ANY WAY YOU LIKE IT PICK YOUR PLAN
In order to meet the varying eating habits and needs of our diverse student body, Gourmet Dining and Kean University have developed a wide range of flexible meal plans to suit your campus life-style. Choosing any one of the plans from the many options we offer, in an all-you-care-to-eat format, gives you a terrific value.
We want you to be happy and healthy while enjoying a variety of delicious and nourishing food during your time in college. The New Residence Hall Dining facility offers a wide variety of good, nutritious foods from fresh salads and fruits to delicious and wholesome pastries, grilled entrees, pastas and more in a warm, courteous and clean environment.
To access your meal plan with the fastest service, don’t leave home without your Cougar ID card. Feel free to have as many servings as you want as long as you stay in the New Residence Hall Dining facility dining room. The New Residence Hall Dining facility is the only place you can use your meal plan, while your Cougar Dollars and Flex dollars can be used at any of the food service locations. So, purchase your favorite meal or treat with just the swipe of your card.
Freshmen Meal Plans
HOW IT WORKS
Freshman residents living in Whiteman Hall, Dougall Hall, Bartlett Hall or the New Freshman Residence Hall will be assigned the default meal plan K-Unlimited Option 1 within 24 hours after room assignment.
Freshman meal plans consist of continuous unlimited dining in the new residence hall dining facilities. Designed to provide more than enough meals and food for the typical college student, these plans offer the most opportunities to treat you to any of the offerings provided with unlimited helpings. Eat as many times as you would like throughout the day. The various options provide additional Cougar Dollars for flexibility in the University Center Cafeteria and various eateries throughout campus.
In addition, each Freshmen Meal Plan includes 2 guest meals per month. So bring a friend and share a scrumptious meal before, between or after class. At the end of every month, any unused guest meals will be forfeited.
Meal Plan Cost
K- Unlimited Option 1 $1,612/per semester 100 Cougar Dollars
K- Unlimited Option 2 $1,712/per semester 200 Cougar Dollars
K-Unlimited Option 3 $1,812/per semester 300 Cougar Dollars
K-Unlimited Option 4 $1,912/per semester 400 Cougar Dollars
Resident students who are assigned the block plan during the first three weeks (21 days) of the semester will incur the full cost of the Block meal plan. Resident students assigned the block meal plan after the first three weeks (21 days) will incur a prorated charge based on the date of the assignment.
Changing Your Meal Plan
Students may change their meal plan selection or assignment through the third week of the semester ONLY (first 21 days). Changes to assigned meal plans can be made on KeanWISE by selecting “Change My Meal Plan” on the “Meal Plan Options” menu. Freshman changing their meal plan assignment may choose only from one of the four freshman meal plans.
The online meal plan change process for the fall semester is available from July 15, 2013 through September 23, 2013
UPPERCLASS RETURNING FRESHMAN MEAL PLANS
Upper-Class students and Returning Freshman living in Sozio Hall, Rogers Hall, Burch Hall, Bartlett Hall or the New Upper-class Residence Hall will be assigned the default meal plan KB-96 within 24 hours after room assignment.
The Upper-class student meal plans are designed for students who plan to eat a minimal number of meals in the new residence hall dining facility and still have the flexibility of grabbing a quick snack or meal at other campus food service locations. Because there are no maximum or minimum meals per week, this block plan allows you the flexibility, variety and most of all value to meet your own personal dining needs.
Meal Plan Cost
KB-96 $1,128/per semester 200 Cougar Dollars
KB-80 $1,128/per semester 300 Cougar Dollars
Resident students who are assigned the block plan during the first three weeks (21 days) of the semester will incur the full cost of the Block meal plan. Resident students assigned the block meal plan after the first three weeks (21 days) will incur a prorated charge based on the date of the assignment.
Changing Your Meal Plan
Students may change their meal plan selection or assignment through the third week of the semester ONLY (first 21 days). Changes to assigned meal plans can be made on KeanWISE by selecting “Change My Meal Plan” on the “Meal Plan Options” menu. Upper-classmen may choose to select either the KB-96 or KB-80 meal plan. Upper-classmen may also choose to upgrade to one of the unlimited K-Unlimited plans. Students must pay the price difference at the Student Accounting Office. The online meal plan change process for the fall semester is available from July 15, 2013 through September 23, 2013.
FLEX PLAN
For all other members of the Kean community, the University offers a Flex Plan that allows you the convenience of not having to carry cash for dining or purchases on campus. Spend your Flex dollars at any campus food service location, the Marketplace, the campus bookstore, and vending machines. It’s an easy and convenient system which allows you to deposit a dollar amount onto your Cougar ID card and use it as a debit card.
Unlike the meal plans, which are used on a week-by-week or semester basis, Flex dollars are valid throughout the academic year and can be purchased independently or to supplement the mandatory meal plan. Flex dollars are rolled over from semester-to-semester and any unused Flex dollars are reimbursed at the end of the spring semester.
A minimum of $50 is required to open a Flex plan and Flex dollars can be added to your account at any time.
Students receiving financial aid can use excess financial aid funds or student loans to purchase a Flex Plan. In the event the financial aid package is adjusted, students are responsible for any charges incurred on the Flex Plan.
Flex plan applications can be printed by selecting the appropriate student, faculty or staff menu on KeanWISE. The completed application should be mailed to the Office of Student Accounting with the appropriate payment or funding information. Applications can also be obtained at the Office of Student Accounting.
For questions, please contact the Office of Student Accounting at 908-737-3240.
DINING SERVICES LOCATIONS
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**Please check the dining services schedule for locations and hours.
GENERAL INFORMATION
WINTER SESSION AND SPRING BREAK
The University Center Cafeteria will be open during the winter session and spring recess for the University community. Students residing on campus during the winter session and/or spring break must utilize Cougar Dollars or Flex Dollars to purchase meals.
Meal plan rates have been established on a semester basis only. None of the current meal plans can be used during the week of winter session or the week of spring break. We suggest that residential students that plan to stay on campus over spring break budget their Cougar Dollars accordingly
GUEST MEALS
Each Freshmen Meal Plan (K-Unlimited meal plans) also includes 2 guest meals per month. So, bring a friend and share a scrumptious meal before, between or after class. At the end of every month any unused guest meals will be forfeited.
COUGAR DOLLARS/FLEX PLANS
Cougar Dollars give you the freedom to purchase beverages, snacks or meals anytime from the University Center Cafeteria, the Cougar’s Den, and the Library Starbucks. Any plan may be enhanced with Flex Dollars for those who expect to want more meals when the New Residence Hall Dining facility dining room is closed, for late night snacking, or heavy use of the Starbucks locations. Students may add Flex Dollars to a plan at any time during the semester.
BLOCK MEAL PLAN
Resident students who are assigned the block plan during the first three weeks (21 days) of the semester will incur the full cost of the Block meal plan. Resident students assigned the block meal plan after the first three weeks (21 days) will incur a prorated charge based on the date of the assignment.
PROTECT YOUR COUGAR ID CARD
Each student is responsible to protect the security of his/her card. Cougar ID cards are nontransferable; students may not lend out their cards to others. Cards that are used by someone other than the cardholder will be confiscated and may result in disciplinary action.
LOST OR DAMAGED COUGAR ID CARDS
During business hours, lost cards should immediately be reported to the Cougar ID Office or Student Accounting. When the card is reported lost, the Cougar ID will be deactivated and will become invalid. Students are responsible for informing the Cougar ID Office if the Cougar ID card has been found. Student with a meal plan option are expected to purchase a new Cougar ID Card the day it is lost. Food Vouchers will not be handed out when the ID Card is lost.
After business hours, students can report their lost card to the University Center Administration Office. Students residing on campus can call the Office of Residential Student Services at 908-737-6800 or speak directly with a Resident Assistant for assistance. When the card is reported lost to the Cougar ID Office, the Cougar ID will be deactivated and will become invalid.
Replacement for lost, stolen or damaged ID cards can be obtained at the Photo ID Office on the 3rd floor of the Administration Building.
MEAL PLAN CANCELLATION POLICY
Students who have purchased a meal plan and withdraw from Kean University or terminate their housing contracts may cancel their meal plan. A student who cancels their housing or withdraws from the University will receive a refund calculated on a percentage basis equivalent to the Residence Life cancellation policy (see www.kean.edu/~reslife).
MEAL PLAN REFUND APPEALS
Students may appeal a calculated refund within the semester the meal plan was purchased. Meal plan refund appeals must be directed to the Office of Student Accounting at 908-737-3240.
MEAL PLAN EXEMPTION
Students may request to receive exemption from the meal plan for a specific documented medical condition. Students must submit a letter of request for exemption by August 1, 2013 for the fall 2013 semester and December 1, 2013 for the spring 2014 semester to e-mail reslife@kean.edu or mailing address:
Jennifer Van Dyk, Coordinator of Housing Services
Kean University
Office of Residential Student Services
1000 Morris Avenue
Union, NJ 07083
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Can I use the meal plan during the winter session or spring recess week?The University Cafeteria will be open during the winter session and spring recess for the University community. Students residing on campus during the winter session and/or spring recess must utilize Cougar Dollars or Flex Dollars to purchase meals. The current meal plan costs do not include meals for the week of winter session or the week of spring break.
Q. Can a commuter purchase a meal plan?
A. Yes, commuter students can purchase a meal plan.
Q. Can I take food out of the New Residence Hall Dining Facility?
A. No. All food served in the dining facility must be consumed or disposed of in the dining facility. Exceptions to this policy are: one ice cream cone or one hot or cold beverage when leaving the facility.
Q. What should I do if I lose my Kean ID
A. During business hours, lost cards should immediately be reported to the Cougar ID Office or Student Accounting. When the card is reported lost, the Cougar ID will be deactivated and will become invalid. Students are responsible for informing the Cougar ID Office if the Cougar ID card has been found.
After business hours, students can report their lost card to the University Center Administration Office. Students residing on campus can call the Office of Residential Student Services at 908-737-6800 or speak directly with a Resident Assistant for assistance. When the card is reported lost, the Cougar ID will be deactivated and will become invalid.
Replacement for lost, stolen or damaged ID cards can be obtained at the Photo ID Office on the 3rd floor of the Administration Building.
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If I am sick, can I send my friend to get me a meal?
A. Yes. A Sick Tray Request Form must be obtained by your
friend through the residence hall staff.
Q. How can I change my meal plan option?
A. Students may change their meal plan selection or assignment through the third week of the semester ONLY (first 21 days). Changes to assigned meal plans can be made on KeanWISE by selecting “Change My Meal Plan” on the “Meal Plan Options” menu. Please note that you are financially responsible for any additional meal plan charges incurred as a result of changing your meal plan.
2013-2014 CALENDAR
FALL SEMESTER 2013
WED. AUG. 28, 2013
New Resident Student Check In
Meal plan begins
NOV. 28- DEC 2, 2013
Thanksgiving Recess
Limited hours – Meal Plan only
FRI. DEC. 23, 2013
Fall semester ends with dinner
SPRING SEMESTER 2014
THU. JAN 21, 2014
Spring semester begins with brunch
FRI. MARCH 7, 2014
Dinner is the last meal before spring break
MON. MARCH 10 – 16, 2014
Spring Break Recess
Food service in the University Center – Cougar Dollars or Flex Plan Only
SUN. MARCH 16, 2014
Meal plans resume
FRI. MAY 16, 2014
Lunch is the last meal for the spring semester.
** Brunch and dinner will be served on days of university closings.
