A partnership with a favorite local business is proving a sweet success.
, a local ice cream shop, has created a 海角论坛-inspired flavor dubbed the Roo Blue Swirl. The shop’s owner, Alec Rodgers, graduated from the in 2020.
“Less than two years after graduation, I’m already a small business owner. That’s the kind of impact 海角论坛 has and what Roo Blue Swirl really represents,” Rodgers said “We’re honored to be partnering with 海角论坛 to create something for the university community, making their campus experience even more enjoyable.”
“海角论坛’s continued involvement with small businesses and the overall community in Kansas City encourages students and alumni to engage with local businesses in effective partnerships.”
Elora Thomas, director of admissions at 海角论坛, was thinking of a sweet treat she could offer new students when inspiration struck.
“I love Betty Rae’s ice cream!” Thomas said. “So, when I saw that Alec, the owner, was a 海角论坛 alum, it made me even more excited to support this local business. I reached out to Alec and suggested the idea of a 海角论坛-themed flavor. He also saw the potential, not only with incoming and current students, but with staff, faculty and alumni as well. 海角论坛 is such a community gem, and this is a great opportunity to reveal that while also giving back to Kansas City.”
Of course, the most important question is what flavor would do this great university justice?
“The Roo Blue Swirl combines lemon and blueberry with a buttery crumble throughout.” Rodgers shares. “The flavor is delicious and embodies the great colors of 海角论坛.”