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Yasemin Ragland

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer

Yasemin is a Senior and third-year staff writer for The Sidekick. She enjoys writing stories about entertainment and culture, as well as opinions and personal columns here and there. She enjoys spending most of her free time watching movies/tv, reading, and listening to music.

You can contact her at [email protected] and follow her on Twitter @YaziDazi.

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People often make wrong assumptions about autism and the individuals on the spectrum. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland explains that the common image of autism does not line up with the reality of the disability. Graphic by Noor Fatima

Understanding autism through the eyes of a high school senior

Yasemin Ragland, Staff writer
May 13, 2022
Disney’s Encanto released on Nov. 24 and grossed $40.6 million in its 5-day opening weekend. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland praises it for being the first Disney movie to handle generational trauma well and include diverse racial representation. Graphic by Avani Munji

Disney’s Encanto handles surprising topic

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
March 4, 2022
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, is commonly misunderstood. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland explains the meaning of having ADHD through her personal experience. Graphic by Ashley Qian

ADHD shouldn’t be called a disorder

Yasemin Ragland, Staff writer
January 7, 2022
A standard medical face mask is composed of three layers: a water-repellent layer, a filter layer to prevent germs from entering and a soft, absorbent layer. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland encourages people to wear a mask and describes the importance of wearing one. Graphic by Srihari Yechangunja.

Why you should wear a mask, even if you don’t have COVID-19

Yasemin Ragland, Writer
October 1, 2021
May is Asian American - Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland (far right) proudly wears a kimono to celebrate her Japanese heritage.

Asian stereotypes, discrimination need to stop

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
May 20, 2021
Kamala Harris is the United States’ 49th Vice President, as well as the first woman, African American, and South Asian American vice president. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland expresses how it feels as a Black girl, having Kamala Harris be inaugurated into the White House.

Harris making path for young Black women

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
March 11, 2021
In the Netflix series Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, Darius Bowman and five other teens go from complete strangers to a team in order to survive the 2015 Isla Nublar incident. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland thinks that it’s good to see Jurassic World from a different point of view.

“Camp Cretaceous” season one has unexpected ending

Yasemin Ragland, Writer
February 22, 2021
In Disney and Pixar’s “Soul,” a middle-school band teacher named Joe finds himself in The Great before-a fantastical place where new souls get their personalities, quirks and interests before they go to earth. Determined to return to his life, Joe teams up with a precocious soul, 22, to show her what’s great about living. Featuring Tina Fey as the voice of 22, and Jamie Foxx as the voice of Joe Gardner, “Soul” will debut exclusively on Disney+ (where Disney+ is available) on December 25, 2020. All Rights Reserved.

Soul first of its kind on the animated screen

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
February 3, 2021
Mulan (2020). a remake of the 1998 animated film, premiered on Disney+ on Sept. 4. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland enjoyed the film because of its feminist message, despite some criticism towards its historical accuracy. Graphic by Sally Parampottil

Mulan: be true to yourself

Yasemin Ragland, Staff writer
November 6, 2020
Since Chadwick Boseman died of colon cancer in August, The Sidekick's Yasemin Ragland says Disney needs to find a way to rewrite the script for Black Panther 2 (set to release in 2022) while giving King T’Challa’s character arc closure.

Black Panther: Who will take the crown?

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
October 17, 2020
Protesters gather with signs at Coppell City Hall on June 6. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland hopes for more progress for racial equality.

Black lives, anti-racism matters

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
September 9, 2020
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is ordering the reopening of selected businesses across the state. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland thinks we should move slowly, agreeing with Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins, as coronavirus cases continue to increase.

Coppell: Let’s stick together while we’re apart

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
May 14, 2020
Another film is going directly to streaming services rather than to the big screen. Enola Holmes will be release to Netlfix late than year and skip the movie theaters.

Enola Holmes film heading directly to Netflix

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
May 14, 2020
Trolls World Tour went straight to digital release due to COVID-19 earlier this month. Staff writer Yasemin Ragland gives the Trolls sequel high remarks.

Trolls World Tour: It’s OK to be different

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
April 24, 2020
Celebrations, such as birthdays, have been celebrated virtually during the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many others, staff writer Yasemin Ragland has taken advantage of Zoom meetings to share these moments with family and friends.

How COVID-19 is bringing us together

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
April 17, 2020
COVID-19 limited the time Onward was in theaters. However, viewers can now catch the latest Pixar film on Disney+.

Disney Pixar’s Onward showcases brotherly love

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
April 9, 2020
COVID-19 has forced several movie production companies to adjust their release timelines. Disney's Mulan's March 27 scheduled release in the United States has been delayed because of coronavirus.

Magic of cinema from comforts of home

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
April 2, 2020
Sonic’s redesign leads to quality film on big screen

Sonic’s redesign leads to quality film on big screen

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
March 27, 2020
The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland is a dedicated fan of the Star Wars series. She identifies her five most memorable moments from The Rise of Skywalker.

5 takeaways from The Rise of Skywalker

Yasemin Ragland, staff writer
February 28, 2020
Several highly anticipated films are released around the holidays and 2019 is no different. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland previews five movies hitting the big screen this year.

Top 5 must see movies for the holidays

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
December 13, 2019
The popular Netflix series "Stranger Things" has created many memorable moments. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland shares her top five list from her favorite show.

Top 5 “Stranger Things” moments

Yasemin Ragland, Staff Writer
November 20, 2019
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