Stephenville gets Buffalo Wild Wings

BY HAELEY CARPENTER

Editor-in-Chief

Ever since Tarleton State University announced the addition of a Buffalo Wild Wings as an on campus option, students have been counting down the days until it opens.

The ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Monday, March 10, just in time for March Madness.

Tarleton’s 16th President Dr. James Hurley is known for upgrading the Tarleton campus to “have and be the best.”

“This is the first Buffalo Wild Wings on a University campus,” Hurley said during his speech at the ceremony.

Because this new restaurant is on campus, Sodexo had a major role in bringing in the new restaurant.

“This wouldn't be possible without our extraordinary partnership with Sodexo,” Hurley said. “They have to feed tens or thousands of students a day, and they do a remarkable job.”

Because Buffalo Wild Wings is technically an on campus restaurant, it is open for everyone to enjoy. While Stephenville already has a Wingstop, more options for the community to gather and build connections is always welcomed. 

“It just gives us a great opportunity for us to be able to get to know each other and just be able to expand and connect about Stephenville and Tarleton,” Dr. Ortega- Feerick said. “I’m the VP (vice president) of students so I think any time students and community can come together is just a great opportunity to collaborate.”

After the ribbon was cut, people sat, ate, drank and enjoyed the sunny day. The first open day went well: lines of people waited from the moment the doors opened to when they closed.

“Look at the view, it’s beautiful. You can enjoy some good wings and a nice day,” Dr. Ortega- Feerick said.

This new dining option fits 350 people with outdoor and indoor seating for beautiful days. A full bar and 72 TVs makes Buffalo Wild Wings the perfect spot for watching entertainment and having fun.