59th Western Literature Association Conference
Words of Fire: Honoring the Multicultural Western Narrative
Where: OKANA Resort and Indoor Waterpark
When: September 21st – September 24th, 2025
Description: Situated next to the First Americans Museum and built by the Chickasaw Nation, the Okana Hotel celebrates and honors the rich cultural tapestry of the region. Oklahoma’s history is a testament to Indigenous resilience and empowerment amidst a complex multicultural landscape.
The conference theme seeks to explore the transformative power of words across diverse cultural narratives. We aim to (re)center multiculturalism in the western narrative, examining how diverse histories have shaped and continue to influence our understanding of western literature.
Institution: Western Literature Association
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