| Title | Date Created | Description | Subject | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center For Nonviolent Social Change, circa 1990 | 1988/1992 | This document is a booklet about The Martin Luther King Jr. Center For Nonviolent Social Change, Inc. The booklet describes the life and legacy left by Civil Rights Activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his passion for nonviolent activism. The King Center is a continuation of his commitment to teaching nonviolence. The King Center provides various extracurricular activities such as internships and nonviolent conflict training programs for students. The center also served as a Library, Archive, and Museum with an exhibition hall for meetings. 3 pages. | African Americans--Civil rights, Groups and organizations, African American churches, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta | Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism |
| "Civil Rights Activism 'Alive and Well'", March 9, 2000 | 2000-03-09 | 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. | African Americans--Civil rights, African American student movements, Groups and organizations, African American students | Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism |
| Underground Atlanta, circa 1990 | 1988/1992 | 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. | City planning, Recreation, Special eventss, African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta | Mary Ann Smith Wilson, Ruby Doris Smith Robinson Collection on Student Activism |
