Volume 114 Issue 6

Science

Can Humans Harness the Limb Regeneration Abilities of Salamanders?

The remarkable adaptations of salamanders provide a glimpse into the future of regenerative medicine and its application to humans.

Sports

The Greyducks Keep Quacking

The leadership of the talented and supportive captains of the team, combined with the strong work ethics and boundless potential of the runners, means a very bright future for the Greyducks. Picture request: Group Photo of the Greyducks

Sports

Overview of the 2023 Ballon d’Or Ceremony

The 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony had fierce competition, controversies, and many winners.

Humor

Your Mother Is My Best Friend

A foolproof list of ways to be the parents’ favorites!

News

Stuyvesant Big Sib Chairs Hold Big Sib and Little Sib Dance

Big Sib Chairs hosts a Big Sib and Little Sib Dance.

Humor

What Your Favorite Formula One Driver Says About You (Part One)

In honor of the 2022-2023 Formula One season coming to an end, it is time to find out what your favorite Formula One driver says about you.

Opinions

Democrats Have Ousted Their Chance at Political Influence in the House

Though the unanimous vote from Democrats alongside the eight far-right Republicans to oust McCarthy in October was far more unified than the GOP, it may not have been the smartest decision in the long term.

Science

A Snapshot of the World of Electrons

The 2023 winners of the Nobel Prize in Physics developed and implemented a technique to record electron behavior.

News

Stuyvesant Hosts College Panel with Yale Alumnus Juan Carlos Salinas

The Junior Caucus hosted a virtual college panel on October 14th and 15th with recent Stuy alumni and Yale alumnus Juan Carlos Salinas.

Humor

The Fever Dream Before Thanksgiving

Arts and Entertainment

The Complicated Life and Untimely Death of the Beloved Matthew Perry

A tribute to Friends actor Matthew Perry, and a recap of his life and the events leading up to his sudden death on October 28, 2023.

Features

That’s Really Young: Meditations on Peace From an Israeli-American

The Israel-Hamas conflict from the perspective of an Israeli-American.

News

Stuyvesant Experiences Afterschool Club Room Shortages

The lack of rooms available has caused a lull in the activity of many clubs at Stuyvesant, restraining the school’s social communities due to this logistical complication.

Opinions

Grieving Palestine Through an Islamic Perspective

We must remember that like us, Palestinians are humans too, and we cannot ignore the immense suffering they are going through and the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza—the time to educate ourselves and take action on this issue is now.

Arts and Entertainment

Dictatorial Froth in a New Media Universe

Ice Spice is the red-puffer-wrapped gift of a distinct art form for the new millennium.

Arts and Entertainment

Out of the Shadows: Priscilla Presley

Priscilla removes the rose-tinted glasses through which society views Elvis’s glamour-filled life and examines it through the eyes of his often-forgotten wife.

Features

History Through a New Lens: Islamic and Jewish History at Stuyvesant

A deep dive into two courses that examine history through the lens of religious minority groups, allowing students to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the complexities within the Islamic and Jewish experiences.

Science

Why Is Paper So Tear-ible?

Our schools remain paper-dominated despite the economic and environmental consequences; digitization provides a solution with numerous advantages.

Arts and Entertainment

Max Beckmann: A Decade of Discord

Max Beckmann: The Formative Years, 1915-1925 explores the dark early works of an artist traumatized by World War I.

Features

Ethan Sacks: Inciting Change, One Panel At a Time

Stuyvesant alum Ethan Sacks uses his storytelling and artistic skills to fuel his fight for change, cultivating comics that ignite both emotion and action.

Humor

The Spectator Investigates the Disbandment of the Big Sib Program

The sudden shutdown of the Big Sib program has led to much confusion amongst the student body.

Sports

NFL Midseason Review: In Haikus

Catch up on all the NFL action halfway through the season!

News

2023 Freshman Caucus Endorsements

The Spectator's 2023 Freshman Caucus Endorsements

Arts and Entertainment

Ahsoka: A Study in Mediocrity

Ahsoka, the latest in a long line-up of Star Wars live-action television shows, falls in the middle of the bunch, failing to make much of an impact.

Opinions

What Does Your Hair Say About You?

Our hair type and hairstyle are integral parts of our identities, playing a major role in how we’re viewed by our peers. However, it’s important to steer away from harmful stereotypes concerning hair.

Opinions

The Retail Apocalypse

We need to slow the retail apocalypse in New York.

Opinions

My School, My Voice

The education system that was designed for a different time is no longer relevant or effective for current students, and those students should have a say on how the system is taken apart and reformed.

Opinions

The New(s) Trend

News is a popularity contest, and everyone suffers because of it.

Sports

Comradery: The Secret Ingredient

As the Stuyvesant girls’ junior varsity volleyball team ends their season, it’s evident that it is their companionship helping to push them over the edge.

Science

Can Humans Harness the Limb Regeneration Abilities of Salamanders?

The remarkable adaptations of salamanders provide a glimpse into the future of regenerative medicine and its application to humans.

Sports

Foiled Again!

Meet Jonathan Wun, all-star fencer of the Stuyvesant Cobras!

Sports

The Greyducks Keep Quacking

The leadership of the talented and supportive captains of the team, combined with the strong work ethics and boundless potential of the runners, means a very bright future for the Greyducks. Picture request: Group Photo of the Greyducks

Sports

Overview of the 2023 Ballon d’Or Ceremony

The 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony had fierce competition, controversies, and many winners.

Humor

Your Mother Is My Best Friend

A foolproof list of ways to be the parents’ favorites!

Humor

Thanksgiving? What Thanksgiving? You’re Just Making Things Up

A CEO wants to make money off of Christmas and decides to gaslight the whole country into getting a head start on holiday preparations—at the expense of Thanksgiving.

Sports

The Penguins Plunge Into Victory

Coming off a playoff loss last season, the Penguins, Stuyvesant’s girl’s swimming and diving team, are eager and determined to take the chip and win the PSAL championships this year.

News

Stuyvesant Big Sib Chairs Hold Big Sib and Little Sib Dance

Big Sib Chairs hosts a Big Sib and Little Sib Dance.

News

Stuyvesant Hosts Lilly Maier, Author of Arthur and Lilly, for Book Talk

Lilly Maier, author of Arthur and Lilly, guest-speaks at Stuyvesant Jewish History course.

Humor

What Your Favorite Formula One Driver Says About You (Part One)

In honor of the 2022-2023 Formula One season coming to an end, it is time to find out what your favorite Formula One driver says about you.

Arts and Entertainment

America’s Most Depressing Goofball: Martin Scorsese

The subjects that attract Scorsese are by no means funny, but he nevertheless creates comedy through contrasts, a style that can be traced back to one of his earliest films, It’s Not Just You, Murray! (1966).

Opinions

Democrats Have Ousted Their Chance at Political Influence in the House

Though the unanimous vote from Democrats alongside the eight far-right Republicans to oust McCarthy in October was far more unified than the GOP, it may not have been the smartest decision in the long term.

Science

A Snapshot of the World of Electrons

The 2023 winners of the Nobel Prize in Physics developed and implemented a technique to record electron behavior.

News

Stuyvesant Hosts College Panel with Yale Alumnus Juan Carlos Salinas

The Junior Caucus hosted a virtual college panel on October 14th and 15th with recent Stuy alumni and Yale alumnus Juan Carlos Salinas.

Humor

The Fever Dream Before Thanksgiving

Humor

BREAKING NEWS: Group of Freshman Dress up as the 7-9 escalator for Halloween Subtitle: Get walked all over on in the traditional Freshman fashion

This Halloween, a group of Freshman break free from their usual gym-clothing attire to dress up as the 7-9 escalator.

Humor

Wild Turkeys and Witches Threaten School Safety

Turkeys and witches are threatening Stuyvesant students.

Science

According To Consciousness, Lemons Aren’t Sour

Consciousness is not a new phenomenon: it even precedes the Big Bang.

Science

Whooping Cough Explained

The recent cases of whooping cough at Stuyvesant High School highlight the importance of vaccination, early diagnosis, and awareness to prevent the spread of this highly contagious and potentially severe respiratory infection.

Arts and Entertainment

The Complicated Life and Untimely Death of the Beloved Matthew Perry

A tribute to Friends actor Matthew Perry, and a recap of his life and the events leading up to his sudden death on October 28, 2023.

Features

That’s Really Young: Meditations on Peace From an Israeli-American

The Israel-Hamas conflict from the perspective of an Israeli-American.

News

Stuyvesant Experiences Afterschool Club Room Shortages

The lack of rooms available has caused a lull in the activity of many clubs at Stuyvesant, restraining the school’s social communities due to this logistical complication.

Opinions

Grieving Palestine Through an Islamic Perspective

We must remember that like us, Palestinians are humans too, and we cannot ignore the immense suffering they are going through and the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza—the time to educate ourselves and take action on this issue is now.

Science

The Possible Cosmic Culprit Behind Computer Errors

Cosmic rays—streams of charged particles—can negatively affect terrestrial technology.

Arts and Entertainment

Max Beckmann: A Decade of Discord

Max Beckmann: The Formative Years, 1915-1925 explores the dark early works of an artist traumatized by World War I.

Features

Ethan Sacks: Inciting Change, One Panel At a Time

Stuyvesant alum Ethan Sacks uses his storytelling and artistic skills to fuel his fight for change, cultivating comics that ignite both emotion and action.

Humor

The Spectator Investigates the Disbandment of the Big Sib Program

The sudden shutdown of the Big Sib program has led to much confusion amongst the student body.

Sports

NFL Midseason Review: In Haikus

Catch up on all the NFL action halfway through the season!

Arts and Entertainment

Dictatorial Froth in a New Media Universe

Ice Spice is the red-puffer-wrapped gift of a distinct art form for the new millennium.

News

2023 Freshman Caucus Endorsements

The Spectator's 2023 Freshman Caucus Endorsements

Arts and Entertainment

Ahsoka: A Study in Mediocrity

Ahsoka, the latest in a long line-up of Star Wars live-action television shows, falls in the middle of the bunch, failing to make much of an impact.

Arts and Entertainment

Out of the Shadows: Priscilla Presley

Priscilla removes the rose-tinted glasses through which society views Elvis’s glamour-filled life and examines it through the eyes of his often-forgotten wife.

Features

History Through a New Lens: Islamic and Jewish History at Stuyvesant

A deep dive into two courses that examine history through the lens of religious minority groups, allowing students to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the complexities within the Islamic and Jewish experiences.

Opinions

What Does Your Hair Say About You?

Our hair type and hairstyle are integral parts of our identities, playing a major role in how we’re viewed by our peers. However, it’s important to steer away from harmful stereotypes concerning hair.

Opinions

The Retail Apocalypse

We need to slow the retail apocalypse in New York.

Opinions

My School, My Voice

The education system that was designed for a different time is no longer relevant or effective for current students, and those students should have a say on how the system is taken apart and reformed.

Opinions

The New(s) Trend

News is a popularity contest, and everyone suffers because of it.

Science

Why Is Paper So Tear-ible?

Our schools remain paper-dominated despite the economic and environmental consequences; digitization provides a solution with numerous advantages.