Resident students are automatically enrolled in a 21-meal plan option. This means they can eat up to 21 meals per week (three per day) in the Upper Mess Deck Dining hall located in the Student Union. Within the first week each semester, students are given the opportunity to change to either the 17 meal or 12 meal plans.  All chamges to meal plans must be approved by the office of Residential Life.

These meal plans were created with you in mind as a result of market research conducted with students on the MMA campus.  They provide many of the things you asked for including:

Flexibility with the choice of meal plans with additional Flex Dollars to use when you want or need them

Options for food to go in choosing a plan with Flex Dollars, you also have the option to use your Flex to eat in the Waypoint providing a solution for missed meals and/or a snack between meals

Value and Convenience in addition to the ease of using the Main Dining Room to enjoy a variety of choices and the social aspect of dining with classmates, you have the option of selecting a plan with Flex to use at your convenience in the Waypoint

New Meal Plans for '07/''08

21 Meal Plan

17 Meal Plan +$50 Flex

12 Meal Plan +$150 Flex

For all meal plan students are required to bring their ID cards to meals for access. Unused meals at the end of the fiscal week are forfeited and cannot be transferred to other students or guests nor can they be credited for future use.

Mariner Money:

Opening a Mariner Money Account is a fast, safe and convenient method of managing campus life.  The Debit Card System is a unique money management tool activated through your ID card.  Instead of carrying cash, all you have to do is present your MMA ID and your purchases will automatically be deducted from your personal Mariner Money Account.  Mariner Money may be used to purchase meals in the Upper Mess Deck (For yourself or a guest) and/or in the Waypoint

Students residing off campus are welcome to enroll in the 21,17 or 12meal plans, and also have available to them a special five meal plan. This plan allows them to eat five lunches per week (Monday through Friday) in the Dining Hall.

The Waypoint is a popular place to relax and enjoy various forms of entertainment including bands, comedians, board games and the like. The menu offered consists of a wide variety of grilled items, sandwiches, salads and beverages.

All meals are served cafeteria style in the Upper Mess Deck Dining Hall. Unlimited seconds are available on this traditional board plan. Each meal is nutritionally sound and includes foods from all the major food groups. Careful selection will contribute to a well balanced diet.