Features
America Retold: AP African American Studies
By Vanessa Chen, Samaria Noel, Abigail Jin
AP African American Studies, a new and controversial course, will be offered at Stuyvesant starting this fall.
Changing Stuy’s Changing Spaces
By Rhea Malhotra, Sophie Zhou, Daniella Solomon
Lack of access to locker rooms negatively impacts the daily lives of student-athletes and seniors.
Past Complements the Present: Minkyu Kim
By Grace Jung
English teacher Minkyu Kim on lessons from his past and his hopes for the future.
The APUSH Plight
By Juni Park
Juniors recount on their experiences studying for the APUSH exam, administered at an earlier date than expected due to a College Board mixup.
Swimming Against the Tide: Muslim Girls Respond to the Removal of Girls-Only Swim Gym
By Ayesha Talukder, Hifza Kaleem
A deeper-dive into the removal of girls-only swim gym and its effect on female Muslim students.
Russian Propaganda on Our Doorsteps
Playing the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Philadelphia 76ers, the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets look toward the playoffs, each presented with difficult matchups and significant challenges to overcome.
The Politics of Political Neutrality
By Ada Gordon, Andrew Oh, Sabrina Li
Teachers often have to walk the line between discussing current events in the classroom and remaining apolitical. But in our current political climate, is this even possible?
How Lip Gloss Pushed Me Past Victimhood
By Millie Bell
An inside look at the manifestations of toxic masculinity in the life of a Stuyvesant student.
When Dreams Become Demands
By Ada Gordon, Ankita Saha, Theo Sassano
Stuyvesant students often have incredibly high expectations placed on them, especially regarding college; this can have negative impacts on their mental and physical health.
From Sunrise to Sunset: The Lives of Muslim Students During Ramadan
By Hifza Kaleem
Examining how Stuyvesant’s Muslim students balance religious obligations with academics and extracurriculars during Ramadan.
Cat’s Out of the (Book) Bag
What single item in a Stuyvesant student’s backpack (excluding phone, keys, wallet, and laptop) would they choose to bring to school if the rest of its contents were off-limits?
Trading Full Schedules for Empty Stomachs
By Rhea Malhotra, Ankita Saha, Hifza Kaleem
A look at students’ eating habits as they balance their personal lives with heavy workloads and immense stress.
What Are You, Really?
By Hifza Kaleem
As a mixed person, my experiences feel culturally disconnected.
The Spectator Meets With 101-Year-Old Stuyvesant Alumnus Milton Fechter (‘38)
By Gulam Monawarah, Duncan Park
Meet Milton Fechter (’38), a 101-year-old Stuyvesant alumnus!
Scheming Shopping Sprees
The controversial app Temu has garnered attention across the Stuyvesant student body. Students were asked about their experience with the app, and their thoughts about its implications.
Digitalizing the Change: The SAT
By Ankita Saha
The SAT will be conducted online starting in the fall of 2023; what might that mean for students?
The Heart That Holds the Stethoscope
The path to becoming a doctor has the potential to be incredibly rewarding, but with the obstacles and grueling work along the way, it is important to analyze your motivations for pursuing a career in medicine before dedicating your life to it.
Stuyvesant’s Social Spaces Dilemma
By Daniella Solomon, Ada Gordon
An investigation into the English department room’s new policy of only allowing three students at a time.
Stopping Hunger at Its Roots: The Food Security Club
By Julia Chernobelsky, Elaine Huan
Look into a club that helps out people in need while also reducing food waste from the Stuyvesant cafeteria.
What Are You, Really?
By Hifza Kaleem
As a mixed person, my experiences feel culturally disconnected.
Turning Crafts into Cash
By Cricket Fu, Ada Gordon, Sophie Zhou
Student owners of small businesses share the behind-the-scenes happenings of their profitable ventures.
Putting Pen to Paper: The Life-cycle of an English Essay
Delving into the process of an English essay, from its initial assignment to the final grade.
Both Sides of the Counter: Bound by More Than Business
Local eateries near Stuyvesant and how they shape the student experience.
Competitiveness Addressed: Is Stuy as Cut-Throat as it Seems?
By Julia Chernobelsky, Millie Bell
Discovering what Stuyvesant students really think about the competitive culture of the school.
The Places Behind the Faces: Students Living in Unique Situations
By Sophie Zhou, Cindy Han, Cathleen Xi, Daniella Solomon
Students living with unique circumstances often face similarly unique difficulties, and it’s important to recognize and provide resources for them.
Busy But Balanced: Stuyvesant’s Student Workforce
Whether they’re working for the fun, the experience, or the money, students with jobs don’t have it easy—is it all worth it?
Teaching and Learning From Teacher to Student
By Ankita Saha, Rhea Malhotra, Ada Gordon
Students’ and teachers’ perspectives on different methods of learning and teaching from various classes.
So You Want to Be an Artist? Mr. Wrigley on Applying to Art School
By Nora Loftus
Stuyvesant art teacher William Wrigley’s experience over the years teaching students, as well as working in art schools, including sitting on the admissions board, has yielded a palette of insight into the art school admissions process and what makes the killer portfolio. But just as important, he recognizes the importance of nurturing artistic creativity, even if that path does not include art school.
Overheard at the Thanksgiving Table
Wackiest, out of pocket things heard over the Thanksgiving dinner table.
Taking Note of Technology
Some Stuyvesant students have opted to take notes digitally in place of the traditional pencil-on-paper method, and teachers’ perspectives on this phenomenon vary.
Stuyvesant’s Gender Neutral Bathrooms
By Suyeon Ryu, Juni Park, Cricket Fu
Stuyvesant students discuss the availability and efficiency of Stuyvesant gender-neutral bathrooms.
From Sewers to Schools: A Profile of Stephen McClellan
By Seth Fenton, Cathleen Xi, Johnny Lin
A profile of Mr. McClellan, and how his variety of careers has influenced the lessons he passes on to his students.
America Retold: AP African American Studies
By Vanessa Chen, Samaria Noel, Abigail Jin
AP African American Studies, a new and controversial course, will be offered at Stuyvesant starting this fall.
Changing Stuy’s Changing Spaces
By Rhea Malhotra, Sophie Zhou, Daniella Solomon
Lack of access to locker rooms negatively impacts the daily lives of student-athletes and seniors.
Past Complements the Present: Minkyu Kim
By Grace Jung
English teacher Minkyu Kim on lessons from his past and his hopes for the future.
The APUSH Plight
By Juni Park
Juniors recount on their experiences studying for the APUSH exam, administered at an earlier date than expected due to a College Board mixup.
Swimming Against the Tide: Muslim Girls Respond to the Removal of Girls-Only Swim Gym
By Ayesha Talukder, Hifza Kaleem
A deeper-dive into the removal of girls-only swim gym and its effect on female Muslim students.
The Spectator Meets With 101-Year-Old Stuyvesant Alumnus Milton Fechter (‘38)
By Gulam Monawarah, Duncan Park
Meet Milton Fechter (’38), a 101-year-old Stuyvesant alumnus!
Russian Propaganda on Our Doorsteps
Playing the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Philadelphia 76ers, the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets look toward the playoffs, each presented with difficult matchups and significant challenges to overcome.
The Politics of Political Neutrality
By Ada Gordon, Andrew Oh, Sabrina Li
Teachers often have to walk the line between discussing current events in the classroom and remaining apolitical. But in our current political climate, is this even possible?
How Lip Gloss Pushed Me Past Victimhood
By Millie Bell
An inside look at the manifestations of toxic masculinity in the life of a Stuyvesant student.
Scheming Shopping Sprees
The controversial app Temu has garnered attention across the Stuyvesant student body. Students were asked about their experience with the app, and their thoughts about its implications.
When Dreams Become Demands
By Ada Gordon, Ankita Saha, Theo Sassano
Stuyvesant students often have incredibly high expectations placed on them, especially regarding college; this can have negative impacts on their mental and physical health.
Digitalizing the Change: The SAT
By Ankita Saha
The SAT will be conducted online starting in the fall of 2023; what might that mean for students?
The Heart That Holds the Stethoscope
The path to becoming a doctor has the potential to be incredibly rewarding, but with the obstacles and grueling work along the way, it is important to analyze your motivations for pursuing a career in medicine before dedicating your life to it.
From Sunrise to Sunset: The Lives of Muslim Students During Ramadan
By Hifza Kaleem
Examining how Stuyvesant’s Muslim students balance religious obligations with academics and extracurriculars during Ramadan.
Cat’s Out of the (Book) Bag
What single item in a Stuyvesant student’s backpack (excluding phone, keys, wallet, and laptop) would they choose to bring to school if the rest of its contents were off-limits?
Stuyvesant’s Social Spaces Dilemma
By Daniella Solomon, Ada Gordon
An investigation into the English department room’s new policy of only allowing three students at a time.
Trading Full Schedules for Empty Stomachs
By Rhea Malhotra, Ankita Saha, Hifza Kaleem
A look at students’ eating habits as they balance their personal lives with heavy workloads and immense stress.
Stopping Hunger at Its Roots: The Food Security Club
By Julia Chernobelsky, Elaine Huan
Look into a club that helps out people in need while also reducing food waste from the Stuyvesant cafeteria.
What Are You, Really?
By Hifza Kaleem
As a mixed person, my experiences feel culturally disconnected.
What Are You, Really?
By Hifza Kaleem
As a mixed person, my experiences feel culturally disconnected.
A Shoulder (Or Squad) To Lean On
Students reveal the support systems they appreciate most at Stuyvesant.
Turning Crafts into Cash
By Cricket Fu, Ada Gordon, Sophie Zhou
Student owners of small businesses share the behind-the-scenes happenings of their profitable ventures.
Baubles, Knickknacks, and Tinsel
By Johnny Lin
Eventually, these festive sites around the school became convenient photo ops, places to hang out, and spheres of holiday cheer.
Both Sides of the Counter: Bound by More Than Business
Local eateries near Stuyvesant and how they shape the student experience.
Putting Pen to Paper: The Life-cycle of an English Essay
Delving into the process of an English essay, from its initial assignment to the final grade.
Close yet not Close Enough
By Elaine Huan, Rhea Malhotra, Theo Sassano
Stuy students describe the complexity of classroom friendships.
Competitiveness Addressed: Is Stuy as Cut-Throat as it Seems?
By Julia Chernobelsky, Millie Bell
Discovering what Stuyvesant students really think about the competitive culture of the school.
The Places Behind the Faces: Students Living in Unique Situations
By Sophie Zhou, Cindy Han, Cathleen Xi, Daniella Solomon
Students living with unique circumstances often face similarly unique difficulties, and it’s important to recognize and provide resources for them.
Busy But Balanced: Stuyvesant’s Student Workforce
Whether they’re working for the fun, the experience, or the money, students with jobs don’t have it easy—is it all worth it?
Teaching and Learning From Teacher to Student
By Ankita Saha, Rhea Malhotra, Ada Gordon
Students’ and teachers’ perspectives on different methods of learning and teaching from various classes.
Eating Our Way Through the Holidays
By Calista Lee
Stuyvesant students share food traditions and recipes they make around the holidays each year.
Stuyvesant’s Gender Neutral Bathrooms
By Suyeon Ryu, Juni Park, Cricket Fu
Stuyvesant students discuss the availability and efficiency of Stuyvesant gender-neutral bathrooms.
So You Want to Be an Artist? Mr. Wrigley on Applying to Art School
By Nora Loftus
Stuyvesant art teacher William Wrigley’s experience over the years teaching students, as well as working in art schools, including sitting on the admissions board, has yielded a palette of insight into the art school admissions process and what makes the killer portfolio. But just as important, he recognizes the importance of nurturing artistic creativity, even if that path does not include art school.
