The Deep South Center for Environmental Justice Hosts Symposium to Examine Katrina Recovery in Gulf Coast May 14, 2008
NEW ORLEANS, May 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Who: The Deep South Center for Environmental Justice at Dillard University What: Race, Place and the Environment after Katrina: Reclaiming, Rebuilding, Revitalizing Where: JW Marriott Hotel, 614 Canal St., New Orleans When: May 15 - 17, 2008 The Deep South Center for Environmental Justice will host a four-day symposium that will examine how the Gulf Coast is progressing post-Hurricane Katrina and discuss ways in which to keep moving forward to total recovery... (PR Newswire)
Dillard drive to raise $70 million revs up May 12, 2008
Dillard University has launched the public phase of its $70 million "Advantage Dillard!" capital campaign. The drive's goals include enhancing the university's endowment and scholarship fund and strengthening the school's general support program, said Walter Strong, Dillard's executive vice president. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Dillard to build health clinic May 5, 2008
As part of its commitment to revitalize its neighborhood, Dillard University is about to erect a $15 million student union building that will include a health clinic for the Gentilly community. Ground will be broken Friday on the three-story structure, which is scheduled to open in 2010. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Historic Run: The Lady 'Pack surged into the national tournament, winning its first two games before dropping the third Apr 4, 2008
" March 21 the 'Pack upset the No. 3-ranked Point Loma Nazarene 71-64. The women led the entire game as Schork tied her season high with seven three-pointers, making her point total 21. Not only was this victory against the highest-ranked club Loyola has beaten in the program's history, but it also led the women into the Elite Eight quarterfinals; a feat last conquered in the conference by Dillard University in 1988. But in the battle to make it into the semi-finals, Loyola fell to Trevecca... (The Maroon, LA)
Instant College Admission Mar 30, 2008
Dillard University in New Orleans. Bowie State University in Maryland. (Suite101.com)
Discuss climate change, social justice Mar 29, 2008
Guest speakers are Dr. Beverly Wright, professor of sociology at Dillard University and founding director of the Deep South Center for Environmental Justice, and Ted Glick, coordinator of the U.S. Climate Emergency Council and co-founder of the Climate Crisis Coalition. Sponsoring organizations include Peace and Justice Studies; Center for Interdisciplinary Studies; Women s Studies; the LGBT, Africana, International, Asian American, and Women s Centers; Office of Institutional Diversity; Arts... (Somerville Journal, MA)
CU-ICAR Partners With First Asian OEM: Mazda Mar 20, 2008
These include scholarship programs at Dillard University and University of North Carolina at Pembroke as well as a scholarship program funded through the Hispanic Scholarship Fund. CU-ICAR is a new model for economic development in South Carolina, matching Clemson's strengths in automotive engineering with the state's strong automotive economic cluster. (PR Newswire)
Egypt bars Hamas leaders Feb 9, 2008
Former President Bill Clinton speaks at Dillard University in New Orleans during a campaign rally for his wife, Democratic presidential hopeful, Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, (D-NY), February 8, 2008. (United Press International)
Clinton: Storm recovery will be a top priority Feb 9, 2008
Hillary Rodham Clinton strongly supported Gulf Coast recovery efforts, and if elected, she would make rebuilding a central plank of her domestic agenda, former President Clinton told a crowd at Dillard University on Friday. Speaking as his wife's surrogate on the morning before the state's primary, Clinton said no member of Congress outside the Louisiana delegation has done more to help the state recover from the 2005 hurricanes than Hillary Clinton, who represents New York and is in a tough... (Nola.com -- Sports)
More of this story Feb 9, 2008
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton made an unexpected stop in LaPlace on Friday morning, pulling into Bully s Halfway House on Highway 51, as a quick stop between a speaking engagement earlier in the morning at Dillard University, and campaign stops later in Baton Rouge and Lake Charles, as he stumped for Hillary Clinton, and the upcoming Louisiana primary vote this Saturday. Clinton s stop in LaPlace was at the request of local attorney Danny Becnel, who has led the fundraising in Louisiana for... (L Observateur, LA)
College Goal Sunday Feb 7, 2008
Beauregard Daily News. Thursday, February 07, 2008. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Zulu king carries city's lore, legends in his heart Feb 5, 2008
He graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and attended Dillard University before earning a degree in accounting from Loyola. No matter where he sleeps at night, he said, he is a New Orleanian, and loyal to the city's traditions. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Weekly Fashion Podcast: Feb 2, 2008
Just five days and one game after breaking the Loyola scoring record with 37 points against Spring Hill, Trenese Smith did it again, scoring 39 points in a 96-57 win against Dillard University. . (The Maroon, LA)
Love dot com? Feb 1, 2008
Established 1923 For a Greater Loyola. Issue date: 2/1/08 Section. (The Maroon, LA)
Guest List for the First Lady's Box at the 2008 State of the Union Jan 29, 2008
Mr. Mayfield founded the Institute of Jazz Culture at Dillard University, and he leads his own band, the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, a non-profit institution which focuses on jazz performances and education. In September 2003, Mr. Mayfield was unanimously appointed cultural ambassador for the City of New Orleans by the United States Congress. (White House News Releases)
Complete Sports Index Jan 27, 2008
Just five days and one game after breaking the Loyola scoring record with 37 points against Spring Hill, Trenese Smith did it again, scoring 39 points in a 96-57 win against Dillard University ... Just five days and one game after breaking the Loyola scoring record with 37 points against Spring Hill, Trenese Smith did it again, scoring 39 points in a 96-57 win against Dillard University. (The Maroon, LA)
Quick-Moving Blood Infection Kills College Student, 22 Jan 24, 2008
NEW ORLEANS A 22-year-old Dillard University student died Friday as the result of a rare blood infection that strikes quickly and can cause death within two days, the Times-Picayune newspaper reports. Dillard spokeswoman Karen Celestan said she could not release the name of the student, citing the family's request for privacy. (Fox News)
Dillard student dies of meningitis Jan 23, 2008
A Dillard University student died Friday from meningitis, according to university officials, who said that current students would be offered free vaccinations Wednesday if they would like them ... to make sure that we are knowledgeable," said Paula Hammond, Office of Development, Dillard University. Some students interviewed by Eyewitness News said that vaccinations were required on campus, so they were not too concerned that the illness would spread. According to the Department of Health and... (WWLTV.com, LA)
Conference Showdown: Men Jan 11, 2008
William Carey lost to Mobile University by eight points and defeated Dillard University by seven in their two conference games so far. Loyola plays its first conference road game against Spring Hill on Saturday at 7 p.m. The Badgers rank fourth in the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference in offensive scoring and lost to Xavier University and defeated Dillard - both low-scoring games. (The Maroon, LA)
Tulane to study 'Katrina cough' Jan 7, 2008
Free training designed to help people clean up and rebuild after Hurricane Katrina's devastation will start Jan. 22 at Dillard University. Classes will be held from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. each weekday through March 29. (Nola.com -- Sports)
MSU returns to Burton Coliseum to take on Dillard University Dec 4, 2007
LAKE CHARLES--McNeese State's Cowboys return to Burton Coliseum Tuesday night, hosting Dillard University in a non-conference basketball game beginning at 7 p.m.. It will be only the third game at home for the Cowboys this. (Sulphur Southwest Daily News, LA)
Contractor forum set today at Dillard Dec 3, 2007
A free forum for contractors will be held today at 6 p.m. in the Stern Hall Amphitheater at Dillard University. Although it is designed for contractors, featuring topics such as accounting, record-keeping and getting a contractor's license, it will be open to the public. (Nola.com -- Sports)
On the Front Lines Of Climate Change Nov 18, 2007
"We have to fight for New Orleans," says Beverly Wright, director of the Deep South Center for Environmental Justice at Dillard University. (Her house took on 8 ft. of water after Katrina. (Time.com)
Julia Bond - Mother Of Julian Bond - Passes At 99 Nov 14, 2007
Dr. Bond became the first dean at Dillard University, and in 1942, he was appointed president of Georgia's Fort Valley State College for Negroes. In 1945, he became president of his alma mater, Pennsylvania's Lincoln University. (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Calm returns yet fires still rage Oct 29, 2007
Everyone here really feels bad for the people in California because we've already been through it, said Robert Collins, a professor of urban studies at Dillard University in New Orleans. This is another catastrophe, and that crosses race and class lines. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
UNCF Applauds US News & World Report HBCU Rankings Oct 1, 2007
Two, Xavier University (ranked 8th) and Dillard University (9th) are located in New Orleans and were forced to close temporarily by Hurricane Katrina. UNCF member Tougaloo College (20th) located outside Jackson, Miss. (PR Newswire)
Full Story from The Daily Reveille Aug 30, 2007
Dillard University, which is located in the heavily-devastated Gentilly area of New Orleans, seemed far down the list of schools to successfully recover after nearly every building on its campus flooded during the hurricane. The Hilton New Orleans Riverside was the university's temporary classroom and administrative home during its recovery process. (U-Wire.com)
'A Day Of Presence' in Support Of Gulf Coast Recovery: We Matter, We Care, We Act Aug 2, 2007
Discussions, health and wellness sessions and workshops will be held, including the Gulf Coast Collaborative Recovery al's Public Policy Forum at Dillard University and Black Women's Roundtable Wellness Journey and dinner recognizing women volunteers from the Gulf Coast, who have made a significant impact on rebuilding efforts. Those unable to travel to New Orleans are being urged to participate by contacting their national and state representatives to demand the immediate restoration and... (PR Newswire)
Rhetaugh Dumas, at 78, first black deputy at NIMH Jul 28, 2007
She graduated from Dillard University in New Orleans in 1951 with a degree in nursing and took a job as a substitute teacher, combining it with her skills as a nurse. Six years later, she became an instructor at her alma mater. (Boston Globe)
Williams says church showed me that God had plans for me Jul 14, 2007
A native of New Orleans, Williams attended Dillard University, where she says she struggled. In the summer of 1995, Williams joined the Salvation Army and went on a mission trip to Jamaica for a short time before coming back to the States. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Obama, Clinton bring presidential campaigns to Essence Festival Jul 6, 2007
Clinton also addressed the mayors' group and later that month delivered the keynote address to graduates of Dillard University. On Thursday, Obama urged spectators to help him change the course of American history by addressing the social ills brought to light during Hurricane Katrina. (WWLTV.com, LA)
The Coca-Cola Foundation Announces $200,000 Grant to Louisiana's Historically Black Colleges and Universities Jul 6, 2007
Dillard University, Grambling State University, Southern University System Foundation and Xavier University of Louisiana To Receive Scholarship Funds for Students Impacted by Hurricane Katrina ... Ten students from each of the HBCUs selected - Dillard University, Grambling State University, Southern University System Foundation and Xavier University of Louisiana - will receive $5,000 to further their education. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Whittington To Join Marist Women's Basketball Staff Jul 3, 2007
Whittington is a 1989 graduate of Dillard University in New Orleans, earning a B.A. in Health cal Education. She received her M.A. in Physical Education from Delaware in 1993. (Goredfoxes.com)
Controversy no stranger to Jefferson, family Jun 8, 2007
Taken together, the family's dealings seem to have formed something of a chain, said Gary Clark, political science professor at Dillard University in New Orleans. "In hindsight, those appear to have been very, very big red flags," said Clark. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Presidential Inspirations Jun 5, 2007
Hillary Rodham Clinton D-N.Y.,shields her eyes from the sun during the commencement at Dillard University in New Orleans Saturday, May 19, 2007. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon). (Townhall.com)
Flexibility is key to finding affordable universities May 23, 2007
Hillary Rodham Clinton D-N.Y., looks at a copy of her book being presented to her for her autograph during the commencement ceremony at Dillard University in New Orleans Saturday, May 19, 2007. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon). (Townhall.com)
Awards to be given for Bunk Fest honorees May 22, 2007
His long and successful teaching career includes terms as professor of theater at Grambling University, Hampton University, Mississippi Valley State University and Dillard University. He is the current adjunct professor of theater at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Edmonds said. (New Iberia, LA)
Quick Guide and Transcript May 22, 2007
Senator Hillary Clinton addressed the graduating class at Dillard University in New Orleans on the subject of New Orleans and Hurricane Katrina. CLINTON: We still don't have a reliable hurricane protection system. (CNN -- Education)
Controversial ally aids Clinton's bid May 22, 2007
" Lee was a host committee member for a fundraiser in New Orleans Friday night for Clinton's presidential campaign. The event, which the New York senator attended, was closed to the news media. A Clinton campaign spokeswoman declined to comment on Clinton's views of Lee's actions in 2005 or on his fundraising support. Phone messages left for Lee were not returned. Clinton is competing for African American support with other rivals for the Democratic nomination, particularly Sen. Barack Obama of... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Sen. Clinton mum on accusations against Louisiana sheriff May 21, 2007
May 20, 2007 NEW ORLEANS - Hillary Rodham Clinton drew cheers when she criticized the Bush administration's response to Hurricane Katrina during a commencement address yesterday at historically black Dillard University, but slipped away without responding to reporters questioning her ties to a Louisiana sheriff. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Harry Lee, who served on the host committee of a Clinton fundraiser Friday in New Orleans, had been accused of racial bias for barring New Orleans residents from... (Newsday -- Politics)
Romney's immigration stance pleases South Carolina Republicans May 20, 2007
Clinton, who proposed a Gulf Coast Recovery Agenda during a stop here Friday, unveiled more details of that plan during a commencement speech yesterday at Dillard University, where she spoke before several thousand African-Americans. She proposed a corps of workers to complete high-priority projects; the program would also provide financial incentives to teachers, doctors, and other professionals who are in demand in the region. (Boston Globe)
In boardroom, Hillary Clinton pushed for women May 20, 2007
Senator Hillary Clinton, who received an honorary degree yesterday at Dillard University in New Orleans, rarely discusses her Wal-Mart tenure. (ALEX BRANDON/ASSOCIATED PRESS). (Boston Globe)
Clinton tells graduates: Rebuilding N.O. an 'American obligation' May 20, 2007
Hillary Rodham Clinton (D - New York) speaks during the commencement at Dillard University. "If talk, bureaucracy and promises were enough, we would've rebuilt New Orleans three times over by now," the Democratic president candidate told graduates at Dillard University, the historically black school devastated by the storm in August 2005. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Clinton: Rebuilding New Orleans is an 'American obligation' May 20, 2007
"If talk, bureaucracy and promises were enough, we would've rebuilt New Orleans three times over by now," the Democratic president candidate told graduates at Dillard University, the historically black school devastated by the storm in August 2005 ... Hillary Rodham Clinton D-N.Y., speaks during the commencement Saturday at Dillard University in New Orleans. (USA Today)
Clinton promises better focus for recovery May 19, 2007
In addition to touring New Orleans and attending a Friday evening fundraiser, Clinton was scheduled to deliver the commencement address Saturday morning at Dillard University and receive an honorary degree. Dillard, a private, predominantly black university in the hard-hit Gentilly neighborhood, was heavily damaged by Katrina. (USA Today)
Possible Sites for 2008 Debates May 11, 2007
Women of the Storm in concert with Dillard University, Loyola University, Tulane University and Xavier University in New Orleans. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Reinventing himself, school May 7, 2007
"He is a unique college president," said Michael Lomax, the former president of Dillard University who heads the United Negro College Fund. "He is bringing to Wilberforce the same talents for institution building that he brought to his church in New York," Lomax said of Flake's leadership, citing the fact that enrollments have reached 1,000 students, up 42 percent since his arrival. (Newsday -- Nation)
Aid Offers Shunned In Wake Of Storm Apr 30, 2007
Only Dillard University in Louisiana and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College had tapped their full awards, worth $6 million, U.S. Department of Education officials said Friday. Another $30 million was sent to Orleans, St. Bernard and Plaquemines parishes in Louisiana and to the state-run Recovery School District in New Orleans to build libraries, laboratories and other facilities for 130 public schools. (The Ledger)
Closer look at areas targeted for financial help Mar 30, 2007
Gentilly Boulevard at Elysian Fields, which is near Dillard University and Brother Martin High School. In Central City, the area at South Claiborne and Toledano, which is a block from Louisiana Avenue and the C.J. Peete Housing Development. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Candidates get first test Mar 18, 2007
A lifelong resident of Jeanerette, Foulcard is a graduate of Jeanerette Senior High School and Dillard University where she earned a bachelor s degree in biology. Foulcard also obtained a master s degree in biology from Southern University. (New Iberia, LA)
Injuries, shooting woes plague Queens 03-11-2007 Mar 14, 2007
The Queens broke the previous record of 46, which was set by the 1982-83 Queens against Dillard University. Donaldson received player of the week honors after leading WBU to three wins against Texas Arnational, UTPB and Paul Quinn College. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
New Orleans colleges have 'long way to go' Mar 1, 2007
Donors have been generous, but "we still have a long way to go," says Marvalene Hughes, president of Dillard University. And like everyone else, colleges are haggling with local, state and federal officials and with insurance companies. (USA Today -- News)
Nagin critical of Road Home program at Congressional hearing Feb 24, 2007
Nagin, New Orleans City Councilman Oliver Thomas, Governor Kathleen Blanco and HANO representatives addressed the Congressional Subcommittee of Housing and Community Opportunity at a public hearing on the campus of Dillard University. Committee Chairwoman Rep. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Blanco: Nagin's frustration with Road Home understandable Feb 24, 2007
At a U.S. Congressional hearing Thursday at Dillard University, Nagin asked that the city be allowed to take over the program to speed up the painfully slow process. Mayor Nagin shares the same frustration level as I do, she said. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Public housing hearing begins today Feb 22, 2007
U-S Representative Maxine Waters of California will lead the hearing on the campus of Dillard University. At issue is whether Waters will lead a charge for Congress to demand the reopening of all vacant public housing in the city and try to bar demolition. (KSLA.com, LA)
Study verifies more hazardous waste facilities located in minority areas Feb 18, 2007
Also during the AAAS meeting, Mohai, Bullard, (Robin) Saha, and Beverly Wright, founding director of the Deep South Center for Environmental Justice at Dillard University in New Orleans, will release a comprehensive report serving as a 20th anniversary follow-up to the original report on toxic waste and race in the United States. The new report measures what has happened in the last 20 years in terms of environmental injustice. (EurekAlert!)
Partying among the ruins Feb 14, 2007
In a drying scrapbook on the driveway of a demolished house in the Ninth Ward are pictures of a family's vacation to Atlanta and student IDs from a daughter's years at Dillard University. One resident who did return home to New Orleans only a few months after Katrina was Stacy Brundrick, an accountant. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
France's blacks stand up to be counted Feb 5, 2007
A few months ago, they invited Edgar Chase, a black business professor at Dillard University in New Orleans, to speak about the role of education in achieving racial equality. It wasn't long before the discussion turned to a strategy session. (Globe and Mail -- International)
8 youthful questions for Ivory Clark Jan 13, 2007
Played freshman season at NAIA Dillard University, where he was No. 8 in the nation in field goal percentage. Prepped at Edna Karr Magnet High, where was a champion in the high jump. (Cougfan.com)
Reporters on the Job Jan 12, 2007
In her story, she describes a meeting in Paris between a visiting Edgar Chase III, a visiting African-American business professor from Dillard University in New Orleans, La. and about 20 members of the rights group. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
In officially colorblind France, blacks have a dream - and now a lobby Jan 12, 2007
A few months ago, they invited Edgar Chase III, an African-American business professor at Dillard University in New Orleans, to speak about the role of education in achieving racial equality. It was not long before the discussion turned into a strategy session, with Mr. Chase as mentor. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
THE NEXT STEP Jan 11, 2007
Twenty-six-year-old Giana Clarkson was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha at Dillard University, where he first had to learn step during pledge week. He enjoyed it so much that he made the "crossover" after pledging - that is, he joined the stepping team permanently. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
