"People feel connected to [Damon}," said Monique S. Cofer '01, a member of SAC who represents the Association of Black Radcliffe Women.
She said she was pleased to learn that Damon would be this year's award recipient.
"He's definitely one of the most popular actors of our time," she said.
Casey J. Noel '01, the Foundation SAC representative from Harvard's Caribbean Club, said he was particularly glad that this year's artist is a former Harvard undergraduate.
"It shows that Harvard students can go in many directions including entertainment," Noel said.
Tanner T. Fahl '03, a member of the Hawaiian Club who will be dancing at the performance, said honoring Damon this year sends students a message about diversity.
"Being cultural doesn't necessarily mean being a minority," Fahl said.
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