The Spectrum
November 2023 | Volume 29 Issue 2
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Unmasking the Ivy League: Harvard Students Doxxed Over Pro-Palestine Statement
On the night of October 7th, 2023, the Harvard Graduate Students for Palestine and the Palestine Solidarity Committee released an open letter in regard to attacks from the terrorist group Hamas.
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Maine Mass Shooter Takes the Lives of Four Deaf Victims
On October 27, 2023, a gunman tragically claimed the lives of 18 innocent individuals, four of whom were Deaf. While this wasn’t an attack targeting the Deaf community, it certainly devastated them nonetheless.
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Veteran's Day in Nyack: a Tribute to Our Veterans
November 11, 1918, or Armistice Day, marked the end of the First World War and was celebrated across the globe. However, while World War One was over for France, England, America, and other countries, conflict raged on in Greece and would soon grow into an all-out war.
Op-Ed: War in Gaza is More Than 'Left' and 'Right'
As a politically involved, progressive, Jewish student, the war in the Middle East, and its subsequent media frenzy, is increasingly troubling for me. I’m fearful for my Israeli friends and my extended family. I’m mourning all of the lives taken, ones I’ve met, and ones I’ll never know.
Boosting Dopamine Naturally: A Guide for Students to Excel in School and Life
Dopamine, often referred to as the “feel-good” neurotransmitter, plays a crucial role in motivation, focus, and overall well-being. For students, maintaining healthy dopamine levels can be the key to success in school and life.
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The Turkey Trot: Running for a Cause
Ella Rossiter, Caroline Pierre, Liliana Dolinsky, Bella Policastro
Every Thanksgiving, families, and individuals from around Rockland County gather at Rockland Lake to partake in the Turkey Trot. Participants may walk, run, jog, and even bring their kids with them on the five-mile track. Each person must donate $40 to enter, supporting the Marisa Fund. The Marisa Fund works to raise money for the research, treatment, and hospitality of children with cancer.
Culinary Corner: Peaches and Cream Delight
This is an all-time family favorite recipe straight from my aunt Debbie!
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Murder Mystery Meets Italy: A Haunting in Venice Review
The latest installment of Kenneth Branaugh’s Agatha Christie adaptations, A Haunting in Venice delivers a chilling mystery with plenty of twists and turns- and maybe a hint of the supernatural.
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Community Service Opportunities
Here are some recent opportunities to become involved in your community!
Humans of Nyack
Click the photos below to read Thanksgiving quotes from Nyack students!
Our End of the Spectrum: Using Your Social Media for Good
On October 8, 2023, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared war on Hamas in response to Hamas’s surprise, unprecedented attack on Israel. As of November 2nd, the Israeli military has killed over 9,000 Palestinians, including over 3,700 Palestinian children, according to the Associated Press. These tragic events are not one-sided, and because of the complexity and emotional impact of the situation, many people have channeled grief, fear, and passion into hate. Hate is spreading like wildfire. Even from over 6,000 miles away, you can help bring awareness to the situation rather than contributing to the spread of violence and hate.
The Spectrum Staff
Editors-in-Chief...........................................................Zoë Reiss & Josie Rothman
Copy Editors.........................Allie Leen, Justin Morales, Layla Roy, Nikki Lipner
Layout................................................Zoë Reiss, Mackenzie Lynch, Josie Rothman
Photographer............................................................................................Zoë Reiss
Staff Advisors.................................................Robin Maslanek & Adele Metrakos
Staff: Addison Burns, Ella Rossiter, Trey Schloss, Kiki Martignoni Brooke Castaldo, Haylie Christiano, Layla Roy, Emma Van Dorpe, Hailie Vasquez, Giavanna Alcin, Caroline Pierre, Liliana Dolinsky, Alexandra Leen, Sophia Perlin, Justin Morales, Julia Labrada, Ella Rakhlin, Bella Policastro , Hailie Vasquez, Madeleine Pence
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