GAMING & INNOVATION LABS
Where Access Meets Opportunity
BCGA Foundation works with HBCUs to expand student access to gaming, technology, digital skills, industry exposure, and emerging career pathways through campus-based Gaming & Innovation Labs.
Explore the ImpactWHY THE LABS MATTER
More Than a Place to Play
Gaming & Innovation Labs give students space to learn, create, connect, and explore opportunities across gaming, esports, and technology.
ACCESS
Hands-on access to gaming technology, equipment, and digital tools.
SKILLS
Build technical, creative, collaborative, and career-ready skills.
OPPORTUNITY
Connect with professionals, industries, and emerging career pathways.
INSIDE THE LAB
Built for Learning, Creating & Connecting
Gaming & Esports
Spaces for gaming, esports activities, team development, and competition.
Technology & Digital Skills
Access to technology and experiences that help students strengthen digital skills.
Career Development
Workshops, professional development, certifications, and workforce-readiness experiences.
Industry Engagement
Opportunities for students to connect with professionals, partners, mentors, and emerging industries.
21 HBCUs
Across the BCGA network
11 States
Expanding access and opportunity
Gaming · Technology · Innovation
Connecting students to emerging industries
THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Turning Technology Into Possibility
01
Discover
Explore gaming, esports, technology, and emerging careers.
02
Learn
Build skills through hands-on experiences and programming.
03
Connect
Engage with professionals, mentors, partners, and peers.
04
Build
Strengthen career readiness, confidence, and professional networks.
EXPANDING THE NETWORK
Building Opportunity Across HBCU Campuses
BCGA Foundation works across a growing network of 21 HBCUs in 11 states, connecting students and campuses with technology, programming, industry relationships, and opportunities across gaming and innovation.
Explore Our HBCU NetworkGET INVOLVED
Corporate and industry partners can help expand this impact through technology, equipment, programming, professional expertise, student experiences, and support for Gaming & Innovation Labs.