The Soultown! Volume III: Issue 8 AUGUST 2019 | Page 2

EDITOR’S NOTE
IN THE SOULTOWN
Hello, Beautiful Readers of The Soultown!
August is here, summer is closely coming to an end, and schools will open their doors for the many excited staff and
students. Chef D tantalizes our taste buds with his Herb-roasted chicken recipe, while The Soultown’s very own Queen
Gabby gives sound advice on supporting your man and making over your home gyrl. The Faith Enthusiast encourages
us with believing growth comes from overcoming obstacles.
Get into mentor mode and explore why more African American male mentors are necessary as Quinton Richardson,
our Male Advice Columnist explores ... and Tara Thomas Gettman shares the benefits of why White girls need Black
female friends. The East End Weekend is on full display as the city of Waterloo prepares to ‘show out!’
As always, our Innovative Extraordinaire, Chillin shares her experience learning about becoming an iOS developer;
oh yeah, there’s an App for that!
I am Priscilla Culp, Guest Editor-in-Chief for The Soultown International, and I thank you for having SOUL! ,
PRISCILLA CULP
Priscilla Culp is a vehement social justice educator, who was born and raised in Waterloo, IA. She is the proud
mother of two sons and a beautiful, inquisitive granddaughter. She is currently an elementary school assistant
principal, loving every second of her calling, who is a candidate for her Doctorate in Education.
Aug. 2019 • The Soultown International Magazine • Celebrating 2 years • Connecting Our Cultures to Our Cyber & Conscious Communities • thesoultown.com
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