Quarks is the undergraduate magazine of IISc, offering a glimpse into our vibrant student community.
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A Well-Oiled Machine - How IISc Students Put Together a Professional Concert
Every voice has its place, every note its purpose. And somewhere between the struggle and the harmony, the magic finally clicks.
Thymesia
In a flood of strangers, one face strayed from the masses and into stillness. Perhaps their eyes never met, but for a moment, she felt seen
Letter to my 11-year-old self
A letter from the future, reminding a younger self to stay curious, keep asking questions, and never lose faith in the journey.
Present’s Honeyed Song
Today’s bitter moments may become tomorrow’s sweetest memories. Perhaps the present is a gift we only learn to cherish when it becomes the past.
Smiles
Sometimes, all it takes is a smile from a stranger to make the whole world feel a little brighter.
Celebrating the Ordinary
Life isn’t made up of milestones alone. Sometimes, the smallest moments deserve a little confetti too.
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LATEST READS
Fireworks - A Spark Spread Across The Globe
Why do we celebrate with noise? A journey from ancient Chinese legends to Indian festivals reveals how a tool for warding off evil became a symbol of joy.
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to PhD Applications
From choosing universities to writing SOPs and surviving rejection, a practical guide to the messy reality of PhD applications.
The Quiet Trade
What if education is less about learning, and more about learning what to remember, what to forget, and how to compete?
Past and Present
A reflection on the climb from uncertainty to achievement, and the many peaks that still lie ahead.
Pallete
Some paintings remain unfinished—not for lack of colour, but for lack of answers.
A walk of life
From misty mornings to moonlit dusks, life finds its rhythm in the little things.
The Dream Market
A little boy, a big dream, and a promise to himself.
Student Suicides - Some Underlying Issues
A student is more thsan their grades, their research, their career, or their failures. This piece explores how academic pressure, financial burdens, isolation, and a lack of student representation can turn an institution of learning into a source of distress.
Education around the World
Every country has built its education system around a different set of needs and compromises. By looking across India, the USA, the UK, China, and Finland, perhaps we can imagine something better.
Between Worlds
A poignant reflection on the spaces between who we were and who we are becoming. Through quiet, powerful verses, the poem explores identity, belonging, and the difficult grace of choosing growth over familiarity.
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