Historical Committee

Dear Delegates,

Welcome to the Historical Committee! We are thrilled to be working with you in this extraordinarily innovative and exciting simulation. As members of the Mexican and American War Cabinets, you will be re-enacting the Mexican American War while reshaping the course of events with new ideas, perspectives, and approaches.  You will be given free reign to determine not only the substantive course, but also the outcome of the war.

We do not want to brag, but the Historical Committee is destined to be one of the coolest, most intense, and creative committees at Harvard Model Congress 2009. Let us just say your fellow delegates will wish they were on HistCom. Get ready for twists, turns, espionage, and a dramatic unfolding of historical events. Here’s a little bit more about your chairs.

Alexandra Courtis is a sophomore pursuing a joint-concentration in Chemistry & Environmental Science and Public Policy. On campus, she is also involved with the International Relations Council, Harvard Model Congress Europe, and Harvard Model UN. Alexandra plays the piano and loves target shooting, running, and doing research in inorganic chemistry.

Remen Okoruwa is a sophomore planning to concentrate in Biomedical and Engineering Sciences. He devotes his time to the Small Claims Advisory Service and the Harvard Science Review, in addition to Harvard Model Congress. Remen enjoys running and is an avid soccer fan.

As a final note, we want to make sure this committee is inclusive of all academic backgrounds and experience-levels. Please do not feel that you have to be a history buff or RISK aficionado to enjoy and contribute to the committee. With that said, you will be representing historical figures with strident opinions and must be prepared to present these views, and present them often.  HistComm, by its nature, requires that delegates be outspoken, speak thoughtfully, and have strong interpersonal skills.  If you have any questions about the structure of the committee, how to prepare for the simulation, or if you just want to chat, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

We look forward to meeting you!

Warm wishes,


Alexandra Courtis
courtis@fas.harvard.edu

Remen Okoruwa
okoruwa@fas.harvard.edu