Office of the President

January 2025

Converse University is an institution rooted in its mission to empower students to become transformative leaders who see clearly, decide wisely, and act justly. We are a place where timeless values, new ideas, and varied perspectives converge, and our interactions should reflect an openness to be considerate of one another’s viewpoints.

Every New Year, millions of us look forward to the promise of new beginnings. New Year’s isn’t just a countdown to midnight; it’s a time to pause and reflect on where we’ve been and how we’ve grown. 

Whether maintaining excellence in academic programs, investing in campus improvements, providing scholarships, or responding to unforeseen challenges, donor contributions are essential. 

While we work towards building a vibrant, sustainable future, your gifts bridge the gap between when tuition revenue ends in early February and running the institution through the end of the fiscal year.

Your steadfast commitment ensures that generations of students experience the power of a Converse education — now and forever.

Student success is at the center of everything we do. We hold fast to the history and mission of Converse, and together we will continue pursuing our vision of providing rich educational experiences that ignite creativity, innovation, and transformation and that are open to all. I am excited to see what we will accomplish together in the coming months.

Here’s to another year of inspiring creativity, innovation, and transformation. May we continue to build a bright future for Converse together.

Boone J. Hopkins, Ph.D.

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