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Great Tour this Past Saturday with Randy Vines!
After a rainy week, we had a perfect crisp and sunny day for our Cherokee Street Tour this past Saturday. Highlights of the morning included learning a bit about Randy's history and commitment to the area; hearing how Pianos for People, a non-profit, provides free piano lessons for St. Louis-area children; and hearing the history of Love Bank Park and upcoming plans to make it even more vibrant and accessible. Following a yummy lunch of Mexican cuisine at Taqueria El Bronco, we walked to the former Cherokee statue site and heard the history of its original installation and recent removal. We ended up back at StL Style House, owned by Randy and his twin brother, Jeff. Shopping in their fun and eclectic store of unique St. Louis merchandise was a great topper to the tour!
Click here to see photos from the event.
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High School Model UN--Sign up NOW!
What should schools and students be doing for Model UN preparation?
- Once students know their countries, they need to sign up for the draft on the Civitas Google Form. Click here to sign up.
- All delegates should begin country research. There are two helpful worksheets of basic research questions on our website under Resources to help get started. Begin paying attention to current events in your country.
- Schedule a visit from Stephanie to your group or club to answer questions and review the delegate handbook. This is optional, but very helpful.
- Write a resolution on an issue that concerns you, using the helpful resources and samples on our website. Writing a resolution is also optional, but we do like to have at least one per school submitted.
- Attend the optional Resolution Writing drop-in workshop in the Civitas office on Saturday, November 13. You can also get feedback on resolution drafts via email.
- Submit final resolutions (via email) NO LATER THAN the Wednesday evening before your MUN session. We must have time to put all resolutions together for final printing to provide at the MUN session.
- Attend your Session! Dress code is business casual. Arrive at least 15 minutes early to check -in and get settled.
Resolutions due by Wed., Nov. 17 for Model UN Session A (9:00 am-12:00 pm) on Saturday, November 20 at Webster University (same location as country draft).
Resolutions due by Wed., Dec. 1 for Model UN Session C (9:00 am-12:00 pm) on Saturday, December 4, via ZOOM.
Resolutions due by Wed., Dec. 8 for Model UN Session D (9:00 am-12:00 pm) on Saturday, December 11 at Webster University.
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Sign Up for a Riveting Presentation & Discussion with Santi on Nov. 6 in the Civitas Office!
As a Civitas intern this past summer, Santi Lugo (a current senior at Parkway West High School) opted to explore a global perspective of Latinx and Latin-American racial discrimination, widening the U.S. lens to include centuries of historical influences. On Saturday, November 6 from 10:00 am until noon, Santi will share his final research conclusions. After his presentation and Q & A related to it, we will look at other racial discrimination stories happening in the world today. We will also chat about topics much closer to home, including the stresses and positives of the school year so far.
Click here to sign up now for an informative and fun morning of casual talk and sharing!
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UN Day Celebration this Saturday, Oct. 23--Open to all!
 
Igho Ekakitie, a graduate student majoring in International/Global Studies at Webster University, will facilitate the morning's agenda. Born in the Niger-Delta region of Nigeria, in a small town called Sapele, Igho came to the U.S. for high school, undergraduate school, and now graduate school. He has served as a delegate at the United Nations Youth Assembly and is currently a board member of UNA-StL. And in all of his spare time, Igho hosts a podcast. Click here to check it out!
The morning will also include live performances, awards to local people working towards UN goals, and more.
The UN Day (morning) celebration this Saturday, October 23 will be held on the Webster University campus. Food and drinks will be available. This is a free event open to anyone interested.
Click here to sign up!
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Pulitzer Center Contest for Students grades K-12:
Writing Letters to Government Officials
Students are invited to make their voices heard this election season by writing a letter to an elected representative that summarizes a global issue, explains how it connects to their local community, and proposes a solution. Through this contest, students can practice persuasive writing, civic action, and global citizenship, all while exploring the underreported issues that matter to them.
- Eligibility: Any current K-12 student in the United States or globally may enter. Letters may be written in English and/or Spanish. High school, middle school, and elementary entries will be judged separately.
- Prizes: First place winners will receive $100 to support global community engagement in the classroom (prize distributed to the class teacher). Winners and finalists will have their letters, photos, and bios featured on the Pulitzer Center website.
- Deadline: Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 11:59pm EST
Please visit pulitzercenter.org/LocalLetters for complete contest guidelines, and resources including a step-by-step graphic organizer, evaluation rubric, and introductory slide presentation.
Want a member of the Pulitzer Center education team to introduce the contest in your classroom? Reach out to schedule a free, virtual workshop between the dates of September 15 and November 13, 2021!
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Saturday, October 23, 2021
UN Day Celebration with United Nations Association, 10:00 am-12:00 pm at Webster University.
Register here.
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Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Civitas Office
Civitas intern and Parkway West senior, Santi Lugo will discuss Latinx racial differences.
Register here.
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Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 10:00 am
Drop-in day for HSMUN resolution-writing help and feedback and basic MUN prep.
(Registration coming soon!)
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Saturday, November 20, 2021, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Session A of Model UN at Webster University.
Register here.
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Saturday, December 4, 2021, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Session C of Model UN via Zoom.
Register here.
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Saturday, December 11, 2021, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Session D of Model UN at Webster University.
Register here.
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Girls sit on a couch from a home overlooking Kabul, Afghanistan, on Thursday, October 14 . Bulent Kilic/AFP/Getty Images |
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This past week at the United Nations
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