Grace Jung (grace-jung)

gjung60 [ at ] stuy [ dot ] edu

gjung60@stuy.edu

Grace Jung ('26) is a Features editor and a science writer. She enjoys listening to pop, studying at cafes, and golfing. She also has two American Shorthair Cats, Gigi and Matteo.

Arts and Entertainment

Sure, I’ll Have Another Sip of Kool-Aid!

Dean Hevenstone, Grace Jung, Hifza Kaleem, Myles Vuong, Naomi Lai, Yuna Lee

Senior SING!’s victorious 2025 performance was a dazzling spectacle of music and dance—one straight out of the Roaring 20s.

Issue 12, Volume 115

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Reintroducing Stuyvesant’s Music Lab!

Grace Jung, Siroos Pasdar

Passionate and established music teacher Harold Stephan has been working to create a music lab for students to hone their passion for music/video production. With the renovation of the music lab, let’s reintroduce the music lab and its significance!

Issue 2, Volume 115

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Hot Summer Days with a Bed Rot Phase: “Unproductive” Summers At Stuyvesant

Ada Gordon, Grace Jung, Shana Tam, Sophia He

Summertime is seen as a time of relaxation for some, and a chance to get ahead of other students for others. However, how do these clashing mindsets manifest within current and upcoming Stuyvesant students?

Issue 1, Volume 115

When Hard Work Never Stops: Summer Programs at Stuyvesant

Grace Jung, Noa Salas, Siroos Pasdar, William Chen

Summer is ample amount of time for students to test their limits and pursue their passions, and summer programs are one of the best ways to do so. However, are summer programs worth the difficult process, and is it the end of the world if a student doesn’t get accepted into one?

Issue 17, Volume 114

Balancing Relaxation and Motivation: Cafe Culture at Stuyvesant

Florence Wu, Grace Jung, Shana Tam

Stuyvesant culture is a pipeline for cafe culture—awkward commuting times, school stress, and necessary productiveness cause many students to flock to them after school. However, is this really the right choice for everyone, and what are the positives and negatives of building such a habit?

Issue 16, Volume 114

Familial Waterfalls From My Palms!

How my sweaty palms caused me my biggest adversities but also strengthened my relationship with my father and shaped me into the person I am today.

Issue 14, Volume 114

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Phone a Friend: What’s the Limit?

Grace Jung, Leah Riegel

Stuyvesant’s rigor gets to the best of most students; however, does this justify the depths students reach to achieve their desired success? What are the positives, negatives, and limitations of friends lending a hand academically?

Issue 13, Volume 114

Munch on the School Lunch! Stuyppreciates #2

Grace Jung, Sophia He

Though school lunch is often regarded as unappetizing, its benefits are tremendous. The work that goes into creating school lunch should be appreciated.

Issue 11, Volume 114

New Year, New Clubs!

Grace Jung, Sophia He, Sophie Zhou

Wondering which new clubs just entered Stuyvesant? Read this article showcasing clubs at Stuyvesant if you’re looking to build community and everlasting friendships.

Issue 10, Volume 114

Taste Bud Evolution

Kids and vegetables have historically been a problematic combination. However, there is a scientific reason behind it.

Issue 10, Volume 114

James Creegan: A Beloved Substitute and Singer

Grace Jung, Leah Riegel, Rachel Uh

The student body had incredible, unforgettable experiences with Mr. Creegan, a singing substitute. To commemorate his passing, here is what the students have to say.

Issue 9, Volume 114

@stuy.crunchy: Hiding Behind a Screen

Grace Jung, Rachel Uh, William Chen

An investigation into the harmful consequences of confessions accounts like @Stuy.Crunchy, which posted gossip and criticism targeting specific students.

Issue 7, Volume 114

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Start Holding Your Breath: Unexpected Exposure to Second-Hand Smoking

A deep dive into the dangerous health consequences of secondhand smoke.

Issue 7, Volume 114

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History Through a New Lens: Islamic and Jewish History at Stuyvesant

Grace Jung, Vanessa Chen

A deep dive into two courses that examine history through the lens of religious minority groups, allowing students to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the complexities within the Islamic and Jewish experiences.

Issue 6, Volume 114

I Actually Love my Commute! Stuyppreciates #1

Commuting to school is often regarded as the worst part of a student’s day, but some students have taken measures to change this mindset.

Issue 3, Volume 114

Say Hello to Stuyvesant’s New Teachers!

Grace Jung, Samaria Noel

Showcasing three new educators that are determined to make a difference in the Stuyvesant community.

Issue 2, Volume 114

New & Niche Clubs

Abigail Jin, Grace Jung

Profiles of six new clubs with unique visions to create engaging spaces within Stuyvesant.

Issue 2, Volume 114

Learning In the Heat: The Summer School Strain

Abigail Jin, Grace Jung, Juni Park

For many students, summer break hasn’t exactly been a break from school. Art/Photo Request: photo of classroom w/ students during summer school

Issue 1, Volume 114

Caffeine or Failure?

Stuyvesant students are notorious for their caffeine addiction, but where does this problem stem from?

Issue 17, Volume 113

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Collect Your $3 From Facebook!

Facebook’s new lawsuit revealed that private data was stolen from users, Stuyvesant students included. Will the Stuyvesant community be able to fix their overdependence on Facebook, or will they sacrifice their security for their academic and social lives?

Issue 16, Volume 113

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Board of Elections Holds Contested SU Elections For the First Time in Three Years

Grace Jung, Judy Namkoong, Rahul Kissoon

Reflections on the first SU election in three years, along with Amanda Cissé and Fin Ying’s plans for the upcoming year.

Issue 16, Volume 113

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Past Complements the Present: Minkyu Kim

English teacher Minkyu Kim on lessons from his past and his hopes for the future.

Issue 15, Volume 113