Meal Program Contract Terms
2016-2017
MEAL PROGRAM CONTRACT TERMS
This document and all elements referred to
constitute the University of WisconsinPlatteville Dining Services contract for the 2016-2017
academic school year. Signature on the current year
contract indicates acceptance of and agreement to all
services provided under the terms stated herein.
By Board of Regents policy, all freshmen and
sophomores, living in university residence halls at
UW-Platteville, are required to participate in the meal
program; however, all students are encouraged to
participate. This requirement applies to Southwest
and Rountree Commons residences, as well.
This meal contract is for the 2016-2017 official
school year. Service begins after residence hall checkin each semester. Contracts cannot be terminated or
cancelled except under conditions stated in the Meal
Program
Cancellation
or
University
Withdrawal/Termination sections of this agreement.
Meal plan contracts are not valid during official
school vacations or during an emergency that does
not permit the university to provide dining services.
No refunds will be issued if the university is closed
for short periods of time due to an emergency
designated by the chancellor.
The meal plan account is accessed through the
student’s University Pioneer Passport ID and
provides service to all Dining Services locations.
Other individuals may not use your meal plan or
Pioneer Passport ID. Any misuse of your meal
contract will be treated as a contract violation. If your
Pioneer Passport is damaged and is consistently
difficult to read in the register system, you will be
required to replace it at your own expense. When
a Pioneer Passport ID is lost, the student is
responsible to secure their meal account and Dining
Dollars on-line at eAccounts web site: https://eacctuwplatt-sp.blackboard.com/eaccounts/. Students may
also report misplaced cards to the Meal Access or
Passport Office. However, using eAccounts is the
most efficient and preferred method as the account is
secured immediately preventing misuse of a lost card.
The university is not responsible for loss of meals,
Dining Dollars or Passport Funds as a result of
unreported lost cards.
Resident agrees to have a working card, to
observe all rules and regulations of UW-Platteville
and Dining Services, and to honor the terms and
conditions stated in this contract.
MEAL PLAN PROGRAM
The 2016-2017 costs are semester rates and cover
approximately 16 weeks of dining service each
semester. The university reserves the right to adjust
the Meal Plan Program. Dining Services offers nine
meal plans for students. Five plans are available to all
students and two plans are available for students with
60 or more credits. Additionally, two commuter
options are available for off-campus students. The
meal plan week begins with Saturday brunch and ends
with Friday dinner.
By Board of Regents policy, freshmen and
sophomores living in the residence halls are required
to select one of the following five plans:
TRADITIONAL PLANS
These plans allow one meal per meal period
(breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner) to be used. The
number (19, 14) of the meal plan designates the total
number of meals available each week. Traditional
Plans allow one guest meal per week at Stations when
a guest accompanies the contract holder.
19 Meal Plan – Provides 19 meals per week.
Cost: $1,595.00*
14 Meal Plan + $$50 – Provides 14 meals per
week and $50 in Dining Dollars per semester.
Cost: $1,550.00*
BLOCK PLANS
These plans provide meals based on a per
semester meal total. Unlike Traditional Plans, these
plans feature flexible and unlimited use of meals
during any period. Students may use meals for guests
at any time.
200 Meals + $$100 – Provides 200 meals and
$100 in Dining Dollars per semester.
Cost: $1,690.00*
175 Meals + $$100 – Provides 175 meals and
$100 in Dining Dollars per semester.
Cost: $1,580.00*
150 Meals +$$100 – Provides 150 meals and
$100 in Dining Dollars per semester.
Cost: $1,470.00*
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Junior/Senior Block Plans are for students with
upper-class-person status (60+ credits).
110 Meals + $$125 – Provides 110 meals and
$125 in Dining Dollars per semester.
Cost: $1,035.00*
90 Meals + $$100 – Provides 90 meals and $100
in Dining Dollars per semester.
Cost: $875.00*
Off-Campus Block Plans are available to any
student who does not live in the residence halls,
although they may choose from any of the above
meal plans as well.
Orange & Blue — Provides 75 meals a semester
and $100 in Dining Dollars.
Cost: $695.00*
Pioneer Classic — Provides 50 meals a semester
and $75 in Dining Dollars.
Cost: $485.00*
Additional meals may be added in 25-block
increments, Dining Dollars may be added at the Meal
Access Office anytime during the school year. Meal
plans with Dining Dollars provide additional
spending power at all Dining Services locations. Each
Dining Dollar is equivalent to $1 and offers a five
percent discount on all purchases. If a purchase
exceeds the meal plan cash-equivalency rate at a retail
operation, Dining Dollars can be used to pay the
difference. Dining Dollars will carry over from the fall
to spring semester but are not available after the last
official semester day in May.
*Meal plan prices are subject to change pending
approval of the UW System Board of Regents.
MEAL PLAN SERVICES
UW-Platteville Dining Services offers a variety of
menu options and dining experiences at several
locations and provides a nutritious and balanced meal
program. Meal plans may be used at any of the eight
Dining Services locations during posted hours.
Service hours are arranged Monday through Friday
for breakfast, lunch and dinner and include brunch
and dinner on Saturday and Sunday. Students will find
a select Dining Services location open from 7 a.m.
until 12 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, Friday until
11 p.m. and Saturdays 10:30 a.m. until 11 p.m.
At all retail operations, meal plans are exchanged
for a “cash-equivalency” amount at each meal.
Breakfast, brunch/lunch and dinner are assigned
exchange rates of $3.75, $4.75, and $5.50 respectively.
BRIDGEWAY COMMONS
Bridgeway Stations
Stations is our all-you-care-to-eat dining facility in
Bridgeway Commons that also accommodates special
diet needs. Menu offerings include the breakfast bar,
pizza station, wok and grill stations, home-style
station, deli bar, salad bar, and build your own stir fry
or pasta dish. Fresh bakery items are offered daily as
well. Gluten-free, lactose-free, and vegetarian items
are available on every menu.
Jamba Juice
Jamba Juice offers classic and All Fruit™
smoothies that are blended to order. Each smoothie
contains real whole fruit, 100% juice, and the option
to add protein and vitamin boosts for an extra shot of
energy. In addition to smoothies, students are offered
grab-n-go items, packaged beverages, and snack
items.
RETAIL OPERATIONS
Greenwood Avenue Market
This convenience store is located in the lower
level of Glenview Commons and offers a wide variety
of grilled and grab-n-go items, groceries, beverages
and health and beauty items. The Market also offers
students a place to hang-out, enjoy a game of pool, a
friendly Wii competition or catch up on homework.
Students may use meal plans, Dining Dollars,
Passport Funds, cash, and credit card for purchases.
Pioneer Crossing
There is something to satisfy everyone’s palate
when visiting Pioneer Crossing! Choose from a
multitude of international entrees served ala carte at
Du Jour or a made-to-order sub sandwich from
Subsational. Our spicy, sizzling Mexican food at
Calientes makes this destination a stop for many
students, while the Grill features traditional favorites.
Experience a taste of the Orient with wok prepared
dishes at Asian Wok. Lighter fare, such as salad, soup,
and grab-n-go, is also available daily. On weekends,
Subsational and the Grill are open for students’
convenience.
Pioneer Haus
Students can enjoy the big game or relax with
friends in a sports bar atmosphere at the Pioneer
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Haus which features flatbread pizzas, specialty
burgers and wings.
Kristine’s Kafé
This convenience store is located Rountree
Commons and offers a variety of groceries, beverages,
health and beauty items, grab-n-go items, and madeto-order options such as wraps, pizzas, and salads.
Coffee Shops
Pioneer Perk is located in the Markee Pioneer
Student Center and Hickory & Main Corner Bistro is
in Ullsvik Hall. Students can choose from a variety of
beverages, pastries and grab-n-go items at both
locations. Our gourmet coffee shops proudly brew
Starbucks® coffee and feature a full barista menu.
Please note: operation hours vary by location.
MEAL PLAN CHANGES
One change in Meal Plan contract is permitted
through July 30th, 2016 for Fall Semester at no charge.
The change period for 2017 Spring Semester is
November 28th to December 9th, 2016 at no charge.
These changes will be available at the Meal Access
Office, located on the first floor of the Markee
Pioneer Student Center, Auxiliary Services Suite 1313.
Changes made after July 30th for Fall 2016 or after
December 9th, 2016 for Spring 2017 will require a $20
processing fee and can be made through the third
week of each semester. Only meal plan upgrades may
be made after the third week. Adjustments in charges
for the meal contract will be reflected on the University
Billing Statement.
MEAL PROGRAM CANCELLATION
After the beginning of each semester, a minimum
charge of $25 for canceling any meal plan will be
assessed. Cancellation refunds are issued through the
first six weeks of classes.
Financial hardship does not constitute an
exemption to the meal plan requirement because
room and board are part of college financial planning
and Financial Aid. Students living in the residence
halls that are 21 years of age or are married are
exempt from the meal plan requirement.
Cancellation from the meal program for medical
reasons is rare as Dining Services works to meet
special diets and circumstances.
The Resident
Dietitian, in consultation with the attending physician,
will work closely with the student to plan a
customized menu.
WITHDRAWAL/TERMINATION
Withdrawal from the University and meal contract
requires students to officially process a University
Withdrawal through the UW-Platteville Registrar’s
Office and to notify the Meal Access Office
(mao@uwplatt.edu). Traditional Plan charges are prorated by the week after official withdrawal. Block
Plan charges are based on meals and Dining Dollars
used, and these plans are not refundable after the first
12 weeks of each semester.
If a student fails to comply with any portion of
this agreement or becomes ineligible to hold this
agreement (loss of student status or criminal act
charges in a Dining Services location), termination of
this agreement is mandatory.
DIETARY MODIFICATIONS
Dining Services is able to accommodate many special
nutrition/health-related requests and specific dietary
needs. If you are a student requiring a special diet or
have food allergen restrictions, please contact
Stephanie
Young,
Registered
Dietitian
at
608.342.7334 or email specialdiets@uwplatt.edu for
an appointment.
SPECIAL REQUESTS
Requests for a carryout meal for participants who
are ill will be honored at Bridgeway Stations with
presentation of student ID and one of the following
criteria:
Residence Hall Students: The Resident Assistant
will fill out an Illness/Injury Meal Request and submit it
to Stations’ staff. Carryout meals requested for more
than two days require written verification from UWPlatteville Health Services or a private physician.
Off-Campus Students: Carryout meals will be
supplied the first day of illness. Meals requested
beyond one day require written verification from
UW-Platteville Health Services or a private physician.
Questions
Meal Access Office □ 1 University Plaza □ Platteville WI 53818
mao@uwplatt.edu □ (608) 342-1404 □ http://www3.uwplatt.edu/dining/meal-plans