XR =  Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR)

Room E251 • East Building, 2nd Floor 
Email: TC-XRLab@lonestar.edu

LAB CALENDAR | BOOKING PAGE

About

The XR Lab (formerly the VR Lab) is a hands-on space for Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR). We updated the name to reflect an expanded scope beyond VR—more tools, more experiences, same room. You may still see “VR Lab” on older flyers or links; that’s us (Room E251).

The goal is simple: learn by doing in immersive environments that make complex concepts click. Students, faculty, and staff use the lab for coursework, projects, and—when appropriate—games to unwind.

Who can use it?

• Students:
  • Come during posted Open Lab times.
  • You can also request time when the lab isn’t booked for classes (first-come, scheduling-permitting).

• Faculty & Staff:
  • Reserve the lab for classes, workshops, and demos.

• Clubs:
  • May request reservation time for projects.

• Community:
  • Public programs are not available right now. Future partnerships will be announced on the Lab Calendar.

The XR Lab is supported by a dedicated XR Technician (not OTS) for setup and basic troubleshooting during scheduled use.

Lab Hours (Weekly)

• Tuesday: 10:00 AM–12:30 PM and 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

• Wednesday: 10:00 AM–12:30 PM and 1:00PM–4:00 PM

• Friday: 10:00 AM–12:30 PM and 1:00PM–2:30 PM

Hours may shift for holidays or special events — check the Lab Calendar.

Equipment

• 8× Meta Quest 3 headsets

• 8× iPads (one per headset) for casting and device management

• 1× Instructor headset for demos/supervision

• Vibe Board for instruction (cast displays, present slides, quick whiteboarding) — available on request

• Standalone experiences — no PC required

Apps & Content

• Installed Apps — What’s currently on the headsets. Inventory can change between sessions.

• Faculty App Catalog (Not Installed) — A research list for instructors to explore free and paid XR titles that may fit course goals. These titles are not installed and not purchased; use this list to pursue funding/licensing for future use.

Interested in a title? Email TC-XRLab@lonestar.edu with your course, date window, and the app(s) you’re considering. We’ll review compatibility, costs, and next steps.

Reserving the Lab

Use the Booking Page for all requests (students, faculty/staff, clubs).
Capacity: The lab can host up to 8 users at once (plus instructor). Larger groups may be split into rotations.
Availability, Open Lab windows, and any closures are shown on the Booking Page.
Note: The system enforces start-time buffers and exact end times.

Booking Page.

Lab Calendar

Updates

Support & Contact

The lab is supported by a dedicated XR Technician who manages equipment, assists with setup, and provides basic troubleshooting during scheduled lab use.

• Email: TC-XRLab@lonestar.edu

• Location: East Building, Room E251