WHAT: Las Vegas Sun political columnist Jon Ralston, will moderate a town hall-style panel discussion on the ins and outs of the gaming industry. Mark Clayton of the Nevada State Gaming Control Board, Carol O'Hare of the Nevada Council on Gaming Addiction and Alan Feldman senior vice president of public affairs of MGM-MIRAGE, will discuss the state's economic reliance on gaming, how the state controls the gaming industry and the impact of gambling addiction on local communities. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) in the Division of Educational Outreach at UNLV is hosting this free panel discussion, which is open to the public.

WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, from 10 a.m. to noon. Guests should arrive early as seating is limited.

WHERE: UNLV Paradise Campus, Room 133, 851 E. Tropicana Ave.

DETAILS: The OLLI offers intellectually stimulating programs for retired and semi-retired adults, who want to continue their education and meet people with similar interests. There are more than 300 members in the OLLI. For more information, call 702-895-3394.