Family builds on Converse tradition
By Gary Glancy for the Spartanburg Herald-Journal There was a time when it would have seemed improbable that Dena Gomez or her two daughters would ever be taking part in …
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Converse Valkyries Hire Impressive Basketball and Volleyball Coaches
The Converse College Valkyries athletic program has new coaches to lead its basketball and volleyball teams to new heights. Joanna Tincher is the new Valkyries basketball coach and Heather Sulkowski …
Exhibit of Works by Converse Professor of Printmaking Showcases Spartanburg-based Sights
Written by Beverly Knight for the Spartanburg Herald-Journal “Spartan’scapes,” an exhibit of works by Andrew Blanchard, opened July 1 and continues at the Chapman Culture Center’s Guild Gallery (Spartanburg, South …
Creating a Pipeline for Math and Science Professionals
Converse is answering the call to generate more American citizens in science and math fields through a new scholarship program with an innovative learning twist. Teaming with the Carroll and …
Visual Arts Workshop Attracts High School Students from Three States
From June 8-13, eight rising 10th, 11th and 12th graders from three states (Texas, Georgia and South Carolina) were on the Converse campus to take part in the college’s Visual …
CSI Converse: High School Crew Follows Clues to Solve Mock Murder on Campus
***This article appeared in the June 13th edition of the Spartanburg Herald Journal and was written by Gary Glancy*** Slumped onto a table while still seated in her chair at …
Are the Odds in Your Favor?
By Converse II graduate Martha Miller Lottery ads practically permeate many of the country’s rural and urban landscapes. They’re plastered on gas station and convenience store windows, posted at most …
Ethiopian Students Parlay Converse Experience into Prominent Graduate School Placements
**This story, written by Gary Glancy, appears courtesy of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal While most Americans’ lasting impressions of Ethiopia have revolved around images of famine and poverty, Converse College has …
Converse Leads South Carolina Private Colleges and Universities in Funded Research Projects
When the 20-member South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) consortium announced its summer research funding campaign, Converse College students led the way with more projects and funding awarded than …