Open Letters to the AISB Community: Student Voices from Grade 8
Recently, in a grade 8 English Language & Literature unit entitled, “Fighting Injustice,” students inquired into the nature of social,…
What the Questo? Reviewing a tourist app in downtown Bucharest
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to see a city through the eyes of an explorer? We have something…
The Reality Of Being A Romanian Student At An International School
“Are you a cat person or a dog person? Are you a morning person or a night owl? Do you…
3 Chill Albums I’ve Listened to Recently
If you’re anything like me, you often struggle to find new music in the sea of options. That’s the beauty…
Toxic Masculinity in the Online Manosphere
I remember watching my first online videos when I was about 12; I had unknowingly entered the manosphere. A male…
OPINION: More Recognition Needed for the Forgotten CEESA Sports of AISB
When asked what the most popular CEESA sport at our school is, almost anyone will answer football. Why? Because it…
AISB’s new logo and branding: opinions vary
AISB recently introduced a new logo to our community along with an entire rebranding of the school’s marketing material, from…
More and more people, particularly teenagers, are vaping
AISB, like schools worldwide, is experiencing a vaping problem. According to a 2021 survey, 41.2% of AISB students in grades…
5 Christmas Markets You HAVE to Visit
It’s the time of the year when houses are decorated with festive lights and children are eagerly waiting for holiday…
The AISB Attendance Policy: Is It Too Strict?
Every student is familiar with the struggles of getting to class on time, whether it’s rushing through the halls during…
Why AISB Needs to Change Its Start Time
“Waking a teenager up at 6 am is the biological equivalent of waking an adult up at 4 am” —Sleep…
Amid War, DP Students from Ukraine and Russia Tasked with Difficult Decisions about Exams
Since the advent of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the International Baccalaureate organization (IB) has been under pressure to communicate its…
Bucharest’s Best Restaurants? A Video Food Review
Haven’t you ever wanted to spend an entire day restaurant-hopping in Bucharest? Well, we did just that. In this video,…
La Finca by Alioli: A Review of Bucharest’s Premier Spanish Restaurant at Home
La Finca by Alioli, located near Victoriei Square, is supposedly the best Spanish restaurant in Bucharest (according to Spanish expats). The…
A Look Back at the Romanian Revolution: Could the Same Thing Happen in Russia?
In January, an estimated 40,000 people gathered in the streets of central Moscow, protesting against the jailing of Russian opposition…
The Disillusionment of the American Dream: How Trump’s efforts to become ‘great’ shattered global perception
Growing up, I gazed at pictures of America with wonder and amazement. I watched sitcoms and movies set in Manhattan,…
Top 10 Most Anticipated Games on Next Generation Consoles
After much anticipation, the next generation of gaming is upon us. While it might be hard to get your hands…
All You Need to Know About Senior Year
The DP is tough. If you’re a junior, you’ve probably come to terms with this pretty recently. You feel like…
Should You Take a Gap Year?
It’s that time of year: seniors are starting to apply for universities, deciding on programs, getting conditional offers, and planning…
We Tried Three Bucharest Brunch Spots. Here’s What We Thought
As a teenager, what could possibly be better than having breakfast at noon? With all these late nights studying, in…
Environmental Impact of CEESA Trips: How Can AISB Make A Difference?
AISB gives its students the amazing opportunity to travel and participate in CEESA tournaments across Eastern Europe. However, flying hundreds…
Sex Education: is AISB doing enough?
Technically, one could argue that sex education is being taught at AISB, but in the form of advisory discussions. Basically,…
Advisory at AISB: What Should Change?
While the advisory program has changed a lot over the last couple years (most would argue for the better), many…
How is social media affecting our self esteem?
We often come across pictures of skinny models and muscular bodies on social media. Whether intentionally or not, these photos…
IB Stress: Why we need to stop being 7-obsessed and start setting realistic expectations
“If I don’t get a 7, they’ll be disappointed in me.” “I have to get a 7 because that’s what’s…
The Coziest Study-Worthy Cafes in Bucharest
With finals just around the corner and deadlines getting tighter, students tend to rely on the comfort and isolation of…
How “Unpatriotism” Has Become Part of Romanian Culture
On May 26th, Romania will hold its European Parliament elections to decide who will represent the country in the European…
Discovering Quality Coffee in Bucharest
While Bucharest is full of great coffee, it’s not always easy to navigate the sea of (often mediocre) cafés. We…
Paper Wastage: Why we need to be doing more to stop it
According to AISB’s Environmental Change Agent Marion Siekierski, the school wastes around 1.5 million sheets of paper every year. She…
The Bite Tested: The Food Truck Festival at Promenada
Since March 18th, the front entrance of Promenada Mall has been taken over by food trucks. They’ll be parked there…
To Be Black: An AISB Experience
“Write an article for Black History Month.” This was my assignment. Pretty straight forward, really—a first-person narrative of what it’s…
What is the EU doing?!
Have you ever read the book, 1984, by George Orwell? It portrays an omnipresent, totalitarian government, set on controlling everything–including…
RM’s Mono: The Album Everyone Needs In Their Lives
We all have ways to overcome stress, whether it’s crying, over-eating, or a common IB student favorite, procrastination. But there’s…
We tried 3 of the ‘best’ Asian restaurants in Bucharest. Here’s what we thought.
Have you been looking for a nice Asian restaurant in Bucharest? A place with a comforting atmosphere, good service, and…
American Thanksgiving: What are we Actually Celebrating?
Knowing what we do now, is it our generation’s responsibility to step up and change not only our own, but…
Romania’s LGBTQ+ Community: Why AISB Needs to Lead the Charge on Acceptance
On October 6th and 7th, Romanian voters were presented with a question: Should the constitution be changed to recognize marriage…
This Year’s Later Sports Practice Schedule: Why it Needs to Change
Since the beginning of fall sports season, AISB students have been complaining about the later practice times. Whether it’s not…
An Escape from Reality: Gateway VR Studio in Bucharest
Did you know that there’s a virtual reality studio in Bucharest? Neither did we. To get a firsthand experience, The…
Japanese Food In Bucharest: More Than Just Sushi
When you hear the words “Japanese food,” what exactly comes to mind? Chances are your answer is sushi. It’s undoubtedly…
Romania’s First Cereal Cafe: Is it Worth the Hype?
The first cereal cafe in Romania, called Cereal Crunch, recently opened on March 7th. Pictures of the inauguration were posted…
Opinion: Why Advisory Needs To Change
We have all been there before: it’s 12:50, and Block 4 is finished. Finally, lunch! But wait, no, it’s advisory…
Which Language Should You Be Learning?
A student stares coldly at a block of text. The bitter aftertaste of coffee lingers on their tongue, their shoulders…
Is Social Media Destroying Our Society?
Heads bent, eyes wide open, and thumbs moving at record time, we post, message, and check our social media accounts…
Opinion: Should We Get Rid Of Google Classroom?
AISB’s addition of Google Classroom into its educational resources has been met with a mixed response from the student body…
South Korean Music: Why is it so K-Pop-ular?
AISB’s Secondary School K-pop squad: a group of girls and sometimes a few guys, eagerly gathered around one bright laptop…
Should AISB implement Uniforms?
Schools across the United States and Europe are implementing new policies aimed at creating a better environment for students. One…
Korean Food in Bucharest: Seoul Restaurant Review
In the city of Bucharest, consisting of mainly Romanians, Hungarians, Turks, and Germans, it’s interesting to know that there’s a…
Homework: Is it Actually Bad for Us?
Most high-school students can agree that homework isn’t exactly the thing we look forward to most when returning from summer…