In Part 2 of our deep dive into collegiate esports, Andrew Fedurko, Program Coordinator of Esports Administration at Mohawk College is joined by Harrison Myers, a first-year Mohawk Esports student, to provide a student perspective on the state of collegiate esports in Ontario and beyond. Together, they explore how programs are designed, the impacts on students depending on whether institutions prioritize academics, competition, or both, and why building strong campus communities still matters in either approach.
Key topics include:
- The importance of maintaining a “student-athlete” mindset in collegiate esports.
- The vital role of culture in esports programs, traditional sports models, business structures, and how these cultures shape long-term success or failure.
- Lessons from traditional sports like hockey and the NCAA on eligibility, professionalism, and development pathways.
- Why the future of collegiate esports depends on acknowledging its growing pains and how emerging leaders are already working to drive change.
This episode offers an authentic, student-informed look at where collegiate esports stands today and what it must do to build a sustainable tomorrow. Part 3 still to come!
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