Meet Sam
“I walked on campus and fell in love.”
We Will
At Converse, we surround you with opportunities that will open doors and prepare you for success. From individualized instruction and small classes to faculty membership and a supportive community, we will empower you to realize who you are as a person, who you want to be and who you are becoming. But don’t take our word for it. Meet some of our students and hear what they have to say about their personal Converse journey.
580 Exchange
President Hopkins speaks with current student leaders who are shaping the world and inspiring others.
Paisley Stepp ’26
Paisley Stepp ’26 talks with President Hopkins and Dr. Rich Keen about research opportunities in Freshman year, balancing athletics and school work, and her part-time role with The Graduate School.
Gurjot Bahia ’26
Gurjot Bahia ’26, President of the Religious Life Council, speaks with President Hopkins about school spirit, advancing a culture of belonging, and pursuing her degree at Converse.
Jasmyn Williams ’24
Jasmyn Williams, Student Government President 2023-2024, talks with President Hopkins about leadership, advocacy, the Acrobatics and Tumbling team and more.
Sydney Wilson ’23
Sydney Wilson ’23 talks with President Hopkins about our data science program, research opportunities, and traveling with her class to MATHfest in Philadelphia.
We celebrate one another.
Converse Students
‘Creating Your Personal Brand’ Freshmen Network at Marquee Community Event
Freshmen from Converse University’s “Introduction to Creating Your Personal Brand” class took the opportunity to network with some of Spartanburg’s most prominent leaders in hospitality, …
Converse Students
Converse Student, Alumni & Faculty Featured at SPIVA Center for the Arts
Professor Andrew Blanchard, Lynn Hanchon ‘27 (Nisbet Honors), Mable Ni ‘24, and Azlyn Persails ‘25 will have work exhibited at Spiva Center for the Arts …
Internship
Food For Thought: Sullivan Fellow Ashleigh Austin’s Summer Internship
The real-world experience gained from an internship is a significant benefit of a successful college education. Business Administration Junior Ashleigh Austin ‘27 spent the Summer …
Converse Students
Converse University Celebrates 136th Opening Convocation
Written by Luciana Ugalde Garcia ’27 On Friday, September 19, 2025, Converse University came together in Zimmerli Performance Center at Twichell Auditorium to celebrate its 136th Opening …
Announcements
Converse Increases Veteran Support Through Yellow Ribbon Program
Converse University is proud to announce its participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program as part of its ongoing commitment to enhance services and financial support …