FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 6, 2022
Contact: Eddie Francis, efrancis@dillard.edu
504.816.4024
NEW ORLEANS—This week, Tiffany Murphy joined Dillard University as director of residential life. Murphy brings to Dillard more than ten years of experience in housing operations and residential education. Previously, she worked both as an assistant area coordinator and as an assistant director of housing and residence life for a community of more than 2,000 students at the University of Memphis.
Murphy’s background also includes high school science instruction for twelve years with the Shelby County Schools System in Memphis, Tennessee. In addition, she served as a department chair and facilitated professional development for multiple educational initiatives. A first-generation college student, Murphy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the University of Memphis and a Master of Science in education from Arkansas State University.
About Dillard University
Dillard University is a historically Black institution that cultivates leaders who live ethically, think and communicate precisely, and act courageously to make the world a better place. Located in New Orleans, Dillard is a private faith-based liberal arts university that offers 22 majors and two certificate programs. Ranked 5th on 2021 The New York Times Overall Mobility Index and 14th in 2022 by Academic Influence for Best Colleges and Universities by Academic Stewardship, Dillard’s call to future leaders is to Write Your Legacy. Find out more about Louisiana’s oldest HBCU by visiting www.dillard.edu.
