$2.5M Pietri family gift to benefit College of Engineering & Computer Science

The donation will support scholarships, faculty, and facilities at the University of Tulsa.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 6:23pm

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The University of Tulsa has received a $2.5 million gift from the Pietri family to benefit the College of Engineering & Computer Science. The donation will be used to provide scholarships for students, support faculty research and development, and enhance facilities and equipment within the college.

Why it matters

The Pietri family's generous gift will help the University of Tulsa's engineering and computer science programs attract top talent, expand research capabilities, and improve the overall student experience. This investment in the college's future aligns with the university's mission to produce highly skilled graduates who can drive innovation and solve complex problems.

The details

The Pietri family, long-time supporters of the University of Tulsa, decided to make this substantial donation to the College of Engineering & Computer Science to further strengthen the university's reputation as a leading institution for technical education and research. The funds will be used to establish new scholarships, recruit and retain top faculty, and upgrade laboratories and other facilities within the college.

  • The gift was announced on March 30, 2026.

The players

University of Tulsa

A private research university located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, known for its strong engineering and computer science programs.

College of Engineering & Computer Science

One of the university's premier academic colleges, offering degrees in various engineering disciplines as well as computer science.

Pietri family

Long-time supporters of the University of Tulsa who have made a $2.5 million gift to benefit the College of Engineering & Computer Science.

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What they’re saying

“We are incredibly grateful to the Pietri family for their generous support of our College of Engineering & Computer Science. This gift will have a transformative impact on our ability to provide an exceptional educational experience and prepare the next generation of technical leaders.”

— Gerard Clancy, President, University of Tulsa

What’s next

The university plans to immediately begin allocating the Pietri family's gift to various initiatives within the College of Engineering & Computer Science, including the establishment of new scholarships, faculty recruitment and development, and facility upgrades.

The takeaway

The Pietri family's $2.5 million donation to the University of Tulsa's College of Engineering & Computer Science underscores the importance of private philanthropy in supporting higher education, particularly in fields that are critical to driving innovation and economic growth.