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Invest in the Future of Africana Studies
The Department of Africana Studies at the University of Delaware is at the forefront of groundbreaking research and education exploring the histories, cultures, and experiences of African and African-descended peoples. By making a donation today, you can play a vital role in sustaining and expanding this vital field of study. Your generous support will help fund innovative academic programs, attract top faculty and student scholars, and ensure the continued growth and impact of Africana Studies at UD. Join us in celebrating the richness of the African diaspora and amplifying the voices that have shaped our diverse global community. Invest in the future of this essential discipline by contributing to the Department of Africana Studies.
James E. Newton Scholarship Fund
Join Africana students in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. James E. Newton, emeritus professor and co-founder of the Black American Studies program (now Africana Studies). The James E. Newton Scholarhip Fund will provide tuition support for outstanding students majoring in Africana Studies. Your gift will ensure that promising scholars can succeed in their studies and transform their communities.
James E. Newton Community Engaged Learning Fund
The James E. Newton Community Engaged Learning Fund will provide support for community engagement activities as well as internship and scholarship support and serve the needs of students and faculty members of the University of Delaware, Department of Africana Studies. The fund honors the life and legacy of Dr. James E. Newton, emeritus professor of Africana Studies, and his commitment to education and community uplift.
