All good things must come to an end, and O-Week 2017 drew to a close with the annual Welcome Back Day Festival Aug. 19. The annual event featured Rice swag giveaways (including T-shirts and water bottles), music by disc jockey Paul Mayer and activities such as laser tag, bounce houses, fake snow and a “glow party” with free glow sticks. Students enjoyed a variety of food that included donuts, burgers, tacos, sandwiches and dumplings. (Photos by Anson Tong)
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