Recharging After COVID: Creating a Virtual Reality Space to Grow Outreach and Foot Traffic at an HBCU Consortium Library.

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Title: Recharging After COVID: Creating a Virtual Reality Space to Grow Outreach and Foot Traffic at an HBCU Consortium Library.
Authors: Williams, Patrice1 pwilliams@auctr.edu, Epstein, Jessica2 jepstein2@gsu.edu
Source: College & Research Libraries News. Feb2025, Vol. 86 Issue 2, p58-62. 5p.
Subject Terms: *Student participation, Technological innovations, Virtual reality
Company/Entity: Atlanta University Center (Ga.) , Emory University. General Libraries
Abstract: The article focuses on the post-pandemic adaptation of the Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library, highlighting its efforts to increase engagement through virtual outreach and innovative programs. Topics include the implementation of hybrid learning and virtual reality initiatives, the creation of a virtual reality lounge and wellness space through a grant, and the impact of these changes on student participation and library foot traffic.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article focuses on the post-pandemic adaptation of the Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library, highlighting its efforts to increase engagement through virtual outreach and innovative programs. Topics include the implementation of hybrid learning and virtual reality initiatives, the creation of a virtual reality lounge and wellness space through a grant, and the impact of these changes on student participation and library foot traffic.
ISSN:00990086
DOI:10.5860/crln.86.2.58