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Additionally, there are many forms of student athletic competition that the university athletic department sees fit not to sponsor at a varsity level (scholarships)--table tennis, quidditch, triathlon, rugby, equestrian, men's lacrosse...et al.

I've heard of another university offering scholarships for e-sports, but that was through the communications/media studies department.  Indeed, the Utah scholarships are being offered through their computer game design program (Entertainment Arts and Engineering Master Games Studio).

As much Starcraft as I used to play, I don't see e-sports as a positive force in society.  Neutral at best  :-\

[fullmetal]

Additionally, there are many forms of student athletic competition that the university athletic department sees fit not to sponsor at a varsity level (scholarships)--table tennis, quidditch, triathlon, rugby, equestrian, men's lacrosse...et al.

I've heard of another university offering scholarships for e-sports, but that was through the communications/media studies department.  Indeed, the Utah scholarships are being offered through their computer game design program (Entertainment Arts and Engineering Master Games Studio).

As much Starcraft as I used to play, I don't see e-sports as a positive force in society.  Neutral at best  :-\