Nov 2
THE ECONOMICS OF ALTRUISM
Thu, November 2, 2017
• 4:30pm
- 5:15pm (45m) • Library Athenaeum
'The Economics Behind Social Issues of Today' Talk Series
'The Economics of Altruism'
by Jonathan Lafky, Assistant Professor of Economics
What motivates people to behave selflessly? What does it even mean to be selfless? Professor Lafky will examine some of the ways in which economists model altruism, and discuss implications for economic behavior, especially charitable giving.
Refreshments served.
Event Contact: Sara Nielsen