A Legacy Unmasked: Honoring Our Journey
2025 Alumni Reunion – May 8-10, 2025
May 8-10
SAVE THE DATE
A Legacy Unmasked:
Honoring Our Journey
It’s time to come together for the annual Dillard University Alumni Reunion, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you. But this year, we’re particularly excited to pay special homage to those whose class years end in 0 and 5.
Early Bird & Mail-In Registration Ends March 6, 2025
Reunion Registration Closes April 18, 2025
Email: alumnirelations@dillard.edu
Call: 504-816-4675
2025 ALUMNI REUNION WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS
THURSDAY, MAY 8
FRIDAY, MAY 9
SATURDAY, MAY 10
*The acronym PSB is short for the Professional Schools Building (located directly behind the Alumni House).
*The new Student Union Building is located behind the Cook Center, facing Gentilly Blvd.
Event locations are subject to change
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REUNION HOTELS
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Book by April 16, 2025
601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113
$229 per night
1-800-233-1234
SpringHill Suites
Book by April 8, 2025
New Orleans Downtown/Canal Street
1600 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
$150
(504)702-6800
REGISTRATION
ADVANCED REGISTRATION
Phone
Available between 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday-Friday until April 18, 2025 at (504) 816-4675
Online
Online registrations are accepted until April 18, 2025
Complete the attached form and mail it to:
Dillard University Office of Alumni Relations
2601 Gentilly Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70122
Forms and payments must be received by April 5, 2025.
ON-SITE REGISTRATION
Participants may purchase tickets at registration on Friday, May 9, subject to availability. As events have sold out in the past, please purchase tickets in advance to guarantee entry.
REGISTRATION PICK-UP
All who register should be available to pick up tickets and souvenirs at the Pre-registration/ Registration Pick-up Station on Friday, May 9th, between 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. If you assign someone to pick up your tickets for you, please email their names to alumnirelations@dillard.edu by April 30, 2025.
THINGS TO REMEMBER
- All pre-registrants must be available to pick up event tickets at Registration on Friday, May 9.
- Tickets must be presented at the door of each event (event tickets will be available for purchase and pick-up on Friday, May 9, in the registration room).
- Class gifts are the aggregate giving of any class to the University given during this fiscal year (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025). Class gift totals to date will be presented at the gala, and final figures will be announced online in July 2025.
- The alumni participation rate is the percentage of alumni who give to their alma mater during this fiscal year (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025). We will also acknowledge the classes with the highest alumni participation rate at the gala.
- Gifts may be included with your registration form or by contacting the Development Office at (504) 816-5707.
- Any questions regarding the Donor Recognition Event should be directed toward the Development Office, (504) 816-5707.
- Transportation between the reunion hotel and reunion events will be provided from May 8-10 upon purchase of the Bus Pass. The transportation schedule will be posted online and at the concierge desk of the reunion hotel.
- Tickets and merchandise that have been purchased are non-refundable.
- To participate in the prestigious Avenue of the Oaks (Golden and Silver) ceremony, graduates must secure their cap and gown and purchase at least one ticket to this memorable event. Don’t miss out on this important milestone!
REUNION PACKAGES
Reunion Package A
Early Bird Special: (Postmarked by March 6)
- 1 Mardi Gras Voyage Soirée ticket
- 1 Bleu Beads Blues: A Mardi Soul Fest ticket
- 1 Legacy Gala & Awards Ceremony ticket
- 1 Souvenir T-shirt
- 1 Souvenir DU Multi-Purpose Backpack
- 1 Souvenir DU Cooling Fan
Reunion Package B
Early Bird Special: (Postmarked by March 6)
- 1 Mardi Gras Voyage Soirée ticket
- 1 Bleu Beads Blues: A Mardi Soul Fest ticket
- 1 Legacy Gala & Awards Ceremony ticket
2024 REVIEW
2024 Dillard Alumni Weekend Review
Dillard University hosted its annual Alumni Reunion from May 9-11, celebrating all alumni with special recognition for those whose class years end in 4 and 9. Visit the links below to see photos from our exciting weekend.
UPDATE US!
Be part of the fun
We have something for everyone – exciting events, activities, games, and more! Come join us for an unforgettable weekend of fun.
Share your memories
Bring your family and show them what makes Dillard so special – we want to hear all your memories from college and beyond.
Alumni Relations
2601 Gentilly Boulevard
New Orleans Louisiana 70122
Ph. (504)816.4182
alumnirelations@dillard.edu
Office Hours:
M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
