Life at WVU
Your week has 168 hours. We make the hours that you鈥檙e not in class just as full of discovery, growth and fun.
![Two students relax in a dorm room](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/4YEQxgoT8k0u4A8WeoqKQm/b1a0ea2f250da1d23edc068767b3cc56/housing-32535-S-0583-XX.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Housing
Our residence halls and apartment complexes are much more than a place to sleep. You will study, relax, create and dream with like-minded friends.
![Student fills a plate at the salad bar](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/2vkFeT9ZZeuOgcecyGqKsi/f32523c09b4f24970a92d3be351cbff9/dining-featurette-325019-S-MGE00028xx.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Dining
A good meal is always nearby. Choose from four residential dining centers and retail locations like Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, I Love Juice Bar and Which Wich. Looking for low calorie or allergen-free options? We have those, too.
![Gold and blue Personal Rapid Transit car travels on elevated guideway](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/1cY6Aq6j6so6EmC6S2usKO/05145261d0c0ebcc5077677a6be177d2/prt-life-at-wvu-thumbnail.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Transportation and Parking
Our electric people mover, the PRT, is the best ride in town. Where else can you glide above traffic in computer-driven cars while studying for your next class? Your student ID gives you free access to the PRT and Morgantown鈥檚 Mountain Line buses.
![Female student blows bubbles at an event on Mountainlair Plaza](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/4OGkUBzIyAkmIkEO6UEoAe/c44b0cfe6df38094ba0d850a92466c33/student-life-33716-S-0083-JFS-XX.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Division of Student Life
We support WVU's student-centered learning environment. From fun activities and service projects to resources that help you navigate college life, we鈥檝e got you covered.
![Exterior of Downtown Campus Library](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/1vo9YTWGUoyeeeqQeyEeWE/5617cbd99c8ec38c84b00ce465f7e4d3/libraries-33983-S-0192-JFS-XX_1_.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Libraries
Pioneers have crossed continents in pursuit of humankind鈥檚 great discoveries. With our libraries, you鈥檒l barely have to cross the street for yours.
![Student uses a laptop computer at the Health Sciences Library](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/2mFgWP3uQIEs8MsasuAUeS/97da83f6265a32de6ecd6aa931339bca/technology-30799S0024XX.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Technology
Wherever you go, we'll keep you connected to the University resources and services you need.
Get Involved
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Adventure WV
With Mother Nature dishing out the lessons, Adventure WV will teach you more about yourself than any book will.
![High school students practice dance steps as part of the 2017 Summer Dance Camp](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/5sfdGNYjfOIWa2uuwQYayU/5c7718ddf98bb6644c0b361230c5f21e/the-arts-33587-S-MGE00045-xx.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
The Arts
As a regional hub for the visual and performing arts, we offer a year-round slate of recitals, concerts, plays, musicals, exhibitions, lectures and classes.
![Students cheer in the Coliseum student section](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/3p6I1jjLSo6IeUEcSMsUoG/f9a25defd6bbc68d20d1742a95051c15/athletics-35350-S-0467-JFS-XX.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Athletics
51在线s compete in 18 varsity sports. Join the 51在线 Maniacs for perks like priority seating. Or get in on the competition yourself by playing intramurals or club sports.
![Disinfecting playground equipment](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/70u93E3aMM4EKuses44SWo/3f57fa8ff346c1078530b13d8fae1399/playground-cleanup-33683-S-BFP-0405-XX.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Center for Community Engagement
With 200+ community partners needing volunteers, finding new ways to serve (and learn) is never a problem.
![Student looks at a notebook computer while taking a break at an outdoor table on the Health Sciences part of campus.](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/6Al6nqEaHPo6Om1jODfHnh/737a5655b220e1ba48e97613b5e30682/37725_S_BFP_0358_XX.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Project 168
What you learn outside of the classroom is just as important as what you learn in class. Project 168 is a way to formally recognize this and provide a credential for extracurricular effort.
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Purpose Center
The Purpose Center is a place for exploration and connection. Once you know your strengths and what drives you, you can apply those insights into everything you do.
![WVU Quidditch player in gold and blue team shirt](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/1kpUTnyEpyw4U40SeY8UAG/36bb935f7fca6c984bb487fdd8449f69/quidditch-30068-S-226XX.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Student Organizations
Among our 500+ clubs and organizations, there鈥檚 a Quidditch Club and a Tax Law Society. So as long as your interests fall somewhere in between, we鈥檝e got you covered.
![Student navigates handholds to ascend the Student Rec climbing wall](http://images.ctfassets.net/udw4veezvy46/3yi8TWyQXS0MeIkOg4iouM/7129f47c8cbc5d9405e7b0bfd7a29d24/climbing-wall29466-S--0200.jpg?&q=60&fl=progressive&w=540)
Student Recreation Center
What kind of 51在线s would we be if we didn鈥檛 have a massive climbing wall? You鈥檒l find it, plus fitness equipment, free weights, pools, courts and an elevated track, at the Student Recreation Center.