Morehouse College proudly recognizes Dr. Robert L. Satcher, orthopedic surgeon, chemical engineer, and the first Black male physician in space, as a 2026 Candle Award honoree at the 38th Annual “A Candle in the Dark” Gala & Inaugural Ball.⁠ ⁠ Dr. Satcher’s groundbreaking career spans medicine, engineering, and space exploration, embodying innovation, excellence, and the limitless possibilities of scientific leadership.⁠ ⁠ “A Candle in the Dark Gala” will also celebrate additional luminaries whose leadership and service embody the Morehouse legacy including 2026 Bennie Award honorees James L. Hudson ’61, Willie Woods ’85, and Dr. Willie Underwood III ’88, as well as 2026 Candle Award honoree Eric G. Johnson and Malcolm D. Lee.⁠ ⁠ #Morehouse #MorehouseCollege #CandleInTheDark #RobertSatcher #MorehouseFoundersWeek⁠