![ECLIPSE. A solar eclipse is a rare event in which the moon is between Earth and the Sun, blocking the view of the sun. In other parts of the United States, the view of the Sun will be totally blocked, constituting whats called a total eclipse. A total eclipse is a completely different event that is another level of coolness. So if they [the students] have that chance, they should absolutely take the chance to see a total eclipse if they ever can. The next one in Minnesota will be the year 2099, Astronomy and Planetary Science teacher Joseph Martin said.](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Drawing-8.sketchpad.png)
![DIAGNOSIS. Emily Weinstock-Collins smiles right before undergoing surgery to diagnose endometriosis. “It was very surprising because I always thought, if I got sick, I would always get better…By the time I got my diagnosis, it was not very surprising because I knew something was wrong. Ive just been waiting a really long time for [answers],” Weinstock-Collins said. Submitted by Emily Weinstock-Collins](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WC-672x1200.png)
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Top five feature stories of 2021
The Feature section covers a variety of people, places, experiences, and topics that matter to members of our community. From revealing unique student hobbies to highlighting small businesses, feature writers believe that everyone has a story and despite many challenges, they dove into a variety of engaging topics this year. Here are the top five stories from 2021:
Hurting journalists while they report is unacceptable. King explains why. by Elizabeth Trevathan
Hurting journalists while they report is unacceptable. King explains why.
The Intersection of Faith and LGBTQ Identities by Mimi Huelster
Advocating for the incarcerated: Moriearty’s career path though her passion for social justice by Hazel Waltenbaugh
Wolpert founds organization Musicians for Equality by Henry Burkhardt
Incoming US Principal Theresa Collins talks goals and inspirations by Elle Chen
Incoming US Principal Theresa Collins talks goals and inspirations
![DIAGNOSIS. Emily Weinstock-Collins smiles right before undergoing surgery to diagnose endometriosis. “It was very surprising because I always thought, if I got sick, I would always get better…By the time I got my diagnosis, it was not very surprising because I knew something was wrong. Ive just been waiting a really long time for [answers],” Weinstock-Collins said. Submitted by Emily Weinstock-Collins](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WC-336x600.png)
![UM-TEE-UMP. Students engage in a game of Blooket at the University of Minnesota UMTYMP program. Weekly classes consist of an hour of lectures and an hour of small-group work. My favorite part is the workshop because it’s [with] the same group every time, so you really get to know the kids in your group, freshman Zack Berchenko said.](https://www.rubiconline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_9555-e1710250818524-600x400.jpg)
