The University of Delaware's Department of Africana Studies and the Office of Institutional Equity will host a symposium celebrating the legacy of the late James Newton, an early leader of UD’s Black American Studies program and professor emeritus of Africana Studies. “Honoring James E. Newton: A Symposium on Arts and Activism” will be held Saturday, Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Audion on UD's Science, Technology and Advanced Research (STAR) Campus.

An award-winning artist, Newton was a prolific author, recipient of several teaching and mentoring awards, and a social justice activist. The symposium will feature panels on the far-reaching impact of his art and activism in Delaware and beyond.

The event will include a video tribute to Newton. To submit a video (maximum two minutes) or to schedule a time on Jan. 11 or Jan. 13 to be recorded on campus, please contact afra-info@udel.edu. The deadline for videos is Monday, Jan. 16.