President Laurie A. Carter | Official website
President Laurie A. Carter | Official website
Registration is now open for the 2024 summer seminars at Björklunden, Lawrence University's northern campus and retreat center. Located just south of Baileys Harbor in Door County, this venue offers opportunities for learners to engage in various subjects while enjoying the natural beauty of its 441-acre site along Lake Michigan.
The seminars are open to the public and led by experts in academia, arts, and culture. Participants can explore topics such as history, literature, arts, sciences, and contemporary society.
Among this year's highlights are seminars led by Terry Moran '82 from ABC News on the 2024 presidential campaign; Marjorie Graham on Winifred C. Boynton’s art; Bronwyn Mauldin on democracy-themed literature; Tim Crain on historic relationships between Russia and Ukraine and Israel and Palestine; and Charlotte Lukes on mushroom identification. These are part of more than 20 seminars available.
“I’m very excited about this year’s lineup of summer seminars,” said Thomas McKenzie '95, director of Björklunden. “For anyone wanting to expand their horizons while soothing their mind and spirit in a peaceful setting, Björklunden offers an enlightening way to enjoy the majesty of Door County in summer.”
Seminars start Sunday evening and end Friday afternoon with three participation options: Residents who lodge and dine at Björklunden; commuters who join for Sunday dinner and lunches; or auditors who pay only for tuition without lodging or meals. Meals are prepared by resident chef Alex Reina. Attendees have flexible afternoons to explore trails, spend time in the lodge, tour the chapel, participate in optional programs, or discover Door County's cultural offerings.
Details about Björklunden's fall seminar series will be released in March.
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