World War II:
World War II was one of the costliest and deadliest wars in human history, creating catastrophic effects on a global level. The build up to the war occured in the 1920’s and 30’s as the majority of Europe was financially struggling from the events of World War I. It was during this instability that major political shifts occurred, including the rise of the Nazi party and Adolf Hitler. Once he rose to power, Hitler formed alliances with Italy, who was led by fascist leader Benito Mussolini, and Japan, who was under the rule of Emperor Hirohito at the time. These three countries and their allies became known as the “Axis Powers.” At this point, tension was starting to rise across Europe, as they could see Germany becoming more and more of a threat on a daily basis. Join this committee to see what happens. Chair: Matthew Evans [email protected] Background Guide |
Senate Of The Galactic Republic: The year is 22 BBY. 10 years ago, in 32 BBY, the galactic megacorporations of the Trade Federation used their internal security forces to initiate an unlawful blockade of the planet Naboo to protest the disenfranchising of the Free Trade Zones of across the Outer Rim. They intended to force the planet’s elected queen, Padmé Amidala, to sign a treaty that would legalize the invasion and make the planet an unregulated trade zone for the corporation. The Republic deployed Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his then Padawan, Obi-Wan Kenobi to deal with the crisis. The two Jedi retrieved the queen and rallied an army of native Gungans and Naboo citizens to deal with the invading security force. They succeeded, but Jinn was slain by an unknown assailant in the Naboo Royal Palace. In the aftermath of the event, the senator from Naboo, Sheev Palpatine, called for a Vote of No Confidence, which would remove Chancellor Finis Valorum from office. Palpatine was then elected Supreme Chancellor of the Republic Senate. What will happen in the Senate of The Galactic Republic? Chair: Jonah Colello [email protected] Background Guide |
Historic Plague:
Plague, commonly known as the “Black Death”, is a disease that stems from the bacteria Yersinia pestis. The disease mostly affects rodents, but transmission by the bite of a flea or the handling of the infected makes it possible for humans to become infected. Once infected with the plague, it only takes a few days to capitulate the disease, resulting in death. The fleas lay dormant in the winter, reducing spread, only to have the fleas resume their ferocious spread of the plague in the spring. On August 29, 1349 the plague that had originated in China spread through international trade, via ships along with the silk road, to Europe, the rest of Asia, and even North Africa. International trade inadvertently started one of the most devastating pandemics in history. The merciless plague spread with a devastating consequence; millions of people quickly infected then dead. Will you be able to stop the plague? Chair: Lauren Hopper [email protected] Background Guide |
Celestial Expansion:
The year is 2067. Earth is deteriorating by the second; resources like food, water, and even oxygen are growing scarce, and water levels, swollen immensely by over-industrialization and rapid climate change, are crowding the already excessively populated human race further and further inland. Amidst the widespread inflation and thick, continent-covering smog, one hope shines bright amongst the world’s most brilliant: space colonization. Over the years, scientists have cracked the formula for efficient space travel and are more than ready to start expanding to the stars, but unfortunately, due to precariously stretched government funding and an array of complications with international diplomacy, government outsourcing, and impending nuclear doom, celestial expansion seems as far away as the cosmos itself. What will you do? Chair: Avery Engstrom [email protected] Background Guide |