BBernard L. Dillard is Associate Professor of Mathematics at Fashion Institute of Technology.  There, he teaches several upper-level courses, including Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis for Business Applications, Math Modeling, and The Mathematics of Personal Finance.

Hailing from Durham, N.C., Dillard went on to earn degrees in English and mathematics from Morehouse College, finishing magna cum laude.  In one graduate-school experience, his interests focused on the education of the middle-school child. In another, his research addressed wavelet-based, statistical techniques used for biosurveillance and national security.

In addition to his scholastic side, Dillard conducts seminars and workshops frequently for both youth groups and adult groups in an effort to heighten awareness of most things financial.

Dillard also enjoys acting and modeling.  He has booked key gigs, including acting roles for The Wire, theatre roles for Deli of the Damned and Topdog/Underdog, and modeling and commercial assignments for Sean John and Sony Ericsson.  He is always actively engaged in the auditioning process in the New York area and continues to pursue significant small- and big-screen roles.

He loves to learn and always enjoys conquering new challenges.  He gets his own inspiration from inspiring others.  Watch out! Here comes a dreamer in the person of B.L. Dillard!