A Symbolic Gift

Passionate about education, Dr. Edward Pruden Jr., always wanted to be a teacher. He chose the University of Richmond, his father’s alma mater, as the first step toward achieving his goal.

Ed graduated in 1972 with a Political Science degree, followed two years later by a master’s in Education from UR. He later earned his doctorate from the College of William & Mary. He fulfilled his dream of becoming a high school government teacher before moving into leadership roles as principal and superintendent, working in public education for nearly five decades.

Throughout the years, Ed has remained a devoted Spider. He and his wife, Peggy, are annual donors, and Ed recently completed a two-year term as president of the UR Alumni Association Board of Directors. In addition, the couple has three children — two are Spiders and one is married to a Spider.

While finalizing their estate plans, Ed and Peggy decided to honor their family’s Richmond legacy and commitment to education by including the University in their will. “It’s a way to say thank you for all the school has given our family,” Ed said.

Ed and Peggy’s unrestricted planned gift will one day support the University’s greatest needs while celebrating their family’s deep appreciation for Richmond. “It will symbolize our lasting connection to the Spider community,” Ed said. “It’s been a wonderful adventure of a lifetime.”

The Prudens are proud members of Charter Associates, UR’s legacy giving circle. Learn more about making a planned gift.