2. Financial Aid: Some students might not receive the full saving from the 14 meal option because a reduction in board charges might be followed by a paralleled reduction in financial aid.

3. Security: There will necessarily be an increase in security measures with a possible increase in costs, in order to prevent students on the 14 meal plan from stealing breakfast.

4. House life: If variable meal plans encourage students to eat fewer meals in the houses, this may be detrimental to the communal spirit now found in the houses system. In addition, the increased security measures may affect the quality of the dining experience.

Which method of paying for a 21-14 meal [no breakfast] plan would you prefer?

Plan A: Students who choose 21 meals pay the same board charge as presently ($1278), and students who choose 14 meals pay $35 less.

Plan B: Students who choose 21 meals pay $60 more than presently, and students who choose 14 meals pay $73 less.

With plan A, students who choose 14 meals are subsidizing those who choose the 21 meal plan. With plan B, those who stay with the current 21 meal plan are penalized. Also, this sets the precedent of providing better services at Harvard-Radcliffe to those who can afford to pay more.