Sarah Sassone (Editor) is a senior English Writing and American Studies double major with an interest in experimental fiction and magical realism. She is former Service Vice President of the co-ed community service fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega, President of Sigma Tau Delta (International English Honors Society), Vice President of Writer's Block, and a tutor at Rider's Writing Lab. Sarah enjoys reading and writing, doing community service, attending punk rock concerts, and watching the New York Rangers. She hopes to attend graduate school next year for an M.F.A. in Creative Writing Fiction. Her favorite authors include Aimee Bender, Joe Meno, David Sedaris, Jon Krakauer, George Saunders, and Miranda July. Sarah refers to the words of Mark Twain when she writes: "The difference between the right word and the almost right word...is the difference between lightning and the lightning bug."

Morgan Merritt (Art Director) is a senior Psychology major. Along with Venture, Morgan is involved in psychological research on campus. She was recently elected Fundraising Chair in the co-ed community service fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega. Her main medium is photography, but she appreciates all types of art. Her life plans are to be a doctor. In addition to photography and art, Morgan loves animals, especially her pet hedgehog named Olive.

Kirsti Rainville (Public Relations) is a junior at Rider University studying Public Relations with a concentration in Writing. Kirsti has held two internships, one overseas in China and one with the United States Air National Guard. While abroad, Kirsti sat in on business meetings and learned about Chinese business culture in the packaging industry. When working with the USANG, Kirsti gained experience with computer programs like MovieMaker and Photoshop, as well as experience with taking an idea and turning it into a finished product. Originally from upstate New York, Kirsti is the oldest of four kids, and is enjoying her college experience. Currently, Kirsti is looking to get an internship with a professional or college sports team in their public relations department. Her dream job would be to work for an NFL team as the Head of Communications because she loves football and feels she is a good fit for that career field.

Corinne Andersen (Copy Editor) is a junior who is majoring in Journalism with minors in Creative Writing and Law and Justice. She believes that writing is a release from the everyday struggles of the mind and that uniqueness is important. Her pet peeves include brainstorming, writer's block, knowing the ending before the beginning, and misspelled words. She enjoys giving and receiving feedback on works and prefers simplicity in the most complicated forms. As she puts it, “The more you can understand what is being said, the more you can enjoy what you read.” In addition to writing, another one of Corinne's favorite pastimes is reading. She believes that it broadens the mind and gives life to the pen (or pencil).

Melanie Chase (Copy Editor) is a fifth-year Psychology major from Mount Laurel, NJ. She enjoys reading nineteenth-century literature, like Austen and Bronte; in fact, her favorite novels are Wuthering Heights and Emma. She is also a closet writer, writing young adult fiction and freelance writing online in her spare time. In addition to Venture, Melanie is involved in multiple clubs and organizations, namely Alpha Phi Omega, the co-ed community service fraternity. She is avid for both Relay for Life and Autism Speaks. Melanie hopes to go to graduate school in the future for a Master's Degree in Developmental Psychology.

Marissa DiPilla (Copy Editor), a senior Music major, is very excited to be a Copy Editor for Venture this year! She has previously served on the General Selection Committee for Venture, and had a poem published in the Spring 2009 issue. On campus, Marissa also participates in both Alpha Psi Omega, the honorary theater fraternity, and Omicron Delta Kappa, a national leadership organization, and serves as Musical Director for Rider's a cappella group, The Rider Vibes.

Emily Eiermann (Copy Editor) is a junior Journalism major with a News-Editorial track. She is managing editor of The Rider News, and is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta and an associate member of Lambda Pi Eta (the Communications Honors Society). She hopes to graduate with honors and go on to edit at a publishing house, hopefully for novels or a newspaper. In her free time, she likes to write short stories and poetry, travel as much as possible, play (or attempt to play) any instrument she can get her hands on, and sleep. She believes that you should always be yourself and not stress over the little things in life. Two of Emily's biggest inspirations are Maya Angelou and e.e. cummings.

Emily Lucarelli (Copy Editor) is a sophomore English Writing major with a minor in Journalism (Editorial). She is also a member of Writer's Block and holds a job as a bookseller. She hopes to graduate with honors, attend graduate school, and go on to edit at a publishing house. However, for the time being, when she isn't writing, studying, or working, she likes to read trashy novels, talk politics with her pets, and catch up on episodes of Doctor Who.

Marci Rubin (Copy Editor) is a freshman Elementary Education and English Writing double major with a minor in Early Childhood Education. She has a passion for writing fiction and hopes to be a novelist one day. She enjoys reading and editing. Her favorite authors are Nicholas Sparks and Sara Shepard. Marci also enjoys playing softball and watching baseball. This is her first year working on Venture, and she is very excited to see what the next three years will bring. She believes that it is important to relish life. Her personal philosophy is that everyone should live without fear and dare to achieve greatness, but also accept failure, for it only makes you greater.

Sonya Maizell (Web Designer) is a senior English Writing major with a minor in History. Along with maintaining Venture's website, she serves as the Treasurer and Web Designer for the writing club on campus, Writer's Block. Though she aspires to someday have a career in publishing, she has a multitude of creative interests that include sewing, silversmithing, painting, and stained glasswork.