The University of Tulsa's Petroleum Engineering Department

Stuart graduated in 1984 from The University of Tulsa with a BS in Petroleum Engineering. After finishing his degree he joined Marathon Oil Company and worked in Yates Field as a production engineer. He has held reservoir engineering positions in Alaska, Oklahoma and Littleton, Colorado at Marathon’s Research Center. Over the last 10 years Stuart’s primary work focus has been production optimization and reservoir engineering analysis of tight gas reservoirs. Stuart is currently a Senior Technical Consultant working in Houston in Marathon’s Reservoir and Well Performance group.

He is an active member of SPE and has authored nine technical papers. He has been a member of the Petroleum Engineering Department’s Industry Advisory Board since 1995.

Stuart is married to Gayla since 1988 and they have three children, Joseph, Daniel and Carol.

Why did you choose TU?

I grew up in Owasso and was familiar with the university and its reputation in the field of Petroleum Engineering. I attended Tulsa Junior College for two year after graduating High School. I picked Tulsa University when I decided to become a Petroleum Engineer because if its reputation and the small school environment.

How do you think TU prepared you for your career?

I believe TU provided an excellent technical foundation for my career. The class work stressed practical application of engineering principles in solving both surface and subsurface problems.

Any fond memories you would like to share?

The Petroleum Department was a very large department when I was attending TU. I always appreciated the personal attention I received from my professors when I had a question. I made several life long friendships while at TU. I met Gayla while I was attending the university.