New Student Orientation is a full day to explore your new WVU home. Review the schedule to see what to expect.
Free parking for NSO is available at the WVU Coliseum on the Evansdale area of campus.
From there, you will travel downtown by bus to the Mountainlair Student Union for NSO check-in. You should arrive at the WVU Coliseum between 7:15 and 8 a.m. in order to get to the Mountainlair in time for the Welcome session.
The last bus will leave the WVU Coliseum at 8 a.m. Families arriving after the last bus will need to drive to the Mountainlair and pay to park.
Details will be added as the event approaches. Check back for the latest info!
7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Park in the WVU Coliseum parking lots and board the bus to travel downtown for NSO.
7:15 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
You'll be dropped off in front of the Mountainlair Student Union, where you'll check in for NSO and enjoy a quick complimentary breakfast. The WVU Bookstore will be open if you'd like to do some shopping before the program starts.
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Mountainlair Ballrooms
A special guest will welcome you to campus and our NSO staff will help you understand the schedule of the day.
9:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.
Mountainlair
Students, you will have the opportunity to meet with other incoming students and ask questions of our current students.
9:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.
Mountainlair Ballrooms
Parents and guests, this session is for you! Corey Farris, dean of students, and Lisa Hanselman, director of the Mountaineer Parents Club, will share info you need to know as a parent or family member of a WVU student!
10:10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Discover exactly what to expect with Life as a Mountaineer! We'll cover residence hall move-in and Welcome Week, plus how to get involved (and stay involved), some traditions we love, and more ways you will be supported.
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Downtown Classrooms
Everyone will hear from their academic unit and how students can be successful on campus and in their major.
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lunch is on us! You can eat at Hatfields, our dining hall in the Mountainlair, or choose from the Mountainlair's other eateries.
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First floor of the Mountainlair
Connect with student services and resources that will support you and help you find your fit on campus.
2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Mountainlair Ballrooms
Everyone will return to the Ballrooms to hear about cost, payment, and financial aid.
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Explore campus at your own pace – find where your classes are, check out the rec centers, and visit the WVU Bookstores.
5:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The last bus will leave the Mountainlair at 5 p.m. and make its final loop through campus. Please be at one of our designated bus stops by 5 p.m. to be picked up on this last loop.
Have questions? Check the FAQ or email wvuorientation@mail.wvu.edu. We're happy to help!