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UNLV Sports Innovation Institute Launches Affiliate Program
Introducing the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute Affiliate Program: Empowering Sport Innovators Here at the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our Affiliate Program, inviting […]
Double Trouble: The Risks of Mixing Alcohol and Sports Wagering
UNLV psychology professor and addictions expert Shane W. Kraus partnered on research into the links between sports gambling and binge drinking. From the article: “Our study suggests that sports bettors […]
Revolutionizing Golf Performance: Seamus Power’s Visit to UNLV College of Hospitality’s PGA Golf Management program
March 27, 2024 This week, UNLV College of Hospitality’s PGA Golf Management program had the privilege of hosting professional golfer Seamus Power. During his visit, Power engaged in a comprehensive golf […]
There’s no replicating Las Vegas during March Madness
The Las Vegas Sun featured UNLV Director of Sports Management Dr. Nancy Lough in their March Madness article. From the article: “March Madness basketball is in the DNA of Las […]
‘Circus Meets Medicine’: Treating tumblers, contortionists and hair-hangers
The Las Vegas Review Journal featured UNLV emergency physician, Nathan Hollister, and UNLV Sports Innovation Institute’s Director of Sport Science, John Mercer, in their article about the ‘Circus Meets Medicine’ […]
Big Game Lends Big Opportunity for Boyd Law Student
The 2023 Boyd Law Magazine featured UNLV law student D’Ahna Scott’s impactful Super Bowl internship experience. From the article: Scott, who is pursuing a J.D. with concentrations in both intellectual […]
UNLV students look back fondly on Super Bowl internships
Students representing the UNLV Intercollegiate and Professional Sports Management program and William S. Boyd Law School shared about their opportunities to intern with the Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host […]
Replacing the ‘Sin’ with ‘Sports’: Reinventing Las Vegas
UNLV history professor Michael Green on the continued evolution of pro sports in Las Vegas and its road to the Super Bowl. From the article: Featuring everything from Formula 1 […]
Elevating the Game: UNLV Formally Launches Sports Innovation Institute
Las Vegas’ continued ascent into a global sports and entertainment powerhouse received a boost in December with the official launch of the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute (SII). Initially formed in 2018 as an […]
