To that end, the organizations say their efforts will focus on four key components:

Recruitment. NASEF and NACE will work together so that member schools from K-12 are provided a direct pipeline to programs within the collegiate organization.
Scholarships. Aside from the millions available from NACE institutions, the two will work together to enhance NASEF's Beyond the Game academic scholarships.
Championship events. The two groups plan to offer cohesive title selection, seasons and venues (as pandemic protocols allow) for major events in the fall and spring.
Education. Both organizations plan to take "an academic approach" to esports via all stakeholders, including faculty, students and coaches, with skill-building in STEM areas. They also plan to combine efforts on educational programming, while highlighting the opportunities that exist for students.

One of their first collaborative efforts has been a nationwide Earth Day 3D Ad competition to help students build skills using Unreal Engine and 3D video in advertising. Those vying for huge prizes include both high-school age students and college competitors.

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College, K-12 esports groups partner to fuel student success

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