Society

® College of Engineering

I t’s a name known by all who have entered the College of Engineering. Indeed, the humble beginnings of the College of Engineering took place in its hallways. Felgar Hall stands as a tangible reminder to students, faculty, staff and

friends, of the rich heritage we all share.

But the name Felgar is much more than bricks and mortar. It is the man, James H. Felgar, a visionary who left a legacy of integrity and inspiration, investing nearly 30 years of his career in helping build a program that truly prepares our graduates to become professionals. James H. Felgar organized the Engineers’ Club to serve students and faculty both professionally and socially. After he had served as dean for only two years, students published a short poem in the 1911 Sooner Yearbook touting his dedication:

Now Professor Felgar has been for years The Dean of our engineers

He is loyal, modest, firm and trueHe gives his life for Okla. U.

It seems most fitting to recognize Dean Felgar by naming our new donor society in his honor. I like to think if Dean Felgar were present today, he would be pleased with the progress which has occurred in our more than 100 year history - progress that has been achieved because of the firm foundation he helped build in partnership with generous supporters like you.

James H. FelgarDean, College of Engineering

1909-1937

Tom Landers, Dean and AT&T Chair

Introducing

The J. H. Felgar Society

T he OU College of Engineering does more than educate engineers. Thanks to the dedication and support of our alumni, donors and friends, both individuals

and corporations, we have been at work to foster a culture of excellence in teaching, research and service.

In 1990, the College of Engineering initiated the Annual Fund program. We were the first on campus to create a college-based development office focusing on annual gifts. Since that time, many have answered the call to invest in our students and faculty, giving students the competitive edge needed to succeed in the marketplace. Students attending conferences; teams competing regionally, nationally and internationally; faculty supporting both undergraduate and graduate students in research endeavors; and facilities that foster collaboration are just some of the benefits of your investment.

How Will the Felgar Society Help? Experiential learning opportunities:

• Field experiences to expose engineering students to social entrepreneurship and technology innovations

• Student team equipment and travel to regional, national and international competitions

• Multicultural engineering programs that recruit and support underrepresented and first-generation engineering students

• Study-abroad scholarships for students without family resources to help with travel expenses

Laboratory renovations:• To ensure all students have first-class facilities in Felgar Hall, Carson Engineering Center, Engineering Lab and

the Sarkeys Energy Center like those found in Devon Energy Hall and the ExxonMobil Lawrence G. Rawl Engineering Practice Facility

Faculty support:• Recruitment and retention resources to hire and retain outstanding teachers, mentors and researchers

Program support:• Summer outreach camps to encourage middle and high school students to study engineering

• Professional development training for students that includes resume preparation and interviewing workshops

The College of Engineering continues to enjoy growth and success in increased enrollment, the academic strength of our students and continued expansion of our teaching, research and

service initiatives. Our student teams are competing at a high level that makes us all proud. Our engineering practice and collaborative spaces are a showcase to the community and to prospective students. However, in recent years, the college has been impacted by drastic budget cuts, resulting in limited discretionary funding, as displayed in the charts below.

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The Concrete Canoe Team is one of many teams housed in the ExxonMobil Lawrence G. Rawl Engineering Practice Facility.

Students in Clermont-Ferrand, France - Summer 2011.

Jerry Holmes, U.S. Air Force (Retired) Major General and adjunct instuctor, inspires students in leadership courses.

Sophomore mechanical engineering major Christopher Calvillo during AT&T Summer Bridge 2010 camp.

Hong Liu, professor and Charles and Jean Smith Chair in Biomedical Engineering in ECE, conducts research to decrease radiation and generate earlier cancer diagnoses.

Devon Energy Hall , designed to promote interdisciplinary collaboration.

Cutting-edge facilities

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Opportunity to studyabroad

Join Me

Alan ArmstrongCEO Williams Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, 1985

As chairman of the College of Engineering’s Board of Visitors and as CEO of Williams, I know firsthand the impact my degree has had on my career.

Giving back to my alma mater is a personal mission. It’s more than a way to give back - it’s a way to ensure we have well-qualified engineering graduates available

to build our future. Participating on a personal level has given me great confidence that our College of Engineering leadership team is a great steward of the resources we provide and of the tremendous impact these supplemental resources can have on delivering high-quality graduates into our workforce.

Professionally, I want to ensure that Oklahoma companies have outstanding engineering graduates to hire. And, it’s important that our graduates have long, successful careers because of their coursework and experiences at OU.

We share a degree from the College of Engineering. I hope you will consider joining me in becoming a member of the James H. Felgar Society.

J.H. Felgar Society CommitteeAlan Armstrong, Chair

CoE Board of VisitorsTulsa, OK

Dave BertOklahoma City, OK

Charlie BlackburnSarasota, FL

Carol BreglioColorado Springs, CO

Don GeisNorman, OK

Hemant GoradiaHouston, TX

Larry HareArlington, VA

Bob HughesAustin, TX

John KenneyOklahoma City, OK

Joe McEuenNorman, OK

Shane MerzHouston, TX

Bill ParkerFrisco, TX

Charles PerryMidland, TX

Ken PerryDallas, TX

Steve RaybournOklahoma City, OK

Bruce StoverOklahoma City, OK

Jeff WeberDallas, TX

Sam WilsonAustin, TX

You receive:

• an exclusive network of engineering graduates and friends

• recognition and membership certificate from OU President David L. Boren

• updates from Dean Tom Landers and other college leaders

• interaction with outstanding students including members of the Dean’s Leadership Council

• an invitation to the inaugural Felgar Society Engineers Week Gala, including crowning of E-Week King and Queen

• Recognition on the Felgar Society

Wall of Honor• invitations to special campus and regional events

Benefits of Membership

F ounder - establishes excellenceInvestment of $1Million or more

E ntrepreneur - fosters innovationInvestment of $100,000 annually for five years ($500,000)

L eader - leads by exampleInvestment of $25,000 annually for five years ($125,000)

G uardian - protecting the future Investment of $10,000 annually for five years ($50,000)

A dvocate - assists othersInvestment of $5,000 annually for five years ($25,000)

R ising Star - gives back Suggested for ages 40 and underInvestment of $2,500 annually for five years ($12,500)

Felgar Society Membership

Tom LandersDean and AT&T Chair

Membership is open to all alumni and friends of the College of Engineering who are actively contributing $5,000 annually for tive years or have made a one-time investment to the College of Engineering of at least $25,000. Previous

contributions to the college are credited toward membership requirements. Individuals making planned investments by will or trust may qualify for the J.H. Felgar Society, as well.

Make a Difference

Tomorrow’s engineers visit the ExxonMobil Lawrence G. Rawl Engineering Practice Facility where they meet current students, see team projects and are introduced to the many possibilities that a degree in engineering affords.

Join Us

Jill Q. HughesExecutive Director of Development

OU College of EngineeringOffice phone: (405) 325-5217

jillq@ou.edu

Brandon BrooksDevelopment Officer

OU College of EngineeringOffice phone: (405) 325-6971

bbrooks@ou.edu

Tricia TramelDirector of Annual Giving

OU College of EngineeringOffice phone: (405) 325-4211

tramel@ou.edu

For more information, contact:

or visit our website at www.ou.edu/coe