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CSAW | Center for the Study of the American West

West Texas A&M University | Center for the Study of the American West
Welcome!

CSAW’s purpose is to promote regional sense-of-place and regional literacy, to promote excellent scholarship on our region, to support WT faculty and student research on the American West, and to train students as regional leaders.

At CSAW, we are committed to exploring the rich history, culture, and landscape of the American West and the Southern Plains. Through interdisciplinary research, engaging events, and educational opportunities, we promote regional literacy and cultivate a strong sense of place. Whether you're a faculty member, student, or member of the public, we invite you to join us in celebrating and studying this unique region. Explore our website to learn more about our events, internships, research opportunities, and how you can support our mission.

Events

CSAW features the biannual Nall Lectures and numerous other informative and provocative scholarly and artistic events.

CSAW Speaker
Student Leadership

CSAW’s internships support WT students and support the region.

CSAW Students
Research

CSAW awards research grants to WT faculty and students as well as to visiting researchers; CSAW also awards an annual book prize

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