Simulations, seminars, and symposiums are means to enhance knowledge and familiarity with foreign policy in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and other areas of the world. As such, the Institute promotes and supports student participation in a number of experiential learning activities.

Model United Nations
Kean University participates in two Model United Nations programs each spring: the Harvard University Model UN and the University of Chicago Model UN. Students participating in the Model UN programs are required to enroll in a seminar course offered by Kean University’s Political Science department. At the Model UN simulations, delegates gain insight into the workings of the United Nations by assuming the roles of UN representatives and by actively participating in the resolution of vital global issues.

Model Organization of American States
The Model Organization of American States (OAS) takes place at the actual OAS headquarters in Washington D.C. Students interested in the Model OAS must enroll in a seminar course offered by Kean’s Political Science department. At the Model OAS program, students learn about parliamentary procedures, caucusing, working groups, and the operations of the OAS General Assembly and its committees. Students are presented with the key economic, social, educational, political, and security issues facing Central and Latin America in order to gain a better understanding of how each member state formulates its foreign policy.

Model African Union
The Model African Union takes place at Howard University, and student participants are required to enroll in two Political Science courses. The Model AU is a simulation of the proceedings of the African Union, which addresses economic, social, and security issues facing the African continent. Students not only participate in a simulation but are briefed by officials at African embassies in Washington, D.C., who share their insight into the patterns of cooperation and conflict that characterize intra-African diplomacy.

Camp David III Seminar & Simulation
During the first week of this 2-week program at the Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars, students participate in a series of seminars about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In the second week, students are assigned to represent Israel, the Palestinians, the Arab countries, the U.S., the United Nations, and other delegations in simulated international peace negotiations. The students work in different committees to resolve issues such as a solution to the Palestinian refugee problem, Israeli settlements, Jerusalem, and the borders of the future
Palestinian state.

Conferences and Other Events
Attending academic conferences, meetings of international organizations, and other special events related to foreign policy is a tremendously effective way to expose students to the field of international affairs. The Institute for Foreign Service & Diplomacy frequently notifies students of such events, which often take place in nearby New York City or Washington D.C. In addition to gaining substantive knowledge, students take advantage of the opportunity to hone networking skills and make inquiries about job and internship openings.