Dillard University’s Top 40 Under 40
This year, we proudly honor 40 outstanding young leaders under the age of 40 who are shaping the future through their professional excellence, community involvement, and commitment to service. The recognition doesn’t stop there! Each honoree has also accepted the 40 Under 40 Giving Challenge, raising or giving a minimum of $2,000 in support of Dillard University’s Alumni Fund to fuel scholarships, alumni initiatives, and programs that empower the next generation of leaders.
You can join an honoree in reaching their goal. Whether you give $40, $400, or $4,000, your contribution brings them one step closer to making a difference. Together, we can show the power of us and transform this recognition into real impact for our students and the institution.
GOAL METER
2025 Dillard University 40 Under 40
Psychologist
Support Alannia
Assistant Professor of History
Support Alexandria
Educator
Support Andre'
Author & Advocate
Support Angelique
Assistant Principal
Support Antonio
Electrical Engineering Patent Examiner
Support Ashley
Senior Manager of Digital Strategy
Support Astasia
Content Instructional Coach
Support Ayanna
Teacher & Coach
Support Byron
Educational Consultant
Support Chalon
Event Manager
Support Charlotte
Attorney
Support Chelsea
Homeland Security Liaison
Support Clarence
Licensed Life Insurance Broker, Entrepreneur & Graduate Student
Support Courtney
Information Technology Specialist
Support Crystal
Professor & Freelance Interpreter
Support Danicah
Registered Nurse & Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Support Erica
Registered Nurse & Assistant Professor
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Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Support Jerrilyn
Singer
Support Jessica
Vocal Music Educator
Support Jessica
Physician Assistant
Support Jewel
Archivist
Support John
Community Educator & Instructional Designer
Support Joy
Senior Director, A & R
Support Justin
Manager, Public Affairs
Support Leah
Director of Surgical Services
Support Lecia
Special Education Teacher
Support Lekisha
CEO & Founder
Support Lloynikka
Clinical Social Worker
Support Marcel
Assistant Teaching Professor
Support Mariana
Licensed Cosmetologist & Beauty Instructor
Support Megan
Sales Consultant, Event Promoter & Business Owner
Support Mike
Digital Director of Communications & Special Assistant to Mayor LaToya Cantrell
Support Raven
Education Leadership, Policy & Equity Strategy Consultant
Support Richard
Global Clinical Trial Leader
Support Sha'Kayla
Fifth Grade Social Studies Teacher
Support Shakia
Consultant, Crisis Stabilizer & Facilitator
Support Sharde'
Managing Editor
Support Shelby
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