Topic: sports and recreation

a UNLV football helmet placed on the turf with an Allegiant Stadium sign and empty bleachers visible in the background
Campus News | January 31, 2024

As the nation's most-watched sports entertainment event rolls into town, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.

close up of athlete preparing to run on track
Business and Community | January 26, 2024

Longtime initiative expands with vote from NSHE regents; interdisciplinary institute advances sports science, business, and performance while supporting booming sports economy and workforce.  

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
Business and Community | August 18, 2023

A robust internship program with the Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee is a win for the community and UNLV students.

Portrait of Kiarra Osotio
People | August 16, 2023

Interning with the Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee is a touchdown for business major Kiarra Osotio’s educational journey.

UNLV cheerleaders waving pom poms during football game
Business and Community | June 13, 2023

New report from Center for Business and Economic Research unveils impact of the emerging sports mecca’s transformation on Strip, Southern Nevada, and residents of all ages.

replica cannon with signage above saying "Rebels"
UNLV History | January 27, 2023

The winner of the annual rivalry game between Nevada's two universities gets one of college football's most memorable trophies.

woman running in pool
Research | May 4, 2022

Kinesiology professor John Mercer turned a love of triathlons into a vector for research into wetsuit technology and underwater running.