Global Gaming Expo (G2E)
G2E 2008 Scholarship Program
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In cooperation with University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)
Calling All Undergraduate Students
Looking To Pursue a Career In Gaming -
This Is Your Chance to Attend the Gaming Industry's Premier Trade Show and Conference!
If you are an undergraduate college student interested in a career in gaming, you must learn more about the G2E 2008 Scholarship Program.
The G2E Scholarship Program gives you an opportunity to attend the gaming industry's premier trade show and conference and begin planning for your future career right now! If you are chosen to be a G2E Scholarship Program winner, you will join the Who's Who of gaming professionals from around the globe, see the latest products, learn about the hottest trends and begin to develop your professional network. G2E is your best opportunity to enhance your educational experience within gaming.
G2E Scholarship Program Overview
Students will be asked to write and submit a compelling essay explaining why they want to be at G2E. All essays will be reviewed by members of the G2E Conference Advisory Board and Directors from UNLV's International Gaming Institute. A total of 50 winners will be chosen. Students whose essays are selected will enjoy the following benefits:
- Free G2E Four-Day Conference Pass, including access to the exhibit floor and the Training & Development Institute
(November 17-20, 2008 at the Las Vegas Convention Center). - Admission to a special student group session on gaming and hospitality career opportunities.
- Opportunity to have resumes/CVs made available to G2E Exhibitors and industry professionals for potential
internship opportunities. - See first-hand how the G2E Conference is organized by assisting with the logistics on-site for one full day.
G2E will schedule this with you prior to the Show.
Essay Criteria for Submission
To apply for the G2E 2008 Scholarship program, you must submit your essay by September 15, 2008.
Essay content to address the following:
- Why you want to attend G2E.
- What you hope to gain by attending the conference and/or show.
- How you think your attendance will help in pursuit of a career in the gaming or hospitality industry.
Essay will be evaluated on content, organization, format, grammar and spelling.
Essay must be double spaced.
Essay must be typed using 12 point, New Times Roman font.
Essay must be a maximum of two 8 1/2 x 11 pages.
Student resume/CV must be submitted with essay entry.
Please send your entry to Mike Johnson, director of gaming education, via the following:
Mail: 383 Main Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851, USA
Email:
Fax: 1-203-840-9860
Responsibilities of Winning Students
Travel and accommodations are not included.
Students to complete and submit an evaluation form after the event on their experience at G2E.
Note: Paid G2E conference attendees will have priority seating at the conference sessions.
Questions?
Call Mike Johnson at 1-203-840-5860
Email:
