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This collection documents the Atlanta Student Movement during the Civil Rights Era. It highlights student activism in the Atlanta University Consortium (AUC); Clark College, Morris Brown, Morehouse College, Atlanta University, and Spelman College. The collection includes newspaper and journal articles, flyers, reports, photographs, and correspondence by and about students from the AUC schools. Of note are copies of An Appeal for Human Rights written by student leaders, which set forth the student's grievances, rights, and aspirations as well as their dissatisfaction with the status quo conditions of segregation and discrimination and the slow pace at which inherent human and civil rights were being meted out to African Americans. The Appeal was published as a full-page ad in the March 9, 1960 editions of the Atlanta Constitution, Atlanta Journal, and Atlanta Daily World. It was subsequently published in the New York Times, providing national awareness of student activism in the civil rights struggle in Atlanta. The issuance of the Appeal was followed by sit-ins and pickets at specifically targeted businesses, government and transportation facilities in Atlanta and Fulton County, Georgia, and kneel-ins at churches. The participants in the Atlanta student movement organized commemorative reunions, 1990 and 2000 to re-examine the civil rights movement and discuss current efforts and projections for the future. Programs, minutes, correspondence, and news articles from the reunions are included in the collection.
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The Atlanta University Center hosts commemorative events to mark the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta student movement, including a news conference and groundbreaking ceremony for a marker recalling the student group's "Appeal for Human Rights" against segregation. Workshops on race relations are conducted, followed by an ecumenical service at Martin Luther King Jr. Chapel. Concurrently, the Morehouse School of Medicine celebrates its 25th anniversary by opening a new wing and groundbreaking for a National Center for Primary Care, focusing on research, analysis, and training for effective primary health care. The weekend activities also include a concert, convocation, and awards banquet.
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This personal account details the March 15, 1960 sit-in at Sprayberry Cafeteria in Atlanta, Georgia, as part of a well-planned student movement against segregation. The movement involved coordination with various community representatives, including the police chief, to ensure a peaceful and strategic protest. The author recounts entering the cafeteria to desegregate it, with some students lining up for service and others at the deli counter. A conversation with a friend of the cafeteria owners ensued, and despite being asked to leave, the students remained. The cafeteria employees removed food from the hot tables, but the students managed to place food on their trays. When attempting to pay, the cashier refused, claiming they were giving away food for the day. Reporters arrived, seeking statements, which the students declined to provide. After an hour-long standoff, police officers arrived, and negotiations led to a decision not to arrest the students. The narrative highlights the students' commitment to being served in a federal building despite the challenges they faced. The aftermath of the protest included political repercussions, including a governor's heart attack and legal action taken against the students based on an obscure statute. Despite these challenges, the students' persistence contributed to advancing civil rights in Atlanta.
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This document outlines the involvement of the United States National Student Association (USNSA) in the sit-in movement during the Civil Rights era. Established in 1947, USNSA represents over 375 colleges and universities across the United States through democratically elected student governing bodies, making it the largest National Union of Students globally.
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This document pertains to the National Student Conference on the Sit-In Movement, providing a comprehensive event overview. The document encompasses crucial elements such as the conference agenda for April 22nd, conference rules, the layout of the main floor at All Souls Unitarian Church, general information, rule amendments, resolutions derived from the conference discussions, and transcripts of impactful speeches. Noteworthy speeches featured in the document include "Law and Order Must Be Maintained", delivered by Mahendra Widjesinghe, an address by James Alrut, President of the Methodist Student Movement, a compelling speech by Mr. Allard Lowenstein, President of USNSA, on April 22nd, 1960, a poignant contribution by Bernard Lee, Former Student Body President of Alabama State, an inspiring talk by Al Rozier from North Carolina A&T, a thought-provoking perspective from Sam Bowles of Yale University, an address by Curtis Gans, Vice President of National Affairs at USNSA, and a significant speech by Rev. Wyatt Walker.
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This is a two-page newspaper article titled "An Appeal for Human Rights:1960-2010", from March 20th, 2010 in the Atlanta Inquirer. The Committee (COAHR) jointly wrote the article On the Appeal for Human Rights. The article summarizes the history of the 1960s' Appeal For Human Rights and recontextualizes the manifesto of the Atlanta Student Movement for 2010. The article also addresses progress made since the 1960s, including advancements in desegregation, voting rights, and representation of African Americans in various fields. However, it points out ongoing education, employment, housing, voting, healthcare, and law enforcement challenges. The persisting achievement gap, unequal access to quality education, economic disparities, de facto segregation, and racial bias in the criminal justice system are highlighted as issues that demand continued attention and action.
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This appeal is a collective statement from students representing six affiliated institutions forming the Atlanta University Center, including Clark College, Morehouse College, Morris Brown College, Spelman College, Atlanta University, and the Interdenominational Theological Center. These students came together to demand the rights that inherently belong to them as human beings and citizens of the United States. The appeal expresses unwavering support for the broader movement to obtain long-awaited rights and privileges for African Americans. It highlights the dissatisfaction with existing racial conditions and the slow pace of change. The appeal emphasizes the universal desire for dignity and equal treatment, underscoring the meaning behind the nationwide sit-in protests.
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This article discusses the upcoming 40th anniversary celebration of the Atlanta University Center (AUC) student movement, led by original student leaders and current AUC students. The movement began in 1960 and aimed to challenge racial segregation and discrimination in various areas, including jobs, education, housing, voting, law enforcement, and public accommodations. The commemoration includes a groundbreaking ceremony for a student movement marker and other special events, hoping to inspire current AUC students to become involved in social causes and continue the legacy of the civil rights movement.
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In "Broken by Love", Robert E. Jones Felder explores the maturing determination of the African-American community for freedom, tracing the evolution from passive acceptance to active engagement through the contrasting lenses of Christianity and the emerging Black Muslim movement, emphasizing the importance of love and nonviolence in dismantling deeply rooted traditions of segregation and discrimination.
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Due to their segregation policies, this flier urges people to boycott several stores, including Woolworth's, McLellan's, Walgreens, Efird's, Kress', and Hudson-Belk's. The flier explains that these stores do not allow African Americans to sit at lunch counters while accepting their money elsewhere. It highlights that peaceful student demonstrators face violence and embarrassment and have even been jailed and convicted. The flier encourages readers to take action by refusing to buy from these stores, signing petitions against discrimination, supporting protesting students, and joining picket lines manned by students from St. Augustine’s College, Shaw University, and the Raleigh Citizens’ Association. The message emphasizes that collective support is crucial for ending segregation and winning the fight for equality.
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Civil rights veterans expressed concern over college students' lack of interest and participation in the civil rights movement. The 40th anniversary of the Black student rights movement in Atlanta and the 32nd anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination witnessed low attendance at significant commemorations. Seasoned activists acknowledged that activism has typically been limited to high-profile events and that there has always been a shortage of activists on the day-to-day grind. Some students in attendance expressed their desire to become involved in social issues, seeking guidance from their elders on contributing to change in a world seemingly less focused on activism.
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A photograph and text showing the 40th historic reunion of the Atlanta University Center 1960 Student Civil Rights movement. The picture was taken in front of the Trevor Arnett Library on the Clark Atlanta University Campus.
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The essay highlights the significance of passive resistance and non-violence as potent strategies in the struggle against racial segregation and discrimination in the South, emphasizing the effectiveness of withstanding violence without retaliation and understanding the motivations behind the oppressors' actions to subdue their attacks, ultimately countering the emotional-driven violence resulting from racial hatred and discrimination.
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Atlanta Inquirer main article "Jail, No Bail Group in Jail, Cheerful, Confident", on Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., student leader Lonnie King, and fellow sit-in group members, confident in their cause, faced their arrest for violating trespass laws during a sit-in protest in Atlanta. After spending a night in Fulton County Jail, their spirit remained steadfast despite minor discomforts. The article reflects on the determination of the protesters and the prison conditions they endured, highlighting their commitment to challenging societal restrictions on human freedom and dignity. Other excerpts touch on topics such as civil rights, segregation, discrimination, education, and social issues prevalent during the 1960s. The newspaper highlights the struggles and challenges faced by African Americans in the segregated South and the efforts of civil rights activists and students to bring about change through nonviolent protest and activism. The excerpts also reflect on the role of education and the importance of breaking out of societal constraints and discriminatory practices.
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Written on recto: Atlanta, January 10, 1957. Ministers Hauled to Jail in Paddy Wagon. Five Negro ministers leave the paddy wagon at police station today after being hauled to jail on charges that they violated Georgia segregation laws in occupying public bus seats up front which are normally reserved for white passengers. Second from left is their leader, the Rev. William Holmes Borders. They were jailed temporarily until they posted $1,000 bond each.
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Written on recto: Negro leaders jailed for bus ride. Sitting behind bars in city jail today are five Negro clergymen arrested on charges that they violated Georgia's segregation laws. At the right is their leader, the Rev. William Holmes Borders. They were in jail pending the posting of $1,00 bond each. The arrests resulted from a group of some 20 Negro ministers occupying public bus seats up front which are customarily reserved for White customers.
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This document offers an in-depth analysis of the changing dynamics of Negro leadership during the civil rights movement's desegregation crisis in Little Rock, Arkansas. It explores the emergence and interactions of various types of leaders within the racially charged environment, specifically focusing on the shift from traditional "accommodation-type" leadership to more assertive "protest leadership." The study examines the roles played by ministers, businessmen, educators, and other professionals within the Negro community, investigating their responses to the crisis, connections with white leaders, and resulting shifts in race relations. The analysis emphasizes the rise of protest leaders who challenged segregation and mobilized the community. Despite personal rivalries, unity among Negro leaders remained vital during the crisis. The document also highlights the impact of the crisis on interracial communication, noting strained contacts between white and Negro leaders. Overall, the study offers insights into the evolving leadership dynamics and the transformative effects on race relations, contributing to our understanding of the civil rights movement's influence on leadership paradigms.
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This "New South" issue delves into the ongoing student sit-in movement that began over a year ago in Greensboro, North Carolina, and has shown little sign of fading. The movement has evolved to include what is now known as the "Freedom Rides," which recently reached a climax with the Alabama riots. The magazine provides a brief overview of the movement's origins and its current forms of protest.
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This "New South" booklet was published by the South Regional Council in Atlanta, Georgia, and authored by John Constable, the Director of Information Southern Regional Council. This issue focuses on the protest movement against segregated lunch counters in North Carolina during the Civil Rights era. The issue highlights the initial surprise and uncertainty experienced by white leaders in response to the "sit-down" protests in the state. The Director presents findings from his visit to the cities involved in the protests, reflecting leaders' confusion and lack of direction.
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This issue of "New South" delves into the ongoing student sit-in movement that began over a year ago in Greensboro, North Carolina, and has shown little sign of fading. The movement has evolved to include what is now known as the "Freedom Rides," which recently reached a climax with the Alabama riots. The magazine provides a brief overview of the movement's origins and its current forms of protest.
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This report provides an overview of various organizations that supported the student protest movement in the United States. The first sit-in in February 1960 sparked the movement at Greensboro, N.C., involving Black college students. The report highlights the widespread endorsement and backing of local and national organizations. The summary concludes by underscoring that the extent of support from these diverse organizations, in terms of active participation, financial aid, public statements, and resolutions, reflects the significant impact of the sit-in protests on the collective American conscience during that period.
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This article explores the emergence of a new form of leadership among American Negroes in the context of the civil rights movement. The author examines the changing leadership dynamics among African Americans following the wave of sit-ins, freedom rides, and demonstrations by Negro college students in 1960 and 1961. The study focuses on Atlanta, Georgia, and delves into the political attitudes, goals, and tactics of a group of Negro civic leaders in the city.
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This analysis focuses on the voting trend of African Americans in Los Angeles during the 1960 presidential election, discussing factors influencing their choices. The majority favored John F. Kennedy due to his stance on civil rights and concern for their community, while Richard Nixon's experience and anti-communist stance attracted some support. The impact of vice presidential candidates and issues like civil rights legislation are considered, with predictions indicating a close margin but a Kennedy victory in California.
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The essay "Reflection on the Latest Reform of the South" discusses the sit-in demonstrations of the civil rights movement in the American South. The author explores various aspects of the movement, including its nature as a social movement, its principles of non-violence and desegregation, its origins in the Piedmont region, the role of educated Negroes, and the challenges of racial equality. The author highlights the significance of the movement's focus on lunch counter desegregation, the impact on Southern cities, and the emergence of new leaders. They also address potential challenges, such as organizational rivalry, and consider the broader implications of the movement for racial reform in the South and beyond. The essay underscores the importance of understanding the movement within the context of changing Southern dynamics and the complex problem of racial assimilation. It concludes by emphasizing the transformative role of the civil rights struggle amid a period of societal marking time, awaiting new meaningful causes.
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Written on recto: Riders still segregated. Whites and Negroes are still segregated on this Atlanta Transit Co. trolley today following the Supreme Court's decision outlawing segregation on all public buses. State officials said that Georgia was not a party to the South Carolina Legal Action and hence would not be immediately affected. City Attny. Jack Savage said Atlanta has no ordinance actually requiring segregation but does have an ordnance requiring those in charge of buses and trolley to obey the st[?]e segregation laws.
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A partial list of students and supporters who demonstrated in the struggle for civil rights in Atlanta.
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A woman holds a sign in protest downtown reading: "Segregation is the shame of Atlanta".
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This is the front two pages of the Atlanta Journal Newspaper dated March 15th, 1960 with the headline "Segregation Sentiment Leads At School Student Midway Mark". Most of the articles show that the issue of segregation was a hot topic in Georgia in 1960. The sit-in movement was a major challenge to the segregationist status quo, and the state school study commission's findings showed that there was strong support for segregation among the Georgians who testified. The articles also show the different ways that people were responding to the issue of segregation. The state school study commission was trying to find a way to keep the public schools segregated, while the sit-in movement was demanding desegregation. The articles show that the issue of segregation was complex and divisive and that there was no easy solution.
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This article revisits the impactful sit-in protests 20 years ago in Atlanta, focusing on the March 9, 1960, full-page ad titled "An Appeal for Human Rights" published in local newspapers. The appeal, drafted by students at the request of college presidents, declared their intent to use non-violent means to secure full citizenship rights and addressed inequalities in various sectors like education, employment, and public services. The sit-ins initiated a series of demonstrations, leading to arrests and, eventually, significant progress in civil rights. The article includes interviews with key leaders of the movement, such as Julian Bond, Ben Brown, Lonnie King, and Mary Ann Smith Wilson, who reflect on their experiences and the lasting impact of their activism.
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This document is a publication from the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) titled "Support Southern Students", It discusses student actions and demonstrations against racial segregation and discrimination in the Southern United States. The publication calls for nonviolent resistance, urging students to participate in protests, demonstrations, and other forms of activism. It emphasizes the importance of solidarity and cooperation between students, religious groups, and civic organizations to achieve racial equality. The document also provides information about various student-led actions, including sit-ins and picketing of businesses that practiced segregation. It encourages support for students expelled or arrested for their involvement in the civil rights movement and highlights efforts to raise funds for their assistance. The publication emphasizes the significance of these actions in bringing attention to the civil rights struggle and promoting change in discriminatory practices.
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"The Atlanta Story", an excerpt from The Courier, discussing Sweet Auburn Avenue and Herman E. Perry. Perry, a pioneer in Atlanta's development, played a significant role in shaping the city's growth by sparking progress in various fields. His contributions to Atlanta's development and his dedication to progress have left an enduring impact on the city's history.
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The "Immorality of Racial Segregation" document are reports, workshops, and essays from the Leadership Conference and Workshops sponsored by Greater Atlanta Council On Human Relations and Georgia Council On Human Relations from April 28th, 1960. The document's essays and reports are composed into packed. Each piece and report pertain to the racial issues and the impact of segregation in Georgia or the United States: social, psychological, religious, education, ethics, and morality.
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Published by the Atlanta University Student Committee in April 1960, this newsletter represents the inaugural edition of an informative organ. The bulletin is initiated by the Central Student Committee of the Atlanta University Center, aiming to inform students about actions taken and future plans to secure human dignity. Notably, the bulletin discusses including the "Appeal For Human Rights" in Congressional historical records, with Senator Jacob Javis confirming its serious consideration in the Senate.
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This account describes a sit-in protest in the Sprayberry Cafeteria, where a group of individuals demanded service but were denied due to their race. Despite an attempt by the cafeteria's owner to have them leave, the protesters insisted on staying. Police were eventually called, leading to their arrest for trespassing. The account reflects the determination and resilience of the protesters in their pursuit of equal rights.
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This journal article, titled "The University and Politics in Atlanta: A Case Study of the Atlanta University Center", authored by Robert A. Holmes, discusses the engagement of black colleges and universities in the social, economic, and political struggles of their communities. It addresses the criticism that these institutions remain detached from community issues by focusing on the Atlanta University Center (AUC) example. The article primarily examines the involvement of AUC's administrators, faculty, and students in the political life of Atlanta's black community during the post-World War II era. It highlights the need for practical engagement in addition to scholarly research and explores the dynamics of AUC's interaction with the local political landscape. The article acknowledges the limitations of a comprehensive analysis due to space constraints and focuses on the specified historical period.
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"The Young Negro Rebels" provides an in-depth exploration of the thoughts, motivations, and actions of young African American students involved in the Southern civil rights movement. The author, Charlotte Devree, reflects on her experiences traveling with these students on Freedom Rides and interacting with them during sit-ins and protests. The students' approach to rebellion and social change challenges conventional notions of political action. Devree emphasizes the students' Christian revolutionary spirit, restraint in the face of adversity, and rejection of hatred. Despite diverse backgrounds and limited education, these students are driven by a purpose to end segregation and attain personal identity and pride. The narrative reveals the complexity of their attitudes toward rebellion, challenges stereotypes, and highlights their unique forms of resistance and determination.
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This document is a reprint of the first edition of "The Atlanta Inquirer" newspaper, dated August 7, 1960. The front page highlights three legal suits filed by students seeking an end to racial bias in a cafeteria located on tax-supported premises. The document also features an appreciation letter from the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, expressing their support for establishing "The Atlanta Inquirer" as a means of open communication and appeals within the African American community. Additionally, the document announces a historical marker dedication event commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta University Center Student Movement for Civil Rights and the Appeal for Human Rights, scheduled for March 31, 2000.
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This document provides a detailed chronological overview of key events and actions taken by the Atlanta Student Movement from 1960 to 1963. It outlines the progression of the movement, its strategies, challenges, and pivotal moments during the fight against racial segregation in public accommodations, particularly lunch counters.
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This document succinctly outlines key historical events in the fight for civil rights: the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863 and the Non-Violent Desegregation Movement from 1960 to 1961. It highlights the ongoing success of the boycott in the Atlanta Negro community, leading to decreased sales in downtown stores. Quoting a department store executive's statement about declining sales, the document emphasizes the impact of the boycott. It underscores the collaborative efforts of various groups, including ministers, churches, and social organizations, in advocating for human dignity and equal opportunity. The document urges readers to continue the boycott, refuse to support segregation, and actively spread awareness among their friends. Issued by the Committee on Appeal for Human Rights and the Student-Adult Liaison Committee.
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Several students from the Atlanta University Center participated in a "Kneel-in" movement to challenge racial segregation in churches. Reflecting on their experiences, they emphasized the disparity between the teachings of the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man and the reality of segregation within churches. Despite being denied admission to certain churches, they expressed their determination to promote integration through worship and spiritual education.
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This document summarizes the Planning Committee meeting held on September 19, 1990, to organize the 30th-anniversary celebration of the Atlanta University Center (AUC) Civil Rights Movement. The meeting's attendees included various committee members responsible for different aspects of the event. The Corporate Sponsorship Committee reported securing funding from several organizations and proposing grants to others. The Awards Banquet Committee updated on interviews with CNN for the documentary and prepared the invitations. The Research Committee collaborated with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution for a photo exhibit at the AUC Woodruff Library. The Hospitality and Memorial Service Committee made progress in arranging transportation, logistics, and program details. The Public Relations/Publicity Committee drafted press releases, and the Workshop Committee prepared the workshop program. The Printing/Awards/Memorabilia Committee discussed design options and timing for materials. The next meeting was scheduled for October 10.
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This document provides minutes from the Planning Committee meeting held on September 6, 1990, to organize the 30th-anniversary celebration of the Atlanta University Center (AUC) Civil Rights Movement. The meeting's attendees included prominent members such as Delores Aldridge, Brenda Cole, Julia Bond, and Mary Ware. The committee reports on various aspects of the event, including the Memorial Service, Workshops, Corporate Sponsorship, Awards Banquet, and Public Relations. The Symposium's outline is presented, featuring a series of activities, workshops, and a closing session to honor and reflect on the historical significance of the AUC Civil Rights Movement. The document also includes plans for inviting participants and suggestions for publicity and musical involvement. The next meeting is scheduled for September 19, 1990.
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This brochure is from the 30th Anniversary Salute to the Atlanta University Civil Right Movement held at the AUC Robert Woodruff Library. The brochure provides a summary of the history of the movement in Atlanta. The brochure described in 1990, Atlanta was on the verge of fulfilling its potential as an international city, solidifying its position as the economic, political, and social capital of the New South. The city's successful bid for the 1996 Olympics is the culmination of efforts made in the past thirty years. These efforts can be directly traced back to March 15, 1960, when Atlanta University Center students began occupying seats at segregated lunch counters in various locations, leading the way for positive changes in the city. The students' innovative protests, such as conducting bus trips to test segregated facilities before the "freedom rides", had a national impact and may have influenced John F. Kennedy's election victory. The Atlanta student movement of the early 1960s played a crucial role in the desegregation of lunch counters and formed an invaluable link between the past and the future. Without their groundbreaking actions, subsequent victories in places like Birmingham and Selma would not have been possible.
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This memo serves as a reminder for the upcoming meeting of the Planning Committee for the 30th Anniversary Salute to the former AUC Student Organizers of the Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights. Brenda H. Cole, Co-Chair of the Planning Committee, expresses gratitude for their participation and outlines the meeting details. Committee Chairs are requested to prepare brief oral reports and submit written statements. The office contact information for Clark Atlanta University is also provided.
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These minutes document the planning committee meeting for the 30th Anniversary Salute to the AUC Civil Rights Movement, held at Holly Hill on February 21, 1990, at 6:00 p.m. Mrs. Brenda Cole presided over the meeting and provided background information on the civil rights movement activities at the AUC. The committee's main objective is identifying and saluting the movement's student leaders. The event is planned for two days, with workshops, an awards dinner, and a memorial service. Various committees were formed to organize the event, each having co-chairs representing the planning committee and students from the AUC institutions. Committee members and their respective roles are listed in the minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for March 21. Gwen Callaway submitted the minutes.
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This progress report, dated September 19, 1990, provides an update on the Subcommittee on Printing/Awards/Memorabilia's activities for the 30th Anniversary Salute to the AUC Civil Rights Movement. The report confirms the acceptance of the official logo, designed by Georgette Baker, for the event. Georgia Power is handling the printing of the invitation package, including the outer envelope, response card, and response envelope, as well as the award banquet program and the community leader's frameable award. The report also discusses the need to submit copies and ideas for other printed materials, like recognition certificates, posters, banners, invitations, and programs, by October 1. Charnell Holloway was approached to create a metal sculpture design for the honoree's awards, while Kathy Haper submitted several concepts for review. The budget for producing awards, memorabilia, and printing must still be solved.
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This progress report provides an overview of the activities and decisions made by the Printing/Awards/Memorabilia Subcommittee during the 30th Anniversary Salute to the AUC Civil Rights Movement event planning. The subcommittee members include Toni D. O'Neal (Co-Chair), a Student Co-Chair (vacant), Tina Dunkley (Art Gallery Curator, CAU), Lev Mills (Chair, Fine Arts, Spelman), and Art Robinson (Project Officer, CDC). The report outlines the consideration of logo designs and the incorporation of the Human Rights Appeal into framed awards for community honorees. The subcommittee also explores using glass sculptures for the awards, seeking input from a local glass blower, Kathy Harper. Additionally, the report mentions the need to submit rough drafts for printed materials, such as recognition certificates, posters, banners, invitations, and programs. The report highlights the unresolved matter of awaiting a budget for designing and producing awards, memorabilia, and printed materials.
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This program booklet commemorates the 30th Anniversary Salute to the Atlanta University Center (AUC) Civil Rights Movement, celebrating the city of Atlanta's progress as an international city and its position as the economic, political, and social capital of the New South. The booklet includes an introduction outlining the historical significance of the AUC student movement in the 1960s, which played a pivotal role in the desegregation of lunch counters and paved the way for subsequent civil rights victories. It also features the event program, listing the schedule of activities, performances, and the presentation of awards to community leaders, professors, and students who were key figures in the civil rights movement.
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Invitation and schedule include a groundbreaking ceremony for a commemorative marker and special recognition for participants of the 1960s movement, workshops, and strategy sessions conducted by national facilitators and speakers, and an ecumenical service at Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel, Morehouse College. The public is invited to join and celebrate the contributions of institutional, religious, student, and community activists involved in the student movement.
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The event commemorates the 40th anniversary of "An Appeal for Human Rights" and the Atlanta Student Movement of 1960-2000, acknowledging their historical significance in the civil rights movement in America. The program spans three days with various activities, including an opening ceremony, workshops, a special recognition reception, and a closing plenary session. The workshops cover affirmative action, diversity, discrimination, police brutality, the criminal justice system, empowerment of African American communities, family health, and the environment.
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This document outlines the details of the 40th anniversary commemoration held from March 31 to May 12, 2000, at the Atlanta University Center's Robert W. Woodruff Library in the Virginia Lacy Jones Exhibition Hall. The event featured various activities, including a press conference, dedication of a historical marker at CAU Trevor Arnett Quadrangle on March 31 at 3:00 pm, a workshop at Virginia Lacy Jones Exhibition Hall on April 1 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and an ecumenical service at King Chapel, Morehouse College on April 2 at 10:30 am. The commemoration honored the significant role of students from Atlanta University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Clark, Morehouse, Morris Brown, and Spelman Colleges in the civil rights movement. Their actions, including sit-ins, kneel-ins, picket lines, and "freedom rides", contributed to the acceleration of racial desegregation and brought about essential changes in Atlanta, the South, and the nation. The event aimed to inspire the present generation of students and community leaders to reflect on current issues and take action for positive change, echoing the spirit of the historical Appeal for Human Rights.