Streamer University Updates, May 2025

Streamer University, founded by popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat, recently made headlines with its inaugural event and subsequent discussions about its future. Here’s a timeline of the latest updates and news:

Latest Updates (May 26, 2025):

• Declined Major Platform Offers: Kai Cenat revealed that he declined offers from major streaming platforms like Amazon Prime, Netflix, and Tubi to bring Streamer University to their platforms. He stated that he wanted to maintain the authenticity and raw energy of the project, believing that partnering with large platforms would compromise its vision by trying to turn it into a “polished show” or “reality TV.” He opted to self-fund and produce the program with AMP (Any Means Possible) collectives and collaborators.
• Uncertainty about Future Events: Despite the immense success and positive reception, Kai Cenat expressed uncertainty about whether he will host Streamer University again in the future. He stated that he now officially owns the IP for Streamer University and recognizes its originality, but is cautious about repeating it.
• Massive Viewership and Trending Status: Just days after its launch, Streamer University was trending across social media platforms like Twitter (X), TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, generating millions of views and user-generated content.
• Most-Watched Channels: Several creators who participated in Streamer University saw significant viewership boosts. DDG topped the list with 3.57 million views, followed by Ray and Kai Cenat himself.
• Controversies and Drama: The event also saw some controversial moments, including the alleged expulsion of streamer Young Dabo over a haircut and a reported incident involving “CookingWithKya” at a club outing. These incidents contributed to the “engaging content” but also sparked debate within the streaming community.

Timeline of Events:

• February 2025: Kai Cenat first teased the idea of Streamer University during a live stream, mentioning his plan to rent out a university for a weekend to help aspiring streamers.
• Early May 2025 (around May 7): Kai Cenat officially announced the launch of Streamer University with a Harry Potter-inspired video. Enrollment opened, and the website reportedly crashed due to over 6 million requests within minutes, receiving over 1 million applications.
• May 17, 2025: Kai Cenat announced the “professors” and students selected for the first class of 2025, a mix of well-known streamers and influencers.
• May 21, 2025: Kai Cenat made a surprise visit to the University of Akron, where Streamer University was set to take place, attracting large crowds of students.
• May 22-25, 2025: Streamer University took place at the University of Akron. It was an all-expenses-paid weekend for 120 in-person participants, with thousands more joining virtually. The program focused on practical skills, creator etiquette, and community building, with classes like “Internet Beef 101” and “Defense Against Hating.” Guest instructors included DDG, India Love, ImDontai, and Ojay Suave. The first day’s livestream on Kai Cenat’s Twitch channel peaked at over 638,000 viewers.
• May 25, 2025 (Sunday evening): Streamer University concluded. Drake delivered a heartfelt closing speech, praising Kai Cenat for organizing the event.