Professor Blanchard Exhibiting at Summerville Gallery Through September 2026
Converse University Professor of Studio Art Andrew Blanchard has an art exhibition entitled “Hi/Lo” at the West & East Gallery through September 5, 2026. Blanchard is …
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Dr. Chandra Owenby Hopkins: Empowering the Next Generation of Female Leaders
Written by Amanda Mathis Maya Angelou once wrote, “Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it, possibly, without claiming it, she stands …
Network, Empower, Lead: 2026 Converse Women’s Leadership Conference
Written by Karen Rhodes Established in 2018, Converse University’s Annual Women’s Leadership Conference is more than just an event – it’s a supportive community that allows emerging …
Steven Graff Appointed Inaugural Zimmerli Professor of Piano
Written by Karen Rhodes In recognition of his mentorship, transformative teaching, and impact in and out of the classroom, Dr. Steven Graff was recently named …
‘Creativity That Works’ Offers Students Career Skills as They Pursue Passions
Written by Chris Worthy At Converse University, students hone their crafts in the classroom, but their education doesn’t stop at perfecting technique or finding their …
Alison Hughey ’03 Music Therapy Class for Adults Featured on Fox Carolina
Alison Hughey, Adjunct Instructor of Music Therapy at Converse University’s Lawson Academy, is using music therapy to help dementia patients improve their moods. The Fox …
Forming a New Perspective: How a Conference Reshaped our Arts Practices
Written by Candace Day ’25 and Caroline Warr ’27 During the spring semester, we had the opportunity to visit the small town of Newberry, SC, …
Converse’s Stefania Licata Recognized for Excellence in Teaching
Written by Karen Rhodes The South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) has recognized Converse University Associate Professor of Hispanic Studies Dr. Stefania Licata as …
From Spain to Converse: Martin Burgos Gonzalez ’26 Excels in Athletics and Academics
Written by Dr. Jack Knipe Dr. Jack Knipe is the Director of the Master in Management, and the Assistant Professor of Leadership at Converse University. …