The World Affairs Program (WAP) at Florida State University has wrapped up a banner 2025-2026 academic year, cementing its reputation as a powerhouse on the national collegiate circuit. After traveling to conferences from San Francisco to Williamsburg, the team concluded their season with an impressive 146 total points, including 16 Gavels and five Delegation Awards.
WAP is an academic debate team that provides training in negotiation and debate strategies, as well as opportunities to develop leadership and problem-solving skills by engaging with experts on topical global affairs and participating in debate competitions nationwide.
This year, the World Affairs Program achieved significant success in the Southeast and across the country.
In February, eight delegates traveled to Orlando to compete at SUNMUN, hosted by the University of Florida. FSU was awarded the title of Best Small Delegation, earning one Best Delegate Award and a Verbal Commendation.
The team then took their talents to the West Coast, marking their first return to UCBMUN in San Francisco since 2024. The program continued its winning streak in California, earning an Outstanding Delegate Award, an Honorable Delegate Award, and a Verbal Commendation.
The momentum accelerated in the second half of the Spring semester as the program sent delegations to three major conferences in quick succession:
- VICS (University of Virginia): Ten delegates traveled to Charlottesville, coming home with two Best Delegate Awards and one Outstanding Delegate Award.
- ChoMUN (University of Chicago): A team of eight delegates earned two Best Delegate Awards and one Honorable Delegate Award.
- &MUN (William & Mary): In their final showing of the season, ten delegates traveled to Williamsburg and earned an Outstanding Delegate Award and an Honorable Delegate Award.
With 146 points earned over the year, the World Affairs Program remains one of the most successful student organizations in the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy, providing students with unparalleled opportunities for professional development.
For more information about the World Affairs Program at FSU, visit www.fsuwap.org.