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 |
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MENTORINGThe 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. |
DONATE to the SCHOLARSHIPMr. 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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PUBLICATIONSThe 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. |
RECRUITINGThe 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 TRADITIONThe 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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