Have you ever longed for inspired moments of reflection and insight, in dialogue with gifted professors and peers, but without exams or term papers?

The Executive and Alumni Seminars are open to Seattle University alumni and other college graduates in the Seattle area who seek a high-quality learning experience, stimulating discussions of life's deeper questions, and the companionship of other active minds.

Taught by Arts and Sciences faculty and special guests, each quarter-long seminar examines a great theme or set of issues in human experience. Discussions center around assigned readings or films that take 2-3 hours per week to complete. Participants are encouraged to make connections between the course materials and real concerns encountered in their daily lives and work.

2009-2010 Seminar Topics

Spirituality for the Twenty-First Century - Fall 2009
The interest in spirituality among Americans has grown during the past decade, and Seattle University faculty are among the leaders in this field. In reponse to requests from... Read more

Contemporary Global Novels - Winter 2010
As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, we strive to learn about the various cultures and perspective around the globe.  One of Seattle University's most popular...  Read more…

Classics of World Cinema - Spring 2010
This seminar marks the return to one of our most poular seminar topics of the past: great films.  With a new Film Studies major in it's first year at Seattle University and a new... Read more…

The seminars are designed to fit the schedules of busy professionals as well as those with leisure. Participants meet on six weekday evening per quarter (about twice per month) for 2 1/2 hours in a relaxed environment on campus. Refreshments are served. The quarterly registration fee is $375, this fee covers books, instruction, refreshments and parking.  If you have questions or would like to register for one of our quarterly seminars, call 206-296-5327, or email alumniseminars@seattleu.edu.