Ben graduated from Rice on May 13, 2000. George Bush, former president, was the speaker, in a ceremony that lasted almost three hours in the heat and humidity of Houston. Despite that, family and friends gathered for the occasion.
Ben, marching up the asile in the graduation ceremony.
"Watching" the graduation ceremony -- Rich, David, and Carrie.
David and Kitty at the ceremony.
Kitty and Charlie, proud parents.
Ben, in front of the Sallyport.
Ben and Ellen.
Ben and Nathan, roommates for four years.
Ben and friends: Carolyn, Ben, Nathan, and Liz.