March 28, 2003

Oil Tycoon Pledges Millions to Okla. State

By WELCH SUGGS

One of Texas's best-known oil tycoons has announced that he will give $55-million to Oklahoma State University, his alma mater. The donations from T. Boone Pickens Jr. will be used mostly to refurbish the football team's facilities and to support academic scholarships. The gift, to be made in several stages, is the university's largest from a single donor.

Mr. Pickens will establish a $20-million trust to underwrite construction costs at Lewis Field. The overall $86-million project

Digital or Print Subscription

Web Pass

Already have an account? Log In Now.