Skip to content

HU Storm Sets the Standard in Collegiate Esports

Each year, The Storm welcomes students of all skill levels to join the program to compete and receive hands-on opportunities with a collegiate esports program. Students receive academic scholarships and have the opportunity to be housed in Storm Shelter, the esports dorm on HU’s campus. Our student athletes pursue degrees in today’s most sought-after STEM fields, compete under a world-class coaching staff, and learn in our state-of-the-art practice space. Learn more about The HU Storm.

The HU Storm

The HU Storm

The HU Storm offers an array of hands-on opportunities, from competitive Varsity and Junior Varsity rosters to The Storm Student Program, where students can work with the teams. The Storm currently competes in VALORANT, Rocket League, League of Legends, Overwatch2, and Super Smash Brothers Ultimate. But we’re always open to adding more titles based on HU student interest. Students interested in joining The Storm should fill out this form or email HUStorm@HarrisburgU.edu.

HU Gaming Club

HU Gaming Club

HU is also home to a student-led esports community club, where students meet weekly and can play any game they wish. Ranging from cozy games to competitive games like Super Smash Brothers Ultimate, the HUGC is open to all students interested in gaming and esports at HU. The HUGC also hosts smaller events throughout the semester, including tournaments and game-a-thons in conjunction with other clubs. Club Advisor: Tom Screech
HU Esports Facilities

Our Esports Facilities

The Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts is the official home stadium for HU’s Esports arena, practice space and digital locker room, Stage2. The practice facility houses 25+ MSI gaming computers, floor to ceiling video screens, and a private area for coaching and broadcasting.

STORM Facilities

Storm Shelter Esports Dorms

HU offers students multiple opportunities to be a part of the esports community on campus. This includes housing in the esports dorms, also known as Storm Shelter. Students in these dorms are mostly Junior Varsity or Storm Student program members. Storm Shelter residents live and game in the dorms and receive access to the Storm Shelter Lounge, a 16-PC community room where they can hang out and play games with their neighbors, all on the first floor of the building. Students interested in housing in Storm Shelter should email HU Housing for more information (Housing@My.HarrisburgU.edu).
eSports Management

Get Your Degree in Esports Management

Harrisburg University is one of the only colleges in the world to offer a Bachelor of Science in Esports Management, Production and Performance.

Esports

More to Explore

CHASE the Storm

The Storm believes in the relationship between gaming, esports, and STEM programs and the impact it has on developing professional skillsets. It’s also just plain fun! See the latest results, check out the schedule of events, and connect with the team on social media.

BUILD THE STORM

The Storm develops the science and technology innovators of tomorrow. By providing competitive and experiential learning opportunities, The Storm creates a pathway from esports to a rewarding post-graduation career. If you’d like to support that mission, Storm Boosters is calling you.