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Immersive Learning Space (PL003) San Bernardino

The Immersive Learning Space at CSUSB is a dedicated space where faculty, staff, and students can explore the future of teaching, learning, and training through cutting-edge immersive technologies. Located in the basement of the Pfau Library (PL003), the lab is designed to foster collaboration, inspire creativity, and enrich instruction by moving beyond traditional classroom boundaries. Using META Quest 2 headsets and explore a growing library of immersive content that supports interactive experiences, deeper engagement, and stronger knowledge retention.

Immersive Learning Content

In the Immersive Learning Space, faculty, staff, and students can explore a variety of immersive experiences designed to enhance learning and introduce users to virtual reality technologies. The PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab at PDC and Multimedia and Immersive Technologies (MIT) team has developed a collection of interactive programs and experiences available for you to try.

Faculty who wish to integrate specific VR content into their courses can contact the MIT staff to have headsets pre-loaded with customized materials for their students

Immersive Learning Space in PL003

Two people wearing virtual reality headsets and holding controllers in a blue-walled room labeled “xREAL Lab.” One person

PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab (IW 204) Palm Desert Campus

The Paws Radio is the voice of intellectual and cultural life in Palm Desert, California. The PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab is the official student-run radio station for California State University, San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus. We also provide unique and diverse programming for students and our community at large. Paws Radio is dedicated to developing the technology skill-sets of students regardless of their field of study. Our goal is to help create well-rounded graduates who can keep up in today’s rapidly changing digital world well beyond their time at CSUSB.

Focusing on Student Success!

This is Collin. He has always dreamed of jumping out of an airplane, but because of safety restrictions, he was never able to make that dream a reality. Instead of letting that stop him, Collin's experience in the PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab allowed him to experience it through virtual reality.

With the guidance and support of Professor Lacey Kendall, instructor for the Technology Practicum, that dream became possible. Using VR technology and the hands-on training provided in the practicum, Collin stepped into a virtual world and felt what it’s like to jump from an aircraft, safely, and on his own terms.

But this experience became more than just a simulation. Throughout the process, Collin learned to operate the full range of equipment inside the PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab, from VR systems to studio controls, audio boards, and video production tools. What started as a personal dream evolved into an educational journey in multimedia technology.

PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab

A young man seated in a motorized wheelchair is using a virtual reality headset and handheld VR controllers. He is wearing a gray hoodie and dark pants, with personal items such as a camouflage bag and smartphone resting on his lap. The background includes a blue curtain, a speaker on a stand, and part of a bulletin board and cabinet, suggesting an indoor media or technology lab setting.

Immersive Learning Space: Content Library

The Immersive Learning Space offers a growing library of virtual reality experiences designed to engage, educate, and inspire. From breathtaking world travel to CSUSB-produced immersive documentaries and simulations, these experiences provide a new way to explore knowledge and connect with global perspectives.

YouTube 360° travel experiences

Explore iconic cities, natural wonders, and cultural landmarks all from within the headset. Whether it’s walking through the streets of Tokyo, standing at the base of the Eiffel Tower, or diving into the Great Barrier Reef, these experiences offer a vivid, first-person look at the world beyond the classroom.

Immersive Learning Youtube library

VR Interactive Learning Experiences

Beat Saber, Immersive Learning Through Rhythm and Movement

**Alt Text:** Promotional image for the virtual reality rhythm game *Beat Saber*. It features two glowing sabers—one red and one blue—crossing in midair as they slice through matching red and blue cubes. The title “BEAT SABER” appears in bold neon text on the right side against a dark, futuristic background illuminated by light streaks and geometric shapes.

Category: Interactive Learning / Wellness / Cognitive Development

Educational Applications:

Cognitive Skills: Improves reaction time, pattern recognition, and hand-eye coordination.
Physical Wellness: Provides an engaging form of physical activity, supporting campus health and wellness initiatives.
Music & Rhythm Education: Enhances understanding of tempo, rhythm, and timing, valuable in music and performing arts courses.
Stress Reduction: Offers a playful, energizing break that supports mental well-being and focus.

Tilt Brush, Painting VR, Creativity in Three Dimensions

Category: Art, Design, and Spatial Learning

Educational Applications:

Creative Expression: Allows students to paint, sculpt, and design in 3D space
Art & Design Education: Helps learners explore color theory, perspective, and composition interactively.
Architecture & Engineering: Enables spatial visualization and prototyping of structures and designs.
Mindfulness & Reflection: Encourages flow states and stress relief through immersive artistic creation.

Use the link below to reserve time in the Immersive Learning Space.

VR HEADSET RESERVATION

CSUSB Faculty and Staff Produced Immersive Content

The Phoenix of Gaza, Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb

A powerful virtual documentary that explores resilience and creativity amid adversity. Experience life and art in Gaza through an immersive 360° lens that highlights the human spirit’s ability to rise from hardship.

The Phoenix of Gaza

**Alt Text:** A digital artwork depicting a woman wearing a traditional embroidered dress and a white headscarf, standing against a golden cloudy sky. The lower part of her body transforms into crumbling buildings, symbolizing destruction or displacement. The image conveys a sense of loss, resilience, and connection between human identity and a devastated landscape.

CSUSB Performing Arts Center Safety Training, MIT & Risk Management

A practical and engaging VR training module designed for performing arts students and staff. Learn essential safety protocols and situational awareness in an interactive, risk-free environment.

Performing Arts Center Safety Training

**Alt Text:** A wide-angle view of an empty theater auditorium with rows of curved seating facing a stage. The stage is illuminated by several spotlights, with red curtains framing the sides and a light-colored backdrop behind. The modern interior features wooden acoustic panels and overhead lighting fixtures, creating a warm and professional atmosphere suitable for performances or presentations.

Chicano Artist Oscar Ramirez, Boyle Heights, California, James Trotter

Experience the vibrant art and cultural expression of Oscar Ramirez, a Chicano artist from Boyle Heights. This immersive visit offers insight into the creative process and the power of community-based art.

The School Boy (360) Artist, Oscar Ramirez

**Alt Text:** A man stands confidently in front of a colorful graffiti-covered wall. He is wearing a black T-shirt with a white anchor symbol, dark jeans, and a decorative belt buckle. His arms are tattooed, and he has a beard and styled hair. The vivid graffiti behind him features bold blue, orange, and yellow patterns, creating a striking urban backdrop.

Chicano Murals, San Diego, California, Dr. Bibiana Diaz

Tour the nationally recognized Chicano Park, home to the largest collection of Chicano murals in the world. Learn about its history, cultural significance, and the community activism that brought it to life.

Chicano Murals

**Alt Text:** A colorful mural painted on a concrete pillar depicts several people in a bold, expressive style. The figures wear clothing with cultural and political significance, including shirts and hats labeled “Chicana Power.” The mural is set in an outdoor park with trees, grass, and parked cars visible in the background, celebrating community pride and heritage.

The Shatila Refugee Camp, Beirut, Lebanon, Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb

Step inside one of the most historic refugee camps in the Middle East. This immersive experience offers a human-centered perspective on community, endurance, and everyday life within Shatila.

Shatila Refugee Camp

Here’s an appropriate alt text description for that image: **Alt text:** Two people wearing face masks walk through a crowded outdoor market. The person on the left wears a pink headscarf and dark clothing, while the person on the right wears a blue striped shirt. The market is busy with other people and lined with shops and hanging goods in the background.

CSUSB Faculty and Staff Produced Immersive Content

Dr. Michelle Russen from the Hospitality Management Department at CSUSB's Palm Desert Campus had her students create promotional 360-degree videos showcasing the Palm Desert and Coachella Valley areas. As part of their hospitality management course, students filmed, wrote scripts, recorded voice-overs, and edited the content themselves. Using immersive technology, they developed engaging media to promote the region’s attractions and hospitality opportunities.

Coachella Valley Preserve

La Quinta Resort & Club

Coachella 6th

A 360-degree image of a grassy park area in Coachella, California. In the center is a white mission-style city landmark structure labeled “Coachella 6th.” Tall trees create shaded areas while sunlight filters through the branches. Park benches and nearby streets with parked cars surround the scene. The text “Coachella 6th, Coachella, CA” appears in the middle of the image.