UVU students can find discounts all over Orem simply by flashing a student ID, from free food and bowling on Wolverine Wednesdays to a 15% discount at Via 313 Pizza, free rides on UTA buses and trains, discounted Cinemark movie tickets, and 5% back on groceries at Macey’s. Promenade Place, located in Orem near UVU’s campus, puts residents close to nearly all of it.
Between what’s built into a student ID and a handful of easy sign-ups, being a UVU student comes with more built-in savings than most students realize.
Promenade Place Guide to UVU Student Discounts in Orem
Most UVU student discounts fall into a few categories: a weekly wave of campus deals tied to Wolverine Wednesday, a handful of off-campus restaurants and entertainment spots that honor a student ID year-round, and a couple of standing perks, like free transit and grocery rewards, that just require signing up once. Because Promenade Place sits close to campus, taking advantage of most of these takes little more than remembering to bring an ID.
What Discounts Can You Get on Wolverine Wednesdays?
Every Wednesday, wearing UVU-branded apparel on campus unlocks a long list of food and activity discounts at UVU Main Campus locations. The offers are all-day and require visible UVU attire to redeem:
| Business | Wolverine Wednesday Discount |
|---|---|
| UVU Campus Store | 20% off one select UVU-branded apparel item |
| Taco Bell | Free cinnamon twist with a $5+ purchase |
| Jamba Juice | 15% off the Mighty Wolverine Smoothie |
| Guru’s Café | 10% off your total bill |
| Aubergine | Free strawberry lemonade or two free cheese breads with purchase |
| Trades Café | Free coffee, tea, or hot chocolate with a $5+ meal purchase |
| Mom Fulton’s Café | Free medium fountain drink with a sandwich purchase |
| Scoops | Free popcorn (10 AM–2 PM) and 10% off fountain drinks |
| Student Life & Wellness Center | One free fitness class |
| Wolverine Alley | Bowl for $1 (shoe rental excluded) |
| Wendy’s | Free small Frosty with a combo purchase |
| Cupbop | Free two pieces of mandu with a bowl purchase |
| E.A.T.S. | Free Nature Valley granola bar with an entrée purchase |
| Chick-fil-A | Free ice cream cone with an $8+ purchase |
| Arby’s | Free small curly fries with a $5+ purchase |
| Costa Vida | Free cinnamon tortilla with an entrée purchase |
| Papa John’s | Free fountain drink with an 8″ pizza purchase |
With 17 participating spots, Wolverine Wednesday alone can cover a free workout, a cheap game of bowling, and most of a day’s meals, all for the cost of wearing a UVU hoodie.
Where Can You Save on Food Off Campus?
Via 313 Pizza Offers 15% Off With a Student ID
Via 313, at 212 E University Pkwy in Orem, offers UVU students 15% off with a valid student ID. Known for Detroit-style, square-cut pizza with a caramelized cheese edge, it’s a solid option for a group dinner or a study break that doesn’t feel like typical fast food. The discount applies with a student ID shown at the time of ordering, so it’s worth asking about when placing an order in person.
How Can You Ride Public Transit for Free?
A UVU student ID doubles as a transit pass across the entire UTA system, including local buses, the UVX bus rapid transit line, TRAX, and FrontRunner commuter rail. Coverage extends to spouses and dependents of current students as well, and the pass activates automatically once a student’s ID is issued at Campus Connection in the Sorensen Center. Between free fare and UVX’s frequent service through campus, many UVU students find they don’t need a car for the daily commute at all.
Where Can You Save on Entertainment?
Cinemark offers discounted movie tickets to college students at participating theaters, including locations near Orem. A valid student ID is required at the box office to receive the lower rate, and the discount is separate from Cinemark’s other promotions like Discount Tuesdays, so it’s worth comparing which offer is better for a given showtime. Paired with the $1 bowling available through Wolverine Wednesday, students have a couple of low-cost ways to fill an evening without spending much.
How Can You Save on Groceries?
Macey’s, at 880 N State St in Orem, runs a College Student Rewards program that gives students 5% back on nearly every grocery purchase, excluding pharmacy, gift cards, money orders, alcohol, and tobacco products. Signing up takes a few minutes in-store or online with an active student ID, and the 5% back is credited to a Macey’s Perks digital wallet tied to a phone number given at checkout. The program runs on the academic calendar, so returning students need to re-enroll each fall to keep the discount active.
Being a UVU Student Pays Off Around Orem
Between Wolverine Wednesday’s long list of free food and activities, a standing pizza discount, free transit on a student ID, discounted movie tickets, and grocery rewards at Macey’s, being a UVU student comes with real savings scattered across Orem. Most of it just takes remembering to bring a student ID or wear a little school spirit.
Promenade Place adds to those savings with its own built-in value, from a 24-hour fitness center and hot tub to dedicated study spaces, all just a short trip from campus. Take a look at the floor plan that fits your budget and settle into a spot that makes stretching a student budget a little easier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What discounts are available on Wolverine Wednesdays?
Wearing UVU-branded apparel on Wednesdays unlocks discounts at more than a dozen campus spots, including free food items at Taco Bell, Chick-fil-A, and Arby’s, $1 bowling at Wolverine Alley, and a free fitness class at the Student Life & Wellness Center.
Does Via 313 offer a student discount?
Yes. Via 313, at 212 E University Pkwy in Orem, offers UVU students 15% off with a valid student ID shown at the time of ordering.
Is UTA free for UVU students?
Yes. A UVU student ID works as a transit pass for UTA buses, UVX, TRAX, and FrontRunner at no additional cost.
Does Macey’s offer a student discount?
Yes. Macey’s College Student Rewards program gives students 5% back on most grocery purchases after signing up in-store or online with a student ID.
Do UVU students get a discount at Cinemark?
Yes. Cinemark offers discounted tickets to college students at participating theaters with a valid student ID shown at the box office.
Do I need to wear UVU apparel to get Wolverine Wednesday discounts?
Yes. UVU-branded attire is required to redeem any of the Wolverine Wednesday discounts at participating campus locations.
