Coming Home: Meet Converse Alumna Ann “Pickle” Fulton Walker ’76
Written by Amanda Mathis Being a Converse graduate wasn’t a choice that Ann just made – it was part of her legacy. Ann “Pickle” Fulton …
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Knowledge Alchemy: Interdisciplinary Courses Expand Horizons & Inspire Lifelong Learning
Written by Chris Worthy Pottery and chemistry? Biology and poetry? They go together like peanut butter and jelly – or maybe math and democracy. When …
Nisbet Honors Program: A Quarter Century of Learning and Community
Written by Chris Worthy Marie Durflinger ’26 (Nisbet Honors) overflows with curiosity. Learning – now and for life – is a passion for her. And …
Angela Brobson ’23 Receives Fulbright U.S. Student Program Award
Written by Chris Worthy Angela Brobson ’23 (Nisbet Scholar) is ready for a whirlwind year. She is among the fewer than 2,000 recent college graduates, …
Former Governor David Beasley to Speak at 2026 Converse Commencement
David Beasley, distinguished leader, humanitarian, and former Governor of South Carolina (1995-1999), will serve as the Undergraduate Commencement speaker at Converse University on Saturday, May 23, 2026. …
Transfer Agreement Opens Doors for Converse Students & Spartanburg Community College
A new transfer agreement between Converse University and Spartanburg Community College (SCC) will enhance student success, increase access to higher education, and strengthen workforce readiness …
Experiential Learning for Community Impact: Converse University & Teachers Up
Written by Chris Worthy Apprenticeship Program Puts Education Students in the Classroom In elementary school, Carlee Turner ’29, spent hours after school participating in a …
Professor Tekulve and MFA Alumni Collaborate on Anthology
Redhawk Publications released Appalachian Grit Lit Anthology, featuring a powerful story, “Ostriches” by award-winning Spartanburg author, and Converse University Associate Professor of English Susan Tekulve, and edited by …
Dr. Peterson Publishes Third Book
Dr. Aaron Peterson, Director of the Doctorate in Professional Leadership and Assistant Professor of Leadership at Converse University, recently published his third book ,Captain Pike in …