BASC Dining Services is excited to welcome new and returning students back to campus for the fall semester! We are pleased to share information about our services and what you can expect when you dine on campus, including the newly renovated Harrison Dining Hall. As you make plans to return to campus, note that the Points component of Dining Plans are activated on Wednesday, August 26 and the Meals component starts with dinner on Thursday, August 27. Please visit the Locations and Hours page for specific hours of operation along with the opening schedule.
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Tips for Navigating the First Weeks
The first couple of weeks of every fall semester is a busy time. It’s important to know that there will be lines at eateries especially during peak mealtimes (i.e. 12 – 1 pm and 5 – 6:30 pm) until routines are found. Here are some tips to avoid lines:
Harrison Dining Hall
Harrison Dining Hall was renovated this summer! In addition to aesthetic updates, the daily feature line was expanded, providing even more variety, and other updates were made to ease traffic flow and congestion. The made-without-gluten station has moved and is now also free of peanut and tree nut allergens, and a new dish room enables post-consumer composting capabilities. New digital menu boards are now at every station. These boards make nutrition information easily accessible – they display the nine major allergens and include a QR code for additional nutritional information.
As the largest dining operation, Harrison is open continuous service weekdays from breakfast through dinner and weekends from brunch through dinner. It offers a wide variety of menu choices each meal period including pizza, grill items, salad, soup, sandwiches, vegan and vegetarian options, and made without gluten selections along with traditional menu favorites. Harrison features a Yolato frozen yogurt machine in addition to regular Sundae Bar nights and weekly display cooking events with customizable options. In addition, the Gluten-Free zone provides cereals, breads, deli meat, and dessert selections along with a dedicated (GF) toaster, refrigerator, and freezer. Take out is available using the Green Box program for those on the Unlimited 300, 200, and 100 plans.
Brockway Dining Hall
Brockway Dining Hall has expanded its menu and hours of operation this fall to include continuous service from breakfast through dinner Monday – Thursday and breakfast through lunch on Fridays. Its menu includes daily features, vegan and vegetarian options, pizza, soup, a large salad and fruit bar, deli sandwiches, Yolato frozen yogurt and desserts. Take out is available using the Green Box program for applicable meal plans, making Brockway an ideal choice for students with tight schedules looking for a convenient meal at the center of campus.
Nutrition Information & Special Dietary Needs
We’re pleased to announce that Nutrition Tracker, our online menu and nutrition portal, was updated this summer and now uses a new backend system to display multiple daily menus at a time by dining location. Customers can view complete nutrition information for the items served and filter menus by allergens and eating lifestyles. We label for the nine major allergens. Students are encouraged to speak to a manager at any time if you have food allergies and/or need help finding options. They’re always happy to assist! Our Special Dietary Needs webpage also has a wealth of information to help you navigate the options available. If you need additional assistance with a special dietary need, please email us at business.services@basc1.org.
The Square
The Square at the Seymour Union features a variety of shops including: Talons with hot breakfast sandwiches in the morning and fries, chicken sandwiches, burgers, and more for lunch; Bport Bowls serves up custom-made salads in an allergy-friendly environment; Fiesta offers made-to-order burritos, bowls, nachos, and salads; and Pizzaz has delicious pizza slices. Plus, made-in-house grab ‘n go selections are available for when you need something extra quick.
Subway
Subway, located in the Seymour Union, is open for lunch, Monday through Friday.
TRAX & The Nest
TRAX and The Nest are open daily on the ground floor of Harrison Dining Hall. TRAX features late-night favorites including boneless wings, taterz, mac and cheese, pizza and more and is open daily from 7:30 – 11 pm. The Nest continues to offer all the convenience items you need. Students also enjoy the popular F’Real milkshakes and smoothies at The Nest.
Jitterbugs Café
Jitterbugs Cafe is proud to serve boba drinks and Starbucks™ beverages in addition to delicious pastries, and more! Located right across from the Campus Store in the Seymour Union, Jitterbugs is a popular weekday favorite.
Raj Madan Café
Raj Madan Cafe, located conveniently in the library serves the ever-popular espresso specialty beverages made with local Java Junction coffee plus hot breakfast sandwiches, paninis, soup, and more.
Method of Payment/Meal Plan Information
Simply use your meal plan (meals and Points), Easy Money, cash, or credit/debit at all locations. As a reminder, the Unlimited Plans provide unlimited access to both all-you-care-to-eat dining halls, Harrison and Brockway. And the Unlimited 100, 200, and 300 plans include dining hall to-go meals using the Green Box program and Points can be used at any dining location. You can always add more Points to your account, just remember that Points don’t roll at the end of the semester so only add what you know you’ll use.
Students, be sure to know what meal plan you’re on and how it works (Terms of agreement are available online). Friday, September 11 is the last day to make a change to your meal plan. Visit our meal plan page to review options and select/change your plan online.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the BASC Business Office at business.services@basc1.org or 585-395-BASC (2272). Or fill out a Feedback Form online and we’ll get back to you!
The BASC team is delighted to welcome students back to campus. Bookmark basc1.org on your computer or cell to access hours, menus and nutrition, account information, your virtual BASC Pass and much more. BASC Dining Services looks forward to serving you this fall!
