Björklunden Offers Seminars on Film, Morality and More

From Aug. 28 to Sept. 2, Lawrence University’s Björklunden is offering these seminars: “A Closer Look: How and Why the Best Films of the Classic Era Still Matter Today” with Jack Rhodes, “What Makes Right Acts Right” with Terry Goode, “Everyday Herbalism: Backyard and Kitchen Remedies for Natural Health” with Jacquelyn Dobrinska, and “Espionage and Sabotage in WWII: Four Future CIA Directors Who Served in the OSS” with Douglas Waller.

The film seminar will explore and celebrate films of the classic period and examine American and British films of the classic era with regard to character development, the art of storytelling, directorial style, art direction, musical scoring, and the many other components that have combined to create memorable movies with powerful and lasting themes.

Everyone makes moral judgments: about war, murder, abortion, suicide, acts of heroism, kindness, and generosity. But, what is the basis for these judgments? A number of ethical theories have been proposed in the Western tradition to ground moral judgments. “What Makes Right Acts Right?” will examine the most important of these, explaining the underlying concepts upon which each relies.

“Espionage and Sabotage in WWII” will plunge into the secret world of four operatives for the Office of Strategic Services: Allen Dulles, Bill Casey, Bill Colby and Richard Helms.

As a correspondent for Newsweek and Time, Waller covered the Pentagon, Congress, the State Department, the White House and the CIA. Last year, Simon & Schuster released his latest book, Disciples: The World War Two Missions of the CIA Directors Who Fought for Wild Bill Donovan.

“Everyday Herbalism” is an experiential journey designed to empower participants in their health, happiness and wholeness. It is designed for anyone who would like to learn more about herbal medicine for things like more energy, better sleep, greater immunity and better digestion. The course investigates why herbs work, how to use them safely and skillfully, and how to make herbal medicines at home.

Seminar classes are held at Björklunden’s lodge, just south of Baileys Harbor, and meet weekday mornings and some evenings. For complete course descriptions, fees and registration dates, call 920.839.2216, email [email protected] or visit lawrence.edu/s/bjorklunden/bjorkseminars.