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THE MOUNTAINLAIR

The Mountainlair, commonly called "the Lair" by students, has served as the student union and the heart of student life since 1968.

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Students enjoying the dining services in the Mountainlair

food and shops

The Mountainlair is the center of WVU’s downtown campus life with a food court offering something for everyone.

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Inside the Mountainlair entry way

reserve your perfect space

With over 220,000 square feet of space, the Mountainlair provides a meeting place for social, recreational, cultural and educational pursuits.

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Students walking near the post office and IT Services Center.

how can we help?

Make your life easier with the many services available in the building, including a post office, banking, IT Services Center and more.

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Hours of Operation

Mountainlair fall Hours of Operation

  • Monday - Friday: 7am - 11pm
  • Saturday - Sunday: 8am - 11pm
FALL BREAK HOURS:
Friday, November 22:  7am to 8pm
Saturday, November 23:  CLOSED
Sunday, November 24:  CLOSED
Monday, November 25:  7am to 5:30pm
Tuesday, November 26:  7am to 5:30pm
Wednesday, November 27:  CLOSED
Thursday, November 28:  CLOSED
Friday, November 29:  CLOSED
Saturday, November 30:  CLOSED
Sunday, December 1:  2pm to 11pm

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NOTE: Building hours are subject to change based on operational necessity. Call 304-293-3701 during business hours for more information.

WVUp All Night Hours of Operation

  • Friday & Saturdays: 10pm - 2am
There is no WVUp All Night the weekend of October 11 and 12 due to Fall Break. 

Entry during WVUp All night is limited to only WVU Students and their guests ages 17 years of age and older.

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Games Area FALL Hours of Operation

  • Monday - Friday:  3pm to 10pm
  • Saturday:  6pm to 10pm
  • Sunday: 3pm to 9pm  
FALL BREAK HOURS:
Friday, November 22:  3pm to 7pm
Saturday, November 23:  CLOSED
Sunday, November 24:  CLOSED
Monday, November 25:  CLOSED
Tuesday, November 26:  CLOSED
Wednesday, November 27:  CLOSED
Thursday, November 28:  CLOSED
Friday, November 29:  CLOSED
Saturday, November 30:  CLOSED

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News and upcoming events

Keep up-to-date with all the happenings inside the Mountainlair!

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