Membership Benefits
For a lifetime fee of $30, get the following:
Whether your gaming interest is in board games, chess, D&D, or classic Nintendo and Sony, GEMS is the right place for you.
We host community gaming nights and professional panels with industry insiders. Get access to our weekly events and more.
You'll make real friends at GEMS. And maybe defeat some of your enemies, too. Valiantly, of course, since all Sternies are valiant.
For a lifetime fee of $30, get the following:
Free access to all of the events we host through CampusGroups! That $5 drinks fee won't be a problem once you've joined GEMS.
Our newsletter, delivered straight to your Stern inbox so you never miss any of our monthly game nights, chess lunches, or industry panels.
Get in touch with our professional contacts in the gaming industry. And your fellow Sternies. We have one of the most vibrant and engaged communities of any club on campus.
Sep 11 | 5:10pm - 5:40pm
Join GEMS at NYU Stern for our Fall Kickoff! Meet fellow students passionate about games (video games, board games, and TTRPGs alike), esports, and media. Learn about upcoming events, and find out how you can get involved this semester. You'll discover club opportunities, network with peers, and get a sneak peek at our fall programming.
KMC - M3-50
Sep 11 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join SREC, GEMS, and ESA for a cross-club Happy Hour in the heart of campus! Meet students from across Stern, exchange ideas, and unwind over drinks. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, reconnect with friends, or simply enjoy a fun evening, this is the perfect chance to kick off your new school year!
Off the Wagon (TBD)
Sep 23 | 12:00pm - 1:20pm
Welcome to GEMS' Chess Series! Every Tuesday in room 3-130 we will be hosting chess events! Everyone of all levels is always welcome at all events! We’re here to foster a fun and relaxed chess-focused environment. This week’s event is especially for beginners. We’ll cover the basics of how the pieces move, simple strategies to get started, and give new players a chance to learn in a welcoming space. Also Included Chess Coaching! Have your classmates help you improve your game! Free Play! Boards will be setup in the back of the room for anyone to come and play. Food! We’re doing out best to have food, and will update this event description when confirmed. And much more! Other Notes Join our Chess.com club here!
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Sep 30 | 12:00pm - 1:20pm
Welcome to GEMS' Chess Series! Every Tuesday in room 3-130 we will be hosting chess events! Everyone of all levels is always welcome at all events! We’re here to foster a fun and relaxed chess-focused environment. This week’s event we'll do a puzzle rush competition through Chess.com, be sure to make an account and join our group! Also Included Chess Coaching! Have your classmates help you improve your game! Free Play! Boards will be setup in the back of the room for anyone to come and play. Food! We’re doing out best to have food, and will update this event description when confirmed. And much more! Other Notes Join our Chess.com club here!
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Oct 7 | 12:00pm - 1:20pm
Welcome to GEMS' Chess Series! Every Tuesday in room 3-130 we will be hosting chess events! Everyone of all levels is always welcome at all events! We’re here to foster a fun and relaxed chess-focused environment. This week’s event is especially for beginners. We’ll cover the basics of how the pieces move, simple strategies to get started, and give new players a chance to learn in a welcoming space. Also Included Chess Coaching! Have your classmates help you improve your game! Free Play! Boards will be setup in the back of the room for anyone to come and play. Food! We’re doing out best to have food, and will update this event description when confirmed. And much more! Other Notes Join our Chess.com club here!
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Oct 14 | 12:00pm - 1:20pm
Welcome to GEMS' Chess Series! Every Tuesday in room 3-130 we will be hosting chess events! Everyone of all levels is always welcome at all events! We’re here to foster a fun and relaxed chess-focused environment. This week’s event is especially for beginners. We’ll cover the basics of how the pieces move, simple strategies to get started, and give new players a chance to learn in a welcoming space. Also Included Chess Coaching! Have your classmates help you improve your game! Free Play! Boards will be setup in the back of the room for anyone to come and play. Food! We’re doing out best to have food, and will update this event description when confirmed. And much more! Other Notes Join our Chess.com club here!
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Oct 21 | 12:00pm - 1:20pm
Welcome to GEMS' Chess Series! Every Tuesday in room 3-130 we will be hosting chess events! Everyone of all levels is always welcome at all events! We’re here to foster a fun and relaxed chess-focused environment. This week’s event is especially for beginners. We’ll cover the basics of how the pieces move, simple strategies to get started, and give new players a chance to learn in a welcoming space. Also Included Chess Coaching! Have your classmates help you improve your game! Free Play! Boards will be setup in the back of the room for anyone to come and play. Food! We’re doing out best to have food, and will update this event description when confirmed. And much more! Other Notes Join our Chess.com club here!
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