Dior Naylor

Dior is a senior majoring in Public Health and Sociology. She is in LA Posse 14 and is enrolled in the Accelerated Master of Health Administration program. On campus, she holds leadership positions in Pathfinders (Secretary), Sexual Aggression Peer Hotline and Education, known as SAPHE (Community Impact and Learning Chair), and at Reily Campus Recreation (Building Manager). Additionally, she serves as a resident advisor in Bayou Hall, a Green Wave Ambassador, a Nutrition Intern for Dining Services, and a member of the Tri-Alpha First Generation Fraternity. In her free time, Dior enjoys trying new restaurants around the city and spending time with her friends. She also enjoys walking dogs at Zeus’s whenever times permit. Dior has been involved in mentorship since high school, serving as president of the African American Mentoring Program since her junior year.  She is excited to continue this passion through the Office for Foundation Scholars. Supporting students through difficult transitions is deeply meaningful to her, and she looks forward to cultivating mentorship relationships that help students feel grounded and supported throughout their transition.

Favorite Thing about TU:  My favorite thing about Tulane is how endless the opportunities are. I’ve been able to get involved in so many student organizations because the university genuinely encourages and supports student involvement. Tulane’s flexibility has allowed me to explore multiple interests—academically, professionally, and socially—without feeling limited. That openness to student leadership and initiative is what has shaped my experience the most.  

Tips for Foundation Scholars:  Try everything! Put your email down for all the clubs at the fair. Participate in the research symposium. Apply to the internship you’re not feeling the most confident about. Take a chance on yourself. Some of the moments that feel the most uncertain, anxious, or even hopeless end up being the moments where you surprise yourself with what you’re truly capable of. Don’t be afraid of getting a “no,” use it to fuel your determination and push you toward what is meant for you. What’s truly yours can’t be taken away.