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Gallery: SU’s 34th Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Noah highlighted the similarities between Nelson Mandela and King at the celebration, saying that both fought for equality for all, not just those of their identity. Corey Henry | The Daily Orange

Trevor Noah speaks with NewsChannel9 broadcast journalist Jennifer Sanders at SU's 34th annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. Alexandra Moreo | The Daily Orange

Noah, comedian and author of the autobiography “Born a Crime,” embraces Marissa Sanders, a recipient of the Unsung Hero Award. Corey Henry | The Daily Orange

Five community members were awarded the 2019 Unsung Hero Awards, which acknowledge those who further King's ideal of a "beloved community." Alexandra Moreo | The Daily Orange

Jackie Robinson, a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications’ Class of 1978, introduced performances throughout the evening. Alexandra Moreo | The Daily Orange

A member of the singing group A New Generation Eternally Lifting Souls (A.N.G.E.L.S.), whose performance was dedicated to victims of police brutality. Alexandra Moreo | The Daily Orange

The Black Celestial Choral Ensemble of Syracuse University and Syracuse University's 2019 Community Choir performed "The Black National Anthem," otherwise known as "Lift Every Voice and Sing." Corey Henry | The Daily Orange

The young members of YAT Hip Hop, Dance and Culture with the Southwest Community Center (Higher Standards Camp) raise their fists. Corey Henry | The Daily Orange

SU’s Black Reign Step team, in their 14th year at SU, ended their performance with backs turned and fists raised. Alexandra Moreo | The Daily Orange

The co-chairs of the celebration were Deresha Hayles, a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences, and Brian Konkol, the dean of Hendricks Chapel. Alexandra Moreo | The Daily Orange

A member of Black Reign steps in front of an image of King. Corey Henry | The Daily Orange

Four dancers with the Syracuse-based Adanfo Ensemble perform alongside the group's drummers. Alexandra Moreo | The Daily Orange

A drummer from the Adanfo Ensemble, an African dance and drumming group that aims to honor diversity and bring together cultures through music. Corey Henry | The Daily Orange