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William F. Harrah College of Hospitality News

The William F. Harrah College of Hospitality is among the highest ranked hospitality management programs in the world. By blending classroom and real-world experience, our students receive a well-rounded and affordable pathway towards a successful career.

Current Hospitality News

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Campus News |

From artful storytelling to belly dance, a study abroad fair to global Thanksgiving feast, this year’s International Education Week will infuse campus with extra flair and flavor.

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Campus News |

The initiative serves as the university’s central hub for international programs and initiatives.

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Some of the biggest news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.

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Campus News |

A selection of top news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.

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People |

David Ross credits UNLV for helping him fulfill his boyhood dream of reaching the pinnacle of the casino management business. Which is why the 2025 Fred C. Albrecht Outstanding Alumnus is always there whenever his alma mater needs him.

Kasra Ghaharian and students involved in State of AI report
Research |

This latest initiative from the International Gaming Institute is setting the standard for ethical AI use in the industry.

Hospitality In The News

KSNV-TV: News 3

Visitors to Las Vegas are noticing thinner crowds at popular spots like the airport and the Strip, and many are embracing the change.

Morning Star

These days, local taxes can easily add more than $100 to the bill for a hotel stay - and the businesses don't even get the money. Your hotel bill may soon be getting higher - and it could have nothing to do with the room rate.

MarketWatch

Your hotel bill may soon be getting higher — and it could have nothing to do with the room rate. A number of cities are upping the taxes they levy on hotel guests. The add-on expense, sometimes referred to as a “bed tax” or “tourist tax,” can equate to hundreds of dollars in certain instances, depending on the locale and how long a guest stays.

KTNV-TV: ABC 13

It’s dinner and a show — with a deadly twist! Kylie’s 21st… and Last is an interactive murder mystery experience created by seniors in UNLV’s College of Hospitality, featuring performances by undergraduate Theatre majors. Guests will enjoy a four-course meal with passed hors d’oeuvres, charcuterie, surf & turf, and dessert, all while trying to solve the evening’s mysterious crime. It’s a one-of-a-kind night that blends food, performance, and fun — and best of all, proceeds benefit student scholarships in both Hospitality and Theatre. Suspense never tasted so good!

CasinoBeats

Mention Las Vegas to just about anyone, and images of the Strip with its bright lights, casinos, and unmatched energy likely come to mind. But beneath the shine, Las Vegas isn’t having its best moment. Although it might not be obvious to the average visitor, the city has been quietly battling a slowdown.

CasinoBeats

Mention Las Vegas to just about anyone, and images of the Strip with its bright lights, casinos, and unmatched energy likely come to mind. But beneath the shine, Las Vegas isn’t having its best moment. Although it might not be obvious to the average visitor, the city has been quietly battling a slowdown.

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Recent Hospitality Accomplishments

Christopher Cain, Ph.D., and Ph.D. candidate Junghoon Lee (both Hospitality) collaborated with researchers from Syracuse University to explore the impact of weather-related variables on the performance of all PGA Tour golfers across tournaments over seven full seasons. Their study, "Forecasters of Success: Atmospheric Conditions and…
The article "Local support factors in integrated resort development: a study of Japanese residents" was recently published in the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. In the article, co-authors Jungsun (Sunny) Kim, Eunmi Song, Boran Kim, and Choong-Ki Lee (all Hospitality) investigate the perceived positive…
Jungoon Lee and Christopher Cain (both Hospitality) are co-authors on the recent article, "Momentum in professional golf: A fixed effects reassessment of the hot and cold hand fallacy." Published in the Journal of Sports Analytics, the study uses a fixed statistical model to re-examine the phenomenon of "streakiness" in golf. The study also…
Amanda Belarmino (Hospitality) is now an editorial advisory board member for the Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Technology (JHTT). Belarmino was invited to serve on the editorial advisory board in recognition of her outstanding contributions and commitment to advancing research in hospitality and tourism technology. JHTT is ranked in…
Assistant professor Juliana R. V. Tkatch (Hospitality) published the research article, "Following the Money: Tracing the Relationship Between Inbound Tourism, Industry Performance, and National Development," in which the authors investigated the relationship between inbound tourism and national economic development in Brazil, focusing on the…
Jungsun (Sunny) Kim (Hospitaliy) is included in the Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List for 2025. Kim has been on the list since 2021 (see Kim's profile). This prestigious list highlights the world’s leading scientists who have made a substantial research impact in their respective fields. Developed jointly by Stanford…