I joined MUN because I wanted to participate in discussion of world issues and learn more. So far has been a good experience. But, I'm starting to get a bit annoyed, because it is starting to move away from what I've thought.
Ignorance
I honestly don't know why some people are in this club. Ok, you are assigned to a country, so do the homework, a.k.a. the fucking research on your country's foreign policy. There have been cases where US team up with Russia, China, and Venezuela on a resolution paper. Uh, hello? Last time I checked my world history the three latter countries don't have the same interests. You are supposed to represent. That's it, represent. If your country says it doesn't want to work with certain countries, you shouldn't. And it annoys me more when those people try to justify their resolution papers when really, they don't know a thing.
Nonsense
When it comes to debate on resolving an issue, it's hopeless. For instance, last meeting the scenario was like this:
Topic: Conflict in Gaza
Question: How should the UN enforce a cease-fire on both sides?
Content of Debate:
- It's Hamas' fault
- It's Israel's fault
- 900 women are dying
- Some random proposal involving Santa Claus and amusement parks
What the fuck? Are you serious? The entire debates are so off track. That's why I barely talk and listen.
Pretense
Around October, we were informed by our executives that two people will be selected based on weekly performance to Global MUN that is held by UN itself in Geneva, Switzerland. Yup, you go there, you'll meet Secretary General and other important UN figures. Well, yea that's definitely something to mention on your resume or applicaiton for anything. Since then people would just go up and talk nonsense, just to impress the executives. Everytime I hear that, I snooze. Like hardcore. And they all act so close and personal with them.
Conclusion
I guess drama never solely belonged to high school.
January 16, 2009
January 10, 2009
Strike Rant
This strike is getting on my nerves.
Everything is so messed up.
All the union members have been on strike for over two months. Two months of my academic year were just wasted. UGHHH.
I honestly don't understand the rationale behind their actions. Ok, you don't like what the university is paying you, but frankly I'm pretty sure that's everyone. Additionally, you don't have to drag 50,000 students down with you. Like, hello, be considerate. Yea, it may seem like you're a soldier fighting in this corporate capitalist war, but really you're just making yourself look bad among the university.
Some of the TAs are graduating this year too, so what's the point if you get your demands? You wouldn't get them in the end. Plus, how dare you to ask for benefits of full-time workers when you don't work as much? Some of my friends have said that before strike happened they only had like 5 tutorials out of total of 20. This is ridiculous. If you're not doing the job, you don't deserve the benefits. Simple as that. And, your TA job is just part-time. No one says it's mandatory to your studies. If you don't like it you can quit it or postpone your studies and go straight into the workforce.
Considering the economic situation now, damn, they seriously got guts to demand more money. At first, about 45% increase in wages. That's like millions of dollar more in the university's budget. If the school can't get it, guess where they'll get it from? Students. Yea, you guys say you're under the poverty line, but there are people in this world, for your inforation, who are but DON'T have jobs. Honestly be thankful that you do. It disgusts me when those who have complain they don't have.
Okay, let's say we go back to soon as early as next week. Hmm, Reading Week has already been cancelled. University said there will be 13 more days of class from fall semester, which is immediately followed by 12 days of exams. In those 14 days of class, we can cram all those 4 weeks of reading in a week and hand in all assignments (which I doubt the TAs will mark). But, I wouldn't learn anything. Or, we can forget about the readings we haven't touched and start reviewing. I still wouldn't learn anything. Moreover, the winter term is cut short too, so it'd be hustle, hustle, hustle!
Anyway, enough of this crap. No matter how much I rant, nothing can be done nor changed. This strike definitely has made a totally different year. Crappier? Maybe. Just want it to end.
Everything is so messed up.
All the union members have been on strike for over two months. Two months of my academic year were just wasted. UGHHH.
I honestly don't understand the rationale behind their actions. Ok, you don't like what the university is paying you, but frankly I'm pretty sure that's everyone. Additionally, you don't have to drag 50,000 students down with you. Like, hello, be considerate. Yea, it may seem like you're a soldier fighting in this corporate capitalist war, but really you're just making yourself look bad among the university.
Some of the TAs are graduating this year too, so what's the point if you get your demands? You wouldn't get them in the end. Plus, how dare you to ask for benefits of full-time workers when you don't work as much? Some of my friends have said that before strike happened they only had like 5 tutorials out of total of 20. This is ridiculous. If you're not doing the job, you don't deserve the benefits. Simple as that. And, your TA job is just part-time. No one says it's mandatory to your studies. If you don't like it you can quit it or postpone your studies and go straight into the workforce.
Considering the economic situation now, damn, they seriously got guts to demand more money. At first, about 45% increase in wages. That's like millions of dollar more in the university's budget. If the school can't get it, guess where they'll get it from? Students. Yea, you guys say you're under the poverty line, but there are people in this world, for your inforation, who are but DON'T have jobs. Honestly be thankful that you do. It disgusts me when those who have complain they don't have.
Okay, let's say we go back to soon as early as next week. Hmm, Reading Week has already been cancelled. University said there will be 13 more days of class from fall semester, which is immediately followed by 12 days of exams. In those 14 days of class, we can cram all those 4 weeks of reading in a week and hand in all assignments (which I doubt the TAs will mark). But, I wouldn't learn anything. Or, we can forget about the readings we haven't touched and start reviewing. I still wouldn't learn anything. Moreover, the winter term is cut short too, so it'd be hustle, hustle, hustle!
Anyway, enough of this crap. No matter how much I rant, nothing can be done nor changed. This strike definitely has made a totally different year. Crappier? Maybe. Just want it to end.
January 7, 2009
Au Revoir
Au revoir, Taiwan.
It had been a great 3 weeks.
Thank you for the time with my family, friends, and Morrison
I have learned and been motivated so much
Family's positive expectation for me
Friends' encouragement, catch up, stories, and goals
Visiting Morrison: Seeing new buildings, connecting with old friends, but the most significant part of the visit was seeing Hans Rempel, giving him my condolence for Jeni
Je te retournerai, Taiwan
Je promets.
Salut, Canada.
It had been a great 3 weeks.
Thank you for the time with my family, friends, and Morrison
I have learned and been motivated so much
Family's positive expectation for me
Friends' encouragement, catch up, stories, and goals
Visiting Morrison: Seeing new buildings, connecting with old friends, but the most significant part of the visit was seeing Hans Rempel, giving him my condolence for Jeni
Je te retournerai, Taiwan
Je promets.
Salut, Canada.
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