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Interview no. 1690
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​Emma S. Villa, who grew up nearby Lincoln School and the wife of Luis M. Villa, shares her experiences attending school in South Central. She later worked as a teacher's aide with El Paso Public Schools after her children had grown up. Learn about the importance of education while listening to this oral history. 

Link to the interview: https://scholarworks.utep.edu/interviews/10163/

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Interview no. 1691

In this interview with Luis M. Villa (1934-2024), a long-time resident of South Central El Paso and Dr. Yolanda Chavez Leyva, listen to Mr. Villa's story of growing up in South Central. Learn about sites pertinent to the area, including the Mission Theater, Jefferson High, and Burleson School. 

Link to the interview: https://scholarworks.utep.edu/interviews/10162/ 

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