MND Alumnae

For 33 years, Ann Detmer has faithfully served the Mount Notre Dame community, welcoming generations of students and families with warmth, kindness, and unwavering dedication. We are excited to celebrate a lasting tribute to her impact: the establishment of the Ann Holtmeier Detmer Scholarship, created by her son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Ryan and Rachna Detmer, in honor of her 70th birthday. This endowed scholarship will help future young women experience the transformative opportunities of a MND all-girls catholic education.

Ann's connection to MND spans generations. She is the proud mother of Emily Detmer Elderworth '96 and Molly Detmer '00, sister of Beth Holtmeier Adams '78 and Jennifer Holtmeier McCullough '83, and grandmother of Anya Detmer '28.
Ann's legacy reminds us that one person's influence can inspire generations. Creating or supporting an endowed scholarship is a meaningful way to honor someone who has made a difference while investing in the future of MND students. To learn more, please contact MND Senior Development Officer Cheri Lehrter.

What an incredible weekend of reunions we had last week!

Things kicked off with the annual Summer Soiree. Thank you Charcuterie Creations and Bartender with a Smile for joining us. And a special Thank You to those from the Classes of '76, '96, and '06 for all of their time and dedication to help make these memories possible.

Here’s to more moments of joy and sisterhood!

Yesterday we celebrated the recipients of the 2026 St. Julie Billiart Catholic Leadership Award, honoring an alumna and graduating senior who embody a deep commitment to Jesus Christ through leadership, service, and faith in action.

Congratulations to Mrs. Rachael Meyer Laurin ’08 and Ava Moser ’26. 💙

Mrs. Rachael Meyer Laurin ’08 is a beautiful example of this year’s theme, Caritas - love in action. Rachael lives her faith through service and leadership within her parish community and through her support of local Catholic organizations. From capturing First Communion portraits to creating promotional materials for ministries serving others, she uses her gifts to highlight the beauty of faith and community. Through programs she created and leads, Rachael creates spaces where mothers can support and empower one another while remaining rooted in faith.

Rachael’s practice of Caritas extended further when she opened her home to host a visiting priest from Ghana who was attending a conference in Columbus, which led to a strong family bond.

At MND, Ava Moser ’26 has modeled what it means to walk with Christ in everyday life. Over the past three years, she has served as a leader in Worship Commission, helping plan Masses, prayer services, and school-wide liturgical initiatives with dedication and care. Ava has also served as a Morning Scripture Service leader, Kairos rector and leader, YPC leader, Eucharistic Minister, choir member, and active participant in Campus Ministry. In her parish community at Nativity, she has faithfully served for years as a server, Extraordinary Minister of Communion, and choir member. Whether at school, church, or in daily interactions, Ava reflects the love of Christ in all she does.

Congratulations, Rachael and (soon-to-be alumna) Ava, and thank you for being inspiring examples of faith-filled leadership in our community!