Towers Dormitory
The Towers at West Virginia University (WVU), officially known as the Evansdale Residential Complex (ERC), comprise four high-rise residence halls: Bennett, Braxton, Brooke, and Lyon Towers. Located at 356 Evansdale Drive in Morgantown, WV, the ERC is situated on WVU’s Evansdale campus, offering convenient access to academic buildings, the Student Recreation Center, Café Evansdale, and the PRT Towers Station .YouVisit+9Housing | Home+9Housing | Home+9Housing | Home+2Housing | Home+2Housing | Home+2
🏢 Overview of the Towers
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Bennett Tower: Known for its vibrant community and multiple Living Learning Communities (LLCs) such as GOAL (sports management), The Quad (students of color), CREATE (College of Creative Arts), and ROOTS (Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources) .Housing | Home
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Braxton Tower: Hosts LLCs like Engineering, Adventure (outdoor interests), and Air Force ROTC, catering to students with specific academic or extracurricular interests .Housing | Home
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Brooke Tower: Offers LLCs for students in Air Force and Army ROTC programs, providing a supportive environment for those pursuing military careers .Housing | Home+1Housing | Home+1
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Lyon Tower: Currently does not host any LLCs but provides the same amenities as the other towers, making it a versatile option for various students .
🛏️ Room Features & Amenities
Each tower offers air-conditioned, fully carpeted rooms with options for single, double, or triple occupancy. Standard furnishings include extra-long twin beds (36×80 inches), study desks and chairs, dressers, drapes, desk lamps, and wastebaskets. Bathrooms are community-style and are cleaned daily by custodial staff .Housing | Home+2Housing | Home+2Housing | Home+2Housing | Home+1Housing | Home+1Housing | Home
Common amenities across all towers:
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High-speed wireless internet and cable TV
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24-hour staffed front desk
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Community lounges, study rooms, and computer labs
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Laundry facilities (require a Mounty Bounty card)
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On-site dining at Café Evansdale
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WVU Craft Center
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📍 Location & Nearby Facilities
The ERC's location on the Evansdale campus places students within walking distance of:Housing | Home+2Housing | Home+2Housing | Home+2
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Student Recreation Center
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Evansdale Crossing
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Creative Arts Center
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Evansdale recreational fields
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WVU Forensics Crime Scene Training Complex
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Additionally, the PRT Towers Station provides convenient transportation to other parts of the campus .Housing | Home+1Housing | Home+1
💬 Student Perspectives
Student feedback on the Towers is generally positive, highlighting the convenience of on-site dining and proximity to classes. Some students have mentioned occasional issues with mold and pests, which are not uncommon in older dormitories. Bennett Tower is often recommended for its amenities and community atmosphere .
For a visual tour of the Towers, you can watch the following video: