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Kadel Society
Overview
The Kadel Society was named for our founding president, William H. Kadel, in honor of the legacy he left to Eckerd College. This recognition society honors the outstanding group of friends who have made a provision for the College through their estate plans. These very special gifts help to ensure that future generations will benefit from the Eckerd College educational experience.
In appreciation, we honor members annually at The Kadel Society event, and we extend special invitations throughout the year for Society members to join us at other College programs at which members can visit with President Eastman, the faculty and staff of Eckerd College, guest speakers, and other Kadel Society members.
How to Join
The following types of commitments, confirmed in writing
and subject to certain restrictions, qualify you for membership in Kadel Society:
If you have already included Eckerd College in
a bequest or other planned gift, we hope you will let us know by filling
out the member profile form. Your willingness to be listed as a member
of Kadel Society encourages
others to follow your example. We acknowledge and respect those who wish
to remain anonymous, but we urge you to let us know of your plans on
a confidential basis in any case. It supports Eckerd College’s
planning for the future. Of course, if you have not yet included Eckerd College in
your plans and you would like to explore the best options for you and
your family, do not hesitate to contact us.
We would be glad to assist you on a confidential basis and without any
obligation.
WILLIAM H. KADEL
1913 - 1990
 In 1955, William Kadel, then pastor
at the First Presbyterian Church of
Orlando, participated in a brainstorming
meeting to discuss the possibility of a
church-related college in Florida.
Theirs would not be just another college,
but a distinguished liberal arts college
that would be a leader among higher
education institutions. Their desire to
be the best drew the attention of
the church, the community, prospective
faculty and students, and many in
academia. A campus was planned with
Florida’s natural beauty in mind.
In the summer of 1958, William Kadel accepted the call to
become the founding president of Florida Presbyterian College,
later named Eckerd College.
Kadel knew this new college would require a high degree of vision
and creativity and must capture the imagination. He believed if it
was worth doing at all, it was worth going first-class, committing
to top-tier faculty, an innovative curriculum, selectivity in
admissions to ensure superior students and facilities that would
foster this distinctive environment.
Kadel firmly believed that “where there is no vision, the people
perish.” He believed in what he was doing, he had a passion
for it and the ability to generate excitement and inspire others to
support that vision.
William Kadel made a tremendous impact on Eckerd College
as executive, administrator, counselor, and spiritual leader.
His legacy lives on in the life of the College today.
Judi Schraer
Director of Gift Planning
Eckerd College
4200 54th Avenue South
St. Petersburg, FL 33711
(727) 864-8229
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