The Center for the Teaching of America's Western Foundations exists to supplement Mercer University's excellent liberal arts program with a redoubled commitment to the foundational texts and ideas which have shaped Western Civilization and the American political order.

What's New

This year, the Center is hosting two faculty-student reading groups.  The first will focus on Benjamin Franklin's Autobiography.  The second will examine the Essays of Michel de Montaigne.  These groups are made possible by a generous grant from the Apgar Foundation.

Opportunities

The Center’s programming includes an annual lecture series and academic conference, high school teacher and student workshops, faculty-student reading groups, and undergraduate research fellowships.

Summer Events

In Summer of 2012, the Center will be conducting two programs.  In June, there will be a two-week Great Books program for High School Teachers.  Then, in July (8-13), there will be a one-week Great Books program for High School Students.

Support Us

To make a financial contribution to The Center, please click here.  You will be directed to the University Advancement Page, where you can click the "other" box and indicate that your gift is for The Center for The Teaching of America's Western Foundations.