PRESENTATIONS, DISCUSSIONS & FUN!
After the keynote presentations & round table discussions, Thursday evening's networking event features gameplay and a fun competition hosted by Boise State University.
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6th Annual NAECAD National Convention
National Convention Theme:
The Road Ahead: Writing the Next Chapter in Esports
June 7-9, 2023
Boise State University, Boise, ID
DINNER & AWARDS RECOGNITION EVENT
The 6th Annual NAECAD National Convention will begin with the Dinner and Awards Recognition Event, taking place at the Alumni and Friends Center at Boise State University.
ESPORTS COACH & DIRECTOR WORKSHOP
Esports coaches and directors discuss what it takes to be a success in esports, including technologies, emerging trends, analytics, and skills for coaching careers & professions.
SPEAKER PANELS
KEYNOTE SPEECHES
ROUND TABLE DISCUSSIONS
NETWORKING SESSIONS
For event questions:
contactus@naecad.org
This event, hosted by NAECAD and Boise State University, will begin with an optional pre-convention workshop held Wednesday afternoon, June 7, and Thursday morning, June 8, presented by Boise State University Esports.
The 6th Annual NAECAD National Convention will feature the top college and high school esports directors and coaches from around the country presenting keynote sessions about “The Road Ahead” in esports and offering the opportunity for all attendees to discuss and participate in writing the next chapter of esports for college and high school competition.
This event will also be a time to celebrate the end of the year achievements, honor and recognize our NAECAD member leaders, engage in some friendly competition hosted by Boise State University, and plenty of time to connect with colleagues and expand your esports community!
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Esports coaches and directors, athletic directors, and administrators
involved with high school and collegiate esports programs.
Registration fees:
PRE-CONVENTION WORKSHOP ONLY: $175
*NAECAD members will receive a discount code for $25 off registration fee for Pre-Convention Workshop
NATIONAL CONVENTION ONLY: $200
*NAECAD members will receive a discount code for $50 off registration fee for National Convention
COMBINED REGISTRATION FOR PRE-CONVENTION WORKSHOP & NATIONAL CONVENTION: $375
*NAECAD Members will receive BOTH discounts mentioned above, for a total of $75 off combined registration fee
Questions: contactus@naecad.org
At NAECAD, we are committed to creating a fantastic experience for attendees. The clinic is executed in a variety of formats such as:
Boise State Esports Arena
301 S. Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID
Pre-Convention Esports Coach and Director Workshop
When: Check-in starts on Wednesday, June 7 at Noon, and ends Thursday, June 8 at Noon.
Where: Boise State University
Cost: If you attend ONLY the Pre-Convention Esports Coach and Director Workshop, the fee is $175 (NAECAD members will receive a discount code for $25 off registration fee for Pre-Convention workshop).
Details: Join other esports coaches and directors in learning about what it takes to be a success in this emerging field. Curriculum is adapted from the Boise State Certificate in Esports to demonstrate proficiency with esports technologies, investigate emerging trends in data, analytics, media and esports content, and gain the skills to enter esports coaching careers and professions based on real-world experiences.
6th Annual NAECAD National Convention
When: Thursday, June 8 and Friday, June 9 (details below)
Where: Boise State Esports Arena, 301 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID
Cost for National Convention ONLY: $200 (NAECAD Members will receive a discount code for $50 off if you register for ONLY the National Convention).
Cost for Combined Registration: The combined fee for the National Convention and Pre-Convention Workshop is $375 (NAECAD members will receive a discount code for $75 off when registering for BOTH.)
Thursday, June 8 Schedule:
2-5 p.m. Check In and Registrations
6-8 p.m. Opening Dinner and Awards Event - Boise State Esports Arena, 301 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID
8-11 p.m. Evening Network Event - Boise State Esports Arena, featuring Gameplay/Fun competition hosted by Boise State University. Food and beverages provided by NAECAD
Friday, June 9 Schedule:
8-9 a.m. Check-in late arrivals
9-Noon Keynote Presentations and Round Table Discussions
12:10-1:30 Lunch – On your own
1:30-6:00 p.m. Keynote Presentations and Round Table Discussions
6:00-8:00 p.m. Dinner - On your own
8-11 p.m. Evening Network Event - Boise State Esports Arena, featuring Gameplay/Fun competition hosted by Boise State University. Food and beverages provided by NAECAD
The National Convention will also feature sponsor companies that provide products, resources, and services to help you start or enhance the esports program on your campus.
For questions: contactus@naecad.org
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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EVENT PROGRAM
Click thru this program for event schedule, session descriptions, and speaker bios.
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Check out this link for the Campus Map. (Alumni and Friends aka AFC is across from the stadium and highlighted on the map)
CAMPUS MAP
SHUTTLE INFORMATION
The Bronco Shuttle is a free service provided by Boise State University Department of Public Safety, which carries students, faculty, and guests all around campus. Click button for more info:
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP INFORMATION