MURRAY, Ky. (KFVS) - A new virtual reality lab at Murray State University is giving criminal justice and social work students a hands-on approach to learning.

Held during Family Weekend on September 5, the grand opening for the lab in Murray State’s Criminal Justice and Social Work department gave families and community members a chance to see it.

According to MSU, the lab uses the WRAP VR system, which puts students in real-world scenarios to help them build communication and problem-solving skills.

They say situations range from traffic stops and domestic violence calls to encounters with people experiencing mental illness or substance abuse issues.

“We are excited to open the Virtual Reality Lab, which will help provide another opportunity for our students to have experiential learn

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