Frequently Asked Questions
Meal Plan Basics
When can I start using my meal plan?
Your meal plan is active beginning on August ___. Enjoy a meal and make new friends at Henderson Dining Hall!
Where can I use my meal plan?
You can use your meal plan swipes to redeem an anything-you-care-to-eat meal at our dining hall, Henderson.
You may also use your meal swipe in retail in exchange for a combo at Panther Grill or Panther Brew. (?)
What is Flex?
Flex is a declining balance fund - think of it like a debit card! Each Flex = $1 and as you spend them, your balance declines. Purchases are sales tax-free when you spend Flex in our retail locations.
What if I have special dietary needs?
If you have special dietary needs, please reach out to our General Manager or Executive Chef.
If I don't live in on-campus housing, can I still get a meal plan?
YES! We offer our meal plans to upper-class students living in the residence halls, and commuting students. You can visit the Students Accounts page to purchase your meal plan today!
What is meal exchange?
Meal Exchanges are defined as a meal swipe used at a retail location (Panther Grill and Panther Brew). In simple terms, anytime a student uses their meal plan to get food outside of the dining halls, a meal exchange happens.
Where can I use meal exchange?
Meal Exchange can be used at Panther Grill and Panther Brew.
What if I run out of meal swipes before the semester is over?
Students can purchase more than one block each term. Just keep in mind that unused swipes do not carry over to the next semester.
Meal Exchange
What is meal exchange?
Meal Exchanges are defined as a meal swipe used at a retail location (Panther Grill and Panther Brew). In simple terms, anytime a student uses their meal plan to get food outside of the dining halls, a meal exchange happens.
Where can I use meal exchange?
Meal Exchange can be used at Panther Grill and Panther Brew.
What if I run out of meal swipes before the semester is over?
Students can purchase more than one block each term. Just keep in mind that unused swipes do not carry over to the next semester.
Meal Swipes
What if I run out of meal swipes before the semester is over?
Students can purchase more than one block each term. Just keep in mind that unused swipes do not carry over to the next semester.