![CONFLICT ON CAMPUS. Student protests on college campuses have filled the news recently, though student demonstrations at universities are nothing new. Free speech, including the right to protest, is one of the core values of American democracy and must be upheld on its college campuses.](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_0755-e1716921681284-1200x838.jpg)
Campus protests highlight importance of free speech protections
Gavin Leuthold, The Rubicon
• June 1, 2024
![JUST IN TIME. Finals season has started, but that does not mean it is too late for an “academic comeback”.](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Make-an-academic-comeback.png)
It is not too late to have an academic comeback
Mariam Malik, Social Media Manager
• May 23, 2024
![Combat ignorance by embracing discussions about current events](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mokbel-Image-OpEd-e1716398271173.jpg)
Combat ignorance by embracing discussions about current events
Yassin Mokbel, RubicOnline
• May 22, 2024
![APPRECIATE. Teachers do so much for students; here are some ways to give back. (Created in Canva)](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Thank-your-Teachers-1200x800.png)
Teacher appreciation lasts a lifetime
Lucy Thomas, RubicOnline
• May 21, 2024
![TUNING IN. Sophomore Lucille Brooks likes to listen to music when she studies in the art wing. Listening to music while studying be motivating and reduce stress. It is worth giving a try this exam season. (Photo Illustration by Zimo Xie)](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Studying-with-Music-opinion-1200x800.jpg)
Tune into studying by curating a playlist
Zimo Xie, Creative Design Manager
• May 21, 2024
![NOT ALL DRINKS ARE EQUAL. When trying to avoid caffeine overconsumption, it is crucial to recognize how much caffeine are in different drinks, because it can vary greatly.](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Screen-Shot-2024-05-15-at-10.19.28-PM-1200x728.png)
Breaking bad habits: caffeine overconsumption
Olympia Wolff, The Rubicon
• May 17, 2024
![HIGH SCORE. AP tests come with many benefits such as replacing college credit and used during the college admissions process. SPA does not teach AP courses that usually prep students for AP test. However, it is not a bad thing.](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-7-1200x675.png)
As a former AP teacher, this is why I like SPA’s approach to AP exams
Kathryn Campbell, CJE, Director of Publications
• May 16, 2024
![ERASURE. The term whitewashed is mostly used towards people of color who seem assimilated to American culture and are distant from their heritage. However, the term enforces stereotypes and further restricts people of color who struggle with connecting to their culture.](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_3449-e1715700461953-1200x753.jpg)
“Whitewashed” washes over cultural connection
Nabeeha Qadri, RubicOnline
• May 14, 2024
![Committed to a cause, but not a candidate](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Screenshot-2024-05-15-at-3.59.55-PM.png)
Committed to a cause, but not a candidate
McKinley Garner, The Rubicon
• May 2, 2024
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