Theatre & Dance Department Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement

Theatre & Dance Converse’s mission is to create a community built on celebrating and acknowledging our differences, creating belonging, and using our creativity to open others to new perspectives. We condemn any form of bias, discrimination, hatred or bigotry.

As Converse University educators and students, we strive to be leaders – change makers who create a more inclusive world with our art. We recognize that this work is not perfect, and it is ongoing, but we acknowledge and are committed to our unique ability as artists to support it.

Every student’s life experience, educational journey, and voice will be recognized and supported by our Theatre & Dance community through our casting, classes and productions.

Theatre & Dance Faculty and Staff

Valerie MacPhail

Associate Professor of Voice and Assistant Director of the Petrie School of Music