Bylaws + Policies

Please carefully read the following bylaws and policies. These terms and policies are non-negotiable, and their enforcement is at the discretion of the DUMUNC Secretariat and Duke University. Advisors, delegates, or delegations found in violation of any of these terms and policies will be immediately asked to leave the conference. Any questions about these terms and policies should be brought to the attention of the Co-Secretary Generals, who can be reached at dukemodelun@gmail.com

Advisor Policies

- No advisor or chaperone may be under the age of 21. Each delegation is required to have a minimum of two advisors.

- Each delegation is required to have a minimum of two advisors. No exceptions.

- No delegate or delegation is permitted to enter the conference without at least one advisor. This includes all committee sessions, break sessions, and social events, INCLUDING THE DELEGATE DANCE. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY.

-Any delegate or delegation found to be in violation of this policy will be asked to immediately leave the conference center until an advisor is present in the building. Repeated violations of this policy will result in dismissal from the conference due to legal and safety concerns regarding minors.

- No advisor or delegate will be allowed to enter the conference center without their nametag, issued to each participant upon registration on the first day of the conference.

Inclement Weather Policies

- The entire conference will be cancelled in the event that an inclement weather or other major event prompts the closure of Duke University. Closure of Duke University is at the discretion of the school administration—DUMUNC staff and the Duke International Relations Association have no authority on the matter. In the event of a conference cancellation, all advisors will be promptly notified via email as soon as possible.

- In the event of conference closure before the beginning of Opening Ceremonies on February 20, 2026, all delegations will be fully refunded all delegate and school fees. We will not reimburse for lost costs associated with travel or accommodations.

Other Policies

- During the conference, all advisors and delegates are subject to all regional and federal laws of North Carolina and the United States of America.

- Furthermore, all advisors and delegates will be subject to all Duke University rules and regulations. Violation of any law or Duke University regulation will be handled by the administration of Duke University, no exceptions.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO DISMISS ANY DELEGATE, ADVISOR, OR DELEGATION FROM THE CONFERENCE AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON.

Code of Conduct

General Code of Conduct

Any suspected violation of North Carolina and federal law will be referred to the proper authority for investigation and adjudication. These violations include, but are not limited to:

Throwing objects out of windows
Misuse of the fire extinguishers and alarms
Any kind of discriminatory conduct
Sexual harassment
Theft
Verbal and physical assault
Use of any object in a dangerous manner
Possession of any weapon, flammable device, or other dangerous object
Possession, purchase, sale or consumption of any illegal substance by participants
Delegates will not consume alcoholic beverages during the conference
Delegates will not disturb other university students

Committee Code of Conduct

Western Business Attire is required for all committee sessions; exceptions may only be granted by the Co-Secretary Generals and Committee Chairs.
All delegates must attend all committee sessions. Committee Chairs must be notified in advance of delegate absences.
Delegates must arrive to committee sessions on time.
Delegates will be respectful to fellow delegates and staff during committee session. Excessive noise and/or any activities that disrupt the flow of committee will not be tolerated.

Internet & Laptop Policies

Delegates are permitted to use laptops at any time when committees are not in session.
Unless permitted by a Committee Chair, laptop use is not permitted in committee rooms while committees are in session.

Lost & Stolen Items Policies

Delegates are responsible for all personal belongings, including but not limited to: laptops, digital cameras, cell phones, and wallets.
To avoid theft, please do not leave any personal belongings unattended.