Dillard University

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
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Classes resume
2025-04-22 08:00 (America/Chicago)
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

Grade Audit for Spring Graduation; Students Notified
2025-05-16 08:00 - 17:00

Deeper Student Learning I: Pathway to Success in STEM
2025-05-16 08:00 - 2025-06-27 16:00
Deeper Student Learning I: Pathway to Success in STEM
Program Dates: May 16 – June 27, 2025
Application Deadline: May 16, 2025
FREE to incoming STEM majors
The Dillard University Deeper Student Learning I (DU-DSL) Program aims to smoothly transition incoming freshman from High School to Dillard University as a Stem major. The program is designed to increase student success by creating an environment for students that implements a holistic approach to learning. DSL I program is a residential summer bridge program designed to improve student achievement by identifying and implementing instructional strategies, which improve postsecondary learning and retention, resulting in completion of a degree in STEM field. DSL I Program will utilize strategies based on best practices in creating a learner-centered environment and assisting students in STEM programs.
DSL I students will engage in summer enrichment activities and a series of enrichment activities during the academic year. There will be a five-week summer DU-DSL I STEM Program for PRE-STEM students. DSL I’s goal is to boost students’ skills and confidence in biology, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, and physics courses. DSL I Program will be introducing courses that are experimental designs through authentic research in course-associated laboratories.

Deeper Student Learning II: Pathway to Success in STEM
2025-05-16 08:00 - 2025-06-27 16:00
Deeper Student Learning II: Pathway to Success in STEM
Program Dates: May 16 – June 27, 2025
Application Deadline: May 16, 2025
FREE to incoming STEM majors

The Dillard University Deeper Student Learning II (DU-DSL) Program is a residential summer bridge program designed to improve student achievement by identifying and implementing instructional strategies, which improve postsecondary learning and retention, resulting in completion of a degree in STEM field. DSL II Program will utilize strategies based on best practices in creating a learner-centered environment and assisting students in STEM programs.
STEM/DSL II students will engage in summer enrichment activities and a series of enrichment activities during the academic year. There will be a five-week summer DU-DSL II STEM Program for PRE-STEM students. The courses will introduce students to the fundamentals of each subject and students will receive 7 hours of college credit per course upon successful completion.

Check-In for New, Transfer, and Readmit Students, Kearny Hall Opens
2025-05-21 - 2025-05-22
Summer check-in for new, transfer, and readmit students. Residence halls open at 9 a.m. for new, transfer, and readmit students with fiscal, health, and academic clearance:
Health: Proof of immunization.
Academic: Paperwork completed for academic sanctions.
Fiscal: Payment of Summer 2025 tuition, fees, room and board.

Kearny Dining Hall opens.

Last Day to Admit Students, Residence Hall Opens, Last Day to Satisfy Payments, Web Registration Ends 5 p.m.
2025-05-22 08:00 - 17:00
Last day to admit students for Summer 2025.
Residence halls open at 9 a.m. for continuing students with fiscal, health, and academic clearance.
Last day for students to satisfy payment of summer tuition.
Web registration (via myDU) ends at 5 p.m..

Memorial Day Holiday - Campus Closed
2025-05-26
Memorial Day holiday, campus closed, no classes May 26, 2025

Summer 2025 Classes Begin, Late Registration Begins, Late Registration Fee for New and Continuing Students
2025-05-27 08:00
Classes begin.
Late registration begins (via myDU).
Late registration fee assessed for new and continuing students.

Official Attendance Rosters Administered by Faculty in Class
2025-05-30 08:00 - 17:00
Official attendance rosters administered by faculty in class, Summer 2025

Honoring the Nineteen
2025-05-31 09:00 | Lawless Chapel
Dillard University invites you to a historic memorial and jazz funeral honoring 19 African Americans whose remains were wrongfully taken from New Orleans in the late 1800s and sent to the University of Leipzig in Germany for racially-biased scientific research.
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Viewing: 9 a.m | Service: 11 a.m.
Lawless Memorial Chapel, Dillard University
2601 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70122
Press Conference Livestream >>
Event Live Stream >>
More Information >>
This moment offers an opportunity to honor the memory of Adam Grant, Isaak Bell, Hiram Smith, William Pierson, Henry Williams, John Brown, Hiram Malone, William Roberts, Alice Brown, Prescilla Hatchet, Marie Louise, Mahala, Samuel Prince, John Tolman, Henry Allen, Moses Willis, and Henry Anderson, and two unknown individuals-and to lay them to rest with the respect and ceremony they were long denied.
Watch Livestream Here >>

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Official Attendance Rosters Due, Enrollment census
2025-06-02 08:00 - 17:00
Summer 2025 official attendance rosters are due in the Records and Registration office.
Enrollment census.

Last Day to Drop a Course Without Receiving a “W” on the Transcript, Summer 2025
2025-06-04 08:00 - 17:00
Last day to drop a course without receiving a “W” on the transcript – Summer 2025

Dillard University is proud to serve as a Second Chance Partner for the Pelicans’ Second Chances Summit on Friday, June 6, 2025
2025-06-06
We’re honored to stand alongside community leaders, advocates, and changemakers for this impactful initiative focused on helping individuals with records overcome barriers and rebuild their lives. The summit will offer vital resources, support services, and access to opportunities that empower people to move forward.
Friday, June 6, 2025
Smoothie King Center
10 a.m – 12:30 p.m. | Mainstage Conversations
12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Community & Employment Resources (Open to the Public) | Expungment Clinic (RSVP Required)
We encourage our campus community to support this important work and join in lifting up the power of redemption, restoration, and second chances.

Young Scholars Environmental Camp
2025-06-09 08:00 - 2025-07-11 16:00
Young Scholars Environmental Camp
Program Dates: June 9 – July 11, 2025
Application Deadline: June 4, 2025

Whether it is learning a new and exciting skill, exploring outdoors, or preparing for the upcoming academic year, Dillard has a program for all ages and interests. At Dillard University, our summer program offers every participant an enjoyable and enriching summer experience in a physically safe, emotionally supportive and fun-filled environment. During this 5 weeks enrichment program, our commitment is to nurture character development in our campus through the four core values of the Young Scholars Environmental Camp (YSEC): Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
Our commitment to nurturing the potential of children and teens, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility comes alive at Young Scholars Environmental Camp. Whether it is learning about plants, pollution, various ecosystems, landscaping or wetlands etc., students can change the world and join the global conservation effort through our program.
The Young Scholar Environmental Camp is designed to meet the unique needs and interests of children and youth. Young campers will participate in their favorite sports promoting health and the development of important social skills. Explore environmental interests that could lead to rewarding careers. Getting an early taste of college life and the value of academic achievement; engage in dynamic; hands-on learning experiences that enable growth and success; be involved with environmental demonstrations by guest speakers; participate in environmental science field trips; meet peers with similar interests and build new friendships and have fun and create memories to last a lifetime.
Grade Level: 1st grade – 6th grade
Program Dates: June 9 – July 11 2025
Program Time: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $450.00
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Contact:
Dr. Ruby Broadway- Program Director (504) 816-4725 or rbroadway@dillard.edu
Mrs. Pauline Nguyen – Program Administrator (504) 816-4539 or pnguyen@dillard.edu
Ms. Thu Nguyen – Program Administrator (504) 816-4471 or tnguyen@dillard.edu
APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 4, 2025

Pre-Freshman Engineering Summer Program
2025-06-09 08:00 - 2025-07-11 17:00
Pre-Freshman Engineering Summer Program
Program Dates: June 9 – July 11, 2025
Application Deadline: June 4, 2025

The aim of the program is to strengthen skills in the science, mathematics, computer science and introduce engineering for middle and high school students, as well as sharpen individual communication and critical thinking skills. Participants will be introduced to courses in mathematics, general biology/chemistry, English, and computer science. Throughout the five-week summer program, students will participate in scientific demonstrations and experimentations, mathematical reasoning, computer science training, science and engineering fairs; as well exposure to various fields of science and engineering trips.
Program Dates: June 9 – July 11, 2025
Program Time: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Grade Level: 7th through 10th
Cost: $ 450
For further information contact:
Dr. Ruby Broadway – Program Director (504) 816-4725 or rbroadway@dillard.edu
Mrs. Pauline Nguyen – Program Administrator (504) 861-4539 or pnguyen@dillard.edu
Ms. Thu Nguyen – Program Administrator (504) 861-4471 or tnguyen@dillard.edu
Download Application >>>
Payment Link >>>
APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 4, 2024

Last Withdraw Day from Courses with “W” Grades or Officially Withdraw from the University Summer 2025
2025-06-18 08:00 - 17:00
Last day to withdraw from courses with “W” grades or officially withdraw from the University, Summer 2025

Last Withdraw Day from Course(s) and the University with “WF” Grade, Last Day of Classes, Summer 2025
2025-06-24 08:00 - 17:00
Last day to withdraw from course(s) and the university with “WF” grade.
Last day of classes, Summer 2025
