Voltaire’s Nightmare:
Dynamic Crisis
A NONTRADITIONAL (DYNAMIC) CRISIS COMMITTEE
ABOUT THIS COMMITTEE
The legacy of Rome, once tarnished and stained, has been claimed by the Frankish and Germanic peoples within Central Europe. Emperor of the Romans Charlemagne has been recognized by the Papacy as the sole legitimate inheritor of the Roman crown. As the new “Holy” Roman Empire navigates a dangerous world full of rivals and heathens alike, will Rome prosper once more?
UNCMUNC XVII’s signature Dynamic Crisis takes delegates through centuries of history within one of the most influential empires in global history, the Holy Roman Empire. Delegates will begin in the 9th century as Charlemagne’s grandchildren fight over their inheritance and scheme to once again reunite the Carolingian Empire. After a new Holy Roman Emperor has been crowned amongst the delegates, time will progress further to simulate other intense and impactful moments in Holy Roman and German history. Delegates will be able to represent multiple roles within this fascinating landscape to debate key issues such as expansion, Imperial legislature, religious conflicts, and the Empire’s role as defender of Christendom.
The famous French philosopher Voltaire once described the Holy Roman Empire as "Neither Holy, nor Roman, nor an Empire.”
Let’s put that to the test, shall we?
Advanced Committee Statement:
This Dynamic Crisis Committee is designated as an advanced UNCMUNC committee, alongside the Ad-Hoc and 24-hour committees. Awards earned in these advanced committees will receive a 1.25 weighting in the calculation of delegation awards. Advanced committees feature more complex mechanics and are best suited for highly experienced delegates, who are strongly encouraged to apply.
THe Dais
Crisis Director
Aiden Lang
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Aiden is a UNC sophomore studying Biology and History. He has been an avid delegate since his freshman year of high school, serving as Head Delegate and attending countless conferences across the East Coast. Aiden is a huge fan of diplomatic and Austrian history (AEIOU), so he was beyond excited to deliver a MUN committee on Holy Roman History.
Associate Crisis Director
Emily Raspanti
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Emily is a sophomore double-majoring in Communications and Business Administration, and is passionate about public speaking, strategy, and collaborative problem-solving. Outside of academics, she enjoys spending time with friends and playing volleyball. Emily can’t wait to help build an engaging committee experience with UNCMUNC XII!
Associate Crisis Director
Mallory Atkins
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Mallory Atkins is a sophomore from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with a double major in Public Policy and Peace, War, and Defense. Mallory has staffed several conferences during her time at UNC and is super excited to see how this committee plays out!
Head CHair
Patricia Yu
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Patricia Yu is a sophomore double-majoring in political science and public policy, with research interests in social justice. This is her second year with UNCMUNC, and she is very excited to meet and work with everyone. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, music, and movies.
Deputy Chair
Samanvi Kotagiri
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Samanvi Kotagiri is a sophomore at UNC-Chapel Hill, majoring in biology with a chemistry minor. She loves animals and hopes to pursue a future in medicine. Outside of class, you can find her with a good book, binge-watching movies, or trying out new local food spots around Chapel Hill.