Matt Jacob

Matt Jacob is a freelance writer based in Las Vegas.

Articles by Matt Jacob

man standing on indoor football field holding Las Vegas Raiders helmet
People | March 13, 2024

Although sports law wasn't his initial goal, Justin Carley has risen up as general counsel and senior VP for the Las Vegas Raiders.

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Research | February 27, 2024

Six years after examining the fallout from the 1 October shooting, UNLV psychology professor Stephen Benning is studying the Dec. 6 shooting. 

Portrait of third year law student D'ahna Scott holding a football
People | February 12, 2024

Law student D’Ahna Scott's experience as a legal intern for the Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee helped kick off her future in sports law. 

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Research | February 7, 2024

Hospitality executives acknowledge the benefits of artificial intelligence, for guests and the bottom line. But many are hesitant to adopt the technology in full — at least for now.

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Campus News | January 16, 2024

Trauma-informed teaching expert Kaitlin Clinnin offers faculty guidance on navigating a potentially challenging semester.

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UNLV History | November 1, 2023

Key alumni tell the story of how UNLV and the Thomas & Mack Center helped the city make it to the big leagues.