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Creation of the U-M esports rec team - Cybbi Barton

Cybbi Barton discusses the formation of the University of Michigan esports recreational team.

In this segment, Assistant Director of Esports and Intramural Programs at the University of Michigan Cybbi Barton shares context surrounding the formation of the University of Michigan’s esports recreational team.

She also shares her recommendations for others looking to convert student esports programs into official, competitive programs as well as her vision for the future of esports and gaming at the University of Michigan.

Discussion: What do you see as the most common challenges or considerations when establishing official competitive programs in esports?

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