Behrend Talks is a radio series that features faculty members and guests from Penn State Behrend discussing a wide range of topics, including politics, science, and the arts. In episode 4.3, titled "The Power of Virtual and Augmented Reality," hosts Dan Schall and Heather Cass sit down with Chris Shelton, the director of the VAR
We want to extend our gratitude to the Hagen History Center for hosting a successful reopening event, as reported by erienewsnow.com. The article highlights the large turnout of visitors who attended the center's reopening after six months of closure due to COVID-19. To learn more about the event and the Hagen History Center, click here:
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Chris Shelton, the Director of the VAR Lab, has been named as one of Erie’s "40 under 40" honorees in the class of 2021 by the ErieReader. This coveted recognition celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, entrepreneurial skills, and leadership qualities, driving progress and advancement in their
The VAR Lab team, comprised of Marcus Jacobs and Dr. Chris Shelton, is thrilled to have showcased their Virtual Hike of the Wintergreen Gorge project in collaboration with Behrend's Alumni Relations Director and Sustainability Coordinator, as a part of Penn State's annual We Are alumni event. This event is traditionally held at the University Park
"Virtual Reality: More Than Fun and Games" Interested in learning more about how virtual reality is revolutionizing industries beyond gaming? Check out Penn State Behrend's Rise and Shine Webinar Series featuring Dr. Shelton and Research Assistant, Erica Juriasingani, who talk about the lab's projects and plans for the future! In this webinar, you'll discover how
Check out this 'Draw My Life' video of Chris Shelton, the founder of the Virtual and Augmented Reality Lab at Penn State Behrend, and learn how he started the lab. here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KL0Zil0lNk.
We want to express our appreciation to erienewsnow.com for covering the innovative work of Penn State Behrend students in creating a mental health app called "Serene". The app provides personalized self-care plans and resources to improve mental health, and we applaud the students for using their skills to make a positive impact. To learn more
Thank you to Behrend for sharing this informative article about VAR students developing a new pandemic resource. The article discusses how the students created a mindfulness app for people in need during the pandemic. Click here to read it: https://behrend.psu.edu/feature/behrend-students-develop-new-pandemic-resource
Check out this video showcasing an app called Serenity, designed by Penn State Behrend VAR Lab students and professors, aimed at helping users combat mental illness by tracking their emotions and offering resources and activities to ease stress and depression. Link: https://www.yourerie.com/video/app-designed-to-combat-mental-illness-designed-by-psu-students-and-professors/6470467/
Check out this news cast about a team of students from VAR who have developed a mental health and mindfulness app to help combat stress and depression during the pandemic. The app tracks users' emotions and suggests activities and resources to ease their mental health struggles. This is a great example of the innovative work
