American University in Dubai (AUD)
American University in Dubai (AUD) made history today by becoming the first university globally to enter the Metaverse alongside Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) in partnership with Supermodule through BLOCKLAB. This move brought by AUD’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (AEIC) is aligned with Dubai Government Metaverse Strategy, and catapults AUD as an innovator in that space.
Dr. David A. Schmidt, President of AUD said ‘these are transformational technologies that are inevitable for our future generations, and we continuously incorporate and evolve our educational programs to include such advancements.’ Dr. Sabrina Joseph, Provost and Chief Academic Officer said ‘These advancements will open up new ways of learning.’
During the kick-off event at AEIC, AUD announced the launch of BLOCKLAB Metaverse initiative planned by AEIC Blockchain Committee. BLOCKLAB is the first Blockchain initiative by AEIC that will facilitate students and Startups to use blockchain-related services in the Metaverse. The announcement of BLOCKLAB marks a significant milestone for AUD and AEIC in their effort to stay ahead of the curve and provide their students and Startups with innovative opportunities to prepare them for the future. During the event, the speakers highlighted the importance of service offerings and internship opportunities that the BLOCKLAB metaverse will unlock, such as game publishing, event hosting, and creative marketplace. In conclusion, AUD’s entry into the Metaverse is a significant achievement and positions the university as a leader. This is a testament to providing students with the latest technological advancements and preparing them for the future.
The event addressed by Dr. Sunitha Kshatriya, Director of AEIC & Associate Professor of Management; Dr. Vinod Pangracious, Chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering & Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering; Mr. Vivek Ganesh, and Mr. Imran Wadha the founders of Supermodule, highlighted the partnership of AEIC and Supermodule and the importance of collaboration and innovation in driving the adoption of new technologies.