Club, Casual, and Community
Find your community and play at your own pace! We offer many ways to get involved with other students online and on campus at Minnesota State University, Mankato through our Discord server, student-run organizations, club play, and more. If you're looking for more competitive play, check out varsity esports opportunities.
Open Play
Visit the gaming and esports facility during Open Play hours to use our computers and equipment, dive into your favorite games, or compete casually with friends.
Community Discord
The Maverick Gaming and Esports Discord server is open to all current students, prospective students, and alumni. This is where our community connects and communicates!
- Make friends in the gaming community at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
- Join and engage in various channels, clubs, and interest-specific groups.
- Be the first to know about program news and events.
- Connect with varsity coaches and players.
- Get your questions about our program answered.
student-run CLubs
Our student community hosts several gaming clubs and interest groups you can join, explore all student clubs and events on MavLife. The official Maverick Gaming RSO is a great place to start. It's our largest club for all current MSU students who want to get involved.
- Connect with like-minded students interested in gaming.
- Participate in and host community events.
- Step into a leadership role to gain real-world experience.
- Compete in esports on the club level.
First Year Learning Community
Join the Esports and Gaming Learning Community, a unique opportunity for first-year students who are passionate about gaming and competitive esports. This community is designed for those interested in pursuing careers in the esports industry, whether in gameplay, management, marketing, or other related fields.
- Live together in a supportive, like-minded environment.
- Take classes tailored to your interests in gaming and esports.
- Get exclusive workshops and seminars led by industry professionals.
- Network with peers and professionals in the esports community.
- Develop skills relevant to various esports careers.
