The rise of eSports has opened up new career opportunities for digital media students, with institutions like the University of Houston offering tailored programs to meet industry demands.

Calling all Houston gamers! Get your game face on this weekend at the Houston Gaming Expo coming to the George R. Brown Convention Center.

HOUSTON – Several big-name NFL players are preparing for a revamped Pro Bowl beginning this Sunday. Texans Quarterback Deshaun Watson is among the superstars participating and he shared a preview video on his Twitter account. The NFL “Verzuz” battles will take place this week until Jan. 29 and will be livestreamed on all NFL social media platforms at 6 p.m. central. Fans can interact with the Pro Bowl stars during the 60-minute broadcast. You can watch the Pro Bowl on NFL Network, EA’s Twitch channel and all NFL social media channels starting at 4 p.m. Central.

In an effort to keep students actively involved in extracurricular activities amid the coronavirus pandemic, Harmony Public Schools has launched an online Esports program. Esports, an online competitive gaming program, is a socially-distanced alternative allowing students to collaborate and develop their teamwork skills by providing a sense of community. Harmony Public Schools is offering Esports Clubs and tournament teams granting students the opportunity to compete against other high schools for scholarship money and exposure to college recruiters through the online platform. Additionally, Esports allows students to utilize video games and game development as a way to increase their knowledge of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), according to a release. According to Harmony Public Schools, students who participate in the program experience academic and social benefits, including an average 28% boost in their GPA and 95% improvement in attendance.