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Welcome Week

Welcome home, Mountaineers!

A new academic year starts here, and we can’t wait to welcome you to campus. Welcome Week runs August 12-23 with events to help you meet other students, explore campus, find your community, and get ready for the fall semester. There is something for everyone, so check the schedule and start planning your week.
Featured Events Full Schedule

Featured Events

Connect with your WVU family at these popular Welcome Week events.

A student receives help with moving into their residence hall from their family .

Residence Hall Move-in

Thursday-Saturday, August 13-15

First-year undergraduate students move into residence halls August 13-15 during their scheduled 2-hour time slot.

Students on high ropes course

Adventure, Wellness, and Service

August 14-23

Check out some of the many recreation and service opportunities in our area. All activities are free, with transportation provided.

Students playing archery tag in the Student Recreation Center at the WVU Midnight Mountaineer event.

Midnight Mountaineer

Friday, August 14
8 p.m. – 12 a.m., Student Rec Center

Midnight Mountaineer brings late-night fun to the Student Recreation Center with games, crafts, snacks, and prizes. You can try archery tag, pickleball, bingo, trivia, and more.

Students pose for a photo after winning a cash prize at WVUp All Night.

WVUp All Night

Saturday, August 15
10 p.m.-2 a.m., Mountainlair

Don’t miss the first WVUp All Night of the year! WVUp All Night is a free, late-night weekend program with free activities and free food.

Two students working at laptops at their table for the WVU Student Org Fair.

Student Organization Fair

Sunday, August 16
2-4 p.m., Student Rec Center

Find student groups that match your interests, from academic-focused clubs to groups dedicated to your favorite hobby.

The Class of 2029 excitedly filling Milan Puskar Stadium.

Sunday Night Lights

Sunday, August 16
7-10 p.m., Milan Puskar Stadium
First-time freshmen event

Experience what it means to be a Mountaineer! You’ll have the opportunity to sign your class flag, watch “The Pride of West Virginia” Mountaineer Marching Band perform its pregame show, meet new friends and, of course, get your official class photo taken in the state of West Virginia.

Students sitting and smiling in a lecture hall.

Academic Day Sessions

Monday, August 17

First-year undergraduate and transfer students will meet with faculty and administrators from their academic unit. Watch your MIX email for information from your college or school.

A large group of students sit on the green at Milan Puskar Stadium.

Mountaineer Midway and Movie

Monday, August 17
6-10 p.m., Life Sciences Building, Quad area

Bring your friends and make memories at one of Welcome Week’s biggest events. Mountaineer Midway features carnival games, food trucks, a Ferris wheel, and much more.

Students sit excitedly in their first day of classes.

First Day of Classes

Tuesday, August 18

Your fall semester starts now. Look for our Ask Us Anything tents across campus. Our volunteers are ready to answer your questions!

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Questions?

We can help. Contact us at welcomeweek@mail.wvu.edu.

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