esports

New esports recruits set to take UC Irvine teams to the top

Mark Deppe talks about his successful program and new teams of superstar gamers

Free conference will cover player health and business outlook

First-person hero shooter game is third title supported by 5-year-old program

Chancellor Howard Gillman to head organization’s President’s Council

Relaunched event to focus on gaming’s role in confronting systemic challenges

Research to focus on interactive media in politically tumultuous, post-pandemic time

Partnership is program’s first major sponsorship from outside gaming industry

UC-wide competition is intended to boost student engagement, foster community

Online viewership of competitive video gaming is up, but social distancing and tighter budgets will present challenges