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Inaugural Celebration Marks the Launch of Kerestesi Center at UNLV

Chris Utterback, Kerestesi Director and guests to the inaugural event

On October 5, 2023, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) proudly unveiled a milestone in its academic trajectory with the inaugural celebration of The Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management. Esteemed professors, the center’s visionary founding director, a collection of students and alumni, as well as notable industry leaders, gathered to commemorate this significant juncture. The Kerestesi Center stands as a committed hub for insurance and risk management education at UNLV, poised to mold future luminaries and spearhead advancements in the sector. The university’s dedication to nurturing proficiency and opening avenues for its scholarly community is encapsulated in this center’s mission.

Additional photos of the event can be found in the Event Album.

Insurance Journal: Center for Insurance and Risk Management Opening in Nevada University

The Strip buildings from a high vantage point

University of Nevada, Las Vegas announced the establishment of the Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management within the Lee Business School.

The center, made possible through a $5 million gift from the Nevada Surplus Lines Foundation, will advance faculty and student research in the areas of insurance and risk management.

https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/west/2023/06/15/725438.htm

Lee Business School Launches Center for Insurance and Risk Management

Point of view of a student in class listening to a smiling male lecturer in the classroom

UNLV announced today the establishment of the Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management within the Lee Business School. The center, made possible through a $5 million gift from the Nevada Surplus Lines Foundation, will advance faculty and student research in the areas of insurance and risk management and serve as an important resource for students seeking career opportunities in the industry.

The center was formally approved by the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents during its quarterly meeting on June 9.

https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/lee-business-school-launches-center-insurance-and-risk-management