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Let it Ride: The Impacts of a Free Gaming Space for Students

The OU Gaming Lounge officially opened its doors in March of 2024, with a price of $4/hr for all users. That price continued through the…

Nora ReeseSeptember 29, 2026

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ECCI Version 2.0.0

Almost ten years have passed since Director Mike “Moog” Aguilar started his efforts towards what became the University of Oklahoma’s Department of Esports and Co-Curricular…

Nora ReeseSeptember 17, 2026

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The 2026 Krakoa Invitational: A Recap

The creativity and drive of the collegiate esports “Marvel Rivals” community never cease to amaze me. Though the leagues that took place during the Fall…

Will EdmondsSeptember 11, 2026

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OU Gaming Club Hosts Back to School 2026

The OU Gaming Club hosted its annual Back to School event from Friday, August 28th through the 29th and saw its biggest new year campaign…

Will EdmondsSeptember 2, 2026

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Rez Summer Games 2026

On August 1st, 2026, the organization Gaming is Rezilience hosted its second annual Rez Summer Games, RSG 26, a gaming event celebrating inclusivity and the…

Will EdmondsAugust 4, 2026

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Student Spotlight: John Morgan

John Michael Morgan is a steadfast student who has lived in several places before finding their educational home at OU. Morgan was born in California…

Emily PerezMay 16, 2026

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OU Marvel Rivals Wins ECAC Division B Championship: A Season Recap

On Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026, after a long and hard-fought bracket, the OU Esports “Marvel Rivals” A Team took victory in the ECAC Division B…

Will EdmondsMay 14, 2026

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Student Spotlight: Cameron Johnston

Cameron Johnston is a Creative Media Production major at the University of Oklahoma and is a member of the OU Esports and Co-Curricular Innovation (OU…

Emiliano Cardenas RamosMay 12, 2026

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Student Spotlight: Jonas Wollman

Jonas “daemondragoon” Wollman has been with OU ECCI for a long time, and he’s seen some incredible changes during his time at OU. Wollman, a…

Will EdmondsMay 5, 2026

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Senior Spotlight: Kaori Thomas

Kaori Thomas, a Creative Media Production major with a minor in Digital Marketing, graduates this semester as a trailblazer. The very model that makes the…

Leo KalejaiyeApril 23, 2026

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Giving Day 2026 Recap

On April 14, 2026, OU ECCI brought its A-game for Giving Day, bringing back the tradition of the 24-hour livestream for fundraising for the Solidus…

Will EdmondsApril 21, 2026

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Shattering Stereotypes Vol. II ft. Richard Huynh

The stereotype of gamers is that we spend all our time gaming to the detriment of all else. Learn about Richard “ijneB” Huynh, a stellar…

Nora ReeseApril 8, 2026

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Why Promoting A “Work Hard” Culture is Critical to Team Growth

Student-led gaming has a long history at the University of Oklahoma. Through the rebrands and overhauls, the OU Gaming Club has maintained one unified mission…

Parker VintMarch 13, 2026

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Marvel Rivals B Team Comeback

On February 16th, I sat down with two members of the OU Esports “Marvel Rivals” B Team to discuss a recent comeback victory following a…

Will EdmondsFebruary 24, 2026

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OU ECCI Hosts Spring All Development Meeting

On Saturday, February 7th, OU Esports & Co-Curricular Innovation (OU ECCI) held the first annual Spring All Development meeting for its members in Adams Hall…

Will EdmondsFebruary 10, 2026

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Shattering the Stereotype of the “Lazy Gamer”

One of the strongest stereotypes of gamers is that we are lazy and spend all of our time playing video games. However, one OU freshman…

Nora ReeseDecember 15, 2025

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Student Spotlight: Sam Graziano

Sam “SAMaritan” Graziano has been nothing short of a pillar in OU Esports & Co-CurricularInnovation since he joined the organization. His time as the Production…

Will EdmondsDecember 9, 2025

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Student Spotlight: Parker Vint

Parker Vint is a student from Edmond, Oklahoma, and is stewardship personified. Vint spent his educational career exploring his interests and finding a passion for…

Emily PerezDecember 2, 2025

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Alumni Advisory Board Hosts Leadership Workshop

On Saturday, November 8th, the OU Esports & Co-Curricular Innovation Alumni Advisory Board held a workshop for student leaders within the organization. The attendees represented…