The Mary Ann Smith Wilson - Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism spans the dates 1948-2008 with the bulk of the material dated 1960-1967. The collection documents both Ruby Doris Smith Robinson's and Mary Ann Smith Wilson's participation in the civil rights movement and the organizations with which they were affiliated. Although the collection documents both sisters' activities, the bulk of the collection reflects Ruby Doris Smith Robinson’s activism activities in the civil rights movement. Also included in the collection are photographs, correspondences, news articles, programs, reports, and flyers. 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.
Aug 7, 2023

Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism

The Mary Ann Smith Wilson - Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism spans the dates 1948-2008 with the bulk of the material dated 1960-1967. The collection documents both Ruby Doris Smith Robinson's and Mary Ann Smith Wilson's participation in the civil rights movement and the organizations with which they were affiliated. Although the collection documents both sisters' activities, the bulk of the collection reflects Ruby Doris Smith Robinson’s activism activities in the civil rights movement. Also included in the collection are photographs, correspondences, news articles, programs, reports, and flyers.

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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"Celebration of Life" Program for Ruby Doris Smith Robinson hosted by Spelman College Departments of Education and Sociology and Save Our Children Global Network Inc. 3 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Celebration of Life Program for Ruby Doris Smith Robinson, November 3, 2007
Date Created
2007-03-11
Description
"Celebration of Life" Program for Ruby Doris Smith Robinson hosted by Spelman College Departments of Education and Sociology and Save Our Children Global Network Inc. 3 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American women, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations, African American student movements
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Flyer for the "Celebration of Life" Program for Ruby Doris Smith Robinson hosted by Spelman College Departments of Education and Sociology and Save Our Children Global Network Inc. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Celebration of Life Flyer for Ruby Doris Smith Robinson, November 3, 2007
Date Created
2007-03-11
Description
Flyer for the "Celebration of Life" Program for Ruby Doris Smith Robinson hosted by Spelman College Departments of Education and Sociology and Save Our Children Global Network Inc. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American women, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations, African American student movements
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A dialogue transcript from an audio interview titled "Will the Circle Be Unbroken? A Personal History of the Civil Rights Movement in Five Southern Communities". Featured figures: Andrew Young, Warren Cochrane, Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Julian Bond, Morris Dillard, Lonnie King, Governor Ernest Vandiver, Charles Black, Clarence Bacote, and Benjamin Brown. 20 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement Script, Unbroken Circle, March 2, 2006
Date Created
2006-03-02
Description
A dialogue transcript from an audio interview titled "Will the Circle Be Unbroken? A Personal History of the Civil Rights Movement in Five Southern Communities". Featured figures: Andrew Young, Warren Cochrane, Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Julian Bond, Morris Dillard, Lonnie King, Governor Ernest Vandiver, Charles Black, Clarence Bacote, and Benjamin Brown. 20 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African American civic leaders
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda for the Committee on the Appeal For Human Rights held on November 18th, 2000. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Agenda, November 18, 2000
Date Created
2000-11-18
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda for the Committee on the Appeal For Human Rights held on November 18th, 2000. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda for the Committee on the Appeal For Human Rights held on November 18th, 2000 with personal notes. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR Agenda With Personal Notes, November 18, 2000
Date Created
2000-11-18
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda for the Committee on the Appeal For Human Rights held on November 18th, 2000 with personal notes. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A correspondence letter from Lonnie C. King Jr. to Mary Ann Sumral. Lonnie C. King Jr. reflects on a reunion of former members of the Student Movement in Atlanta in 2000 and notes the lack of young African-American students in attendance, who allegedly did not see the need to participate because they did not face the same problems as their predecessors. King points out that the problem of racial profiling of African American men and other discriminatory actions reflect "Separate but Equal" conditions in a hidden way yet African American Youth are not concerned with such issues. This implies a problem with the education and awareness of present-day African-American youth regarding their history and the ongoing issue of racism in America. King Jr. proposes a solution to incorporate African American history into the curriculum of undergraduate schools in Atlanta and requests financial support from like-minded people to achieve this goal. 3 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Correspondence Lonnie King to Mary Ann Sumral, November 6, 2000
Date Created
2000-11-06
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
A correspondence letter from Lonnie C. King Jr. to Mary Ann Sumral. Lonnie C. King Jr. reflects on a reunion of former members of the Student Movement in Atlanta in 2000 and notes the lack of young African-American students in attendance, who allegedly did not see the need to participate because they did not face the same problems as their predecessors. King points out that the problem of racial profiling of African American men and other discriminatory actions reflect "Separate but Equal" conditions in a hidden way yet African American Youth are not concerned with such issues. This implies a problem with the education and awareness of present-day African-American youth regarding their history and the ongoing issue of racism in America. King Jr. proposes a solution to incorporate African American history into the curriculum of undergraduate schools in Atlanta and requests financial support from like-minded people to achieve this goal. 3 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The meeting minutes for the Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights held on September 9, 2000. Presiding over the meeting was Lonnie King. In attendance were Mary Ann Sumral, Johnny Parham, Anne Borders-Patterson, Charles, Gwendolyn Middlebrooks, and John Smith. The meeting discussed soliciting funds for the organization and getting it registered and filed as a 501C3, a non-profit incorporation status. They also discussed developing a Civil Rights History course using a two-tiered approach, but they need to identify financial support. The treasurer's report showed a balance of $387.27. The committee will receive additional money from the sale of T-shirts and they need to trademark everything. The next meeting will be on November 18, 2000, at 2:00 P.M. in Kilgore Hall. 2 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR Unapproved Meeting Minutes, September 9, 2000
Date Created
2000-09-09
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
The meeting minutes for the Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights held on September 9, 2000. Presiding over the meeting was Lonnie King. In attendance were Mary Ann Sumral, Johnny Parham, Anne Borders-Patterson, Charles, Gwendolyn Middlebrooks, and John Smith. The meeting discussed soliciting funds for the organization and getting it registered and filed as a 501C3, a non-profit incorporation status. They also discussed developing a Civil Rights History course using a two-tiered approach, but they need to identify financial support. The treasurer's report showed a balance of $387.27. The committee will receive additional money from the sale of T-shirts and they need to trademark everything. The next meeting will be on November 18, 2000, at 2:00 P.M. in Kilgore Hall. 2 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The booklet details how the Atlanta Inquirer is holding a 40th-anniversary scholarship banquet on August 11, 2000, to celebrate its founding. The event will take place at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Hotel and will honor founding members of the Committee On Appeal For Human Rights and other notable figures, such as Mayor William "Bill" Campbell and Judge Horace T. Ward. 4 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Invitation and Insert, August 12, 2000
Date Created
2000-08-12
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
The booklet details how the Atlanta Inquirer is holding a 40th-anniversary scholarship banquet on August 11, 2000, to celebrate its founding. The event will take place at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Hotel and will honor founding members of the Committee On Appeal For Human Rights and other notable figures, such as Mayor William "Bill" Campbell and Judge Horace T. Ward. 4 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special eventss
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A religious-ecumenical service held in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Movement and hosted by the Atlanta Inquirer. 3 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
ATL Inquirer COAHR 40th Anniversary Ecumenical Service, August 12, 2000
Date Created
2000-08-12
Description
A religious-ecumenical service held in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Movement and hosted by the Atlanta Inquirer. 3 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special eventss, African Americans--Religion
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A program booklet from the Atlanta Inquirer's 40th Anniversary of the Atlanta Students Civil Rights Movement. The programs consist of an overview summary of the Atlanta University Student Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s and outline the commencement of the Atlanta Inquirer's beginnings from the Civil Rights Movement. As well, it features a list of various activists and their role in the Atlanta Student Movement. 8 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Inquirer Vol. 40, COAHR 40th Anniversary, August 11, 2000
Date Created
2000-08-11
Description
A program booklet from the Atlanta Inquirer's 40th Anniversary of the Atlanta Students Civil Rights Movement. The programs consist of an overview summary of the Atlanta University Student Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s and outline the commencement of the Atlanta Inquirer's beginnings from the Civil Rights Movement. As well, it features a list of various activists and their role in the Atlanta Student Movement. 8 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special eventss
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda for the Committee on the Appeal For Human Rights held on April 29th, 2000. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR Agenda Adoption, May 29, 2000
Date Created
2000-04-29
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda for the Committee on the Appeal For Human Rights held on April 29th, 2000. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An article written by D.L. Stanley in the Atlanta Inquirer on April 22, 2000, featuring photos from the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Movement celebration. It states about Lonnie King, president of the National Alumni Association of Morehouse College and Chairman of the Atlanta Student Movement, spoke at the 40th Anniversary Commemoration of "An Appeal for Human Rights" and reminded attendees that there is still work to be done to combat oppression and underrepresentation. He also urged younger generations to continue the legacy of the movement. The celebration, which included workshops and tributes, was attended by a small number of students. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Inquirer COAHR 40th Anniversary, April 22, 2000
Date Created
2000-04-22
Description
An article written by D.L. Stanley in the Atlanta Inquirer on April 22, 2000, featuring photos from the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Movement celebration. It states about Lonnie King, president of the National Alumni Association of Morehouse College and Chairman of the Atlanta Student Movement, spoke at the 40th Anniversary Commemoration of "An Appeal for Human Rights" and reminded attendees that there is still work to be done to combat oppression and underrepresentation. He also urged younger generations to continue the legacy of the movement. The celebration, which included workshops and tributes, was attended by a small number of students. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The article, "Students Shrug Off Civil Rights Anniversary", by David Pendered is about Atlanta students uninterested in civil rights anniversary commemoration. Fewer than 30 students attended the 40th-anniversary event commemorating Atlanta's Black student civil rights movement. Legal challenges to affirmative action programs are winning in court because some Blacks are apathetic and others oppose set-asides, according to Atlanta Mayor Bill Campbell. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Newspaper Clipping, COAHR 40th Anniversary News Article, April 2, 2000
Date Created
2000-04-02
Description
The article, "Students Shrug Off Civil Rights Anniversary", by David Pendered is about Atlanta students uninterested in civil rights anniversary commemoration. Fewer than 30 students attended the 40th-anniversary event commemorating Atlanta's Black student civil rights movement. Legal challenges to affirmative action programs are winning in court because some Blacks are apathetic and others oppose set-asides, according to Atlanta Mayor Bill Campbell. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A newspaper article was written in the Atlanta Inquirer on April 1st, 2000. The article was an invitation and commemoration to the 40th Anniversary of the Atlanta University Center Student Movement and the Appeal for Human Rights on March 31st,2000. The four-page article summarizes the Appeal for Human Rights and the protest against discrimination in various areas, including education, jobs, housing, voting, healthcare, and entertainment, and states that the practice of racial segregation is incompatible with democracy and Christianity. 4 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Inquirer COAHR 40th Anniversary Invitation Article, April 1, 2000
Date Created
2000-04-01
Description
A newspaper article was written in the Atlanta Inquirer on April 1st, 2000. The article was an invitation and commemoration to the 40th Anniversary of the Atlanta University Center Student Movement and the Appeal for Human Rights on March 31st,2000. The four-page article summarizes the Appeal for Human Rights and the protest against discrimination in various areas, including education, jobs, housing, voting, healthcare, and entertainment, and states that the practice of racial segregation is incompatible with democracy and Christianity. 4 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African American leadership, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Certificate of Appreciation from the Atlanta City Council presented to Mary Ann Smith in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Movement and the "An Appeal for Human Rights". 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Certificate of Appreciation presented to Mary Ann Smith, March 31, 2000
Date Created
2000-03-31
Description
Certificate of Appreciation from the Atlanta City Council presented to Mary Ann Smith in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Movement and the "An Appeal for Human Rights". 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American women, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A certificate of appreciation presented to Mary Ann Smith by the Atlanta City Council and the President of the Council, Robb Pitts. The award was given in recognition in honor of the 40th Anniversary Commemoration of "An Appeal for Human Rights," and the Atlanta Student Movement. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Certificate of Appreciation Mary Ann Smith, City Council, March 31, 2000
Date Created
2000-03-31
Description
A certificate of appreciation presented to Mary Ann Smith by the Atlanta City Council and the President of the Council, Robb Pitts. The award was given in recognition in honor of the 40th Anniversary Commemoration of "An Appeal for Human Rights," and the Atlanta Student Movement. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African American leadership, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The Governor of Georgia, Roy E. Barnes, congratulates the Atlanta Student Movement on the 40th anniversary of "An Appeal to Human Rights". The movement arose from the need to affirm basic civil rights during the turbulent 1960s and made significant progress in addressing racial segregation in Atlanta. The Governor wishes them continued progress in meeting the challenges of the new millennium and expresses gratitude for their efforts to improve the quality of life for citizens in Atlanta. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
State of Georgia Office of Governor Roy Barnes, March 31, 2000
Date Created
2000-03-31
Description
The Governor of Georgia, Roy E. Barnes, congratulates the Atlanta Student Movement on the 40th anniversary of "An Appeal to Human Rights". The movement arose from the need to affirm basic civil rights during the turbulent 1960s and made significant progress in addressing racial segregation in Atlanta. The Governor wishes them continued progress in meeting the challenges of the new millennium and expresses gratitude for their efforts to improve the quality of life for citizens in Atlanta. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A flyer for the commemoration event of the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta University Center Student Movement and the Appel for Human Rights held at Trevor Arnett Quadrangle. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Flyer, March 31, 2000
Date Created
2000-03-31
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
A flyer for the commemoration event of the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta University Center Student Movement and the Appel for Human Rights held at Trevor Arnett Quadrangle. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special eventss, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda for the 40th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on March 20th, 2000. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Planning Committee Notes, March 20, 2000
Date Created
2000-03-20
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda for the 40th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on March 20th, 2000. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
This newspaper article discusses the ongoing civil rights activism among college students, particularly African-Americans, highlighting their involvement in recent social issues and their determination to fight for their beliefs. The article features interviews with Alisha Thomas, a senior at Spelman College, and Khalid Salaam, a reporter for The Panther, the Clark Atlanta University newspaper. It explores students' various outlets to express their views, such as marches, rallies, and student-controlled media. The article also mentions activists' challenges, including apathy and the need for greater student engagement. The issue of the state flag, which bears symbols of the Confederacy, emerges as a critical concern among students. The article emphasizes the role of students in demanding social change and cites Benjamin Mays, the former president of Morehouse College, to underscore the significance of individual contributions to making a difference. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
"Civil Rights Activism 'Alive and Well'", March 9, 2000
Date Created
2000-03-09
Description
This newspaper article discusses the ongoing civil rights activism among college students, particularly African-Americans, highlighting their involvement in recent social issues and their determination to fight for their beliefs. The article features interviews with Alisha Thomas, a senior at Spelman College, and Khalid Salaam, a reporter for The Panther, the Clark Atlanta University newspaper. It explores students' various outlets to express their views, such as marches, rallies, and student-controlled media. The article also mentions activists' challenges, including apathy and the need for greater student engagement. The issue of the state flag, which bears symbols of the Confederacy, emerges as a critical concern among students. The article emphasizes the role of students in demanding social change and cites Benjamin Mays, the former president of Morehouse College, to underscore the significance of individual contributions to making a difference. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African American students
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda for the 40th anniversary Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on March 6th, 2000 with personal notes at the bottom. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Planning Committee Notes, March 6,2000
Date Created
2000-03-06
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda for the 40th anniversary Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on March 6th, 2000 with personal notes at the bottom. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda for the 40th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on March 6th, 2000. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Planning Committee Notes, March 06, 2000
Date Created
2000-03-06
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda for the 40th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on March 6th, 2000. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The Planning Committee, chaired by Lonnie C. King, held a meeting to discuss the 40th anniversary of the Civil Rights Appeal of 1960. King wants to update the appeal and desires the input of the students. Herschelle presented six preliminary drafts for input for the Second Appeal, mentioning that Atlanta is desegregated, there is still discrimination in levels of banking credit allocated to white businesses as opposed to Black businesses, and there are many issues, including environmental justice. The Committee scheduled a meeting on February 28 to continue work. 4 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Planning Meeting `, February 29, 2000
Date Created
2000-02-29
Description
The Planning Committee, chaired by Lonnie C. King, held a meeting to discuss the 40th anniversary of the Civil Rights Appeal of 1960. King wants to update the appeal and desires the input of the students. Herschelle presented six preliminary drafts for input for the Second Appeal, mentioning that Atlanta is desegregated, there is still discrimination in levels of banking credit allocated to white businesses as opposed to Black businesses, and there are many issues, including environmental justice. The Committee scheduled a meeting on February 28 to continue work. 4 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The Atlanta Inquirer is publishing a special supplement to celebrate the 40th Reunion of the Atlanta Students Civil Rights Movement detailing the young warriors who played an indispensable role in making Atlanta an international city and a Mecca for Blacks. Several events are planned for Friday evening, August 4, including a Grand Reunion. Participants are requested to share their memories, photos, and a short bio. The Reunion Celebration will begin on Friday, March 31, and continue through Sunday, April 2, and culminating activities celebrating the founding of The Atlanta Inquirer will begin in April and continue to October. 2 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Inquirer Correspondence From John Smith to "Trailblazer", February 29, 2000
Date Created
2000-02-29
Description
The Atlanta Inquirer is publishing a special supplement to celebrate the 40th Reunion of the Atlanta Students Civil Rights Movement detailing the young warriors who played an indispensable role in making Atlanta an international city and a Mecca for Blacks. Several events are planned for Friday evening, August 4, including a Grand Reunion. Participants are requested to share their memories, photos, and a short bio. The Reunion Celebration will begin on Friday, March 31, and continue through Sunday, April 2, and culminating activities celebrating the founding of The Atlanta Inquirer will begin in April and continue to October. 2 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda from the 40th anniversary Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on February 10th, 2000. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Civil Rights Committee Agenda, February 10, 2000
Date Created
2000-02-10
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda from the 40th anniversary Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on February 10th, 2000. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The letter is about the success of a reunion celebrating the Student Civil Rights Movement of the 60s, which was well-planned and attended. The letter invites people to attend a formal celebration of the movement on March 31st-April 2, 2000, at Morehouse College campus and to contribute to the founding of a newspaper for the student movement. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Inquirer COAHR 40th Anniversary Invitation, January 28, 2000
Date Created
2000-01-28
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
The letter is about the success of a reunion celebrating the Student Civil Rights Movement of the 60s, which was well-planned and attended. The letter invites people to attend a formal celebration of the movement on March 31st-April 2, 2000, at Morehouse College campus and to contribute to the founding of a newspaper for the student movement. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An invitation letter for the 40th-year commemoration of the Student Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s and a reception is being held on January 18, 2000, at the H.J Russel and Company. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Inquirer Invitation COAHR, January 6, 2000
Date Created
2000-01-06
Description
An invitation letter for the 40th-year commemoration of the Student Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s and a reception is being held on January 18, 2000, at the H.J Russel and Company. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda is from the 40th anniversary Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on January 1st, 2000. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Agenda, January 5, 2000
Date Created
2000-01-05
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda is from the 40th anniversary Civil Rights Movement Planning Committee held on January 1st, 2000. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The Planning Committee meeting held on January 5, 2000, at the Kilgore Campus Center, Morehouse College, discussed reports from the Sub-Committees that presented options for the commemoration of the celebration, with Willis and Karen being asked to work on the exhibit and a more formal notion of the monument. The planning committee compressed the celebration from three days to two, and the draft report from the second appeal committee was discussed, with a discussion of the budget, and members recognizing that money was needed to support the activities such as the full-page advertisement of the second appeal. 5 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Planning Meeting, January 5, 200
Date Created
2000-01-05
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
The Planning Committee meeting held on January 5, 2000, at the Kilgore Campus Center, Morehouse College, discussed reports from the Sub-Committees that presented options for the commemoration of the celebration, with Willis and Karen being asked to work on the exhibit and a more formal notion of the monument. The planning committee compressed the celebration from three days to two, and the draft report from the second appeal committee was discussed, with a discussion of the budget, and members recognizing that money was needed to support the activities such as the full-page advertisement of the second appeal. 5 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special events
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commination of the Atlanta Student Movement event. Featured Figure: Ann Borders-Patterson.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commination of the Atlanta Student Movement event. Featured Figure: Ann Borders-Patterson.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured Figure: Lonnie C. King
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured Figure: Lonnie C. King
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University at Trevor Arnett Hall. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University at Trevor Arnett Hall. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith and Karen Jefferson.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith and Karen Jefferson.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured figure: Frank Smith.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University. Featured figure: Frank Smith.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
Civil Rights activists, leaders, and city officials celebrate the commemoration of the Atlanta Student Movement event at Clark Atlanta University.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
People celebrate at an Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary event. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith, Morehouse President Walter E. Massey, Clark Atlanta University President Thomas W. Cole, and Lonnie C. King standing in-front of Trevor Arnett Hall.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
People celebrate at an Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary event. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith, Morehouse President Walter E. Massey, Clark Atlanta University President Thomas W. Cole, and Lonnie C. King standing in-front of Trevor Arnett Hall.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African American universities and colleges, African American civil rights workers
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
People celebrate at an Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary event. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith in front of Martin Luther King International Chapel and Hugh M. Gloster Hall.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
People celebrate at an Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary event. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith in front of Martin Luther King International Chapel and Hugh M. Gloster Hall.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
People celebrate at an Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary event. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith in front of Martin Luther King International Chapel and Hugh M. Gloster Hall.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
People celebrate at an Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary event. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith in front of Martin Luther King International Chapel and Hugh M. Gloster Hall.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
People celebrate at an Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary event. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith in front of Martin Luther King International Chapel and Hugh Hall.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary, 2000
Date Created
2000
Description
People celebrate at an Atlanta Student Movement 40th Anniversary event. Featured figure: Mary Ann Smith in front of Martin Luther King International Chapel and Hugh Hall.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Race discrimination, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Meeting minutes for the Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights held on May 29th, 2000, and July 15th,2000. The Committee voted to incorporate and elected officers. They also discussed a mobile art exhibit, sought pro bono legal services, and formed a committee on image issues. On July 15, 2000, they discussed financial statements, fundraising, and distribution of a historical marker brochure, as well as student movement images and a 40th-anniversary celebration. They also discussed potential projects, including coalition-building and a proposed educational project, and scheduled their next meeting for September 9, 2000. 3 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR Meeting Minutes, 2000
Date Created
2000
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
Meeting minutes for the Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights held on May 29th, 2000, and July 15th,2000. The Committee voted to incorporate and elected officers. They also discussed a mobile art exhibit, sought pro bono legal services, and formed a committee on image issues. On July 15, 2000, they discussed financial statements, fundraising, and distribution of a historical marker brochure, as well as student movement images and a 40th-anniversary celebration. They also discussed potential projects, including coalition-building and a proposed educational project, and scheduled their next meeting for September 9, 2000. 3 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An agenda for the Committee on the Appeal For Human Rights held on April 29th, 2000. 3 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR Agenda 2000 Notes
Date Created
2000
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
An agenda for the Committee on the Appeal For Human Rights held on April 29th, 2000. 3 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A schedule of events for the 40th-anniversary commemoration event of "An Appeal For Human Rights" and The Atlanta Student Movement from March 31st to April 2nd, 2000 at the Atlanta University Center. 2 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Schedule of Events,2000
Date Created
2000
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
A schedule of events for the 40th-anniversary commemoration event of "An Appeal For Human Rights" and The Atlanta Student Movement from March 31st to April 2nd, 2000 at the Atlanta University Center. 2 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special eventss, African American universities and colleges
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A program for the 40th-anniversary commemoration event of the Appeal for Human Rights and Atlanta Student Movement. 3 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Program, 2000
Date Created
2000
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
A program for the 40th-anniversary commemoration event of the Appeal for Human Rights and Atlanta Student Movement. 3 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special eventss
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
The bylaws of the Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights, Incorporated, outline the membership and dues, the roles and responsibilities of officers, the Executive Committee, and procedures for amendments and dissolution. The Executive Committee administers the organization in the intervals between meetings and keeps minutes of each meeting. The organization can be dissolved according to procedures set forth in its charter under the State of Georgia. 4 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR Bylaws, circa 2000
Date Created
1999/2001
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
The bylaws of the Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights, Incorporated, outline the membership and dues, the roles and responsibilities of officers, the Executive Committee, and procedures for amendments and dissolution. The Executive Committee administers the organization in the intervals between meetings and keeps minutes of each meeting. The organization can be dissolved according to procedures set forth in its charter under the State of Georgia. 4 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Remarks from the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Movement. The author of the remarks states the beginning of the Atlanta Student movement in March of 1960 and the students from the Atlanta University Center joining in the battle for Civil Rights. They used non-violent means such as sit-ins, kneel-ins, and picket lines to push for desegregation and promote the hiring of Black people in higher positions. The students persevered despite facing physical beatings and isolation from friends and family, and their actions quickened the pace of racial desegregation and changed the course of history in Atlanta and the South. Today, the struggle for economic, political, and social parity continues, and the author presents a second "Appeal" to challenge the current generation to take positive action for change. 2 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Remarks, circa 2000
Date Created
1999/2001
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
Remarks from the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Movement. The author of the remarks states the beginning of the Atlanta Student movement in March of 1960 and the students from the Atlanta University Center joining in the battle for Civil Rights. They used non-violent means such as sit-ins, kneel-ins, and picket lines to push for desegregation and promote the hiring of Black people in higher positions. The students persevered despite facing physical beatings and isolation from friends and family, and their actions quickened the pace of racial desegregation and changed the course of history in Atlanta and the South. Today, the struggle for economic, political, and social parity continues, and the author presents a second "Appeal" to challenge the current generation to take positive action for change. 2 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Four certificates were awarded to members of the family, including the mother, aunt, and two brothers. The mother, Julia Gibson, was an active participant in the Civil Rights Movement, and her activism inspired her son John Gibson and Julian Bond to create a program to educate the Black community about the "Student Movement." John, along with Julian and Carl Holman, started the Atlanta Enquirer, a weekly newspaper that provided objective, positive, and comprehensive coverage of the Civil Rights Movement. 5 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR 40th Anniversary Remarks, Acceptance of Certificates, circa 2000
Date Created
1999/2001
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
Four certificates were awarded to members of the family, including the mother, aunt, and two brothers. The mother, Julia Gibson, was an active participant in the Civil Rights Movement, and her activism inspired her son John Gibson and Julian Bond to create a program to educate the Black community about the "Student Movement." John, along with Julian and Carl Holman, started the Atlanta Enquirer, a weekly newspaper that provided objective, positive, and comprehensive coverage of the Civil Rights Movement. 5 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
An Interfaith religious service held at the Martin Luther King Jr International Chapel to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Civil Rights Movement with a litany. As well, there was a commemorative event to unveil the bust of Kasturbai Gandhi and Mahatma Gandhi. Featured figures in the event: Dr. Lawrence Edward Carter, Rev Dr. Beletia Marvray Diamond, Dr. Coretta Scott King, and Dr. Martin Luther King III. The commemorative event was called the Millennium Service and the Atlanta Student Movement litany is featured on page 23. 26 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Morehouse College Millennium Service, circa 2000
Date Created
1999/2001
Description
An Interfaith religious service held at the Martin Luther King Jr International Chapel to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Atlanta Student Civil Rights Movement with a litany. As well, there was a commemorative event to unveil the bust of Kasturbai Gandhi and Mahatma Gandhi. Featured figures in the event: Dr. Lawrence Edward Carter, Rev Dr. Beletia Marvray Diamond, Dr. Coretta Scott King, and Dr. Martin Luther King III. The commemorative event was called the Millennium Service and the Atlanta Student Movement litany is featured on page 23. 26 pages.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, Special eventss, African Americans--Religion
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism