"A Candle in the Dark" 25th Anniversary Gala

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Each February, during Morehouse’s annual Founder’s Week celebration, the College’s alumni, friends and supporters gather for a memorable event, the “A Candle in the Dark” Gala. The Gala, which takes its name from the book that officially chronicles Morehouse’s history, serves as one of the College’s major annual fund-raising activities. Its goal is to generate revenue for the institution’s endowed scholarship fund.
 Morehouse's May 2013 commencement speaker will be President Barack Obama.

The Ray Charles Foundation announces during the A Candle in the Dark Gala a $3 million gift to Morehouse College. The Music Academic Bldg will be named in honor of Charles' mother, Aretha Robinson!

This past weekend, Morehouse College celebrated it’s 25th Anniversary of A Candle In The Dark.. The black tie gala featured nationally acclaimed African Americans who are pioneers and leaders in their respective fields. Actor Dennis Haysbert served as Master of Ceremonies for the lavish affair. Those individuals celebrated at the gala included:

The Bennie Awards:
Willis B. “Butch” Sheftall Jr.
Calvin Mackie
Milton J. Little Jr.

The Candle Awards:
Ulysses Lee “Junior” Bridgeman
Charles F. Bolden
Laurence Fishburne
 
The A Candle in the dark award dinner for MOREHOUSE COLLEGE, "Excellence in Entertainment" recipient Lawrence Fishburne accepts the award. 
 


Check out some some the photos below!!!




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Morehouse President Dr. John S. Wilson Jr. gives toast

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Actor Dennis Haysbert


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