Meet the Columnists
Sahana Iyer
Hi friends! My name is Sahana and I’m a senior double-majoring in Cognitive Science and Economics. I’m the Editor-in-Chief/President of the Rutgers Review this year! I joined the Rutgers Review in my freshman year because I wanted to improve my writing skills and be part of a creative space. I have exceptionally enjoyed my time at the RR surrounded by amazing, dedicated, smart, talented, and lovely people; I have learned so much about writing, editing, and graphic design from them. A fun fact about me is that I love running half-marathons and I’m training for my third one this upcoming November.
Saadhika Mamidi
Hi! I’m Saadhika Mamidi, and I’m a pre-law student studying Political Science and Journalism. I love that I can write about anything at the Rutgers Review. A fun fact about me is that I lived in Dubai for 3 years!
Amber Safeer
Hey everyone! My name is Amber Safeer, and I am a junior majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Art. I am the Creative Director of the Rutgers Review, meaning I am in charge of the beautiful graphics and designs you see in our magazines! While I am pursuing a technical degree, I have a passion for the arts and plan to incorporate it into my future career in UI/UX design or video game development. My favorite thing about being in the Rutgers Review is having a creative outlet to fully express myself among fellow artists, in both writing and design. Fun fact: I am now a Glamourista rank in Dress to Impress (someone please take that game away from me).
Magathi Balamurali
Hi, my name is Magathi Balamurali and I'm sophomore majoring in Finance and BAIT. What I love about RR is the freedom to be creative and make things outside the box, and a fun fact about me is that I love cooking!
Sophie D'Errico
Hi! My name is Sophie D'Errico and I am a double major in Communication (Public Relations) and Journalism and Media Studies. What I love about RR is how welcoming the community is as well as how much creative freedom members are given to express themselves. A fun fact about myself is that I fenced for four years.
Akansha Singh
Hi! My name is Akansha and I’m a senior and the column editor for RR this year! I’m majoring in Journalism and Media Studies and Economics, with a minor in Comparative Literature! I love the people at RR as well as how creative and chill the club is! A fun fact about me is that I can talk about food for hours and I’m a somewhat adventurous eater!!
Brian Kataro
Hi everyone, my name is Brian Kataro and I'm a Section Editor for the Culture section of the Rutgers Review. I enjoy getting to meet and interact with new members in the club, as well as reading their articles and ideas! I am a Junior majoring in Biotechnology and Computer Science, with an interest in genomics and bioinformatics. Fun Fact: I am hand confused! (Imagine ambidextrous but split among the sides.)
Kayla Gonzales
Hi! My name is Kayla Gonzales and I’m a section editor! I am an Information Technology and Communication PR double major with a minor in Digital Communication, Information, and Media. I love that the RR lets you take full creativity with the pieces you publish! A fun fact about me is that I enjoy collecting stickers.
Kelly Tang
Hi, my name is Kelly! I am a junior majoring in supply chain management and finance. Something I love about the Rutgers Review is the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the club, as well as the encouragement from other members to be creative. A fun fact about me is that I have ornithophobia.
Nikhita Kumar
My name is Nikhita Kumar. I'm planning on majoring in English and Economics. What I love about RR is the diversity of topics RR writers explore in their articles, from casual campus talk to zany analyses. A fun fact is that I love birds!