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Department of Leadership

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Our graduate students are innovative leaders, creative thinkers, and doers who are ready for the next step in their professional journey.

Take the next step in advancing your education or exploring a new path at Converse – a nationally recognized and regionally accredited doctoral university.

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A Kaleidoscope of Sounds And Friendship Spanning Nearly 30 Years

February 7, 2025

Written by Amanda Mathis The sound of music is in the hills of Germany’s Black Forest region, and for 29 years, each Fall brings in classical music performances, filling the …

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Converse Announces 2025 Faculty Tenure & Promotions

February 3, 2025

In recognition of their commitment to teaching, scholarly and/or creative achievements, and service, the Converse University Board of Trustees has awarded promotion and tenure to three faculty members. Converse University …

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MAT Alumna Publishes Novel

December 13, 2024

Shelvie “Elie” Hart ’21 (MAT Middle-Level Language Arts) has published a novel under the pseudonym Shelby Oval. Out of Embers and Shadows is Book 1 of the Shadowfire Series. Oval …

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Lee Givins

Associate Professor of Education, Chair of Professional Leadership

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Aaron Peterson

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