Arts and Entertainment
Saltburn: Throwing Genres on the Wall To See What Sticks
By Benson Chen
The controversy surrounding Saltburn makes the film’s messaging much more convoluted than it is—the film’s overabundance of themes is its true impediment.
Science
The Drug Behind the Hollywood Tragedy
American-Canadian actor Matthew Perry’s recent death has sent shockwaves into the world and raised numerous questions about the future of ketamine.
Opinions
Why Do Movie Moms Keep Dying?!
How can women envision their future when our media is obsessed with killing moms?
Opinions
The Merits of a Merit-Based System
The current college admissions system is inequitable and robs high schoolers of their childhood: a merit-based system is the solution.
Opinions
Bun Cha Obama: Authenticity in Food
By Myles Vuong
In a world where “authentic food” is overused and influential, it is time to change how we approach cultural foods.
Features
Planning for a Better Year: Resolutions for the Stuyvesant Administration and Students
The resolutions that students hope the administration will implement in the coming year, as well as their own plans to improve the Stuyvesant community.
Humor
A Stuy Guide to Mastering Your New Year’s Resolutions
A comprehensive guide to accomplishing all your goals for the New Year!
Features
James Creegan: A Beloved Substitute and Singer
By Grace Jung, Leah Riegel, Rachel Uh
The student body had incredible, unforgettable experiences with Mr. Creegan, a singing substitute. To commemorate his passing, here is what the students have to say.
Humor
Tips To Get Your College Recs: Fail-Safe for the Fools
By Daniella Solomon, Sasha Ruinsky
Follow these six fail-safe tips to get the college recommendation letter of your dreams.
Sports
A Toll on Mental Health
By Khush Wadhwa
As athletes chase perfection in their sports, they must reconcile with the mental consequences of perfectionist attitudes.
Sports
Playing a Sport Where Nobody Wins
Behind all the smiling team photos, in-action shots, and glimpses of sportsmanship, some experience a dark side of sports.
Sports
Sports and the Two Sides of Feminism
The inclusion of transgender women in sports competitions must not come at the expense of cisgender women.
Opinions
On Being Multicultural
Being multiracial has expanded my perspective in so many ways, though many people who don’t understand it can be detrimental influences. Still, one has to pave their own way.
Features
Sick of School, Sick at School
By Andrew Oh
How students navigate the dilemma of being sick during the academic year.
Arts and Entertainment
Virtual K-pop Idols: K-pop’s New Connection to Global Audiences?
By Emi Shimada
Virtual K-pop idols give rise to various social concerns while proposing new ways to connect with fans around the world. I
Humor
The Top Secret Rizzy Basement Dweller Lab
As one of the top-ranking high schools in New York, anyone would expect Stuyvesant students to be the smartest high school students there are, but recent leakage of top-secret research claims that their knowledge is all artificial and that there’s a catch to these intelligent workaholics.
Arts and Entertainment
To Be a Brother
By Munem Tajwar
The Iron Claw explores the depths of professional wrestling’s greatest tragedy.
Science
Baricitinib: A Cure for Type I Diabetes?
By Erica Wong
Type I Diabetes requires demanding treatment through the injection of insulin into the body; however, a pre-existing drug, baricitinib, may reduce the need for insulin injections.
Science
Plugged In and Taking Off: Electric Planes Hit the Skies
By Imtiaz Ahmed
Electric aircraft promise a cleaner and cheaper future for aviation, but overcoming existing technological hurdles will be key to a complete revolution in the aviation industry.
Features
The Human Behind Humans of Stuy
By Ada Gordon
Humans of Stuy, a club that publishes the stories of members of the Stuyvesant community, was recently revived by sophomore Madelyn Nunez, who aims to widen the size and readership of the publication.
Science
Your Gut Microbiome Might be Giving You Social Anxiety
By Sonya Cisse
Recent scientific research has shown that bacteria in the gut microbiome is related to having Social Anxiety Disorder. The research is anticipated to revolutionize future treatment.
Sports
Foul? Nah, No Foul For You.
Disgruntled fans often criticize referees for their foul calls, but are these calls actually legitimate?
News
Sheryl Xie Wins Holiday Card Competition
By Judy Namkoong, Maisha Thakur, Mary Lee
Sophomore Sheryl Xie wins annual Holiday Card Competition with painting of a winter forest.
Opinions
Why Not Teach Every Student to Read Well.
Reading proficiency in students across the nation and globe is shockingly low, and it’s an underlying issue that needs to be addressed.
Science
Growing Green: Assessing the Realities of Organic Farming
The idea that the organic label always means environmentally friendly is questioned by the ongoing debate about how organic farming affects the environment. Even though organic farming tries to avoid artificial pesticides and make soil healthier, recent research shows we need a careful approach that considers both helping the environment and producing food efficiently, especially as more people pick organic products.
Science
Euthanization: Ethics vs. Legality
The ethical dilemma surrounding euthanization raises questions about the importance of life in the face of chronic pain and suffering, the medical autonomy of individuals, and the obligations of medical professionals.
Science
Confronting Flaws Within Rising Facial Recognition Technology
By Hana Hirata
Understanding the processes necessary for accurate facial recognition aids in comprehending the flaws of AI and how it can be improved, especially in crime.
Science
A Student’s Worst Nightmare: Sleep?
By Isabel Cho
Though people recognize the importance of sleep, they often find that creating a healthy sleep schedule is difficult because of the effects of sleep deprivation and oversleeping.
Opinions
Are Our Parents Right?
The streaming business is oversaturated with too many shows that prioritize media buzz over content, leading to a decrease in the quality of television.
Sports
Against All Scorecards: Shavkat Rakhmonov’s Rise to Contendership
How 2023 was the breakout year for UFC fighter, Shavkat Rakhmonov, as he went from dark horse to fan favorite and one fight away from a title shot.
Sports
𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘬𝘩𝘢𝘮: A Superstar Story
By Duncan Park
Netflix’s documentary 𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘬𝘩𝘢𝘮 details the career of the iconic man on and off the field.
Features
New York’s Invisible “Ecological Engineers”
On November 15, English teacher Annie Thoms’s Writing to Make Change classes visited Stuyvesant alumnus and artist Siyan Wong’s 𝘍𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘢 𝘊𝘢𝘯: 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘝𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 exhibit at Gallery 456 to learn about the exhibit’s goal of humanizing impoverished people.
Humor
Santa or Satan?
Sending a letter to Santa at 3 a.m. gone wrong? (GONE WRONG) (POLICE CALLED) (SATAN CAME TO MY HOUSE!)
Humor
Humor Editor Exposé
By Gabriella Hoefner, Virgenya Zhu
An investigation into the new editors of the Spectator Humor department— and their deep, dark secrets.
Sports
Wrestling to the Top
By Christopher Shen, Haowen Yan
The Spartans are back with a renewed roster and even more determination to be at the top of their division.
Arts and Entertainment
Françoise Hardy Bids Adieu
Examining the legacy of Françoise Hardy through the release of her new compilation album, 𝘘𝘶𝘦𝘭𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘲𝘶𝘦 𝘫𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘢𝘪𝘴 𝘥’𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦.
Arts and Entertainment
Saltburn: Throwing Genres on the Wall To See What Sticks
By Benson Chen
The controversy surrounding Saltburn makes the film’s messaging much more convoluted than it is—the film’s overabundance of themes is its true impediment.
Arts and Entertainment
To Be a Brother
By Munem Tajwar
The Iron Claw explores the depths of professional wrestling’s greatest tragedy.
Science
Baricitinib: A Cure for Type I Diabetes?
By Erica Wong
Type I Diabetes requires demanding treatment through the injection of insulin into the body; however, a pre-existing drug, baricitinib, may reduce the need for insulin injections.
Science
Plugged In and Taking Off: Electric Planes Hit the Skies
By Imtiaz Ahmed
Electric aircraft promise a cleaner and cheaper future for aviation, but overcoming existing technological hurdles will be key to a complete revolution in the aviation industry.
Features
The Human Behind Humans of Stuy
By Ada Gordon
Humans of Stuy, a club that publishes the stories of members of the Stuyvesant community, was recently revived by sophomore Madelyn Nunez, who aims to widen the size and readership of the publication.
Science
Your Gut Microbiome Might be Giving You Social Anxiety
By Sonya Cisse
Recent scientific research has shown that bacteria in the gut microbiome is related to having Social Anxiety Disorder. The research is anticipated to revolutionize future treatment.
Science
The Drug Behind the Hollywood Tragedy
American-Canadian actor Matthew Perry’s recent death has sent shockwaves into the world and raised numerous questions about the future of ketamine.
Sports
Foul? Nah, No Foul For You.
Disgruntled fans often criticize referees for their foul calls, but are these calls actually legitimate?
News
Sheryl Xie Wins Holiday Card Competition
By Judy Namkoong, Maisha Thakur, Mary Lee
Sophomore Sheryl Xie wins annual Holiday Card Competition with painting of a winter forest.
Opinions
Why Do Movie Moms Keep Dying?!
How can women envision their future when our media is obsessed with killing moms?
Opinions
The Merits of a Merit-Based System
The current college admissions system is inequitable and robs high schoolers of their childhood: a merit-based system is the solution.
Opinions
Why Not Teach Every Student to Read Well.
Reading proficiency in students across the nation and globe is shockingly low, and it’s an underlying issue that needs to be addressed.
Opinions
Bun Cha Obama: Authenticity in Food
By Myles Vuong
In a world where “authentic food” is overused and influential, it is time to change how we approach cultural foods.
Features
Planning for a Better Year: Resolutions for the Stuyvesant Administration and Students
The resolutions that students hope the administration will implement in the coming year, as well as their own plans to improve the Stuyvesant community.
Science
Growing Green: Assessing the Realities of Organic Farming
The idea that the organic label always means environmentally friendly is questioned by the ongoing debate about how organic farming affects the environment. Even though organic farming tries to avoid artificial pesticides and make soil healthier, recent research shows we need a careful approach that considers both helping the environment and producing food efficiently, especially as more people pick organic products.
Sports
New Look Knicks
The Knicks look to advance their playoff efforts with a trade for Raptors OG Anunoby.
Sports
Against All Scorecards: Shavkat Rakhmonov’s Rise to Contendership
How 2023 was the breakout year for UFC fighter, Shavkat Rakhmonov, as he went from dark horse to fan favorite and one fight away from a title shot.
Sports
𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘬𝘩𝘢𝘮: A Superstar Story
By Duncan Park
Netflix’s documentary 𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘬𝘩𝘢𝘮 details the career of the iconic man on and off the field.
Features
New York’s Invisible “Ecological Engineers”
On November 15, English teacher Annie Thoms’s Writing to Make Change classes visited Stuyvesant alumnus and artist Siyan Wong’s 𝘍𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘢 𝘊𝘢𝘯: 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘝𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 exhibit at Gallery 456 to learn about the exhibit’s goal of humanizing impoverished people.
Humor
A Stuy Guide to Mastering Your New Year’s Resolutions
A comprehensive guide to accomplishing all your goals for the New Year!
Features
James Creegan: A Beloved Substitute and Singer
By Grace Jung, Leah Riegel, Rachel Uh
The student body had incredible, unforgettable experiences with Mr. Creegan, a singing substitute. To commemorate his passing, here is what the students have to say.
Humor
Tips To Get Your College Recs: Fail-Safe for the Fools
By Daniella Solomon, Sasha Ruinsky
Follow these six fail-safe tips to get the college recommendation letter of your dreams.
Sports
A Toll on Mental Health
By Khush Wadhwa
As athletes chase perfection in their sports, they must reconcile with the mental consequences of perfectionist attitudes.
Sports
Playing a Sport Where Nobody Wins
Behind all the smiling team photos, in-action shots, and glimpses of sportsmanship, some experience a dark side of sports.
Sports
Sports and the Two Sides of Feminism
The inclusion of transgender women in sports competitions must not come at the expense of cisgender women.
Humor
Santa or Satan?
Sending a letter to Santa at 3 a.m. gone wrong? (GONE WRONG) (POLICE CALLED) (SATAN CAME TO MY HOUSE!)
Humor
Humor Editor Exposé
By Gabriella Hoefner, Virgenya Zhu
An investigation into the new editors of the Spectator Humor department— and their deep, dark secrets.
Opinions
On Being Multicultural
Being multiracial has expanded my perspective in so many ways, though many people who don’t understand it can be detrimental influences. Still, one has to pave their own way.
Features
Sick of School, Sick at School
By Andrew Oh
How students navigate the dilemma of being sick during the academic year.
Arts and Entertainment
Virtual K-pop Idols: K-pop’s New Connection to Global Audiences?
By Emi Shimada
Virtual K-pop idols give rise to various social concerns while proposing new ways to connect with fans around the world. I
Humor
The Top Secret Rizzy Basement Dweller Lab
As one of the top-ranking high schools in New York, anyone would expect Stuyvesant students to be the smartest high school students there are, but recent leakage of top-secret research claims that their knowledge is all artificial and that there’s a catch to these intelligent workaholics.
News
Stuyvesant Hosts Celebrate Science Night
Stuyvesant Parent’s Association hosts Celebrate Science Night to showcase the recently completed independent research projects of Stuy seniors.
Science
Euthanization: Ethics vs. Legality
The ethical dilemma surrounding euthanization raises questions about the importance of life in the face of chronic pain and suffering, the medical autonomy of individuals, and the obligations of medical professionals.
Science
Confronting Flaws Within Rising Facial Recognition Technology
By Hana Hirata
Understanding the processes necessary for accurate facial recognition aids in comprehending the flaws of AI and how it can be improved, especially in crime.
Science
A Student’s Worst Nightmare: Sleep?
By Isabel Cho
Though people recognize the importance of sleep, they often find that creating a healthy sleep schedule is difficult because of the effects of sleep deprivation and oversleeping.
Sports
Wrestling to the Top
By Christopher Shen, Haowen Yan
The Spartans are back with a renewed roster and even more determination to be at the top of their division.
Sports
The Flight to Victory
By Kaileen So
Stuyvesant’s girls’ golf team, the Birdies, were able to continue their dominance as they pulled off the feat of going undefeated and claiming the title of back-to-back city champions.
