My background as an esports competitor gives me an inside view of how communities form around competition, shared identity, and trust. Experiencing esports from the player side continues to influence how I approach community leadership - centering authenticity, player voice, and long-term engagement.
You can read more about some of our accomplishments here: https://mndaily.com/campus/campus-activities/esports-at-umn-pushes-for-more-recognition/02/29/2024/