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Describe your Moravian connection and a meaningful moment you experienced.

The most meaningful moment during the four years, was the night I met the person who is now my wife of 56 years (and counting) at the freshman dance in September 1965. —Jim

Lifelong active Moravian, my home church growing up was Tremont Terrace Moravian Church, located in the Bronx, New York. I know many Moravian College and Seminary graduates. —Alma

Why is Moravian important to you?

Moravian gave me a solid foundation in my history major and an opportunity to be involved in a variety of campus activities, which included leadership positions in the student council and my fraternity. Also, because I received a 50% tuition scholarship for the four years, I felt I was making a significant contribution to the overall cost of attending college so that my parents did not have to bear the entire burden. —Jim

Moravian University has a strong historical connection to the Moravian Church and reflects the fundamental beliefs of the church, such as unity, equality, love of music, and education. —Alma

What type of legacy do you hope to leave at Moravian? How would you like to be remembered?

I would like to be remembered as a student who did not forget the benefits provided by Moravian and who was fortunate enough to be able to contribute financially to Moravian in order to help current students. —Jim

I hope to be able to continue to lend financial support to future graduates of Moravian University. —Alma

What interested you in establishing a legacy-giving vehicle with Moravian and why?

We initially had included a bequeathment to Moravian in our wills, but then it was brought to our attention we could pursue the alternative of a legacy-giving vehicle, which was a better win-win. We could give a greater amount, which Moravian could lock in on and would give us income during the interim.

What is the most important work that Moravian does?

Moravian provides a quality education and life experience so students can make a positive contribution to society after graduation, as well as achieve their own personal goals.

What would you say to other supporters interested in exploring non-traditional ways to support students at Moravian?

We would say investigate all alternatives and seek advice from financial experts who can explain the details of each alternative, which seems attractive to your particular situation.

When you give back to Moravian, where do you choose to direct your support and why?

We elected to have our gift directed to general purposes so that the university can determine the most productive manner to utilize the funds.

Please share an inspiring message with the Moravian University community.

As a Moravian student, you should study hard, make friends for life, take advantage of the knowledge of your professors, and be as aggressive as possible in setting the goals for your post-graduation life.

Learn how YOU can leave your legacy with Moravian, plus tax-savvy ways to support our students, at moravian.edu/legacygiving or contact us!