By: Ricky Soto
We are all fans of someone or some team, whether it is football or soccer, CSGO, or LOL. We all have teams we support. While there’s a multitude of Esports organizations, not one is more recognizable than TSM.
TSM (TeamSoloMid) is one of the largest Esports organizations in NA, and they have been competing in the highest level of Esports since early 2011. With teams all over the gaming scene like Fortnite, R6, LoL, and Valorant, to name a few, they have decided to expand into the collegiate scene. TSMU started in April of 2021, is a collegiate-focused initiative built specifically for university students that have a passion for gaming and Esports.
By partnering with TSMU, DePaul students will have the opportunity to access events like career panels, Q&A’s with top Esports industry professionals, tournament watch parties, casual tournaments, and more. While DePaul has already been offering amazing events like these ones, TSM and its connections to the highly profitable industry surrounding it will also provide internship programs and coveted career opportunities within the TSM organization. DePaul students will have the chance to learn about, and connect with the multi-billion dollar Esports industry to develop the skills and network needed to pave the way for future care in the space.
Not only does TSMU offer many opportunities for growth and development, but it also aligns with DePaul’s Vincentian values through beliefs in progressive causes. TSM believes in inclusion and diversity in the Esports scene, hosting “Pride Visibility” streams, and pushing for a more welcoming community, similar to DePaul’s partnership with The GamerHER’s collegiate division a few months ago.
We can’t wait to see what our Blue Demons do with our TSMU colleagues and we’re sure all students will enjoy the partnership, even if they are C9 fans. Whether you’re at the top of your game and are looking to get involved, TSMU will have a place for everyone.
We can’t wait to get started! In the meantime, drop us a follow on social media at: @DePaulEsports and @TSMUniversity & @TSM respectively.
The les desso una buena semana,
Ricky Soto, DePaul Esports