Free study fuel and stress support for Finals Week

Fuel Up for Finals

WVU Dining Services and Student Life will host a free late-night breakfast from 10 p.m. to midnight Monday, May 4, in the Mountainlair.

Menu includes scrambled eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy, French toast bites and more. Shuttle buses will run continuously from Towers to the Lair during the event.

Support when you need it most

Serenity Place Study Hall

Hosted by WVU Collegiate Recovery Program, open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. during Finals Week with free coffee, snacks and quiet study space. Open to all current WVU students. Located in Serenity Place in Maple House next to the Mountainlair.

Carruth Center

Counselors are available all week. Call 304-293-4431 or visit carruth.wvu.eduto schedule.

For urgent needs during business hours, visit the Urgent/Crisis Clinic.
After hours, call 304-293-4431 and select option 1 to reach a crisis specialist.
You can also text WVU to 741741 for 24/7 confidential support.

Finals Week hours and transit

PRT extended hours

6:30 a.m. to 10:45 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Wednesday and Friday follow the regular schedule.

Mountainlair hours

Sunday, May 3: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Monday, May 4: 7 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Tuesday, May 5: 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Wednesday, May 6: 7 a.m. - 11p.m.

Thursday, May 7: 7 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Friday, May 8: 7 a.m. - 11p.m.

Saturday, May 9: 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 10: CLOSED

Games Area of the Mountainlair

Open 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday

Final exam schedule

View the full Spring 2026 Final Exam Schedule here.

Quick tips to manage stress

Get organized

If you haven’t already, create a schedule with all remaining due dates and final exam dates. Make sure you’re also planning when you intend to study and complete assignments. The most important part is to include REST and BREAKS in your schedule.

It is also important to take time to clean and organize your space because a clean space can help your mind feel more organized.

Move your body

You can do this by taking a walk, exercising, yoga or even stretching. You can also look to study in one of WVU’s Active Workspaces..

Sleep and rest

Sleep is very important and essential for your brain to function at its best. Try to get 7-8 hours of sleep each night and make sure to take study breaks. There is only so much your mind can absorb at one time. It needs time to process and integrate information. A good tip is to take a 10-minute break every hour. Rest your eyes as well as your mind. This also means to try and avoid cramming and excessive caffeine use since both will make it harder for your mind to get rest.

Stress reduction strategies

the stress that comes along with the end of the semester. These are just some items to keep in your toolbelt but be sure to keep them handy for when you may need them in a pinch.

• Here is a YouTube video e recommend that talks about 25 amazing coping skills from a licensed mental health professional.
• Here is a Deep Breathing Exercise Video (4,7,8 breathing) from a licensed mental health professional.

Use positive affirmations.

It is important to stay positive whenever you are experiencing high levels of stress. Notice your self-talk and make sure you are treating yourself with respect and love; the same way you treat others you love. Self–criticism, and shame do not typically promote better behavior, but tend to discourage you; be your own cheerleader!

Try chillPACK

WellWVU also has a daily chillPACK that helps you chill and retrain your brain to look for the positive. Do one activity a day and watch your productivity and perspective change for the better!

Summer Dining

Dining locations will close for the semester Saturday, May 9, with dining halls closing at noon. Visit dining.wvu.edu for summer retail hours.
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