Joanne Hwang (joanne-hwang)

jhwang60 [ at ] stuy [ dot ] edu

Joanne Hwang (‘26) is a writer for the Spectator’s Opinions Department. She’s passionate about cats, brains, and the education system. Her favorite pastime is to rant.

Section: Road to November 2024

Helen Mancini, Joanne Hwang, Myles Vuong

As we head into the fall of this year’s general election, The Spectator is continuing our election literacy project: Road to November 2024, started in Volume 114.

Issue 2, Volume 115

Trees, Critters and Writers: How Nature Nurtures the Literary Mind

Through the experience of writing in nature, I found a personal reflection in an unfamiliar setting that helped shape my writing identity.

Issue 2, Volume 115

Discussing Right-wing Politics in the Classroom Right

Joanne Hwang, Lauren Yang, Lenny Metlitsky, Myles Vuong

Considering the weight of the 2024 election, having an open forum and inclusive political environment for students becomes necessary. Teachers need a nuanced approach in directing political discourse in the classroom.

Issue 0, Volume 115

Major Events in the 2024 Presidential Election

Amidst social media campaigns and political polarization, here are some major events of the 2024 Presidential Election to remember.

Issue 0, Volume 115

Take Student Government Elections Seriously

 It’s time for students at Stuyvesant to take government elections seriously and prioritize policy and candidates who demonstrate real dedication in order to successfully foster a school community and effectively prepare students for the future.

Issue 17, Volume 114

America Needs Better Comprehensive Sexual Education

The implementation of comprehensive sexual education is essential for ensuring the health and empowerment of the youth in a politically fragile environment.

Issue 15, Volume 114

Reimagining Writing at Stuyvesant

Students should advocate for a departure from traditional English education and an entrance into diverse literary genres and creative writing assignments in order to foster innovation, creativity, and personal growth within the school community.

Issue 13, Volume 114

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Subway Surfing: A Dangerous Phenomenon

Subway surfing isn’t just a risky trend—it’s a reflection of the struggles of today’s youth manifesting in dangerous actions, a call for change in the mental health field, public transportation, and a lesson in the way society handles teen-related issues in New York City.

Issue 11, Volume 114

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.

Issue 6, Volume 114

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When Backpacks Break the Bank and the Planet: A Call for Change

Grace Rhee, Joanne Hwang

The practice of over-purchasing school supplies needs to be reevaluated due to its negative impact on the environment and health, as well as exacerbating the existing social and economic gaps between communities.

Issue 5, Volume 114

How Old is Too Old?

In America, older elected officials hold the power over decisions about times and generations in which the society is different, and the younger politically relevant population needs the opportunity to involve their own discretion in politics.

Issue 1, Volume 114

It’s Okay To Be Selfish

Being selfish in the right way allows people to be healthier, more successful, and better contribute to society.

Issue 17, Volume 113

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The Cost of Education

Colleges and resources for school are more expensive than ever, and a student’s education is being dictated by the amount of money they have instead of their work ethic.

Issue 16, Volume 113

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The Consequences of Control

Astrid Harrington, Joanne Hwang

Parents and politicians should be restricting social media companies, not children.

Issue 15, Volume 113

Art From the Daughter of Artists

A reflection on my personal experiences with art from resentment to rediscovery.

Issue 13, Volume 113

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An Era of Impatience

The life-altering mistakes and unhappiness caused by impatience outweigh its value as a method to achieve tasks faster.

Issue 7, Volume 113