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Kabam’s GameChanger Scholarship (Apply by October 15)

Calling all gamers who are aspiring artists, designers, or STEM enthusiasts!

DigiBC member, Kabam is thrilled to bring back their annual GameChanger Scholarship. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to level up your gaming dreams. 🚀🚀🚀

With a mission to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (“DEIB”) in the industry, this year’s GameChanger Scholarship is aimed at empowering outstanding women in art, design, or STEM fields who demonstrate a deep passion for gaming. Kabam believes that by supporting talented women, they can create a more inclusive and representative gaming community. The GameChanger Scholarship underscores Kabam’s commitment to creating opportunities for women in the industry.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Award Amount: $5,000 CAD
  • Eligibility: Open to female students enrolled in engineering, design, or art programs, who have a strong passion for gaming in Canada
  • Application Process: Applicants will need to fill out an online application form, which requires submitting a personal essay or if preferred, a video response to a question, providing their academic history, and including contact information for two academic or professional references
  • Application Period: September 1st – October 15, 2024
  • The winner will be announced in December

Each application will be evaluated by Kabam’s Scholarship Evaluation Panel, which consists of diverse and experienced professionals from various areas in the field of gaming. They will assess candidates based on academic performance, gaming involvement, achievements, personal essay, and contributions to DEIB. To ensure an unbiased evaluation, all applications will be anonymized, removing identifying information prior to the review.

The GameChanger Scholarship is more than just financial support. It’s an opportunity to:

  • Be Recognized: Stand out as a future leader in the gaming industry
  • Gain Support: Receive financial assistance to help you focus on your studies and career goals
  • Inspire Others: Be a role model for future generations of women in gaming

Don’t miss out on this game-changing opportunity to make your mark in the gaming world. Join us in breaking barriers, forging new paths, and unlocking the future of gaming.

Ready to be a game changer? Apply now! The application deadline is October 15, 2024.

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