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Department of Languages, Cultures & Literatures

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The Department of Languages, Cultures & Literatures at Converse University explores diverse cultural practices and traditions and their intersections with literature. You will explore how these aspects shape and are shaped by cultural and societal changes. Our interdisciplinary approach helps students foster critical thinking and analytical skills that are applicable across various fields.

Converse is dedicated to cultivating a vibrant and intellectually stimulating academic environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a deep appreciation for the pursuit of knowledge.

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  • Communications and Media Studies
  • German Studies
  • Individualized Major
  • Hispanic Studies

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  • German Studies
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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 …

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Converse Celebrates High-Impact Experiential Learning at 2023 RISE Symposium

Converse held its second annual RISE Symposium during the week of April 10, 2023.  Open to all undergraduate, graduate and Converse II students, the RISE symposium empowers students to share …

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Converse Wins Outstanding Delegation Award at International Model NATO

By Joe Dunn For the 18th consecutive year, Converse took the Outstanding Delegation Award at International Model NATO during the February 2023 conference in Washington, DC. With an award in …

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Meet Our Faculty

Mirko M. Hall

Professor of German Studies, Faculty-in-Residence, Chair of Languages, Cultures, and Literatures

Kevin DeLapp

Harold E. Fleming Professor of Philosophy

Joe Dunn

Charles A. Dana Professor of History and Politics

Angela Elder

Associate Professor of History

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

Rafael Hernández

Reeves Brothers Professor of Hispanic Studies

Jeffrey Howard

Assistant Professor of English and Director of the University Writing Center

Stefania Licata

Assistant Professor of Hispanic Studies

Erin E. Templeton

Dean of the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Professor of English

Edward Woodfin

George Dean Johnson, Jr., Chair of History; Nisbet Honors Program Co-Director

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.

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Erin E. Templeton
Dean of the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
864.596.9086
erin.templeton@converse.edu
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