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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Christopher Smith, Ph.D.
Principal

Dr. Christopher Smith was named principal in July 2021. Previously, he served as associate principal for nearly 10 years at the International Academy in Bloomfield Hills, which regularly ranks among the top public high schools in the country. He taught at Okemos High School from 2003 to 2012 and was head of the Social Studies Department. He earned his Bachelor degree from Michigan State University, his Master's degree at the University of Michigan School of Education, and his Doctorate at Michigan State University College of Education. 

Malcolm Teasdale, Ph.D., P '21
Assistant Principal, Jesuit Academy

Mr. Malcolm Teasdale returns to U of D Jesuit as Assistant Principal for the Jesuit Academy, bringing 25 years of educational experience, including 17 in Jesuit schools. He previously held this role from 2008 to 2021 and most recently served as Dean of Academic Support at Christ the King Jesuit Prep in Chicago. Mr. Teasdale holds degrees from Tuskegee University, Touro College, U of D Mercy, and Wayne State, and completed his doctorate in Interdisciplinary Leadership at Creighton University.