This year’s Topperfest is two-week extravaganza of events designed to welcome students to West Liberty University and get them acclimated to campus through both informative and entertaining events. These events give new students the chance to interact with each other and jump-start the friendships that will last a lifetime. Topperfest will begin during New Student Move In on Friday August 18th!
Listed below are some frequently asked questions about Topperfest. If you have further questions, please contact the Office of Student Life at (304) 336-8580 or activities@westliberty.edu. For a detailed description of Topperfest events, please see the information listed below. A schedule of events can be found in the activities calendar, and the full detailed 2023 schedule will be posted shortly. Check out the Fall ’22 calendar for an idea of what will take place: TOPPERFEST- Fall 22 or at the bottom of this page!
Q: What if I do not attend Topperfest?
A: WLU strongly encourages everyone to attend Topperfest. Free gifts, free food, prizes, and most importantly you are granted to chance to meet the people you will be in close contact with for the next four years. These events are designed to not only promote fun and excitement but to also promote lasting relationships between students, faculty, and staff.
Q: Who can attend Topperfest?
A: All new students are welcome and encouraged to attend as many Topperfest events as possible. This includes transfer students, first year students, residential and commuter students!
Q: With all this excitement going on, when will I be able to figure out where my classes are?
A: Resident Assistants (RAs) wearing staff shirts will be available to give campus tours after the New Student Assembly on Saturday, August 20th. Bring your class schedule and an RA will walk you to each of your class rooms to help get you ready for your first day of class. If you are not a residential student, please come to the Office of Housing and Residence Life in Rogers Hall and staff will arrange an RA to give you a tour of your classes.
Q: I know that I already receive basic cable, but what if I want Premium Channels as well?
A: You can speak with the Office of Housing and Residence Life to consult with a Comcast Representative. Comcast will be on campus throughout the first week of school to deal with any cable/internet issues. Please speak with your RA if you are having any issues.
Q: What events should I look forward to?
New Student Assembly – At the assembly, you will be granted the ability to meet and greet fellow students but you will also hear from members of the Enrollment and Student Services Division who will welcome you to campus, enlighten you on campus policies, and give you a general idea of the role they will play during your time at West Liberty.
Block Party– During the first Saturday night on campus, stop by between Curtis and Bonar for a Block Party filled with music, games, food, and more!
Topper Wars – Tradition stands tall in this relay of epic proportions where students will join together in three different teams to battle in a variety of events, including athletic and other types of challenges. We welcome commuters and residential students to this event, so come join us and get a free t-shirt!
Making Connections: Tie-Dying – Come down to the Quad to tie-dye shirts grab some snacks and hang out with friends. *This event is sponsored by Counseling Services
Organizational Fair on the Quad – You will have the chance to meet and greet some of West Liberty’s finest clubs and organizations. Join others that share your secret talents and interests and find the club that is right for you.
And many more activities throughout the campus provided through Greek Life, Student Government Association, Athletics, Housing, & Student Life!
