Draft:Streamer University
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{{AFC comment|1=Not all of the sources seem reliable and this doesn't seem notable to need a standalone page separate from Kai Cenat. BuySomeApples (talk) 03:59, 9 June 2025 (UTC)}}
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{{Short description|Education event held at the University of Akron}}
{{Draft topics|media}}
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Streamer University (also known as StreamerU or SU) was a temporary educational initiative co-hosted by internet personality Kai Cenat and the University of Akron.{{Cite web |last=Rodgers |first=Josh |title=What Is Streamer University? Kai Cenat Turns Akron, OH, Into A Creator Playground |url=https://afrotech.com/what-is-streamer-university |access-date=2025-05-24 |website=AfroTech |language=en}} Established as a collaborative project for entertainment and educational purposes, the program aimed to provide training and resources to emerging and established content creators seeking to enhance their streaming and digital content production skills, as well as having opportunities to showcase their personalities and meet other creators.{{Cite web |last=Toro-Lagos |first=Alisson |title=Kai Cenat kicks off 'Streamer University' at University of Akron (and on Twitch) |url=https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2025/05/23/kai-cenat-streamer-university-twitch-youtube/83813297007/ |access-date=2025-05-24 |website=USA Today |language=en-US}} 120 and more participants were selected for the program, comprising a mix of smaller and well-known streamers.
Curriculum
Streamer University offered a range of classes covering topics such as sex education, business management, music, film, and other areas relevant to content creation.{{Cite web |last=Gularte |first=Alejandra |date=2025-05-22 |title=Kai Cenat's Streamer University Is in Session |url=https://www.vulture.com/article/kai-cenat-streamer-university.html |access-date=2025-05-24 |website=Vulture |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Everything to Know About Kai Cenat's 'Streamer University... |url=https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/brighid-tully/kai-cenat-streamer-university-creator-bootcamp-explained |access-date=2025-05-24 |website=Complex |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=What Is Streamer University? Information About Kai Cenat At Akron University, Including Classes And Teachers - Blavity |url=https://blavity.com/what-is-streamer-university |access-date=2025-05-24 |website=Blavity News & Entertainment |language=en}} The faculty included AMP members Agent00, Chrisnxtdoor, and Duke Dennis, alongside 15 additional instructors drawn from the content creation community.{{Cite web |last=Shrivastava |first=Aarnesh |date=2025-05-17 |title=Kai Cenat's Streamer University: List of professors and students revealed |url=https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/streamers/news-kai-cenat-s-streamer-university-list-professors-students-revealed |access-date=2025-05-24 |website=www.sportskeeda.com |language=en-us}} In addition to in-person instruction for participants, the classes were streamed live on the instructors' respective channels, allowing online audiences to engage with the educational material as well.
Controversies
Streamer University received mixed reactions during and after its retreat in Akron, Ohio. While initially promoted as an educational opportunity for aspiring content creators, the program drew criticism over its participant selection process, with some alleging favoritism toward individuals already affiliated with Kai Cenat's community.{{Cite news |date=2025-05-27 |title=10 Moments from Kai Cenat’s Streamer University That Caused Major Community Backlash |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/esports/news/10-moments-from-kai-cenats-streamer-university-that-caused-major-community-backlash/articleshow/121431791.cms |access-date=2025-05-29 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}} The curriculum also came under scrutiny after critics pointed to the inclusion of sex education, which some considered inappropriate. Safety concerns were raised following an incident in which a participant sustained an eye injury during a game involving Orbeez.{{Cite news |date=2025-05-27 |title=“Everybody is not being considerate”: Kai Cenat Reacts to Eye Injury at Streamer University |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/esports/news/everybody-is-not-being-considerate-kai-cenat-reacts-to-eye-injury-at-streamer-university/articleshow/121444362.cms |access-date=2025-05-29 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}} Additionally, a rejection clip featuring applicant Zoe Spencer went viral and prompted public discussion about transparency and inclusivity.{{Cite news |date=2025-05-23 |title=“I'm a real person”: Zoe Spencer claims after Kai Cenat denied her application for Streamer University |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/esports/news/im-a-real-person-zoe-spencer-claims-after-kai-cenat-denied-her-application-for-streamer-university/articleshow/121359550.cms |access-date=2025-05-29 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}} These events were widely reported by outlets such as The Times of India and discussed across social media platforms including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.
References
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External links
- [https://streameruniversity.com Streamer University official website]
{{Draft categories|:Category:2025 establishments in the United States
:Category:2025 establishments in Ohio
:Category:Educational entertainment
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