Graduation Dining
Dining Services will provide multiple dining options for graduates and guests on Sunday, May 11, 2025. Two, timed seatings will be offered in the Heilman Dining Center, two of our retail cafes will be open, and light refreshments will be available in two locations.
Graduation Meal in the Heilman Dining Center
The annual graduation meal in the Heilman Dining Center will offer two timed seatings, from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Advanced online reservations and tickets are required for these meals. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Please visit our FAQ page if you have questions about the meal, seatings, or reservations.
The celebratory menu includes carved prime rib, seafood, vegetarian options and delicious desserts. Menu boards will be marked with our dietary icons, so guests with allergens may find suitable choices. Guests may also wish to check dietary information in advance at richmond.nutrislice.com.
Dining Dollar Sales
Students can purchase tickets and make reservations using Dining Dollars. Students must buy their tickets in person at the Heilman Dining Center and retain the receipt and the reservation ticket.
Dining Dollar sales will take place on the following dates and times:
- Thursday, April 3, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Monday, April 7, 4 -7 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 8, 9 a.m. - Noon
- Friday, April 11, Noon - 3 p.m.
Additional Dining Options
If you need to be more flexible, there are additional options to sit on campus with family and friends and enjoy the day. Tyler’s will be open from 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Tyler Haynes Commons, and Passport Cafe will be open from 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and is close to the Robins Center, where commencement will occur.
Refreshments
- Free coffee and donuts will be available in the lobby of the Heilman Dining Center from 8 a.m.–8:45 a.m.
- The Pier, located on the lower level of Tyler Haynes Commons, will offer a comfortable reception space with light refreshments.