Scarlett Murphy is a new member of the Whittier Miscellany who is currently beginning her first year as a writer. Scarlett enjoys writing about current events in the Whittier and also loves creative writing using her own characters. Scarlett believes that writing is powerful and that words can be used to motivate, inspire, and educate others which prompted her to join Whittier. Scarlett likes to write as a way to advocate for herself, voice her opinions, and express her emotions. Outside of writing, Scarlett loves to read and Irish dance.