University of Arizona launches Esports Arena, includes varsity teams – KGUN 9 Tucson News

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TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The University of Arizona now has an esports program with its very own arena as the campus destination for video-game lovers.
This arena on the lowest level of the Student Unions Memorial Center offers a pay-per-hour option for «ANYONE» to game on the computers.
Costs are available in two options:

Varsity esports teams for a variety of modern games are also offered.
The associated courses spanning across nine college minors and majors include:
«Esports is more than just playing games competitively. Arizona Esports is also here to prepare you for a career in this growing industry,» the university shared online. «This graphic gives just an idea of the many careers in esports.»
Hours are from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday though Friday. On weekends, it operates within the limited time of 1-8 p.m.
The Center is closed on university recognized holidays as well.
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