Seattle University Conversations
Today’s leaders on today’s topicsAbout Seattle University Conversations
Seattle University Conversations, the quarterly series presented by the Department of Public Affairs and Nonprofit Leadership, brings local, regional, and national leaders to the stage for in-depth discussions on critical current issues.
Consul General of Finland Minna Laajava breaks down happiness in this edition of Seattle University Conversations. Journalist Joni Balter and Seattle University economics and public affairs student Naho Umitani find out about the “infrastructure of happiness”, including how culture, public policy, trust in institutions, and resiliency have helped name Finland as the happiest country in the world for eight consecutive years by the World Happiness Report.
Guest:
Minna Laajava, Consul General of Finland in Los Angeles
Moderators:
Joni Balter, Seattle U Conversations Host & Multimedia Journalist
Naho Umitani, Seattle University student




























































