Williams Makes Funding Pledge to Help Tulsa Universities Meet Demand for Jobs

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TULSA (AP) -- A $3 million infusion could help higher education in Tulsa stem the outward flow of new high-tech jobs to other cities.

Fred Harburg, a vice president and chief of learning at Williams Communications, told higher education regents Tuesday that the company pledged a $1 million matching grant to bolster high-tech education.

"We have the money to match you," state regents Chairman Leonard Eaton said.

Regents set aside $1 million earlier contingent on a private match and plan to use the money, said Maryanne Maletz, vice chancellor for budget and finance.

Oklahoma State University-Tulsa also outlined its plan Tuesday for an additional …