We’re thrilled to announce the inaugural Academic Esports World Tournament, a groundbreaking collaboration between the University of Hawaii Maui College (UHMC) and the University of Agder (UiA)!
🗓️ Date: December 14-19, 2024 📍 Location: Maui, Hawaii 🏛️ Participants: up to 10 international university teams, which we will announce soon
🎮 Esports Disciplines:
– League of Legends
– Valorant
– Rocket League
🧠 Academic Challenges:
– Programming Challenge: Creating sustainability-focused games
– Business Case Competition: Esports in corporate innovation
– Academic Discussions: Tackling global esports issues
This pioneering event goes beyond competition, fostering interdisciplinary academic partnerships, cultural understanding, and innovation in a paradise setting!
– Student-driven event showcasing university esports talent and academic research
– International research seminar connecting global academics across multiple disciplines
– Cultural exchange opportunities, including an international culinary showcase
– Potential for international student affairs collaboration and future exchange
Are you interested in participating? We may have space for additional teams! Contact Rune Andersen or Tobias Scholz for more information.
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach this exciting global academic esports showcase!
