Report highlights multi-faceted partnership between university and Nevada’s largest employer
Las Vegas, February 25, 2025 – MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) (“MGM Resorts” or the “Company”) announced the publication of its inaugural 2024 Impact Report showcasing achievements of an ongoing collaboration between the University of Nevada – Las Vegas (UNLV) and MGM Resorts. The report highlights the remarkable strides that both organizations have collectively made to foster innovation, develop talent and strengthen community ties. The partnership, which began in 2006, includes financial contributions, talent recruitment, educational programs and student engagement.
“The partnership is essential because it builds a strong talent pipeline across hospitality, gaming, business, engineering and public policy,” said Wanda Gispert, Vice President of Human Resources Global Development at MGM Resorts. “By investing in eduation and training, we help students and employees grow their careers while driving industry innovation.”
Highlights and accomplishments outlined in the report include:
- MGM Resorts hired more than 440 students and graduates from UNLV in 2024.
- MGM Resorts has more than 1,800 employees that attended UNLV, with more than 600 currently in leadership positions.
- The Hospitality Internship Program (HIP) at MGM Resorts offers college students a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in the hospitality industry. In 2024, UNLV students had a 50% placement rate in the areas of Human Resources, Casino Marketing/Gaming, Event Production/Special Events and Hotel Strategy.
- MGM Resorts hosted its second UNLV Insiders Tour at the Bellagio Fountain Club, during the Las Vegas Grand Prix race, offering an exclusive look into the intricate planning and execution behind an iconic entertainment experience. The session was offered to 120 students, faculty, and administrators from diverse disciplines—including hospitality, engineering, special events, marketing and finance.
- In 2024, UNLV hosted more than 800 international students from 84 countries. The university collaborates with MGM Resorts to place international students and graduates in job assignments, providing valuable work experience and creating opportunities to support future global development projects.
The partnership is anchored by the MGM Resorts and UNLV Joint Committee which brings leaders from both organizations together to align academic initiatives with industry needs. They drive projects that benefit students, faculty and MGM Resorts global operations.
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About MGM Resorts International
MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is an S&P 500® global entertainment company with national and international locations featuring best-in-class hotels and casinos, state-of-the-art meetings and conference spaces, incredible live and theatrical entertainment experiences, and an extensive array of restaurant, nightlife and retail offerings. MGM Resorts creates immersive, iconic experiences through its suite of Las Vegas-inspired brands. The MGM Resorts portfolio encompasses 31 unique hotel and gaming destinations globally, including some of the most recognizable resort brands in the industry. The Company's 50/50 venture, BetMGM, LLC, offers U.S. sports betting and online gaming through market-leading brands, including BetMGM and partypoker. The Company is currently pursuing targeted expansion in Asia through the integrated resort opportunity in Japan. Through its “Focused on What Matters: Embracing Humanity and Protecting the Planet” philosophy, MGM Resorts commits to creating a more sustainable future, while striving to make a bigger difference in the lives of its employees, guests, and in the communities where it operates. For more information, please visit us at www.mgmresorts.com. Please also connect with us @MGMResortsIntl on Twitter as well as Facebook and Instagram.
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