Converse Mourns the Loss of MMFT Co-Founder Jim Rentz Sr.
Beloved by his Converse students and colleagues for his compassionate nature and gift for teaching, Rev. Dr. James N. “Jim” Rentz Sr. passed away on …
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Artist, Teacher, Optimist: The Legacy of Mayo Mac Boggs
Written by Chris Worthy When the crisp blue skies of Sept. 11, 2001, were shattered with the unimaginable, the day became a bright-line demarcation. There …
Alison Hughey Leads Mind-Body Conversation on SCETV “Solbird Sessions”
Converse University Adjunct Instructor of Music Therapy and board-certified music therapist Alison Hughey is participating in a SCETV show, “Solbird Sessions”. “Solbird Sessions” is a live, …
Jaxon Wright ’26 Found His Teams at Converse
Written by Chris Worthy Jaxon Wright ’26 is on the move, often literally. He is a long-distance runner, an accomplished student headed to graduate school, …
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 …
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 …