Application deadline: Saturday, 11 November

Be on the BYUMEU team for the 2018 West Coast MEU Competition.

Model European Union (MEU) is a simulation experience for you to gain understanding of the European Union. As a class, you will receive hands-on learning to employ these diplomatic skills: public speaking, negotiation, research, writing, and collaboration.

Qualifications

Team members must have completed one year at BYU, preferably have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and must have completed or be currently enrolled in POLI 341, POLI 347, or EUROP 200.

Course Information

IAS 397R MEU Class (3 credit hours): Winter semester weekly labs and extensive independent research.

West Coast MEU competition at the University of Washington, 23–24 February, expenses covered by BYU and Washington.

Option to audit and secure a spot on the 2019 MEU team.

Topics

CFSP Reforms—Turkey and Battlegroups
CAP Reforms—Rural Development and Food Security

Countries BYU will Represent

Austria
Germany
Ireland

Application Process

Before the 11 November deadline, please submit a CV and a short statement (200–300 words) about why you are interested and what country or topic you would prefer to byumeu@gmail.com.

Interviews: Thursday, 30 November
Team announcement: Friday, 1 December

Direct questions to student assistants Lauren Vidler and Hannah Pugh at byumeu@gmail.com or Professor Liz Jevtic-Somlai at elizabeta_jevtic-somlai@byu.edu.