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Religious days off for some are days on for others

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline • September 25, 2023

Sept. 25 is Yom Kippur. Take time to understand the significance of the Jewish holiday and recognize that for many, it is far from a day off.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Antisemitism is on the rise. Let’s do something about it.

RubicOnline Staff • December 1, 2022

Microaggressions, like jokes and rude comments, towards Jewish students set a culture where it's ok for antisemitism to exist.

Harmoning and Less reflect on Jewish identity

Stephanie Li, Photography Manager/Photo Story Editor • October 2, 2016

Sophomores Gabby Harmoning and Ethan Less talk about their Jewish identity and how it shapes their everyday lives.

Efforts by Israel’s Jewish majority at holy sites build a more inclusive society

Thomas Toghramadjian, Columns Editor • April 2, 2015

As clearly as it is the world’s most revered holy place, Jerusalem is one of its most fought-over.

Students get creative with Passover foods

Hannah Johnson, Editor in Chief • April 19, 2014

The Jewish holiday of Passover began April 14 and will end eight days later on April 22. There are many coveted Passover traditions, including the Seder service and refraining from eating leavened food...

Religion influences students’ lives & choices

Gita Raman, Feature Editor • March 26, 2014

To learn more about students' perspectives on religion at St. Paul Academy and Summit School, click here.

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