Trigger Warning! According to Merriam-Webster, the literal meaning of bullying is ‘the abuse and mistreatment of someone vulnerable by someone strong or more powerful.’ According to statistics, approximately 160,000 teens have skipped school because of bullying. There could be various reasons as to why this may happen; firstly, stating the obvious: bullying might be so extreme that students may not have the mental capacity to … Continue reading Social Awareness regarding bullying: What can be done

Disclaimer: The ideas and perspectives implied in this article are derived from personal and academic experiences, as well as things I have studied in the past. I do not claim to be objectively right, since my knowledge can never be absolutely adequate. We have all either held or heard certain notions, or seen them commonly put into action; whether it be on social media, in … Continue reading 3 Common Notions That Will Slowly Ruin You

I have often referred to myself as ‘an avid reveller in the MUN Circuit’, especially in interviews or volunteer applications, and other such platforms where we are made to slave away in the prospect of building portfolios, following the formula we’re told is essential for any of us to get somewhere in life. The substantiation for this claim comes, of course, from a fair amount … Continue reading An Honest How To MUN Guide

Enter the world of Modus Operandi; from cult leaders to church conspiracies, making this category was perhaps one of the most memorable experiences of our A-Level journey. Putting aside the often disconcerting amount of workload the nuances of Modus Operandi demanded, the making of this category was quite thrilling: the bloopers, the bullying, the cast interviews and dramatics, and more, all contributed to the creation … Continue reading An Insider Look Into the Workings of Modus Operandi

A rather convenient answer to the repression of women lies within the length of this one phrase: ‘aisi aurat ke saath to yehi hona chahiye tha’. It is such a skillful shift in narratives, that has been focusing, and continues to focus, on the regulation of women by the advocates of historic patriarchal structures. The consistent use of the aforementioned set of words to any … Continue reading Terrors of a Caged Mind: The Controversy Surrounding Aurat March

You would be blatantly lying if you profess to not have found the idea of masquerade balls in movies enticing. It would be an even bigger lie if all the girls reading this, who used to watch barbie movies, claim they have never wished for a mask themed function at their schools. Well hail my dear barbies, your wish has finally been accepted! You can … Continue reading Pros and Cons of Wearing Masks

POV: You had to start the most important and memorable part of your life during a pandemic, online, and after only a month-long summer vacation.  With the cancellation of the May/June CAIE session and the palpable euphoria that came alongside the result, the sudden commencement of A Level was a marvellous way to add to the celebration. All of us had been waiting tirelessly, day … Continue reading A Users Manual: Surviving A Level

 “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” – George Santayana History books can often, even for the most avid readers, prove to be quite tedious or dense. Some may end up loathing the fact that the fascinating events of the past are hidden behind books inaccessible to those who aren’t engaged deeply with the scholarship of History. If you find yourself … Continue reading 5 Must-Watch Movies to Spark Your Interest in History

Disclaimer: The following article was written before the commencement of the 2020-2021 season. With the NBA announcing the format and schedule for the 2020-2021 season, and teams gearing up for the regular season, one question looms over everyones head: has the Golden State Warriors’ dynasty come to an end? Can a team plagued with injuries return to its former glory? With one-half of the splash … Continue reading The Future of the GSW Dynasty

Try interacting with any A2 student and the conversation will likely dissolve into a rant over their Application deadlines, missing supplements, countless unfilled financial aid forms, and the consistent postponement of the SAT’s before you could even say: “How are you?”  Surprisingly, however, they tend to reply quite quickly since they’re always begging for new ways to put their futures in jeopardy. Some may even … Continue reading A2 and UniApps: A How-To Guide