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OBScast – Video games & culture

October 12, 2023

On this week’s episode of the Augustana Observer Podcast, Multimedia Editor Jaren Smith sits down with Communication Professor George Boone to discuss the impact of video games on our culture.

OBScast The Augustana Observer Podcast – Talking Esports with Head Coach Joe Loomis

October 8, 2022

Podcast Director Jaren Smith sits down with Head Coach Joe Loomis to discuss Esports at Augustana. From recruitment to tournaments, this podcast delves into the essentials of an emerging competitive sport.

Senior Anthony Zavala plays practice matches of Overwatch at the Augustana Esports House.

Powering up: Paying attention to the rise of collegiate esports

Kyle King April 23, 2022

One of the fastest-growing sports in the world is played on a computer, according to Next College Student Athlete (NCSA). This refers to the growing popularity of esports, which at its core is playing...

The Phantom Thieves are back to steal hearts in Persona 5 Strikers

The Phantom Thieves are back to steal hearts in ‘Persona 5 Strikers’

Phea Gonzalez March 24, 2021

"Persona 5 Strikers" brings together the Phantom Thieves for an all new adventure. The set-up is simple: after going back to your hometown after the events of the first game, you’re back in Tokyo for...

Graphic illustration by
Alyssa Duckett of the Observer Staff

Staff, students debate media influence on violence

Audrianna Schneider October 10, 2019

Our world today is surrounded by technology. We use it in schools, at work, at home, anywhere we turn, there’s a screen. While our technology is used in ways of work and school, we also use it to entertain...

Interest High for Augustana E-Sports Club

March 25, 2017

A new club is on its way to being created on campus. Augustana E-Sports is looking to give students the opportunity to participate in competitive video game sports: professionally performed multiplayer...

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