Seton Hall Esports Students Excel at Gen.G Practicum in South Korea

Seton Hall Esports and the Stillman School of Business proudly celebrate the achievements of two rising finance majors, Samhitha Swarna
(senior) and Pablo Escobedo (junior), who recently took part in the prestigious Gen.G
Esports Practicum Abroad in Seoul, South Korea. Accompanied by Seton Hall’s Esports
Manager and Adjunct Professor, Victor Gomez, the students spent three weeks immersed
in an international learning experience that blended professional development, industry
networking, and firsthand exposure to the global esports scene.

The practicum gathered top university talent from around the world to work on projects
with Gen.G Esports, a world-renowned organization with championship teams in multiple
major titles, including recent wins at the League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational and the Esports World Cup. Both Samhitha and Pablo successfully
completed the rigorous program, and Samhitha earned the “Exemplar” designation, the
highest honor awarded to just one participant in the cohort for going above and beyond
and embodying Gen.G’s values.

In addition to their project work, the students built a network of 18 other student
leaders. The practicum included projects spanning business, education, and marketing,
giving participants the opportunity to learn directly from Gen.G industry leaders
about how these sectors intersect in esports. Beyond the classroom, they enjoyed rare
experiences such as attending a live match at the LCK Roadshow: T1 Homeground vs.
Gen.G, an electrifying clash between two esports titans that showcased the competitive
atmosphere fueling the industry’s global popularity. They also visited Lotte Tower,
one of Seoul’s most iconic landmarks, and participated in high-level networking sessions
with C-suite executives and leading professionals in esports, marketing, and business
strategy.

This practicum enhanced the students’ professional skills and reinforced Seton Hall’s
commitment to creating opportunities that prepare students for success in competitive
industries. By bridging classroom learning with the global esports stage, the Gen.G
Practicum Abroad has given Samhitha and Pablo a valuable edge as they continue their
academic journeys and pursue careers at the intersection of finance, business, and
gaming.

About Gen.G

Founded in August 2017, Gen.G Esports is a global esports organization inspired by
the talent of Korean pro players and the passion of fans worldwide. Headquartered
in Seoul, Los Angeles and Riyadh, Gen.G fields championship-winning teams across League of Legends, VALORANT, PUBG, EA FC Online and Brawl Stars. Recent milestones include a four-time LCK championship streak, a 2024 MSI title
and a 2024 VALORANT Masters victory. Gen.G also operates the Gen.G Global Academy (GGA) to foster the
next generation of esports talent. The organization is backed by leading partners
including LG, Monster Energy, Logitech, SOOP, Descente, Otoki and SIDIZ, and is committed
to delivering fan-first experiences through innovative partnerships and activations.

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