Secretary General
Gina Lin, Class of 2027
Honorable directors, distinguished delegates, student officers, and guests!
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My name is Gina Lin and it is my pleasure to serve as your Secretary General in SHASMUN XIII! As a rising junior at Shanghai American School Pudong, this will be my sixth year participating in MUN. SHASMUN was one of the first conferences I attended as a sixth grader and the welcoming community and fruitful discussions it fostered initiated my passion for MUN, which is why I am delighted to be a part of the Secretariat team of SHASMUN XIII.
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Since sixth grade, I have always considered MUN one of the most unique and interesting activities at school. Not only was I able to learn more about political science and practice voicing my own opinions, but I was also drawn to the community within MUN. I was able to connect with delegates from other schools and learn from older and more experienced speakers. This welcoming and constructive community made me excited to participate in each conference and has also allowed me to be a better global citizen.
SHASMUN, located at the diverse city of Shanghai, is a perfect place for everyone to explore these opportunities.
As we welcome delegates, student officers, and directors from across China and overseas, we encourage you all to pursue your curiosities and establish lifelong friendships here at SHASMUN. I am excited to welcome all returning and new participants to SHASMUN and hope you all make unforgettable memories here!
Chief Administrative Officer
Andrew Liu, Class of 2027
Honorable directors, distinguished delegates, student officers, and guests!
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My name is Andrew Liu, a rising junior at SAS Pudong, and it is my upmost honor to serve as your Chief Administrative Officer in SHASMUN XIII! My MUN journey started in high school, making this my third year in this captivating community full of supportive, friendly, and intelligent delegates. Needless to say, SHASMUN holds a special place in my heart; it’s like playing a home game in sports. I am thrilled to present to you the charms of SHASMUN as a member of the SHASMUN XII Secretariat Team!
MUN has been the highlight of my high school career. It gives me a platform to meet amazing delegates who share my passion and inspire me to become a more diplomatic person. On top of heated intellectual debates regarding pressing issues around the world, MUN brings me so much joy in collaborating with others. Overall, MUN has made me a more caring global citizen who is more aware of our world today and has motivated me to be more active in finding solutions to any problem in life. I have also fostered unique friendships in this diverse and welcoming community.
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Administrative Officer
Sophie Jin, Class of 2028
Greetings esteemed chairs, delegates, directors, and staff,
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My name is Sophie Jin, a rising sophomore at Shanghai American School Pudong Campus, and it is my utmost honor to serve as your Administrative Officer for SHASMUN XIII.
My MUN career began in 7th grade—back when I was a timid delegate who had no idea what happened in a conference once lobbying ends. Now, after four years of participating in numerous UNA-USA and THIMUN conferences, I still cherish the memories of my earliest MUN experiences, espeically SHASMUN. This was where I first raised my placard in a large-scale committee, where I first became a main submitter, and where I first realized that MUN is more than just “soft” debate: it’s a platform for building connections, engaging in thoughtful discourse, and delving deep into a multitude of socioeconomic and political issues.
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That is why I am proud to present to you the thirteenth iteration of SHASMUN. This conference is designed for every delegate—whether you’re a beginner, nervous but excited to explore global issues, or a seasoned delegate seeking a rigorous challenge. Just as SHASMUN ignited my passion years ago, I hope it becomes a similar transformative milestone in your MUN careers. Together, let’s make this conference an unforgettable one.
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See you all in the spring.
Administrative Officer
Kyle Wei, Class of 2027
Honorable directors, distinguished delegates, student officers, and esteemed guests,
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My name is Kyle Wei, and I am truly honored to serve as an administrative officer at SHASMUN XIII, and this marks my fifth year participating in MUN! SHASMUN was one of the first conferences I attended, and although I was still new to MUN at the time, the insightful debates I witnessed sparked a lasting passion for global dialogue and diplomacy.
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Driven by my deep interest in global politics, social studies, and history, MUN has remained my favorite activity throughout high school. While improving key skills such as public speaking, MUN has further connected me to the international community by broadening my understanding of contemporary global matters and deepening my awareness of topics such as human rights, diversity, and globalization, which are all key to our time.
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Set in one of the most diverse cities in China, SHASMUN XIII creates an opportunity for delegates across the globe to meet and engage in valuable debate. Like the first conferences I attended, I hope SHASMUN XIII will be just as inspiring for all delegates who attend this conference, where creative yet thoughtful solutions to recent issues are discussed, and meaningful experiences are shared.
I greatly look forward to meeting everyone in the spring!