Model NATO 2009

The University of Texas at Arlington was represented at the Model NATO Conference hosted by Howard University in Washington D.C., Feb 19-22, by a delegation of students from the Russian Section of the Dept. of Modern Languages.

Our delegation represented Lithuania, one of the newest NATO member states since its accession to the alliance in 2004.

Here are the delegates in action:

Brad Borougerdi, North Atlantic Council

Jeremy Maisonneuve, Defense Planning Committee

Nathanael Stone, Political Affairs Committee

Jason Jordan, Nuclear Planning Committee

Karra O'Connell, Working Group on NATO Operations

Dr. Lonny Harrison, Faculty Advisor

Prior to the conference, we were briefed at the Lithuanian Embassy.

Embassy Briefing with Deputy Chief of Mission and Colonel A. Jurgaitis

Conference proceedings were carried out according to strict rules of Parliamentary procedure.

"Are there any points or motions on the floor at this time?"

There were intense negotiations…

After the conference, we had the chance to do some touring in the Capital.

White House, South Lawn

Jeremy evokes the spirit of Lenin

National Mall

Natural born diplomat

Thanks to Sunil Nandakumar for guiding our tour

As the only delgation from Texas, we were proud to represent the Lonestar State!

TEXAS

All in all, Model NATO was an incredible experience, and we look forward to participating again in years to come!