Meal Plans

Meal Plans For Students Living On Campus
(students living in an on-campus dormority)

Students living on campus may choose one of the three Traditional Meal Plans (A, B or C) listed below. Please note: Chesapeake Hall residents may also choose meal plan D or E. (Chesapeake Hall and Sea Gull Square residents are not required to purchase a meal plan).

A  Everything Plan  $2,054/semester
• Unlimited access to the Commons 7 days a week.
• $250 in Dining Dollars
• 6 guest passes
UDS recommends this plan for incoming Freshman

B  All Day, Every Day Plan  $1,918/semester
• Unlimited access to the Commons 7 days a week.
• 4 guest passes
(Dining Dollars can be added to this plan at a 10% discount)

C  12 Plus Plan  $1,860/semester
• 12 visits each week to the Commons* (Mon-Sun)
• $250 in Dining Dollars
• 2 guest passes

D  10 Meal Plan  $1,347/semester
(Chesapeake Hall Residents & Commuter Students only)
• 10 visits each week to the Commons* (Mon-Sun)
• 2 guest passes
(Dining Dollars can be added to this plan at a 10% discount)

E  5 Plus Meal Plan  $995/semester
(Chesapeake Hall Residents & Commuter Students only)
• 5 visits each week to the Commons* (Mon-Sun)
• $250 in Dining Dollars
• 2 guest passes

*One meal per meal period.

Meal Plans For Students Living Off Campus
(Sea Gull Square, University Park, University Village & other housing located off-campus)

Meal Plans F, G and H were specifically designed with the off-campus lifestyle in mind. However, students living off campus may choose any of the Traditional Meal Plans (A-E) as well. (Commuter students are not required to purchase a meal plan)

F  5 Meal Plan  $733/semester
• 5 visits each week to the Commons* (Mon-Sun)
• 2 guest passes
(Dining Dollars can be added to this plan at a 10% discount)

G  50 Plus Meal Plan  $466/semester
• 50 meals to use in the Commons each semester*
• $25 in Dining Dollars
• 2 guest passes


H  30 Plus Meal Plan  $418/semester
• 30 meals to use in the Commons each semester*
• $120 in Dining Dollars
• 2 guest passes

*One meal per meal period

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Terms

Unlimited Access Adds Convenience!
With Meal Plans A & B, unlimited access (UA) means a student may enter the Commons anytime during operating hours, seven days a week, as many times as the student chooses.

Dining Dollars
These dollars are a separate account that is housed on your Gull Card along with your meal plan. They can be used for purchases made at any on-campus dining facility and expire at the end of each semester. Each purchase made with Dining Dollars is tax free (a savings of 6%) and you may check your balance on-line anytime at gullcard.salisbury.edu. Your balance will also appear at the bottom of each sales receipt after you make a purchase.

Some meal plans come with a set amount of Dining Dollars. But, any meal plan holder may purchase additional Dining Dollars at a 10% discount. ($200--cost is $180, $150--cost is $135, $100--cost is $90, $50--cost is $45). To purchase additional Dining Dollars, print out and mail in the Add Dining Dollars Form (.pdf).

Guest Meal Passes
Meal Plan holders may treat a guest to a meal using guest meal passes. A certain number of guest meals come with each meal plan per semester. These passes are automatically added to the Gull Card upon purchase of a meal plan. Advise the cashier at the Commons that you would like to utilize your guest meal pass and the cashier will deduct one guest meal pass from your balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I have a meal plan?
You will save money--Meal plan holders pay less per meal than the regular cash customer. The larger the meal plan commitment the less you pay per meal.

You will save time--We do the shopping, cooking AND the dishes.

You don’t need cash--With a meal plan all you need is your ID Card (Gull Card)--no need to carry cash.

You can bring friends & family--Guest meal passes are included in every meal plan, so treat your friends or family to lunch or dinner.

You have choices--With Dining Dollars, you may eat at any of our on-campus dining facilities.

How do I know which meal plan is right for me?
Students residing in an on-campus dormitory are required to purchase either meal plan A, B or C. Students living in Chesapeake Hall may also choose meal plan D or E (Note: Chesapeake Hall residents are not required to purchase a meal plan.)

Students living in Sea Gull Square may choose any meal plan offered (A-H), but are not obligated to have a meal plan.

Students living off campus (including University Park & University Village) may choose from any meal plan offered (A-H) but are not obligated to have a meal plan.

What are my meal plan options if I live in Sea Gull Square?
Students living in the new Sea Gull Square complex are not required to purchase a meal plan, due to the fact that each unit has a compete kitchen. You can choose any meal plan you would like (A-H), or none at all.

In the summer, Sea Gull Square students are encouraged to put money onto the Gull Card to be used for meals in the Commons Dining Hall (at a discounted price of $5 per meal) or to use to purchase food in any of our retail locations on campus (Cool Beans and Satellite Dining
locations). Students can also use their Gull Card money to purchase food at any off campus restaurant that accepts the Gull Card. Gull Card dollars don't expire from semester to semester.

What are Dining Dollars?
Dining Dollars are a separate account that is housed on your Gull Card along with your meal plan. These dollars can be used for purchases made at any on-campus dining facility and expire at the end of each semester. Each purchase made with dining dollars is tax free (a savings of 6%) and you may check your balance on-line anytime at: gullcard.salisbury.edu. Your balance will also appear at the bottom of each sales receipt after you make a purchase.

Some meal plans come with a set amount of dining dollars. But, any meal plan holder may purchase Dining Dollars at a 10% discount. ($200–cost is $180, $150–cost is $135, $100–cost is $90, $50–cost is $45). To purchase additional Dining Dollars, print out and mail in the Add Dining Dollars Form (.pdf).

What is the difference between Dining Dollars and Gull Card money?
Dining Dollars are already included with certain meal plans or you may purchase additional ones throughout the semester. Dining Dollars are only accepted at on-campus dining facilities and expire at the end of each semester.

Gull Card money is accepted at various off-campus locations, on-campus dining facilities, and other venues around campus--Bookstore, vending machines, laundry facilities, etc. The money on your Gull Card never expires--it keeps rolling from semester to semester.

Can I use Dining Dollars off-campus?
No--they are only accepted at on-campus dining facilities (the Commons, Gull’s Nest, Cool Beans and our Satellite Locations--Fulton, Henson, Mr. Arthur's Cafe (Perdue Hall) & TC's (TETC Building).

How do I add Dining Dollars to my meal plan or purchase additional Dining Dollars?
Meal plan holders can purchase Dining Dollars at a 10% discount by visiting the Cashier's Office in Holloway Hall (Room 219) or by printing out and mailing in the Add Dining Dollars Form (.pdf).

Where do I sign up for a meal plan?
Visit the Cashier's Office in Holloway Hall (Room 219) any time during the semester to pay with cash or check. Or add a meal plan on the Bill Correction form that can be found on-line by clicking the link below.

• Sign Up For A Meal Plan (.pdf)

(Link will open the Cashiers office Web site where you can download the Bill Correction form). Follow instructions on the form and return to Cashier's Office. If you need assistance, call the Cashier's Office at 410-543-6060)

How do I change my meal plan once the semester has started?
Visit the Cashier's Office in Holloway Hall, Room 219 to change your meal plan. A $25 fee plus any meals eaten and Dining Dollars used will be charged for downgrades processed during the first two weeks of the semester. After the first two weeks of the semester no downgrades are allowed, you may only add or upgrade a meal plan.

What happens if I have Dining Dollars and/or meals left over at the end of the semester?
Both Dining Dollars and left over meals expire on the last day of the semester. These dollars and meals do not roll over to the next semester.

What happens if I’m sick?
If you are unable to make it to the Commons due to illness or injury, you may arrange to receive a boxed meal (take-out) from Dining Services through Student Health Services. Sick students should contact Student Health Services (410-543-6262) to receive a therapeutic diet recommendation. If Student Health Services is closed, specifically on weekends, your RA can call Dining Services at 410-548-5598 to arrange for a meal to be provided for you.

The sick student or a roommate/friend may pick up the sick meal at the cashier’s station in the Commons. Please make sure you or your friend brings your Gull Card (Student ID) when picking up the meal.

If you are sick with the flu, we are able to provide you with a sick meal. For more information click here.

What do I do if I’m off-campus for class and can’t make it back to use my meal plan?
An alternative service is provided to those unable to partake of the regular dining facilities due to conflicting class schedules and recognized University athletics. To reserve your meal, submit the To Go Meal Form (.pdf) found on our website or call 410-543-6105 for additional information.

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A Few Guidelines

To help you enjoy your meal plan and for us to run a smooth and efficient operation, we ask that you please follow these guidelines when using the University dining facilities:

1. Gull (Meal) Card Procedures
   All patrons must present their Gull Card in order to utilize a meal plan when eating in the Commons during regular business hours. If the student does not have his/her Gull Card (forgotten or misplaced) then he/she will not be admitted to the Commons. The Gull Card office, located on the basement level of the Commons, is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. for all your Gull Card replacement needs ($25 fee). During times when the Gull Card Office is not open (evenings and weekends), students with a meal plan will be issued a temporary meal pass by the manager on duty in the Commons. Temporary passes can be used only in the Commons and will only be valid until the Gull Card Office reopens (one night for evenings and until Monday morning on weekends). A student will only be issued a temporary meal pass once per semester.
   
   The Gull Card, containing your meal plan information, remains the property of Salisbury University and is only for personal use of the person to whom it is issued. Cards and meal plans may not be shared (non-transferable). Students found to be using a card not issued to them will be subject to reprimand and/or disciplinary action under the University Code of Conduct, Section 12 B.

2. Cancellation / Disciplinary Action
   A student may have his or her meal plan contract canceled or be subject to disciplinary action by the University for the following reasons:
   
   • Using abusive and insulting language, vandalism and infringements upon the rights of others in any dining facility.
   • Removing food or equipment from dining areas.
   • Selling or allowing others to use your meal plan.
   • Being intoxicated or attempting to bring alcohol or drugs into any UDS location--the Commons, Gull's Nest, Cool Beans Cyber Cafe and any satellite location.
   • Displaying unacceptable conduct, disruptive behavior or personal endangerment of any kind (for example: throwing objects or dining utensils).
   • Abusing dining staff or facilities.
   •Misusing, defacing, falsifying or tampering with University property (SU Gull Card)

3. Refunds
   Students whose meal plans are terminated for disciplinary reasons are not eligible for a refund.

4. Kitchen Areas
   Only employees on duty are allowed in the kitchen, behind the serving lines or in storage areas.

5. Signs, Posters and Table Tents
   Table tents can be delivered to Room 207 in The Commons.
   
   Table Tents:
   • Tents are changed by UDS staff every Monday and will run for one week.
   • Quantity & Size Needed--75 copies, 4" (W) x 5.5" (H).
   • Date Required--tents need to be submitted by 12 noon on the Friday prior to display week.
   • Tents are displayed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

6. Public Health Laws and Wicomico County Health Department
   Requirements include wearing shoes and shirts at all times where food is served and eaten.
   
   All food prepared for student and/or faculty gatherings shall be done under the auspices of Salisbury University Dining Services to ensure that storage, preparation and service are in compliance with HACCP and Health Department guidelines.
   
    

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