What does Dillard University do?

Dillard University is a private, historically Black liberal arts institution located in New Orleans' Gentilly neighborhood. Founded in 1935, it emerged from the merger of Straight College and New Orleans University, making it Louisiana's oldest HBCU. The university emphasizes a liberal arts education, inspired by W.E.B. Du Bois, and promotes individual development and racial harmony. Dillard is affiliated with the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist Church. The university offers baccalaureate degrees in various liberal arts fields, with a strong focus on teacher training and nursing. Dillard's nursing program was the first accredited in Louisiana. The campus features Neoclassical architecture and hosts summer programs, athletic camps, and conferences. Dillard's alumni have attended prestigious graduate schools, reflecting the university's commitment to student success. The school's mascot is the Bleu Devils, and it competes in the NAIA.