GET THE URBAN EXPERIENCE I t’s February! Black History Month, Valentines Day has come and gone, and the Urban Experience Magazine turns 7! Now, if you know me there is significance in numbers. The number 7 means a sense of fullness, completeness, perfection. The Bible says that it took God 7 days to create heaven and earth and He was pleased. On day 7 He rested. The number 7 in love talks about stepping outside your solitary journey to walk together with someone else. In numerology the number 7 represents a quest for knowledge and has a representation in major religions. I believe in year 7 the Urban Experience Magazine grows in ways we can’t imagine or think. You will see changes in our websites, social media, we will gain new writers, and you will see some of our stories come to life on the Urban Impact Show. The magazine will continue to be a space where our voices are heard and elevated. The magazine will be a bridge to bring information to communities and create dialogue to be a caveat for change. As editor-in-chief of this magazine and the owner of Iowa Urban Media we will continue to elevate your stories and create spaces at tables that aren’t always open to us. I felt it necessary to have an outlet to share information and provide an opportunity for people to tell and share stories. Media has taken a life of its own and having ownership is important to me so that no one tells me what I do or how I share the story. I’m committed to making sure our voices are heard. In this edition you will see a few articles from past years. The first article is on Dr. Cater G. Woodson and the second is from a book I recommend everyone purchase Outside In: AfricanAmerican History in Iowa. This book can be purchased on Amazon. Outsidein:African-AmericanHistoryinIowa, 1838-2000:BillSilag,SusanKoch-Bridgford,HalChase: 9780890330135:Amazon.com:Books The ask I have from you is to continue to share this publication with others each month. Let people know the Urban Experience Magazine exist and we are here to serve you. I thank you all for your support. We look forward to many years to come. Dwana Bradley Editor in Chief
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