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 …
Alumni
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, …
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 …
Global Advocate Jody Cole ’84 to Speak at Converse Founder’s Day Celebration
Entrepreneur, philanthropist, global advocate, and 1984 graduate Jody Cole will be the 2026 Founder’s Day keynote speaker at Converse University on Friday, April 24. This annual celebration …
Converse Wins Outstanding Delegation Award at National Model Arab League
Written by Dr. Joe Dunn The Converse Model Arab League delegation flooded the stage in purple as they won the Outstanding Delegation award at the …
Trauma Therapy for First Responders: Sarah Farnaby ’99 and Bruce the Therapy Dog
Written by Chris Worthy First responders often meet people who are experiencing their worst day. Healthcare providers, fire fighters, law enforcement and others who run …
Sutton Stracke ’93 Takes Center Stage Again at Converse
Written by Amanda Mathis Coming home to Converse, Sutton Stracke joined many of her classmates and the Converse College for Women (CCW) for our 5th annual Women’s …
From First Step to Full Circle: The Opportunity that Empowered Two Generations
Written by Lindsay Bartholomew When Helen Williams Robinson ’78 was considering college, Converse wasn’t part of the plan. But thanks to donor support and the …
Converse Announces 2026 Alumni Achievement Award Winners
During Reunion weekend, Converse University’s Alumni Association Board recognizes and celebrates our alumni. Awards are presented to outstanding alumni who demonstrate high levels of achievement …