Oregon State is favored by six points over Nevada in its second road game of the 2024 season.

The Beavers and Wolf Pack play at 4:30 p.m. Saturday in Mackey Stadium in Reno, Nevada.

Oregon State is coming off a 39-31 win over Colorado State in double overtime, while Nevada fell to San Jose State 35-31.

Oregon State (4-1) has been favored in five of six games this season. The Beavers are 2-3 against the spread.

This is Nevada’s fourth home game of the season. The Wolf Pack are 1-2 in Mackey, beating Eastern Washington 49-16, while losing to SMU 29-24 and Georgia Southern 20-17.

Oregon State’s last trip to Reno resulted in a 37-35 loss in 2018.

–Nick Daschel can be reached at 360-607-4824, ndaschel@oregonian.com or @nickdaschel.

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By Police1 Staff

LAS VEGAS — The UNLV Tourist Safety Institute launched an eight-week emergency responder resilience program in August, designed to help Nevada State Police Highway Patrol officers improve their social and emotional wellness. The training focuses on mindfulness, emotional regulation, attention control, and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships to help officers manage the stresses of their profession.

George Togliatti, director of the Nevada Department of Public Safety, praised the program, noting the challenges law enforcement officers face.

“[Our officers] are in an interesting profession, and it is a challenging profession where they are exposed to tragedy and trauma and negative things in life,” Togliatti said.

He emphasized that the program helps address the stigma surrounding mental health in law enforcement.

The program was developed by researchers at UNLV’s Greenspun College of Urban Affairs. Troopers voluntarily signed up for the in-person training, which is tailored to the specific demands of law enforcement.

According to Steven Pace, a former FBI hostage negotiator and assistant professor of criminal justice at UNLV, the training helps officers be more present and make better decisions in high-stress situations.

Nicholas Barr, assistant professor at the UNLV School of Social Work, explained that mindfulness techniques can help officers regulate their emotions and improve their relationships with colleagues and the community.

“Neuroscience research shows us that exposure to prolonged stress can produce negative effects impacting physical, mental, and social health,” Barr said.

The program also has broader community benefits, as explained by Joel Lieberman, professor of criminal justice at UNLV.

The UNLV Tourist Safety Institute, approved by the Nevada Legislature in June, continues to work on various public safety research projects.

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Nevada has always been a land of discovery, and this October, Nevadans and visitors alike are encouraged to explore the state like never before.

Gov. Joe Lombardo has officially declared October as “Get a Little Out There” Month to shine a spotlight on the Silver State’s hidden treasures, natural beauty and pioneering spirit.

“Tourism remains a key driver of Nevada’s economy and plays a major role in enhancing the quality of life for all Nevadans,” Lombardo said. “This official proclamation serves to reinforce and celebrate the Silver State as a destination brimming with extraordinary experiences. We encourage all travelers to discover the multiple facets of the Silver State that they have yet to explore.

Whether it’s stargazing at some of the country’s darkest skies at Great Basin National Park, hiking through the Black Rock Desert or visiting ghost towns dotted throughout the state, “Get a Little Out There” Month encourages everyone to go off the beaten path.