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There is no better way to celebrate one of the hottest months on record than Olin’s annual Ice Cream Social.  More than 100 attended the July 31 event in The Atrium including faculty, staff, and their children. A reported nine gallons of ice cream were consumed along with 200 chicken skewers! Pretzels, nachos, toasted raviolis, fruit and spinach artichoke balls were also on the menu for those who chose to eschew the frozen treat of the day with innumerable toppings!

There was a Cake Walk contest with prizes from “Nothing Bundt Cakes.” A balloon artist, face painter, bubble machine, and music rounded out the entertainment.

And at the risk of putting a damper on the joy of gluttony, Emily Paige, Employee Wellness Manager was on hand to present a prize. Ben Cox, facilities staffer, was recognized for earning 2nd Place in the University-wide WashU Moves walking challenge. Congratulations, Ben! You inspire us and deserve an extra scoop of of ice cream!!

Thanks to the  Staff Committee who organized the event and to the Aramark staff for creating and serving the sweet summer feast.

Committee members: Konnie Henning, Katie Wools, Earl Banez. Sherri Whaley, Amanda DeBord, Rachel Shelton, Kim Miller, Shante Redden, Stacy Pearson

Enjoy the photo gallery. All photos by Sid Hastings, WUSTL Photos.

The annual Olin Ice Cream Social attracts professors and staff like moths to a flame. And their children miraculously appear, too! They line up for scoops of ice cream and a smorgasbord of toppings that would make Ted Drewes blush.

There’s the St. Louis Ices cart with every flavor of syrup to pour over perfect white snowballs of crushed ice. Young and old dance around the circle of the Cake Walk in hopes of bringing home MORE sweets.

And don’t forget the Balloon Lady – perhaps the most popular person at the Social because of the magic she performs with multicolored balloons. Dogs, swords, princess wands, bows and arrows…dream it and she will make it out of thin air!

Thanks to the Aramark staff for serving up another great Ice Cream Social! Counting the days until next year….

The Annual Ice Cream Social is a tradition that few can resist at Olin. Faculty and staff are encouraged to bring their children to enjoy the afternoon affair complete with Cake Walks, music, a strolling magician, the famous balloon lady, and a table full of toppings for your scoop of chocolate or vanilla! This year, an Italian ice truck also offered its frozen shaved ice with sweet syrups. Happy Summer!!

Cake Walk demands strategy and sibling management.

Lamar Pierce tells his son Carlo that, alas, there is no gelato here.

Sarah Gibbs and daughter Harper enjoy a fat-free balloon ice cream cone.

Brennan Gibbs swings for the outfield!

Mr. Tim, master of the scoops!

The amazing balloon lady makes a car for Sarah Miller’s son.