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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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
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
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
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
Dr. Mary Ann Smith Wilson was invited to the 30th Anniversary Salute to the Atlanta University Center Civil Rights Movement, and the organizers had made arrangements for discounted rates. They have also reserved two tickets for her and a guest at no charge for the banquet, and additional tickets may be purchased for $50 each. The schedule of events is enclosed. 1 page.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Correspondence Letter to Mary Ann Smith Wilson From Roxanne Viard, October 1, 1990
Date Created
1990-10-01
Author
Viard, Roxanne
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
Dr. Mary Ann Smith Wilson was invited to the 30th Anniversary Salute to the Atlanta University Center Civil Rights Movement, and the organizers had made arrangements for discounted rates. They have also reserved two tickets for her and a guest at no charge for the banquet, and additional tickets may be purchased for $50 each. The schedule of events is enclosed. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Civil rights, African American pioneers, African American student movements, Special eventss, Associations, institutions, etc.
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
This brochure promoted the Underground Atlanta located between Peachtree St and Central Ave at Alabama St. Underground Atlanta celebrates the city's heritage and vibrant urban environment, offering a mix of sights, sounds, and unique experiences. The Humbug Square Street Market adds a lively turn-of-the-century charm with street fairs and a wide range of merchandise. Visitors can also enjoy diverse dining options in the Old Alabama Eatery food court. 4 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
Underground Atlanta, circa 1990
Date Created
1988/1992
Description
This brochure promoted the Underground Atlanta located between Peachtree St and Central Ave at Alabama St. Underground Atlanta celebrates the city's heritage and vibrant urban environment, offering a mix of sights, sounds, and unique experiences. The Humbug Square Street Market adds a lively turn-of-the-century charm with street fairs and a wide range of merchandise. Visitors can also enjoy diverse dining options in the Old Alabama Eatery food court. 4 pages.
Subject
City planning, Recreation, Special eventss, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta
Collection
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
A summarization of protest demonstration by John Stapleton. The protest was supported by 24 Southern ministers in Atlanta, Georgia in protesting against racial injustice with political leaders. Religious leaders allied with political figures urged love and reconciliation in America. 3 pages.
Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism
COAHR Demonstration, Southern Ministry Support, circa 1960
Date Created
1958/1962
Creator
Committee on the Appeal for Human Rights
Description
A summarization of protest demonstration by John Stapleton. The protest was supported by 24 Southern ministers in Atlanta, Georgia in protesting against racial injustice with political leaders. Religious leaders allied with political figures urged love and reconciliation in America. 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