Oral history interview with Lucela M. Wattin conducted by Stefani Evans on December 6, 2021 for Reflections: The Las Vegas Asian American and Pacific Islander Oral History Project.
Lucela shares memories of her life growing up in Cebu Province, Philippines and being raised by her mother and grandparents after her father's death. She talks about immigrating to the United States under her fiancée's visa, moving to Chinatown in Las Vegas, and her work as a busser at the Excalibur Hotel. Lucela discusses how joining the Culinary Workers Union improved her work conditions and benefits, and how she is working with the union and a legal attorney to help her daughter immigrate to America. She also shares her favorite Filipino dishes (sinagang, chicken adobo, and bugas mais), holiday traditions, and what life was like when casinos shut down during COVID-19.
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The Stephen G. Brown Literary Papers (approximately 1974-2020) consist of the literary work of University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) professor Stephen G. Brown. The collection contains journals, sketch books, published and unpublished manuscripts, and literary criticism articles written by Brown. Collection also includes digital files relating to Brown's work as an author.
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From the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Theta Theta Omega Chapter Records (MS-01014) -- Chapter records file.
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Harry Fagel grew up in the Las Vegas Jewish community and works as a Lieutenant with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Harry is also a published poet with two books of poetry. Seen here at a favorite establishment, En Fuego Cigar Lounge at 790 Coronado Center Drive in Henderson.
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Harry Fagel grew up in the Las Vegas Jewish community and works as a Lieutenant with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Harry is also a published poet with two books of poetry. Seen here at a favorite establishment, En Fuego Cigar Lounge at 790 Coronado Center Drive in Henderson.
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Harry Fagel grew up in the Las Vegas Jewish community and works as a Lieutenant with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Harry is also a published poet with two books of poetry. Seen here at a favorite establishment, En Fuego Cigar Lounge at 790 Coronado Center Drive in Henderson.
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