Practical and Convenient
Fuel your success with flexible meal plans designed to fit your busy college lifestyle. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite between classes or enjoying a sit-down meal with friends, our dining options ensure you're never far from delicious, nutritious food.
Meal Plan Information
Residential Meal Plans
Residential Meal Plans are sold and administered through Residence Life.
Residential Meal Plans are selected during the housing application process through University Housing. Any additions or changes to meal plans must go through SOU University Housing.
For more information on Residential Meal Plans, please visit: Residence Hall Costs – University Housing at SOU
Residential Meal Plan Guidelines
- Every time a student enters The Hawk Dining Room, they will be charged a meal swipe.
- Students MUST present a valid form of I.D. when entering The Hawk.
- Students MAY NOT give their I.D. to someone else to use their meal plan.
- Meals can only be used by the purchaser and are intended for individual use only.
- To treat a friend, students can use their Raider Cash or Guest Passes.
- If they use up their weekly meal allowance, students may use their Raider Cash or Guest Passes to purchase additional meals in The Hawk.
- Raider Cash can be used in all dining locations on campus.
- Raider Cash carries over from term to term but does not carry over into Summer.
- If a student’s Raider Cash runs low, they may add more to their account online at the Campus Card Center or over the phone (541-552-6042) with cash, credit card, check or charge to their student account.
- Students should remember to use their plan wisely. Account balances can be checked at any time, including at any dining location’s register.
- Meal Swipes can be used in The Hawk Dining Hall or at Elmo’s Grill. For The Hawk, one swipe is equivalent to one all you care to eat meal. For Elmo’s Grill, a meal swipe is equivalent to one entrée, one side, and a fountain drink.
- Raider Cash is offered in addition to meal swipes to provide additional dining choices on campus and should be used to supplement the meals offered in the Meal Plans.
Contact Information
Residential Meal Plans – (541) 552-6371
- Red Plan
Unlimited meals, $100 Raider Cash, 10 guest meals
- Black Plan
17 meals per week, $150 Raider Cash, 20 guest meals
- (S) Plan
14 meals per week, $150 Raider Cash, 10 guest meals
- (O) Plan
12 meals per week, $250 Raider Cash, 10 guest meals
- (U) Plan
10 meals per week, $350 Raider Cash, 10 guest meals
- Rocky Plan
10 meals per week, $100 Raider Cash
- Madrone Apartment - Raider Cash Plan
$900 Raider Cash per quarter
- Madrone Apartment - Hawk Plan
5 meals per week, $400 Raider Cash, 5 guest meals
Commuter Meal Plans
If you are not living on campus, consider our Community Meal Plan options! Community Meal Plans are available for students, staff, faculty, and community members. Plans that have meal swipes can be redeemed at The Hawk or Elmo’s Grill. The Hawk is our all-you-care-to-eat dining facility with eight different made to order dining options. Elmo’s Grill is located in the Stevenson Union and offers all your lunch favorites from teriyaki bowls to salad bowls, pizzas to burgers. A meal swipe at Elmo’s Grill will allow you to get an entrée, side and drink. Any additional items purchased will require another form of payment, such as Raider Cash, card, or cash.
Meal plans are non-transferable and for individual use only.
CONTACT INFORMATION
To purchase a Community Meal Plan, please visit the Hawk office or call (541) 552-6042.
- Ashland Plan
$190
20 Meals
Up to $80 in Savings
- University Plan
$335
30 Meals – $50 Raider Cash
Up to $120 in Savings
- Raider Plan
$690
65 Meals – $75 Raider Cash – Raider Cup Club Sticker
Up to $295 in Savings
- Raider Cash Plan
$400
$435 Raider Cash – Raider Cup Club Sticker
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Raider Cup Club?
The first 100 people to sign up for the RAIDER or RAIDER CASH plan will receive a Raider Cup Club Sticker! Members of this exclusive club can get complimentary soda, tea, coffee, or hot chocolate. Show your sticker and enjoy! The Raider Cup Club Sticker is a limited-time offer. We cannot replace lost, stolen, or damaged stickers.
Valid Until August 31st
Q: When do meal plans reset?
All residential meal plans reset weekly every Sunday at 11:59pm and are only applicable to meals at The Hawk. Raider Cash rolls over from term to term, but not from year to year. Any remaining Raider Cash will become forfeit at the end of the school year.
Q: How can I purchase a Community meal plan?
You can purchase a meal by contacting SOU Dining at 541-552-6042 or visiting the Administration Office at The Hawk in the Dining Commons. Cash, check, credit card, and charging SOU student accounts are accepted. All Residential Meal Plans are facilitated through University Housing as part of your room and board selection.
Q: Where are the meals used?
Meals are used at The Hawk and for certain items listed as “Meal Exchange accepted” at Elmo’s Grill.
Q: What is Raider Cash and where can I use it?
Raider Cash is a credit on your account that is similar to a gift card. You can spend Raider Cash at The Landing, Elmo’s Grill, Einstein Bros Bagels, or Southern Grounds by swiping your card. You can also use Raider Cash at The Hawk to pay for your meal instead of using a meal swipe.
Q: Am I allowed to add money to my meal plan account at any time?
Yes, if at any time you need to add Raider Cash to your meal plan account you can do so by contacting SOU Dining at 541-552-6042 or online at the following website.
Q: Where do I bill event meals to an index code?
To bill event meals to an index code, please reach out to the respective dining locations at least three business days prior to the event. For non-SOU affiliated groups, please reach out to SOU Conferences at conferences@sou.edu. The Hawk & Stevenson Union: SOUDining@sou.edu
