Model European Union Conference Offers Immersive Experience
This past April, five Le Moyne students attended the Midwest Model European Union (MMEU) at the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, Indiana University. Pictured from left to right, are Connor Atchie, Alfredo Alfonso Lorenzo, Mia Prezioso, Ariel Clarke and Ella Fernando.
MMEU is an intercollegiate academic simulation that allows undergraduate students to engage directly with the structure and decision-making processes of the European Union. Established in 1993, it is one of the longest-running and most prominent Model EU programs in North America. During the multi-day conference, students represented EU member states and institutions (such as the European Council, European Commission, and Council of Ministers) while debating policy, negotiating with peers, and drafting legislation on contemporary issues facing Europe. Through this immersive experience, participants developed a deeper understanding of EU governance while strengthening skills in research, public speaking, diplomacy, and collaborative problem-solving.
