Converse Mourns the Loss of MMFT Co-Founder Jim Rentz Sr.
Beloved by his Converse students and colleagues for his compassionate nature and gift for teaching, Rev. Dr. James N. “Jim” Rentz Sr. passed away on …
Announcements
Steven Graff Appointed Inaugural Zimmerli Professor of Piano
Written by Karen Rhodes In recognition of his mentorship, transformative teaching, and impact in and out of the classroom, Dr. Steven Graff was recently named …
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. …
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 Presents the 2026-2027 Carlos Moseley Chamber Music Series
Converse University is celebrating its 45th season of the Carlos Moseley Chamber Music Series. This series of concerts features world-renowned musicians in the intimate venue …
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’s Stefania Licata Recognized for Excellence in Teaching
Written by Karen Rhodes The South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) has recognized Converse University Associate Professor of Hispanic Studies Dr. Stefania Licata as …
Nominations Open for 2027 Converse University Athletic Hall of Fame
The Converse University Athletics Department is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Hall of Fame Class. The Converse University Athletics Hall of Fame was established to recognize …
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 …