Converse Hosts Fifth Annual RISE Symposium
Converse University held the 2026 RISE (Research, Internship, and ArtS Experiential Learning) Symposium from April 13 through April 27, 2026. The 2026 RISE Symposium had a record …
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The Converse MMFT: Helping the Next Generation of Therapists Find Purpose & Career Connection
Written by Chris Worthy The Path to a Rewarding Future Woody McCutcheon ’26 said a combination of personal tragedies and professional setbacks caused him to …
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 …
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 …
Behind The Curtains: How Puppets Made An Impact On Professor Meg Hanna-Tominaga
Written by Amanda Mathis Thirty years ago, on a Sunday evening, you would find Professor Meg Hanna-Tominaga’s family gathered for dinner to watch one of …
Converse Joins Big Mo in Expanding Access to College
Converse has joined the Spartanburg Academic Movement (SAM) and Movement 2030 as a partner to Big Mo, a local program designed to support every senior …