BOD/Leadership

Fr. Dan Dixon, S.J. '06
President

Fr. Dan Dixon, S.J. '06, became the school's 31st president in July 2026. A graduate of the Class of 2006, he is only the third alumnus in the school's nearly 150-year history to serve as president. A Jesuit priest, educator, pastor, and school leader, Fr. Dan holds degrees from the University of Notre Dame, Columbia Business School, and the Jesuit School of Theology. Before returning to his alma mater, he served as Parochial Vicar and Director of Faith Formation at Saint Mary Student Parish in Ann Arbor and held leadership and teaching roles at St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland. His family's longstanding connection to U of D Jesuit, including his father, brothers, and extended family, reflects a multigenerational commitment to the school's Catholic, Jesuit mission. As president, Fr. Dan is committed to strengthening that mission while advancing strategic growth, community engagement, and philanthropic support as the school enters its sesquicentennial celebration.

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Malcolm Teasdale, Ed.D., P '21
Interim Principal

Dr. Malcolm Teasdale P'21 was named Interim Principal on August 4. He brings more than 25 years of educational experience, including 17 in Jesuit schools. He returned to U of D Jesuit as Assistant Principal for the Jesuit Academy during the 2025-2026 school year. He previously held this role from 2008 to 2021.  Prior to his return to U of D Jesuit, he served as Dean of Academic Support at Christ the King Jesuit Prep in Chicago. He holds degrees from Tuskegee University, Touro College, U of D Mercy, and Wayne State, and last year completed his doctorate in Interdisciplinary Leadership at Creighton University.