eSports in the Classroom: Building Futures Beyond the Game for College Programs

Join us for an exciting and forward-thinking webinar that explores how esports can become a game-changer for student engagement, development, and career readiness within TRIO Student Support Services programs. Discover how the dynamic world of competitive gaming mirrors professional sports leagues like the NBA and NFL—complete with structure, strategy, and teamwork—while offering a new arena for cultivating academic and life skills. This session goes beyond gameplay. We’ll dive into the distinction between holistic and fractured performance, and how to support students not just as competitors, but as well-rounded scholars and leaders. Learn how esports opens doors to various high-impact careers in media production, event management, marketing, broadcasting, and tech, and how it aligns with your program’s mission. We’ll also examine the rise of esports scholarships and how they’re helping students access and persist through college, while advancing institutional goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore an innovative pathway to student success. (Watch our website for details on a similar webinar for pre-college TRIO programs available in late September.)