Esports

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Western 九一麻豆制片厂 University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5447 USA
(269) 387-8221

Immerse yourself in the world of competitive gaming

The Esports program at WMU provides students with the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of competitive gaming. Our Esports Arena, located on East Campus, combines multiple gaming stations with state of the art production capabilities. Esports offers opportunities for recreational and competitive gaming along with hands-on experiences for those looking to gain experience in the gaming world.

Here are some of the things our Esports program offers:

  • Varsity teams competing in the Esports Collegiate Leagues (ESC)
  • Numerous club teams focusing on a wide-variety of gaming titles
  • Monthly fighting game tournaments with payouts
  • Summer camps for middle and high school students
  • Employment, volunteer and internship opportunities

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Gaming PCs with Alienware 25 monitors

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Varsity teams competing in the Esports Collegiate League

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WMU students participating in Esports

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Join us for our monthly fighting game tournaments to win monetary prizes! We offer events in Tekken 8, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Street Fighter 6, and more! There are fees associated with participation in this event (discounts available for WMU students), and event is open to WMU and the local community.
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Spring 2025 Varsity Tryouts

Registrations are now open for WMU students interested in trying out for the varsity Esports teams. Spots are available on all four of our varsity teams (Overwatch 2, Valorant, Rocket League, League of Legends). Tryouts will be held January 14-17 in the Esports Arena.
Register for Tryouts
eSports at WMU. Students engaged.

Arena Open Play

Join us most Fridays from 6 to 10 p.m. for open gaming at the Esports Arena.
Fridays, Nov. 22 & Dec. 6