As the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation celebrates 50 years of advancing STEM education and developing the next generation of engineers, we are revisiting the companies that helped make that mission possible. Among the early supporters was ONG.
As the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation celebrates 50 years of advancing STEM education and developing the next generation of engineers, we are revisiting the companies that helped make that mission possible.
Among those early supporters was Oklahoma Natural Gas (ONG), one of Oklahoma’s oldest and most recognizable utility companies.
Founded in 1906, Oklahoma Natural Gas has served Oklahoma communities for more than a century, providing natural gas service to homes, businesses, schools, and industries across the state. Today, the company serves more than 900,000 customers and remains a critical part of Oklahoma’s energy infrastructure.
When the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation was established in 1976 by leaders of the engineering profession, support from companies such as Oklahoma Natural Gas helped create a foundation for programs that would inspire students to pursue careers in engineering, mathematics, and technology.
That commitment to education and workforce development continues to align with ONG’s mission today. Modern utility companies depend on engineers in nearly every aspect of their operations, including pipeline design, infrastructure maintenance, system reliability, safety, environmental compliance, and emerging technologies.
Over the decades, Oklahoma Natural Gas has invested in communities throughout the state through charitable giving, volunteerism, educational initiatives, and workforce development efforts. The company’s support has helped strengthen opportunities for students while contributing to Oklahoma’s economic growth.
As OEF enters its next 50 years, the need for engineers remains as important as ever. From energy production and infrastructure to aerospace and advanced manufacturing, Oklahoma employers depend on a strong pipeline of STEM talent.
We are grateful to Oklahoma Natural Gas for its historical support of the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation and its longstanding commitment to building stronger communities across Oklahoma.
This story is part of OEF’s 50 Stories for 50 Years series, highlighting the people, companies, and organizations that have helped shape the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation since its founding in 1976.
As the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation celebrates 50 years of advancing STEM education and developing the next generation of engineers, we are revisiting the companies that helped make that mission possible.
Among those early supporters was Oklahoma Natural Gas (ONG), one of Oklahoma’s oldest and most recognizable utility companies.
Founded in 1906, Oklahoma Natural Gas has served Oklahoma communities for more than a century, providing natural gas service to homes, businesses, schools, and industries across the state. Today, the company serves more than 900,000 customers and remains a critical part of Oklahoma’s energy infrastructure.
When the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation was established in 1976 by leaders of the engineering profession, support from companies such as Oklahoma Natural Gas helped create a foundation for programs that would inspire students to pursue careers in engineering, mathematics, and technology.
That commitment to education and workforce development continues to align with ONG’s mission today. Modern utility companies depend on engineers in nearly every aspect of their operations, including pipeline design, infrastructure maintenance, system reliability, safety, environmental compliance, and emerging technologies.
Over the decades, Oklahoma Natural Gas has invested in communities throughout the state through charitable giving, volunteerism, educational initiatives, and workforce development efforts. The company’s support has helped strengthen opportunities for students while contributing to Oklahoma’s economic growth.
As OEF enters its next 50 years, the need for engineers remains as important as ever. From energy production and infrastructure to aerospace and advanced manufacturing, Oklahoma employers depend on a strong pipeline of STEM talent.
We are grateful to Oklahoma Natural Gas for its historical support of the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation and its longstanding commitment to building stronger communities across Oklahoma.
This story is part of OEF’s 50 Stories for 50 Years series, highlighting the people, companies, and organizations that have helped shape the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation since its founding in 1976.