About The Scarlet Review

The Scarlet Review is Rutgers-Camden’s annual showcase of undergraduate writing. Published each spring as a project of the course “Designing Publications for the Web”, The Scarlet Review is written, edited and designed entirely by Rutgers-Camden students with the help of faculty advisor Travis DuBose.

2017 Staff

Khadedra Leach
Editor-in-Chief
Psychology Major/Writing Minor
Class of 2017

I have always loved to write fiction and poetry. It’s always been like a safe haven for me. Growing up in Brooklyn then moving to Jersey has given me more opportunities. Some of my other passions are dancing and working with children. I plan on getting my Doctorate and having my own clinical practice in my later future.

“All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them” -Walt Disney

Stephanie DiVito
Managing Editor/Copy Team
English Major with Teacher Certification
Class of 2017

I graduate next fall 2017 and will be teacher certified in fall 2018. I hope to have my own 4th or 5th grade classroom, but I’ll settle for middle school. I had a great experience managing the Scarlet Review, and learning to copy edit as well. Overall, working for the Scarlet Review has taught me a lot, and I’ve learned to manage a classroom like I managed The Scarlet Review.

“Don’t you lock up something that you wanted to see fly” -Soundgarden

Jennifer Koffie
Editor
Marketing major/English minor
Class of 2017

As I wrap up my senior year, I’ve reflected on the many eye-opening experiences I have been fortunate to take part in including my role in the Scarlet Review publication process. I’ve grown into a student leader throughout my years at Rutgers, and am looking forward to the limitless possibilities as I begin a new chapter of my life in the field of marketing.

“Every day is a fashion show, and the world is your runway” -Coco Chanel

Nachisha Nicole Lightsey
Editor
English Major/Journalism Minor
Class of 2018

From the hallowed halls of Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. to the literary stage of NYC’s legendary Nuyorican Poets Café “Nikki” has always made her mark. Currently in development for GrownWomanIsh ( gwinyc.com ), The Voice, Eyes, and Ears of the Informed Fashionista. Upon graduation in spring 2018, she plans to continue her career as political activist, writer, and journalist for the informed citizens.

“Make yourself do unpleasant things so as to gain the upper hand of your soul.” -W. E. B. Du Bois

Andrew Moffett
Editor
Philosophy and Digital Studies Major
Class of 2017

Currently, I am developing a digital literacy outreach program for Rutgers-Camden’s Writing and Design Lab which will give students the opportunity to teach homeless people in Camden how to use computers and the internet. After graduating I hope to stay at Rutgers-Camden to bolster campus wide awareness and interest in civic engagement.

“There’s an old saying about those who forget history. I don’t remember it, but it’s good.” -Stephen Colbert

Charles Chrisman
Co-Copy Chief
English Major/Writing Minor
Class of 2017

I am graduating, so my copy editing contributions for The Scarlet Review is my last hurrah. I am a freelance writer that wants to take my passion and make it into a career. Words I live by:

“I love deadlines. I like the whooshing sound they make as they fly by.” -Douglas Adams

Joe Dupon
Co-Copy Chief
English Major/Digital Studies Minor
Class of 2017

I am an outgoing senior and an English major with a Digital Studies minor. I am very happy to have been a part of the copy editing team and hope to move on to a career in writing for various forms of media.

“A word to the wise is infuriating.” -Hunter S. Thompson

Cori Robinson
Art Director
Graphic Design/Marketing Minor
Class of 2019

This year I had the honor of leading the Art Team with its creative processes for The Scarlet Review. The challenges of this leadership has developed my skills as a designer and leader.

“Life is like art. You have to work hard to keep it simple and still have meaning.” -Charles de Lint

Clara Cribb
Art Team
Fine Art Major/English Minor
Class of 2018

Photography and painting are the central focus of my interests in art. I like to experiment and extend the boundaries of what photography and painting is perceived to be in the world. I am hoping to take this experience and become an important part of the Creative and Design team of a magazine publication in New York or California.

“What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?” -Vincent van Gogh

Haleigh Durkin
Art Team
Communications Major
Class of 2020

I am currently a freshman Communications Major. I really enjoyed working with the Art Team throughout this creative process and am grateful for the skills I’ve developed through designing The Scarlet Review!

“I have no idea what I’m doing, but I know I’m doing it really, really well.” -Andy Dwyer

Remi Leibovic
Art Team
Graphic Design and Digital Studies Major
Class of 2018

I enjoy the process of producing and publishing artwork. I hope after Rutgers-Camden that I can join a team of web development and designers in a media house setting.

“The secret to doing anything is believing that you can do it. Anything that you believe you can do strong enough, you can do. Anything. As long as you believe.” -Bob Ross