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Institute for the Study of Gambling and Commercial Gaming-025

College of Business Administration
Reno, NV 89557-0208

Phone: (775) 784-1442
Fax: (775) 784-1057

University of Nevada, Reno
Maintained by: Mikel Alvarez
alvarezm@unr.nevada.edu
Last Modified: 4/24/2008

INFORMATION / LINKS

This page recommends websites that are suitable for research and information in the gaming industry. 
Please click on the options listed below:

	You can view information and research articles about the gaming industry.
	You can view information and events of different gaming commissions and boards.
	You can view information and events of different associations, councils and institutes .
	You can visit the sites of gaming publishing companies and review their selections.
	You can get up to date news on what is happening in the gaming industry.
	You can view sites which contain tips for the gambler.
	You can view sites with job opportunities and selections.

• gamingfloor.com   
  
  Focused primarily at management and employees in the gaming industry, the site provides easy access to worldwide casino related information.
   
• The Gaming Studies Collection
  
  At the UNLV Libraries is the finest collection of gaming research that exists. Dave Schwartz, Gaming Studies Coordinator, heads this collection and he has put together a most informative website for those researching the topic.
   
• Urbino
  
  Access to articles on casinos and gaming; links to sites featuring information on wagering, game probability and the mathematics of gaming; and useful Excel spreadsheets to assist in analysing gaming operations.  A bundle of information that will be a valuable resource to any Casino Manager, Gaming Manager or student of Gaming Operations for now and decades to come.
   
• Internet Jurisdiction

  ABA Internet Jurisdiction Public Law/Gaming Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
   

• Problemgambling.com

  Research the subject of problem gambling, find assistance, browse for the right products and services, link to other sites that are doing related work, and buy literature and other materials on line.
   

• Electronic Journal of Gambling Issues

  Several articles on policy,clinical/therapy developments, research, and a short welcoming editorial.
   

• Gambling Licenses.com

  Information resources for the internet gambling industry.  Start an online site, seek a license, source gaming software.  Includes worldwide gaming jurisdictions, regulations, legal issues, e-payment methods, testing agencies, & gaming associations.
   

• Gaming Law US

  Gambling laws in the United States at the state and federal levels are examined in depth.  The statutory gambling law in each state is presented in full text.  A chart answering common state gambling law questions is included, as are articles explaining different aspects of gambling laws.

• Nevada Gaming Commission and State Gaming Control Board

  Information about the structure of the Gaming Commission and Gaming Control Board in the State of Nevada. Other information of interest includes the various departments and contact numbers, statistics, and publications which can be ordered from the Board.

• The Mississippi Gaming Commission

  The Mississippi Gaming Commission enforces the Gaming Control Act and Charitable Gaming Laws of the State of Mississippi.  The website provides information about the structure, regulations, and procedures of the Mississippi Gaming Commission and regional industry statistics.
   

• The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement

  The Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) is the investigative and enforcement agency, which together with the Casino Control Commission (CCC), maintains the integrity of the casino industry. The DGE is part of the Department of Law and Public Safety. It is led by a Director who is appointed by the Governor. The mission of the DGE includes investigating casino license applicants, insuring integrity, monitoring casino operations and scrutinizing gaming equipment.
   

• Michigan Gaming Control Board

  This website has information on issues with the state of Michigan, plus several other states gaming control boards.  You can view websites of other states by clicking on the gaming in the U.S. heading in the lefthand topics column.

• The Australian Institute for Gambling Research (AIGR)

  The Australian Institute for Gambling Research (AIGR) is an independent research centre located at the University of Western Sydney (UWS). It is the only independent national centre of expertise in gambling studies in Australia, with an Advisory Board of leading academics and community representatives.
   

• European Association for the Study of Gambling

  The European Association for the Study of Gambling (EASG) is organizing the Central and Eastern European Conference on Gambling Studies and Policy Issues, September 21-23, 2000 in Warsaw, Poland.
   

• National Indian Gaming Association

  The National Indian Gaming Association is an organization of over 150 sovereign Indian Nations as well as other non-voting associate members interested in the preservation of  sovereignty and protection of the economic rights in tribal gaming and economic development enterprises.   The web page has basic information on the Indian gaming industry.
   

• North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries   

  The North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) has assembled extensive information on problem gambling and gambling research as  well as material on lotteries.
   

• National Association for Gambling Studies, Inc.

  This is one of the original web sites on compulsive gambling. Their mission is simple, to advocate for compulsive gamblers.  Their site includes articles about the two different types of compulsive gamblers, articles about seniors, men & women.
   

• National Council on Problem Gambling, Inc.

  The National Council on Problem Gambling, Inc. disseminates information about problem and pathological (compulsive) gambling and promotes the development of services for people afflicted with the disorder.  The page is linked to their state affiliates nationwide.
   

• National Center for Responsible Gaming

  The National Center for Responsible Gaming funds scientific research on problem and underage gambling.  The information includes funded research, fund applications, press releases, and more links.
   

• International Association of Gaming Regulators

  The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) is an organization of gaming regulators from around the world who communicate on a continuing basis about matters of common interest and convene annually at a formal meeting.
   

• Nevada Council on Problem Gambling

  The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling was incorporated as a volunteer non-profit agency in September of 1984 and is one of 34 state affiliates of the National Council on Problem Gambling. The Council is neutral on the issue of legalized gambling, focusing its efforts solely on the issue of problem gambling as it affects our citizens, businesses and communities in the state of Nevada.
   

• Arizona Council on Compulsive Gambling, Inc.

  This is one of the original web sites on compulsive gambling. Their mission is simple, to advocate for compulsive gamblers.  Their site includes articles about the two different types of compulsive gamblers, articles about seniors, men & women.
   

• Responsible Gambling Council of Ontario, Canada
  
  Includes a weekly newscan of news on problem gambling worldwide.
   
• South African National Responsible Gaming Programme
  
  Funded entirely by the private sector, this web-site integrates treatment, research and education that address the unique challenges posed by South Africa's developing nation environment. 
   
• LotteryInsider

  The website with complete information on lottery, online gaming, bingo, and gaming news. Lottery links, statistics, and more featured here.

• Gambler's Book Club

  The World's Oldest and Largest shop devoted to gambling. Reviews by Howard Schwartz on the latest books on gaming, in addition to access to the widest variety of publications written on the games, sports betting, horseracing and other topics.
   

• Two Plus Two Publishing   

  Publishers of the finest books on poker and other gambling topics by David Sklansky, Mason Malmuth, Ray Zee, and Lynne Loomis.
   

• Huntington Press

  Nevada's premier publishing company.

• Las Vegas Review Journal

  The online home for business and gaming news.
   

• Las Vegas Sun

  Your complete guide to Las Vegas hot topics.
   

• Reno Gazette Journal

  Whether you're looking for local news, sports, business, entertainment or just want to find some cool places to visit on the web, we aim to be your guide for the Reno and Tahoe area.

   

• Ready Bet Go

  Whatever your casino game, we've got what it takes to help you prepare to win. If you're learning for the first time or you're looking for advanced gambling advice, let ReadyBetGo be your source!
   

• Rolling Good Times Online   

  Featured inside are betting strategy articles; gambling news stories; sports picks and advice; stories and free advice on horseracing; online gambling news; and much more. With a long list of gambling experts and a database of hundreds of news, feature and advice stories, RGT Online has had a finger on the pulse of the gaming  world since 1995 and remains the number- one gambling authority on the Internet.
   

• The Mathematics of Blackjack

  Various articles on the game of blackjack by some leading scholars on the subject.
  
   

• Casino Careers Online   

  Casino Careers Online is a web site which allows employees and graduating students interested in careers in the gaming industry, to create and post their resumes for free. They can create Job Profiles which serve as search engines to come up in a match for the position(s) they seek (including the title of "Internship", for graduating students). Gaming Corporations access the database and can contact Candidates via email, or post their job openings.
   

• Traci McCarty, Inc.  

  The firm's primary focus is that of executive search and consulting for Indian Gaming Clients and manufacturers that support them.  They also provide services to Tribal Councils, Gaming Commissions and other associated organizations.  In addition to their Executive Search Division, they also maintain an active Consulting and Workshop division, (TMI Works).