My UCLA Field Trip to the Aquarium of the Pacific

On early Saturday morning, while other academic economists are sleeping, consulting and/or thinking, I will be taking 34 UCLA Freshmen to the Aquarium of the Pacific.     Why am I doing this?   This is actually part of my teaching responsibilities.  Do I enjoy doing this?  We will see.  There better be a Starbucks there.   Is this why I got a Ph.D?  Perhaps.  At this late stage of my career, maybe this is the best use of my ample time. Why am I sharing this information with you?  To convey that there is a cost of spending one's life in the sunshine.   For adults who want to speak to me about economics issues, please look for me.  I will be the tall guy wearing the orange National University of Singapore hat and walking slowly with my cane.