A Modern-Day Vision for Mickel Library
Funded by an anonymous donor, Converse College’s Mickel Library is undergoing an extensive, multi-phase makeover. The project has been underway since late 2016 and will transform the first and second …
Community News
Dr. Erturk Honored as Minority Access National Role Model
We are proud to announce that Dr. Neval Erturk was selected to be honored as a Minority Access National Role Model. This award is presented to faculty, higher education leaders, …
Grad’s Book about Rwandan Genocide Encourages Forgiveness and Understanding
Chemistry grad Natacha Karambizi ’15 recently published her book, Mahoro: A Little Girl’s Search for Peace. This fictional story was inspired by the 1994 Genocide which took place in Rwanda. …
Converse Celebrates Largest Undergraduate Population in History
A banner year begins this week as Converse welcomes its largest undergraduate population in the College’s 128-year history. Additional milestones to celebrate include the College’s first Converse International School students …
Bio & Environmental Studies Student Interns at Michigan Land Conservancy
Anyah Preston ’19 headed to Michigan for her summer internship at the South West Michigan Land Conservancy. She researched native and invasive species in Michigan, while also learning how to …
Dr. Dunn Contributes to Smithsonian’s New Illustrated History of Vietnam War
Dr. Joe Dunn was a lead researcher, writer and fact checker for Smithsonian’s new book, The Vietnam War: The Definitive Illustrated History. Dr. Dunn was recently interviewed by Ubelong, a …
Senior Prepares for Creative Future with Art Lounge Internship
Aquarius Lawson ‘18 didn’t have to go far from the Converse campus for a compelling internship experience. She spent her summer interning with The Art Lounge on East Main Street. …
Internship Takes Chemistry Major Into the World of Forensics
Mikayla Santoro ’18 spent her summer interning in the Toxicology Department of the SC Law Enforcement Division. With her future focused on pursuing a career in forensics and toxicology this …
Converse Mourns the Loss of Trustee and Friend, Rob Chapman
The Converse community mourns the loss of Spartanburg community leader and long-time Converse supporter, Robert H. “Rob” Chapman III, who died August 23, 2017. Chapman served on Converse College’s Board …