Designated Survivor
Topic Summary
Welcome to the Designated Survivor Specialized Bodies Committee at HMUN 2026! In this committee, the future of America is being challenged while the country grapples with one of the most devastating attacks against its government yet. The President, her Cabinet, and all members of Congress have been killed in a deliberate attack on the U.S. Capitol, and now the former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development is now President. As members of her cabinet, you will be tasked with steering America’s governance as she grapples with the ramifications of this deadly strike. The country faces a barrage of international and domestic threats, and the President needs your help now more than ever. How can you defend America from these forces? Who might have been responsible for this affront to the country? Secrets will emerge, plots will be unveiled, and America’s fate will be squarely in your hands. Brace yourselves.
Dearest Delegates,
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia Mills and I am so excited to be acting as your director for this specialized bodies committee at HMUN! I am from Boca Raton, Florida and am completing a double concentration in Government and Economics with a secondary in Romance Languages and Civilizations (eu estou estudando português :))
My journey in Model UN started my freshman year when my roommate took me to an info meeting and I was hooked. The sense of community and topics covered really intrigued me and I decided to give it a try! Now, I compete on the college circuit, which is an amazing experience, and I have met so many amazing people on this new venture.
Beyond Model UN, I am a part of the political review and Caribbean club (big up Trinidad/Dominica). I LOVE to watch tv shows/movies (please give me recs). Anywhere from Marvel to reality tv is right up my alley! You can often find me watching insta reels or listening to show tunes - I am a bit of a theater kid…
As we embark on this committee, I am eager to witness your innovation, collaboration, and passion. As someone who has found a great community within MUN, I will look towards delegates who foster this sense of community through not just their research prowess, but how they embrace the spirit of community by actively engaging with and supporting fellow delegates. This committee is fun so get excited!!
I can't wait to step into the room with you all this upcoming winter, and if there are any questions or concerns you all have please do not hesitate to contact me!
Don’t forget the recs,
Sophia Mills
Director, Designated Survivor
Harvard Model United Nations 2026