HOUSTON — Staff members from across Rice University came together on June 3 for one of the campus’s most beloved traditions — the annual Ice Cream Social, hosted by the Rice Staff Council.
Held at the West Servery, the event featured university leadership suiting up in hairnets and gloves to serve scoops of ice cream to hundreds of enthusiastic staffers. Adding to the fun, Rice’s mascot Sammy the Owl made a special appearance, posing for photos and spreading cheer throughout the gathering.
The Ice Cream Social is more than just a sweet treat; it’s a rare chance for staff from various departments, schools, and institutes to mingle and build camaraderie in a relaxed setting. Designed to celebrate the vital contributions of staff to the university’s mission, the event remains one of the most highly anticipated of the year.
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