Mountaineer
Week 2018
OCT 19 - 28
Celebrating 71 years of Appalachian Heritage.
Learn About Our HistoryCraft Fair & Quilt Show
October 19-21
Traditional and contemporary crafts with artisans from West Virginia and neighboring states with handmade quilts showcasing the talents of the Country Roads Quilt Guild members.
Mountain Music
TBA
Presented by Barnes and Noble, and free and open to the public. Come kick up your heels, clap your hands and enjoy some of the best pickin' 'n grinnin' this side of the Monongahela.
Family Fun Day
October 20
Kids and families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of free activities at the Mountainlair that celebrate the history and culture of West Virginia. Performances on stage, crafts, games, information and more will be happening that highlight the best of the Mountain State!
Mountaineer Talent
The Mountaineer stars come out and shine during Mountaineer week!
Mountaineer Idol
Finale: Sunday, October 28, 2018
Katie Simms won the 2017-2018 Mountaineer Idol Competition!
Student Competitions
These are just a few of the student activities happening with many more planned for Mountaineer Week.
PRT Cram
October 22
A fun-filled tradition where students, faculty and staff compete to fit the most people in a tiny PRT car, which fits 16 people comfortably. The record of 97 was set in 2000. Any student, student organization or faculty/staff group is invited to come try to break the record. PLUS, stop by this year for a free 150th anniversary cup cake, while supplies last!
Beard Growing
October 24
See who can grow the best beard in 4 weeks! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 winners. Prizes will consist of plaques and $100, $75, and $50 respectively. Students must have participating in the Shaving portion to be considered in the judging.
Bob Huggins 3 - 3
Ongoing
Compete in this fun basketball tournament with teams of three to raise money for the Norma Mae Huggins Cancer Fund. All students are welcome to sign up on www.imleagues.com .
Photo Contest
Ongoing
The Mountaineer Week Photo Contest, presented by All Pro Photography, will be showcased on October 19-28, 2017, on the Mountainlair First Floor. WVU Students can submit up to three photographs (either color or black and white) to mountaineerweek@mail.wvu.edu by Wednesday, October 10 at 4:30pm .