VR/AR Association (VRARA) members of Alabama, XR startups, technical experts, industry enthusiasts, newcomers, and more — all in partnership with the Central Florida Chapter of the VRARA — are invited to the next big event in our state, Beyond Boundaries: VR & AR in Alabama.
This go-around, it's held in the prestigious University of Alabama at Birmingham, which has one of the top 10 highest ranked hospitals in the United States, with well over 20,000 staff. The university, itself, has 27,000+ students. Folks from both groups will be around for this event. It's gonna be big.
This one-day event is free and open to everyone, including industry leaders, XR startups, technical experts, students, academic professionals, healthcare practitioners, training specialists, community members, and more! Experience a transformative conference hosted collaboratively by UAB Medicine, UAB Collat School of Business, UAB Libraries, and i3, inc., that will focus on the impact of virtual reality and augmented reality across various sectors — as well as what awaits us in this expanding space. Innovating medical professionals, interested in a variety of emerging technologies, will be in attendance.
Immerse yourself in engaging presentations, MindMerge discussions, and insightful panels exploring the transformative potential of VR and AR in business, education, medicine, government, and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an enthusiast, this event offers abundant opportunities to gain insights, network, and explore cutting-edge technology.
We anticipate participants from across the country and southeast to come, representing a variety of industries. We'll have hardware and software brands showcasing their latest innovations at our vendor expo, as well, providing firsthand experiences with groundbreaking technology.
Don't miss it. Or: at least show up late. Bring friends if you do, OK?
Key art for this event is by regional artist, and senior graphic designer, Leilani Pitts. Visit her site here.
Thanks to Buffalo Rock for providing food and drinks! Also thanks to:
UAB Collat School of Business for providing space and housekeeping
Professional Education within Collat for parking, setup, AV, and the after party
Blenz Smoothie Bar for providing smoothie samples throughout the morning
UAB Libraries for sponsoring half of lunch on-site
UAB Heersink School of Medicine for their ongoing support
UAB Medicine
i3, inc.
