Chapter Committee Meeting Schedule

COMMITTEE	DATE AND TIME	LOCATION
Marketing and Social Media Committee	Saturday, June 8 @ 11 am	Kulture
Ocean in the Community Committee	Saturday, June 8 @ 11am	Kulture
Fundraising Committee	Wednesday, May 22 @ 7:30 pm	dial-in # 605-313-4100 code: 113582
Mentoring Committee	TBD	TBD
50TH Anniversary Committee	​TBD	TBD
Homecoming Committee	TBD	TBD
Social/Fellowship Committee	TBD	TBD
Scholarship Committee	TBD	TBD
History and Traditions Committee	​TBD	TBD
Recruiting Committee	TBD	TBD
Membership Committee	TBD	TBD
Ocean Hall of Fame and Tribute Committee	TBD	TBD
50th Banquet/Brunch Committee	TBD	TBD

Join a Committee

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MENTORING

The Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter (OOSAC) oversees the program that pairs students with mentors for an optimal experience during their Undergraduate Years. Students get support and advice regarding coursework, time management and career opportunities. Mentors can share their expertise and ease the way for their mentees.

If you would like to serve as a Mentor and/or join the Mentoring and Retention Committee, please contact Joselyn Coats at jayone_99@yahoo.com.

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DONATE to the SCHOLARSHIP

Mr. Ronald B. Thornton served as an assistant director for the Texas Southern University “Ocean of Soul” Marching Band from 1981 to 1988. Mr. Thornton would later become the Head Band Director of the Mighty Willowridge Eagle Band from 1988 -2009.

In his memory the Texas Southern University National Alumni Association Ocean of Soul Chapter established the Ronald B. Thornton Scholarship.  The recipients shall be University band students who have exemplified outstanding leadership as band members as well as in the classroom.  

If you are interested in joining the Scholarship Committee, please contact Garnet Foster at g.foster_04@yahoo.com.

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PUBLICATIONS

The Publications committee regularly reviews and publishes all alumni communications, including: Ocean Beat, Ocean Newsflash, OOSAC Announcements delivered electronically and in print.  

To be part of the OOSAC publications committee, contact Donald Black at donaldblack23@yahoo.com. 
For the most recent Ocean Beat, click the button below.

Ocean Beat

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RECRUITING

The Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter (OOSAC) serves as the principal recruiter for the band and collaborates with Ocean Faculty members in recruiting both music majors and non-music majors for the applied instrumental area of the Ocean of Soul.

To join the Recruiting Committee, please contact Joselyn Coats at jayone_99@yahoo.com 

HISTORY AND TRADITION

The Ocean History and Tradition committee seeks to develop among students, alumni, and friends of the Ocean of Soul Marching Band an appreciation for the Bands history and traditions. The committee's projects include the Ocean Time Capsule and Ocean Beat publication, which offers a historical tour of the Ocean of Soul, showcasing its rich history and the growth of the University Band over time. 

For those Ocean Alumni that feel that they can help preserve and teach or want to explore the history of our great Band Program, please contact Reginald Thompson at actionact@comcast.net.

FELLOWSHIP

The Ocean Soul is not only the largest and most recognizable organization on the campus of Texas Southern University, it is a family.  Ocean members old and young can connect and know that they are always welcome at home.

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