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DINING GUIDE2019-2020

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Just because you live off campus, doesn’t mean you have to eat off campus.

Simplify your commute, eat with us.

At MSU Dining, we strive for excellence and delivering quality foods and services every day. We provide a wide variety of healthy and delicious meal options at more than 20 different dining locations across campus. With hours ranging from 7AM to Midnight, there’s always an option available, from all-you-care-to-eat buffets to a snack in between classes, there is something for everyone. With 7 different Meal Plan options, you’ll find one to fit your schedule and lifestyle and receive guaranteed value from each.

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CENTRAL CAMPUS AREA1. Marketplace at Perry2. Subway3. Moe’s4. Old Main P.O.D.5. Einstein Bros Bagels6. Allen P.O.D.7. MSU Dining Office

COLVARD STUDENT UNION8. Chick-fil-A9. Pizza Hut10. Olilo by Cat Cora11. Starbucks12. Panda Express13. State Fountain Bakery14. Union P.O.D.

SOUTH CAMPUS AREA15. Fresh Food Company16. Hathorn P.O.D.

CHADWICK LAKE AREA17. Templeton Dining18. Juva19. McArthur Café20. Dogwood P.O.D.

ZACHARIAS VILLAGE AREA21. The Village P.O.D.

EAST CAMPUS AREA22. Steak ‘n Shake

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Fresh Food CompanyThe Fresh Food Company is MSU Dining’s premier residential dining hall located right on Bully Boulevard. With several stations to choose from, it takes all-you-care-to-eat dining to the next level. Featuring State Fountain Bakery desserts and food made fresh right in front of you.

Marketplace at PerryThe Marketplace at Perry is our most traditional dining hall, dating back to 1921. You can enjoy beautiful architecture while dining at over 10 different stations. It features our Simple Solutions Station, a station that addresses 7 of the top 8 most common food allergens, a Completely Vegan Station, and State Fountain Bakery desserts.

Templeton DiningTempleton Dining is located in the Templeton Athletic Center. Featuring all-you-care-to-eat dining with an array of homemade specialties, a made-to-order Pasta Station and State Fountain Bakery desserts. It is also the home of the Athletic Training Table for dinner, an upscale meal with a variety of high-protein/low-fat options for an additional charge.

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Olilo by Cat CoraFeaturing Iron Chef and Mississippi native, Cat Cora’s signature Mediterranean flavors made from authentic ingredients. Build your own Greens + Grains Bowls or Flatbread. Hummus and Pita Chips are a great snack option!

JUVA – The Juice & Smoothie BarLocated at the Sanderson Center and created by a Starkville native in 2003, its mission is to “RE-JUVA-NATE” ever body within the communities they serve. ▪ State Fountain BakeryLocated inside the Colvard Student Union, the State Fountain Bakery has been an MSU staple since 1921. Newly renovated, you can find daily doughnut and weekly cupcake specials, Mississippi State® Made Ice Cream, and Jitterbean’s Coffee, a coffee brand created by MSU Students. ▪ McArthur CaféOur hidden gem on campus, McArthur Café is home to a delicious hotline and full salad bar. It also houses our on-campus Catering Department. (Block Meals can be used here once per day at lunch.) ▪ Pegasus DiningLocated in the Wise Center, Pegasus Dining is a great option for our College of Veterinary Medicine students. Featuring a hotline, made-to-order grill, full salad bar and snack items, there is always something to choose from. (Block Meals can be used here once per day at lunch.)

NATIONALMSU Dining offers several well-known national brands on campus. Choose from favorites like Chick-fil-A, Starbucks and our newest brand coming Fall 2019, Steak ‘n Shake!

• Chick-fil-A®

• Steak ‘n Shake®

• Panda Express®

• Pizza Hut®

• Starbucks®

• Einstein Bros Bagels®

• Subway®

• Moe’s Southwest Grill®

CONVENIENCEStop by any of our P.O.D. (Provisions on Demand) Markets or Expresses for a wide selection of snacks, grab-n-go meals, toiletry and school supplies, and more to choose from. Several of them are conveniently located inside residence halls.

• Union P.O.D.• Hathorn P.O.D.• Old Main P.O.D. Express• Allen P.O.D. Express• Dogwood P.O.D.• The Village

CONCESSIONSMSU Dining has you covered during home games at our Concessions Stands. You are able to use Flex Dollars at Student Concessions Stands at Davis-Wade Stadium, Humphrey Coliseum, Dudy-Noble Field, and Nusz Park!

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DIETITIANOur dining team works hard to accommodate students with dietary restrictions due to food allergies or intolerances. For more information regarding dining options that fit your specific dietary needs, please grab a copy of the Guide to Managing Food Allergies at Mississippi State.

MSU students are also able to set up a one-on-one consultation with MSU Dining’s Registered Dietitian, Jill Hamilton. In addition, staff members on campus are available to advise students with questions or concerns. Feel free to reach out to any of the following regarding your special dietary needs:

Jill Hamilton, RDN Registered DietitianHamilton-jill1@aramark.com

Find online menus for all of our dining halls at www.msstatedining.com. Menu identifiers show calorie amount, vegan or vegetarian dishes, + healthy options while also providing nutrition information. Integrates with myFitnessPal.

Robert Abare Food Service Directorabare-robert@aramark.com

Dwight Turner Location Managerturner-dwight@aramark.com

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Dwight Turner Location Managerturner-dwight@aramark.com

Environmental sustainability is a fundamental part of our mission to enrich and nourish lives. Through Green Thread, our environmental platform, we place special emphasis on:

Responsible Sourcing – local, seasonal, and responsibly sourced productsWaste Minimization – Reducing, Reusing, and RecyclingEfficient Operations – conserving natural resourcesTransportation Management – reducing fuel usage and emissions

Eco Kits

• Eco Kits come with a drawstring bag, reusable to-go container, reusable hot tumbler, and reusable cold tumbler.

• Get $.99 refills on drip coffee and fountain beverages when using the hot or cold tumblers at our retail locations.

• Use the reusable to-go container at any of our dining locations. You are able to swap out your dirty container for a clean one each time you dine at the dining halls.

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• 100 Block Meals• $515 Flex Dollars• $1633/semester

• $350/semester

• 70 Block Meals• $150 Flex Dollars• $793/semester

• 60 Block Meals• $350 Flex Dollars• $1144/semester

* All Meal Plans are a two semester commitment. See FAQ for details.

• Unlimited Block Meals• $150 Flex Dollars• $2019/semester

With full access and no restraints, it's a great value for any and all students.

• 225 Block Meals• $200 Flex Dollars• $1875/semester

Perfect if you eat 10-14 Residential Dining Hall meals each week.

• 175 Block Meals• $250 Flex Dollars• $1875/semester

Perfect if you eat 5-10 Residential Dining Hall meals each week.

Ultimate Meal Plan

GoldMeal Plan

Silver Meal Plan

Perfect if you eat 6 Residential Dining Hall meals each week.

Perfect if you eat around 3 Residential Dining Hall meals each week.

Perfect if you eat around 4 Residential Dining Hall meals each week.

Bronze Meal Plan

Greek Meal Plan

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A declining balance on the Student ID that cannot be over-drafted.

FlexMeal Plan

• 30 Block Meals• $180 Flex Dollars• $120 Home Chef Kits• $525/semester

Perfect if you eat around 4 Residential Dining Hall meals each week.Meal Kit

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Block MealsBlock Meals can be used at all 3 of our residential dining halls, Marketplace at Perry, Fresh Food Company, and Templeton Dining, for an all-you-care-to-eat meal.

• They can be used anytime at the residential dining halls.• Block Meals may also be used as Meal Equivalency or Meal Exchange during certain hours.

Flex Dollars• A declining balance that can be spent like a debit card on your Student ID without overdraft. • Flex Dollars can be used at any Dining Location on campus, as well as Student Concessions

Stands at Davis-Wade Stadium, Humphrey Coliseum, Dudy-Noble Field, and Nusz Park.• Flex Dollars roll over from fall to spring and will expire at the end of the spring semester. • Can be used to treat a friend.• Additional Flex Dollars can be added at any time by visiting the MSU Dining office or online

at www.msstatedining.com.

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• Meal Equivalency Block Meals are Block Meals you can use at retail locations twice per day, once from 4pm-9pm and again 9pm-12am.

• These are used in place of regular Block Meals at the Dining Halls.• Meal Equivalency can now be used at any retail location, excluding State Fountain Bakery and Starbucks.• Essentially adds more Flex Dollars & variety to your Meal Plan.• Meal Equivalency Block Meal = $6 Retail Value.

Meal Exchange• Block Meal Exchange are Block Meals you can use at P.O.D Markets and The Village twice per day,

once from 4pm-9pm and again 9pm-12am.• These are used in place of regular Block Meals at the Dining Halls.• Block Meal may be exchanged for a pick three grab-n-go meal.

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Aug 17

Welcome BBQ at Fresh Food Company

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Last Day for Meal Plan Changes

Sept 6

Last Day for Sorority Freshmen Meal Plan Changes

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Last Day to Charge to Student Account

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Last Day for Fraternity Freshmen Meal Plan Changes

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FAQ FAQ

Who is required to have a Meal Plan? The University requires First Year Freshmen to have an on-campus Meal Plan. Upperclassmen are not required, but several Meal Plans are available to accommodate commuter or on-campus lifestyles.

How do I choose a Meal Plan?Your class schedule, eating habits, and daily activities should be considered when picking out a Meal Plan. If you eat 3 meals a day, choose the Ultimate Meal Plan. If you’re used to eating two meals a day, the Gold Meal Plan is a great choice.

How do I sign up for a Meal Plan?You are able to sign up for a Meal Plan at any time. You can stop by the MSU Dining Office or apply online at www.msstatedining.com. Remember that there is a last day to charge to the Student Account as well. You’re able to purchase with a credit card at any time throughout the semester.

What does two semester commitment mean?This means that when a student purchases a Meal Plan, they are signing up for a Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Meal Plan. It is a yearly commitment.

Can I change my Meal Plan?You are able to change your Meal Plan the first two weeks of each semester. The last day to change your Meal Plan for Fall will be September 6, 2019.

How do I know how many Block Meals and Flex Dollars I have left?Block Meal and Flex Dollar amounts can be found on your Banner, under myBanner for Students, then Account Information – View Your Meal Plan. You can also find your Flex amount on receipts at retail locations and Block amounts on receipts at dining halls.

Can I treat a friend or family member?You are able to treat friends and family members with your Flex Dollars. Block meals are just for you.

How do I add additional Flex Dollars?Go online to www.msstatedining.com to add them with a credit card or charge to your Student Account. You can also come by the MSU Dining Office and pay with cash, credit, check, or Student Account charge.

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