Among our nation’s universities, competition for outstanding faculty is intense. Endowed chairs and professorships are among the most important tools for recruiting and retaining the finest faculty. Our goal is to rebuild the faculty of committed and dedicated educators whose ranks were depleted by Hurricane Katrina.

Eminent scholar chairs allow Dillard to bring distinguished scholars to the university, creating for students and other faculty interactions that enrich the educational experience. Endowed professorships are among the most respected and sought-after positions in higher education. Income from the endowment contributes to their compensation and scholarly activities. By endowing an eminent scholar chair or a professorship, you can strengthen the Dillard Advantage and directly enhance teaching and learning on our campus.

New initiatives are being developed in environmental sciences, business, public policy and nursing. Selective graduate programs are being contemplated for implementation by 2015. The university intends to blaze new trails on a solid foundation anchored in academic excellence.