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[The 5] Biden's inflation act, Alaskan town with no light, US airplanes shot in Haiti and more
[The 5] Biden’s inflation act, Alaskan town with no light, US airplanes shot in Haiti and more
November 17, 2024
ACKNOWLEDGING THE PAST. President Joe Biden was the first president to offers an apology for the trauma that was caused by the U.S. government abusing Native Americans. (Carter Marks Media Kit)
President Biden apologies for pain and trauma caused by boarding schools
November 17, 2024
CLUB FUN. Ninth grader Louise Mahoney and junior Nora McKoy chat at the Community Action Service club
Club leaders strive to appeal to exploring 9th-graders
November 15, 2024
IN THE SPOTLIGHT. All eight ninth-grade competitors stand on stage, ready to graph match. Former champions form a panel on the right. The reigning champions served to provide “color commentary,” Hovan said.
Greatest graph-matching competition ever: Burns becomes the champion of champions
November 14, 2024
The different types of ways that AI can be integrated into school life.
As schools develop policy, AI evolves quickly
November 13, 2024
ANALYSIS WITH AN AGENDA. In the midst of No-phone-vember and following an assembly where students were presented slideshows of data, many feel the graphs misrepresented the student survey responses.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Clear as mud: a call for data transparency
November 16, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Oasis: AI generated Minecraft?
November 15, 2024
TREASURE TROVE. Ocean exploration has benefited humanity from medicine to predicting severe weather.
From climate change to cures, ocean exploration deserves more investment
November 14, 2024
Cross-cultural connection key to international relations: why panda diplomacy is a good thing
Cross-cultural connection key to international relations: why panda diplomacy is a good thing
November 12, 2024
Mistrust of SCOTUS reflects national trend
Mistrust of SCOTUS reflects national trend
November 5, 2024
ANALYSIS WITH AN AGENDA. In the midst of No-phone-vember and following an assembly where students were presented slideshows of data, many feel the graphs misrepresented the student survey responses.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Clear as mud: a call for data transparency
November 16, 2024
LOOK AROUND. Attending cultural events means living the value of community and is an opportunity to learn about your peers.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Create time to show up for cultural events
October 31, 2024
ACCOMMODATIONS, NOT ADVANTAGES. Neurodivergence is often misunderstood in the learning environment. Students may contribute intentionally or unintentionally to this culture by stigmatizing students who use extended time or other arrangements.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Misunderstood, stigmatized: more neurodivergence awareness needed
October 29, 2024
COMMUNITY VALUES. Administrators, teachers and students should put in the work to reflect the new five school values: community, purpose, kindness, excellence and belonging.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Let the new values shape your heart and mind
September 25, 2024
INSPIRE ACTION. Land Acknowledgments serve to spread awareness about the Indigenous communities that inhabited this land and remind listeners of Indigenous peoples’ ongoing presence. Students have a responsibility to take these Land Acknowledgments seriously and advocate for further restorative actions.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Land Acknowledgments are more than just empty words
September 24, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Oasis: AI generated Minecraft?
November 15, 2024
ANXIETY. Many feel anxious about the election because the outcome could impact their lives significantly. However, it is important to remember you can take steps to care for your well-being.
[POLITICAL PULSE] Be mindful of mental health this election season
November 1, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Hearing Health: Apple’s AirPods become clinical hearing aids and… concert earplugs?
November 1, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Big brother is always watching… your television?
October 25, 2024
Chronically Online is a monthly column to help readers develop media literacy skills. (Image created in Adobe Express)
The shocking way clickbait manipulates you
October 21, 2024
New phone policy ignores student perspectives
New phone policy ignores student perspectives
October 3, 2024
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
December 5, 2023
No longer a bystander
No longer a bystander
November 29, 2023
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
November 4, 2023
Community time worth more than passing time
Community time worth more than passing time
October 5, 2023
GLOBAL RESEARCH. As a part of her research, Boemler visited Cambridge England in 2018 to look at books in the Kings College Library (Submitted photo from Anne Boemler).
[DISCUSSING THE DISSERATION] Ep. 1 Dr. Boemler
November 20, 2024
READY AIM FIRE. Sophomore Charlie Zakaib draws his bow back, getting ready to shoot (Submitted by Charlie Zakaib)
Charlie Zakaib perfects the art of hunting
November 19, 2024
UGGS. Whether one finds their favorite shoes through social media or DSW, every shoe is unique to their owner.
Stepping through memories: the stories our shoes tell
November 18, 2024
Sophomore Audrey Peltier pictured after her accident with her Grandma in 2015.
Whether caretaker or kid, students share adventures in babysitting
November 7, 2024
270 TO WIN. States that are solidly blue are predicted to vote democrat, while states solidly red vote republican. The yellow states are the ones up for grabs.
How does an age-old system hold up in a modern election?
November 6, 2024
WHERE'S WILLY? Mickey's Diner by Willy, the sister to the well-known downtown St. Paul location, is conveniently situated a mere 6-minute drive from school and right across from Crosby Farm Regional Park.
[AROUND TOWN] Mickey’s Diner by Willy serves up retro food and feels
November 19, 2024
CHRISTMAS SCARES. Art the Clown embraces the Christmas theme of the third Terrifier film, donning a Santa suit and hat for most of the movie. (Screen capture from “TERRIFIER 3 Official Trailer (2024) Red band” by Movie Trailers Source on YouTube.)
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] “Terrifier 3:” shocking gore and shockingly bad filmmaking
November 7, 2024
WATER IS LIFE. The audio tour frequently talks about the importance of water and the river to the Dakota. The river is considered a spirit and the falls are sacred. "No one can destroy what is sacred," a narrator says.
New self-guided audio tour brings Dakota presence back to St. Anthony Falls
November 6, 2024
JOIN, OR DIE. Published in 1754, a woodcut by Benjamin Franklin ‘Join or Die’ depicts a snake severed into eight seperate piece each one of the colonies. It pushed the newly formed American colonies to unite during the ongoing French and Indian War.(Public domain)
Political cartoons throughout history
November 5, 2024
WELCOME TO OUR TOWN. Coda Wilson reads a piece of his Stage Manager narration at an Our Town practice in Redleaf Commons. The show includes a minimalist set and no props, so much of what the audience will visualize comes from Wilson's lines.
Our Town focuses on old times while speaking to modern times
November 4, 2024
CHRISTMAS SCARES. Art the Clown embraces the Christmas theme of the third Terrifier film, donning a Santa suit and hat for most of the movie. (Screen capture from “TERRIFIER 3 Official Trailer (2024) Red band” by Movie Trailers Source on YouTube.)
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] “Terrifier 3:” shocking gore and shockingly bad filmmaking
November 7, 2024
ONSTAGE VILLAIN. The creator and star actor of All The Devils are Here, Patrick Page, takes the stage in his exploration of Shakespeares protrayal of the villain. Page monologues in a scene of Hamlet where Claudius griefs that he murders his brother and whether he can be forgiven or not. All the Devils Are Here runs at the Guthrie until Nov. 17. (Press Release Photo: The Guthrie Theater)
[THEATER REVIEW] Devils offers a veracious exploration of villiany
October 31, 2024
EIC'S BIRB. The Rubicon Editor-in-chief Annie Zhang uses Finch daily. Her birb revels in the abundance of accessories Zhang has collected.
[APP REVIEW] Stop scrolling; Finch makes self-care fun, easy and cute
October 27, 2024
WHERE ARE YOU? The climax of Halloween features Michael Myers (Nick Castle) and Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) engaged in a cat-and-mouse chase (image from Compass International Pictures).
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] Halloween (1978): The Horror Standard
October 26, 2024
UP FRONT. The "Black on Both Sides" album cover features a portrait of Bey looking into the camera. The direct nature of the cover is reflected in the album's powerful lyrics (photographed by Alvaro Gonzalez-Campo, released by Rawkus Records in 1999).
“Black on Both Sides” remains the pinnacle of hip-hop
October 24, 2024
EN-GARDE. Junior Rowan Moore competes in fencing match and strikes their opponent.
Fencing 101: putting on whites with Rowan Moore
November 19, 2024
WINGS OUT. Gjerde flies through the water, completing the first 25 yards out of 100 in her event.
Adele Gjerde shines at state for her final high school swim meet
November 17, 2024
ITS OFFICIAL. Sawyer Bollinger Danielson signs her National Letter of Intent to play Division One soccer at the University of Minnesota.
Signing Day: Sawyer Bollinger Danielson commits to the University of Minnesota
November 15, 2024
GO LONG. Jesse Wussler throws a side arm throw past the rushing Juan Miguel Adams.
Ultimate Frisbee Club keeps passion alive in the off-season
November 14, 2024
STATE BOUND. Avi Coleman dives into the water and secures her place on and the state competition.
Sparks athletes swim to state in the 6AA section meet
November 10, 2024
WINGS OUT. Gjerde flies through the water, completing the first 25 yards out of 100 in her event.
Adele Gjerde shines at state for her final high school swim meet
November 17, 2024
ITS OFFICIAL. Sawyer Bollinger Danielson signs her National Letter of Intent to play Division One soccer at the University of Minnesota.
Signing Day: Sawyer Bollinger Danielson commits to the University of Minnesota
November 15, 2024
STATE BOUND. Avi Coleman dives into the water and secures her place on and the state competition.
Sparks athletes swim to state in the 6AA section meet
November 10, 2024
KEEP ON GOING. Spark Swimmers compete to beat their competitors.
Sparks swim and dive dominates at final regular season meet
November 7, 2024
SYNC. All of the swimmers dive in sync into the water.
Sparks boast PR bonanza at conference
November 4, 2024
EN-GARDE. Junior Rowan Moore competes in fencing match and strikes their opponent.
Fencing 101: putting on whites with Rowan Moore
November 19, 2024
GOOD JOB. Captain Mikkel Rawdon goes in for a hug after freshman John Grimsrud makes his first basket of the game. “It felt good for this one to go in with everyone cheering” Grimsrud said.
Spartans win section semi final, compete in finals tonight
March 15, 2024
EN GARDE. Senior Maik Nguyen gets into position to fence his first round in Junior Men's Épée in the large gym as his friends watches from the sidelines.
SPA hosts fencing state tournament
March 10, 2024
SHARP SHOOTER. Captain Mikkel Rawdon prepares to pass during a game at the Target Center. Rawdon has tallied a high number of points during his two years playing for varsity.
The “trifecta” is completed: Mikkel Rawdon reaches 1,000 points
March 6, 2024
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
March 5, 2024
GAME TIME. The game's first faceoff, with sophomore Dia Chaney, after gaining possession for the Spartans.
Girls lacrosse falls 17-4 to Breck, aims to turn season around
May 20, 2024
Freshman Adem Rivers, practicing his short game at University of Minnesota Driving Range.
Golf Captain Peltier brings leadership, pride to growing team
May 14, 2024
IN PURSUIT. A Roseville player chases after a Blackhawks player trying to get the ball.
JV Blackhawks Lacrosse loses close game to Roseville
May 13, 2024
THE PRESSURE IS ON. Mckinley Garner guards Kieran Monahan, forcing one direction as he counts down the seconds Monahan has left to throw.
Spartan Ultimate glides through season with exceptional spirit
May 7, 2024
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. Elizabeth Tuttle practices for her next meet by leaping over the hurdles. Last year, Elizabeth qualified for state after she finished in second place in the 100m and the 300m hurdles.
There is no “I” in Track
May 6, 2024
[MIC’D UP] Adele Gjerde glides through the season
November 19, 2024
Winter sports: pumped and ready
Winter sports: pumped and ready
November 13, 2024
Girls basketball channels unity and positivity at captains practice
Girls basketball channels unity and positivity at captains practice
November 11, 2024
[TRENDING] Ep. 2 Students reflect on Trump's victory
[TRENDING] Ep. 2 Students reflect on Trump’s victory
November 6, 2024
Lucy Lowman shares her journey on the girls varsity soccer team
Lucy Lowman shares her journey on the girls varsity soccer team
November 2, 2024
[TRENDING] Ep. 2 Students reflect on Trump's victory
[TRENDING] Ep. 2 Students reflect on Trump’s victory
November 6, 2024
BEHIND THE MOVIES. The Rubicon A&E editor, Peter Ostrem, has been writing monthly movie reviews for his beat since last September. Now, he's leveling up his trademark "Off-screen With Ostrem," expanding from one review per month to two. This year, he’ll dive into both a nostalgic classic and a fresh release each month.
[STORY BEHIND THE STORY] The Off-screen experience of “Off-Screen With Ostrem”
October 22, 2024
SECURITY SEAMUS. Security Account Manager Seamus Glewwe works on his laptop in the Huss security office. This is his sixth year on the job. He believes the community doesn't know how much time security spends protecting people's cars. "We're noticing people parked in a no parking zone and [that] they're going to get towed. We're noticing that on a snow emergency day, they parked on the wrong side of the road, and we're sending emails and letting people know," Glewwe said.
Behind the desks: Glewwe gives a behind-the-scenes look into the security team
October 11, 2024
[TRENDING] Ep. 1 Fantasy football with Jacob Colton
[TRENDING] Ep. 1 Fantasy football with Jacob Colton
October 10, 2024
INVOLVED CITIZEN. Junior William Hanna poses with with their "Vote Betty!" sign. Hanna spent this summer volunteering for the Congresswoman Betty McCollum's campaign.
Students get involved this election season and share their opinions
September 30, 2024
[MIC’D UP] Adele Gjerde glides through the season
November 19, 2024
Girls basketball channels unity and positivity at captains practice
Girls basketball channels unity and positivity at captains practice
November 11, 2024
Lucy Lowman shares her journey on the girls varsity soccer team
Lucy Lowman shares her journey on the girls varsity soccer team
November 2, 2024
Junior Zahra Wiedmann and senior Veronica Dixon share their knowledge and opinions on the Electoral College.
What do students know about the Electoral College?
November 1, 2024
Q&A with German exchange students
Q&A with German exchange students
October 20, 2024
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Mimi Huelster, Illustrator

Mimi Huelster is the Illustrator on RubicOnline. This is her second year on staff. While in self-isolation, you can find her drawing, making toast, and watching horrible movies. Whenever Mimi is feeling lost in life, she takes inspiration from Nicholas Cage’s character in National Treasure 1. More specifically from when he said, “I am going to steal the Declaration of Independence.” Mimi can be reached at [email protected].

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DO I BELONG? Along with the strategic action plan to improve DEIB at SPA, there has been a significant increase in community-wide surveys based around safety and belonging in the community.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] Promote a culture of acceptance and belonging

RubicOnline Staff
February 15, 2023
ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION. In addition to the countless documentaries, videos, and articles out there for public awareness and education, interfaith dialogue can help increase general understanding of other religions. Reaching out to a friend, peer, or even affinity group leader about a religion they practice is an incredibly easy way to connect with others and learn about religious traditions.

[Photo] Everyone should learn about world religions

Ali Browne, RubicOnline
April 29, 2022
PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION. With much of January underway, it's important to reflect on what has been working this year, track progress and learn how to set attainable goals for the future.

[Photo] New year, new us: checking in with resolutions

Lucy Thomas, Staff Writer
January 13, 2022
Members of the SPA community get vaccinated at Bigelow Commons in May 2021. Thanks to Pfizer’s vaccination guidelines’ age being lowered, the vaccine drives organized helped individuals 12 and up be protected from being infected and spreading COVID-19.

[Photo] Boosters provide extra protection for some; youth wait for vaccine

Annika Kim, Staff Writer
October 26, 2021
THEY DON'T SEE WHAT I SEE. Outer appearance and inner feelings don't always match. Isolation can be a significant factor, as can online presence. Relationships often play the biggest role in who we are and how we feel.

[Photo] Confident or critical? Internal dialogue, self talk may determine which you are.

Hazel Waltenbaugh and Catherine Hooley
October 6, 2021
Outer appearance and inner feelings don't always match. Isoltation can be a significant factor, as can online presence. Relationships often play the biggest role in who we are and how we feel.

[Photo] Science behind insecurities

Hazel Waltenbaugh, News editor
October 6, 2021
So while things have changed this year due to the pandemic, grades are still a cause for much stress because of the weight they hold. The problem is that one number like a GPA doesn’t tell the whole story.

[Photo] Is GPA a good metric for academic achievement?

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
May 29, 2021
The first finals week for both 9th and 10th graders this year is approaching. Changes to finals format like creative projects and shorter tests have been implemented by the administration to ease the stress of exams.

[Photo] Underclassmen prepare for first final exams; capstone assessments

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
May 27, 2021
Implicit bias: a subconscious association of characteristics and feelings towards a person, action, or thing.

[Photo] Implicit biases? Me too.

Elle Chen, Director of RubicOnline
May 23, 2021
Vulnerability is a double edged sword. But does it bring more pain or happiness?

[Photo] Vulnerability brings more pain

Alexandra Cardwell, RubicOnline
May 24, 2021
7th-grader Howard Huelster shows off his vaccination bandage. "[The shot] didn’t really hurt," said Huelster. "It felt like a pinch."

After-school vaccination drive immunizes students

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
May 19, 2021
The painting is a translated version of a graph Garcia created from data collected by SPA’s admissions office and provided by Dr. Naomi Taylor, Director of Intercultural Life.

[ART REVIEW] Garcia critiques lack of student diversity through art installation

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
May 19, 2021
A person’s purpose in life is not to be small. The goal should be happiness and true health.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] Live a perfectly sized life and allow others to do the same

RubicOnline Staff
May 17, 2021
The only way to find a solution Amazon workers want without unnecessary risk, is something between unionization and corporate control.

[Photo] With union talks ending, what will the future of work look like?

Arden Lillemoe, The Rubicon
May 13, 2021
"Rutherford Falls" features Ed Helms and Jana Schmieding as best friends Nathan Rutherford and Reagan Wells.

[TV REVIEW] Rutherford Falls balances hilarity with depth of Native American characters

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
May 11, 2021
Many summer camps take advantage of the nice weather and are held outdoors like camping, team building, and sports. It is impossible to do these via Zoom, so registering is wasting precious time and money.

[Photo] Virtual summer camp? No, thanks.

Annie Bai, Staff Writer
May 19, 2021
Grade level virtual Quiz Bowl tournament first round leaves sophomores to battle seniors in final round.

[Photo] Virtual Quiz Bowl

Tommy Verhey
April 30, 2021
Dear Oscars, lighten up.

Dear Oscars, lighten up.

Mimi Huelster, Staff Writer
April 25, 2021
The United States has experienced a sharp decline in immigration over the last decade. With this drop, the unemployment rate went down more than it had in 50 years.

[Photo] Without immigration, theoretically, will the U.S. run out of workers?

Tana Ososki, RubicOnline
April 25, 2021
(From left) Senior Evelyn Lillemoe, senior Aman Rahman, junior Ellie Murphy, and senior Gavin Kimmel sit in a minute of silence in honor of police brutality victim Daunte Wright.

Student protest organizers dissatisfied with admin response

Mimi Huelster, Staff Writer
April 19, 2021
While targeting transgender people of any age is already cruel, to target children is downright sadistic. Trans kids are kids. Kids who are just trying to have normal childhoods. Kids who just want to play sports. Kids who just want to be kids.

Let trans kids play

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
April 17, 2021
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Monica Bryant is the Executive Co-Director of Operations for Voices for Racial Justice and has worked in fields pertaining to social justice and activism for nearly her entire professional life.

Monica Bryand

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
April 16, 2021
If an internal voice is constantly sending messages of perfectionism, use spring break to step back and find a healthier inner voice.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] Spring into a break from perfectionism

RubicOnline Staff
March 22, 2021
All Minnesotans are encouraged to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Minnesota vaccine rollout for students, teachers

Mimi Huelster
March 11, 2021
On February 12, actor and writer Donald Glover took to Instagram to announce the television reboot of the movie Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Donald Glover to star in “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” reboot

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
February 27, 2021
It’s true; there’s a lot to be disappointed about: the lack of normality, less human interaction, loss of jobs, and the list goes on and on. But, focus on the things you can do. This time can be used to build confidence, understand oneself, love strengths and sympathize with weaknesses.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] The glass doesn’t fill on its own

RubicOnline Staff
February 18, 2021
Americans have become accustomed to tragedy and often become desensitized to horrific news.

[Photo] Wait, what? America’s short attention span

William Schavee
February 11, 2021
Rest in peace SOPHIE, who touched countless people with her art and music.

Remembering SOPHIE, the Immaterial Hyperpop Icon

Mimi Huelster, Staff Writer
February 8, 2021
A rising number of faith communities globally are becoming more verbal about equity.

How faith and queerness coexist

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
February 3, 2021
In order to be impeached, a president must have committed “Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors,” as outlined by the Constitution, although the document does not define what “high crimes and misdemeanors” may entail.

[THEN/NOW] Presidential impeachments

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
February 1, 2021
Editor Bobby Verhey asks the question, "This or That?"

White domestic terrorists (aka school shooters) are dismissed as troubled kids who need better mental health resources, while last summer, a young Black girl was jailed for not completing her homework. Information on the Capitol Hill riots was being circulated weeks prior to the event, being written off as harmless, as not actually dangerous. But it was.

Infantilization of white supremacists needs to stop

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
January 19, 2021
The divide we see between differing opinions and reactions on last Wednesday’s rioting is not a Republican Democrat split but a matter of white supremacy and ignorance.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] Capitol insurrection amplifies white supremacy; every day forward is a day for change

RubicOnline Staff
January 13, 2021
Mimi Huelster created this illustration for an Opinion piece on the importance of the compass system in Courageous Conversations.

[Photo] Top five illustrations of 2020

RubicOnline Staff
January 7, 2021
SPA has already cycled through several different schedules since transitioning to online learning in March 2020. Each schedule seems to bring criticism for one reason or another whether it be too much screen time, not enough chances to talk to teachers, too much work, too much free time, etc.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] Don’t complain; make the schedule work for you

RubicOnline Staff
January 5, 2021

Imperfections arise with COVIDawareMN app

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
December 14, 2020
Three weeks, ago Minnesota announced the Bluetooth-tracking app. The app helps individuals track exposure six feet within range.

[TWO SIDES, ONE ISSUE] COVIDawareMN

Mimi Huelster and Annika Rock
December 14, 2020
On Nov 5, St. Paul Academy’s administration announced that English teacher Matt Hoven had resigned from his position following a period of medical leave.

Hoven resignation brings mid-year change

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
December 3, 2020
Advisories have now began to meet over distance in the last couple weeks through Google Meets.

[Photo] Baker advisory chooses distance learning Meet options

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
December 2, 2020
Midterms have always been an irreplaceable element and experience in the St. Paul Academy and Summit School’s Upper School.

[Photo] Capstone assesments to replace 2020 Midterms

Elle Chen, Production Manager
November 28, 2020
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been challenging to get out of the house, let alone travel across the country

[Photo] Rising COVID-19 cases and extended Thanksgiving break makes travelling a tough decision for students

Tommy Verhey
November 17, 2020
There are a lot underlying things that 2020 has brought to light. The country is ideologically divided more than ever. A lot of work has to be done.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] What we have learned from 2020

RubicOnline Staff
November 16, 2020
Anya Taylor-Joy plays Beth Harmon, a chess prodigy, in an unconventional rags to riches story that makes chess exciting.

[TV REVIEW] Netflix checkmates all with The Queen’s Gambit

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
November 12, 2020
The Courageous Conversations model stresses the importance of speaking one’s truth and accepting all the repercussions that might occur and being ready to be in the wrong or ignorant. Each student needs to seriously consider which category they are in, not to finish it for a grade but themselves.

[Photo] Conversations should be courageous: why the compass matters

Ivy Raya, RubicOnline
November 10, 2020
While the weather turns chilly, stay inside and treat yourself to a winter holiday movie.

Eight movies to watch this winter

Tana Ososki, Alexandra Cardwell, Mimi Huelster, and Ivy Raya
November 9, 2020
Screenshot of Peltier's petition

Students petition to stay in school

Mimi Huelster
November 4, 2020
Randolph campus will move to distance learning Nov. 16

Randolph campus will move to distance learning Nov. 16

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
November 4, 2020
Crossing the Rubicon is a monthly podcast where Maddy Fisher interviews people about their poetry related interests and projects.

[Photo] [CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep. 1: Poetry with Bev O’Malley

Maddy Fisher, The Rubicon
October 31, 2020
Senior Jackson Small scares with story of a light gone bad.

Lights out, ghosts out

Will Schavee, Lucia Granja, and Mimi Huelster
October 26, 2020
Volunteering offers support for the high number of people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, while also providing a way to make change for students.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] Volunteers needed now more than ever

RubicOnline Staff
October 23, 2020
While students and faculty are able to stay safe during distanced learning, the biggest thing that they're missing is interaction with peers. Human interaction is a grounding thing for everyone during these times.

[Photo] [TWO SIDES, ONE ISSUE] Hybrid vs. distance

Will Schavee and Tommy Verhey
October 22, 2020
All the COVID-19 updates here.

[Photo] [INFOGRAPHIC] COVID-19: a series of events

Lizzie Kristal, The Rubicon
October 16, 2020
US Theater Director Eric Severson posted the cast list for Dylan Thomas' Under Milkwood, a show that will challenge the 33 actors cast as they take on multiple roles in a show with 67 characters.

[Photo] Under Milkwood cast announced

Arts Brief
October 8, 2020
From the left: Audrey Senaratna, Kate Hanf and Clara McKoy pose in their Blue and Gold Day outfits.

School spirit falters on Homecoming dress up days

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
October 7, 2020
A work of digital art created by Annika Brelsford in honor of this year's Pride Month.

Quarantine allows students to embrace their artistic creativity

Mimi Huelster, RubicOnline
September 27, 2020
Political discourse dominates the internet. Internet activism and instant party division can be found in every topic covered online.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] It’s not always partisan

RubicOnline Staff
September 23, 2020
Starting on Sunday, WeChat and TikTok will no longer be permitted to download on US App Stores.

[Photo] Trump’s ban on WeChat is nothing more than petty oppression

Elle Chen, Production Manager
September 19, 2020

1918 Influenza

Mimi Huelster, Illustrator
September 18, 2020
Both the 1918 Influenza and COVID-19 have had big impacts of school life.

[THEN/NOW] Think pandemic closures are new? Look back a century.

Elle Chen and Mimi Huelster
September 17, 2020
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Use social media to support action, not to perform

Use social media to support action, not to perform

Mimi Huelster, Illustrator
July 3, 2020
Online learning has been too often taken for granted. Think of those who don't have the same luxury.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] Use your summer to be a part of the COVID-19 solution

RubicOnline Staff
June 2, 2020
Everyone seems to be handling the challenges of this pandemic differently. And that’s okay.

[Photo] It’s a pandemic; don’t worry about grades

Colin Will, Opinions Editor
May 27, 2020
Editorial

[Photo] Address racial profiling, white privilege in the pandemic

Jenny Ries, The Rubicon
May 23, 2020
[OUTSIDE THE BOX] Ep. 2: Theatre touring with Soren Miller and Valerie Wick

[OUTSIDE THE BOX] Ep. 2: Theatre touring with Soren Miller and Valerie Wick

Mimi Huelster, Staff Writer
March 20, 2020
Outside the Box is a three-episode podcast produced by students in Writing for Publication.

[Photo] [OUTSIDE THE BOX] Ep. 1: Style with Tyler Christensen

Eve Sampsell-Jones, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Known for her successful young adults novels Eleanor & Park and Fangirl, as well as her adult work Attachments and Landline, Rowell has now carried her vibrant style of writing over into her next literary escapade with the creation of the Simon Snow series.

[BOOK REVIEW] Simon Snow series provides escape and representation

Mimi Huelster, Staff Writer
February 24, 2020
Staying up late is normalized at SPA.

Give the toxic sleep talk a rest

Mimi Huelster, Staff Writer
February 3, 2020
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