Talk about a level up. Alabama State University is giving its campus video gamers a shot at becoming esports champions, plus a path to a career in the game industry. “Gaming is no longer just a casual hobby,” said Dr. Malinda Swoope, ASU’s vice president of student affairs and enrollment management. “It has really turned into a sport.” Move over Hornet stadium and Dunn-Oliver Acadome. As of Wednesday, ASU also has its own esports (electronic sports) arena — the new Gaming & Esports Laboratory and Recreational Center in the John Garrick Hardy Student Center. “This project has given many students the opportunity to express themselves in ways they know best,” said Mobile native Trint Martinez, SGA vice president and a junior political science major at ASU. “It allows students to get out of their comfort zones and express their interest in gaming and esports.” Martinez said it also gives students an extra boost in science, technology, engineering, math and analyzing data. “To say I’m excited is an understatement,” said ASU freshman student James Abrams, who has signed up for ASU’s esports. “I am here. I am ready for it.” The new facility has more than $90,000 in gaming and […]
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