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. At the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library we are always striving to improve our digital collections. We welcome additional information about people, places, or events depicted in any of the works in this collection. To submit information, please contact us at DSD@auctr.edu. 
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.

At the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library we are always striving to improve our digital collections. We welcome additional information about people, places, or events depicted in any of the works in this collection. To submit information, please contact us at DSD@auctr.edu. 
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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.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Martin Luther King Speaks: Dr. Henderson at Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Convention, 1976
Date Created
1976
Description
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.
Subject
Speeches, African Americans--Economic conditions, Associations, institutions, etc., African American universities and colleges
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
Group portrait of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson and six unidentified women during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Vivian Henderson and Others, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
Group portrait of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson and six unidentified women during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Presidents, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson with three unidentified guests at the We Love You Madly Day Ceremony.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson and Others, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson with three unidentified guests at the We Love You Madly Day Ceremony.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Presidents, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
Unidentified man giving a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration.
Vivian Henderson Papers
"Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
Unidentified man giving a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Speeches, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
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.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Stagflation and the Poor, Part I, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
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.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, Speeches, African Americans--Politics and government
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
Unidentified man giving a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration.
Vivian Henderson Papers
"Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
Unidentified man giving a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Speeches, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
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.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Stagflation and the Poor, Part II, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
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.
Subject
Lectures and lecturing, African Americans--Politics and government, African Americans--Economic conditions
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson receives an award at the We Love You Madly Day Ceremony.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Dr. Vivian Wilson Receives an Award, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson receives an award at the We Love You Madly Day Ceremony.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Presidents, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson meets with five unidentified women.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson and Others, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson meets with five unidentified women.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Presidents, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
An unidentified woman delivering a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration.
Vivian Henderson Papers
"Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration, 1974
Date Created
1974
Description
An unidentified woman delivering a speech during the 1974 "Henderson, We Love you Madly Day" Celebration.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Speeches, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
Portrait of Dwight Cedric Henderson, son of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, with his prom date, Yvonne Strickland, and her parents.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Dwight Henderson and Yvonne Stickland, Mr. and Mrs. Stickland, circa 1976
Date Created
1971/1981
Description
Portrait of Dwight Cedric Henderson, son of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, with his prom date, Yvonne Strickland, and her parents.
Subject
African American families, African Americans--Education, Presidents, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
Anna Henderson, wife of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, on vacation in Bermuda.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Anna Henderson, circa 1975
Date Created
1970/1980
Description
Anna Henderson, wife of Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, on vacation in Bermuda.
Subject
African American women, African American families
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
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.
Vivian Henderson Papers
National Bureau of Economic Research 50th Anniversary Dinner part II, February 27, 1970
Date Created
1970-02-27
Description
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.
Subject
Speeches, Special events, Associations, institutions, etc.
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
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.
Vivian Henderson Papers
National Bureau of Economic Research 50thAnniversary Dinner part I, February 27, 1970
Date Created
1970-02-27
Description
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.
Subject
Speeches, Special events, Associations, institutions, etc., African Americans--Economic conditions
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
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.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Henderson Award Ceremony, 1970
Date Created
1970
Description
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.
Subject
Presidents, African American universities and colleges, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
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.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Henderson Award Ceremony, 1970
Date Created
1970
Description
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.
Subject
Presidents, African American universities and colleges, Events and programs
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
A panel of faculty at Clark College in Atlanta, Georgia, discusses the possibility of creating an honors program at Clark in this audio recording, recorded circa 1973. The participating individuals are unidentified but may include Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson. Several participants express concerns that the honors program not result in a form of separatism on the campus between the honors students and those in the traditional college program.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Clark College Honor Seminar, circa 1973
Date Created
1968/1978
Description
A panel of faculty at Clark College in Atlanta, Georgia, discusses the possibility of creating an honors program at Clark in this audio recording, recorded circa 1973. The participating individuals are unidentified but may include Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson. Several participants express concerns that the honors program not result in a form of separatism on the campus between the honors students and those in the traditional college program.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta, Education--Curricula
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
This audio recording, dated circa 1971, consists of a speech delivered at the Atlanta University Center by Swedish economist Karl Gunnar Myrdal. Dr. Myrdal had recently published his book The Challenge of World Poverty: A World Anti-Poverty Program in Outline.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Karl Gunnar Myrdal: An American Dilemma Revisited, circa 1971
Date Created
1966/1976
Description
This audio recording, dated circa 1971, consists of a speech delivered at the Atlanta University Center by Swedish economist Karl Gunnar Myrdal. Dr. Myrdal had recently published his book The Challenge of World Poverty: A World Anti-Poverty Program in Outline.
Subject
Speeches, African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Economic conditions
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
In this audio recording, dated circa 1971, Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, president of Clark College in Atlanta, Georgia, addresses an audience of leaders in the United Methodist Church. Dr. Hendersons speech focuses on the economic conditions unique to HBCUs. He points out particular financial stressors for the colleges, including a large number of students from low income families, lack of reliable alumni contributions, and increasing academic aspirations of faculty and students.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Consultation on the Church and Black Higher Education: The Economics of the Black College, circa 1971
Date Created
1966/1976
Description
In this audio recording, dated circa 1971, Dr. Vivian Wilson Henderson, president of Clark College in Atlanta, Georgia, addresses an audience of leaders in the United Methodist Church. Dr. Hendersons speech focuses on the economic conditions unique to HBCUs. He points out particular financial stressors for the colleges, including a large number of students from low income families, lack of reliable alumni contributions, and increasing academic aspirations of faculty and students.
Subject
African American universities and colleges, African Americans--Education, Speeches, African Americans--Economic conditions
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers
This undated audio recording consists of a speech, possibly delivered by attorney and politician, Louis Stokes. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Stokes served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for Ohio's 21st District and later the 11th District.
Vivian Henderson Papers
Louis Stokes Speaks, circa 1970
Date Created
1965/1975
Description
This undated audio recording consists of a speech, possibly delivered by attorney and politician, Louis Stokes. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Stokes served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for Ohio's 21st District and later the 11th District.
Subject
Speeches, African Americans--Politics and government, Special events
Collection
Vivian Henderson Papers