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Dillard University Band: Bringing the Rhythm Back
We are excited to announce the return of the Dillard University band! After a hiatus, the university is

Dillard University Shines at the 36th Annual UNCF Walk for Education
A wave of enthusiasm swept through the streets of New Orleans as Dillard University faculty, staff, students, and

Empowering Change: Dillard University Day of Giving ’23
Dillard University, a historic Black institution with a legacy spanning over 150 years, is gearing up for a

Dillard Alumna Inspires at Founders’ Day Convocation
Dillard University was honored to welcome Jennifer Kopylov ’04 as the keynote speaker for the Founders’ Day Convocation.

The Soul of DU Family Weekend: A Student’s Perspective
By: Anthony Dillon ‘27 The spirit of unity, pride, support, openness, transparency, and the soul of our vibrant

Dillard University President to Urge End Antisemitism and Hate
NEW ORLEANS – On Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Dr. Rochelle L.

Dillard Alum Class of 1992 Judge Orelia E. Merchant to Serve as Ortique Lecture Speaker
NEW ORLEANS —Judge Orelia E. Merchant ’92 will serve as the speaker for the annual Justice Revius O.

Dillard Welcomes the Class of 2027
The start of the fall semester began when Dillard University welcomed the class of 2027 to The Oaks

Dillard announces the New 2023-2024 Endowed Professorships and Chairs
This is one of the highest honors a faculty member can achieve, as it

President Statement on the events in Israel and Gaza
End Hatred. My heart pours out to Israel and the Jewish community here in America, who are experiencing