The Office of Alumni Relations begins working with students as freshmen, sponsoring events to increase their awareness of the Association and of their responsibilities as future alumni. After graduation, the Office of Alumni Relations serves as their link to Converse, keeping them informed and involved with Converse, and recognizing them for their accomplishments.

Our alumni are a highly engaged, vibrant community of friends who span the globe, yet sustain lifelong relationships with one another and with their alma mater. The energy and enthusiasm of Converse graduates are evident as the momentum of our Alumni Association continues to build; making new connections, growing a stronger network, and hitting new milestones at every turn.
Because of your efforts in communicating with Converse and with each other, our alumni network remains strong and united. We encourage you to explore your options for reconnecting, rediscovering, and returning home to Converse; consider joining us at an upcoming alumni event, like Reunion or support current students through Valkyrie Supply.
Events on campus and in your area are the perfect opportunity to be a part of the Converse story and to continue lifelong friendships with your amazing Converse classmates.
Alumni Association Board President
Meet your Alumni Association Board President, Valerie Dowling ’07.
Alumni Achievement Awards
The Alumni Association Board recognizes and celebrates outstanding alumni who demonstrate high levels of achievement and/or service in one or more of Converse’s Seven Core Values: Excellence, Integrity, Exploration, Diversity, Respect, Community, and Progress.
Upcoming Alumni Events
Alumni Updates
Success Starts Here — Even When the Path Changes: Rebekah Rogers ’26
Written by Lindsay Bartholomew For this Converse graduate, the path to the stage didn’t follow the plan. But it led exactly where it needed to. …
Converse Celebrates the Class of 2026 at 134th Commencement Ceremony
The Converse campus was bustling the week leading up to Commencement 2026. Beloved traditions, including the Senior BBQ, Senior Candlelight Dinner for the Converse College …
Converse Welcomes Family & Friends to Campus For 2026 Celebration Weekend
Written by Allison Reini Converse University hosted its annual Celebration Weekend 2026 from April 30 through May 2, 2026. Each year, Converse is proud to …
Learning to Lead: Gavin McFadden ’25
First-generation grad and 2025 Intern of the Year Gavin McFadden ’25 took his internship with Spartanburg County Parks & Recreation to the next level, securing …
Meet the Team
Andrea Kikkert ’05
Director of Alumni Relations
Alumni Resources
Be a part of the Converse story.