OOSAC UPDATES
The TSUNAA Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter members newsletter!
Greetings Ocean Alumni!
Welcome to the TSUNAA Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter
Thank you for accepting the invitation to become a member of the Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter (OOSAC). As a member of this alumni chapter, there will be many opportunities for the chapter and active members to help improve the overall well-being of the Ocean of Soul Marching Band. The leadership team that has been assembled, will work diligently to meet all internal and external challenges. We need ALL of our alumni to share their talents, knowledge, and expertise across all sectors. This can include, but not be limited to the private or public education sector, and/or government agencies.
Upcoming Dates and Events!
GAME DAY: October 4th- UAPB @HCU
GAME DAY: October 11th- Grambling @Grambling (AWAY)
GAME DAY: October 18th- HOMECOMING GAME- VA Lynchburg @TSU Campus
GAME DAY: November 1st- Alcorn @Shell Stadium
GAME DAY: November 8th- Alabama State (AWAY)
GAME DAY: November 15th- Southern U. (AWAY) (OCEAN FAN BUS AVAILABLE)
GAME DAY: November 22nd- Alabama A & M @Shell Stadium
Congratulations to the Piccolo Section!
Congratulations to the Tuba Section!
Congratulations to our Ocean Scholarship Recipients
Kudos to the Ocean of Soul Alumni RBT Committee for selecting our 3 recipients for the 2025 band season!
Congratulations to Stonie A.
Congratulations to Yulissa N.
Congratulations to Serenity B.
Homecoming Tailgate Assistance Needed!
- We are seeking volunteers for the 2025 homecoming experience. Please reach out to Madame President/ Joselyn Coats if you are interested.
SPECIAL OOSAC SUPPORT GROUP AVALIABLE 24/7
Ocean Support Committee-Tara Grace (Chair) Ricky Georgetown, Brittany Austin
UPCOMING TSUNAA/OOSAC EVENTS!
Events coming up:
- September 25th- TSU Career Expo
- December 6th- TIGER Day of service
- December 6th- Winter Gala
Career Expo- Volunteers Needed! (9/25/25)
TSUNAA is looking for 50-60 available alumni volunteers that can assist with their Career Expo next Thursday between 7:45AM and 1:45 PM. This time frame is broken down into shifts, so you do not have to stay the entire time. Help is needed during registration, set up, guidance, and a few other areas. The event will run from 8:30 am- 1:30pm.
The expo will include employers from various companies and should help students to obtain an internship or job before and/or after graduation if you are available, please sign up by link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ViJL72KUK0Su4urH7Z-1ZOfleb-2f2JPmXY31wVt2YpURDlZMjU5NDdQQ0c3RTczVEIyNU9YWlUyMC4u
Ocean Alumni Fan Bus to BR!
Scan the QR code or follow the link to sign up to ride the bus with the OOSAC! Family, friends, TSU tigers, parents, etc. are able to ride the bus. Secure your spot today!
Toiletry Drive
We are currently accepting donations for toiletry items for the Ocean to give to each band member as they travel on the road this year to away games. Scan the QR code or follow the link to donate today!
Promise to Vote campaign
Whoosh Nation Support T-Shirt are available for a limited time!
SAVE THE DATES BELOW!
Homecoming 2025
2025 Football Schedule
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for OOSAC ticket sales.
Special Thanks & Recognitions
Tiger Day of Service Volunteers
Shout out to an AMAZING day of Service at the 'We Are One' Food Drive. Thank you: Julia Richardson (Chair), Mellinna Ridout, Jakki Frazier, and La'Quandra Gray.
Ocean Alumni at General Body Move In
TSUNAA & OOSAC Cali Takeover
Special shoutout to all OOSAC members who traveled to Cali to support the bad and represent for our home team, cheering on our TSU tigers! #Tigerpride #Whooshnation
Texas Southern University National Alumni Association
The Ocean of Soul Chapter is an extension of Texas Southern University National Alumni Association (TSUNAA). All Ocean of Soul Alumni events are in support of our beloved undergraduates program, THE Ocean of Soul Marching Band.
We are THE Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter
Email: oceanofsoul@tsunaa.com
Website: https://www.tsuoceanalumni.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OceanofSoulAlumniAssociation/
The 2025-2026 E-Board
Madame President- Joselyn Coats (Ocean '99-'02)
V.P. of Membership- Brittany Mallett (Ocean '19-'21)
Corresponding Secretary- Julia Richardson (Ocean '07-'10)
Recording Secretary- La'Quandra Gray (Ocean '15- '19)
Parliamentary- Mellinna Ridout (Ocean '86-'87 & '89-'90)
Sargent at Arms- Pamela Scott (Ocean '00-'03)
Financial Secretary- Shane Emilien (Ocean '11'-12 & '15-'20)
Point of contact for online Ocean Store merchandise and sales.
V.P. of Finance- Carlos Hamilton (Ocean '07-'10)
Point of contact for Scholarship contributions.
Treasurer- Garnet Foster (Ocean '89-'93)
Point of Contact for Sponsorship and Donations such as the High Tide commitment initiative.
Donald Greer
Liaison of the OOSAC with the National TSUNAA representative.