In The News: William F. Harrah College of Hospitality
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UNLV's Harrah College of Hospitality is introducing the state's first undergraduate degree in sports hospitality management, they said in a news release.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas is introducing the state's first undergraduate degree in sport hospitality management, a new program housed within the university's William F. Harrah College of Hospitality.

Aspiring sports management professionals in Nevada now have a new path to enter the growing industry.

UNLV students can soon pursue an undergraduate degree in sport hospitality management.

UNLV says the 120-credit program was built with industry leaders to meet Las Vegas sports workforce demand.

UNLV's William F. Harrah College of Hospitality is introducing the state's first undergraduate degree in sport hospitality management, the college announced Monday.The bachelor's degree program will begin in the fall.

A release from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas said that the new degree hopes to fulfill the workforce demand for sports management professionals.