A Letter from the Secretary-General

Dear Delegates,

It is my honor to welcome you to the twenty-ninth iteration of the Virginia International Crisis Simulation, held on the historic Grounds of the University of Virginia from March 27–30, 2025. From chairing my first-ever MUN committee my first year, to serving in a brand-new Secretariat role my second year, this conference has given me innumerable chances to learn and grow—I hope many of you can say the same. This year, I have the privilege of leading VICS. This job entails two tasks: overseeing the unmatched hard work of our Secretariat, staff, and delegates, as well as fostering the unique and intangible Spirit of VICS that has drawn students from across the country to Charlottesville for nearly three decades.

Each year, VICS brings together collegiate delegates to negotiate creative solutions to crises in the past, present, and future. This year, VICS commits itself to a spirit of innovation and fun both inside and outside of the committee room. In committee, expect nothing less than the best delegate experience possible—we promise riveting debate, high-quality staffing, and continued support from Secretariat to ensure all delegates create memorable experiences in their committee rooms. Outside of debate, VICS strives to create an unparalleled weekend experience. I hope you’re all looking forward to our fun-filled social scene that is renowned across the collegiate MUN circuit—personally, my favorite part of VICS is seeing delegates bond with one another on a refreshing walk around Grounds, over lunch on the Corner, or on the dance floor of VICSer. With high-level debate and exciting events post-committee, I encourage you all to maximize your time on Grounds with the many opportunities VICS has to offer.

As a final note, I encourage you to attend VICS for the same reason I have decided to lead it: the amazing community of people who make this conference happen and keep the Spirit of VICS alive and thriving. Please feel free to personally contact me at sg@iro-vics.org or click the ‘contact’ button to reach out to us. I can’t wait to see you in Charlottesville this March! 

Emmett O’Brien

Secretary-General

VICS XXIX