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Teenagers from the Sixth Street Community Center’s Teen Climate Justice Program hold a banner and protest at the March to End Fossil Fuels. Over 75,000 protestors filled the streets of midtown Manhattan that Sunday, on September 17th, 2023. (Photo credit: Used by permission of @sixthstreetcc on Instagram)

Sowing the Seeds for a Better Planet: Educating Youth and Fighting for Climate Justice at the Sixth Street Community Center

Karen (Asahi) Ono, Staff Reporter January 24, 2024

On the corner of 6th Street and Avenue C in Manhattan is a long wall covered in graffiti. It’s striking when compared to its environment -- blue-painted bricks covered with a myriad of tags, colors,...

During the 2022 Fort Tryon Medieval Festival, visitors could sit on hay and enjoy the entertainment of musicians and storytellers. With all of the commotion of the festival, these small performances provided a peaceful intermission.

Navigating the Appeal and Authenticity of the Fort Tryon Medieval Festival

Tori Wee, Staff Reporter January 24, 2024

Upon facing Margaret Corbin Circle on an ordinary day in early autumn, you have a few choices.  You could, (A), walk in the opposite direction  and avoid the possibility of being trampled by thousands...

Here is Fordham University President Tania Tetlow with Bronx Science Student Organization President Umme Anushka 24 and Senior Council President Esther Gelman 24 after the interview. She told the students at Bronx Science, “I’m so excited to be here. I’ve been asking to come, since I arrived at Fordham last year.”

Tania Tetlow: Fordham’s 33rd President Imparts Her Wisdom to Bronx Science

Willa Huber, Staff Reporter January 8, 2024

On February 10th, 2022, Tania Tetlow was named the 33rd president of New York City’s Fordham University. She took office later that year, on July 1st, 2022, as the first woman and layperson to lead the...

The exhibit opens with a replica model of Grand Central Terminal itself and the surrounding streets.

A City Within a City: The Return of Grand Central’s Holiday Train Show

Lily Zufall, Staff Reporter January 6, 2024

After a three year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the New York Transit Museum, housed inside Grand Central Terminal, is back with its annual holiday train show, an incredibly detailed display of...

Each zodiac sign is associated with a symbol, and the symbols are visual representations of the characteristics and qualities with which each zodiac sign is associated. Image Credit: Mikhail Nilov / Pexels

Look Up. What You Don’t See Are Zodiac Signs

Ella Zheng, Staff Reporter December 28, 2023

In the quiet expanse of the night sky, amidst the glittering stars and celestial wonders, lies a language as old as time itself - the language of the zodiac signs. These twelve zodiac constellations, each...

“It doesn’t matter who or where it might be – I am always happy to offer a helping hand,” said Abigail Choi 24. All her life, she has been someone who embodies a perfect leader with selflessness as a core part of her being.

Profile on Abigail Choi ’24: International Key Club Officer and Bronx Science’s Drama Director

Maliha Chowdhury, Staff Reporter November 9, 2023

 “Do you need any help?”  A common question asked by Abigail Choi ’24 just so happens to summarize her exceeding pursuit of contributing to her community. Ever since Abigail was young, service...

This year Kubiak is taking on several new challenges, stepping into the role of COSA, and teaching their first year of AP Chemistry.

Profile of Kubiak, Bronx Science’s New COSA

Liza Greenberg, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

The Coordinator of Student Affairs, or COSA is an integral part of the gears of the Bronx Science student body, overseeing the whole of the Bronx Science student government or Student Organization (S.O).  This...

A group of girls posed for a picture at a Jewish camp in 1937. Photo Credit: Center for Jewish History, NYC, No restrictions, via Wikimedia Commons.

From Assimilation to Restoration: The Evolution of Jewish Sleepaway Camps

Bethany Karlinsky, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

As the final school bell rings and class lets out for the summer, thousands of Jewish children head to the middle of the woods, leaving their lives at home behind them. No parents, no technology, and a...

Oddly shaped pumpkins and unique designs tend to attract more attention than traditional carvings. Photo Credit: Sudan Ouyang / Unsplash

Pumpkins From Past to Present

Lara Adamjee, Staff Reporter October 24, 2023

Pumpkins are undeniably a staple of American culture. With Halloween approaching, pumpkins are becoming increasingly unavoidable. Every time that I walk into my local CVS or glance at a storefront, I see...

Gregg Paravati’s role in the tram cabin has changed over the years: whereas the original tram required more mechanical operation, today’s cabin is kept in motion by a computer system.

From 250 Feet Up, Gregg Paravati Keeps Roosevelt Island Moving

Charlotte Zhou, Staff Reporter August 29, 2023

New Yorkers are best captured when they are in a constant sense of motion. As taxis dart between the intersections of downtown Manhattan and pedestrians weave through the sidewalks of Jackson Heights,...

Susan Sontag remains an influential figure in literature through her writings about media and culture. Photo Credit: Lynn Gilbert, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Looking ‘Camp’ Right in the Eye: An Exploration of the Eccentric Aesthetic

Tammy Lam, Staff Reporter July 24, 2023

What is Camp? No, not the one with tents and sleeping bags. Merriam-Webster defines Camp as “something so outrageously artificial, affected, inappropriate, or out-of-date as to be considered amusing.” You...

Belgrade, Serbia, July 2022: At the site of the Staro Sajmiste concentration camp, Ellen Germain (at left) talks to the director (at right) about the plans to create a memorial and museum at the site. (Photo provided by Ellen Germain)

Unwavering Commitment: A Profile of Ellen Germain, Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues

Yardena Franklin, Staff Reporter July 24, 2023

From her office in Washington D.C., career diplomat Ellen Germain spoke to me about her experience in the U.S. Department of State and the numerous positions in which she has served over her 27 years in...

This lovely tavern, located on 54 Pearl Street in downtown Manhattan, was once a very active revolutionary pub for patriots during the years of the American Revolution. Its a wonderful spot to visit if you’re interested in the history of New York. Its amazing to know that you’re eating in the same spot as our first president.

From a Colonial Outpost to a Revolutionary Symbol: The Evolution of American Identity at the Fraunces Tavern

Maliha Chowdhury, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Sometimes, it's easy to forget that the bustling city that I’ve lived in for my entire life holds a rich tapestry of historical essence, woven together by years of cultural fabric that stretches back...

The Transcendent Beauty of Chinese Ink Paintings

Nicole Zhou, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

My first encounter with Chinese-style ink paintings ironically does not stem from having visited China, nor is it from my exposure to an authentic work of traditional art. Instead, it is the opening title...

Grand Central’s Main Concourse sees a large portion of the Terminal’s 750,000 daily visitors. (Photo Credit: Karl Zimmermann, used by permission)

How Grand Central Terminal’s History and Legacy Have Found Their Footing in Today’s New York

Lily Zufall, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Standing tall on 42nd Street, Grand Central Terminal is a fixture in New York City. The Beaux-Arts structure with its carefully carved edges holds multiple subway lines, the Metro-North Railroad, and a...

Throughout her prolific career at the Opera, Julie  D’Aubigny played a total of 29 different roles, each one critically acclaimed at the time. She also imported different vocal ranges from Italy to France, leaving a lasting impact on French Opera. (Photo Credit: Se vend à Paris, chez Trouvain, rue St. Jacques, au grand Monarque.. Restored by Adam Cuerden, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

The Marvelous Misadventures of La Maupin

Nehla Chowdhury, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Throughout history, the exploits of numerous classical figures often become warped by time. Moments of their lives are forgotten, their works are lost, and the nuances of their existence become subject...

Tenzin Samten ‘24 is the Stage Manager for Bronx Science’s Drama Department.

Bronx Science’s Stage Manager: A Profile on Tenzin Samten ’24

Benzir Raida, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

As the seniors receive their roses ranging from all the colors in the rainbow, the auditorium is filled with applause, ringing in everyone’s ears. The curtains begin to close signifying the end of the...

Yu Wang drew this as a gift for her dad on Father’s Day. She made this painting out of gouache.

The Joy of Teaching Art: A Profile of Yang Zhao and His MorningSun Art School

Ellena Wang, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Amidst the bustling streets of Flushing, Queens, a single art studio emerges as a radiant sanctuary, where countless aspiring artists find their voices and pursue their artistic dreams. Led by a passionate...

“Congress shall make no law … abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press. This is the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. This monument in Independence National Historical Park displays the Founding Fathers’ commitment to free speech and a free press. These rights have helped to catalyze the development of language and culture within the United States and beyond.

A Play On Words: How Modern Words and Phrases Came To Be

David Pagan, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Language is a tool we use to express our thoughts, and it can serve as a form of art when honing written language into literature. What people often overlook, however, is the complexity hidden within each...

Beaches have always been common places for many people to gather and hang out over sweltering summers. (Photo Credit: FOTO:FORTEPAN / Wein Sarolta, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Changes At Sea: The Evolution of the Modern Swimsuit, From 1800 To Today

Krisha Soni, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

A wave crashes on the beach, as hungry seagulls scour the sandy dunes for their next meal. The smell of salt and washed-up seaweed hangs in the air. This quintessential scene stays stagnant as the world...

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