The UNLV Sports Innovation Institute connects academic expertise with industry innovation. We offer two types of affiliate membership, each designed to foster collaboration, advance research, and strengthen the sports industry ecosystem.
Sport Industry Affiliate
For professionals and organizations working in the sports industry
Benefits Include:
• Access to UNLV Sports Innovation Institute Scholars for collaboration and expertise
• Ability to propose research and innovation projects
• Visibility on institute social media platforms
• Opportunities to serve as guest lecturers in sport-related classes
• Access to talented students for internships and partnerships
Affiliate Scholar
For academic faculty members engaged in sport-related scholarship
Benefits Include:
• Eligibility for research grants
• Access to industry connections and project support
• Innovation and economic development resources
• Promotion across institute social media platforms and at special events
• Support for course development and micro-credentials/certificate programs
• Ability to nominate students for sport innovation awards
Key Expectations:
• Active mentoring of students in sport innovation areas
• Engagement in scholarship, curriculum development, industry partnerships, or community projects
• Availability to consult with sport industry partners
• Recognition of institute affiliation
