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Tapping Some Integrity into the News

Every year on a given June morning, Stuyvesant students flock to the second-floor atrium and crane their necks to see the colorful displays that adorn the wall near the senior bar—a popular hangout for fourth-year students. The cause for the commotion: crush lists, a long-standing tradition whereby seniors list the crushes they’ve had since freshman [...]

Senior Caucus Endorsement

The Student Union (SU) Senior Caucus President and Vice President hold possibly the most demanding grade-caucus positions in the school. It is their job to bolster morale during a stressful first term of college applications, and to build senior unity through [endless] spirit days as the year wears on. In addition, the Senior Caucus President [...]

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  • Get a Scoop of This!
    By TONG NIU
    It’s hot. Between global warming and inoperable air conditioners, even the shortest short shorts can’t combat the stifling heat. Now, with the APs behind us and summer beckoning with every warm breeze, it is the perfect time to indulge in our favorite mood-lifting, heat-combating, sugar rush-inducing treat: ice cream. So, when you grow tired of [...] (More...)
  • SU President Paul Lee Suspends Elections, Declares Himself Emperor
    By CHESTER DUBOV AND SAM FURNIVAL
    In the greatest blow yet to Stuyvesant’s student government, senior and Student Union (SU) President Paul Lee has suspended the upcoming elections and declared himself “Emperor of All [he] Survey[s].” The Spectator regrets the extraneous printing of endorsements and candidate profiles. “These plebeians are not ready to govern themselves,” Lee said in a 30 minute [...] (More...)
  • Robotics Team Robot: More Emotional Intelligence Than Team Itself
    By CHESTER DUBOV AND SAM FURNIVAL
    They said it couldn’t be done. On Thursday, June 3rd, a soft weeping sound could be heard emanating from the fourth floor back hallway. Unlike most days, the mournful cries were not those of a burned out teacher, a freshman trapped inside a locker, or a junior informed of his SAT results. These tears were [...] (More...)
  • Senior Sues To Bring Body-Pillow Girlfriend To Prom
    By SAM FURNIVAL AND CHESTER DUBOV
    Won Yung doesn’t look like your average civil rights crusader. A mere five feet tall, the senior stands literally in the shadow of Rosa Parks and Harriet Tubman, whose crusade he is continuing to fight. Despite being a member of Stuyvesant High School’s 2200-student strong Asian majority, Yung has come into personal contact with a [...] (More...)
  • The Year in Review
    By JOSEPH FRANKEL
    Budget cuts, arson, eliminated electives, new vending machines, juniors winning Sing! and a glaring neon sign. These are just some of the events that come to mind when looking back on the past school year, which has clearly set itself apart. Many students, and the occasional faculty member, have voiced the opinion that this past [...] (More...)

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Get a Scoop of This!
June 6, 2010
SU President Paul Lee Suspends Elections, Declares Himself Emperor
June 6, 2010
Robotics Team Robot: More Emotional Intelligence Than Team Itself
June 6, 2010
Senior Sues To Bring Body-Pillow Girlfriend To Prom
June 6, 2010
The Year in Review
June 6, 2010

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