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Collins College, a school of design and technology, will host a video game tournament, Guitar Hero II, where participants can fulfill their fantasy of being a rock star. The event’s sponsor is RedOctane - publisher, developer and distributor of interactive entertainment software, hardware and accessories.

Players are invited to participate in this single elimination style tournament. There is a 32-player sign-up limit per skill level – medium, hard, and expert, and competitors may only participate in one skill level. Hyper-speed is allowed if both players agree. Songs are selected randomly and players may bring their own Guitar Hero controller.

Prizes will be awarded at the conclusion of the tournament. First place winners in each level will receive one month of free guitar lessons from Amy K. Music Company. Prizes for 2nd and 3rd place winners will be announced the day of the tournament. RedOctane will provide the prizes.

There is no charge to participate or attend this public tournament.

Saturday July 14, 2007
Registration begins at noon
Tournament starts at 1:00 P.M.

Collins College Main Campus, 1140 South Priest, Tempe, AZ 85281
Lovas Building, Room L7-L8

To RSVP, call 480-446-1200, ext 252 or email ajuneau@collinscollege.com
Questions about game play contact: riverratak@yahoo.com

Complimentary refreshments will be served.

Collins College, a school of design and technology, provides students with a career-focused education. Approximately 2,000 students from across the nation attend Collins College. Collins offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in animation, game design, visual arts with a major in game art, graphic design, Graphic Design, interior design, film & video production, and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. For more information on Collins, visit www.collinscollege.edu