Dillard University
Dillard University is a private, historically black university in New Orleans, Louisiana. Founded in 1930 and incorporating earlier institutions founded as early as 1869 after the American Civil War, it is affiliated with the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist Church.
Former names | Straight University (1868–1915) Straight College (1915–1930) Union Normal School (1868–1915) New Orleans University (1915–1930) |
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| Motto | Ex Fide, Fortis |
Motto in English | "Strong Through Faith" (lit. "Out of faith, strong") |
| Type | Private historically black university |
| Established | 1869 |
Religious affiliation | United Church of Christ, United Methodist Church |
Academic affiliations | UNCF Space-grant |
| Endowment | $100 million |
| President | Rochelle L. Ford |
| Provost | Mablene Krueger (Interim) |
| Students | 1,301 |
| Location | New Orleans, Louisiana , U.S. 29°59′42″N 90°03′55″W |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Royal Blue & White |
| Nickname | Bleu Devils and Lady Bleu Devils |
Sporting affiliations | NAIA – GCAC |
| Mascot | Bleu Devils |
| Website | www |
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