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The city’s lean toward new technology and the push from its universities have helped open the door for opportunities around competitive gaming.
Colleges across the country are capitalizing on the video gaming phenomenon. Several in Florida, including UF’s Digital Words Institute, are providing the training ground for students.
Harrisburg University is partnering with Nerd Street Gamers to introduce an Esports Bachelor of Science degree program to provide students with a path to careers in esports.
Florida esports athletes enjoy camaraderie and ‘Good Game’ competition in Super Smash Brothers tournament at Full Sail University’s iconic arena, The Fortress.
University Business talks with coach Michelle Compton-Muñoz about the future of gaming at KU, which will compete in League of Legends starting in January.
The two major universities go all in on esports, elevating it to top-level status on campus; NASEF partners with Japan High School Esports Federation on international collaborative agreement.
The new 7,500-square-foot esports area will feature 16 gaming computers, consoles and a broadcast space, as well as a spot for the potential for training, youth STEM programs and sports camps.
The University of Kentucky announced it is starting an esports program and partnering with company Gen.G, a pro sports franchise and global company that connects gamers.
New Jersey university receives $1 million from Philadelphia-based esports company for investment in infrastructure and programs.
The University of New Haven created one of the first accredited sports management programs in the country. Now, it is doing the same with esports. The university announced Wednesday it […]
Students who love video games and are searching for a place to compete in esports may find that next new arena in a surprising place: public libraries. Libraries have long […]
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