Located in Lilly Library, Behrend’s immersive Open Lab is dedicated to facilitating immersive experiences at a classroom scale. The space is fully equipped with all the essential infrastructure required for individuals or groups to explore programs of interest.
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What We Do
Supporting Integration
Into the Curriculum
Integration of XR technologies into the curriculum prepares the next round of graduates for the immersive future ahead.
Fostering Community
Outreach and Engagement
With the XR infrastructure in place, VAR Edu is useful as a tool for schools and groups to in the Erie region to use.
Open Lab for On-campus
Engagement
Collaborating with on-campus groups to host immersive events and tournaments, providing resources for students to explore programs of interest.
Experience Catalog
The Experience Catalog is an ongoing, collaborative project between Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) and the Virtual and Augmented Reality (VAR) Lab at Penn State Behrend. This resource is free to browse for the general public and both TLT and VAR Lab welcome others within the University community who want to partner to further develop the Catalog.
Integration Spotlights
News & Media
A 2022 End-of-year Review for VAR Edu
Reflecting on the past year, we are pleased to report that 2022 was a highly
Awarded $100,000 Learning Space Improvement Grant for VAR Edu
VAR Edu, Behrend's immersive Open Lab, has been awarded a $100,000 grant by the Learning
Hosting our first Family and Alumni event in VAR Edu
VAR Edu, Behrend's immersive classroom located in Fasenmyer 200, recently participated in Penn State’s Parents,
Program Partners