Western American Studies
Todd Guenther, professor
(307) 855-2142
Jim Thurman, professor 307-855-2174
Helsha Acuna, professor 307-855-2240
Email: Western American Studies
The Western American Studies program utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to explore the history, prehistory, anthropology and geography of the peoples that have lived near or crossed the Continental Divide –the “backbone of the continent” – at South Pass in the central Rocky Mountains.
Important Dates
- Registration for Spring Semester classes begins Nov. 12
Important Links
- Native American Studies
- Outdoor Education
- Degree options for Western American Studies
- Social Sciences
Program includes many disciplines, including art, history, Native Studies
The program examines how geography along the Great Divide has defined the local human experience; assesses the racial, religious and cultural divides that have sometimes created chasms between peoples from prehistoric times to the present.
This multi-cultural program provides a solid social science foundation to facilitate successful transfer to four year institutions of higher learning, and inspires a sense of pride in, enriched understanding of, and appreciation for the heritage of this area.