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The Rubicon

The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon

COVER ART. The cover of Songs, Blood deep illustrates a scene of a bunny smoking a pipe and a person playing the flute wearing traditional clothing.

[BOOK REVIEW] Glenn Westerman’s book of poetry, “Songs, Blood Deep”, takes readers on a poetic journey through the seasons

Lucy Thomas, RubicOnline February 19, 2024
Seasons Fall through Summer are poetically illustrated in Glen Westerman's book "Songs, Blood Deep".
The Huss poetry reading: a showcase for student work

The Huss poetry reading: a showcase for student work

Alexandra Cardwell, Opinions Editor May 21, 2022
Listen to students share their poems at the Huss poetry reading.
[POETRY PODCAST] Ep. 3: Levi Smetana

[POETRY PODCAST] Ep. 3: Levi Smetana

Henry Burkhardt, RubicOnline January 21, 2022
Join senior Henry Burkhardt for readings and discussions about poetry.
[CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep.7: Whoso List to Hunt, I Know Where is an Hind with Maddy Fisher

[CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep.7: Whoso List to Hunt, I Know Where is an Hind with Maddy Fisher

Maddy Fisher, The Rubicon May 30, 2021
Listen to sophomore Maddy Fisher read and examine "Whoso List to Hunt, I know where is a Hind" by Sir Thomas Wyatt
Crossing the Rubicon is a monthly podcast where Maddy Fisher interviews people about their poetry related interests and projects.

[CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep. 6: Sidewalk Poetry with Jordy Breslau

Maddy Fisher, The Rubicon May 16, 2021
Jordy Brelau of Public Art St. Paul talks sidewalk poetry.
Crossing the Rubicon is a monthly podcast where Maddy Fisher interviews people about their poetry related interests and projects.

[CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep. 5: Poetry with Philip de Sa e Silva

Maddy Fisher, The Rubicon March 22, 2021
US English teacher Philip de Sa e Silva talks about the importance of reading poetry.
Crossing the Rubicon is a monthly podcast where Maddy Fisher interviews people about their poetry related interests and projects.

[CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep. 4: Poetry with Andrew Inchiosa

Maddy Fisher, The Rubicon February 22, 2021
Inchiosa talks making time for writing, and the ebb and flow of reading poetry.
Crossing the Rubicon is a monthly podcast where Maddy Fisher interviews people about their poetry related interests and projects.

[CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep. 3: A Noiseless Patient Spider with Michael Moran

Maddy Fisher, The Rubicon January 21, 2021
Michael Moran discusses Walt Whitman's poem "A Noiseless Patient Spider."
Crossing the Rubicon is a monthly podcast where Maddy Fisher interviews people about their poetry related interests and projects.

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

Maddy Fisher, The Rubicon October 31, 2020
In this episode, sophomore Bev O’Malley talks about their experience writing poetry.
Author Su Hwang discusses her book with students

Guest Speaker Su Hwang showcases her poetry while inspiring young writers

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline February 8, 2020
“I thought it was a great experience because you really do not get to do this every day.” - Alisson Audette
Junior Addie Morrisette pictured with her friendship-focused poetry project. The poems are copied in her friends' handwriting.

Students bring poetry up close and personal

Sharee Roman, The Rubicon December 15, 2019
Final projects from the Poetry of Connection and Community elective can be seen all over the school.
[Episode 3] "Given" by Claire Wahmanholm

[Episode 3] “Given” by Claire Wahmanholm

Meagan Massie, The Rubicon December 6, 2019
Senior Meagan Massie talks with students about poems and poetry in a monthly podcast.
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