Plan to expand Chick-fil-A and Subway
The Memorial Student Union Ballroom (MSUB) has been up for a renovation to popular gathering locations for three years, but COVID put a stop to plans. After years of waiting, the renovations have kicked off the start of summer.
“As students return to campus, they will see two of their favorite food locations, Chick-fil-A and Subway, with a new brighter, modern, welcoming environment,” Aramark Food Service Director Jackie Flores said. “Chick-fil-A will add several new menu items, as well as a new state-of-the-art ordering system. Guests will be able to place their order and pay at kiosks at the entrance of Chick-fil-A and when ready, orders can be picked up at the counter. Subway will be refreshed with new lighting, some additional seating space and new chairs and tables.”
The goal of these renovations is to continue providing students and faculty members with popular brands, satisfying menus and better order technology. New flooring and furniture for the dining area will be included in the MSUB renovations as well as the game room.
“This newly renovated space will provide a refreshed and innovative location for students to spend time in-between classes or in the evening without leaving campus,” Flores said. “The game room and dining area will have a new comfortable seating area with new chairs and tables, electronic charging stations, fresh paint, as well as other campus resources in the MSUB that will promote more student activities.”
Students enrolled in Summer and Fall classes can receive a free meal at the Javelina Dining Hall while renovations are taking place. They are expected to be completed by the upcoming Fall semester.