LAKELAND, Fla. — Florida Polytechnic University is taking competitive video gaming a step further.
On Friday, the university celebrated the opening of its new Esports Arena.
What You Need To Know
- Florida Polytechnic University opened the new $300,000 Esports Arena, which features 20 fully loaded gaming stations
- Participation in eSports is growing on campus, and university leaders say scholarships are planned in the future
- Team captain Jannice Rivera says she hopes the expanded program encourages more women to join eSports as they gain recognition alongside traditional athletics
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