BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

The College of Business hosts the 2025 International Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium

Hosted by the Ozmen Center for Entrepreneurship, the annual event celebrates women’s achievements in business and inspires future changemakers across Northern Nevada

University of Nevada, Reno awarded ‘Innovation and Economic Prosperity’ designation by APLU

Association of Public Land-grant designation acknowledges public research universities supporting economic development

Nevada Small Business Development Center celebrates SBDC Day, honoring outstanding small businesses and entrepreneurs 

Award winners are helping to drive Nevada's economy forward

AI-driven research uncovers how physician media choice shapes online patient experience

Voice or text? New study reveals when text outperforms voice in online healthcare communication

Wildfire smoke increases borrowing costs for healthcare facilities, researchers find

Team including University researcher says costs of care may be driven higher

‘Twenty Under 40’ recognizes three affiliated with College of Business

Program recognizes contributions of young professionals in Reno-Tahoe

Mathewson Gateway Project named Best Education and Higher Education Project in the nation

P3 Awards recognize innovative public-private partnerships that expand educational facilities

Family Business Program launched in University’s College of Business

Ozmen Center for Entrepreneurship initiative features symposiums, networking opportunities

Greater Nevada Clean Cities and Communities Coalition reaches milestone

Initiative spearheaded by Business Environmental Program supports cleaner transportation

LaunchNevada draws entrepreneurial pitches from across campus

The College of Business initiative supports students’ creation of business concepts

Mason Moschetti is the University’s Herz Gold Medal winner

The College of Business grad has earned the highest grade point average with the most letter-graded credits

University team finishes in top 10 in national entrepreneurship competition

Proposal for AI-powered recycling bins selected from field of 15,000 entrants

Professionals and students learn, connect at risk management seminar

College of Business program welcomes public-sector risk managers for wide-ranging discussion

A "center of gravity" for global engagement: New center to increase University's international impact

Students, faculty, staff, and alumni gathered to celebrate the opening of the E.L. Cord Center for Global Engagement

Ozmen Center for Entrepreneurship celebrates 10 years of leadership

Center in University of Nevada, Reno College of Business focused on bringing ideas to reality

Business Environmental Program wins major EPA grant

College of Business program plans work with auto-body shops to cut pollution

Inaugural Pitch Mayhem Reno event to be held at University’s Innevation Center Nov. 18

Tech startups showcase their innovative companies in a tournament-style pitch competition during Global Entrepreneurship Week

Industry Insider Speaker Series links students with business leaders

New College of Business initiative kicks off with conversation spotlighting top financial executive

Ask the Professor: What makes a master manipulator?

Dan Jones answers questions about the dark triad of personality traits, Machiavellianism and how to deal with master manipulators

Paving the Way: A student's role in the Mathewson Gateway Project

Jack Nowling plays a role in creation of new home for College of Business

University’s Innevation Center a primary venue for second Reno Startup Week

Week-long event to facilitate interactions with investors, customers and influencers to promote region’s entrepreneurial community

University of Nevada students work with startups in the new study abroad program in Warsaw

Initiative at Google for Startups campus breaks new ground for international studies program

40 receive master’s degrees in Executive MBA ceremony

College of Business program strengthens skills of experienced professionals

Risk & Insurance Professional Studies program set to launch as a minor

Supported by Nevada Surplus Lines Association, the program posts strong enrollment growth

Nevada Tech Hub, led by University of Nevada, Reno, awarded $21 million from the U.S. Economic Development Administration

Funding will advance lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state

New Aerospace & Defense Academy to launch at the University of Nevada, Reno with $1.13M gift from Eren & Fatih Ozmen

Eren & Fatih Ozmen continue decade-long legacy of giving to the University

Forbes Africa honors Mandela Washington Fellow alumnus at University

Sierra Leone’s Jeremiah Thoronka, member of 2023 cohort, spotlighted as a rising leader

President Sandoval honored as NCET’s 2024 Technology Hall of Fame recipient

University leaders, programs and businesses recognized as top contributors to Northern Nevada’s technological community at NCET Dragonfly Energy Technology Awards

Strong advisory board supports new Supply Chain and Transportation Management program in College of Business

Industry leaders set clear direction to serve fast-growing economic sector in Nevada

Sigellac wins $50,000 Sontag Entrepreneurship Competition

Now in 13th year, competition generates an ecosystem of startups in northern Nevada

Nevada Student Investment Organization places 28th out of 42 teams at the Rotman International Trading Competition

Students in the Investment Club travel to Toronto and make waves for the University

Sagebrushers season 3 ep. 1: College of Business Dean Gregory Mosier

College of Business prepares for the future of business education, enhanced business partnerships and the new building on the south end of campus

University of Nevada, Reno Beta Alpha Psi shines at BAP Mid-Year Meeting 2024

A recap of success in innovation

Establishing the effectiveness of health personnel development aid toward the United Nations’ sustainable development goals

Researchers find a breakthrough from the perspective of nurses and midwives

Faces of the Pack: Jasmine Stanley

From University graduate to assistant dean at the College of Business: A journey of resilience, leadership and inspiring success for future generations

University of Nevada, Reno wins 2024 CFA Institute Research Challenge

Students move on to Western U.S. level to compete regionally

University of Nevada, Reno's Sean Wilkoff becomes MSRB's new visiting scholar

Sean Wilkoff connects the College of Business and Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board

Nevada’s Interim Finance Committee approves $7.5 million for Nevada’s Tech Hub

In Oct. 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada, led by the University of Nevada, Reno, was named one of the inaugural 31 Regional Tech Hubs

Grads of the Pack: Alexandra Pierce

University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe Business Marketing student Alexandra Pierce wins first place in the semi-annual Preger-Tahoe Prize Creative Idea Challenge

From Singapore to Argentina, recounting the Nevada Global Business Program's first full year abroad since 2019

The College of Business completes seven Nevada Global Business trips in 2023

Business graduates set records with the winter class of 2023

College of Business awards the most degrees during University’s Winter Commencement

EDAWN Coin presentations bookend 2023

Research & Innovation leaders recognized for contributions to Reno-Sparks regional economic development efforts

Beta Alpha Psi achieves Superior Chapter recognition at the College of Business

The Zeta Iota chapter earns honor for 17th year as a result of active engagement in professional and community events

Navigating the global gaming industry: A recap of the 2023 Executive Development Program

Sixty-four executives participated in EDP to work on strategic case studies and grow professionally

Small business survey finds Nevada business owners facing similar challenges to those faced in 2022

Nevada Small Business Development Center examines the needs of small businesses around the state

Faces of the Pack: Angelica Perez

Breaking barriers

Lithium and EV Symposium unites industry stakeholders in Nevada

The College of Business hosts 125 stakeholders to ignite collaboration in the lithium and electric vehicle sectors

Breaking ground on innovation: University reveals vision for new Business Building

College of Business leadership discuss exciting resources to be offered to students and faculty in fall 2025

2,200 students attend College of Business career events during the fall semester

The College’s events resulted in record attendance and vital professional connection

The Business Education Mission leads to connections with international markets and the hosting of foreign investment agencies

College of Business faculty plan future projects with global resources in small business development

Beta Alpha Psi in the College of Business hosts the annual Meet the Firms Night

Accounting firms in Nevada and California network with students and plan out future careers and employment

The Northern Nevada International Center spearheads U.S.- Korea bi-lateral trade relations program with Korea

The U.S. - ROK Global Supply Chain Leaders Program aims to foster broader awareness of the U.S. - ROK bilateral trade relationship, and to gain a deeper understanding of how the two countries create secure, sustainable and resilient global supply chains

The College of Business greets more than 3,400 new and returning students for the fall 2023 semester

Students started the 2023 fall semester at the University of Nevada, Reno the week of Aug. 28, 2023

The Small Business Development Center aims to assist businesses with survey

Data collected from the surveys can help small businesses tackle common issues

Inaugural Reno Startup Week is Sept. 25-29

More than 40 free workshops, speaking and networking events; on track to be largest community-business event ever in Reno

Cary Groth receives recognition as a Game Changer

The Sports Business Journal highlights the Sports Management Program at the University of Nevada, Reno

Faces of the Pack: Jessica FitzWilliam

Former Nevada Soccer goalkeeper provides insight to athletes on overcoming adversity within sports and life

The Nevada Small Business Development Center hosts a class series for entrepreneurs

NXLeveL classes will provide entrepreneurs networking skills and lessons from mentors on how to build a better business

Executive MBA graduation ceremony highlights College of Business graduate students and their achievements

Students reflect on accomplishing a master's degree in the College of Business

Young African leaders visit University of Nevada, Reno campus to collaborate in the fields of business and entrepreneurship

Mandela Washington Fellowship Program for Young African Leaders worked with faculty from the College of Business

Faces of the Pack: Ania Calvillo-Mason

First-generation student from the College of Business and startup champion proudly serves her community

Nevada Global Business Program sends undergraduate and graduate students to London, England

Students visit businesses in London and attend classes abroad

What food companies do not tell their customers about the health halo

College of Business researchers share ways to better understand the nutritional value of plant-based meat alternatives compared to traditional beef

Meet your Nevada ASUN College of Business Senators

Student-run Senate empowers student voices and improvement at the University of Nevada, Reno

International Trade Program draws connections with global companies through student research

The International Trade Program works to increase global exportation

Sagebrushers season 2 ep. 7: Meet Cary Groth

Former Nevada Athletics director now oversees the College of Business Sports Management programs

College of Business hosts Nevada Tourism and Hospitality Industry Sector symposium

University of Nevada, Reno graduate students present to community organizations

Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents approves University of Nevada, Reno Mathewson University Gateway Project

The agreement was signed on Friday, June 9

College of Business undergraduate attends United States Hispanic Leadership Institute

Andre Haro Perez shares his experience as a leader within his community

Start-up school competition hosted by College of Business and Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication

Ten teams compete in Azerbaijan to launch their business in the United States

Nevada Business Environmental Program partners with Washoe County

Program within the College of Business helps businesses improve air quality practices

College of Business awards 519 degrees at Spring Commencement

The College boasts the highest number of degrees awarded from a singular academic unit this semester

Research from College of Business explores impact of celebrity endorsement of cryptocurrency

Findings show increased likelihood of scams in celebrity-endorsed initial coin offerings

Faces of the Pack: Camellia Chang

Chang discusses her time at the University and receiving four degrees in four years

College of Business provides unique learning opportunity with international flair

University partnership with the University of Rome Tor Vergata continues to evolve

College of Business hosts roundtable networking event featuring local leaders in technology industry

The Women in Tech initiative supports the advancement of women in the traditionally male-dominated field of technology

College of Business Career and Corporate Outreach Center provides job development opportunities

Center’s events help students to build a professional network early in their careers

Mimirs Well-Ness wins Sontag Entrepreneurship Competition

Annual $50,000 award funded by businessman, alumnus Rick Sontag

College of Business recognizes outstanding students and researchers

Annual Honors and Awards Banquet, hosted by Business Student Council, celebrates academic excellence

College of Business Sports Management program announces partnership with WeCOACH

WeCOACH is a national nonprofit dedicated to the recruitment and development of female coaches in sports

University Center for Economic Development awarded grant from Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation

The grant is one of eight awarded throughout the state to academic organizations and students

Student-led business startups compete for $50,000 award

2023 Sontag Entrepreneurship Award Competition announces five finalists

College of Business hosts 28 MBA students from Switzerland

Visiting business students undertake projects with northern Nevada companies

College of Business to host second annual Sports Management Tahoe Summit May 15-17

Event features fireside chat with Emily Prazer, with the Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix

College of Business strengthens international learning programs

Students gain insights that strengthen their preparation for futures in a global economy

College of Business researchers investigate if gender quota laws lead to increased perception of tokenism

Women on boards of directors viewed as tokens to lesser extent when gender quota minimum is exceeded

Small grants support big entrepreneurial dreams across University campus

LaunchNevada Initiative by Ozmen Center for Entrepreneurship supports student startups

What is ChatGPT?

Assistant Professor of Information Systems Alan Yang explains the basics of ChatGPT

LaunchNevada to host entrepreneurship event on Feb. 23

The LaunchNevada initiative promotes student entrepreneurship at the University of Nevada, Reno

Ozmen Center for Entrepreneurship to host International Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium

The conference will be held in person on March 7 and 8

Students meet international business leaders during Nevada Global Business trip to Singapore

The trip focused on the role of culture and history in business

College of Business Executive MBA program ranked No. 51 by U.S. News

Online graduate program at the University of Nevada, Reno continues to receive national recognition

University of Nevada, Reno celebrates the completion of the Gateway Parking Complex

The 814-space complex opened to the University community on Jan. 20

Dr. Amir Talaei-Khoei named associate dean of School of Social Work

The appointment will support interdisciplinary research between information systems and social work

Research finds link between increase in symptoms of depression and anxiety and 2020 presidential election

National data tracked participant's self-reported symptoms, prescription drug use and mental-health office visits.

EMBA student gives TEDxReno talk on importance of giving back

Liv Moore, a public relations professional in the entertainment industry, to graduate from EMBA program in 2023

MBA students at the University of Nevada, Reno create marketing plan to help launch local brewery

Classes in the College of Business often work with local businesses to provide free business development assistance

Student-run professional closet reinstated during annual Business Week

Business Student Council at the University of Nevada, Reno creates a free pop-up closet, open to all students

Nevada hunters generate millions in economic impact for rural communities

New study reveals spending on big game and upland game hunting

Supply Chain and Transportation Management program selects its first director

The program, funded by ITS Logistics, will begin offering classes in early 2023

University of Nevada, Reno in negotiations with Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate to develop Mathewson University Gateway project

The proposed project will create a physical link between the University and Downtown Reno

Nevada Small Business Challenges Survey reveals what new and existing businesses face post-pandemic

Significant challenges for small business owners include securing debt and dealing with inflation

Online Executive MBA program graduates 38 students in 10th cohort

College of Business program accelerates careers of international graduates

Annual Society for the Advancement of Behavioral Economics conference held in Northern Nevada

The University of Nevada, Reno hosted preconference workshops for international scholars on campus

University Center for Economic Development names new director

The center will continue to operate under new leadership and a five-year grant from federal and local funding

College of Business wins bid to host the AMCIS conference in 2026

The Americas Conference on Information Systems is the largest conference in the world for IS scholars

Nevada Small Business Development Center selects new director

Winnie Dowling, longtime deputy director of the center, takes on new role

University of Nevada, Reno student launches innovative new beverage delivery service

Shiva Kittusamy designed his startup, AYCE Delivery Inc, for college campuses

The impact of media coverage on the non-fungible token (NFT) market

New research from the University of Nevada, Reno and Vanderbilt University shows the media educates investors rather than hyping the NFT market

Eren Ozmen listed among top 10 on Forbes’ 2022 list of most successful self-made women

Accomplished University of Nevada, Reno alumna places in coveted business list since its inception

Innevation Center to host gener8tor Reno-Tahoe Accelerator Program 2022

Applications open for accelerator offering connections and $100K investment to high-growth startups

Douglas Boyle named Associate Vice Provost for Research and Creative Activities in Lake Tahoe

Longtime University of Nevada, Reno faculty member brings experience to new position after Sierra Nevada University acquisition; appointment to begin July 1

U.S. News ranks three University of Nevada, Reno online graduate programs as top in the country

Nursing, executive MBA and education recognized as “2022 Best Online Programs”

Inaugural Hugh Henne Investment Competition winners announced

Winners of the competition given cash awards to start their first investment funds

University offers new dual-degree program in agricultural science and economics

College of Ag and College of Business collaborate to help grow state’s ag industry

Hard-to-pronounce product names pose hurdle for consumers

Research by University marketing expert finds link between pronunciation, sense of control

University and 4-H alum works to improve school-based agriculture education in Ghana

Connor Billman teaching youth and helping rural Ghana communities grow food through prestigious International Agricultural Education Fellowship

Graduate of the Pack: Connor Billman, International Agriculture Education Fellowship Program fellow

Empowering youth and elevating small-holder farmers through agricultural science

What are mental health best practices for entrepreneurs and business leaders?

Associate Professor Dan Jones and Assistant Professor Mark Packard discuss mental health amid National Suicide Prevention Month

Guinn Center transitions affiliation to the University of Nevada, Reno July 1

‘A strong system of higher education is critical to Nevada’s ability to compete in the global marketplace of ideas and assist in our economic recovery’

Online Cattlemen’s Update reaches new audiences

Latest market, production and research information for producers available online now

Online sessions to help businesses with human resources challenges and more

Extension offering online town halls and webinars to help Nevada’s small businesses

Online sessions continue to help businesses with digital marketing and more

Extension offering online town halls and webinars to help Nevada’s small businesses

Cattlemen’s Update goes virtual to provide market, production and research updates for 2020

Annual program to be held online Jan. 12-13

The impact of COVID-19 on short-term housing rentals

Using a machine learning algorithm, University researcher, discovers ‘cleanliness is next to income’ through online reviews of Airbnb rentals.

Made in Nevada celebrates 2020 holiday season and 11th Annual Small Business Saturday®

The Nevada SBDC and Made in Nevada aim to further support small businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Warsaw School of Economics a key international partner for The College of Business

After one of its first trade missions with the Governor’s Office of Economic Development in 2017, the partnership has flourished with key research initiatives, faculty alliances and student exchange.

Nevada Association of Counties launches new program to help small businesses

Extension offering virtual town hall Wednesday to provide information on the grant program

Virtual coding workshops prepare students for Congressional App Challenge

Extension 4-H Program encourages students to explore computer science

Online management tools can help small businesses reach potential customers

Extension offering virtual town halls and webinars to help inform small businesses during the pandemic

New program to provide rental assistance to small businesses

Extension offering virtual town halls and webinars to help inform small businesses during the pandemic

Accessing resources and using live video can help small businesses succeed

Extension offering virtual sessions for small businesses during the pandemic

Extension offering back-to-the-basics sessions to help small businesses

Entrepreneurs starting and altering businesses during the pandemic need information and resources

Experiment Station increases meat and produce production during pandemic

Desert Farming Initiative and Wolf Pack Meats step up to help meet local demand

Websites and digital marketing help businesses survive pandemic

Finding and using the right data can help small businesses survive COVID-19 and beyond

Effective websites and digital marketing can help businesses survive COVID-19

Extension aims to help small businesses connect with customers during pandemic and beyond

EFF and Reynolds School launch largest-ever collection of searchable data on police use of surveillance technologies

Atlas of Surveillance shines light on deployment of cameras, drones and more

Extension offers COVID-19 updates and bookkeeping tips for small businesses

Discussions aim to help keep small businesses informed to help them through COVID and beyond

Extension offers online sessions on business resources and running a business

Discussions aim to help keep small businesses informed to help them through COVID and beyond

Extension offers small-business webinar on the Paycheck Protection Plan

Discussions aim to help keep small businesses informed to help them through COVID and beyond

Extension offers webinar to help small businesses manage cash flow amid COVID

Discussions aim to help small businesses pivot and adapt to emerge from pandemic stronger

Extension offers online session for large-animal livestock producers amid COVID

Producers seek ways to trim their budgets while maintaining health of their animals

Extension offers webinar to help small businesses create reopening strategies

Discussions aim to help small businesses pivot and adapt to emerge from pandemic stronger

Extension offers online session for dairy producers amid COVID-19

Producers and economists discuss current market and projections, with June being National Dairy Month

Extension offers webinar on loan forgiveness and paycheck protection programs

Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19

The science of predicting economic growth or recession

University researcher helped develop the Logistics Managers Index, a leading economic indicator tracking inventory, warehousing and transportation, all key indicators of economic activity.

Extension offers webinar for small business on finding and managing money

Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19

Ninth Annual Sontag Entrepreneurship Competition winner announced

Student-led health and wellness company, TreaTea, takes home $50,000 turning their entrepreneurial dreams into a reality.

Teaching & Learning Technologies leads University's transition to emergency remote learning

University Libraries' new podcast Checked Out! talks with TLT

Extension offers webinar on self-care and online town hall for small businesses

Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19

Executive Development Program reconvenes as gaming faces worldwide challenges

The top professional development program for industry executives brings alumni together to discuss best practices, new challenges and ideas amidst COVID-19

Extension offers weekly online town halls and webinars to help small businesses

Discussions aim to help small businesses connect, pivot and adapt amid COVID-19

International Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium: Creating Value out of Chaos

The top names in female entrepreneurship will present at this two-day College of Business event March 9-10, directly following International Women’s Day

Vision 2020: The Nevada Economic Forecast coming up on Jan. 31

University of Nevada, Reno’s College of Business invites business leaders for a fast-paced, half-day forum

TEDxUniversityofNevada 2020 tickets on sale

Reno’s premier speaker event boasts a line-up filled with dynamic speakers and performers

From the student newsroom to the city newsroom

Reynolds School alumnus shows that one of the most valuable experiences in one's career is during college.

"Is Privacy Over?" forum features David Carroll

Subject of "The Great Hack" film discusses privacy rights during Reynolds School event.

Aerospace engineering program readies for takeoff

Petros Voulgaris will join the University in 2020 to lead the new program, which will build on the College of Engineering's established research strengths in unmanned aerial systems.

Capacity building in artificially intelligent mining systems

University receives $1.25 million grant to create an interdisciplinary team of professionals, partnered with the world’s largest mining companies, in order to advance technology and automation in mines.

David Carroll, subject of “The Great Hack” film, feature of noon forum

Carroll will speak about personal and public privacy trends and concerns at the University Oct. 16

EFF partnership with School of Journalism launches "Atlas of Surveillance"

New report finds border communities inundated with surveillance technologies

Holding government accountable with public records reporting

School of Journalism offers a one-credit course to train students on the Freedom of Information Act