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Marilyn Miks oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02962

Abstract

Oral history interview with Marilyn Miks conducted by Shannon Dunlap on November 06, 2009 for the Public School Principalship Oral History Project. In this interview, Miks reflects upon her 14 years as an administrator. She discusses her approach to school administration, how it evolved over time, and challenges that she faced while serving simultaneously as principal of an elementary school and middle school. She discusses the strengths and weaknesses of her training, and provides suggestions for individuals interested in pursuing school administration.

Archival Collection

Lester Earnest oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03237

Abstract

Oral history interview with Lester Earnest conducted by David Schwartz on August 8, 2017 for the Competitive Video Gaming Oral History Project. In this interview, Earnest discusses the beginning of his career in computing, speaking at length about the military SAGE project the he believes was designed to fail. He then talks at length about his work with the Stanford University Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (SAIL) and the development of the computing environment through the 1960s and 1970s. He also talks about his development of the FINGER protocol and the role of artificial intelligence in the early development of video gaming, as well as various individuals who got their start with SAIL before developing modern computing and software systems.

Archival Collection

Do Stiver oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01770

Abstract

Oral history interview with Do Stiver conducted by Irene Arambula on March 17, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Stiver discusses arriving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1946 with her husband and recalls their involvement in numerous businesses. She then describes the Huntridge neighborhood and its development. Stiver later recalls the pollution emitted from the factories and the increase of smog in Henderson, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Ethel Pearson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01453

Abstract

Oral history interview with Ethel Pearson conducted by Mary Palmer on February 26, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Pearson discusses the discrimination and segregation of African American workers inside the hotels and casinos in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Gerald Yurek oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02047

Abstract

Oral history interview with Gerald Yurek conducted by Kellie Yurek on March 09, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Yurek discusses his start and experiences in the illegal gaming scene in Kentucky. He recalls witnessing fixed games and prostitution. Yurek then explains his move into the legal gambling industry in Las Vegas, Nevada in the 1960s.

Archival Collection

Mary Wilson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01998

Abstract

Oral history interview with Mary Wilson conducted by Patricia Conerly on March 23, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview Wilson discusses her personal experiences in Las Vegas, Nevada as an African-American woman living in Las Vegas in the 1950s and onward.

Archival Collection

Alexander Grayson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00723

Abstract

Oral history interview with Alexander Grayson conducted by David Glasco on March 15, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. This interview covers the black experience in Las Vegas, Nevada. Grayson also discusses prejudice, racism, education, and entertainment. Additionally, he recalls relocating to Las Vegas from North Carolina with his family when he was a child.

Archival Collection

Randy Gangwer oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00646

Abstract

Oral history interview with Randy Gangwer conducted by Thomas Hardy on May 17, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Gangwer discusses the importance of gambling, above ground atomic tests, and Southern Nevada’s economic, environmental, and social changes.

Archival Collection

Joe Friedman oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02725

Abstract

Oral history interview with Joe Friedman conducted by David Schwartz on May 26, 2015 for the Table Games Management Oral History Project. In this interview, Friedman discusses his career working in Nevada casinos including Sahara Tahoe, Hard Rock, Green Valley Ranch, Wynn, Palms, and MGM Grand.

Archival Collection

Shirley Mudra oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01346

Abstract

Oral history interview with Shirley Mudra conducted by Barbara Tabach on November 30, 2011 for the Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview Shirley Mudra discusses life as the wife of a Nevada Test Site manager, family life in Las Vegas, Nevada, details of Las Vegas post 1966, and friendships in the city.

Archival Collection