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Frequently Asked Questions
At the beginning of each fall semester you will receive a student handbook. This handbook contains the information you need to be an informed, successful Converse student, so read it and do not lose it. Below is a list of information you might find helpful as you transition into Converse.
To Access Student Information (unofficial transcript, grades, schedule, etc)
Type: http://student.converse.edu
When the Converse Login screen appears, type:
User ID: First initial Middle initial Last name (all lower case letters).
Example - John C. Smith
Type: jcsmith
Pin# a) lower case “c”
b) last four digits of your SSN
Example: John C. Smith SS# 222-04-1234
Type: c1234 – no spaces
Honor Code
Converse II students, like traditional students, participate in the honor tradition at Converse and must sign the honor code.
Bookstore
All textbooks can be purchased via the website. Converse does not have a bookstore on campus.
ID Cards
Each student will receive an ID Card. A $25 dollar replacement fee is charged for a lost, stolen or damaged card. ID cards are made by the Campus Safety Department during regular business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
Finance & Registration Center
The center serves as a single point of contact for students to conduct business related to financial aid, registration, and student accounting information. At the center, students can receive financial counseling, get answers about billing or financial aid, help with the FAFSA process, make payments, request copies of transcripts, receive petty cash, and many other beneficial services.
Location: Carmichael 200
General Hours: Monday – Thursday from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM; Friday from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Day Student Lounge
Montgomery Student Center, Suite 210. It is for resting, socializing, meeting, and studying by commuting students. Please do not take children in this lounge.
Converse Email Address
Contact Campus Technology (email: CT) to set up your e-mail account.
Campus Communication
All students should check their e-mail daily. Read campus bulletin boards regularly as well as check the Converse College events calendar to keep up with campus happenings.
Gee Dining Hall/Valkyries Station
Day student meal plans are outlined on the website. You can also add expense dollars to your ID’s if you would like. Expense dollars is money put on your ID and then used as a debit card in Valkyries Station or Gee. Expense dollars make life easier on campus by allowing the student to make purchases without carrying cash, debit cards, or checks.
Mickel Library
All students must use their Mickel Library card or Converse ID to check out library material and use online databases. Library cards or library barcodes for Converse ID’s are available in the library.
Parking
Converse II students may park in any green lined space. Parking permits can be obtained through Campus Safety. As commuting students, Converse II students must register their vehicles anytime within five (5) days of first operating the vehicle on campus. Display your current decal in the lower left corner of the rear window of your registered car. Failure to register a vehicle or display a decal can result in a fine or towing at the owner's expense. Registration fees are $10.00 for commuting students. Additional or replacement decals are $3.00 for all students. The decals are valid September 1 – August 31 each year.
Convocation Series
Converse II students are not required to attend the convocation series but are strongly encouraged to take part in campus opportunities. The opening convocation and Founder’s Day celebrations bookend the academic year and bring students, faculty, staff, trustees, and alumni together to honor and celebrate the course of another year for the College. We hope you will mark your calendars and try to attend these events.
Center for Student Development and Success
The Center for Student Development and Success is located in Montgomery Student Center and can be reached at 864.596.9027. The Center serves to advance students toward overall success. Services offered by the Center include: academic accommodations, career exploration, choosing a major, disability services, PRAXIS preparation, and resume writing.
Tutoring & Supplemental Instruction: The Center offers tutoring in all academic disciplines. Specific dates, times, and additional details are advertised broadly on campus and through campus media avenues.
Writing Center: Students may receive support and tutoring in their writing of course papers by working with members of the writing center. This service is located on the second floor of Mickel Library.
Personal Counseling Services Available for CII Students at no cost:
WestGate Training & Consultation Network
167 Alabama Street
864.583.1010
