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SUMMARY:EXHIBITION: Direct Experience
DESCRIPTION:“Direct Experience” is a group exhibition that highlights the voices of artists who are cancer survivors. The goal of this exhibition is to affirm that “life after cancer” not only exists but thrives—especially through the healing\, expressive\, and transformative power of art. \nThis group exhibition highlights artists whose work reflects personal resilience\, physical and emotional recovery\, and the evolving narratives of identity and creativity post-diagnosis. The work in “Direct Experience” pushes traditional boundaries of media\, engages the senses\, and invites dialogue on survival and hope. \nThis group exhibition will run from August 6 through September 3\, 2026. \nThe “Direct Experience” reception will be held on August 20\, 2026\, from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM. \nMilliken Art Gallery Hours\nThe exhibition is located in the Milliken Art Gallery and is free of charge.\nGallery hours are Sunday 2-5 PM; Monday – Friday 9-5 PM.\nThe Gallery is closed during school holidays.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/exhibition-direct-experience/
LOCATION:Milliken Art Gallery\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Welcome Week
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to welcome our new Freshmen and Transfers to Converse! \nThe experience begins with an all-hands-on-deck Move-In Day—check My.Converse.edu for your specific date and details. \nWelcome Week and New Student Orientation take place from August 7 through August 11\, and no registration is required. You’ll have a fun and engaging time meeting new classmates\, getting to know campus\, learning about important resources\, and joining in on activities before the semester begins on August 12\, 2026. \nWe can’t wait to welcome you!
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-welcome-week/
LOCATION:Converse University\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000
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SUMMARY:2026 New Student Move-In
DESCRIPTION:New Student Move-In will be held on August 7\, 2026\, from 9 am-1 pm. \nAdditional move-in and orientations details can be found on the my.converse.edu orientation web page.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-new-student-move-in/
LOCATION:Converse University\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar
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SUMMARY:2026 Returning Student Move-In
DESCRIPTION:Returning student move-in will be held on August 10\, 2026\, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. \nAdditional move-in details can be found on the my.converse.edu orientation web page.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-returning-student-move-in/
LOCATION:Converse University\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar
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SUMMARY:2026 Converse University Summer Research Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us August 11\, 2026\, from 2 – 3:30 PM in Carmichael Hall Room 200 for this year’s Summer Research Symposium at Converse University. \nCelebrate our summer researchers as they showcase their faculty-mentored research projects.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-converse-university-summer-research-symposium/
LOCATION:Carmichael Hall\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Research and Grants":MAILTO:research@converse.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260812
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SUMMARY:First Day of Fall 2026 Classes
DESCRIPTION:All Fall 2026 classes begin (day and evening). \nSee the full academic calendars here.
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/first-day-of-fall-2026-classes/
LOCATION:Converse University\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
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SUMMARY:Converse Night at the 2026 Hub City Spartanburgers Game
DESCRIPTION:Join President Boone Hopkins\, Ph.D.\, Dean of Converse College for Women Dr. Chandra Owenby Hopkins and Spartanburg Alumni Chapter for an exciting evening at the ballpark on Thursday\, August 13\, 2026\, as we cheer on the Hub City Spartanburgers at Fifth Third Park in Spartanburg\, SC! \nMary Ashton Garrett ’25 will be singing the National Anthem. \nRegistration is $49 per person and includes game admission in our reserved First Base Line Terrace seating area\, plus a $25 voucher redeemable at ballpark concessions and the team store. The first 100 guests to check in at the Converse table at the game will receive a Converse ball cap. \nRegister by August 6\, 2026. Alumni\, friends\, family members\, and loved ones are all welcome; children ages three and under attend free. \nSubmit this form if you’re not getting emails from us\, and to share your updated contact information. \nMark your calendar and join us for a fun night of community\, food\, and baseball!
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/converse-night-at-the-2026-hub-city-spartanburgers-game/
LOCATION:Fifth Third Park\, 344 S Daniel Morgan Ave\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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ORGANIZER;CN="Converse Office of Alumni Relations":MAILTO:alumnievent@converse.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820
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SUMMARY:2026 Valkyries Athletics Day of Giving
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our inaugural Valkyries Athletics Day of Giving in support of the Converse Valkyries Fund! \nThe Converse Valkyries Fund is the official booster organization of the Converse University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Your generosity will make a direct impact on our student-athletes here at Converse Athletics\, from workout gear to travel needs and facility upgrades\, and so much more! \nThe Day of Giving officially begins at 12:00 AM on August 20\, 2026\, but you can start making an impact today with an early donation. Follow the link to make your gift today and start enjoying the perks of membership with the Converse Valkyries Fund! \nMake Your Gift
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/2026-valkyries-athletics-day-of-giving/
LOCATION:Converse Virtual Event\, 580 E Main St\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenn Bell":MAILTO:jennifer.bell@converse.edu
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SUMMARY:RECEPTION: Direct Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join us on August 20\, 2026\, from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM for the “Direct Experience” reception. \n“Direct Experience” is a group exhibition that highlights the voices of artists who are cancer survivors. The goal of this exhibition is to affirm that “life after cancer” not only exists but thrives—especially through the healing\, expressive\, and transformative power of art. The work in “Direct Experience” pushes traditional boundaries of media\, engages the senses\, and invites dialogue on survival and hope. \nThe group exhibition will run from August 6 through September 3\, 2026. \n 
URL:https://www.converse.edu/event/reception-direct-experience/
LOCATION:Milliken Art Gallery\, 580 East Main Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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