President’s Message

Greeting!

The Dillard University Washington DC Metro Area Alumni Association, Inc. (DC Metro) is an award winning 501c3 organization representing over 300 Dillard Alumni in the DMV area.  Our chapter has a rich history in the area and many successes as a member of the Dillard University National Alumni Association Inc. 

It is with great pride and deep gratitude I welcome you to our Dillard University Alumni Association page. As President, for the 2025-2027 biennium, I am honored to serve and represent a community rooted in excellence, legacy, and a shared commitment to our beloved alma mater.

Our mission is clear: To promote the welfare, growth, and development of Dillard University through active membership, student recruitment, meaningful community outreach, and purposeful fundraising. Together, we will continue to build a strong and engaged alumni network that uplifts our university and strengthens our collective impact.

Guided by our vision: To be the preeminent alumni chapter in support of Dillard University as we aim to set the standard in alumni engagement and support. With each event, initiative, and contribution, we take one step closer to realizing that goal.

We hold fast to our values:

• Pride in our heritage

• Perseverance in our mission

• Purpose in everything we do

Thank you for your continued support, passion, and partnership. I look forward to what we will achieve, together, as we carry the Bleu Devil legacy forward.

Dillard Bold, Dillard Proud, Dillard Strong

Cheryl Reid
President, Dillard University Washington DC Metropolitan Area Alumni Association, Inc