The Rubicon

Senior Speech Illustrations: Week 26

Iya Abdulkarim, The Rubicon Editor • April 3, 2017

View the illustrations of quotes from the senior speeches delivered on Friday, March 31.

A right and a privilege: addressing low voter turnout in the United States

Amodhya Samarakoon, Creative Design Manager • December 12, 2016

In general, voter turnout in the United States is shockingly low. According to FairVote.org, voting was at its highest at only 63.9% in 1960 between Republican candidate Richard Nixon and Democratic...

Goals: Their motivations, development and acheivement

Noor Qureishy, Managing Editor • October 2, 2016

From intrinsic to extrinsic motivation, students discuss their methods and experiences with goal setting and achievement.

Two students share their experiences with managing anxiety

Noor Qureishy and Amodhya Samarakoon • December 13, 2015

Elena Macomber and Alex Duval speak about their anxiety.

Spring playlist favorites range from Lorde to Arctic Monkeys

Boraan Abdulkarim, Cover Story Editor • March 28, 2014

As the weather slowly shifts, moods change and the songs that have been played on repeat all winter long get old. In light of the upcoming spring season, The Rubicon asked students about their current...

Students dive into winter activities

Sarah Murad, Staff Writer • December 19, 2013

As the snow starts to fall, Minnesotans everywhere strap on their skates, skis, and snowshoes as they head out for the beginning of winter sports. A variety of winter activities are played at St. Paul...