Delta State continues to boost and revitalize dining options available at the university thanks to ARAMARK, the award-winning food service provider. A major overhaul has begun at the Mill area on the first floor of the H.L. Nowell Student Union.<\/p>\n
The updates were approved to adjust for changing wants and needs of the student and customer population.<\/p>\n
\u201cARAMARK is very excited to continue our partnership with Delta State University,\u201d said Courtney Bryant, ARAMARK marketing manager. \u201cWe look forward to continued success as we grow the dining program.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Union food court will see an update to make the space more open, bright, and inviting for students. Additional seating will be brought in, as well as additional lighting and fresh paint.\u201d<\/p>\n
Layout will change with the removal of the glass walls at the front of the food court, as well as the wooden and glass partition that separates the food court from the adjacent dining area.\u00a0The renovated venue will feature registers at each dining location, providing the customer with a true food court experience.<\/p>\n
\u201cMost notably, at Chick-fil-A, customers will order from an associate as if they were in a traditional store, and their orders will be filled and handed back to them,\u201d said\u00a0Bryant.<\/p>\n
BurritoBowl, the newest concept by the Freshens brand, will replace the previous Freshens location serving smoothies and frozen yogurt. BurritoBowl will offer globally inspired rice bowls, burritos and salads.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhile the name may be misleading, this is not a \u2018Mexican\u2019 concept,\u201d said Bryant. \u201cThis will give customers a personalized experience, with flavor profiles inspired by cajun, buffalo, asian and other cuisine. This is an exciting addition.\u201d<\/p>\n
Also being introduced is P.O.D. Express (Provisions On Demand). This venue will host all of the grab-n-go items that students may need on their way to class.\u00a0 From snacks to portable meals, P.O.D will offer quick and convenient options.<\/p>\n
Java City coffee shop will bring a fresh new look into the fall semester. This location will have new flooring, paint and furniture. Digital menu boards will profile new menu items, including bagels and blended beverages. Additional electronics charging stations will be added for students to utilize.<\/p>\n
The open Mill seating area will undergo lighting changes and the removal of ceiling fixtures. Booth seating, bar seating and additional charging stations will be added to the area to ensure ample space and accommodation.<\/p>\n
Bryant said she also looks forward to finalizing upgrades to Young-Mauldin Dining Hall. Students will arrive this fall to fresh paint and some sparkling additions to the dining room.<\/p>\n
Meal plan options will be as follows:<\/p>\n
\u2014\u00a0\u00a0 Students living on campus as freshmen and sophomores will be enrolled in All-Access Pass, allowing unlimited visits to Young-Mauldin and $175 Flex dollars to use at other campus locations.<\/p>\n
\u2014\u00a0\u00a0 Juniors and seniors will have the ability to choose the All-Access Pass or\u00a0Build Your Own Plan, allowing a choice for the number of block meals (meals eaten at Young-Mauldin) and the number of Flex dollars ($200, $400 or $600) in order to create a plan that fits the individual\u2019s dining needs, class schedule and preferences.<\/p>\n
Commuter students, faculty and staff members will all have the ability to choose any of the options above.<\/p>\n