Joe P. Dunn
Charles A. Dana Professor of History and Politics, Chair of History and Politics
Converse’s History and Politics department offers separate majors and minors in both history and politics. Many students double major in both disciplines. We offer the full range of courses in American, European and non-Western history, as well as political science courses in American government, political theory, comparative politics and international relations.
Beyond traditional offerings, we offer unique special topics courses including:
Interactive and exciting, the study of history and politics at Converse provides a strong academic foundation. History and politics majors have the opportunity to participate in study travel programs, competitive simulations and research programs.
Discover more about our undergraduate and graduate degrees through the links below, and then contact us for a campus visit.
Charles A. Dana Professor of History and Politics, Chair of History and Politics
Associate Professor of History
Andrew Helmus Distinguished Professor of History and Politics
Assistant Professor of Political Science
George Dean Johnson, Jr., Chair of History
Converse University’s Office of Research & Engagement held its first faculty book reception on November 4, 2022. The reception celebrated works published since 2020 by Converse faculty. Publications Authors: Elder, …
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Dr. Elder’s newest book, Love and Duty: Confederate Widows and the Emotional Politics of Loss, was featured in a recent New York Times story. The New York Times article explores …
Our programs will introduce you to different approaches to the questions confronting us in the increasingly complicated landscape of professional and personal opportunity that awaits you.
Erin E. Templeton
Dean of the School of Humanities, Sciences & Business
864.596.9086
erin.templeton@converse.edu
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