About this Event
Attend In Person or Online!
Can't make it to UNBC? No problem! Join Dr. Liam Kelly's free public lecture from anywhere through Microsoft Teams.
When registering, simply choose your preferred attendance option:
- In-Person Admission: Room 8-166, UNBC Prince George Campus
- Online Admission: Microsoft Teams (joining instructions will be provided to registered attendees)
Why Do Uber Prices Skyrocket and Store Shelves Go Empty?
Uber Surge Pricing, Toilet Paper Shortages, and the Economics of Supply and Demand
Ever wondered why an Uber ride suddenly costs twice as much? Or why toilet paper disappeared from store shelves when everyone needed it most?
There's an economic explanation behind it all, and it's more interesting than you might think!
Join the UNBC School of Economics for an engaging public lecture with Dr. Liam Kelly, where everyday situations become the perfect examples of how economics works in the real world.
No economics background? No problem! This session is designed to make economics relatable, practical, and easy to understand.
What Will You Discover?
- Why Prices Skyrocket: Explore why rideshare prices increase when demand is high.
- Why Shortages Happen: Understand why everyday essentials sometimes disappear from store shelves.
- Who Gets What, and Why? Discover how markets decide who gets access to limited resources.
- Economics in Everyday Life: Learn how supply and demand influence the decisions we make every day.
You'll walk away with a fresh perspective on how the world works and a practical toolkit for understanding markets, prices, and shortages.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Location: Room 8-166, UNBC Prince George Campus
Format: In person and online via Microsoft Teams
Admission: FREE
Who Should Attend?
- High school students curious about economics, business, or how the world works.
- Undergraduate students from any program.
- Anyone interested in understanding everyday economic decisions.
Why Attend?
Economics isn't just about money, graphs, or textbooks. It's about people, choices, and understanding the world around us.
Whether you're exploring your future university studies or simply curious about why things cost what they do, this lecture is for you!
Ready to discover economics in action?
Reserve your FREE spot today and join us in person at UNBC or online through Microsoft Teams!
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Event venue & nearby stays
Room 8-166, University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), 3333 University Way, Prince George, Canada
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