Meet the 26-27 Converse Opera Guest Director Elizabeth Margolius ’90
Converse University’s Petrie School of Music welcomes back Elizabeth Margolius ‘90 for a second term as Alumni Guest Opera Director for the 26-27 school year. …
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‘Creativity That Works’ Offers Students Career Skills as They Pursue Passions
Written by Chris Worthy At Converse University, students hone their crafts in the classroom, but their education doesn’t stop at perfecting technique or finding their …
Meet Cary Perkins ’96: 2026-2027 Alumni Association Board President
Written by Lindsay Bartholomew Cary graduated from Converse in 1996 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and went on to receive a Master of Architecture …
Keshia Jackson Gilliam ’05 Joins CUPA-HR SC Committee
Dr. Keshia Jackson Gilliam ’05, Associate Vice President and Director of Human Resources, has been selected as a 2026-2027 Committee Member for the national College …
Converse University Announces 2026-2027 Trustees
Converse University is pleased to welcome 4 new members to its esteemed Board of Trustees: Walter Goldsmith Walter Goldsmith, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is the CEO of …
Converse Celebrates the Life of Julia Jones Daniels ’53
Written by Chris Worthy Converse University mourns the loss of Julia Jones Daniels ’53. Daniels passed away on June 27, 2026. She leaves an enduring legacy and …
From Spain to Converse: Martin Burgos Gonzalez ’26 Excels in Athletics and Academics
Written by Dr. Jack Knipe Dr. Jack Knipe is the Director of the Master in Management, and the Assistant Professor of Leadership at Converse University. …
A Legacy of Purpose: Meet Melissa Daves Johnson ’69
Written by Lindsay Bartholomew For Melissa Daves Johnson ’69, Converse was never just a place – it was a beginning. “My journey after graduation is a …
Bella Martin ’26 Named 2026 Conference Carolinas Track & Field Scholar Athlete
All-Region honoree and 2026 Conference Carolinas hammer throw runner-up Bella Martin ’26 was recognized as the conference’s 2026 Outdoor Track & Field Scholar Athlete of …