Sammy Mascot Appearance Request
Want Sammy to make an appearance at your event? Click HERE to submit a request.
All appearances are booked on a first-come, first-served basis and are dependent upon mascot availability. All requests must be made two weeks (14 days) prior to the event. A private and secure changing room is required at the site, and water must be provided. The mascot coordinator will respond to requests within five (5) business days.
Sammy is required to be accompanied by a handler. This person's fee is half of the corresponding Sammy appearance fee. This person will be your point of contact the day of the event and contact info will be provided prior to the event. Please contact the Rice Athletics Marketing Office at 713-348-4643 or email riceathletics@rice.edu with any questions.
Appearance Pricing:
Rice University Event - $50/hour
*Please note that all events must be sponsored by a department, office or organization of Rice University.
Non-profit Organization - $100/hour
*All nonprofit organizations must provide proper 501c3 documentation. Please contact the Rice Athletics Marketing Office for more information.
Private Event/For-profit Organization - $150/hour
Please note that mileage reimbursement is not included in the rates above and will be applicable if the event is more than 10 miles from campus.