Frequently Asked Questions 

Frequently Asked Questions will be updated with new information regarding the 2025 SMAMUN Conference when registration opens.

Q: When Is the registration deadline? 

A: Registration begins on Sunday, December 1, 2024, and closes on Friday, January 24, 2025. To learn more about pricing and timeline, please visit the Registration page on the SMAMUN website.

Q: Where is the conference?

A: This year, the SMAMUN will be held at Leonardtown High School. The conference will be held at the back of the school through the entrance by the bus loop. It will lead to the F-Hallway, where you will find the admission table. 

Q: When is the conference?

A: The conference is Friday, February 7, 2025, and Saturday, February 8, 2025.

Q: When will I get my country and committee assignments?

A: Country and committee assignments will be sent to delegates no later than Friday, January 31, 2025. Please note that country and committee assignments are distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Q: When will case briefings be posted? 

A: Case briefings will be posted no later than Friday, December 5, 2024. 

Q: Are there different check-in times for Friday, February 7th based on age group?

A: No. All students can arrive starting after 3:30.

Q: When should I pick up my delegate arrive on the first day of the Conference, Friday, February 2th?

A: Committee sessions end on 8:oopm, so Delegates should be picked up by no later than 8:15pm. 

Q: When should my delegate arrive on the second day of the Conference, Saturday, February 8th?

A: Delegates should arrive between 8:30 AM and 8:50 AM. All sessions will start at 9:00 AM. 

Q: When should I pick up my delegate on the second day of the Conference, Saturday, February 8th?

A: Committee sessions end on 2:oopm, so Delegates should be picked up by no later than 2:15pm. 

Q: Is there a dress code for the conference? 

A: We ask that all delegates dress in Western business attire during the conference. However, attire should not be a barrier to participation. Business casual is a recommended alternative if a delegate does not have access to Western business attire. Furthermore, delegates will face no penalty whatsoever on the basis of attire.

Q: I am an advisor or parent, and I want to observe committees. How can I do so? 

A: We welcome parents and teachers to observe their delegate(s) in action throughout the conference. Advisors and parents should refrain from interrupting any committee proceedings.

Q: Are meals included with the registration fee?

A: Meals are not provided in the registration fee. 

Q: Are meals provided?

A: Meals are not provided. Delegates are responsible for bringing their meals on Friday and Saturday. 

Q: How can I purchase a SMAMUN t-shirt for my child?

A: You can purchase a SMAMUN t-shirt by completing the form that will be attached to registration when it opens in November. Keep in mind the t-shirts are a separate fee from registration. They are optional.   

Q: Are there awards given out at the end of the conference?

A: Yes, there are! At the end of the conference, your student can earn an award from our array of commendations to incentivize participation, such as Best Delegate, Most Outstanding Delegate, and more. We also share fun superlatives with the students based on their great behavior at the conference.