Knows her stuff, though can be hard and intimidating. Wants to help but only if you've done the work and know stuff too. Not bad, just hard to get used to.

I have taken many classes with Professor Zihlman and despite what all these people are whining about, Adrienne is a very good teacher. These people that are whining clearly did not work for their grade. For success - follow directions, work hard, improve.

Zihlman is a great professor. Many sutdents hate on her because they are lazy and refuse to take responsibility that they do poorly in her classes because they don't put in the work that she demands. Zihlman is one of the few professors at UCSC who challenges you and makes you think critically!

I know I know, Alot of people probably gave Adrienne bad reviews but I think she was a really good professor, people hate on her because shes tough, but she really makes you think and doesnt hold your hand, shes not nice to students but why should she be, shes not supposed to be our friend.

Adrienne is a great professor. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field and is dedicated to helping students who really try. She doesn't waste her time with people who don't give it their all, which is why I think most students dislike her. Expect hard work from her, but it is worth it!

Adrienne is very knowledgable, obviously loves her work. doesn't like talking. From afar she seems to be a cold person, but when you talk to her, she's very helpful. love your TA, let them edit your t. paper, and see her in her office hours for one good conversation and you've got an A.

Professor Zilhman is possibly one of the firmest and hard pressing teachers I've come to encounter. Her attention to focus on detail is unique and inspired me to become and better learner and observer. I do believe she has certain control issues stemming from her but, overall, she's cool if you ge

Adrienne was interesting.Her lectures are ok,and she's pretty funny (dry).It's cool that she wrote the textbook (helpful) and if you do the homework and take notes in lecture you're pretty set. Section is really boring.The TAs are cool grad students tho, get them to grade your ppr.Not too hard an A.

tough class, lots of reading, be prepared to study a lot if you want to do well, falling asleep in class is really easy, tests are tough--you really need to know your stuff, but a good grade is possible if you work hard.

Adrienne is demanding. She is a dedicated teacher, tho many students found her obscure. The articles are manageable if you try. Office hours help

Her tests were hard but I learned a lot from her class. You have to pay attention and go to class and sections to do well. Overall, the class is a challenge but I thought it was worth it.

Teacher knows the material, she is a bit cynical. Addresses topics well in class, will assist outside of class. Assignments are clear but some are excessive. Good professor, she just doesnt appear very enthusiastic.

Anth 1 is the best class, but be ready to work HARD. Adrienne is a demanding teacher. She's got the "I was a women in this field when there weren't women in this field in Berkeley in the 60's, and if you're a woman you have to work ten times as hard to prove yourself" mentality. She will teach you to think critically, though, and write well.

Hard but good.

Adrienne, while being one of the scariest teachers I ever had at UCSC, knows her stuff. I learned a lot more in her class (mostly because I was terrified of her random questions to those who did not look awake enough, and at 8am who could blame them) than

Prof. Zilhman taught one of the most interesting courses I've ever taken. Yes, it was difficult but this was the only class that I got the most out of. It's been awhile since I've graduated but out of all the classes I took at UCSC, this was the class I got the most out of. Don't kiss her ass, but if you respect her, she'll respect you.

everyone rags on her WAY too much. your ta grades you anyway. she was a good lecturer, a bit boring and i fell asleep sometimes, but she had GREAT films, and the subject matter is very interesting. she cares a lot, and so should the students. come to class, go to section, color your pages [that part is dumb i'll admit] and you WILL pass.

She is difficult, yes, but clear in her high expectations. She gave immediate feedback and was the only professor I ever had who helped me really learn how to write well and think critically. One of my favorites!

Zihlman is BRILLIANT. It's obvious she knows her stuff, she's been in the field for years, and she's a very organized lecturer. The class is very hard, but this is college. Don't take it for the GE; there are much easier classes than this, but you will definitely learn a lot about phys anth if you care to. Expect a lot of interesting reading.

I was expecting something much worse after reading the other comments. Zihlman is stern but she knows what she's talking about and doesn't let anyone push her around. The workload was large but the grading was fair. TAs were very helpful.

Not that someone as brilliant as Zihlman needs my defence, but if any of these negative shmucks had taken the time to approach her and catch a glimpse of the passion she has for Anthropology, there is no way they would have remained so cynical and uninspired. She is stern and challenging, but will teach students who want to be taught.

Difficult, but passionate about her work and expects her students to engage with the material. Most people only know her from Anth 1, but to really appreciate her knowledge on the subject you have to take 101. Great feedback on papers. Love how she brings in current issues to class. Take this if you want to understand evolution/phys anthro better.

Her teaching is tough, and she has no interest in unmotivated students. But Zihlman's contribution to physical anthropology is invaluable. Her senior seminar on Chimpanzees was much more enjoyable than her LD class on Human Evolution. Go talk to her, she's really neat.

I'm not sure why I'm writing this almost 2 years after the fact, but you really have to listen to those who say that Professor Zihlman is incredible... if you get to know her. I have no idea why, but I decided to take that chimplass when I didn't know a damn thing about Physical anthro. She barely passed me. I still think it was a good experience.

I'm the person from the last rating. I guess we can't edit our ratings. Anyway, the class I took with her was the senior seminar on chimpanzees. It came out as a weird typo. Anyway, you have to be pretty damn stupid to take her class and expect an easy A. Those who complain about her already know this. She is far less rude in upper div. classes.

Phys. Anthro major class of '05. Zihlman by far was the best professor in Anthro Dept I've had. She pushes you and expects a lot from you. She is quite approachable, had her for 4 different classes, still thank her to this day for writing my law school recommendation.

She knows everything about the subject so well she can rattle off everything from memory, including the pages where things appear on all the readings and scholarly articles. Definitely not a class you want to take unless it's your major, but you will appreciate the learning experience if you survive the class.

Honestly the best class I have ever had. I worked my ass off for a B+ and it was worth it. She is simply the best in the field and is not given enough recognition. She spent time researching grad programs for me; she really cares, which is not the case with most professors. The top prof in this dept. hands down.

I was dreading taking this class. Theory of physical anthropology sounded horrible. But Adrienne made physical Anth engaging and interesting. Even though I got a B in her class I don't regret taking it for one second. She is amazingly helpful and although the class itself is difficult I found it rewarding.

A formidable woman who clearly knows her stuff. She's was a very dry lecturer for this l.d. class, so it will help if you have an interest in the material before you sign up for the class. Difficult class, but I respect her as an anthropologist. The only issue I had with her is that she is clearly obsessed with Darwin- she treats him like he is God

Adrienne is very knowledgeable, but extremely pretentious and rude towards students. Class is interesting, but you have to work very hard keep up. Worked my butt off for a B+. Very informative class, but miserable teacher-student relation.

Ater reading the other comments, it's clear they did not take advantage of office hours. She has been extremely helpful not only in explaining what she expects on tests and writings, but also helping me with grad school prep, field schools, and just sharing her experience. Yes she and the class are hard but worth the effort if you're into Phys Anth

Was very nervous to take this class and found it wonderful!! She really prepares you for the rest of your anthropology career if you focus on physical/biological. You MUST attend class and study. The coloring helps, even if it hurts your hand. She DOES tell you what will be on the test.

I can't understand the ratings below. I think they largely reflect the sorry state of undergraduate education rather than the flaws of a particular professor. Why would you expect someone to tell you exactly what is on the test? Surely we are there to learn and gain knowledge to understand the subject thoroughly. Fantastic professor, great class.

She is the best professor I've had so far at UCSC. She is brilliant and inspiring and honestly the only complaint I have about the class are the obnoxious undergrads who constantly complained about how "hard and mean" she was. People need to get over it, she is intelligent and is truly passionate about the subjects she teaches and is very helpful.

Zihlman was the best professor I ever had. Her class might be difficult;however, you'll feel a lot smarter once the class is over. Tests are difficult and the coloring is useful, but you'll waist a lot of time. I probably failed the course, but I would take her class again if I need retake it!

Do not take a class with her if you are not passionate about the subject. If you are, THERE IS NOTHING BETTER YOU CAN DO FOR YOURSELF! Zihlman is a God of her work. She is brilliant. She is so brilliant. Try keeping up with her and regardless of your grade, you will begin to think of the world in ways that you never have before. Zihlman, you rule.

This was my 3rd Zhlman class and I loved it (as well as the others). She is terrifying and amazing. I wouldn't change her for the world. Go to her office hours and study more than you've ever studied before! It is tough, but you will learn so much from her. She expects a lot from her students, so she will call you out on your BS.