QCEC 2025 (Bronze Winner) By Luvya Gambhir Q2: Senior Category A prominent folktale from India is the tale which narrates why the sea is salty. The following retells it in a surprising manner, adapting it to the twenty-first century context. “Chakki Chakki Namak Nikal” Once, there was a poor farmer named Mohan who lived in… Read More QCEC 2025 (Bronze Winner): The Food-Producing Mill
By: Luvya Gambhir (4J) The following is a satirical article, and all names of people and initiatives used in it are purely fictional. SINGAPORE, 20 FEB – In a groundbreaking display of scholastic innovation, students at Raffles Institution, a pre-tertiary institution in Singapore that celebrates its 203rd anniversary this year, have turned their classrooms into… Read More “My Classroom, My Canteen”: A Culinary Catastrophe
By Alexander Kuo and Luvya Gambhir There are many different dishes sold in our Raffles Canteen, ranging from Prata and Nasi Lemak, to Mashed Potato and Black Pepper Chicken Rice. We are sure that some of these dishes are so delicious that even the first bite makes your taste buds jump for joy. This is… Read More A Beginner’s Guide: Canteen Dishes That You Absolutely Have To Try!
By Luvya Gambhir and Alexander Kuo Dear Year 1 Juniors, It’s been a few weeks since you first came to RI. You have been going for CCA auditions and trials, learning new subjects and trying to cope with the increased load. Confused about how to adapt? Here are some tips! Find a sense of belonging … Read More A Beginner’s Guide: Adapting to the Rafflesian Lifestyle
By Luvya Gambhir and Alexander Kuo Dear Year 1 Juniors, In the last two articles, we discussed some of the Academic and Recreational Spots in RI. Haven’t checked them out yet? Click here! Wondering what food and beverage facilities RI has to offer other than the Y1-4 canteen? Well, clarifying these doubts as you read… Read More A Beginner’s Guide: Where to Satisfy Your Cravings on Campus
By Luvya Gambhir and Alexander Kuo Dear Year 1 Juniors, In our last article, we discussed some of RI’s Hidden Gems Around Campus to Help You Lock In. Haven’t checked it out yet? Click here! After a while in school, you’re probably wondering what recreational facilities RI has to offer. Fret not, as we shall… Read More A Beginner’s Guide: RI’s Rest and Recharge Zones
By Luvya Gambhir and Alexander Kuo Dear Year 1 Juniors, Wondering what facilities RI has? When you read this article and the subsequent ones, do look out for these three following characters to clarify any doubts you may have as you get used to being Rafflesian. Hullett Memorial Library (HML) At some point, you might… Read More A Beginner’s Guide: Hidden Gems around Campus to Help You Lock-In
Every day, when the school bell rings and it’s time for recess, we all get bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, eager to be dismissed by our teachers. Upon rushing to the canteen, I like to make a beeline for the drink stalls, either Uncle Chang Cafe or Nang’s Fruit Stall. After all, a good drink can cool… Read More Which is the better drink stall in RI: Uncle Chang or Auntie Nang?
Stories play an important part in the process of helping students become Rafflesians because they allows us to develop a deeper understanding of the values and principles that relate to the school’s ethos and culture. … Read More Stories are JUST Stories, Right?
Founder’s Day is an annual celebration held in RI to mark the founding of our school. This year as RI turns 200, this celebration is even more special, with all six levels of students gathering for this milestone event. With adrenaline coursing through our veins, we headed to the Singapore Expo on the morning of… Read More RI200 Founder’s Day – A Historic Celebration @Expo
