By Valerie Ng Qi Xuan (25S06N)
“By convention hot, by convention cold, by convention colour; but in reality atoms and void.
Democritus
Each one of us is made out of 7 octillion atoms—that’s 7 followed by 27 zeros—and so it is no wonder that atoms and people are, quite literally, one and the same.
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By Cao Yuhan (24S03M) and Jessica Zhu Yunjie (24A01E)
So, you’ve just started your journey in RI. Having heard so many good things about our unique gap day, we’re sure you’ve been dying to experience it yourself! Before you spend the whole day catching up on sleep, however, us writers are here to assure you that the Raffles Bicultural (China) Programme is definitely worth dedicating your Wednesday afternoons to.
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By Phee Wayne (President)
“JC life is so busy…got time for Council meh?” This question posed to most Councillors may be on your mind as you decide whether to submit that self-nomination form to apply for the 44th Students’ Council.
Well, want to know what it’s like to step into the shoes of a Rafflesian responsible for the planning of major school events such as Orientation and Open House? Look no further – scroll down to find out more!
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Does the prospect of writing about the themes close to your heart while chilling in an air-conditioned location align with your idea of an ideal CCA session? Have you ever found yourself intrigued by the various literary techniques and writing styles with which famous authors are able to paint a striking image? Or are you an aspiring writer, hoping to find a safe space where you can share your works with like-minded people?
If any of these apply to you, you should definitely consider applying for Writer’s Guild!
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That breathy “thank you” and relieved sigh coming from an injured player as you swiftly and deftly tend to their fresh wound, putting months of practice into play. That little smile that gradually grows as you continue conversing with an elderly person, both folding the next piece of origami together. That overwhelming sense of satisfaction as students pour into the blood donation venue, as your weeks’ worth of planning has been a success. Those experiences may just last for a moment, but stick with our members for a lifetime. If they interest you, Red Cross Youth Chapters (RCYC) is just the place for you!
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