Leadership Forged through Legacy Introducing our new Board President Lynda Geier Mules ’77 P’05’13

Tell us about your family legacy at MDSA.

My mother, class of 1948, passed along her love of Mount de Sales Academy. In fact, on my parents’ wedding day, they visited MDSA so the Visitation Nuns could see my mother in her wedding dress. There was never a doubt that her daughters would attend MDSA. She cherished her memories, lifetime friendships, and God-filled education and wanted the same experience for her family.

Three generations of our family, a total of 16 girls, have walked through the windows at graduation. We are truly a family of Sailors, sharing our love for MDSA, pride in our legacy, and Sailor Sisterhood

Thinking back to your time at MDSA, were there any programs or mentors that helped shape you as a leader?

There was not one moment that impacted my life, but the overall experience of MDSA, the love of the Visitation Sisters, the memories, lessons, and friendships, have all influenced who I am today. The MDSA experience is unique, founded in faith and community, fostering lifelong friendships and confident young women. I am grateful for the positive impact MDSA continues to have in my life.

As a student, what was a favorite MDSA tradition and why?

As an alumna, I am thrilled to see the addition of new traditions since I graduated. As a student, we looked forward to receiving our class rings. The class ring, which I still proudly wear today, symbolizes our love for MDSA, a strong school spirit, and the bond we share as Sailor Sisters.

What are your goals and aspirations for MDSA through your work with the Board of Trustees?

MDSA is proud of our dedicated past and current Trustees and their commitment to the school. So much has been accomplished, but we continue to focus on improving and moving forward while still preserving our traditions. This school year, we launched our new Strategic Plan, charting our course forward.

We will develop and implement a campus master plan using the Facilities Condition Assessment conducted last school year. Our finance and funding initiatives will expand our scholarships and financial aid while also continuing to prioritize our faculty and staff. We will continue to focus on the diversity and needs of our students, the affordability of tuition, our student population numbers, and our fundraising ability. The Board remains dedicated to maintaining the school’s vision and mission ensuring the continued growth and excellence of MDSA.

What is one thing you would like to ask of the MDSA community?

MDSA has thrived throughout our 171-year history because of the generosity and dedication of our community. Share your stories so we continue to attract young women looking for that MDSA experience. Continue your support of MDSA, and keep our students, faculty, and staff in your thoughts and prayers.