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ISSUE 9
SPRING 2015
SCARLET MAGAZINE
We Remember
Read about how Dr. Clement Price left his mark
on his students the city of Newark.
Empty Pockets
Sen. Cory Booker visits the RU-N campus and talks about student debt.
Hot Kicks
Check out the student who has the best shoes on campus.
Table of
Contents
6-15
Empty Pockets
16-19
All Hail the Queen
20-21
Uptown Grill
22-23
We Remember
24-29
Newarkian Tales
30-35
Hot Kicks
36-37
Comic Book Man
38-39
Pay it Forward
40-43
Art Revival
44-47
Humans of New York inspired photos
with the residents of Newark.
A look at the
Politicizing Beyonc class.
Student opinions on
the new campus eating spot.
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Letter from
the Editor
All Roads Lead to Newark
- Clement Price
All roads lead to Newark but for many, Newark becomes the city that
manifests their greatness. Newark has inspired the likes of writers like
Allen Ginsberg, Philip Roth, and poet laureate Amiri Baraka. As a jazz
city, Newark has brought forth musicians like singer Sarah Vaughn,
saxophonists Wayne Shorter and James Moody upon others. Thats also
not mentioning Whitney Houston, I Will Survive singer Gloria Gaynor,
and Grammy-Rock-and-Roll-Hall-of-Famer Paul Simon. Then theres
government Sen. Cory Booker, Gov. Chris Christie, and former New
York Mayor Ed Koch. Not to mention Basketball star Shaquille ONeil
and John Cotton Dana, who reinvented what we know as the public
library. Finally, theres Sam J. Porcello, Mr. Oreo, who invented the
filling in milks most beloved cookie, and much, much more.
Although the student body appears to be divided by majors, schools,
or social cliques, one this is for certain our paths have diverged at
this university. Our roads have lead us to this city.
Its time to celebrate the city wherever we go. While in our future
endeavors we aspire to become citizens of the world, we should also
aspire to become a part of Newarks ever growing collection of legends.
Whether you draw your own comics or draw on your own sneakers, if
you have a love for business, politics, writing whatever the case may
be no matter what you do, be great.
Kristine Villanueva
Editor-in-Chief
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Editor-in-Chief
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Executive Editor
Ashley Okwuosa
Writers
Sarah Hastings
Chaden Noureddine
Evan Le Blanc
Maxine Macias
Ashley Okwuosa
Helena Ruiz
Kristine Villanueva
Carlos Zambrano
Editors
Maxine Macias
Allyza Umali
Evan Le Blanc
Faculty Advisors
Chantal Fischzang
Robin Gaby Fisher
Creative Art
Director
Karen May Cunanan
Assosiate Art
Director
Christian Guerrero
Designers
Sarah Barcelos
Karen May Cunanan
Christian Guerrero
Daniel Jamroz
Tinhinane Khelifi
Ryan Saavedra
Faten Sumrien
Cover Art
Lauren Meneses
Photographers
Sarah Hastings
Chaden Noureddine
Ashley Okwuosa
Kristine Villanueva
RaeAnn Walters
Theo Anderson
Nick Romanenko
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HUMANS
OF
NEWARK
Words and Photos By: Sarah Hastings
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RUBY
BARRY, 24
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#Load look
me up. Thats
my clothing line.
Im going to
Vegas but Im
coming back for
Fashion Week.
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Im about
to get $100
dollars from
the bus driver.
I beat him
in Tunk. Its a
game like pitty
pat. Im waiting
on him now.
RUBY
BARRY, 24
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I dont
know what
to say.
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I woke
up this
morning.
Im so
blessed!
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RUBY
BARRY, 24
Its Represent
Guyana Night at
African Stand.
Im from Guyana.
Im getting ready
for tonight.
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RUBY
BARRY, 24
I work down
the hill. Im
on my way to
work now.
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SCHOOLED BY
STUDENT DEBT
By: Kristine Villanueva
Growing student debt has been the consequence for attaining higher education for most American families,
especially young people.
In early February, University Square was packed during Senator Cory Bookers visit with the schools
debate team to address the issue of student debt. As the price of tuition increases, students are reminded
that debt has always been a problem.
We are making as a government off the backs of our students, the very people who are struggling just to
stay in school, said Booker.
For many students, the looming predicament of paying back student loans comes too soon after a
celebratory period of graduation and completing finals. According to Booker, the thought of paying back
loans is beginning to drive more people into two-year schools or trade schools rather than college. Booker
also said that the government makes between $10 to $18 billion off of interest and the way the government
runs its student loan program. The result leaves students with empty back accounts.
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POLITICIZING
BEYONC
By: Maxine Macias
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Photo credit: http://www.gardencatering.net/deli-menu
UPTOWN
GRILL
REVIEW
By: Maxine Macias
As we said goodbye to Dannys last year, another restaurant
has taken its place. Uptown Grill was opened up by fellow
Rutgers alumni, Alex Wang. When I had first spoken with
Wang he told me about his plans of having his restaurant
uphold quality food but at still affordable prices.
Upon visiting the establishment, it seemed that Wang has
stuck with his word. What replaced the blue walls of Dannys
now had exposed brick, wooden floors, and wooden furniture,
which was reminiscent of a comfortable log cabin. Old
fashioned fans hung off the ceiling; the pole that used to be in
the middle of the floor of Dannys was removed and giving
way to more space to walk through. TVs hung in the waiting
area as well as the eating area giving customers something
to look at while they munched on their food. It was comfy, it
was modern, and it was aesthetically pleasing. The workers all
wore matching Uptown Grill shirts, and it was clear they were
trying to build their brand on campus.
The menu was no longer a chalkboard with the items written
on but a fixed menu that greeted you as soon as you walked in.
The dining area was full and there were some people waiting
by the register to take their food to go. Many seats were
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The moment Clement Price took you on one of his tours of Newark; you
suddenly went back in time -- to watch a strong and mighty engine power
New Jersey into prosperity. Clem, a virtuoso in the art of storytelling made
written text visible and capable of touching. He made the otherwise clouded
past obvious and the eerie future clear. Only a great Historian like Clem
could have painted the picture of an illustrious city that was moving forward
despite decades of deterioration and a loss of luster. On Nov. 5, 2014, in New
Brunswick, Dr. Clement Price, the official Historian of Newark died too young,
at the age of 69.
This great storyteller was generous in giving us his knowledge and perspective.
He had a genuine interest in what others had to say and the capacity to
understand others visions and take interest in them. His love for History and
the urban experience lead his clear vision of the future. He loved Newark, and
made his presence felt everywhere like a great neighbor, and an ideal citizen.
[Clem] understood the power of civic duty, History as a living framework
of the future, and how to create a vibrant Democracy going forward, said
Chancellor Nancy Cantor, a friend of Clem for close to a decade.
Clems love of neighborhood made him an integral part of the community,
and left a longstanding mark on the strategic planning of everything.
Everyone feels like they knew him, he was of the World and with it, said Cantor.
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Cantor remembers Clems captivating Newark tours. There was nobody with such a
long and deep understanding of the assets of Newark, said Cantor.
Clems devotion to the city lead him to be named Official Newark City Historian,
and Chairman of the committee organizing the celebration of citys 350thanniversary scheduled for 2016.
Neighbor is not a geographic term. It is a moral concept, said Frances Bartkowski a 25year colleague of Clem.
This quote from Rabbi Joakin Prinzs speech at the March on Washington is one that
speaks about Clem. His deep love for the city, for Rutgers-Newark and its people lead
him to work on numerous projects that promoted its ethnic diversity but also its capacity
to be a beacon of hope for the city, and a place where future leaders were instructed.
Clem would always say, All roads lead to Newark.
Newark was his city, it was his home, and he honored it. He was a son of Newark even
though he was born in Washington D.C. Clem arrived to Newark in his twenties, shortly
after the 67 Riots. He saw the city at its lowest point, and wanted it to never lose its
greatness. His devotion to Newark came from his love of community lead him to be founder
of the Institute on Ethnicity, Culture, and the Modern Experience located on 49 Bleeker St.
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Thats the one thing I will miss the most, his hand
on my shoulder, and I still feel it today even though
hes gone, said Bartkowski.
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NEWARKIAN
TALES
Words and Photos By: Chaden Noureddine
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RINA PATEL, 18
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FROM TURKEY,
WITH LOVE
DERYA
MUCAHIT, 18
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POLYGLOT
DEVON MASON, 19
Devon is fluent in three languages. She speaks, writes and reads English,
German, and French. Shes currently practicing Mandarin, Arabic, and Spanish
but she aspires to learn even more. Devons cultural background also includes
frequent traveling, as she moved to Newark from Pittsburg last Fall. Shes been
to Jamaica,Canada, and various European nations such as France and Germany.
Devon expresses her originality and aesthetic inclination through her unique
attire. Her red lipstick, platinum blond hair, and fashionable clothes truly reflect
her individuality. Devon is actually a biomedical engineering major, with a
passion for linguistics.
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AN ECSTATIC SOUL
MADANI EL SHEIKH, 18
If youve ever walked through the Paul Robeson Campus Center, Madani R. Sheikhs presence
must have caught your attention. Whether its his intelligent aura, his radiant voice, or his optimistic
laugh, Madanis demeanor expresses intelligence and certainty. Madani is married and is currently
living with his wife. His passion and love of life reflects how young marriage can be successful.
Madani is also has a true love for writing.
Language is really my passion, but English is my best language. Language is in everything. Not
just speech, but music, our gesticulations, our thoughts, our silence, our world! For me, the world is
comprised of an infinite multitude of stories. Language is communication/interaction, from person
to person, person to thing, thing to thing, Creator to creation, and creation to Creator. When I
think about language, I feel as if everything we say is God manifesting [Him]self in our world.
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HUMANITARIAN
MEDICINE
RUBY
BARRY, 24
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THE
SOLEFUL
CREATOR
By: Ashley Okwuosa
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ELEMENTS
OF M.E.
By: Ashley Okwuosa
Justen Dillard is pretty hard to miss. Chances are youve run
into the towering student in his red polo shirt manning an
event at the Paul Robeson Campus Center. Perhaps you saw
him heading over to class at the Rutgers Business School or
partying with his Tau Delta Phi fraternity brothers
on a Thursday night.
But it wasnt in either one of these scenarios that I found the
24 year old accounting major in when I sat down with him. It
was a Wednesday night and Dillard had just returned from a 3
hour night class, his 62 frame slouched on a chair in his dimly
lit dorm room.
The systematic beating of an EDM song reverberated through
the small room, as if to cement the atmosphere, the letters of
Dillards fraternity sat emblazoned on his blue sweatshirt. Dillard
was a lot like the kids on campus, at the same time, he was
anything but. His room boasted a set of recording equipment
that allowed him to amplify his music and when he wasnt at
work, class, or the gym, chances are that Dillard was in his room
listening to Kendrick Lamar or Maryland born rapper, Logic.
His taste in music spanning from the voices of Jimi Hendrix
to Megadeath, which served as the soundtrack of his youth
up into his adolescence. As I looked around the typically sized
dorm room, there was nothing that served as a tell tale sign
of Dillards creative endeavors other than a black notebook
where he stored name titles and character sequencing for his
upcoming comic book project.
To the masses, comic books are readily associated with
superhero adventures or anime characters and as a child that
was what Dillard remembered comic books to be, but as of a
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THEM
CLOUD KIDS
By: Helena Ruiz
According to Media Club South Africa, the term was first used
in print in 1846 but did not become well known until South
All of our lives weve been told that the sky is the limit but
the sky is not the limit, its only the view, says club member,
Shane Fuller.
The philosophy is both broad and old. At its core, Ubuntu promotes
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It always seems
impossible until
its done
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We are inspiring our peers to become better role models for our
youth and we believe everyone should go above and beyond the
clouds and reach for the stars. We want to encourage our peers as
well as the youth to help one another reach towards the stars, which is
a representation of their individual goals, Palmer says. We want to
emphasize the importance of creating a positive connection between
universities and their surrounding communities and we are going to
our Student Organization as a model.
TCK has a prevalent social media presence, existing on platforms
such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr as a means for
promoting their events. They can be searched by the username Them
Cloud Kids or with the hashtag #TCKUBUNTU.
Some of the events include Cloud Cyphe, in collaboration with an
empowerment group called UCYPHE, where artists come together
and perform for charity. They will soon have their own website to
provide more information on these types of events.
The Cloud Kids is in the process to becoming an official Rutgers
student organization and are finalizing a membership packet for
anyone that would like to join. The packet will include background
information about the organization and its origin, a self-exploration
of Ubuntu and information on how being a Cloud Kid fits into the
individuals life.
As for the future, Them Cloud Kids see themselves growing into an
international organization that will continue to promote positivity in
not only the youth but all generations of life.
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THE NEWARK
PRINT SHOP
By: Evan Le Blanc
NPS is dedicated
to nurturing artistic
expression, all the while
providing opportunities
and access for its
members to professional
equipment and facilities.
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