My writing has appeared in newspapers and magazines, online and in print. It’s also award-winning.

“ChatGPT works the ‘Night Shift’: Student generates 24-hour play’s script with AI,” Nov. 17, 2023. Received an honorable mention in the New York Press Association’s Better Newspaper 2024 contest. Judge notes: "AI is such an abstract topic that it can be hard to cover. Sidorova made AI real and concrete for the reader, producing a story that was both fascinating and relevant."

“Platts student-parent count not yet certain,” Dec. 9, 2022. A solutions-driven investigation into the disproportionately small population of student-parents at SUNY Plattsburgh. Featured in the Student Press Law Center’s “Behind the Story” blog series spotlighting exemplary student journalism.

“Campus responds to false shooter threat,” April 14, 2023. A narrative reconstructing the chaos of a possible shooter threat next door.

“‘BROUGHT ME BACK TO LIFE’: Senior premiering cancer documentary,” April 26, 2024. A student filmmaker discusses his experiences documenting his battle with leukemia.

“Absenteeism rates in North Country schools alarming,” May 16, 2024. Front-page story localizing the national issue of chronic absenteeism rates staying high after the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Momot deploys dinosaurs to combat absenteeism,” May 16, 2024. A brief piece accompanying a long-form analysis of chronic absenteeism in the North Country of New York.

“Indigenous immersion: Experience Akwesasne with those who know it best,” All Seasons Edition 2025. I traveled to Akwesasne, part of the St. Regis Mohawk Reservation, spotlighting some tourism staples as well as new attractions.

“Cheep thrills: Students find science and solace behind binoculars,” All Seasons Edition 2025.

“Eight tips to help you read,” Oct. 11, 2022.

“The value of attending conferences,” Nov. 21, 2022.

“Cold home remedies around the world,” Nov. 2, 2022.