Author Archives: jsurf

#GivingTuesdayJS16DCI is an opportunity for the entire Jersey Surf Family to be part of an exciting movement that increases our nonprofit’s visibility and connects donors with our mission. We encourage … Read more →

After aging out in 2008, Michael graduated from the Indiana University of PA with a degree in Communications Media. He went on to work full time in Human Resources before … Read more →

After five years in DCI, Chris Gormley completed his Criminal Justice degree from Montgomery County Community College. Chris brought his new degree to Orlando, Florida to pursue a career in … Read more →

Gabriel describes his marching career as a roller coaster. “My six years on percussion and trombone would be the way up, my final year on trombone would be the way … Read more →

JUSTIN KRAMER grew up playing the violin but after being introduced to drum corps by fellow Surf alum Nathan Langford, Kramer was hooked. He marched with Surf for a year … Read more →

After aging out from the Jersey Surf in 2009, Julie Hill began grad school at the University of Florida for a Ph.D in Developmental Psychology. She spent the last six … Read more →

After marching with the Jersey Surf in 2009, Brian Seemann aged out with the Boston Crusaders in 2012. He graduated from Temple University with a degree in Urban Planning before … Read more →

After completing her time in various roles within the Jersey Surf family, “Holly Hustle” entered the United States Marine Corps as a clarinet player. During her four years of service, … Read more →

After aging out of drum corps, Mark Graves found a new passion—craft beer. Although the brewing industry is difficult to enter, five years of drum corps prepared Mark for the … Read more →

After a year of drum corps, Ian Johansen earned his Commercial Pilot’s Certificate from Mercer County College. He then transferred to Southern Illinois University to finish schooling and become a … Read more →