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Students assemble at the QC track to look at the solar eclipse through protective glasses.
Science Department leads Solar Eclipse viewing experience at Queens College
April 26, 2024
Students present at the first Symposium in June 2015.
Seniors to present research on literary anti-heroes at QC next month, marking ten years of the Humanities Symposium
April 24, 2024
Seniors discuss how FAFSA impacted their college application process.
Seniors reflect on FAFSA delays impact on their college application process
April 12, 2024
Students assemble at the QC track to look at the solar eclipse through protective glasses.
Solar eclipse special schedule makes room for school-wide viewing event at the QC track
April 9, 2024
Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation
Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation
April 5, 2024
Hallway Makeover: A Fresh Coat of Paint Hits the Second Floor
Hallway Makeover: A Fresh Coat of Paint Hits the Second Floor
April 20, 2024
Students partake in the Henrietta Lacks bracelet making event
Biomedical Ethic class fundraises to honor the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks
April 19, 2024
Students share spring break plans.
Teens share plans as spring break approaches
April 17, 2024
Mr. Owens, a classical languages teacher.
Teachers Before Townsend: Mr. Owens’ journey from pursuing law to teaching Latin
April 15, 2024
Math teachers Abid Choudhury and Kayla Gill teach in an ICT math class.
“A model for special education in this city”: the ten-year story of how building a special education program transformed this top NYC school
April 4, 2024
Harrisites share opinions on the new homework policy.
Opinion Roundup: Students share their opinions on the new homework policy
March 20, 2024
Room 410 offers a variety of seating options to best accommodate student needs and foster a comfortable environment
OPINION: It’s time to move beyond rows of desks and transform more classrooms into inviting learning spaces
March 10, 2024
As students choose courses for the upcoming year they question how many AP classes they should take.
How Many is Too Many? The Debate Over the Number of AP Courses Students Should Take in a Year
March 7, 2024
Tech-free Tuesdays can provide some much needed relaxation in the school environment
Opinion: Institute a Tech-free Tuesday tradition in classrooms to detox from an overreliance on classroom technology
February 23, 2024
Harrisites share opinions on the new homework policy.
Opinion Roundup: New course offerings released for elective signup period
February 19, 2024
As the spring weather warms up the city, Harrisites share their favorite trends.
Harrisites share their favorite trends for this spring
April 25, 2024
AP Literature students listen as author Soraya Palmer addresses them in the THHS library.
AP Literature class pairs up with the Lambda Literary LGBTQ Writers in Schools Program
April 21, 2024
Go behind the scenes of this springs musical production.
Watch the Nightingale Theatre Company’s spring musical: The Addams Family
April 14, 2024
Eid-al Fitr represents the ending of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for Muslims.
Eid al-Fitr: Harrisites reflect on the commemoration of Ramadan
April 13, 2024
Go behind the scenes of this springs musical production.
Behind the Scenes of the Nightingale Theatre Company’s production of The Addams Family
April 11, 2024
Approximately 116 students and four mentors attended the Robotics Competition in Albany.
After Steel Hawks place fourth at the Robotics Competition in Albany, team members reflect on season
April 18, 2024
The Steel Hawks make their boba easily accessible as you can purchase it during lunch and order it on your phone.
To build a better robot, the robotics team goes into business with boba
March 14, 2024
This spring, many Harrisites are looking forward to applying to summer internships for the arts.
Digital note taking vs. paper note taking
March 11, 2024
ModIT invites former president and Princeton student, Sonia Hasko, to talk to current club members
Alumna Sonia Hasko returns to address ModIT members
February 25, 2024
New color-coded bins stand along the cafeteria walls with arrows and instructive boards behind them.
Curbside Composting Program transforms the cafeteria’s garbage disposal process, though some are reluctant to comply
February 22, 2024
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Michael Babayev

Michael Babayev, Opinion Editor

Michael is a senior at Townsend Harris High School. As an opinion editor for The Classic, he has covered topics ranging from artificial intelligence to standardized testing. When he is not researching for a new article, he can be found learning songs on his guitar, playing basketball with his brothers, and listening to music.

All content by Michael Babayev
What are the best ways to overcome test anxiety?

OPINION: Tackling test anxiety requires a heightened emphasis on progress

Michael Babayev
November 24, 2023
Students going to class on the QC campus.

Opinion Roundup: Seniors reflect on their first weeks taking QC classes

Audrey Lin and Michael Babayev
September 13, 2023
Schools should respond to AI by reinvigorating writing process instruction

With AI returning for round two, schools need to respond to disruptions to writing. Here’s how.

Michael Babayev, Opinion Editor
August 31, 2023
OPINION: How price transparency in higher education can make early admission programs more equitable

OPINION: How price transparency in higher education can make early admission programs more equitable

Michael Babayev and Mark Mbogho
August 25, 2023
The rise of artificial intelligence usage causes concern amongst many.

OPINION: Artificial intelligence raises alarm about cheating, calling for changes in education

Mahidul Islam and Michael Babayev
March 24, 2023
Many colleges see students social media accounts as digital portfolios; students question the fairness of it.

College admissions officers viewing applicants’ social media should not be “fair game”

Michael Babayev and Spencer Ng
March 10, 2023
OPINION: With test-optional policies for college admissions remaining in place, ignoring the SAT is a mistake for college applicants

OPINION: With test-optional policies for college admissions remaining in place, ignoring the SAT is a mistake for college applicants

Areesh Rehman, Lucas Kim, and Michael Babayev
January 27, 2023
OPINION: COVID-19 numbers tend to rise during school breaks, so it is important to take the proper precautions as you enjoy the holidays

OPINION: COVID-19 numbers tend to rise during school breaks, so it is important to take the proper precautions as you enjoy the holidays

Michael Babayev and Spencer Ng
December 24, 2022
Arlene Laverde, THHS Librarian, elected president of the New York Library Association

Arlene Laverde, THHS Librarian, elected president of the New York Library Association

Michael Babayev and Angela Ong
August 9, 2021
OPINION: Remote tests should be avoided

OPINION: Remote tests should be avoided

Michael Babayev and Matthew Babayev
March 25, 2021
Remote learning should incorporate more physical activity--in addition to Phys Ed classes

Remote learning should incorporate more physical activity–in addition to Phys Ed classes

Michael Babayev
December 17, 2020
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