The Department of English
Converse’s Department of English is a vibrant hub for literary exploration, critical thinking, and creative expression. Our dedicated faculty creates diverse courses across a broad span of historical periods, genres, and traditions. The department offers a range of opportunities to delve into literature’s vast tapestry, from classic texts to contemporary works.
Students can cultivate their writing abilities across various genres and styles and develop their abilities in critical thinking, writing, and public speaking.
Programs Offered
Beyond the Classroom
Converse Announces 2025 Faculty Tenure & Promotions
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 …
Dr. Jeffrey Howard Wins 2024 SCICU Excellence in Teaching Award
Dr. Jeffrey G. Howard, Assistant Professor of English and Director of the Converse University Writing Center, was honored at the South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities faculty awards in Columbia, …
Ellen Bryant Voigt ’64 Publishes ‘Collected Poems’
Ellen Bryant Voigt ’64, MacArthur Fellow, Pulitzer Prize finalist, and former Poet Laureate of Vermont recently published a definitive collection of more than five decades of work. David Baker from …
Meet Our Faculty
Laura Feitzinger Brown
Associate Professor of English, Director of Arts and Humanities and Nisbet Honors Program Co-Director, Chair of the English Department
Emily Harbin
Associate Professor of English, Chair of the Department of English
Jeffrey Howard
Assistant Professor of English and Director of the University Writing Center
Erin E. Templeton
Dean of the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Professor of English
The School of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Our programs will introduce you to different approaches to the questions confronting us in the increasingly complicated landscape of professional and personal opportunity that awaits you.
Contact Us
Erin E. Templeton
Dean of the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
864.596.9086
erin.templeton@converse.edu
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