Many people know economics is commonly referred to as the “Dismal Science,” but why is this? Thanks to my History of Economic Ideas class, I now know why! No, it’s not because economics is boring, as many people believe this…
It’s no secret that textbook shopping sucks. Yes, it’s a great business to be in for the publishers and bookstores, but as a college student, I hate that I’m expected to pay hundreds of dollars for textbooks that I’m only…
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The month-long excitement of the World Cup has winded down, Spain emerging as the winner in an intense game played on Sunday. Throughout the month, various blogs I follow have posted on a variety of issues concerning the games, and…
Last month, Panera opened a nonprofit restaurant in St. Louis. Instead of being charged normally for the food, customers are told to pay what they want. Essentially, the cashiers tell customers their orders’ suggested price based on the menu, and…
