Converse Hosts Inaugural Homecoming Week
Written by Brooke Haazer ’25 Converse University made history this year by hosting its inaugural Homecoming Week, held from October 28 to November 2, 2024. This milestone event brought together …
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Converse Volleyball Wins Conference Carolinas Tournament Championship
The Converse University volleyball team demolished UNC Pembroke 3-0 on November 23, 2024, to claim their first Conference Carolinas Tournament Championship. With this win, Converse advances to their first-ever NCAA …
Converse Revitalizes Giving Societies to Inspire Impact
Written by Lindsay Bartholomew Since its founding, the Converse experience has been enriched by the gifts of generous alumni, parents, faculty and staff, friends, and community partners who believe in …
Valkyries to Host Conference Carolinas Volleyball Championships for First Time in History
On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, the Converse University volleyball team defeated Lees-McRae 3-2 and clinched a share of the Conference Carolinas Northwest Division Championship. This is Converse’s first championship since joining …
Converse Spotlighted in 2025 U.S. News & World Report
Written by Karen Rhodes Converse University has been recognized on three U.S. News & World Report lists in the organization’s 2025 Best Colleges rankings. Converse earned high marks in the three categories, ranking 15th …
Dr. Ray Royalty: A Natural Leader Supporting Converse Students
Written by Amanda Mathis Decades Of Service Dr. Ray Royalty’s military journey began in his early years, growing up near the Panama Canal Zone. He hails from an established military …
Hurricane Helene Has Not Stopped Converse University
Written by Amanda Mathis A month after Hurricane Helene slammed through Spartanburg County and then onto Western North Carolina, hundreds are still trying to return to “normal” life. The life-changing …
Converse Hosts 2024 Blessing of the Animals
Converse University’s Office of Spiritual Life hosted its annual Blessing of the Animals on October 17, 2024, on the Montgomery patio. This is the third year this beloved event has …
Jessie Arce ’25 Awarded Jo Anne J. Trow Undergraduate Scholarship
Converse University Interior Design major, Jessie Arce ’25 (Nisbet Honors) was awarded the Jo Anne J. Trow Undergraduate Scholarship by The Board of Directors of Alpha Lambda Delta. Arce previously served …