The George P. Mitchell Society    

The George P. Mitchell Society is comprised of individuals and organizations committed to the well-being of our oceans by supporting marine and maritime research, education, training and more at the Gulf Coast’s maritime university, Texas A&M University at Galveston.

Established in honor of George Phydias Mitchell, fighting Aggie class of 1940; the spirit of the GPMS is to enhance the growth of the Galveston campus at Texas A&M University.

Funds are to be designated for student scholarships, maritime research, excellent faculty and student recruitment, campus beautification, and for discretionary purposes as designated by the Chief Operating Officer.

Membership to the society is an annual donation spanning the current calendar year. 

Membership levels are described below:

• General Membership: $1,000 minimum (Membership consists of GPMS specific gift or gift(s) of $1,000 or more to TAMUG.)
• Faculty/Staff Membership: $500
• Student Membership: $50
• Corporate Membership: $5,000 minimum (The donor may name three individuals to GPMS membership, but only the corporate name will be published in membership rolls.)

*All funds must be directly dedicated toward GPMS membership, the exception being the General Membership level, which may include a combination of gifts.