Storm Lake, Iowa — 10/15/2023— Buena Vista University (BVU) announced today that it has partnered with global esports and gaming organization Gen.G to participate in the Gen.G Practicum Abroad program, offering students the opportunity to take part in an intensive, two-week academic and cultural immersion in Seoul, South Korea, the heart of the global esports industry.

As part of this initiative, BVU Esports continues its commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for students to grow, develop, and prepare for future careers. The practicum will provide immersive learning experiences that combine esports industry training with cultural exploration, offering students both professional and personal growth.

"At Buena Vista University, we are always looking for ways our students can gain opportunities to grow and develop," said Albert Rassavong, Assistant Director of Esports at Buena Vista University. "Partnering with Gen.G expands those opportunities to a global scale, giving our students the chance to build their skills, explore another culture, and prepare for the future of esports and beyond. This practicum is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our students to expand their learning far beyond the classroom."

The Gen.G Practicum Abroad is led by esports professionals and includes:
Custom esports programming

Mentorship by industry experts

Special lectures and "lunch-and-learns"

Visits to competitive esports organizations and publisher studios

Professional networking opportunities

Immersion into Korean culture and the history of esports

Students from BVU's esports program will not only gain industry knowledge but also build meaningful professional connections that could shape their future careers in gaming and beyond.
About Buena Vista University

Buena Vista University is a private university in Storm Lake, Iowa, recognized for its innovative academic programs, personalized learning, and focus on student success. With a growing esports program and a commitment to experiential learning, BVU prepares students to become leaders in both their chosen careers and their communities. Learn more at www.bvu.edu.

About Gen.G
United under #TigerNation, Gen.G's core mission is to help fans and athletes use the power of gaming and esports to get ahead in and beyond the competition. With an emphasis on education, DEI initiatives, and innovative partnerships, Gen.G is a commercial and thought leader, building a global, inclusive and cross-cultural future for gaming, while competing professionally across League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK), VALORANT, Rocket League, and PUBG. Gen.G also operates the Gen.G Global Academy, the world's first fully-integrated academic esports program in Korea. Gen.G's teams, content creators and corporate staff work out of their offices in Los Angeles, Seoul and Shanghai. For more information, visit GenG.gg or follow on Twitter @GenG.