of the program at my school. Last year I won BestDelegate in the Historical Committee at SIDMUN, and I have won awards at 5 outof the 8 conferences I have attended. I have attended 3 SIDMUNs, RUMUN, AUMUNC,PHILMUN, SyMUN, and ILMUNC. I love beingactive and dance is my favorite hobby. Along with being MUN President, I amalso Co-Captain of my school’s kickline, President of the International CultureClub, Vice President of the Red Cross Club, an All County musician, a sectioneditor of my school’s newspaper and a writer for the yearbook. I am super excited for this year's SIDMUN and I can't wait to see all of the staff's hard work as well as your hard work with preparations pay off. You'll definitely see me walking around, popping into committee here and there so keep a look out! I can't wait to meet all of you. Good luck to alldelegates participating in SIDMUN! If you have any questions or concerns feelfree to contact me via Facebook, Twitter (@StacyChacko), or through my email:srchacko@gmail.com (I don’t bite! haha)

Administrative Executive Director

Kieran O'Reilly (SHS)

Dear Delegates,

My Model UN journey started in the 5th grade when Mr. Marcus came to my school and asked us if we knew what the United Nations did. Of course no one did; however, we soon learned. It is amazing how a group of 5th grade students can transition from a pack of regular kids eager for recess into a conference of highly sophisticated delegates preparing for a serious discussion on the topic Nuclear Non-Proliferation. We soon gave up much more then recess for Model UN; it took over our young lives. We became more than just MUNers. We were diplomats, politicians, and the poor unforgotten farmer. To the imaginative person, MUN has that effect. It grabs hold of their minds and takes them on a journey through far away countries. I was not alone in this phenomenon. The other diplomats, politicians, and farmers would become some of my closest allies and fiercest foes.

We carried this all throughout my high school career, developing and encouraging each other along the way. Now I am a junior at Sewanhaka High School. My name is Kieran O’Reilly. I can now boast attending many away conferences and winning. Currently I am the Co-Vice President of the Sewanahaka Model UN program. It is truly an honor to work with the amazing people at Sewanhaka Model UN every morning. I have taken those basic rules of parliamentary procedure out of the conference room and into other aspects of life as well. In addition to Model UN, I am the President of our Future Business Leaders of America chapter and a competitive runner. This year for SIDMUN I was able to work with the best secretariat imaginable. The advice and guidance they have given me has been invaluable. A huge thank you goes out to my advisor, Mr. Sakowich, and my chairperson, Mr. Schwartz, for their tremendous help in all of my efforts. I was very busy this year developing the SIDMUN website, but nothing is too much for Model UN, the club that has always given so much to me. I wish you all the best at this year’s SIDMUN. Make me proud!

-Kieran

Chargé d'Affaires

Hannah Schlechter (FPM)

General Executive Director to the Upper Secretariat

Marisa Varenelli (HFC)

Security Council Directors

Shana Brouder (SHS)

Hey there MUNners! My name is Shana Brouder and I am one of your chairs for Security Council for this year's SIDMUN. I am currently a senior at Sewanhaka High School. I have been in the Model UN since the 7th grade and it has taught me so much from public speaking, to research skills. I have attended conferences at both Rutgers University, American University and the University of Pennsylvania, and I am also currently the President of Sewanhaka's MUN club. Besides Model UN, I am also an active member of Women In Science, Class Board, and Mock Trial. I also have been involved in my school's musical since the 7th grade and am currently playing one of the leads in this year's show Les Miseras. I also play sports at Sewanhaka including both Varsity Soccer and Varsity Lacrosse. I am faithful that this year's SIDMUN will be the best one yet! If you have any questions, comments, concerns, or just want to say "hi" or ask for some advice, don't hesitate to email me personally at SBrouder@hotmail.com. Until then, don't forget, MUN is FUN!

Chris Luna (HFC)

Hey everyone! Are you guys ready for the Security Council? You better be! I, along with the other chairs for the Security Council have been working hard for the past couple of months to make SIDMUN XIX the best one yet! We have prepared fun and exciting crises that we hope you’ll enjoy! But enough about the conference! Now I’m going to tell you a little about me. I am currently in my freshman year at H. Frank Carey and I’ve been involved in Model UN since last year. I’ve had the amazing experience to debate at AUMUNC, PMUNC, ILMUNC, Hofstra Model UN Conference, and obviously SIDMUN! I am also very involved in school. I am currently a member of the Go Green club and Art Pallets. When I’m not in school, you can probably find me studying French at the French Institute, Alliance Française in New York City or reading a book in the library. I also enjoy hanging out with my friends and watching movies. I am extremely excited about this year’s conference. I can’t wait to see you guys at the conference this year! If you have any questions about the topic that will be discussed, feel free to e-mail me at christopherluna96@hotmail.com

Crystal Nwaogbe(ELM)

Dear MUN Delegates,

My name is Crystal Nwaogbe and I am beyond honored to chair the Security Council Committee this year. As this school year is coming to a close, we, as delegates are here to simulate and assume the positions of the great leaders in the world, those who have come before us and are here now, and if we happen to discover the answers to the enigmas that have puzzled the world for years, then let us call ourselves champions. Attending and winning conferences at the University of Pennsylvania, the National High School Invitational, University of Chicago, Georgetown, Rutgers, etc. has really given me a sense of what it is to affect change not only for a friend, or your own community, but for the global community as a whole. MUN has not only increased my empathy and awareness of current affairs, but also has given me the chance to build lifelong friends from all around the world, and that is an experience that in itself is rare, and quite treasurable. The amount of effort put into this legendary club will only serve to benefit us all as we are molded into integral parts of this ever changing modern world. With that said, I would like to take this opportunity to wish every delegate participating in this conference good luck, and God bless. -Crystal Nwaogbe

Andy Chang (NHP)

Mackenize Horan (FPM)

Historical Committee Directors

Daniella Amell (SHS)

Hey fellow MUNers! My name is Daniella Amell and I am a Historical Director for this year’s SIDMUN. I am currently a senior at Sewanhaka High School and am the treasurer in my schools MUN club. I have previously attended RUMUN, AUMUN and ILMUNC as well as SIDMUN. In addition to being a member of MUN I’m also an active participant of the Sewanhaka Jazz Band and soccer team, as well as number of other clubs. I’m looking forward to this year’s conference and I hope to see you all there

Shanjida Chowdhury (NHP)

What's up delegates? I'm Shanjida and I'm a senior at New Hyde Park Memorial High School. I am currently the Vice President of the NHP Model UN and I was the Secretary last year. It is my honor to be chairing this year's Historical committee, and I'm looking forward to having a great time with all the delegates! Last year I won Honorable Mention at SIDMUN in the World Trade Organization. I have been to RUMUN and ILMUNC, and these conferences have created lasting memories and friendships for me. I have met delegates from not only other states, but also from China, Lebanon, Puerto Rico, and India! Aside from participating in MUN, I am the President of my school's Muslim Student Association and the Secretary of the Photography Club. If there is one thing you should know about me, it's that i LOVE the movie Tangled! I am an avid fan of the Yankees and Knicks, and I love photography. I also enjoy 9gag (alot)! If you have any questions about your topic (or about me!), feel free to email me at shanjida94@yahoo.com. Don't worry, i won't bite! I am looking forward to some amazing debate at this year's SIDMUN, so blow my socks off, guys! Good luck!

Jenna Turato (HFC)

Hi everyone! My name is Jenna Turato and I’m a chair for the Historical Committee. I can’t wait for SIDMUN this year. I’m a ninth grader at H. Frank Carey High School and this is my first time chairing. I have been on three MUN trips and went to SIDMUN last year. Last year I won Best Novice award in the SOCHUM Committee. I am the Treasurer for the MUN club at Carey and I took the class last year. I’m excited about being your chair and having a great time!

Shai Letz (ELM))

Robert Todaro (FPM)

Hello fellow MUNers! My name is Robert Todaro and I am the Senior Class President at Floral Park Memorial High School and the President of our National Honor Society, among many other leadership positions. I have been an active member of our school’s MUN team since 9th grade and I’m serving as Treasurer. I work closely with our advisor Mrs. Francis to organize fundraisers and to ensure that the team’s finances are in order. Since joining the club, I have participated in twelve conferences, including SIDMUN, RUMUN, RMC, BosMUN and MUNUC. In the past two years, I have won multiple delegation awards, including: Outstanding Delegate in the UN Economic Commission for Africa at BosMUN, Outstanding Delegate in the UN Population Fund at RUMUN and Honorable Mention in the UN Population Fund at MUNUC. I would like to study political science in college and then go to law school in order to pursue a career in public service. Hopefully one day you will be voting for me on a national ticket. I love this topic and I’m very excited for debate. It will be very interesting to see how delegations will address the conflict over the growth of communism in Vietnam in 1964. Feel free to email me at rtod94@aol.com or inbox me on Facebook if you have any questions about our topic. Good luck and see you in committee!

Social, Humanitarian & Cultural (SOCHUM) Directors

Krishanthi Devendran (SHS)

Hello Everyone! My name is Krishanthi Devendran and I am a senior at Sewanhaka High School. I’ve been in MUN since the 8th grade, and it has been one of the best experiences ever. The skills that I have learned in this club have helped me excel in so much more than just MUN. Besides MUN, I am Treasurer of the Senior Class. I am also an active member in Math Olympiads, Science Olympiads, TAG and so many more clubs. Aside from clubs, I am Captain of the Varsity Track Team. This will be my second time chairing and I am look forward to it. Good luck to all debaters. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me at dkrishanthi21@gmail.com

Shannon Sunny (NHP)

Hello! I am Shannon Sunny and I am one of the SIDMUN XIX SOCHUM chairs. I’m a senior at New Hyde Park Memorial High School and I have been a part of Model UN since the ninth grade; I have since attended RUMUN, NHSMUN, most recently ILMUNC and, of course numerous SIDMUN conferences. Model UN has the power to inspire and ignite real change; after an inspirational workshop at the NHSMUN 2010 conference in New York City I have introduced Peace One Day to New Hyde Park, for example. I hope the club has that same motivating effect for all members. Aside from my involvement with Model UN, I am President of the Red Cross Club, Service League and FCCLA at New Hyde Park. Also, I am part of the varsity volleyball team and a writer on Lance, the school yearbook. Other than that you can find me either watching an NBA basketball game, listening to Jay-Z and/or Kanye, or reading a good book. I look forward to seeing everyone in April. Good luck and work hard until then; Remember, there’s always something more you can research when you think you did it all! If you have any questions/comments feel free to contact me at shannonelizabeth35@gmail.com

Brenda Darcy (HFC)

Hello! My name is Brenda Darcy and this year I’m in ninth grade at HFC. I’m really excited to be chairing the SOCHUM committee and this is my second year at SIDMUN! Recently I took part in the SOCHUM committee at PMUNC! Besides participating in and loving Model UN, I also play volleyball and softball at Carey, and take part in the Musical and drama each year! I hope everyone has fun this year at SIDMUN and good luck!

Caroline Segota (FPM)

Shanel Charles (ELM)

Legal Directors

Jackie Wisniewski (SHS)

Hello everyone, my name is Jackie Wisniewski and I am the Sewanhaka chair for the Legal Committee for SIDMUN XIX. I have been an active member of the Model UN club since the 7th grade and I absolutely enjoy every second of it. I love sports, and take pride in being the varsity captain of Sewanhaka's soccer, softball, and basketball teams. I am very involved in my school but my greatest memories come from the ones i have gained through my Model UN experiences. This is my second time chairing SIDMUN and being that it is my senior year, I hope to make this one the best!

Chaheti Bansal (NHP)

Hey delegates! My name is Chaheti Bansal and I’m a senior atNew Hyde Park Memorial and one of your Legal chairs for this year. This is myfirst time chairing and my third SIDMUN conference. I’ve been part of Model UNsince the 10th grade (started a bit late but it’s all good) and I’veattended RUMUN, SyMUN, ILMUNC, and soon will be attending WEMUN in Beijing,China. I am one of the Vice Presidents of New Hyde Park Model UN and I alsotake an active role in many other clubs. One of my favorite hobbies is photographyand I am the Assistant Photo Editor of my yearbook so I spend most of my timetaking pictures of anything and everything. Besides photography I also enjoyeating and I love food so feel free to bring any snacks to your lovely chairs.Just kidding. Anyways, MUN has taught me a lot and is definitely an experiencethat will stay with me forever. I love how people our age are able to learn anddebate about pressing issues from all over the world and I hope I can see thesame passion I have for MUN in all of you when I see you speak! I look forwardto spending my last high school conference with you all and if you have anyquestions or just want to talk you can email me at chaheti@yahoo.com any time.

Saul Ellison (ELM)

Members of the Chair and fellowdelegates, being in my favorite club MUN since the 8th grade, this will be thefirst time I attend a conference where I cannot say that. I'm looking forwardto being a chair and further prolonging a legacy that Lee Marcus gave to us in1978. MUN is innately a part of me, where my competitiveness and love formeeting new people have allowed me to attend and win awards at NHSMUN, RUMUN,NAIMUN, ILMUNC and of course SIDMUN. It’s a life changing club that has allowedme to meet people across the world, and learn about the tragedies of the world.Outside of MUN, I have a job and an internship at Ameriprise Financial; I’m inmany clubs at Elmont and in general love learning the different strokes andaspects about life. We’ve presented hopefully and interesting topic and I’mexcited to see what you guys make of it. Committee is your canvas and you’rethe painter, what will you make of it. -Saul Ellison

Samantha Babyer (HFC)

Hey! My name is Samantha Babyer, I am a sophomore at H. Frank Carey High School and I have the pleasure of being one of your LEGAL chairs at this years SIDMUN! I have been involved in Model UN since 8th grade and it has been a great experience. I have attended other conferences such as RUMUN, PMUNC, and PHILMUNC as well as SIDMUN. Outside of Model UN, I am treasurer of Class of 2014, an active member in 21st Century Scholars, ThinkPink and National Honor Society. I hope everyone has a great time and look forward to meeting all of you! Any questions, feel free to contact me at sbabyer9@gmail.com!

Tom Hagan (FPM)

UNEP Directors

Andrew Borgese (FPM)

HeyyyyOooooOOoo! My name is Andrew Borgese and I am one ofyour chairs for this year’s SIDMUN in UNEP. I am currently a senior at FloralPark Memorial High School. This ismy fourth year participating in Model UN and through it I have learned so muchon international issues and have bettered my public speaking skills. I havecompeted at over ten conferences those including: Boston Model UN, RutgersModel UN, Model UN at the University of Chicago, and of course SIDMUN! Besides being President of my schoolsMUN team, I am also an active member in Art Honors Society and ClassBoard. I look forward to seeingyou guy’s debate! WooOOOooOO see you soon!

Amanda Varrone (NHP)

Buenos días MUNers! My name is Amanda and I'm one of your fabulous UNEP chairs at SIDMUN this year. I'm currently a senior at New Hyde Park Memorial High School and have been involved in MUN since the tenth grade. I have participated in conferences such as NHSMUN, RUMUN, AUMUNC, SYMUN, ILMUNC, and of course SIDMUN, managing to nab a few awards along the way. Model UN has given me some of my most cherished experiences, like creating friendships with delegates from Syria, China, Lebanon, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Italy, Mexico, etc. Aside from MUN, I'm also Co-Captain of Varsity Cheerleading and Treasurer of the Spanish Club. I spend most of my free time hanging out with my friends and fangirling over The Hunger Games (Team Peeta all the way). Don't hesitate to email me at arv594@yahoo.com with any questions or concerns! I look forward to seeing you all at this year's conference! Court dismissed, bring in the dancing lobsters.

Renee Amell (SHS)

Ayssa Jacobs (HFC)

Jiju Sabu (ELM)

Hey Guys! My name is Jiju Sabu and I am a junior at Elmont Memorial High School. I have been in Model UN for many years, I have been to many different conferences and really love MUN. Out Side of MUN I am very involved, being the president of Mathletes, Vice President of Talented and Gifted and an active member in many other clubs. This is my first year as a chair for LEEMUN/SIDMUN I hope it will be a great experience for everyone that participates! If you need to contact please do not hesitate to send me an E-mail jijusabu@gmail.com

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