Converse University Holds 2026 Summer Research Symposium
Converse University held its annual Summer Research Symposium on August 11, 2026. This event showcased students who participated in faculty-mentored summer research projects. Director of …
Leadership & Service
Converse Graduates Earn Recognition for Impact on Spartanburg Schools
Written by Michelle Bowen We’re proud to celebrate three Converse University Master of Education alumni whose dedication to education has earned recognition across Spartanburg County. …
Gillian White Goodrich ’68 Selected as 2026 Dexter Edgar Converse Recipient
Written by Amanda Mathis Dedication, leadership, and philanthropy. These are three of many words that describe our recent Dexter Edgar Converse recipient, Gillian White Goodrich …
Converse University Hosts Third Annual Carolinas College Food Insecurity Summit
Written by Michelle Bowen On Saturday, October 3, 2026, Converse University welcomed faculty, staff, and student leaders from 18 colleges across North and South Carolina …
Dr. Gilliam Featured Presenter at SC Women in Higher Education Virtual Series
Dr. Keshia Jackson Gilliam ’05, Associate Vice President and Director of Human Resources at Converse University, was invited to speak in September 2026 at the …
A Long and Continuing Journey: Bert King ’26
Written by Chris Worthy Bert King ’26 is on a path of lifelong learning. “It’s a long journey.” Indeed, Bert King, EdD ’26 has been …
Out of the Lecture Hall & Into The Classroom: Meet Daniel McCutcheon ’25
Written by Amanda Mathis Behind almost every great group of students is an even greater teacher who kindles a passion for learning. At Pine Street …
Converse Mourns the Loss of Former Board of Trustees Member Bee Smith Maybank ’66
Written by Amanda Mathis Beatrice “Bee” Smith Maybank ’66 served with grace throughout her life. The Converse alumna and past Board of Trustees member passed away in …
Jaxon Wright ’26 Found His Teams at Converse
Written by Chris Worthy Jaxon Wright ’26 is on the move, often literally. He is a long-distance runner, an accomplished student headed to graduate school, …