Volume 110 Issue 14
News
College Board Cancels June SAT Exams
By Isabella Jia, Jady Chen, Lexi Chen, Andy Chen, Victoria Gao, James Lee
In alignment with public health guidance and nationwide school closures due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the College Board canceled the SAT and SAT Subject Test (SAT II) administrations scheduled for June 6.
News
Stuyvesant Introduces Updated Talos
By Vedaant Shah, Neil Sarkar, Sarah Huynh, Christopher Sullivan, Jakob Gorisek-Gazze, Momoca Mairaj
Talos creator Rodda John (’17) and the Program Office introduced a “new Talos” to the Stuyvesant community on April 20.
Features
Where Are the Girls in Math Team?—An Update
By Angela Cai
About a year later, girls share their experiences on math team. Since then, what’s changed?
Features
The Journey from Student to Teacher
Student teachers in the music department share their experiences at Stuyvesant.
Features
A Stuyvesant Staycation
A focus on students whose break plans were disrupted due to COVID-19.
Opinions
Asian Americans: Choose Awareness, Not Compliance.
By Anne Rhee
Andrew Yang’s assimilationist rhetoric both during his presidential campaign and in response to anti-Asian sentiments in the wake of the coronavirus fails to provide an adequate solution for the Asian-American community - instead, we should choose awareness.
Science
2020 CD3: Earth’s Latest Mini-Moon
By Chloe Terestchenko, Zoe Piccirillo
Whether or not Earth has more mini-moons, the discovery of 2020 CB3 proved that though the Moon may be Earth’s only natural satellite, it is certainly not its only satellite.
Opinions
An Option Two for Number Two
Now that toilet paper is scarce, Americans should turn to a more effective, comfortable, healthy, environmentally friendly, and largely unknown option: the bidet.
Opinions
How Ukrainian Comedian-Turned-President Failed His People
Ukrainian President Zelensky has failed to do right by his nation and rid his government of the corruption that plagues it.
Opinions
Is Our Privacy Gone?
As the COVID-19 pandemic develops, American surveillance is expanding, developing a startling trend stemming from the World Trade Center attacks.
Opinions
It’s Okay If You’ve Done Nothing
By Kaylee Yin
Amid the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, toxic hustle culture has become more prevalent than ever before, but it’s okay to do nothing.
Humor
It’s MyTalos Now, Buddy
By
Say goodbye to ugly interfaces and hello to a whole new host of issues!
Humor
Eulogy for the Regents
By Emily Chen
I’m sure they’re in a better place where kids treat them better, proper wooden Ticonderoga pencils and all.
Humor
Pants Made Mandatory on All Zoom Calls
By
A rebellious teen and a hyperactive dog are the reasons for the newly mandated wearing of pants.
Humor
The Curse of the Class of 2021
A junior speculates on her rather distressing life in Stuyvesant… and comes to a conclusion: we’re cursed! But why?
Arts and Entertainment
How to Retell a Classic: A Review of “Portrait of a Lady on Fire”
A review of “Portrait of a Lady on Fire,” as an exemplar of how to retell classic stories.
Sports
Hammers, Championships, and Spirit: A Fresh Look at Ultimate Frisbee
By Bernard Wang
An overview of ultimate frisbee: a young and growing sport.
Arts and Entertainment
“Hunters” is the Wild Ride of a Series You Have to Take
Amazon’s “Hunters” is a magnificent series whose unique in-your-face style will leave you haunted but eager for more.
News
Big Sib Program Hosts Virtual Open House
By Ana-Maria Skaricic, Max Koster, Subyeta Chowdhury, Stephy Chen
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the incoming Big Sib Chairs have organized a Virtual Open House for the class of 2024.
Features
Decoding the CS Dojo
By Arpita Saha
A profile on the CS Dojo that captures its beginning and its function today.
Features
TikTok Goes the Clock: A Rundown of Stuyvesant’s TikTok Usage
A look at the relationship of some Stuyvesant students (and one teacher) with TikTok.
Features
Living and Breathing Music
By Lauren Lee
A profile on Christopher Brown and how he started writing his own songs.
Features
Some PE Classes That Just Work Out
The Stuyvesant Physical Education and Health Department provides various unconventional physical education courses to the student body.
Features
Still Alive! Celebrating Birthdays During a Pandemic
How are Stuy students celebrating birthdays during a pandemic?
Science
The Next Pandemic Is Under The Artic
By Rania Zaki
Another ominous warning that renders a bleak future due to climate change.
Opinions
Privacy vs. Health during the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Ezra Lee
As the world attempts to fight off the pandemic, some countries are using technology and collecting personal data to allow the public to have access to lifesaving information.
Science
Misinformation Regarding COVID-19 and How to Scientifically Debunk These Myths
We are in very unfamiliar territory regarding the current coronavirus pandemic. Though many are trying to inform themselves about the disease, it has resulted in a dangerous game of global telephone regarding information.
Opinions
Elmhurst Hospital: The Unforgettable Epicenter
By Yewon Chang
On the complicated situation in Elmhurst Hospital, the face of struggling New York City hospitals, and what we can do to help.
Science
Convalescent Plasma: A Potential Treatment for COVID-19
By Sonya Sasson
Currently, there are no specific antiviral agents available to treat patients suffering from the coronavirus. However, in a recent study conducted by the National Academy of Sciences, researchers explored the effects of convalescent plasma (CP) transfusion.
Opinions
Resolving Student-Faculty Tension
Modifying several school policies can drastically improve the strained relationship between students and faculty.
Arts and Entertainment
The Originality of “Unorthodox”
With its message of acceptance, along with painstakingly accurate details, scenery, and costumes, “Unorthodox” looks into what it is like living as a Hasidic Jew in modern times.
Arts and Entertainment
“Doom Eternal”: The Heavy Metal Gaming Experience
“Doom Eternal” is hilariously dark and violent and despite some hiccups in game design, manages to deliver a unique and entertaining experience.
Humor
What Your Quarantine Activity Says About You
A local reporter gives you completely true insights about your personality based on what your quarantine activity says about you.
Humor
And Now, An Announcement from the College Board
David Coleman’s very official, very serious announcement about new testing.
Humor
It’s MyTalos Now, Buddy
By Jasmine Wang
Say goodbye to ugly interfaces and hello to a whole new host of issues!
Sports
Mayhem in McMahonland
After the unfortunate demise of the XFL, the billionaire has a tough pill to swallow about the state of his wrestling empire.
Arts and Entertainment
How to Retell a Classic: A Review of “Portrait of a Lady on Fire”
A review of “Portrait of a Lady on Fire,” as an exemplar of how to retell classic stories.
Arts and Entertainment
How Music Has Changed Quarantine
Music has been central in avoiding the monotony of life in quarantine.
Arts and Entertainment
Money Heist: How Eight Masked Criminals Became International Sensations
A review on “Money Heist” part four and what keeps the show so interesting.
Arts and Entertainment
How the Tiger King Captured our Hearts
A review of “Tiger King” and a deep analysis of how and why Joe Exotic gained popularity among viewers.
Sports
The Only Way Liverpool Can Never Walk Alone
Arguing that Liverpool should receive the Premier League title.
News
June Graduation Ceremony Cancelled for Seniors
By Vedaant Shah, Lexi Chen, Evelyn Ma, Jenny Liu, Chloe Terestchenko, Lucy Bao
To the dismay of seniors, the June graduation ceremony has been canceled in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
News
College Board Cancels June SAT Exams
By Isabella Jia, Jady Chen, Lexi Chen, Andy Chen, Victoria Gao, James Lee
In alignment with public health guidance and nationwide school closures due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the College Board canceled the SAT and SAT Subject Test (SAT II) administrations scheduled for June 6.
News
Stuyvesant Introduces Updated Talos
By Vedaant Shah, Neil Sarkar, Sarah Huynh, Christopher Sullivan, Jakob Gorisek-Gazze, Momoca Mairaj
Talos creator Rodda John (’17) and the Program Office introduced a “new Talos” to the Stuyvesant community on April 20.
News
Big Sib Program Hosts Virtual Open House
By Ana-Maria Skaricic, Max Koster, Subyeta Chowdhury, Stephy Chen
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the incoming Big Sib Chairs have organized a Virtual Open House for the class of 2024.
Features
Decoding the CS Dojo
By Arpita Saha
A profile on the CS Dojo that captures its beginning and its function today.
Features
Where Are the Girls in Math Team?—An Update
By Angela Cai
About a year later, girls share their experiences on math team. Since then, what’s changed?
Features
The Journey from Student to Teacher
Student teachers in the music department share their experiences at Stuyvesant.
Features
A Stuyvesant Staycation
A focus on students whose break plans were disrupted due to COVID-19.
Features
TikTok Goes the Clock: A Rundown of Stuyvesant’s TikTok Usage
A look at the relationship of some Stuyvesant students (and one teacher) with TikTok.
Features
Living and Breathing Music
By Lauren Lee
A profile on Christopher Brown and how he started writing his own songs.
Features
Some PE Classes That Just Work Out
The Stuyvesant Physical Education and Health Department provides various unconventional physical education courses to the student body.
Features
Still Alive! Celebrating Birthdays During a Pandemic
How are Stuy students celebrating birthdays during a pandemic?
Opinions
Asian Americans: Choose Awareness, Not Compliance.
By Anne Rhee
Andrew Yang’s assimilationist rhetoric both during his presidential campaign and in response to anti-Asian sentiments in the wake of the coronavirus fails to provide an adequate solution for the Asian-American community - instead, we should choose awareness.
Science
The Next Pandemic Is Under The Artic
By Rania Zaki
Another ominous warning that renders a bleak future due to climate change.
Opinions
Privacy vs. Health during the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Ezra Lee
As the world attempts to fight off the pandemic, some countries are using technology and collecting personal data to allow the public to have access to lifesaving information.
Science
Misinformation Regarding COVID-19 and How to Scientifically Debunk These Myths
We are in very unfamiliar territory regarding the current coronavirus pandemic. Though many are trying to inform themselves about the disease, it has resulted in a dangerous game of global telephone regarding information.
Science
2020 CD3: Earth’s Latest Mini-Moon
By Chloe Terestchenko, Zoe Piccirillo
Whether or not Earth has more mini-moons, the discovery of 2020 CB3 proved that though the Moon may be Earth’s only natural satellite, it is certainly not its only satellite.
Opinions
Elmhurst Hospital: The Unforgettable Epicenter
By Yewon Chang
On the complicated situation in Elmhurst Hospital, the face of struggling New York City hospitals, and what we can do to help.
Science
Convalescent Plasma: A Potential Treatment for COVID-19
By Sonya Sasson
Currently, there are no specific antiviral agents available to treat patients suffering from the coronavirus. However, in a recent study conducted by the National Academy of Sciences, researchers explored the effects of convalescent plasma (CP) transfusion.
Opinions
An Option Two for Number Two
Now that toilet paper is scarce, Americans should turn to a more effective, comfortable, healthy, environmentally friendly, and largely unknown option: the bidet.
Opinions
How Ukrainian Comedian-Turned-President Failed His People
Ukrainian President Zelensky has failed to do right by his nation and rid his government of the corruption that plagues it.
Opinions
Is Our Privacy Gone?
As the COVID-19 pandemic develops, American surveillance is expanding, developing a startling trend stemming from the World Trade Center attacks.
Opinions
It’s Okay If You’ve Done Nothing
By Kaylee Yin
Amid the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, toxic hustle culture has become more prevalent than ever before, but it’s okay to do nothing.
Opinions
Resolving Student-Faculty Tension
Modifying several school policies can drastically improve the strained relationship between students and faculty.
Arts and Entertainment
Dua Lipa’s “Future Nostalgia” Looks to the Past to Carve out the Future
By Anson Guan
A review of Dua Lipa’s album, “Future Nostalgia.”
Arts and Entertainment
What to Do (in Quarantine) When…
By Agatha Edwards, Isabelle Sanderson, Christine Lin
Here is a list of activities you can do while you’re bored in quarantine.
Arts and Entertainment
“Doom Eternal”: The Heavy Metal Gaming Experience
“Doom Eternal” is hilariously dark and violent and despite some hiccups in game design, manages to deliver a unique and entertaining experience.
Humor
It’s MyTalos Now, Buddy
By
Say goodbye to ugly interfaces and hello to a whole new host of issues!
Humor
Eulogy for the Regents
By Emily Chen
I’m sure they’re in a better place where kids treat them better, proper wooden Ticonderoga pencils and all.
Humor
What Your Quarantine Activity Says About You
A local reporter gives you completely true insights about your personality based on what your quarantine activity says about you.
Humor
Pants Made Mandatory on All Zoom Calls
By
A rebellious teen and a hyperactive dog are the reasons for the newly mandated wearing of pants.
Humor
The Curse of the Class of 2021
A junior speculates on her rather distressing life in Stuyvesant… and comes to a conclusion: we’re cursed! But why?
Humor
And Now, An Announcement from the College Board
David Coleman’s very official, very serious announcement about new testing.
Humor
It’s MyTalos Now, Buddy
By Jasmine Wang
Say goodbye to ugly interfaces and hello to a whole new host of issues!
Arts and Entertainment
How to Retell a Classic: A Review of “Portrait of a Lady on Fire”
A review of “Portrait of a Lady on Fire,” as an exemplar of how to retell classic stories.
Sports
Mayhem in McMahonland
After the unfortunate demise of the XFL, the billionaire has a tough pill to swallow about the state of his wrestling empire.
Sports
Hammers, Championships, and Spirit: A Fresh Look at Ultimate Frisbee
By Bernard Wang
An overview of ultimate frisbee: a young and growing sport.
Arts and Entertainment
“Hunters” is the Wild Ride of a Series You Have to Take
Amazon’s “Hunters” is a magnificent series whose unique in-your-face style will leave you haunted but eager for more.
Arts and Entertainment
How to Retell a Classic: A Review of “Portrait of a Lady on Fire”
A review of “Portrait of a Lady on Fire,” as an exemplar of how to retell classic stories.
Arts and Entertainment
How Music Has Changed Quarantine
Music has been central in avoiding the monotony of life in quarantine.
Arts and Entertainment
Money Heist: How Eight Masked Criminals Became International Sensations
A review on “Money Heist” part four and what keeps the show so interesting.
Arts and Entertainment
How the Tiger King Captured our Hearts
A review of “Tiger King” and a deep analysis of how and why Joe Exotic gained popularity among viewers.
