| Title | Date Created | Description | Subject | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Speaks: Dr. Henderson at Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Convention, 1976 | 1976 | This audio recording is a 1976 episode of the radio program Martin Luther King Speaks. The episode is a tribute episode to Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson and reproduces a speech given by Henderson at the 18th Annual Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Convention in 1975. Dr. Henderson discusses the economic situation facing the United States and how it affects African Americans as well as the working poor. He argues for improved public policies, including a drive for a policy of full employment. Henderson closes by urging that economic class distinctions, and not just race relations, need to be considered more by organizations such as the SCLC. | Speeches, African Americans--Economic conditions, Associations, institutions, etc., African American universities and colleges | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Vivian Henderson and Others, 1974 | 1974 | Group portrait of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson and six unidentified women during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration. | African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Presidents, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson and Others, 1974 | 1974 | Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson with three unidentified guests at the We Love You Madly Day Ceremony. | African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Presidents, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration, 1974 | 1974 | Unidentified man giving a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration. | African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Speeches, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Stagflation and the Poor, Part I, 1974 | 1974 | This audio recording, dated 1974, captures part of a panel of speakers discussing the topic Stagflation and the Poor. Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, president of Clark College, speaks first. Henderson argues that people should not see the federal government as the culprit in the simultaneous rise of recession and inflation. He contends that the solution for stagflation is for the government to create jobs programs and, ultimately, restructure the tax code to be more progressive. He asserts that there will be social upheaval if the problem of economic class distinctions is not addressed. The recording also includes a portion of a speech by Lucille Rose, the Commissioner of the City of New York's Department of Employment. | African American universities and colleges, Speeches, African Americans--Politics and government | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration, 1974 | 1974 | Unidentified man giving a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration. | African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Speeches, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Stagflation and the Poor, Part II, 1974 | 1974 | This audio recording, dated 1974, captures part of a panel of speakers discussing the topic Stagflation and the Poor. The recording begins with a discussion of a presentation by a Mr. Higgins of the Small Business Administration (SBA). Notably, Atlanta City Council member Carl Ware asks Higgins about the plans of the presidential administration of Gerald Ford in regard to the SBAs investments in minority-owned businesses. The recording also includes a portion of the comments of a Mr. Bryce, who is not otherwise identified. Bryce argues for the creation of jobs programs for the poor, noting that poor people are always searching for and want jobs. | Lectures and lecturing, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Economic conditions | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Dr. Vivian Wilson Receives an Award, 1974 | 1974 | Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson receives an award at the We Love You Madly Day Ceremony. | African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Presidents, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson and Others, 1974 | 1974 | Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson meets with five unidentified women. | African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Presidents, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration, 1974 | 1974 | An unidentified woman delivering a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration. | African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Speeches, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Dwight Henderson and Yvonne Stickland, Mr. and Mrs. Stickland, circa 1976 | 1971/1981 | Portrait of Dwight Cedric Henderson, son of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, with his prom date, Yvonne Strickland, and her parents. | African American families, African Americans--Education, Presidents, African American universities and colleges | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Anna Henderson, circa 1975 | 1970/1980 | Anna Henderson, wife of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, on vacation in Bermuda. | African American women, African American families | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| National Bureau of Economic Research 50th Anniversary Dinner part II, February 27, 1970 | 1970-02-27 | This audio recording contains an award deliverance and acceptance speech delivered by Mr. John R. Meyer and Mr. Arthur F. Burns. Mr. Meyer begins by presenting awards to two individuals for their contribution to the National Bureau of Economic Research. He then presents an award to the guest of honor, Mr. Arthur F. Burns. Mr. Burns receives his award and delivers an acceptance speech. During his speech, he gives thanks and speaks to the audience in a very informal manner while reminiscing about previous experiences within his research and career. | Speeches, Special events, Associations, institutions, etc. | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| National Bureau of Economic Research 50thAnniversary Dinner part I, February 27, 1970 | 1970-02-27 | This audio recording contains the celebration of the National Bureau of Economic Researchs 50th anniversary. Multiple speakers each take thirty minutes to speak on the success of the bureau as well as the guest of honor. The first speaker is Mr. Wassily Leontief who speaks on the changes and improvements made in the economic world because of the presence of the National Bureau of Economic Research. The second speaker, George P. Schultz, speaks on different techniques and products that have changed over the past fifty years. Schultz also speaks on Burns Laws. The last speaker is John R. Meyer. Meyer discusses the advances of the bureau in the past 25 years such as their new international program and launch of new studies programs. | Speeches, Special events, Associations, institutions, etc., African Americans--Economic conditions | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Henderson Award Ceremony, 1970 | 1970 | Group portrait of Dr.Vivian Wilson Henderson, president of Clark College, and unidentified men and women during an award ceremony for Clark College, possibly at the Atlanta Marriott. | Presidents, African American universities and colleges, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Henderson Award Ceremony, 1970 | 1970 | Dr.Vivian Wilson Henderson, president of Clark College, presenting an award to an unidentified woman at an award ceremony for Clark College, possibly at the Atlanta Marriott. | Presidents, African American universities and colleges, Events and programs | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| People at the Beach, June 1969 | 1969-06 | People at the beach. | Children, African American families | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Ad Hoc Committee Colt Descadis, May 22, 1969 | 1969-05-22 | This audio recording contains a speech delivered by Dr. Vivian Henderson at a meeting on May 22, 1967. Dr. Henderson describes some of his research findings. He also discusses the challenges faced by people who "suffer the burdens of history." Dr. Henderson asserts the importance of equality of access over equality of opportunity in education and describes the testing and entrance experiences of African American students once they are admitted into college. He stresses the necessity of historically black colleges being integrated. | Speeches, African American universities and colleges, College students, School integration | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Vivian Wilson Henderson and Construction Worker, February 1969 | 1969-02 | Unidentified construction worker and Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, president of Clark College, at the construction site of the Clark College Health and Physical Education building. | Presidents, African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Buildings and grounds | Vivian Henderson Papers |
| Vivian Wilson Henderson and Student, February 1969 | 1969-02 | Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, president of Clark College, and an unidentified woman in an office. | Presidents, African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, College students | Vivian Henderson Papers |
Jun 24, 2019
Vivian Henderson Papers
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson was the 18th president of Clark College from 1965 until his death in 1976. A native of Bristol, Tennessee, Henderson completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from North Carolina College in Durham in 1947. He earned his Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Economics from the University of Iowa in 1949 and 1952, respectively. The Vivian Wilson Henderson Papers document Dr. Henderson's personal and professional activities spanning the years 1940 to 1976. The photographs in the collection date primarily from the 1960s and document Henderson's activities at Clark College as well as his family life. Photographs of Dr. Henderson's wife, Anna, and children are included.
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