Tilley Takeover at Liberty University Dining: A Ramen-Fueled Success

Liberty University Dining’s latest Tilley Takeover featuring a custom ramen bar was nothing short of a massive success, drawing an enthusiastic crowd eager to experience the build-your-own ramen concept. The event, long anticipated by students, proved to be one of the most popular Tilley Takeovers to date.

“We knew students would be excited for ramen, but the turnout exceeded our expectations,” said Shelby Stidham, Marketing Director for Liberty Dining. “Before we even opened, there were ten people in line. Then, two minutes later, there were 30, and soon after, the line wrapped around most of the Tilley Student Center! In total, we served 218 students—it was incredible to see the enthusiasm for this event.”

The Ramen Bar Experience

Students had the opportunity to build their own ramen bowls, selecting from a variety of proteins, toppings, and sides to create a dish perfectly suited to their tastes.

Menu Highlights

Protein (Pick One or Half Portions of Two)

• Chicken
• Beef
• Tofu

Toppings (Pick Six)

• Roasted Corn
• Shredded Carrots
• Ajitama Eggs
• Bok Choy
• Sliced Mushrooms
• Toasted Sesame Seeds
• Roasted Garlic
• Nori Strips
• Hot Chili Oil
• Sliced Jalapeños
• Kimchi
• Spinach
• Bean Sprouts

Sides (Choose One Type of Potsticker or a Combination)

• Chicken Potstickers
• Vegetable Potstickers
• Edamame
• Seaweed Salad

Dessert

• Japanese Jiggly Cheesecake

This customizable ramen experience ensured that every student could tailor their meal, making the event both interactive and flavorful.

What’s Next: Pad Thai in April

Following the overwhelming success of the ramen takeover, Liberty Dining is already looking ahead to its next big event. The next Tilley Takeover is set for April and will feature Pad Thai as the star dish.

“We love bringing international flavors to campus and seeing students embrace these experiences,” Stidham said. “With the energy from this event, we’re looking forward to another fantastic turnout for our Pad Thai takeover in April.”

With record-breaking attendance, buzzing excitement, and an engaged student body, this ramen takeover set a new standard for Tilley Takeovers—promising even bigger things ahead.