Learning to Lead: Gavin McFadden ’25
First-generation grad and 2025 Intern of the Year Gavin McFadden ’25 took his internship with Spartanburg County Parks & Recreation to the next level, securing …
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Math and Democracy: Finding the Common Denominator
Converse University’s interdisciplinary courses and honors seminars are unique experiences that reach across departments and combine interesting, thought-provoking approaches that create something entirely new. This …
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 …
Converse Brings Alumni & Tradition Together at Founder’s Day & Reunion 2026
Written by Allison Reini On Friday, April 24, 2026, the Converse University community of students, staff, faculty, alumni, and friends of Converse gathered in Twichell …
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 …
Coming Home: Meet Converse Alumna Ann “Pickle” Fulton Walker ’76
Written by Amanda Mathis Being a Converse graduate wasn’t a choice that Ann just made – it was part of her legacy. Ann “Pickle” Fulton …
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 …
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 …
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, …