Trabant University Center

South entrance of Trabant University Center

Trabant University Center

Located right off of Main Street, Trabant University Center features a number of dining options including the student-run Vita Nova restaurant and food court, study and gathering spaces as well as the Trabant Theater. Trabant is a hub for UD students, faculty, staff and the UD community.

 17 West Main Street, Newark, DE

 302-831-2633

Hourly parking is available in the Trabant Garage adjacent to the building. The building is ADA compliant with ramps, elevators, push operated doors and railed bathrooms.

School Supplies

  • Correction tape: $2
  • Eraser: $0.50
  • Highlighter: $0.75
  • Glue stick: $0.50
  • Lead refill: $2
  • Index cards: $1
  • Pens: $0.25
  • Pencils: $0.25
  • Mechanical pencil: $0.75
  • Sharpies: $0.75
  • Highliters: $0.75
  • Loose leaf paper: $2
  • Ruler: $0.50
  • Sharpener: $0.75
  • Two pocket folders: $0.50
  • Blue books (small): $0.55
  • Blue books (large): $0.55
  • Scissors: $0.49
  • Spiral notebook: $1.50

 

Packing Materials

  • Stamps: $0.49
  • Packing tape: $2.50
  • Bubble envelope (small): $0.35
  • Bubble envelope (large): $0.45
  • Envelopes 6 inch: $0.05
  • Envelops 10 inch: $0.05

Medicines and Personal Care

  • Midol: $1.50
  • Advil: $1.50
  • Tylenol: $1.50
  • Degree deodorant: $1.50
  • Secret deodorant: $1.50
  • Tissue packs: $0.65

 

Electronics

  • AAA batteries: $1
  • AA batteries: $1
  • Scientific calculator: $15
  • Pocket calculator: $4
  • Small calculator: $4
  • Earbuds: $6

 

Esports Apparel

  • Water bottle: $15
  • Cap: $25
  • Ski cap: $20
  • T-shirt: $20
  • Hoodie: $55
  • Jersey: $75

Lockers are available for rent at the Trabant Information Desk. Rental rates are:

  • $10 per semester
  • $20 for the full academic year (September–May).

Take advantage of our Early Bird Special each September—rent a locker for the entire academic year for just $15.

Locker size: 12”W 11.5"H x 16.5”D

Perkins and Trabant Hours

February 2–May 20, 2026

Monday: 7 a.m.–midnight
Tuesday: 7 a.m.–midnight
Wednesday: 7 a.m.–midnight
Thursday: 7 a.m.–midnight
Friday: 7 a.m.–midnight
Saturday: 9 a.m.–midnight
Sunday: 9 a.m.–midnight

Dining Locations and Hours

Play and Study

Students socializing in the Trabant Food Court

Food Court

In the bustling heart of UD’s campus is the Trabant Food Court.

Interfaith Prayer Room with mats

Interfaith Meditation and Prayer Room

The Interfaith Meditation and Prayer space in Room 223 is open daily for private meditation, prayer and reflection.

Formal table setting in Vita Nova

Vita Nova

Vita Nova is the University of Delaware’s student-operated fine-dining restaurant.

Vita Nova

View of Trabant Theater from on stage

Trabant Theater

The Trabant Theater is a formal and private space on the lower level of Trabant, perfect for film screenings, guest speakers and presentations.

Students studying in Daugherty Hall

Daugherty Hall

Perhaps a hidden gem on campus, Daugherty Hall is a tranquil study and gathering space with dramatic arched stained glass windows.

Soft seating in Trabant Lounge

Trabant Lounge

The Trabant Lounge is a vibrant space for relaxing and studying, and can easily be transformed into an event venue for lectures or performances.

Students and families gather for New Student Orientation

Orientation & Transition Programs

This office, located on the second floor of Trabant houses the Orientation & Transition Programs (OTP) team.

More about OTP

Students studying in the Veteran Lounge

Veteran and Military Connected Student Lounge

You can find the Veteran and Military Connected Student Lounge in Trabant 157. We have snacks, coffee and study space for you to enjoy and we host several events here throughout the year.

Veteran Services

Trabant Food Court

Dining Options

Maps + Directory

First Floor

  • Trabant Food Court
  • Event Services (103)
  • PNC Bank (105)
  • Trabant Lounge (110)
  • Multipurpose Rooms A/B/C (141)
  • Package Center (156)
  • Veteran and Military Connected Student Lounge (157)

Second Floor

  • Vita Nova (253-255)
  • Meeting Rooms (207, 209/211, 213, 217, 218, 219)
  • Interfaith Meditation and Prayer Room (223)
  • Orientation and Transition Program offices (231)
  • Daugherty Hall (276)

Lower Level

  • Trabant Theater (010)