Ron Herzog P’14 Commits $50,000 to Advance Science at the Mount | Articles Ron Herzog P’14 Commits $50,000 to Advance Science at the Mount Ron Herzog P’14 Commits $50,000 to Advance Science at the Mount February 2026 Ron Herzog P’14 has made a transformative $50,000 gift to strengthen Mount St. Dominic Academy’s science curriculum—revitalizing Physics, introducing Microbiology, and expanding hands-on STEM opportunities to empower young women for future careers in engineering, medicine, and scientific research. Ron Herzog P’14 has committed a transformative $50,000 gift to advance the Mount’s Science curriculum, delivering immediate impact while paving the way for long-term growth. This investment represents an important step in the Mount’s ongoing effort to strengthen STEM education for young women and expand opportunities for hands-on scientific inquiry. His commitment is intentionally structured to help revitalize the Physics program at the Mount, through which every student will develop the analytical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and mathematical fluency essential to scientific literacy and engineering pathways. The gift will also introduce Microbiology into our curriculum, which will offer students the experience of hands-on, inquiry-based study at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and real-world application. “Ron’s generosity will have a lasting impact on our students,” said Head of School Juliette Picciano. “His investment strengthens the rigor of our science program while expanding opportunities for our young women to explore scientific discovery with confidence, curiosity, and ambition.” Mr. Herzog served on the board of Mount St. Dominic Academy from 2013 to 2016.  He spent nearly four decades as a finance executive in the aerospace and defense industry supporting complex engineering and technology initiatives. He shared that his daughter Veronica’s experience at the Mount is what laid the foundation for her career in engineering. “It warms my heart to play a role in supporting the young women of the Mount; even though 12 years have passed since my daughter graduated, I see the impact the Mount has made in Veronica’s life and still feel like part of the family,” shared Mr. Herzog. “To make an impact that will benefit all students—present and future—is deeply rewarding, and I hope that our investment in the students of the Mount will be a catalyst for other parents and alumnae to direct their philanthropy toward the Mount.” By strengthening the Mount’s science curriculum, this investment will expand opportunities for young women to pursue advanced study and careers in fields where they remain underrepresented, including engineering, biotechnology, medicine, and scientific research. This initiative will ensure that Mount students graduate not only with strong academic preparation, but also with the confidence and curiosity to contribute meaningfully to the scientific community. Mount St. Dominic Academy hopes that Mr. Herzog’s leadership and impact will inspire other members of the Mount community to invest in expanding opportunities for the next generation of young women in science. Above: Members of the MSDA Class of 2014 incl uding Veronica Herzog Mondo (second from left), gathered together in front of the Motherhouse for "buddy day" photos during their senior year. Academics Donations Hompage news In the News News alumnae parents Return to All News Page