The NYMUNL Board
Meet our team of students from across NYC!
Dari Zell
Co-Founder, Executive Director
Hi I’m Dari, a Senior at Bard High School Early College Queens. I’ve been doing Model UN since freshman year and this is my second year on board. When I’m not doing something MUN related I’m probably debating, listening to music, or swimming. Can't wait for this season.
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Augie Emmanuel
Financial Director
Hi! I’m Augie, a senior at Dalton. I’ve been a member of the Model UN team since freshman year. Outside of MUN, I love to play sports such as soccer and tennis, and love to hang out with my friends.
Zach Odunsi
Media Director
Hi, I’m Zach! I’m a senior at the Institute for Collaborative Education. I’m a member of my school’s model un club where I take on the role of both delegate and conference photographer. Outside of model UN I play soccer and the piano. I also love photography and spending time in the outdoors. I can’t wait to take the organizations social media presence to the next level.
Alexander Doft
Travel Director & DG of the NYMUNLC
Hi! I’m Alexander and I’m a Junior at Horace Mann. I’ve been doing Model United Nations since sixth grade. Outside of MUN, you can find me cooking, building legos, or reading some of my favorite authors: Leigh Bardugo, Oscar Wilde, and Lucretius. I’m so excited for another great year of Model UN!
Olivia Lam
Outreach Director
Hi! My name is Olivia Lam, and I am a junior at Bronx Science. I have been in Model UN since my freshman year, and currently serve as Outreach Director in the league. When I’m not MUNing, you can find me at my lab working with cell cultures, pole vaulting, or playing doubles for BxSci’s tennis team. I’m so excited for our second season!
Darissel Martinez
Conference Director
Hi my name's Darissel! I'm a senior and the president of the NYC iSchool MUN club. Some of my favorite things outside of model UN are listening to music, watching video essays, and street photography. I'm so excited to see what we can do together and the awesome conferences we can make this year!
Scheherazade Schonfeld
Education &Curriculum Director
Hi, I’m Zadie! I’m a junior at Hunter College High School. This is my fifth year doing MUN, and my third serving on Hunter’s Secretariat. Outside of MUN, I love debate, journalism, and running track. So excited for a great year!
Steven Jin Seo
Outreach Department
Hi! My name is Steven and I’m a senior at The Bronx High School of Science. I’ve been doing MUN since my freshman year and I am the newly elected Secretary General of Bronx Science’s MUN team. Outside of MUN, I play varsity lacrosse, like to read philosophy, and spend time with my family. Looking forward to a great year!
Kate Kostyscheva
Outreach Department
Hi! I am Kate, a rising junior at the High School for Math, Science and Engineering. MUN has been one of my favorite and defining highlights of my high school experience. Besides Model UN you’ll usually find me at taekwondo, binge watching Netflix or exploring new spots with my friends. I’m honored to be on the board this year and can’t wait to continue contributing to the MUN community.
Kaylin Strachn
Outreach Department
Hello All! This is my first year doing Model UN however I have participated in model Congress as well. During my free time I enjoy learning new languages, dancing & meeting new people. I am fully committed to meeting & becoming apart of this Model UN Family!
Dino Bicaj
Conference Department
Hey I’m Dino (Pronounced Dee-Know)! I’m a sophomore at Bard High School Early College Queens. This will be my second year in MUN and I’m thrilled for this upcoming season. Outside of MUN I’m on the math team and I also train Brazilian jiujitsu. I’m also a lover of philosophy.
Ione Coursen
Conference Department
Hi! I’m Ione. I’m a senior at the Institute for Collaborative Education. I’ve been doing Model UN for 2 years. I love crisis committees, learning ASL, reading true crime, and listening to Ethel Cain. I’m so excited to be a part of the conference department!
Iggy Higgins
Conference Department
Hello! I’m Iggy Higgins, a senior at the High School of Art and Design. I’m co-secretary general of my school’s MUN team. When I’m not preparing for conferences, I like to play guitar, write songs, draw, and walk around Brooklyn. I’m looking forward to playing my part in spreading Model UN across NYC!
Anna Rodriguez
Conference Department
Hi everyone!! I'm Anna and I am a junior at Bronx Science. This is my third year on MUN and I am currently the Under-Secretary General of the team. Outside of MUN, I love to run, read, and explore the city with friends. Looking forward to an amazing season!
Navraj Singh
Education & Curriculum Department
Hey everyone! I’m Navraj Singh, a senior at Herricks High School. I’ve been involved in Model UN since my sophomore year and have had the honor of serving on the board since junior year. Outside of MUN, I’m passionate about fitness, catching up on sleep, and occasionally diving into writing a book.
Dunya Keskin
Education & Curriculum Department
Hi! I’m Dunya, a junior at Art and Design High School. This is my second full year being in Model UN and I’m super excited for this opportunity to work with everyone through the education department! In my spare time I like to play guitar, do henna, and take geography quizzes on sporcle. I’m looking forward to a great year!
Audrey Grueber-Hoang
Education & Curriculum Department
Hi! I’m Audrey, a senior at Harvest Collegiate High School and this is my fourth year involved in Model UN! I am currently serving as my school’s MUN Club President/Secretary General. Outside of Model UN, I'm a swimmer, and I love writing and making music. I am so excited for an amazing season and to see what this year brings!