NIU Esports Arena Policies

Please read and abide by our NIU Esports code of conduct, arena policies and equipment checkout policies. 

NIU Esports Code of Conduct

By using this arena, you agree to the following code of conduct:

  • Online or in-person harassment based on any aspect of a person’s identity will not be tolerated.
  • No toxicity allowed. That includes but is not limited to extreme profanity, bullying, threats of violence, stalking or intimidation.
  • No cheating, betting or illegal activity allowed.

NIU Esports Arena Policies

  • Upon entering, gamers must swipe their OneCard at the attendant desk.
  • A student is allowed to check one guest into the arena for open play only. The student will be responsible for any damages caused by a guest
  • Food and open drink containers are not permitted near the computers or on desks.
  • Do not plug in personal gear, peripherals or USB devices without checking in with the arena attendant.
  • Personal gear must not show discriminatory or profane decals.
  • You may not install your own software on our computers.
  • You’re able to sign into your own Steam, Epic and Battle.net accounts on the computers, but you can only play games that are approved and installed on the computers. Most games require your own license or account to play.
  • NIU is not responsible for lost or stolen items or items left in the arena.

Equipment Checkout Policy

We prefer you provide your own gaming peripherals. Peripherals may be checked out for use in the arena with your NIU OneCard.

Equipment must stay in the Esports Arena. If you remove the equipment from this area or do not return equipment, we will charge your Bursar’s account for the full cost of the item(s).


Contact Us

NIU Esports
Conner Vagle, Director
Altgeld Hall 100
esports@niu.edu

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