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Rutuja Joshi

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer

Rutuja Joshi is a staff writer for The Sidekick. She especially enjoys writing articles in Opinions and Entertainment. A senior at Coppell High School, Rutuja plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin in the McCombs School of Business. You can contact her at [email protected] and follow her on Twitter at @Rutuja_Joshi.

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The Coppell High School Wind Symphony performs at The Fine Arts Center at Texas Southmost College May 19. The CHS Band traveled to South Padre Island to compete in a concert performance.

Band makes waves, memories on final competition in South Texas (with video)

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
May 23, 2017
After traveling out of the country, CHS students reflect on the positives of new, global experiences. With the opportunity to leave the Coppell bubble comes eye-opening sights.

Good to go: Why traveling broadens the mind and changes perspective

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
May 17, 2017
Coppell High School senior Rakhi Hirpara chooses a merchandising product development major at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles. At this school, she make her dream to become a couture designer a reality.

The right fit: Hirpara chooses to study fashion in LA

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
May 5, 2017
After practicing Bharatanatyam for 10 years, a new beginning is ahead as senior Rutuja Joshi enters college. With this new beginning comes a bittersweet goodbye.

A decade of dance; a reflection on being a young Bharatanatyam dancer

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
April 21, 2017
Dorm room sizes are usually tight. Various tips and tricks can be utilized to make the space comfortable, organized and personalized. Graphic by Austin Banzon.

College Series: Dorm room hacks to make freshman move in day easier

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
April 13, 2017
Ramen Hakata’s original Hakata Ramen ($8.50) has a tonkotsu, cream-based broth. With many toppings such as pork and a soft boiled egg, there is a lot of dimension to the dish. It does have thinner noodles, which is disappointing to some ramen eaters.

The ramen review: With the trend towards these noodles increasing, new restaurants are popping up in the DFW area (with video)

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
March 30, 2017
Coppell High School senior Nathan Gantchev switches his college major from nursing to film. Deciding that his passion is worth the risk, Gantchev dedicates himself to who he is as an entertainer.

A major switch: Gantchev redirects his path from nursing to film

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
March 22, 2017
Coppell High School junior Alisha Kimatu celebrates being a women on International Women’s Day. Taking pride in her gender’s success, Kimatu answers a few questions about what this day means to her.

Q&A: Kimatu discusses the importance of International Women’s Day and the role women play in her life

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
March 9, 2017
Straight from the seniors: CHS seniors offer academic, college-related advice

Straight from the seniors: CHS seniors offer academic, college-related advice

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
March 3, 2017
This Valentine’s Day does not have to be just dinner and a movie. Try some unique activities and restaurants to create an unforgettable experience.

Valentine’s Day Date Ideas: Ranging in price and adventure levels, have a new experience this Tuesday

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
February 13, 2017
Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) and Mia (Emma Stone) in LA LA LAND. Photo credit: Dale Robinette

The resurgence of musicals in popular culture brings unique, exciting movies

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
February 7, 2017
Cutline: Coppell High School senior Rutuja Joshi reflects on her last semester of high school. Posing under the class of 2017 sign, Joshi wears “senior overalls” to participate in the CHS senior year tradition.

New Priorities: As Coppell High School seniors enter their last semester in high school, focus shifts to family and friends

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
February 3, 2017
Barack Obama left the White House two weeks ago. With a campaign titled Yes, We Can!, many now claim that Yes, We Did!.

Looking Forward: Former president Barack Obama leaves behind legacy in White House

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
January 31, 2017
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[Photo] Juicy J to Sticky Fingers: concerts coming to DFW in 2017

Tara Ansari, Staff Writer
January 27, 2017
Fortune House is a traditional Shanghainese restaurant located in Valley Ranch at 8150 N MacArthur Blvd #190 in Irving. Founded by Lucy Yong, who grew up in Shanghai, the restaurant aims to serve traditional meals.

Fortune House provides Shanghainese comfort food to local diners (with video)

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
January 12, 2017
Madrigals performs a song during the Madrigal Feast.

A fool for the feast

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
December 14, 2016
ALEXIS BLEDEL and LAUREN GRAHAM as Rory Gilmore and Lorelai Gilmore in A Year in the Life, a Netflix Pictures Release. Created by Andrea Miner.

“Gilmore Girls” revival brings fans back to Stars Hollow

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
December 9, 2016
Annual Madrigal Feast to feature all choirs in A Fool for Your Love

Annual Madrigal Feast to feature all choirs in “A Fool for Your Love”

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
December 1, 2016
Living life outside of the lens

Living life outside of the lens

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
November 11, 2016
The presidential candidate for all

The presidential candidate for all

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
October 26, 2016
State universities not places to “end up”

State universities not places to “end up”

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
October 14, 2016
Coppell Independent School District Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Deanna Dynis introduces the film “Most Likely to Succeed” in the Coppell High School auditorium on Tuesday after her talk on the four tenants of a graduate from CHS. “Most Likely to Succeed” is an award-winning documentary about the lives of students and teachers in one unique teaching situation.

“If there is a word I can leave you with tonight, it’s transformation.”

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
September 21, 2016
Coping through comedy

Coping through comedy

Rutuja Joshi, Staff Writer
September 20, 2016
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