Volume 114 Issue 3

News

Stuyvesant Seniors Speculate on Elective Shortcomings

Students struggle to obtain desired electives amidst class shortages.

News

Stuyvesant Students’ Thoughts on the New College Board DBQ and LEQ Rubrics

What do students think about the College Board’s revisions to the DBQ and LEQ rubrics?

Sports

The MLB Playoff Picture

Breaking down the teams and matchups of the 2023 MLB playoffs.

Opinions

Letter to the Editor - Response to “Why is OnlyFans Being Glorified?”

This letter to the editor is written in response to “Why is OnlyFans Being Glorified?,” published in Volume 114 Issue 2.

Sports

The Big Bang Bests the Juggernaut in Rematch

In an intense rematch against Joe Joyce, Zhilei ‘Big Bang’ Zhang defends his WBO Interim Heavyweight belt on September 23.

Arts and Entertainment

Demonic Only in Name: Scarlet

Doja Cat promises a new direction on her latest album, Scarlet—and while she achieves it occasionally, most of the tracks lack substance and blend together. Doja Cat promises a new direction on her latest album, Scarlet—and while she achieves it occasionally, most of the tracks lack substance and blend together.

Features

Among Bison and Bears: Making Memories in Yellowstone’s Wild Classroom

The unexpected joys and challenges of a student’s journey to Yellowstone National Park with Stuyvesant peers and faculty.

Science

Our Healthcare Future, Through the Lens Of Precision Medicine

Through precision medicine, we can tailor treatment plans directly to patients’ unique genetic profiles.

Features

I Actually Love my Commute! Stuyppreciates #1

Commuting to school is often regarded as the worst part of a student’s day, but some students have taken measures to change this mindset.

Arts and Entertainment

A Viennese Corner in New York

Home to Klimt’s Woman in Gold, the Neue Galerie offers New Yorkers a taste of Vienna and shines a spotlight on the culture and art of 20th-century Austria and Germany.

Science

Cutting Edge: Robo Surgeons

Recent research has discovered that a special type of robotic needle could autonomously perform surgery on complex bodily sections.

Sports

Swinging for Success: The Birdies Take Flight on the Golf Course

The Birdies are undefeated and look to defend their title as reigning PSAL Champions.

Sports

Analyzing the Current Situation of Chelsea Football Club

Despite their poor start to the 2023-24 Premier League season, Chelsea fans should hold hope in manager Maurice Pochettino and the team’s young squad.

Humor

Ferry’s Fairies Don’t Play Fair

Some Stuyvesant students discover a secret clan of whimsical fairies living in Ferry’s; shenanigans ensue.

News

Understanding The War Between Israel and Hamas

On October 7, 2023, the Israeli government declared war following an attack conducted by the Palestinian militant nationalist group, Hamas.

Sports

Patriotic Peak: American Sporting Performance Is on a Decline

The United States’ recent poor performances in international competitions fit a pattern that will presumably continue for years to come.

Arts and Entertainment

From the Beatles to Taylor Swift: What Is Pop Music?

An exploration of the American definition of pop music and how this genre has changed—and will continue to change—as a result of technological advancements.

Opinions

Why We Need Better Representation of Women in Central Park

After 165 years, women finally get a statue in Central Park. Is it enough?

Opinions

Check Out What’s Putting Public Libraries On Hold

Public libraries are at risk of becoming obsolete and left in the dust. What is needed to revive them, and why should we join the effort?

Opinions

Message From The Editorial Board

The Spectator Editorial Board strongly condemns the invasion of Israel by Hamas and the targeting of civilians.

Opinions

Get Out of School

Stuyvesant needs to make it easier to stay home when you’re sick.

Opinions

We Give MP1 Number Grades a “U” for Unsatisfactory

The administration recently switched marking period one grades from numerical grades to letter grades, potentially causing more harm than good to the student body.

Sports

The 2023 Peglegs are Shooting for the Stars… and Scoring

A recap of the season so far for the Peglegs, who are back and stronger than ever.

Opinions

Livestreaming: Where Everyone Feels Trapped

Despite how livestreaming appears on the surface—being able to make a decent amount of money and play your favorite games while doing so—it has its fair share of problems underneath it all.

Science

Fat: Innocent Until Proven Guilty

Consuming less fat may not actually be the solution to preventing cardiovascular disease.

Arts and Entertainment

A Stand Against Stan Culture

Obsessive, overbearing fans have become normalized in the music industry, and this phenomenon is increasingly dangerous for artists.

Humor

How to Treat Your Vertically Challenged Peers: The Official Guide

Exclusive advice on tall person etiquette, from the combined experiences of a tall person and a short person!

Humor

Observing the Wildlife of Stuyvesant High School

Sir David Attenborough goes to Stuyvesant and monologues a lot.

Humor

Your Completely Reliable Guide to the 2000s

Ever wished you had a greater knowledge of the 2000s to humor your teachers when they begin to drone about it? Here’s a quick and completely reliable guide of a typical day spent at Stuyvesant in the early 2000s!

Humor

The Secret Lives of Your Neighborhood Usuals

Your local mailman and a barista at the Starbucks near Stuy are leading secret lives.

Humor

You’re My Universe(ity): A College Dating Sim Introduction

Figure out what College is your OTP (One True Pair!)

News

Sophomore Caucus Hosts Picnic Alongside Key Club and Big Sibs

The Sophomore Caucus hosted a picnic alongside the Stuyvesant Key Club and Big Sibs.

News

Stuyvesant Students March to United Nations Climate Summit

On September 17th, approximately 20 Stuyvesant students alongside 75,000 other protestors marched in Midtown Manhattan demanding that the United States end fossil fuel production and reduce fossil fuel reliance.

News

Stuyvesant Introduces a New School-Wide Grading Policy

Principal Yu enacts new grading policy based on numerical grades and one point curve across all marking periods.

Arts and Entertainment

The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We: Mitski Remains A Star

On Mitski’s new album, she explores unfamiliar sonic territory and influences while retaining elements of her signature style.

News

Stuyvesant Seniors Speculate on Elective Shortcomings

Students struggle to obtain desired electives amidst class shortages.

News

Stuyvesant Students’ Thoughts on the New College Board DBQ and LEQ Rubrics

What do students think about the College Board’s revisions to the DBQ and LEQ rubrics?

Sports

The MLB Playoff Picture

Breaking down the teams and matchups of the 2023 MLB playoffs.

Science

Train to Fail

Most lifters aren’t lifting with enough intensity to maximize hypertrophy, which is slowing down their muscle gain.

Science

The Black Hole Paradox—Is There A Way Out?

The Black Hole Paradox concerning information loss in black holes puzzled physicists for decades. Recently, scientists found a promising solution using principles of quantum mechanics.

Opinions

Letter to the Editor - Response to “Why is OnlyFans Being Glorified?”

This letter to the editor is written in response to “Why is OnlyFans Being Glorified?,” published in Volume 114 Issue 2.

Sports

The Big Bang Bests the Juggernaut in Rematch

In an intense rematch against Joe Joyce, Zhilei ‘Big Bang’ Zhang defends his WBO Interim Heavyweight belt on September 23.

Arts and Entertainment

Superhero Movies: Emotions or Explosions?

Not even Bartholomew Henry Allen could outrun this.

Arts and Entertainment

The Rise of “Pompkin” Spice

The start of a new school year doesn’t seem quite so bleak when there’s cinnamon involved.

Arts and Entertainment

No Time for the Runway

AVAVAV’s fashion exhibition at Milan Fashion Week was far from ordinary; incomplete and eccentric looks took to the runway to share a bold message about the industry.

Arts and Entertainment

Demonic Only in Name: Scarlet

Doja Cat promises a new direction on her latest album, Scarlet—and while she achieves it occasionally, most of the tracks lack substance and blend together. Doja Cat promises a new direction on her latest album, Scarlet—and while she achieves it occasionally, most of the tracks lack substance and blend together.

Humor

Diary of a (Tired) Senior

In which a Humor writer discovers the diary of a graduated senior who had a (very) rough year.

Features

Among Bison and Bears: Making Memories in Yellowstone’s Wild Classroom

The unexpected joys and challenges of a student’s journey to Yellowstone National Park with Stuyvesant peers and faculty.

Features

The Case Of The Missing Metrocards

For the first two weeks of the fall semester, hundreds of seniors did not have access to their school MetroCards.

Science

Bacteria Detects Cancer

New research has shown that bacteria can be modified to help identify—and possibly stop—the spread of cancer.

Science

Our Healthcare Future, Through the Lens Of Precision Medicine

Through precision medicine, we can tailor treatment plans directly to patients’ unique genetic profiles.

Features

I Actually Love my Commute! Stuyppreciates #1

Commuting to school is often regarded as the worst part of a student’s day, but some students have taken measures to change this mindset.

Arts and Entertainment

Peso Pluma: From Les Calles To Dominación Mundo

In a riveting performance at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards, regional singer Peso Pluma made musical history as the first Mexican artist to perform at the award show.

Arts and Entertainment

A Viennese Corner in New York

Home to Klimt’s Woman in Gold, the Neue Galerie offers New Yorkers a taste of Vienna and shines a spotlight on the culture and art of 20th-century Austria and Germany.

Science

Cutting Edge: Robo Surgeons

Recent research has discovered that a special type of robotic needle could autonomously perform surgery on complex bodily sections.

Sports

Swinging for Success: The Birdies Take Flight on the Golf Course

The Birdies are undefeated and look to defend their title as reigning PSAL Champions.

Sports

Analyzing the Current Situation of Chelsea Football Club

Despite their poor start to the 2023-24 Premier League season, Chelsea fans should hold hope in manager Maurice Pochettino and the team’s young squad.

Humor

Ferry’s Fairies Don’t Play Fair

Some Stuyvesant students discover a secret clan of whimsical fairies living in Ferry’s; shenanigans ensue.

Humor

Will You Marry Me?

How to tell if random strangers are secretly in love with you (100 percent accurate!).

News

Understanding The War Between Israel and Hamas

On October 7, 2023, the Israeli government declared war following an attack conducted by the Palestinian militant nationalist group, Hamas.

News

Investigating 2023-2024’s Fall Clubs and Pubs Fair

The Clubs and Pubs Fair this year caused controversial usage of the sixth floor to advertise clubs not chosen to present in the official fair.

Features

Dear Incoming Class: A Look into Stuyvesant’s Facebook Culture

An examination of Stuyvesant’s dependence on Facebook, a flawed yet undeniably unique staple of the student body.

Opinions

Livestreaming: Where Everyone Feels Trapped

Despite how livestreaming appears on the surface—being able to make a decent amount of money and play your favorite games while doing so—it has its fair share of problems underneath it all.

Science

Fat: Innocent Until Proven Guilty

Consuming less fat may not actually be the solution to preventing cardiovascular disease.

Arts and Entertainment

A Stand Against Stan Culture

Obsessive, overbearing fans have become normalized in the music industry, and this phenomenon is increasingly dangerous for artists.

Humor

How to Treat Your Vertically Challenged Peers: The Official Guide

Exclusive advice on tall person etiquette, from the combined experiences of a tall person and a short person!

Sports

Patriotic Peak: American Sporting Performance Is on a Decline

The United States’ recent poor performances in international competitions fit a pattern that will presumably continue for years to come.

Arts and Entertainment

From the Beatles to Taylor Swift: What Is Pop Music?

An exploration of the American definition of pop music and how this genre has changed—and will continue to change—as a result of technological advancements.

Opinions

Why We Need Better Representation of Women in Central Park

After 165 years, women finally get a statue in Central Park. Is it enough?

Opinions

Check Out What’s Putting Public Libraries On Hold

Public libraries are at risk of becoming obsolete and left in the dust. What is needed to revive them, and why should we join the effort?

Opinions

Message From The Editorial Board

The Spectator Editorial Board strongly condemns the invasion of Israel by Hamas and the targeting of civilians.

Humor

Observing the Wildlife of Stuyvesant High School

Sir David Attenborough goes to Stuyvesant and monologues a lot.

Humor

Your Completely Reliable Guide to the 2000s

Ever wished you had a greater knowledge of the 2000s to humor your teachers when they begin to drone about it? Here’s a quick and completely reliable guide of a typical day spent at Stuyvesant in the early 2000s!

Humor

The Secret Lives of Your Neighborhood Usuals

Your local mailman and a barista at the Starbucks near Stuy are leading secret lives.

Humor

You’re My Universe(ity): A College Dating Sim Introduction

Figure out what College is your OTP (One True Pair!)

News

Sophomore Caucus Hosts Picnic Alongside Key Club and Big Sibs

The Sophomore Caucus hosted a picnic alongside the Stuyvesant Key Club and Big Sibs.

News

Stuyvesant Students March to United Nations Climate Summit

On September 17th, approximately 20 Stuyvesant students alongside 75,000 other protestors marched in Midtown Manhattan demanding that the United States end fossil fuel production and reduce fossil fuel reliance.

Opinions

Get Out of School

Stuyvesant needs to make it easier to stay home when you’re sick.

Opinions

We Give MP1 Number Grades a “U” for Unsatisfactory

The administration recently switched marking period one grades from numerical grades to letter grades, potentially causing more harm than good to the student body.

News

Stuyvesant Introduces a New School-Wide Grading Policy

Principal Yu enacts new grading policy based on numerical grades and one point curve across all marking periods.

Sports

The 2023 Peglegs are Shooting for the Stars… and Scoring

A recap of the season so far for the Peglegs, who are back and stronger than ever.