Volume 112 Issue 3
News
Stuyvesant Switches to PupilPath
By Ezra Lee, James Kang, Rajhasree Paul
Stuyvesant changed its grading platform to PupilPath for the coming school year.
Features
College Coronavirus Craziness
A look into Stuyvesant’s college admissions process, how it’s changed because of the pandemic, and what we can expect in the future.
Opinions
It’s Time to Refresh Congress
Incumbencies and career politicians are making Congress outdated. Term limits would help.
Science
NASA’s DART Protection Project is a Step in a New Direction
By Justin Li
NASA launches a mission called DART that sends space probes into space to intentionally slam into an asteroid. Test mission, NASA new mission concept/role
Opinions
Money Wins
By Ashley Lin
Big money in politics allows corporations to rig the system so that results are in their favor, allowing politicians to serve their donors rather than their constituents.
Opinions
You Should Learn How to Create Art
By Kenneth Gao
Art is a natural part of one’s expression, and the Internet makes it easier than ever to tap into it.
Opinions
You Can Only Get Some of Your Rights Delivered
While New York City has passed a new bill improving some conditions for delivery workers, more firm measures need to be taken to protect and support these workers.
Science
What’s With the New Alzheimer’s Drug?
By Andy Chen
A controversial Alzheimer’s drug, aducanumab, made its way to the market, but it isn’t so clear if it provides any cognitive benefits.
Opinions
Settling for Biden
Joe Biden has made many promises and needs to be held accountable for his political shortcomings.
Humor
Desk Vandalism: A New Messaging Medium
By Eshaal Ubaid
Desk vandal buddies don’t invade the privacy of other desk vandal buddies. It’s so not cool.
Humor
New Student at Stuy, Y/N
By Ezra Lee
Y/N starts a new life at Stuyvesant…. and possibly a brand new spicy romance with two of the hottest students at school?
Humor
Stuyvesant’s Newest Clubs
By Liesel Wong
A quick rundown of some of the most creative clubs at Stuyvesant
News
SU Hosts In-Person Clubs & Pubs Fair
By Sarah Huynh, Ziying Jian, Mary Lee, Nikki Chen
The SU hosted its annual Clubs & Pubs Fair in-person.
News
COVID-19 Causes Stuyvesant Classes to Adjust
By Rebecca Bao, Juni Park, Elaine Huang, Sarah Diaz
As students transition back to in-person learning at Stuyvesant, classes such as World Language, Music, and Physical Education have been disproportionately affected by newly implemented COVID-19 protocols.
Science
How A.I. is Shaping the Future of Agricult
By Hellen Luo
As a scientific research field that gained vast popularity in recent years, artificial intelligence (A.I.) has begun to expand its footprint into one of the oldest foundations of humanity—agriculture.
Science
The International Space Station is Aging
By Aryana Singh
After nearly 23 years, the International Space Station (ISS) is showing signs of deterioration.
Opinions
A Game of Monopoly
By Erica Li
Big Tech (Apple, Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Amazon) has monopolized the world, and their powers need to be regulated.
Opinions
An Apology to the Girls Gone Bad
By Elicia Chau
#FreeBritney and all the other women in popular media who’ve been ruined.
Science
The Role of Biofuel in Tackling Climate Change
By Oscar Wang
Biofuels are emerging as promising alternatives to fossil fuels, but will they give us the edge we need against climate change?
Humor
But How Are Your Lockers Holding Up?
After over a year of inactivity, how’s your locker adjusting?
Sports
Ben Simmons Needs to Deal With It
Ben Simmons hasn’t been the player Philadelphia hoped he would be. Are times changing?
Arts and Entertainment
“Only Murders in the Building” Kills It
By Roxy Perazzo
A review of “Only Murders in the Building,” Hulu’s new murder mystery.
Arts and Entertainment
The Death of the Hood Classic
By Asa Muhammad
We out here watching hood cinema at the Village Theater!
Arts and Entertainment
Zillenial Existential Dread
By Anika Amin
A review of popular novelist Sally Rooney’s most recent book.
Sports
The 2021 MLB Wild Card Games Lived Up to Their Name
While the two Wild Card Games were nearly opposites in their makeups, both were exciting contests, and the rest of the postseason is shaping up to be just as exciting.
Sports
The Mimbas Are Prancing Their Way to Victory
By Ethan Kirschner, Benjamin Hamel
The Stuyvesant girls’ varsity soccer team is off to a strong start.
Humor
Secret Story of the K-Pop Revolution
By Cyrus Cursetjee, Erica Chen
K-pop’s elaborate, frightening plan to take over Stuyvesant, all revealed in Stuy Confessions.
Sports
New Season, New Challenges for the Peglegs
During a time when the players can easily become unmotivated and distracted, the Peglegs have done a good job staying determined and working on improving in all aspects of their game.
Arts and Entertainment
Met Gala 2021: A Lexicon of American… Confusion?
By Christine Lin, Suah Chung, Samira Esha
An overview of the 2021 Met Gala.
Arts and Entertainment
“Squid Game”: An Ugly Reflection Of Human Nature
By Nicole Liu
Netflix’s newest Korean Drama,“Squid Game” is a suspenseful show that utilizes realistic characters and an action-filled plot to draw people in and tell a story about human nature.
Arts and Entertainment
Yes, You Can Still Get Cheap *ss Lunch Near Stuy
Cheap *ss Lunch is still out there if you're willing to find it—look no further than the generous portions and smoldering spices of the yellow halal cart.
Sports
A Strong Start for the Peglegs
By Susie McKnight, Roxie Gosfield
Currently tied for second in their division, the Peglegs have dominated this season so far and have their sights set on riding this momentum into the playoffs.
News
Stuyvesant Students Featured in Vogue for Climate Strike
Juniors Lea Esipov and Daria Minhas were featured in Vogue after attending a climate strike on September 24.
News
Stuyvesant Switches to PupilPath
By Ezra Lee, James Kang, Rajhasree Paul
Stuyvesant changed its grading platform to PupilPath for the coming school year.
News
SU Hosts In-Person Clubs & Pubs Fair
By Sarah Huynh, Ziying Jian, Mary Lee, Nikki Chen
The SU hosted its annual Clubs & Pubs Fair in-person.
News
COVID-19 Causes Stuyvesant Classes to Adjust
By Rebecca Bao, Juni Park, Elaine Huang, Sarah Diaz
As students transition back to in-person learning at Stuyvesant, classes such as World Language, Music, and Physical Education have been disproportionately affected by newly implemented COVID-19 protocols.
Features
College Coronavirus Craziness
A look into Stuyvesant’s college admissions process, how it’s changed because of the pandemic, and what we can expect in the future.
Opinions
It’s Time to Refresh Congress
Incumbencies and career politicians are making Congress outdated. Term limits would help.
Science
NASA’s DART Protection Project is a Step in a New Direction
By Justin Li
NASA launches a mission called DART that sends space probes into space to intentionally slam into an asteroid. Test mission, NASA new mission concept/role
Opinions
Money Wins
By Ashley Lin
Big money in politics allows corporations to rig the system so that results are in their favor, allowing politicians to serve their donors rather than their constituents.
Opinions
You Should Learn How to Create Art
By Kenneth Gao
Art is a natural part of one’s expression, and the Internet makes it easier than ever to tap into it.
Opinions
You Can Only Get Some of Your Rights Delivered
While New York City has passed a new bill improving some conditions for delivery workers, more firm measures need to be taken to protect and support these workers.
Science
What’s With the New Alzheimer’s Drug?
By Andy Chen
A controversial Alzheimer’s drug, aducanumab, made its way to the market, but it isn’t so clear if it provides any cognitive benefits.
Science
How A.I. is Shaping the Future of Agricult
By Hellen Luo
As a scientific research field that gained vast popularity in recent years, artificial intelligence (A.I.) has begun to expand its footprint into one of the oldest foundations of humanity—agriculture.
Science
The International Space Station is Aging
By Aryana Singh
After nearly 23 years, the International Space Station (ISS) is showing signs of deterioration.
Opinions
A Game of Monopoly
By Erica Li
Big Tech (Apple, Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Amazon) has monopolized the world, and their powers need to be regulated.
Opinions
An Apology to the Girls Gone Bad
By Elicia Chau
#FreeBritney and all the other women in popular media who’ve been ruined.
Science
The Role of Biofuel in Tackling Climate Change
By Oscar Wang
Biofuels are emerging as promising alternatives to fossil fuels, but will they give us the edge we need against climate change?
Opinions
Settling for Biden
Joe Biden has made many promises and needs to be held accountable for his political shortcomings.
Humor
Desk Vandalism: A New Messaging Medium
By Eshaal Ubaid
Desk vandal buddies don’t invade the privacy of other desk vandal buddies. It’s so not cool.
Humor
New Student at Stuy, Y/N
By Ezra Lee
Y/N starts a new life at Stuyvesant…. and possibly a brand new spicy romance with two of the hottest students at school?
Humor
But How Are Your Lockers Holding Up?
After over a year of inactivity, how’s your locker adjusting?
Humor
But How Are Your Lockers Holding Up?
After over a year of inactivity, how’s your locker adjusting?
Humor
Stuyvesant’s Newest Clubs
By Liesel Wong
A quick rundown of some of the most creative clubs at Stuyvesant
Humor
Secret Story of the K-Pop Revolution
By Cyrus Cursetjee, Erica Chen
K-pop’s elaborate, frightening plan to take over Stuyvesant, all revealed in Stuy Confessions.
Sports
New Season, New Challenges for the Peglegs
During a time when the players can easily become unmotivated and distracted, the Peglegs have done a good job staying determined and working on improving in all aspects of their game.
Sports
Ben Simmons Needs to Deal With It
Ben Simmons hasn’t been the player Philadelphia hoped he would be. Are times changing?
Arts and Entertainment
Met Gala 2021: A Lexicon of American… Confusion?
By Christine Lin, Suah Chung, Samira Esha
An overview of the 2021 Met Gala.
Arts and Entertainment
“Only Murders in the Building” Kills It
By Roxy Perazzo
A review of “Only Murders in the Building,” Hulu’s new murder mystery.
Arts and Entertainment
“Squid Game”: An Ugly Reflection Of Human Nature
By Nicole Liu
Netflix’s newest Korean Drama,“Squid Game” is a suspenseful show that utilizes realistic characters and an action-filled plot to draw people in and tell a story about human nature.
Arts and Entertainment
The Death of the Hood Classic
By Asa Muhammad
We out here watching hood cinema at the Village Theater!
Arts and Entertainment
Yes, You Can Still Get Cheap *ss Lunch Near Stuy
Cheap *ss Lunch is still out there if you're willing to find it—look no further than the generous portions and smoldering spices of the yellow halal cart.
Arts and Entertainment
Zillenial Existential Dread
By Anika Amin
A review of popular novelist Sally Rooney’s most recent book.
Sports
The 2021 MLB Wild Card Games Lived Up to Their Name
While the two Wild Card Games were nearly opposites in their makeups, both were exciting contests, and the rest of the postseason is shaping up to be just as exciting.
Sports
The Mimbas Are Prancing Their Way to Victory
By Ethan Kirschner, Benjamin Hamel
The Stuyvesant girls’ varsity soccer team is off to a strong start.
Sports
A Strong Start for the Peglegs
By Susie McKnight, Roxie Gosfield
Currently tied for second in their division, the Peglegs have dominated this season so far and have their sights set on riding this momentum into the playoffs.
