A. The encoded PantherCard and biometric hand scan is the individual's key to unlimited and unrestricted access into the Dining Halls during Dining Hall operational hours. By accepting the terms of this PantherMeals agreement, the participant agrees to provide a biometric hand scan for use with their PantherCard when entering the Dining Hall at Freshman Hall or Piedmont North.
B. It is the sole responsibility of the PantherCard holder signing this agreement to review and understand the benefits and the limitations of the PantherMeals. PantherMeals are not cash accounts and cash withdrawals are not permitted. PantherMeals are based upon an all you care to eat menu subject to a schedule of Monday through Friday in the Dining Hall at Freshman Hall on the and Monday through Sunday at Piedmont North. Piedmont North Dining facility is only accessible on weekends for persons who choose to purchase the seven (7) day meal plan.
C. Food may NOT be taken out of the Dining Halls, and unruly or disruptive behavior is not permitted in the Dining Halls. PantherDining may suspend or terminate this Agreement without refund for violation of these provisions.
D. The PantherCard holder agrees to abide by the terms of the PantherMeals agreement, as well as all rules and regulations that govern use of PantherCards. Georgia State University reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of PantherCard use and any future changes in terms and conditions regulating the use of the PantherCard, PantherCash, and PantherMeals. Changes made at the discretion of PantherDining immediately apply to all meal plan customers. Any changes made supersede the terms and conditions previously in effect. All fees and other charges are subject to change without notice.
E. No refunds are made for missed meals. PantherMeals are not transferable. PantherMeals payment receipt is required by Student Accounts for each semester of the term no later than 5:00 p.m. on the last day to pay tuition for the semester. Failure to pay for PantherMeals, within two weeks of the date payment is due will result in suspension of PantherMeals until payment is received. All PantherMeals payments and payment penalties are subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement herein.
F. A charge of $50.00 will be assessed for all returned checks, and the PantherCard holder's PantherMeals and PantherCard accounts will be deactivated until the PantherCard holder deposits funds sufficient to cover the returned check charge plus the amount of the check.
G. To prevent unauthorized use of lost or stolen PantherCards, PantherCard holders should immediately report the lost or stolen card to the PantherCard Office at 404-413-9508 to insure proper deactivation. After business hours, PantherCard holders should report lost or stolen cards to the University Police at 404-413-2100. The PantherCard holder will be responsible for all unauthorized PantherMeals usage of the PantherCard that takes place prior to the cardholder's notification of theft/loss to the PantherCard Office or the Campus Police as provided above. A replacement fee shall be charged for all replacement PantherCards.
H. Upon request, the PantherCard Office will investigate PantherMeals account discrepancies, and provide a written statement to the PantherCard holder within twenty (20) business days. If an error is found, the PantherCard Office will make the necessary adjustments to the account; if no error is found, the PantherCard Office will provide the PantherCard holder with a written explanation. The PantherCard holder may request copies of the documents used to conduct the investigation.
I. Information about the PantherCard holder's account will be disclosed to third parties only for the following reasons: in order to complete a transaction; in order to comply with a government agency or court order; in conjunction with all other cardholder accounts in the aggregate but not specific in regard to any individual's account; or with the PantherCard holder's written permission.
J. PantherMeals meal plans are non-transferable, and possession of a PantherCard is a privilege. Ownership of PantherCards lies with the University, and any misuse of a PantherCard may result in its confiscation by the University and/or disciplinary action.
Cancellation Policy
K. Persons who decide not to enroll at Georgia State University prior to the first date of service, and after signing up for the Meal Plan may cancel the Agreement upon payment of a $50.00 administrative fee. All other meal plan cancellations as described will also be subject to a $50.00 administration fee, as well as after applicable cancellation fees as explained/hereafter.
L. Enrollees may choose to upgrade from a 5 day to a 7 day meal plan at any time during the Fall or Spring Semester for the additional amount of $101 per Semester. Enrollees cannot change from the 7 day to the 5 day after the first date of service.
M. Cancellation during the first fourteen days of classes of the Fall Semester will result in responsibility for payment of the semester Meal Plan fee on a pro-rata basis of the daily cash rate of $33 per day through the date of cancellation. Students who cancel the Contract on the fifteenth (15th) day of classes or later during Fall Semester or through the first fourteen (14) days of the following Spring Semester will remain responsible for the full Fall Semester Meal Plan fee plus one-half (½) of the of the Spring Semester Meal Plan Fee. Students who cancel the Contract on the fifteenth (15th) day of classes or later during the following Spring Semester will remain responsible for the full Spring Semester Meal Plan Fee.
N. For meal plans purchased for Spring Semester only, cancellation during the first fourteen (14) days of classes of the Spring Semester will result in the responsibility for payment of the semester Meal Plan fee on a pro rata basis of the daily cash rate of $33 per day through the date of cancellation. Students who cancel the Contract on the fifteenth (15th) day of classes or later during the following Spring Semester will remain responsible for the full Spring Semester Meal Plan Fee.
O. *Cancellation of this Agreement is permitted without charge in the event of graduation, withdrawal from the University, and/or participation in certain off-campus Georgia State University programs (e.g. co-op programs, practice teaching) upon presentation of supporting documentation, the sufficiency of which is determined in the University's sole discretion, provided that no meals have been consumed before the time of cancellation.
P. Cancellation of this Agreement is permitted if PantherDining is unable to provide for a student's dietary needs as prescribed by a physician to address a health problem. Except as otherwise provided herein, the Agreement may not be terminated because of dietary choices made for other reasons.
Q. No refunds or credits will be issued to students unable to use PantherMeals due to interruption or termination of enrollment as the result of University disciplinary action.
* In the event that meals have been consumed, prior to the time of cancellation as provided in paragraphs, M and N above, the cost of meals will be charged on a pro rata basis for the number of days consumed based on the daily rates as listed in paragraphs M and N above.
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