Activate your Faculty and Staff Meal Plan for 10% discount at Student Unions dining locations

Aug. 13, 2026
To: University Employees
From: Student Unions
Subject: Activate your Faculty and Staff Meal Plan for 10% discount at Student Unions dining locations
Date: Aug 13, 2026

All faculty and staff working at the U of A can activate a Meal Plan on their CatCard.

The Faculty and Staff Meal Plan gives university employees 10% off every purchase at participating Student Unions dining options, from quick bites to full meals. 

  • 10% off every purchase
  • 30+ dining options across campus (including Starbucks)
  • Your balance never expires, it rolls over year to year
  • Easily add and track funds online
  • Convenient and cash-free 
To set up your account and add funds onto your CatCard: 
  • Go to the Meal Plans and CatCash Portal
  • Log in using the Student & Staff Login button in the menu 
  • Agree to the terms and conditions (there is no fee for the Faculty and Staff Meal Plan)
  • Go to Deposit Funds and select the account "FACStaff Dollars"
  • Enter the amount you wish to add
  • Continue to payment

Whether you carry your CatCard with you or have a mobile version, you can start using your Faculty and Staff Meal Plan after you set up your account.