Mardi Gras Break. No Classes
2025-03-03 - 2025-03-09
Mardi Gras break. No classes. March 3-9, 2025

Classes Resume
2025-03-10 08:00 (America/Chicago)
Classes Resume.

Mid-term Exams
2025-03-10 08:00 - 2025-03-14 17:00
Mid-term examinations. Spring, 2025

Midterm Grades Due at Noon
2025-03-17
Midterm grades due at 12 p.m.

Academic Advising Begins, Student Withdrawn for Non-Attendance, Graduation Application Filing Begins
2025-03-21 08:00
Academic Advising for Summer 2025 and Academic Year 25-26 begins.
Students withdrawn for non-attendance.
Graduation application filing begins for Spring 2025 and Summer 2025 prospective graduates.

Career Exploration Session
2025-03-21 10:00 - 12:00
Disney on the Yard is dedicated to building a community for HBCU alumni working across The Walt Disney Company and providing meaningful opportunities for students. In partnership with HBCU’s around the country, we have strengthened our commitment to the development of internships, mentorship programs, and career growth opportunities for HBCU graduates and talent at all levels.

Grab your mouse ears and join us! We are excited to host the Disney on the Yard team on March 21, 2025.

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Senior Comprehensive Exams
2025-03-24 08:00 - 2025-03-29 17:00
Senior Comprehensive Exams – March 24-29, 2025

Honors Convocation
2025-03-27 11:00

Honor's Convocation
2025-03-27 11:00 - 13:30 | Lawless Chapel
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17th Annual Housing, Health & Community Resources Fair!
2025-03-29 10:00 - 16:30
Join us for the 17th Annual Housing, Health & Community Resources Fair at Dillard University! This year’s theme is “Improving Health Through Music”—don’t miss out on valuable resources, workshops, and live jazz!

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Location: Professional Schools Building, Dillard University
Address: 2601 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70122
Exhibit Hall: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Mid-day Jazz Session: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Event Highlights:

Free health screenings and HIV testing
Free credit reports and credit counseling
Health insurance assistance (Medicaid and Medicare)
Free smartphone/Android workshop
Free grant writing workshop
Guidance on certifying your business with the City of New Orleans
Affordable homeowner insurance info
Disaster risk and preparedness tips
Grants for first-time homebuyers
And much more for local artists!

This event is FREE and open to the public!

Giveaways available!
For more information, contact Nick Harris at 504.473.1141 or nharris@dillard.edu.
Come out, get informed, and enjoy great music—see you there!

Dillard University 17th Annual Housing, Health & Community Resources Fair
2025-03-29 10:00 - 16:30
Dillard University and the @@no_musicians_clinic invite you to the 17th Annual Housing, Health & Community Resources Fair on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
Free Exhibit Hall | Live Jazz Concert | Giveaways and More
10:00 AM–2:00 PM | Resources, Screenings, and Workshops
12:30 PM–4:30 PM | Mid-Day Jazz Concert featuring Sharon Martin, Nayda Cojoe, Kenneth Hagans Brass Band, and more
Location: Dillard University Professional Schools Building & Georges Auditorium
This event is free and open to the public.
Let’s build a healthier, more connected New Orleans—together.

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Registration Begins for Summer 2025 and Academic Year 2024-25
2025-04-01 08:00
Summer 2025 and Academic Year 2024-25 registration begins.

Last Day for Graduates to Withdraw with “W”, or officially Withdraw from DU
2025-04-02 08:00 - 17:00
Last day for graduating seniors to withdraw from course with a “W” grade or to officially withdraw from the University

Graduating Seniors Last Day - Last day for continuing students to withdraw from courses and the University with “W” grade.
2025-04-17
Last day for graduating seniors.
Last day for continuing students to withdraw from courses and the University with “W” grade.

5th Annual Lucile Levy Hutton Arts Festival
2025-04-17 19:00 - 21:30 | Cook Theater, Samuel DuBois Cook Fine Arts & Communications Complex
Honoring a Legacy of Music, Education, and Cultural Excellence with Special Guest PerformanceThursday, April 17, 2025 | 7:00 PMCook Theater, Dillard University Campus
Celebrate the legacy of Lucile Levy Hutton, a groundbreaking educator, musician, and advocate for Black arts education. This annual festival honors her enduring impact on New Orleans and uplifts the next generation of artists and musicians.
Presented by Dillard University’s Center for Racial Justice, the School of Social Science, Humanities, and Health Sciences, and the Physical Education Department.$10 entry for the public | Free for Dillard University StudentsDirector: Dr. Jana M. SmithFor more information, call (504) 816-4430
5th annual Lucile Levy Hutton Arts Festival Poster

Easter/Spring Break, No classes
2025-04-18 - 2025-04-21
Easter/Spring Break. No classes.

The Free People of Color Tignon Tea and Garden Party
2025-04-19
SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for an afternoon of elegance, culture, and history at the inaugural Free People of Color Tignon Tea & Garden Party, an annual fundraiser benefiting Dillard University’s Department of Humanities Curriculum Scholars.
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Visit the The Free People of Color Tignon Tea and Garden Party for details >>

Classes resume
2025-04-22 08:00
Classes resume after Easter/Spring Break – Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Course Experience Survey Assessment
2025-04-28 - 2025-05-01
Assessment of the course experience survey administered.

Graduating Seniors Must Satisfy Financial Obligations by 5 p.m.
2025-04-30 17:00
Graduating seniors must satisfy all financial obligations by 5:00 pm.

Graduating Seniors Grades Due, Graduating Seniors Service Hours Due, Life After Dillard Requirements Due
2025-05-01 17:00
Graduating senior grades due at 12:00 pm.
Graduating senior community service hours due in the University Chaplain office.
Life After Dillard requirements due in Career and Professional Development office for Spring 2025 degree conferral.

Last Class Day for Continuing Students, Last day to Withdraw wiith “WF” Grade
2025-05-02 08:00 - 17:00
Last day of classes for continuing students.
Last day to withdraw from courses and the university with “WF” grade.

Spring 2025 Community Service Hours Due
2025-05-07
Spring 2025 community service hours due in the University Chaplain’s office.

Residence Halls Close at Noon for Continuing Students
2025-05-09 12:00
Residence halls close at 12:00 pm for continuing students.

Reception for Awards Ceremony 5 p.m., Baccalaureate, 6 p.m.
2025-05-09 17:00
Reception for Awards Ceremony 5 p.m.
Baccalaureate, 6:00 pm, Lawless Chapel.

Kearny Dining Hall Closes
2025-05-10
Kearny Dining Hall closes.

Commencement Ceremony for Dillard University Class of 2025
2025-05-10 08:00

Residence Halls Close for Graduating Seniors at Noon
2025-05-10 12:00
Residence halls close for graduating seniors May 10, 2025 at 12 p.m.

Final Grades are Due for Continuing Students at Noon
2025-05-12 12:00
Final grades are due for continuing students at 12 p.m.

Faculty/Staff Recognition Ceremony
2025-05-13 08:00 - 17:00
Faculty/Staff Recognition Ceremony, May 13, 2025
