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SUMMARY:2026 Spring Break
DESCRIPTION:No classes are held March 30 through April 3\, 2026. Most campus offices will be closed on April 3\, 2026. \nSee the full academic calendar here.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-spring-break/
LOCATION:Converse University\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar
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SUMMARY:Converse Dance presents the 2026 Spring Dance Concert
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic mixed repertory of jazz\, contemporary\, tap\, ballet\, and African dance\, Converse’s Spring 2026 Dance Concert continues the tradition of concert dance at Converse! Showcasing Dance & Theatre students\, the concert features six original dance works by faculty and professional guest artists. We invite you to experience the creativity and skill of our student dancers at Converse University! \nPlease be advised that this production contains flashing lights\, haze and one instance of strong language. \nPerformances\nApril 9\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 10\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 11\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 12\, 2026 at 2:30pm \nAll performances are in Hazel B. Abbott Theatre\, on the third floor of Wilson Hall. \nGeneral Admission\nFree for Converse students\, faculty and staff (contact the Box Office)\n$5 for non-Converse students\n$10 General Public
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/converse-dance-presents-the-2026-spring-dance-concert/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Hazel B. Abbott Theater\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Theatre & Dance
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SUMMARY:Questions for the Angels: A Faculty Recital: Kelly Vaneman\, oboe
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, April 9\, 2026\, in Daniel Recital Hall as Dr. Kelly Vaneman\, oboe\, presents “Questions for the Angels\,” a faculty recital featuring works by Alyssa Morris\, Burt Bacharach\, Christopher Berg\, Charles Ives\, and the world premiere of an original piece entitled “What Do We Leave Behind?” This event is free to attend and is open to the public. \nView the livestream on the Converse YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/questions-for-the-angels-a-faculty-recital-kelly-vaneman-oboe/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Elective Recital: Kevin Vivas\, cello
DESCRIPTION:Kevin Vivas\, cello\, will be presenting an Elective recital on Friday\, April 10\, 2026\, at 4:00 PM in Daniel Recital Hall. The recital will feature works by Saint Saëns\, Bach\, and more!
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/elective-recital-kevin-vivas-cello/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Converse Dance presents the 2026 Spring Dance Concert
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic mixed repertory of jazz\, contemporary\, tap\, ballet\, and African dance\, Converse’s Spring 2026 Dance Concert continues the tradition of concert dance at Converse! Showcasing Dance & Theatre students\, the concert features six original dance works by faculty and professional guest artists. We invite you to experience the creativity and skill of our student dancers at Converse University! \nPlease be advised that this production contains flashing lights\, haze and one instance of strong language. \nPerformances\nApril 9\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 10\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 11\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 12\, 2026 at 2:30pm \nAll performances are in Hazel B. Abbott Theatre\, on the third floor of Wilson Hall. \nGeneral Admission\nFree for Converse students\, faculty and staff (contact the Box Office)\n$5 for non-Converse students\n$10 General Public
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/converse-dance-presents-the-2026-spring-dance-concert/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:Hazel B. Abbott Theater\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Theatre & Dance
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SUMMARY:Graduate Recital: Samuel Tam\, piano
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Samuel Tam\, piano\, presents a Graduate Recital on Friday\, April 10\, 2026\, at 7:30 PM featuring music by Beethoven\, Chopin and Brahms. This event is free to attend and is open the public. \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/graduate-recital-samuel-tam-piano/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Preview Day
DESCRIPTION:Preview Day is the perfect place to discover all that’s waiting for you at Converse. Meet our admissions team and chat with professors about the programs we offer.\nTour our beautiful campus and start to picture yourself as a student here. Ask your questions and discover if Converse might be just right for you! \nEmail admissions@converse.edu with any questions. \nRegister Today
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/spring-2026-preview-day/
LOCATION:Wilson Hall – Dalton Hall Lobby\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admission Preview Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Admissions Office":MAILTO:admissions@converse.edu
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SUMMARY:Converse Dance presents the 2026 Spring Dance Concert
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic mixed repertory of jazz\, contemporary\, tap\, ballet\, and African dance\, Converse’s Spring 2026 Dance Concert continues the tradition of concert dance at Converse! Showcasing Dance & Theatre students\, the concert features six original dance works by faculty and professional guest artists. We invite you to experience the creativity and skill of our student dancers at Converse University! \nPlease be advised that this production contains flashing lights\, haze and one instance of strong language. \nPerformances\nApril 9\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 10\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 11\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 12\, 2026 at 2:30pm \nAll performances are in Hazel B. Abbott Theatre\, on the third floor of Wilson Hall. \nGeneral Admission\nFree for Converse students\, faculty and staff (contact the Box Office)\n$5 for non-Converse students\n$10 General Public
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/converse-dance-presents-the-2026-spring-dance-concert/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Hazel B. Abbott Theater\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Theatre & Dance
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SUMMARY:Converse Dance presents the 2026 Spring Dance Concert
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic mixed repertory of jazz\, contemporary\, tap\, ballet\, and African dance\, Converse’s Spring 2026 Dance Concert continues the tradition of concert dance at Converse! Showcasing Dance & Theatre students\, the concert features six original dance works by faculty and professional guest artists. We invite you to experience the creativity and skill of our student dancers at Converse University! \nPlease be advised that this production contains flashing lights\, haze and one instance of strong language. \nPerformances\nApril 9\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 10\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 11\, 2026 at 7:30pm\nApril 12\, 2026 at 2:30pm \nAll performances are in Hazel B. Abbott Theatre\, on the third floor of Wilson Hall. \nGeneral Admission\nFree for Converse students\, faculty and staff (contact the Box Office)\n$5 for non-Converse students\n$10 General Public
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/converse-dance-presents-the-2026-spring-dance-concert/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Hazel B. Abbott Theater\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Theatre & Dance
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SUMMARY:A Faculty Duo Recital: Valerie MacPhail\, soprano\, Emalie Savoy\, soprano
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, April 12\, 2026\, at 4 PM in Daniel Recital Hall as Valerie MacPhail\, soprano\, and Emalie Savoy\, soprano (with Catherine Jenkins\, soprano\, and Mildred Roche\, piano)  offer a Duo Faculty Recital featuring works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart\, Claude Debussy\, Robert Schumann\, and Stephen Sondheim among several others! This event is free to attend and is open to the public.  \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/a-faculty-duo-recital-valerie-macphail-soprano-emalie-savoy-soprano/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T170000
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SUMMARY:2026 RISE Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Converse will hold its fifth RISE (Research\, Internship\, and ArtS Experiential Learning) Symposium from April 13-17\, 2026. Open to all undergraduates\, graduates and Converse II students\, the RISE symposium empowers students to share their ideas\, discoveries and artistic work with our campus and local community within a professional setting. \nConverse’s 2026 RISE symposium will feature internships and research studies in: Internship Experiences\, Music Performance\, Original Music\, Research Findings\, Creative Writing\, Personal Statements\, Dance-New Works\, Theatrical and Film Production-New Works\, and a photo contest. \nThe music performance competition will take place on April 17\, 2026\, at 3:00 PM in Daniel Recital Hall. The 2026 symposium will run from April 13-17\, 2026\, with all student projects displayed throughout campus. Celebrate our students at the RISE Awards Reception and Ceremony on April 30\, 2026\, from 5-6:30 PM in the Barnet Room. \nRead more about the 2025 RISE symposium and see the list of awards. Email research@converse.edu with any inquiries.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-rise-symposium/
LOCATION:Converse University\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Research and Grants":MAILTO:research@converse.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T170000
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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Business Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:The Spring 2026 Business Speaker Series\, hosted by the School of Business & Data Science in partnership with Mr. Fredy Madrid\, will feature four panels or individual speakers focusing on four areas of business: sports management\, entrepreneurship\, corporate business\, and services. \nThese panels begin at 6:00 PM\, with an opportunity to network with the panelists and enjoy light refreshments 5:00-6:00 PM. The events are open to everyone in the Converse community.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/spring-2026-business-speaker-series/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Barnet Room\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Lifelong Learning,Student Development & Success
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Sorrells":MAILTO:jessica.sorrells@converse.edu
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SUMMARY:Spartanburg Master Chorale: America at 250: A Vision Unfolding
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, April 16\, 2026\, at 7:30 PM in Daniel Recital Hall as Spartanburg Master Chorale presents “America at 250: A Vision Unfolding\,” featuring works such as “The Testament of Freedom\,” by Randall Thompson\, and “A Vision Unfolding” by Kyle Pederson. This event is free to attend and is open to the public. \nWhen considering what repertory to program for such a milestone in our country’s history\, Dr. Keith Jones had two goals: an unabashed celebration of 250 years of democracy; and an acknowledgement that our democracy is still a work in progress\, “a vision unfolding.” It was easy to find any number of major works that would satisfy the first goal\, the difficult part was to make a choice. Finally\, Dr. Jones settled on Randal Thompson’s The Testament of Freedom\, a piece composed in honor of the 200th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Jefferson. The texts of the four-movement cantata come from writings of Mr. Jefferson: movement-1\, A Summary View of the Rights of British America (1774); movements 2 and 3\, Declaration of Causes and Necessity of Taking up Arms (July 6\, 1775); and movement-4\, Letter to John Adams\, Monticello (September 12\, 1821). \nDr. Jones said\, “Finding an extended choral work that acknowledges that our democracy is a work in progress\, that we have not always lived up to the lofty ideals expressed in the Declaration of Independence and in our Constitution\, was challenging. I didn’t want to offend our audience members\, but neither did I want to gloss over those times in our history where we clearly had fallen short of our expressed ideals. Minneapolis-based composer\, Kyle Pederson and African-American poet\, Shanelle Gabriel joined forces to create an extended choral work centered broadly around themes of social justice\, and it turned out to be just what I was looking for. It explores what our country has stood for in its best moments. In America’s foundational texts and speeches\, they found powerful declarations of a nation rooted in equality\, freedom\, justice\, and inclusion. They wanted the whole work to be invitational – to be reminded of the compelling vision that we live into in our best moments\, and to be invited to say “yes” to more of that. The creators of A Vision Unfolding hope that the audience will lean into the invitation that the choir offers\, that each of us might reach out beyond our comfort zone and seek to build bridges of care and connection\, finding a better way of being in community. That we might stand in solidarity with those whose voices are too often dismissed\, regardless of their skin color\, sexual orientation\, faith background\, or other characteristic. That we might not dismiss\, disdain\, and judge those whose politics are different from ours\, but that we might make the uncomfortable effort to see them as people just as worthy of respect and dignity.” \nThe Spartanburg Master Chorale will be accompanied by Ms.Julie Smith and Dr. Steven Graff and conducted by Dr. Keith Jones. Student soloists include Sarye Glenn\, Kari Mason\, Quian Garces\, and Mary Ashton Garrett. Inaya Rivas will be featured as narrator\, and guest instrumentalists will include Lydia Rabideau\, violin; Camron Wells\, snare drum; and Ken Frick\, trumpet. Please join us on Thursday\, April 16 at 7:30 pm in Daniel Recital Hall as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday and articulate an even greater vision for our future. \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/spartanburg-master-chorale-america-at-250-a-vision-unfolding/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Music
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SUMMARY:Junior Recital: Manuel Roncero Ros\, bassoon
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, April 17\, 2026\, at 5 PM in Daniel Recital Hall as Manuel Roncero Ros\, bassoon\, offers a Junior Recital featuring works by Astor Piazzolla\, Johann Sebastian Bach\, and Gioachino Rossini. This event is free to attend and is open to the public.  \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/junior-recital-manuel-roncero-ros-bassoon/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T193000
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SUMMARY:Honors Recital: Claire Cathey\, flute
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, April 17\, 2026\, at 7:30 PM as Claire Cathey\, flute\, presents an Honors Recital featuring music by Joan Tower\, Franz Doppler\, George Enescu\, and more! This event is free to attend and is open to the public. \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/honors-recital-claire-cathey-flute/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T131256Z
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SUMMARY:Musical Theater Duets: A Recital from the studio of Dr. Valerie MacPhail
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\, at 4:00 PM in Daniel Recital Hall as the studio of Dr. Valerie MacPhail presents a recital of popular duets from beloved broadway shows. This recital features music by Gilbert & Sullivan\, Andrew Lloyd Webber\, Leonard Bernstein\, Stephen Sondheim\, and much more! This event is free to attend and is open to the public. \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/dr-valerie-macphail-duets-recital/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
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SUMMARY:2026 Carlos Moseley Series - Wael Farouk
DESCRIPTION:“A formidable and magnificent pianist.” – The New York Concert Review \nEgyptian-American pianist Wael Farouk has been beloved in Spartanburg for more than two decades\, since he was a Master’s student of Doug Weeks at Converse. He now lives outside of New York\, where he teaches at the Manhattan School of Music and uses the city as the base of a major international performing career. He commands an impossibly vast repertoire of more than 70 concertos and 60 recital programs\, and performs throughout Europe\, Asia\, Africa\, and the Americas. His “absolute pianistic mastery” (the Westphalen Bielefelder Zeitung) is in the service of an intense and poetic musical vision and promises an unforgettable evening. \n\nPurchase Tickets \nSeason subscriptions are open to the public and may be purchased online or by contacting the Box Office by phone at 864.596.9018 or by email at boxoffice@converse.edu.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-carlos-moseley-series-wael-farouk/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Carlos Moseley Series,Cultural Events,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
CREATED:20260220T170605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T170605Z
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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Business Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:The Spring 2026 Business Speaker Series\, hosted by the School of Business & Data Science in partnership with Mr. Fredy Madrid\, will feature four panels or individual speakers focusing on four areas of business: sports management\, entrepreneurship\, corporate business\, and services. \nThese panels begin at 6:00 PM\, with an opportunity to network with the panelists and enjoy light refreshments 5:00-6:00 PM. The events are open to everyone in the Converse community.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/spring-2026-business-speaker-series/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Barnet Room\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Lifelong Learning,Student Development & Success
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Sorrells":MAILTO:jessica.sorrells@converse.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
CREATED:20260408T192239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192239Z
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SUMMARY:Converse Chorale: America at 250: A Work in Progress
DESCRIPTION:Like the Spartanburg Master Chorale’s spring concert on April 16\, 2026 Converse Chorale will present repertory especially chosen to honor and celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary on April 23\, 2026 in Daniel Recital Hall. \nThe first half of the program will contain familiar patriotic pieces like “The Star-Spangled Banner\,” “Give Me Your Tired\, Your Poor\,” and “Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Less familiar pieces that will round out the first half include “Nancy Hanks” (Abraham Lincoln’s mother) and “Heaven Is My Home\,” an original composition based on a tune from Southern Harmony and composed by Converse Chorale’s accompanist\, Lance Bastian. \nSome of the pieces of the second half of the program recall those in America’s history who have been marginalized\, specifically black Americans and women; notably\, “Mother to Son\,” based on the powerful poem by Langston Hughes\, and “Rise Up\,” by Jake Runestad. \nThe concert will conclude with Z. Randall Stroope’s “Homeland\,” based on a tune by Gustav Holst with lyrics by Sir Cecil Spring-Rice. \nThis event is free to attend and is open to the public. \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/converse-chorale-america-at-250-a-work-in-progress/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
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SUMMARY:2026 Reunion Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Converse Reunion 2026 will be held April 24-25\, 2026; The Golden Club dinner will be the evening of April 23\, 2026. \nSee more details and the schedule of events on the Reunion web page. Follow Converse Alumni on Facebook and Instagram for more details. \nReunion registration closed on April 16\, 2026. Email alumni@converse.edu with any questions.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-reunion-weekend/
LOCATION:Converse University\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Converse Office of Alumni Relations":MAILTO:alumnievent@converse.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T143000
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
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SUMMARY:Founder’s Day 2026 Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join the Converse Community to celebrate Founders Day in Twichell Auditorium. The ceremony will begin with a processional of the Senior Class\, Faculty\, and Platform party. The Kathryne Amelia Brown Award will be presented to a faculty member. \nThis year’s keynote speaker is Jody Cole ’84 of Asheville\, NC\, Founder of Wild Rainbow African Safaris and 2024 recipient of the Mae Elizabeth Kilgo Spirit of Converse Award for alumni. \nThis event will be live-streamed on Converse’s YouTube channel. \nImmediately following the ceremony\, attendees are invited to the traditional Founders Day lunch outside of Wilson on the Johnson Plaza to enjoy Dexter Edgar Converse’s favorite dessert\, strawberries and cream. \nClasses will be canceled between 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM to allow for campus-wide celebrations. \nConverse faculty\, staff\, and students can learn more about this event at my.converse.edu.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/founders-day-2026-celebration/
LOCATION:Twichell Auditorium\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Communications":MAILTO:communications@converse.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T163000
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
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SUMMARY:Junior Recital: Catelyn Caughman\, clarinet\, Elective Recital: Ryan Reynolds\, clarinet
DESCRIPTION:Catelyn Caughman\, clarinet\, and Ryan Reynolds\, clarinet\, present a joint recital featuring music by Carl Maria Von Weber\, Robert Schumann\, Phillipe Gaubert\, and more! This event is free to attend and is open to the public. \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/junior-recital-catelyn-caughman-ryan-reynolds/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Petrie School of Music":MAILTO:anna.neely@converse.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T180000
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SUMMARY:Graduate Recital: Mary Ashton Garrett\, soprano
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, April 24\, 2026\, at 5:00 PM as Mary Ashton Garrett\, soprano\, offers a Graduate Recital featuring music by Gian Carlo Menotti\, Antonín Dvořák\, Ernest Chausson\, and more! This event is free to attend and is open to the public. \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event. \n 
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/graduate-recital-mary-ashton-garrett-soprano/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T140802Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Recital: Sarye Glenn\, soprano
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, April 24\, 2026\, as Sarye Glenn\, soprano\, offers a Senior Recital featuring music by George Frideric Handel\, Johannes Brahms\, Giacomo Puccini\, and much more! This event is free to attend and is open to the public. \nView the livestream on Converse’s YouTube channel at the start of the event.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/senior-recital-sarye-glenn-soprano/
LOCATION:Daniel Recital Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T152929Z
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SUMMARY:Converse Visiting Writer Reading: Richard Tillinghast
DESCRIPTION:The Converse Creative and Professional Writing program will host award-winning poet and essayist Richard Tillinghast on Tuesday\, April 28\, 2026\, at 8:00 PM in Zimmerli Common Room. Copies of Tillinghast’s newest award-winning books will be available for purchase at the reading. The event is free and open to the public. \nRichard Tillinghast’s recent book\, Blue If Only I Could Tell You\, won the 2022 White Pine Press Poetry Prize. His newest book\, Night Train to Memphis\, is his 14th poetry collection\, and Tillinghast is also the author of five books of creative nonfiction. His poems have appeared in the American Poetry Review\, The Atlantic\, The New Yorker\, Paris Review\, The New Republic\, Best American Poetry and elsewhere. He is recipient of the Amy Lowell Traveling Poetry Scholarship as well as grants from the Guggenheim Foundation\, the National Endowment for the Arts\, and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Tillinghast has taught writing and literature at Harvard University\, Sewanee University\, UC Berkley\, and the University of Michigan. He currently lives in Hawaii and writes full time. \nTillinghast is a visiting writer for Converse’s low-residency MFA in Creative Writing. \nFor additional information\, contact Prof. Rick Mulkey at rick.mulkey@converse.edu
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/converse-visiting-writer-reading-richard-tillinghast/
LOCATION:Zimmerli Common\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Visiting Lecturers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260615T185350
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T131945Z
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SUMMARY:Converse University Celebration Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:April 30–May 2\, 2026 | A Converse Gathering with Family & Friends\nWe’re thrilled to welcome you to campus for an unforgettable experience at Converse’s Celebration Weekend! You’ll enjoy great food\, fun events\, beloved traditions\, and fellowship with our vibrant Valkyrie community. \nCheck out highlights from last year’s event! \nREGISTRATION \nThere is a per person registration fee for guests* that provides admission to all events and meals listed on the schedule. Children ten and under are free. \n*Converse faculty\, staff\, and students are free\, do not need to register\, and can learn more about this event at my.converse.edu. Sign-in is required. \nQUESTIONS? \nContact Leah Anderson at leah.anderson@converse.edu \nLIVESTREAMS \nThese Celebration Weekend Saturday events will be livestreamed on the Converse University YouTube channel: \n\nFreshmen Pinning & Spirit of Converse Awards Ceremony | 9-10:30 AM\nLeadership Awards & SGA Installation Ceremony | 11 AM-Noon\nAcademic Awards & Scholarship Presentation | 1-2 PM\nJunior Ring Ceremony | Twichell Auditorium | 3:30-4:30 PM\n\n\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS\nTHURSDAY\, APRIL 30\, 2026\nDinner | Gee Dining Room | 5-6:30 PM\nGrab a plate and mingle with members of the Converse community! This meal is included in the registration fee. \nRISE Symposium Awards Ceremony | Montgomery Lobby and Barnet Room | 5-6:30 PM\nCelebrate scholarly achievements across all areas of study as we recognize students for their extraordinary research and creative work. The reception starts at 5 PM followed by the awards program at 5:30 PM. \nPetrie School of Music Concert | Twichell Auditorium | 7:30-9 PM\nExperience an exceptional performance by the Converse Symphony Orchestra and Wind Ensemble. \nFRIDAY\, MAY 1\, 2026\nDinner | Gee Dining Room | 5-7 PM\nGrab a plate and mingle with members of the Converse community! This meal is included in the registration fee. \nTailgate at the Crit | Downtown Spartanburg | 5-9 PM\nJoin us downtown for the Spartanburg Crit\, a one-of-a-kind block party\, and watch cyclists race around the half-mile downtown course. Converse’s tent location will be M8; see the map on the Crit website. For more information about the Crit\, please click here. \nValkyries Choice Awards* | Twichell Auditorium | 7:15 PM\nThis event spotlights Valkyries Athletics and all of our amazing student-athletes. Photos and the Red Carpet Show kick off at 5 PM\, followed by the award ceremony at 7:15 PM. *Cocktail or dressy attire is encouraged. \nSATURDAY\, MAY 2\, 2026\nWelcome Table and Lounge | Wilson Lobby | 9AM -5 PM\nSwing by to pick up your swag bag! Need some sugar or a quick snack? We have you covered! The lobby will have light refreshments throughout the day. \nFreshmen Pinning & Spirit of Converse Awards Ceremony | Twichell Auditorium | 9-10:30 AM\nA time-honored tradition to recognize the completion of a student’s first year at Converse and recognize campus leaders with some of Converse’s most distinctive honors. \nLeadership Awards & SGA Installation Ceremony | Twichell Auditorium | 11 AM -12 PM\nRecognizing student leaders for their accomplishments and officially swearing in Converse’s newly elected student leaders. \nLunch | Gee Dining Room | 11 AM-1 PM\nGrab a plate and mingle with members of the Converse community! This meal is included in the registration fee. \nAcademic Awards & Scholarship Presentation | Twichell Auditorium | 1-2 PM\nCelebrate the outstanding academic achievements of our students. \nCCW Sophomore Bracelet Ceremony | Barnet Room | 2:15-3:15 PM\nCCW Sophomores will experience the beloved tradition of receiving the Core Value bracelet. \nJunior Ring Ceremony | Twichell Auditorium | 3:30-4:30 PM\nThe Converse ring is a symbol of pride and class unity. This tradition recognizes the completion of a student’s third year at Converse. \nSnacks & Sips Happy Hour | Dalton Lobby in Wilson Hall | 4:30-5:30 PM\nCome unwind after a fun-filled day. Enjoy some music\, grab a drink or nibble and enjoy time with the Converse community. \nHub City Big Band Concert | Daniel Recital Hall | 6:30 PM\nCome experience the energy of the Petrie School of Music’s student-led jazz ensemble as they bring iconic pop hits from the 20th and 21st century to life! \nEXPLORE  \nFamily Weekend provides guests a chance to experience Converse through the eyes of a student. When you’re not on campus\, we hope you are able to visit your student’s favorite coffee shop\, check out Spartanburg’s downtown retailers\, or stroll on one of our many local trails. \nSee all that Spartanburg has to offer and a list of local hotels. \n*Converse faculty\, staff\, and students are free\, do not need to register\, and can learn more about this event at my.converse.edu. Sign-in is required to view this page.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/converse-university-celebration-weekend-2026/
LOCATION:Converse University\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Cultural Events,General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T170000
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SUMMARY:2026 RISE Symposium Awards Reception and Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the scholarly achievements across all areas of study as we recognize students for their extraordinary research and creative work! Join us on April 30\, 2026\, from 5:00 – 6:30 PM for the RISE Symposium Awards Reception and Ceremony. \nRISE (Research\, Internship\, and ArtS Experiential Learning) Symposium invites all undergraduates\, graduates and Converse II students to share their ideas\, discoveries and artistic work with our campus and local community within a professional setting. \nThe 2026 symposium will run from April 13-17\, 2026\, with all student projects displayed throughout campus; the music performance competition will take place on April 17\, 2026\, at 3:00 PM in Daniel Recital Hall. \nThis event is open to the entire Converse community. Questions can be directed to research@converse.edu
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-rise-symposium-awards-reception-and-ceremony/
LOCATION:Barnet Room\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,General Events,Humanities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Research and Grants":MAILTO:research@converse.edu
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