TUESDAY APRIL 23ND 2013 YEAR 13 NUMBER 2

Keynote Speaker
Why should I care for debating?
Ary Ferreira da Cunha, the World Debating Champion, made himself available to be in Colgio Internato dos Carvalhos, enrolling as the keynote speaker for the XIII CICMUN. Later, when we get home and this experience belongs to the past, well probably wonder Why did it matter? and thats how Ary began his brilliant speech, focusing on debating and its purpose. Why should we debate? he firstly asks and then answers: we should debate because it changes us, it changes society, it makes you care and we need people who care. It makes you value yourself and opens horizons. Ary also explained that it is very important to start as soon as possible, saying I wish I had started younger. I was afraid of being vulnerable in public. Focusing on the MUN itself, this young speaker stated that debating the question of fighting terrorism in the Middle East, the immigration or the European problems is an important way to change the world and, as he said, Whats cooler than that? As a final advice to all the young public, Ary encouraged the audience to grow up fast, bright and empower themselves. They desperately need to, because someone out there actually cares.
Mnica Rodrigues Pinho Raquel Sequeira

The Lobbying
The 13th CICMUN started off with the opening ceremony, where the organization team expressed their vows of good luck to all the presents. The lobbying began immediately, and the delegates moved directly to the room according to their issues. Although the majority of students were from CIC, they all exchanged different points of view. Between the discussions, it was realized that everyone was feeling excited and interested, and the main goal was clear: finding the right resolutions. The resolutions approved were submitted by the United States, India and Libya. As the end of the first day of CICMUN arrived, a feeling of accomplishment and joy overwhelmed all the involved. Next step: day 2!

Whats inside The Insider?

Keynote Speaker The Lobbying Funny Notes Photos Comments about the MUN What They Said What you didnt know about Legends The Team

INTERVIEW TO ARY FERREIRA DA CUNHA

The press team had the privilege to ask a few questions to Ary Ferreira da Cunha, and he gladly responded.
Firstly, were in CICMUN so we must ask you, whats your opinion about this kind of experiences? It is very important for young people to speak with each other, to debate, to be in someone elses shoes, to address people who have very different opinions from their own. a bit nervous but as you speak more and more, to larger audiences, the nervous feeling you have actually diminishes. It is very important for you to speak as much as you can, because feeling nervous is not a bad thing per say, it is when it blocks you. Getting a little nervous is also good for you, so youll never stop preparing your speech. this prize, but we thought that, when this eventually happened, we would be old. Who are your biggest inspirations? When I was young, I had a passion for JFK. He was a brilliant speaker. Then, I was very moved by Martin Luther Kings speeches. Today, Id say Barack Obama, whom I admire deeply as a politician and as a speaker. Last but not the least, whats your vision towards your future? Thats a tough one. Im doing a PhD in Law, so thats basically what Ill be doing for the next years. The rest I dont know (smiles).

We have to ask this. How does it feel like to be the World Debating Champion? It feels very unreal, especially because we only started this two years ago, so achievDo you ever get that nervous feeling ing something like that so soon is amazing. when youre speaking in public? We wanted this for the University of It diminishes a little over time. When you Oporto, but we never thought it would have some extra pressure, you always feel be us. We started this for others to win

Mnica Rodrigues Pinho Raquel Sequeira

OPINIONS ABOUT THE CICMUN

On their way to the coffee break, some students from different schools shared their opinions on this years CICMUN. When asked what their favourite moment was so far, they answered:

Gustavo Sarmento, CAISL

- I really enjoyed lobbying because I was able to talk to people and present my country's point of view.

Ins Pimentel, CLIB

- The Keynote speakers presentation was definitely my favourite part!

Mikola Stasyuk, CIC

- The Keynote Speakers part was fantastic!

LEGENDS
Joo Freitas, last years Deputy Secretary General, and Daniela Marques, Head of Housing two years ago , came to visit this edition of the MUN and gently answered to some questions. Glad to be back, Joo emphasized the experience of speaking in public that he got from the MUNs he enrolled: The MUN helps us have a real perception of some things we might not be living but that are happening, and its really good.Daniela, on her behalf, states that it was very good for her personal development because of the contact you ought to have with many people. Both studying Law at the Catholic University in Oporto, they still participate in the ELSA MUN, of the European Law Students Association, which actually was originally founded by a CIC student ten years ago.
Mnica Rodrigues Pinho Sabine Rocha

OPENING SPEECHES
As usual, after the initial presentation of the Keynote Speaker, it was time for the mandatory speeches to start. Therefore, the countries shared their principles and points of view in front of all the other nations. one of the members, Greece, stated that it wants its formal glory back, and that the Greeks, with help from the Eurozone members, will try to write a better ending for their country. Besides, Russia expressed its concerns towards the economic measures set by Germany, affirming that all the countries should have equal The first group of countries, included Afghanistan, Austria, and Cyprus economic benefits. One of the countries involved in spoke, and one of the emergent econothe Middle East conflicts, Iran, stated that mies, China, is worried about the repercussions of the European economic crisis USA needs to stop controlling everything, and about the conflict between the Middle to what USA replied that it was shocked by those statements after all the efforts to East countries themselves. maintain peace in the Middle East, which is Both Germany and France, two of the one of this countrys main goals. Also, principal European economies are worried about the debt crisis and are planning Israel, Pakistan and South Arabia declared to help the European Union members as that the mass murder in the region needs well as they can, plus, Italy asked all the to come to an end, so as terrorism. UN members to try to come to an under- After all the mandatory speeches, it was standing concerning this problem. And time for the debate to start.
Sabine Rocha Ana Beatriz Pereira

Funny Notes
To: South Korea From: Belize Can you teach us how to be GENTLEMAN?

To: Netherlands From: Brazil Point of personal privilege. Sorry nothing personal. No worries, it was funny :)

To: India From: Egypt Hey #gatosnoturnos. Tipo no prximo break lets find Israel and other countries muahaha! #PirigutesDLuxo!

To: Iraq From: Pakistan Can we borrow you some petrol? Oh, and do you already have nuclear weapons? Or is Toysrus still closed?

To: Albania From: San Marino You ate my cookie -.- Although we only have 1/10 of Gaias population, our nation will be avenged Muahahaha.

To: Arabic League From: Belize We are a peaceful country, we do not want problems. If we give you a Playstation, can we expect to be safe?

To: Jordan From: Poland What do you think about the situation of your country? Basketball is our strong side!!

To: Costa Rica From: Senegal I think your country is interesting, how do I get in? Next Friday, you can get in. Love you X.O.X.O

More Legends
Jos Ribeiro, last years Head of Press, also spoke to the Press Team. Whats your opinion about this CICMUN edition? Its being very interesting and Im finding exciting to see juniors and seniors participating and debating. Last year you were head of Press. Whats the feeling now that you are a guest? It feels a bit strange and, at the same time, really good. I just want to participate again. Its a whole new vision, and it feels like the time flies while being a member. As a guest, its both good and sad, but I also feel very proud to know that I was a part of this huge experience. Since youve been Head of Press, I assume youre majoring on something related to Journalism. Is that true? Im in Languages and Business relations at Aveiro University, Are you planning on coming again and maybe participating in the CICMUN legends as a delegate? Yes, it would be a new and exciting experience. Raquel Sequeira Sabine Rocha

ACROSS 1 It's an island near Florida, but not in the USA. 2 Its southern part in almost in Antarctica. 3 Its capitol is Tripoli. 4 Its neighbors are Norway and Finland. 5 The second part of its name is RICA. 6 Its name comes from Rome, but it's not Italian. 7 It's in the north of Africa. 8 Some people confuse its name with Australia. 9 Jewish people founded this country. 10 It is a nextdoor neighbor to 9 across and you'll find pyramids there. DOWN 1 Its capitol is Bogot. 2 Rio is a famous city there. 3 It's in North America but not in the USA. 4 The language you are using now comes from there. 5 It has the second largest population in the world. 6 It's in the same group of countries as 4 across. 7 It's in Asia, and the first part of the name is what you do with a song. 8 It's the USA's neighbor to the south. 9 Some people confuse its name with 8 across. 10 It's on the Black sea and next to Russia.

The Press Team

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