OSHEAN Inc., (pronounced ocean) is a consortium of non-profit organizations that was formed to foster the development of a communications infrastructure for Rhode Island's research, educational, and public service community.

Founded in 2000, OSHEAN currently has 22 members, mainly in Rhode Island but also in Massachusetts. OSHEAN sponsors a wide range of activities and provides a variety of services for its members.

Member services include:

• Nautilus 2.0
• Beacon Fiber Network
• Security Training through partnership with Tech Collective
• Ruckus Music Service
• Video Commons
• IPICS
• Safe Harbor - Emergency Communications Service
• Additional Security Services