Student Experience
Make friends, find your people, and have fun on campus. Here you can find events, student orgs, and ways to get involved that will make campus feel more like home.
The Homecoming Student Game Plan
The Homecoming Student Game Plan has everything you need for the weekend, from Ballin’ at Woodburn and the Homecoming Parade, Student Lot, Stripe the Stadium, and WVUp All Night. Check out the full lineup and make your plan for Homecoming weekend.
Spring dining plans available beginning October 15
Make spring semester meals easier with a WVU dining plan.
Attend the WVU Housing Fair on October 21
Are you searching for your WVU home for the 2027-2028 lease year? We encourage you to stop by the WVU Housing Fair on Wednesday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Mountainlair Ballrooms.
Get a free vintage poster to celebrate American Archives Month
Stop by the West Virginia and Regional History Center in the Downtown Library every Friday in October, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., to take a home free vintage poster!
National tour of ‘The Wiz’ follows the yellow brick road to Morgantown
The Tony Award-winning “The Wiz” is coming to the WVU Canady Creative Arts Center on Tuesday, October 20.
Appalachia@250 Social Innovation Hackathon tackles societal, technical challenges
The WVU Reed School of Media and Communications will host “Appalachia@250: A Social Innovation Hackathon” on Saturday, October 24, at the Media Innovation Center.
Haunted History Tour
oin Mountaineer Connections for a Haunted History Tour Featuring Dr. William Gorby on October 19 and 20th.
Topgolf with Mountaineer Connections Board
On October 22nd Mountaineer Connections is taking the first 50 students to sign up to Topgolf for free playing time and food.
$10 Rush Tickets Available for Fraggle Rock
Discounted student tickets are available for $10 for "Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE!" on Oct. 16 at 6 p.m.
Meet the 2026 Homecoming Court and vote for Homecoming Royalty
WVU’s 2026 Homecoming Court has been selected, and students can vote for this year’s Homecoming Royalty from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, and Wednesday, October 14, on WVUEngage.
Celebrate Homecoming week at WVU
Homecoming is back at WVU, bringing students, alumni, and fans together for a week of traditions, campus events, and Mountaineer pride.
WVU plans bell-ringing ceremony to remember students
West Virginia University will hold a bell-ringing ceremony at noon Wednesday, October 14, at Oglebay Plaza in remembrance of four students who died during the past year.
President Benson hosting Washington descendant for America 250 conversation
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, President Michael T. Benson will host a public conversation with Walter Washington, a direct descendant of President George Washington’s younger brother, Samuel.
Submit an Abstract for WV Undergraduate Day the Capitol by Nov. 20th
Abstract submissions are now being accepted for Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol. Being held on February 22, 2027, in Charleston, WV.
Showcase your research at Mountain State Cyber Summit: Register by Oct. 14
WVU students are invited to participate in the Student Research and Technology Poster Competition, sponsored by Citynet, during Mountain State Cyber Summit + Tech Yeah at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place.
Student Game Plan 10/8
There’s still plenty happening around campus as the Mountaineers get ready to take on Arizona in this week’s Coal Rush. From claiming your student ticket and stopping by Mountaineer Thursday to getting to Milan Puskar Stadium in black, here’s what students need to know for game day.
Attend an Upcoming Collegiate Recovery Event
Collegiate Recovery hosts activities open to all current WVU students each Thursday at Serenity Place from 5-7 p.m.
Get $10 tickets for “The Great Gatsby”
Discounted student tickets are available for $10 for the one-man performance of F. Scott Fitzgerald'sliterary classic “The Great Gatsby” on Oct. 8 at 6 p.m.
Calliope, WVU’s Undergraduate Literary Journal, to Hold Organizational Meeting
Calliope, WVU’s undergraduate literary journal, will hold an organizational meeting via Zoom on Thursday, October 22, at 7 p.m.
Make plans to be part of WVU Inauguration Day
Students are invited to attend the inauguration of President Michael T. Benson at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, at the Canady Creative Arts Center Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre.
Find your next Adventure WV day trip this October
Step away from campus and explore West Virginia with Adventure WV this October. From fall foliage and ziplining to Bridge Day and a night in the University Forest, these one-day trips give students a chance to try something new, meet people, and spend some time outside.
Attend BINGO with the Mountaineer Connections Board
Play BINGO, enjoy snacks, and win prizes!
Join WELLWVU for Naloxone Training
Students will learn the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, how to administer the medication, and other information that could help save a life.
Let’s Get Ready to Vote!
National Voter Education Week is all about making sure you have the information you need to participate in the voting process.
Register for Student org participation in Track or Treat
Showcase your organization to the community in this year’s Track or Treat at the WVU Hope Coliseum.