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Coffee Chats expand LGBTQ+ home to school connection
Coffee Chats expand LGBTQ+ home to school connection
March 15, 2023
STUDENT SCIENTISTS. (FRONT) Aryun Nemani, Rita Li, Calvin He, Becca Richman, Julia Colbert. (BACK) Rishi Bhargava, Henry Choi, Humza Murad, Aaron Lindeman, Will Richardson, Gabriel Bangoura, Cassandra Zirps, Maryeva Gonzalez, Yash Kshirsagar.
Scientists find success at Twin Cities Science Fair
March 13, 2023
BETTER PRODUCTS, PERIOD. USC member Cerena Karmaliani said, “We had a lot of complaints about the fact that [the current product applicators] are cardboard, there’s not different sizes [of period products], they don’t get re-stocked as frequently, and people don’t feel as comfortable going to the nurse for alternate products.” These complaints are the basis for the new subcommittees work.
USC launches trial run of new feminine hygiene products
March 9, 2023
SECOND GLANCE. While this photo might look like a student staring at a computer, look closer and recognize that it is slightly distorted. The image was generated by OpenAI’s DALL-E 2 based on the prompt: “Create a realistic photo of a student using ChatGPT.” (Chat GPT photo)
Rise of ChatGPT sparks conversation about educational values
March 8, 2023
DONATE NOW. USC runs a sign up table in the English Commons on Feb. 20.
USC hosts annual blood drive
March 7, 2023
2023 ATHENA. Senior Heidi Deuel has displayed steadfast dedication to hockey and soccer throughout her five years of varsity sports at SPA. Captain of both teams, she represents everything that an Athena should be.
Heidi Deuel named 2023 Athena
March 13, 2023
FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME. Sophomore Maddy Mosher said, “It doesn’t matter what level I’m playing at. DII, DIII, I just want to continue playing in college.”
Moser talks about the differences between AAU and SPA basketball
March 9, 2023
LETS GO SPARTANS. Students gather to cheer on the SPA boys hockey team as they face off against Highland Park in the first round of the section tournament. The Spartans went on to win the game 5-2.
Co-op sports provide connectivity, relationships between fans
February 26, 2023
SNOWY SLOPES. Burns has been passionate about alpine skiing from a young age. The sport is very challenging, with steep terrain, sharp turns, injuries, and countless hours of practice. But nevertheless, Burns continues to foster a deep love for the slopes.
Burns dominates on the slopes
February 23, 2023
TUMBLE TIME. Elena Sjaastad teaches youth gymnastics through Community Education in Saint Paul Public Schools at Central High School. Her previous coach set her up with the job. She said, “My coach reached out and asked if I want to help coach little kids and I was like yeah of course that would be really fun.”
Sjaastad works with the next generation of gymnasts
February 15, 2023
SPARTAN PRIDE. Captains Maryeva Gonzalez, Heidi Deuel and Lindsay Browne join head coach in Aileen Guiney in displaying the trophy to their fans.
GVS concludes memorable season
November 8, 2022
WE ARE THE (STATE) CHAMPIONS. The team celebrates their accomplishment after captains Nathan Cohen, Cooper Bollinger Danielson and Yash Kshirsagar present the plaque to the group.
BVS makes history with fifth state championship title
November 5, 2022
THE SPARTANS SUCCEED. After the end of the shootout, the team crowds goalie Lindsay Browne in celebration.
It’s not over yet: GVS defeats Breck in state semi-final
November 3, 2022
CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND. Senior Finn Sullivan and captain Nathan Cohen rejoice after a well-deserved win.
Championship bound: BVS advances in state tournament
November 2, 2022
LETs RECAP. With the conclusion of most fall sports, with the exception of teams currently in section or state tournaments, the highlights (and lowlights) of each team are shared with the community.
2022 Fall sports recap: Wins, losses, and teamwork
October 27, 2022
LETS GO SPARTANS. Students gather to cheer on the SPA boys hockey team as they face off against Highland Park in the first round of the section tournament. The Spartans went on to win the game 5-2.
Co-op sports provide connectivity, relationships between fans
February 26, 2023
SNOWY SLOPES. Burns has been passionate about alpine skiing from a young age. The sport is very challenging, with steep terrain, sharp turns, injuries, and countless hours of practice. But nevertheless, Burns continues to foster a deep love for the slopes.
Burns dominates on the slopes
February 23, 2023
ICE TIME. Greta Magnuson in goal boasts six wins, and a 0.894 save percentage this season.
Pregame Coverage: Metro-South Phoenix hopes to keep season alive
February 7, 2023
Spartans fail to beat Breck in second match-up, lose in overtime
Spartans fail to beat Breck in second match-up, lose in overtime
January 25, 2023
Metro-South falls to Apple Valley in anticipated rematch
Metro-South falls to Apple Valley in anticipated rematch
January 23, 2023
GO SPARTANS. Spring athletes talk season dynamics as the seasons come to their end.
Spring sports wrap up: The Rubicon recap
May 26, 2022
[STRIKING VOLLEY] Freshman Jacob Colton high-fives sophomore Baasit Mahmood after a strong finish to a point.
[PHOTO GALLERY] With a 4:3 victory against the Panthers, boys Spartan tennis seeds to state
May 26, 2022
RUNNING THE BASES. Georgia Ross surveys the infield as she sprints to second base.
SPA softball: a Cinderella story for the books
May 22, 2022
Joined golf team? That means early dismissals all spring
Joined golf team? That means early dismissals all spring
May 20, 2022
With spring arriving Glisczinski peddles hard to blaze through the trail near his house.
For Glisczinski biking is more then exercise, it’s a lifestyle
May 19, 2022
ONE YEAR. While NATO support for Ukraine increases, the divide of allies is becoming more and more tense in the war between Russia and Ukraine.
[2 SIDES, 1 ISSUE] Debating the level of US involvement in Russia’s war on Ukraine
March 17, 2023
LET HER LEARN. The discussion and pursuit of romantic and sexual relationships at SPA is littered with casual misogyny.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Do your part for gender equity
March 17, 2023
OUT OF THIS WORLD OIL. ConocoPhillips’ long-pursued The Willow Project, was approved by the Biden administration today. This project aims to drill for a projected 180,000 barrels of oil every day. To put this into perspective there are 20 gallons of gas per barrel. An American car averages 24.6 miles per gallon which equates to 492 miles per barrel. So 180,00 barrels per day multiplied by 492 miles per barrel is approx 88.6 million miles produced per day. The moon is 238,900 miles from earth. Meaning that each day an individual could drive to the moon and back 372 times.
Biden trades the planet for oil by approving Willow Project
March 14, 2023
BREAKING APART. Returning to treating C3 as a valued part of student culture and support will create the environment the new staff this year is trying to emulate.
The power of peer support
March 14, 2023
Feeling down? Try music.
Feeling down? Try music.
March 13, 2023
LET HER LEARN. The discussion and pursuit of romantic and sexual relationships at SPA is littered with casual misogyny.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Do your part for gender equity
March 17, 2023
OUTSIDE THE BOX. Engaging in classroom activities that aren’t static doesn’t automatically mean students will be distracted or unproductive. Using the opportunity to expand learning content outside the classroom has many benefits that can improve engagement, focus, and health.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Promote healthy habits by incorporating movement in class
March 7, 2023
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.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Promote a culture of acceptance and belonging
February 15, 2023
MAKING NEWS. Utilizing news sources is a convenient way to make classroom content more relevant and to start conversations about current events. Both teachers and students can contribute to incorporating news media into school spaces by bringing them into classes, clubs and student groups, and daily conversations.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] It is time to learn about current events in school
January 31, 2023
HIGHER GROUND. Putting the experiences of visible and invisible diversity on the same level diminishes the oppression that minority groups actually face. Instead of searching for reasons to consider oneself a minority, acknowledge where privilege is held and where it can be used to make a difference.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Oppression is not a competition: recognize privilege to create change
December 7, 2022
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is self-awareness?
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is self-awareness?
January 31, 2023
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is beauty?
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is beauty?
December 5, 2022
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] Is life easy or hard?
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] Is life easy or hard?
October 18, 2022
Some believers in this theory think that reality is only simulated where humans are looking. This would mean that reality would cease to exist anywhere humans were not perceiving.
Play or be played: are humans living in a simulation?
May 21, 2022
Do you really control yourself?
Do you really control yourself?
April 8, 2022
FIGHT BACK: Minnesotans gather in 2021 to protest the construction of Enbridge’s Line 3.
Looking at Line 5’s long, environmental battle with the upper Midwest
March 8, 2023
WOMENS DAY. “I feel like if I talk about my experience as a woman too much, I brand myself as too much of a feminist and then no one listens, because they just assume that Im angry and bitter,” Solvej Eversoll said. “I’m not afraid to call myself a feminist, but I do feel the need to pick and choose my battles because I want people to take me seriously.”
Factions of feminism (and the responses to the movement) have shaped history
March 8, 2023
Behind the books
Behind the books
March 5, 2023
Weirdly Obsessed
Weirdly Obsessed
March 4, 2023
During math league practices, individuals attempts at each problem and seek out for help from Mr.Sheffert whenever they are stuck.
The “T” in MATH is Team
March 2, 2023
PLAYING ALONG. Senior Nolan Wagner plays keyboards during rehearsal while the orchestra plays his original composition, Diomedes.
Nolan Wagner composes a piece for Honors Symphonia
March 14, 2023
BEHIND THE LIGHTS. Elvis, directed by Baz Luhrmann and starring Austin Butler, provides an insider view into the stars life, marred by controversy and greed. The film is nominated for eight Oscars, including Best Picture. (Screen capture from Baz Luhrmanns ELVIS | Official Trailer by Warner Bros. Pictures on YouTube)
[OSCAR REVIEW] Elvis: Controversy follows the King of rock and roll
March 13, 2023
LISTEN UP. The Women Talking cast was successfully able to execute an emotional film on such an emotional subject, while still making it engaging and entertaining for the viewer.
[OSCAR WINNER] Women Talking: Feminism in an isolated community
March 13, 2023
FLOP OR NOT? In The Whale, Charlie goes through an emotional journey searching for redemption.
[OSCAR WINNER] The Whale: A Big Hit?
March 13, 2023
SOUTHERN SIDES. The Handsome Hog’s adaptation of Hush puppies include three deep fried balls of batter with crab stuffing and creole remoulade. See the menu at handsomehog.com or dine in at 173 Western Ave N, St Paul.
Black owned restaurants bring Southern flavor up the Mississippi
March 13, 2023
BEHIND THE LIGHTS. Elvis, directed by Baz Luhrmann and starring Austin Butler, provides an insider view into the stars life, marred by controversy and greed. The film is nominated for eight Oscars, including Best Picture. (Screen capture from Baz Luhrmanns ELVIS | Official Trailer by Warner Bros. Pictures on YouTube)
[OSCAR REVIEW] Elvis: Controversy follows the King of rock and roll
March 13, 2023
LISTEN UP. The Women Talking cast was successfully able to execute an emotional film on such an emotional subject, while still making it engaging and entertaining for the viewer.
[OSCAR WINNER] Women Talking: Feminism in an isolated community
March 13, 2023
FLOP OR NOT? In The Whale, Charlie goes through an emotional journey searching for redemption.
[OSCAR WINNER] The Whale: A Big Hit?
March 13, 2023
YOU TALK TOO MUCH. Sammy Fabelman (left, Gabriel Labelle) is trapped in his room and has no choice but to listen as uncle Boris (right, Judd Hirsch) gives him a speech on art.
[OSCAR REVIEW] The Fabelmans is the ultimate movie-about-movies
March 12, 2023
View RubicOnline staff writers reviews of the Animated Feature Film Oscar nominees.
[OSCAR REVIEW] Animated films celebrated with nominations at 95th Academy Awards
March 12, 2023
[QUIZ] Let it snow? Maybe tomorrow.
[QUIZ] Let it snow? Maybe tomorrow.
November 28, 2022
SHINING STAR. Swift released the video to Bejeweled Oct. 24 and it has garnered nearly 9 million views. Swift will perform in Minneapolis Aug. 23-24, 2023.
Swift Announces the Eras Tour, new dates in Minneapolis
November 15, 2022
Its Scholastic Journalism Week: What does scholastic journalism mean to me?
QUIZ: [HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW]… the RubicOnline?
March 11, 2020
Members hop over the bench to get on the ice and play.
QUIZ: Have you been paying attention to the sports section?
January 16, 2020
Take this quiz to see some study tips just for you.
QUIZ: Which study tip should you try this Midterm?
December 9, 2019
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.
[60 SECOND NEWS] Silicon Valley Bank collapse, March Madness, spring sports
March 17, 2023
What’s it like to be on The Rubicon?
March 16, 2023
Devine sisters grow up on the court
Devine sisters grow up on the court
March 6, 2023
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.
[60 SECOND NEWS] MLB spring training, winter weather, SPA hockey and basketball
February 28, 2023
ON GUARD. Supportive, motivative and skillful are all qualities of a good coach. But what does a good coach looks like for the fencing team?
What are qualities of a good coach?
February 19, 2023
Podcasts help students pursue interests
Podcasts help students pursue interests
March 15, 2023
The science behind giving and receiving compliments
The science behind giving and receiving compliments
March 6, 2023
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 5 ChatGPT and the rise of AI
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 5 ChatGPT and the rise of AI
February 13, 2023
What song is most meaningful to you?
What song is most meaningful to you?
February 6, 2023
THROUGH THEIR EYES. On episode four of the podcast, Eliana Mann interviews senior Lily Malloy and junior Wafa Naqvi about whether or not they believe in life after death.
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 4: Do you believe in life after death?
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The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon
The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon
Eliana Mann

Eliana Mann, News Editor

Hi! My name is Eliana Mann (she/her). I am a News Editor for RubicOnline, and this is my third year on staff. Outside of journalism, I enjoy spending my time with friends and family, playing volleyball, reading and making new playlists. I also devote part of my time to Junior Class Leadership Council and Community Action & Service club, and I work at Adventure Kids (the afterschool program at the Lower School). Fun fact: I have lived in three states and visited several foreign countries, including France, Spain, and Italy. You can reach me at [email protected]

All content by Eliana Mann

What’s it like to be on The Rubicon?

Rita Li, Eliana Mann, and Alison Mitchell
March 16, 2023

Celebrate female musicians this Women’s History Month

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
March 4, 2023
RECYCLED MOMENTS. Movie tropes, repeated scenarios, phrases, or imagery in film; are storytelling devices that can enhance audiences experience and can be used to communicate something figurative or give the story a more complex meaning.

Breaking down movie tropes: familiar clichés connect the films of decades ago with today’s newest releases

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
February 24, 2023
CHOOSE YOUR WEAPON. In fencing, there are three types of weapons that can be used during a bout: foil, epee, and sabre. Each weapon also defines a category of competition, so two fencers will always duel using the same weapon.

Fencing team sets the gold standard with skilled group of competitors

January 5, 2023
SNOWY SLOPES. Burns has been passionate about alpine skiing from a young age. The sport is very challenging, with steep terrain, sharp turns, injuries, and countless hours of practice. But nevertheless, Burns continues to foster a deep love for the slopes.

Burns dominates on the slopes

Eliana Mann, News Editor
February 23, 2023
MAKE A NEW PLAYLIST. Music is all around: on the Huss stage, headphones during a study session, and everywhere in between. So, its important to create playlists that suit every mood and environment.

Seven tips for crafting a new playlist

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
February 3, 2023

Third Floor

Eliana Mann and Alexandra Cardwell
February 2, 2023
THROUGH THEIR EYES. On episode four of the podcast, Eliana Mann interviews senior Lily Malloy and junior Wafa Naqvi about whether or not they believe in life after death.

[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 4: Do you believe in life after death?

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
February 1, 2023
[CONSUMER GUIDE] Level up the reading experience with Goodreads or Storygraph

[CONSUMER GUIDE] Level up the reading experience with Goodreads or Storygraph

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
January 17, 2023
STUDY TIME. Upper School midterm exams occur from Dec. 12 to Dec. 15 with a makeup day on Dec. 16.

[Photo] Academic Program and Policies Committee focuses on the culture of grading

December 11, 2022
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5 things you may not know about Wafa Naqvi

November 20, 2022
Music and culture intertwine in Senaratna’s study-abroad experience

Music and culture intertwine in Senaratna’s study-abroad experience

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
November 4, 2022
FOR A CAUSE. The food sale was in support of UNICEF, an organization that is raising money for the floods in Pakistan.

[PHOTO GALLERY] Muslim affinity group hosts food sale for Pakistan flood relief

Nelson Wodarz and Eliana Mann
November 3, 2022

“Advice to my high school self…” pt.3 – hidden talents

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
October 20, 2022
LOVELY LITERATURE. In a survey put on by PBS, The Great Gatsby took the fifteenth spot of the most-loved books in America. However, this classic novel is not so beloved by the English Department, as they have recently removed the book from the sophomore English curriculum.

[Photo] Saying goodbye to Gatsby: American Literature curriculum makes a change

October 16, 2022
LETS ALL DO THE SPARTAN BEAT. Senior Spartan Tommy Verhey leads the students and faculty in chanting The Spartan Beat, an SPA tradition.

Fifth day of Homecoming brings tough competitions and lots of laughter

Eliana Mann and Davan Rosen
September 24, 2022
GET LOUD. The junior class cheers on their peers competing in the various competitions during the Pep Fest.

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SPARTAN VS. TIGER. Senior Spartan Tommy Verhey chases junior Oliver Zhu (dressed as a tiger) across the gym. Verhey eventually slayed the tiger to fire up the audience for the Boys Soccer teams Homecoming matchup against the Minneapolis South tigers.

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DODGEBALL MAYHEM. The Drakes made a valiant effort to stay in the game, but ultimately Graduation overcame them.

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READY, SET, GO. Members of dodgeball team Graduation get ready for the start of their game against The Drakes. Sporting matching white t-shirts and gold Spartan heads (when theyre not playing), this team of seniors was not messing around.

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ULTIMATE DUEL. For the final round of the Ping Pong Competition, juniors Maik Nguyen and Baasit Mahmood faced off against seniors Rio Cox and Maverick Wolff. In a tight battle, the junior superstars came out of top, with their supporters cheering them on from the bleachers.

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DOUBLE TROUBLE. In a surprise additional round of ping pong, science teachers Joe Martin and Scot Hovan took on the junior victors. Calling themselves High Velocity, the duo was unable to outlast the students.

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STUDENT LEADERS. Hobbs Lillygreen and Ali Browne, Co-Presidents of the Student Activities Committee, lead the crowd as this years emcees.

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GOOD TIMES. Junior Natalie Vogenthaler and senior Johnna Melk-Johnson are decked out in school spirit. Melk-Johnsons senior overalls have pops of blue and yellow paint on them to represent SPAs school colors.

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FRIDAY FESTIVITIES. A group of sophomores showing off their Blue and Gold Day outfits had their game faces on for the last day of Homecoming week. Sawyer Bollinger-Danielson said, Im so excited for the [soccer] game. Last year I didnt get to watch because I was playing, but this year Im excited to see the boys win.

FRIDAY DRESS UP: Blue and Gold Day shows off Spartan spirit

Eliana Mann , RubicOnline
September 23, 2022
BLUE AND GOLD. Head of School Dr. Luis Ottley is happy to see students and faculty sporting blue and gold outfits as Friday of Homecoming week is in full swing.

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GAMEDAY GROOVE. Seniors Finn Sullivan and Joey Stoplestad along with junior Cooper Olson are fired up for the Friday soccer and football games. Sporting SPA athletics gear, Olson advertised, Everyone should go to the Boys Varsity Soccer game.

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OUTSTANDING OVERALLS. Im really glad that Im finally a senior because its really fun to decorate overalls with your friends, said senior Heidi Deuel. The overalls tradition brings the graduating class together in Homecoming spirit for their last hurrah.

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ALL SMILES. Homecoming week brings everyone together to cultivate a joyful community. This is my first time actually participating in school spirit stuff, because last year I was new, so I didnt really feel the school spirit, sophomore Annie Zhang said. Now Im more into it.

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HAPPY HOMECOMING. Dean of Students Stacy Tepp sports a big smile and a navy outfit for the last day of Homecoming week.

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FACE PAINT FUN. Junior Tysen Hayes gives Dean of Students Stacy Tepp a festive makeover with blue and gold face paint. Both students and faculty are truly in the Homecoming spirit.

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TOTAL TRADITION. For freshman Beatrix Rhone, this outfit is a Homecoming staple. I wear this shirt every year for Blue and Gold Day, she said.

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GET PEPPY. Junior Wafa Naqvi has high anticipations for the end of Blue and Gold Day. Im most excited for Pep Fest and watching the faculty dodgeball game, because its always entertaining when the students lose, she said.

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SPIRITED SQUAD. Juniors Tysen Hayes, Sam Zakaib and Leo Benson are bringing the school spirit. Hayes said, On Blue and Gold Day I feel great, because I get to represent my school and go to the soccer and football games.

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GO GREEN. Eco-friendly skincare has become increasingly accesible in recent years as more cosmetics brands change their packaging or product formulas.

Try these top picks for Earth-friendly body care

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
September 21, 2022
LANGUAGE BARRIER. Freshman Zain Kizilbash was studying for his Chinese quiz in the library one day, when he realized that he couldnt find his textbook. Panicked, Kizilbash ran around the school looking for the book everywhere, but to no avail. Then I go to study hall, and it turns out that the person I was studying with brought home both of our textbooks, he said. Despite the mix-up, Kizilbash was able to prepare adequately for his quiz, and as a result, was proud of the grade he received.

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TAKE TO THE STREETS. With COVID-19 restrictions decreasing, people should return to pre-pandemic levels of activism and protests. Protests and other physical demonstrations are always the most visually powerful, because they show large masses of people supporting one group or idea. They bring people together and create more motivation for change.

With fewer COVID-19 restrictions, return to activism

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
September 9, 2022
ITS TIME FOR A CHANGE: Its no secret our planet is in a climate emergency. Making small, easy changes to your daily routine can bring us one step closer to finally ending this crisis.

Seven easy ways to help protect the environment

Eliana Mann, Rubiconline
May 19, 2022
HARMFUL POSTS. The rising trend of sharing ones glow-ups on social media is not as empowering as it seems.

Glow-ups are over-celebrated and harmful to mental health

Eliana Mann, Rubiconline
May 17, 2022
ON MY MIND. Popular lifestyle YouTuber Ava Jules recently started a podcast, which has been a dream of hers. As the title suggests, Jules discusses anything and everything that is on her mind in each episode. There are currently five episodes released.

[PODCAST REVIEW] Ava Jules shows candid side in On My Mind

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
May 2, 2022
GENDER SPECTRUM. Gender expands far beyond the binary and, for many people, is a fluid spectrum. It’s a fact that male and female are not the only ways one can define themself. Junior Lela Tilney-Kaemmer said, “I know there are a lot of other students that identify as, on the gender scale, not specifically just male or female, and that’s really supportive, knowing that there are other people like me.”

Breaking away from the gender binary

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
April 26, 2022
MEANINGFUL MUSIC. Ninth-grader Ellie Putaski has found comfort in music since she first learned to play at six years old. “I’d say music is probably the main way I express myself,” she said.

Putaski finds joy in creative outlets

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
April 13, 2022
TRENDING. The that girl craze can be found all over apps like TikTok and Instagram, spreading its negative influence to millions of viewers.

[ARTS OPINION] “That girl” trend isn’t all that

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
March 20, 2022
Mann prepares pasta primavera

Mann prepares pasta primavera

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
March 15, 2022
On Feb. 23, Russian troops invaded Ukraine by land, sea, and air, marking a devastating and horrific day for Ukrainians everywhere. The tension between the two countries has been building for quite some time, and now it has bubbled over into harsh military action.

Russian forces invade Ukraine

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
February 25, 2022
tips for taking notes

[Photo] Note-taking promotes productivity and creativity

February 22, 2022
SHOWSTOPPING. Some reality TV shows include random people or contestants like Americas Got Talent, while others, like The DAmelio Show, focus on celebrities and their lives. Either way, these shows can be funny, exciting, and full of heartfelt emotion to satisfy an audience.

Students weigh in: which reality TV shows are worth watching?

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
February 17, 2022

[SNAPCHAT STORY] What do you love?

Elizabeth Trevathan, Henry Burkhardt, Eliana Mann, and Kevin Chen
February 14, 2022
Though Black History Month is celebrated for a fraction of the year, it is crucial to recognize the accomplishments and struggles of the Black community every day. I hope that it is celebrated year-round and normalized into our everyday way of being,” Director of Intercultural Life Dr. Naomi Taylor said.

Celebrating Black History Month

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
February 9, 2022
TURN THE PAGE. Journaling is a popular wellness habit that can aid in releasing stress, expressing feelings, and harnessing creativity. The beauty of a journal is that it reflects the individual, and can be changed and shaped to anyones liking.

[Photo] Pen to paper: journaling tips and tricks

February 9, 2022
Baby, look at you now

Baby, look at you now

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
February 1, 2022
GO BULLDOGS. The Navarro cheerleaders put everything they have into practicing their routine on the shores of Daytona Beach. Only one obstacle is left to face: the championship.

[TV REVIEW] Netflix’s Cheer beautifully connects sport and emotion

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
January 19, 2022
Using the weapon of her choice, the foil, Kim practices with a teammate.

Kim qualifies for Junior Olympics fencing team

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
January 14, 2022

The news from one year ago still divides us

Eliana Mann
January 6, 2022
Twin Cities holiday lights cultivate winter spirit

Twin Cities’ holiday lights cultivate winter spirit

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
December 9, 2021
ALL ARE WELCOME. The clubs board displays a wide variety of styles and models, inspiring students with different levels of fashion knowledge and interest to see what the club is all about.

Fashion Club promotes sustainable style expression

Eliana Mann, Clara McKoy, and Zekiah Juliusson
November 30, 2021
Travis Scott and Drake perform together during the Astroworld Festival. Meanwhile, screams and cries from below remain muffled by the loud music.

[ARTS OPINION] Astroworld tragedy exposes concert dangers, importance of safety precautions

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
November 17, 2021
PACKAGED. Amazon is a massive company, shipping products to customers worldwide in their signature cardboard boxes. However, before choosing to buy from Amazon, we should first consider the positives and the negatives, such as the working conditions in a warehouse like this one.

[2 SIDES, 1 ISSUE] Is it ethical to buy from Amazon?

Henry Burkhardt and Eliana Mann
November 9, 2021
At an Amazon workplace in Shakopee, Minnesota, around 200 workers protest against working conditions.

It is unethical to buy from Amazon

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
November 8, 2021
OUTSTANDING OFRENDA. To celebrate Día de Los Muertos, Latinos Unidos set up an elaborate and inviting ofrenda in the library for all students to admire and learn more about the history of the celebration. Leader of the group Maryeva Gonzalez took inspiration from her own family traditions. “I usually celebrate with my family, and we make an ofrenda in our house… we honor our family members who have passed away, she said.

Latinos Unidos reflects on Día de Los Muertos celebration

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
November 3, 2021
OUTFIT IN ACTION. Junior Quenby Wilsons style is mainly inspired by the 90s alternative era, which has its own values. If youre going to advertise it as that, you have to actually hold the beliefs that the punk subculture holds, she said.

[Photo] Alternative expression: the return of punk

October 29, 2021
A close-up view of the tissue paper reveals the depth in its colors and textures.

Besse steps out of her comfort zone with latest art endeavor

October 20, 2021
BY THE NUMBERS. President Bidens main focuses for his presidency have become the Build Back Better Agenda and Bipartisan Infrastructure deal. But who supports these plans?

[Photo] What’s Biden up to?

October 27, 2021
Gross works on editing a photo during her Honors Art Seminar class. While in the presence of other student-artists, Gross said, I can get really inspired from one of my peers’ drawings or the way that they think about art, even if our art forms are really different.

Gross tells stories with her camera in Honors Art Seminar

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
September 28, 2021
Gross loves to take photographs because, for her, art is powerful and has the ability to instill a sense of peace and tranquility.

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DISCONNECT. Google Classroom notifications fill up Gmail inboxes in the blink of an eye, and create a lot of unwanted stress. No one wants to hear their devices constantly buzzing with the sounds of new assignments and grade updates. So why not just turn them off?

How can we set boundaries between school and personal life? Here are eight tips.

September 25, 2021
For student-athletes, life can be a bit of a whirlwind. Balancing classes, homework, practice, and games is a lot to handle. Sometimes in the craziness of it all, physical health gets put on the back burner. That’s where Anne Hutchins comes in.

New athletic trainer Anne Hutchins emphasizes importance of hydration, nutrition and sleep

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline
September 15, 2021
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