Meeting Program
Invitation
The Department of Social Sciences at Texas A&M International University cordially invites you to join us at Southwestern Division of the Association of American Geographers (SWAAG) 2023, taking place in Laredo, Texas, at the La Posada Hotel on November 2-3, 2023. The registration and abstract submission portal are now up! Fees for this year are the same as last year’s wonderful meeting in Fayetteville. Additionally, the folks at La Posada have given us a great offer on rooms ($98/night) that comes with a complimentary hot breakfast. Use the code SWAAG to score that excellent deal!
We kick off the conference with a meet-and-greet on Wednesday night (11/01) at either Cultura Beer Garden or Café Radical, both conveniently located within walking distance from our conference hotel, La Posada. Engaging paper and poster sessions will take place on Thursday (11/02) and Friday (11/03), followed by the highly anticipated annual SWAAG GeoBowl on Thursday night (don't forget to register here!).
During Thursday’s carne asada lunch, we are honored to present Dr. Gary Langham, the Executive Director of the AAG, as as our keynote speaker. This year, the speech will focus on incorporating students and community colleges in the AAG/SWAAG fold. The closing banquet on Friday will be a celebration of accomplishments and an opportunity for networking, featuring some entertainment to enhance the evening’s festivities.
Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of the historic venue, nestled in downtown Laredo on picturesque San Agustín Plaza, offering a scenic view of the Río Grande/Río Bravo international border. The surroundings and urban landscape alone make this event a worthwhile experience. Explore Laredo during your stay. In addition, we have planned an exciting field trip on Saturday morning to explore “Energy Landscapes of South Texas.” This $40 trip promises to offer a unique and insightful experience for all participants.
Traveling to Laredo is convenient, as we are situated at the beginning/terminus of I-35. Multiple affordable flights to and from Laredo from DFW and IAH airports ensure easy air access. Flights in and out of Dallas via American Airlines and those from Houston via United should serve anyone wishing to come by air. Should you have any inquiries or require further assistance, please feel free to reach out to Andy Hilburn.
We kick off the conference with a meet-and-greet on Wednesday night (11/01) at either Cultura Beer Garden or Café Radical, both conveniently located within walking distance from our conference hotel, La Posada. Engaging paper and poster sessions will take place on Thursday (11/02) and Friday (11/03), followed by the highly anticipated annual SWAAG GeoBowl on Thursday night (don't forget to register here!).
During Thursday’s carne asada lunch, we are honored to present Dr. Gary Langham, the Executive Director of the AAG, as as our keynote speaker. This year, the speech will focus on incorporating students and community colleges in the AAG/SWAAG fold. The closing banquet on Friday will be a celebration of accomplishments and an opportunity for networking, featuring some entertainment to enhance the evening’s festivities.
Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of the historic venue, nestled in downtown Laredo on picturesque San Agustín Plaza, offering a scenic view of the Río Grande/Río Bravo international border. The surroundings and urban landscape alone make this event a worthwhile experience. Explore Laredo during your stay. In addition, we have planned an exciting field trip on Saturday morning to explore “Energy Landscapes of South Texas.” This $40 trip promises to offer a unique and insightful experience for all participants.
Traveling to Laredo is convenient, as we are situated at the beginning/terminus of I-35. Multiple affordable flights to and from Laredo from DFW and IAH airports ensure easy air access. Flights in and out of Dallas via American Airlines and those from Houston via United should serve anyone wishing to come by air. Should you have any inquiries or require further assistance, please feel free to reach out to Andy Hilburn.
REgistration now Open!
All are invited to attend and submit a paper or poster for our 24th SWAAG Annual Meeting, and we eagerly look forward to welcoming you to Laredo, Texas this fall! Prepare yourself for an exceptional conference experience that combines academic enrichment, cultural immersion, and memorable networking opportunities.
Registration is through AAG. You do not need to be an AAG member to register. Non AAG members must create an account (free of charge) and then register for SWAAG. For returning AAG members, simply log in and continue.
YOU MUST REGISTER BEFORE SUBMITTING AN ABSTRACT TO SWAAG.
Registration is through AAG. You do not need to be an AAG member to register. Non AAG members must create an account (free of charge) and then register for SWAAG. For returning AAG members, simply log in and continue.
YOU MUST REGISTER BEFORE SUBMITTING AN ABSTRACT TO SWAAG.
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Early registration (through 15 September 2022) Normal registration (through 1 October 2022) Late registration (through 15 October 2022) |
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