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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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
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
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