Western Literature Association

10/08/2026

CFP Deadline: October 31, 2026

The Rural Women’s Studies Association and the Agricultural History Society will hold a joint conference at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND June 1-5, 2027. Scholars and students, artists and scientists, and community practitioners are invited to explore the theme “Identities, Landscape, Boundaries.” You can find more information about the joint conference and submit a proposal at the link.

2027 Agricultural History Society & Rural Women’s Studies Association Joint Conference Call For Proposals deadline EXTENDED TO OCTOBER 31, 2026! Theme: Identities, Landscape, Boundaries For their joint 2027 conference, the Rural Women’s Studies Association and the Agricultural History Society.....

09/14/2026

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08/24/2026

Hello, WLA-ers, we are only TWO days away from the start of what promises to be a fantastic conference in Eugene, Oregon, led by Kirby Brown. Check out the link to the website (https://westernlit.org/wla-conference-2026/) where you can find a downloadable PDF of the program and links to download our free, mobile conference app, Conference4Me. In the app you can build your own agenda and find up-to-the-minute messaging from the conference organizers. See you soon in beautiful Oregon!

07/08/2026

Hi folks! If you haven’t booked your hotel yet, it’s time to do that! Please book at the conference hotel if at all possible; we’ve negotiated competitive rates and the financial health of the organization depends upon meeting our contractual room blocks. We’re gathering at
The Graduate by Hilton-Eugene, Oregon
Rates: Single—$179/night, Double-$179, Triple—$199, Quad (Suite)-$219
Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-991-8903 and referring to booking code 936 or via the booking link: Western Literature Association Annual Conference – Guestroom Block.(Link in comments)

07/06/2026

Our partners at Travel Lane County have produced cool companion microsite for the Eugene 2026 conference which provides links to activities, events, restaurants, museums, art, book stores, hiking and rafting excursions, self-guided and professionally guided tours, and other information. Some guided events require advanced booking, so take a look around the site and book yours today! Link in comments.

06/30/2026

Happy Summer, WLA-ers! We can’t wait to see you soon in Eugene. Please remember to fully register and pay (on ConfTool) by July 15th to avoid being dropped from the program. That’s just two weeks away! Follow link in the comment and email with any questions.

06/15/2026

Hello WLA-ers! We’re so excited to host you soon at the 2026 conference in beautiful Eugene, Oregon. As you make your plans, please remember to fully register and pay (on ConfTool) by July 15th to avoid being dropped from the program. That’s just a month away! Follow link in the comments and email with any questions.

04/14/2026

Run, don’t walk, to your computer to submit your proposal to present at WLA 2026 in Tracktown USA (aka Eugene, Oregon). The extended deadline is only 24 hours away!! Links in comments.

03/31/2026

WLA 2026 proposal deadline extended to April 15! Submit those abstracts! Links in comments.

03/24/2026

Get those proposals submitted to present your work at the 2026 conference in Eugene! Picture yourself paddling along the beautiful Willamette River after you wow everyone with your presentation! Submission deadline is March 31st - link in comments.