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Campus Dining

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Average Meal Plan Cost $4150 per year
Freshman Meal Plan Required? Yes
Resident freshmen only
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Alverno recently switched from doing its own food services to having a company come in to handle it, which has made a drastic change in the food and atmosphere on campus. They are trying new healthier food options, including a variety of vegetarian dishes. The food on campus is far from five-star gourmet, but there are a lot of options for everyone. It is surprising if a student does not like at least one thing the school has to offer. However, there is a lot of complaining about the food. When students were asked to fill out a survey about what they wanted to be changed, a lot of students said they wanted healthier foods, but when healthier foods were introduced by Dining Services, many complained about the offerings. The conclusion is if students are not specific in what they want, they are not going to get what they want.

Many college meal plans are for a certain number of meals per day, whereas at Alverno students have a lump sum of money and can spend it however they want. If they do not spend it by the end of each semester or the end of the school year, the money is kept by Alverno. However, at the end of the semester, students can buy bulk food to take home with them so their money isn’t lost.

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Campus Dining at Alverno College

AngelliJim

Pre-Medicine Studies '15

5.0
A+

Food Great at Alverno

There are so many different food options at Alverno and many places to eat. The cooked meals are like mom's and the grilled options are excellent. There are also many options for health-conscious people and vegetarians.

Apr 18, 2012

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Campus Dining at Alverno College

rosyru

Early Childhood Education '15

1.5
D+

Dining at Alverno College

Dining in at Alverno is way more expensive than eating out in a fast food restaurant. Menus have a variety, but the more healthier the options are,the more expensive the food gets.

Mar 13, 2012

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Campus Dining at Alverno College

mmatranga

Nursing '15

3.5
B

Expensive

I don't live on campus, so food is rather expensive for me.

Jan 03, 2012

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User rating for Alverno College - Campus Dining is 3.5 out of 5 based on 25 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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24-Hour Dining None
Off-Campus Places to Use Flex Money None
Special Options Christopher Hall offers a variety of grab-and-go foods on the weekends.
Did You Know?
  • The stuffed shells served on campus are so popular that they have a Facebook group!
  • At the end of the semester, if you have money left over from the meal plan, you can buy food in bulk so you don't lose the money.
  • Dining Services actually cares what students think. Students can suggest new ideas, and The Commons implements some of them. Talk about listening to what the customer wants!

Dining Halls & Campus RestaurantsWhat's This?

The Commons
Location: Liberal Arts Building
Food: Deli, fruit, grill, salad, sandwiches,
Hours: Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m., Saturday 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

The Mug Coffeehouse and Café
Location: Austin Hall
Food: Coffee, snacks
Hours: Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–1 p.m., 6:30 p.m.–12 a.m.; Saturday–Sunday 12 p.m.–12 a.m.

Pipeline
Location: Austin Hall
Food: Grab-and-go items, snacks
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 7 p.m.–12 a.m., Saturday 7 p.m.–12 a.m.

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