[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 175 (Wednesday, November 16, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2059]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN HONOR OF THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY MARCHING BAND DIRECTOR DR. JON 
                       WOODS UPON HIS RETIREMENT

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                         HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 16, 2011

  Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I along with Congressman Steve Stivers rise 
today to honor and recognize the Ohio State University Marching Band 
director Dr. Jon Woods upon his retirement.
  As a former member of the marching band, I had the extraordinary 
opportunity of learning from and getting to know Dr. Woods. To this 
day, I am honored and blessed to call Jon a good friend. Issuing 
remarks about a man that has meant so much to me and every Buckeye 
around the world gives me great pleasure.
  The Ohio State Marching Band remains one of the most well-recognized 
college bands in the country. Its artistry, accuracy and sound has 
earned the band the informal title of ``The Best Damn Band in the 
Land.'' Observing the band in action fills Buckeye fans with immense 
pride and captivates an audience in a way unlike any other live event. 
Most Ohio State supporters credit much of the band's success and 
acclaim today to the efforts of Dr. Woods. Since his arrival, Jon has 
upheld the band's traditions, while also employing new and innovative 
techniques that have helped the band sustain so many years of unrivaled 
superiority.
  After several decades, the Ohio State Marching Band and the entire 
university has benefitted from the supreme expertise and visionary 
leadership of Dr. Woods. He has become a cornerstone of Ohio State, 
and, through his legendary work, has etched his name into the school's 
storied history. I along with Congressman Stivers and the entirety of 
the Ohio State community will greatly miss his presence. His passion 
for our beloved school and his years of commitment to the band have 
left him with an enduring legacy.

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