You will be expected to use an economic concept and/or theory discussed in class or written in the textbook to explain a facet of your life that relates to Economic concepts we are studying. In other words, how does what we learn in class relate to you and/or affect your life. For example, what is your opportunity cost of being in class this semester? The subject of the paper may have a corresponding article from the internet, newspaper or magazine that ties the subject to the paper.

Each paper should be a minimum of two and a maximum of three double-spaced typed sheets of paper. Students must develop their paper independently from fellow students. All sources must be cited appropriately.