Frequently Asked Questions
Each meal plan consists of a guaranteed number of meals per week (Sunday-Saturday) and a set amount of Flex Meal Points for use during the semester.
Three plan options are available to allow residents to choose which meal plan will best fit their lifestyle and their budget.
All Residents are encouraged to choose Plan A which offers the highest number of meals per week (17), the most Flex Points per semester ($400), and the greatest value compared to cost.
Residents who choose Plan A have the opportunity to receive over $350 more in value than cost when fully utilizing their Plan.
All meals must be used in the Donovan Dining Center. A variety of menu items will be available during the times listed for each meal period.
Flex Meal Points can be used at Donovan Dining Center, The Beestro located in the Student Union, and on-campus vending machines.
Yes. We do assist Residents with special dietary needs. We provide gluten-free and meatless options on a daily basis at both locations. We also support a number of Residents who are in need of special diets for medical reasons. Dining Services also offers dietary, nutritional, and related consultations with our Resident Dietitian, Bethany Tucker, R.D., LDN (401) 456-8477 free of charge.
You may pay the difference using your Flex Meal Points, cash, Visa, or Master Card.
Unused Flex Meal Points do not carry over into the next semester.
This Meal Plan can be used seven days per week in the Donovan Dining Center.
To reduce the possibility of missed meals and to assist residents with unique schedules, we have designed our meal times around the current class schedules. Dining Services also offers a Convenience Meal Program for Residents whose coursework requires them to participate in off-campus internships, classes, and similar activities (e.g., Nursing Program and Student Teaching).
Yes. Residents may purchase up to three meals during one meal period, up to the weekly number of meals in their chosen plan per week, for added convenience. This is designed to assist Residents in fully utilizing and maximizing plan value.
Throughout each semester Dining services offers a number of Special Themed Dinners. There is no additional charges for Residents to attend these dinners. Special Themed Dinners will be advertised in advance so all residents will know about them.
Your feedback is critical to us. Residents are encouraged to participate and serve on the Food Service Advisory Board. You may email us at diningservices@ric.edu or speak with the manager on duty.
