Erin Lee (erin-lee)

elee11 [ at ] stuy [ dot ] edu

Erin Lee (’21) is a former News reporter and Editor-in-Chief (’20-’21). Her favorite topics to cover include social and political dynamics in student spaces and nationwide news with a Stuyvesant lens. In her free time, she likes to explore the city, bike along the Hudson River, and splurge on iced coffee.

Facebook Post Ignites Conversation Regarding Mental Health

Erin Lee, Jenny Liu, Karen Zhang, Momoca Mairaj, Morris Raskin, Talia Kahan

The student body exploded in response to a sophomore’s Facebook post on January 3, 2021, expressing her deteriorating mental health and dread of returning to school after winter break. Students, teachers, and administrators share their responses.

Issue 9, Volume 111

NYC Public Schools Close as COVID-19 Positivity Rates Rise

Erin Lee, Talia Kahan

While the recent announcement of school closures has drastic implications for students across New York City, its impact on the Stuyvesant community is less dramatic yet still notable.

Issue 6, Volume 111

The COVID-age Class of 2024: Freshman Survey

Erin Lee, Talia Kahan

Issue 3, Volume 111

Class of 2024 Freshman Survey

Erin Lee, Talia Kahan

Results of the freshman survey for the Stuyvesant class of 2024.

Issue 3, Volume 111

Junior Caucus: Leo Smulansky and Ethan Brovender

Chrisabella Javier, Erin Lee, Rachel Ok

Issue 2, Volume 111

Introducing Principal Seung Yu

Erin Lee, Talia Kahan

With an upcoming and uncertain school year, Seung Yu has been appointed Principal of Stuyvesant following former Principal Eric Contreras’s resignation in July.

Issue 1, Volume 111

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ARISTA’s 2020 Stole Policy Creates Controversy

Erin Lee, Karen Zhang, Maddy Andersen, Talia Kahan

Issue 17, Volume 110

Stuyvesant While Black

Erin Lee, Talia Kahan

George Floyd was murdered on May 25, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota by policeman Derek Chauvin, who knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes, despite...

Issue 17, Volume 110

What’s Going on With COVID-19 at Stuyvesant

Erin Lee, Jonathan Schneiderman, Talia Kahan

Issue 11, Volume 110

Regarding the February 25 Incident in the Senior Atrium

Clara Shapiro, Erin Lee, Talia Kahan

Issue 11, Volume 110

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Arts and Entertainment

The Final Bow of Senior SING!

Erin Lee, Talia Kahan

The Spectator reviews Senior SING!.

Issue 11, Volume 110

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Student Union Financial Report: Winter 2020

Erin Lee, Talia Kahan

A breakdown of the Student Union’s yearly allocations, expenses, and revenue from the past few years.

Issue 10, Volume 110

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From Advanced Placement to Advanced Physics

Chloe Terestchenko, Erin Lee, Jess Zhang, Shreya Paul, Subyeta Chowdhury

After receiving criticism mainly from teachers regarding the mandatory AP Physics I course, the administration has decided to change the course to Advanced Physics, which...

Issue 7, Volume 110

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Stuyvesant Evacuations Raise Safety Protocol Concerns

Alice Zhu, Brian Zhang, Erin Lee, Madelyn Mao, Talia Kahan

Stuyvesant members evacuated the building twice on Thursday, October 17 due to issues in the elevator machine room and reports of continued gas smells throughout...

Issue 4, Volume 110

“The Sights and the Smells, the Feelings and the Fear”: A 9/11 Story at Stuyvesant

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

“My saddest memory from that day is when we were all walking down the West Side Highway and seeing one of my students, a boy...

Issue 3, Volume 110

Vishwaa Sofat and Julian Giordano: Leaders of the 2019-2020 Student Union

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

Senior Vishwaa Sofat and junior Julian Giordano were elected President and Vice President of the 2019-2020 Student Union.

Issue 1, Volume 110

Meet the 2019-2020 Big Sib Chairs!

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

The 2019-2020 Big Sib Chairs have been announced.

Issue 16, Volume 109

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Student Union: A Year in Review

Erin Lee, Jakob Gorisek-Gazze, Maddy Andersen, Neil Sarkar

The Spectator looks at the progress that the SU and the caucuses have made compared to their campaign promises.

Issue 15, Volume 109

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SU Interviews: Blooper Reel Highlights

Issue 14, Volume 109

Student Union Financial Report: Winter 2019

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

Issue 9, Volume 109

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PSAL Free Proposal Rejected by SLT

Erin Lee, Jeremy Rubin, Maddy Andersen

The SLT voted against continuing the discussion about the PSAL free proposal, which was presented by members of the SU.

Issue 7, Volume 109

Stanford University and NPR Host “Philosophy Talk” Episode at Stuyvesant

Erin Lee, Jeremy Rubin

Stanford University and National Public Radio (NPR) hosted and taped an episode of “Philosophy Talk” at Stuyvesant on October 13 for the public to attend.

Issue 4, Volume 109

The Student Union Approves Planned Changes to Constitution

A revised Student Union constitution will result in a redistribution of votes between elected and appointed officials and remove ARISTA’s vote.

Issue 4, Volume 109

William Wang and Vishwaa Sofat: 2018-2019 Leaders of the Stuyvesant Student Union

Erin Lee, George Shey, Maddy Andersen, Nishmi Abeyweera

Student Union President William Wang and Student Union Vice President Vishwaa Sofat assumed office last spring and have a number of initiatives planned for the...

Issue 3, Volume 109

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Eric Contreras Re-Signs as Principal of Stuyvesant

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

Principal Eric Contreras announced his decision to stay at Stuyvesant, turning down the position as Senior Executive Director of Curriculum, Construction, and Professional Learning for the NYC Department of Education.

Issue 2, Volume 109

New Online Talos System Goes Live at Stuyvesant

Erin Lee, Jamie Zeng

Developer Rodda John (‘17) comments on Stuyvesant’s new Talos system and how it will impact the school administration and student body in the upcoming years.

Issue 1, Volume 109

Eric Contreras Resigns as Principal of Stuyvesant

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

Principal Eric Contreras has announced his resignation after two years at Stuyvesant High School, and will assume a position as Senior Executive Director of Curriculum, Construction, and Professional Learning at the New York City Department of Education.

Issue 1, Volume 109

Junior Caucus Hosts Career Fair at Stuyvesant

Erin Lee, Rae Seong Jeong, Ruth Lee

The Junior Caucus hosted a Career Fair on Friday, May 18 in order to educate and expose students to careers and various fields of study.

Issue 16, Volume 108

Meet the 2018-2019 Big Sib Chairs!

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

The Big Sibs Chairs for the 2018-2019 school year have been announced.

Issue 15, Volume 108

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The Environmental Club Pursues New Initiatives at Stuyvesant

Erin Lee, Hanah Jun, Ruth Lee

The Environmental Club and its subsidiary, the Green Team, have taken steps toward making a more aware and educated student body along with a cleaner school through the annual Earth Day Fair, the new recycling station grading system, and other projects.

Issue 15, Volume 108

Second Annual Wellness Night Discusses Screen Time and Students

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

Ms. Pedrick, Ms. Ingram, and the Parent’s Association hosted a Wellness Night on April 12, which included a showing of “Screenagers” and a following discussion regarding the film.

Issue 14, Volume 108

Japanese Street Artist Shiro Paints Murals at Stuyvesant High School

Japanese street artist Shiro painted vibrant, yet controversial murals at Stuyvesant High School during Presidents’ Week. She returned the next week to celebrate the establishment of her works of art with Japanese-learning students and school administrators.

Issue 13, Volume 108

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Dear Incoming Stuyvesant Class of 2022…The Spectator Has Advice!

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

Two rising sophomores give friendly advice to incoming freshmen.

Issue 12, Volume 108

Stuyvesant Hosts New York City’s First Gender and Sexuality Alliance Summit

Chloe Doumar, Erin Lee, Sasha Spajic

The New York City Department of Education (DOE) held its first Gender and Sexuality Alliance at Stuyvesant High School on January 29, 2018. The event allowed students to speak about various topics with other members of the LGBTQ community and taught administrators techniques to support the LGBTQ community.

Issue 11, Volume 108

Big Changes to the Big Sib Program

Erin Lee, Maddy Andersen

The Big Sib Chairs ratified the Big Sib bylaws on January 11, 2018, bringing changes that allow the organization to function as an essential part of Stuyvesant, such as a process for amendments and picking members, as well as the removal of those members.

Issue 9, Volume 108

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Stuyvesant Hosts Local Hack Day

Chloe Doumar, Erin Lee

Stuyvesant hosted a StuyHacks Local Hack Day on Saturday, December 2, where middle and high school students from around New York collaborated on various innovative coding projects

Issue 7, Volume 108

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