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Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To School
  • How difficult it would be to live with a stranger. Definitely try to have more contact with your future roommate before moving in together. Facebook is a great tool for this.
  • Knowing the layout of WVU’s campuses and what each has to offer before coming here is a huge advantage. WVU's Web site provides maps.
  • When scheduling classes on the Evansdale campus, you should allow 30 minutes or more between classes when going to or from Evansdale via the PRT or the bus.
Tips to Succeed The biggest tip for succeeding at a school like WVU is to make sure you get your academics on track right away. There will always be chances to go to parties, but there aren’t always chances to succeed in classes. Also, get involved with a bunch of organizations. Even going to football games or other sporting events helps build a sense of camaraderie. Lastly, meet lots of new people and make a lot of friends. The key to college is staying happy and stress free, and with the company of good people, it is easy to do so.
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cwhitehouse

Psychology '15

4.6
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DRUNK BREAKFAST

this isn't a joke. WVU offers you nachos till midnight on Friday and Saturday and after that they offer eggs and biscuits. They literally hand you free food when you have the drunk munchies. It's part of their Up All Night program at the Mountain Lair and they usually have something fun for people to do who don't go out and drink on the weekends. It's fun to watch though when you are drunk and I love nachos when I'm drunk.

Apr 09, 2012

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tamara0908

Advertising '16

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Good School

I studying at WVU, nice campus, nice weather. Lot of things to do

Apr 02, 2012

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nlinder

Broadcast Journalism '14

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WVU Life

I am proud to call myself a Mountaineer and a member of the West Virginia University family. Academically, I have been motivated and educated by some of the most interesting and articulate people I have ever met. Class isn't something I dread, but rather something that I look forward to, thanks to the support and enthusiasm of WVU faculty.

The social scene at WVU is also very impressive. From numerous clubs and activities, WVU seems to have extracurricular to fit all personalities and interests. The night lift at WVU is also one to write home about. Our downtown is lined with bars, clubs and delicious restaurants that receive great attention on the weekends.

The overall sense of inclusion and community is what really attracted me to WVU. Not only does support come from fellow students and faculty, but the whole state of West Virginia seems to support each WVU student and the success of the Mountaineers. Whether it's at a football game or in the classroom, the WVU pride is displayed and supported through out the humble state of West Virginia.

Mar 06, 2012

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Traditions : One of the better traditions involves the WVU mascot, the Mountaineer. It is tradition for him to shoot off his musket during athletic events when a team scores, or to lead the team out onto the field. This is usually the signal for the students to get loud and crazy. Another big tradition is Mountaineer Week. During this week, various activities occur that show what the state of West Virginia is like. There are crafts, folk music players, a beard growing contest, and a contest to see how many students can fit into a PRT car. This usually garners a lot of attention for students, and it’s a great time for all
Urban Legends It is said that in 1902, a bunch of kids led a cow up four flights of stairs in Woodburn Hall as a senior prank. Since cows will go up stairs but are almost never willing to come back down, the cow had to be removed with an "improvised derrick."

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