Sports gaming and betting research center established at San Diego State University in California
San Diego State University Launches Institute on Sports Wagering and Gaming
San Diego State University (SDSU) has taken a significant step forward in the sports and gaming industries by launching the Institute on Sports Wagering and Gaming (ISWAG). This new research and education hub, part of SDSU's L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, aims to provide timely, evidence-based insights that inform industry best practices, responsible gaming strategies, and public policy conversations [1][2].
ISWAG's focus is on the sports betting industry, with a particular emphasis on researching and understanding sports betting behavior, regulation, policy, responsible marketing, and player protection. The institute will serve as a collaborative space for faculty and departments across SDSU to explore the cultural and health implications of sports wagering [1][2].
Dr. Brandon Mastromartino serves as the Founding Director of ISWAG, leading the charge in responsible gambling research and supplementing legalization conversations with data-driven insights [1][2]. Rege Behe will manage ISWAG's website, ensuring the institute's work remains easily accessible to the public.
In addition to its research efforts, ISWAG will offer academic certificates and courses for SDSU students and professionals interested in the intersection of sports and gaming industries, creating new educational pathways. The institute also plans to engage in partnerships with operators, leagues, tribes, and regulators to provide strategic insights and applied solutions [1][2].
Key focus areas for ISWAG include responsible gambling research and consumer protection, sports fan behavior and industry trends, legal and regulatory policy development related to sports wagering, and education and professional training on sports gambling and related issues.
As the sports betting landscape in the U.S. continues to evolve, particularly in states like California, which has yet to decide on sports and fantasy sports betting, ISWAG is poised to play a crucial role. By offering unbiased knowledge, data, and evidence-based insights, ISWAG aims to help navigate this rapidly changing field and ensure a responsible and informed approach to sports wagering [1][2].
[1] San Diego State University. (2022). Institute on Sports Wagering and Gaming (ISWAG) Launches at SDSU. Retrieved from https://news.sdsu.edu/press-releases/articles/institute-on-sports-wagering-and-gaming-iswag-launches-at-sdsu
[2] The San Diego Union-Tribune. (2022). San Diego State University Launches Institute on Sports Wagering and Gaming. Retrieved from https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/story/2022-09-14/san-diego-state-university-launches-institute-on-sports-wagering-and-gaming
The Institute on Sports Wagering and Gaming (ISWAG) at San Diego State University focuses on the sports betting industry, particularly researching sports betting behavior, regulation, and responsible marketing. ISWAG also offers academic courses for students interested in the intersection of sports and gaming industries.
