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THE SCHOLARS, COLLEGIATE GAMING AWARDS FOUNDED BY THE ESPORTS AWARDS, PARTNERS WITH GEN.G ESPORTS
- Gen.G Esports doubles down on its commitment to the collegiate gaming industry by partnering with the most prestigious awards in collegiate gaming, the Scholars
- The Scholars are set to take place across November 27-28th at Worlds Resort Las Vegas, just days before the Esports Awards
- Voting is now open until November 20th at scholarsawards.com/vote
LAS VEGAS, NV (31st October, 2023) – The Scholars, the prestigious collegiate gaming symposium created by the same team behind the Esports Awards, is thrilled to introduce its latest partner – the global esports powerhouse, Gen.G Esports.
Gen.G Esports’ is a pioneer in forging partnerships with educational institutions across the United States, continuing their unwavering commitment to nurturing young gaming talents and shaping the future of the esports industry. This partnership stands as a testament to their dedication in elevating collegiate gaming’s position in the esports landscape.
The global esports organisation focuses on cultivating the potential of emerging gamers who are poised to lead the industry’s next generation. Their initiatives include the establishment of esports programmes, curriculum development, powering on-campus facilities, scholarships, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion within the esports community.
"I am thrilled to welcome Gen.G Esports into The Scholars' family. As a longstanding contributor to the collegiate gaming community, Gen.G has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of esports and empowering students worldwide. I cannot wait to see them in November as we commence the first ever Scholars awards.” commented Michael Ashford, CEO, Esports Awards
"We see a lot of overlap between Gen.G's educational mission and The Scholars Awards. Gen.G has long demonstrated our commitment to education and collegiate initiatives, beginning with our historic partnership with the University of Kentucky, to the expansion of the Gen.G Academy globally," says Arnold Hur, CEO of Gen.G. "We are thrilled to be part of this year's awards and the collegiate gaming community."
The Scholars, Collegiate Gaming Awards, is designed to empower both students and professionals. It provides a platform to explore cutting-edge insights, connect with industry visionaries, and celebrate excellence within the realm of collegiate gaming. With over 1,500 nominations received, The Scholars will host the PWR UP Las Vegas: Collegiate Gaming Conference, presented by GamerTech®. The event will unfold across the 27th and 28th of November before culminating in the main awards ceremony.
Join Gen.G Esports’ and more in Las Vegas for an evening filled with anticipation, admiration, and the crowning of true gaming scholars. Fans and enthusiasts interested can register for free to attend the Scholars, the premier collegiate gaming awards event showcasing the world’s most prolific collegiate teams, players, schools, and their passionate communities. Book your free tickets today at: https://esports.eventscase.com/EN/TheScholarsAwards.
The Scholars 2023 campaign key dates:
- November 20th - Voting closes
- November 27th - Collegiate Gaming Mixer
- November 28th - PWR UP Collegiate Gaming Summit presented by GamerTech®
- November 28th - Scholars ceremony
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About The Scholars
The Scholars is the ultimate symposium at the forefront of collegiate gaming innovation. Founded by the team behind the Esports Awards, the Scholars is designed to empower students and professionals alike, providing a platform to delve into cutting-edge insights, connect with industry pioneers, and celebrate excellence in the world of collegiate gaming.
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About The Esports Awards
Founded in 2015, the Esports Awards is the most prestigious night in the esports calendar and the only global award show that aims to recognize esports excellence. The Esports Awards is dedicated to showcasing world-class performance and innovation from every corner of the industry throughout the year. It reaches its pinnacle at its end-of-year ceremony, considered the Oscars of esports. The ceremony celebrates everyone from the players, teams, media, hardware providers, games, events, and personalities that shape the esports industry. The 2021 Esports Awards saw a record-breaking 20 million viewers across the campaign, and 10 million votes counted. For 2022 the Esports Awards is moving to a new home at Resorts World Las Vegas.
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About Gen.G Esports
United under #TigerNation, Gen.G’s core mission is to help fans and athletes use the power of gaming and esports to get ahead in and beyond the competition. With an emphasis on education, DEI initiatives, and innovative partnerships, Gen.G is a commercial and thought leader, building a global, inclusive and cross-cultural future for gaming. Its unique portfolio of teams includes the Seoul Dynasty (Overwatch League), League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK), the Gen.G & Gen.G Black VALORANT teams, the PUBG Gen.G team, and the NBA2K’s Gen.G Tigers (the first non-NBA owned team in the NBA 2K League).
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