Interested in debate, foreign affairs, or meeting new people at UVA and from around the country?

Look out for VICS XXIX Staff Applications in Fall 2025!


Look out for applications in the fall to help UVA manage and organize an incredible weekend of fruitful debate, meet students from other universities, and expand your skillset. Learn more and apply above!

VICS (the Virginia International Crisis Simulation) is a collegiate Model UN crisis conference hosted by the International Relations Organization (IRO) at UVA. VICS XXIX will take place March 27-30, 2025 and will host over 300 college students from around the country. Over the course of the conference, you will meet students from UVA and other universities, establish valuable connections, and develop important skills. No formal experience or prior knowledge is required. All those interested are encouraged to apply! Training will be provided.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about positions or their applications, please contact VICS XXIX’s Chief of Staff, Lauren Hensley, at cos@iro-vics.org