she struck a good balance between theory and real-world stuff and explained things really well. if you need a poli sci class, i'd definitely recommend this one.

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One of the best teachers I've ever had

Classes and discussions interesting. Professor very knowledgable in Poly Sci. Always willing to help and responds quickly to email.

Professor Roberts really knows her stuff. You can learn a lot from her if you just pay attention in class and do the assignments.

i loved prof roberts's class. she's extremely intelligent and really knows her stuff. i learned a lot in this class. there is a lot of reading, but it's pretty interesting stuff.

This was an amazingly good class if u want to learn something. the teacher knows a ton and you can certainly learn a lot. However there is a lot of reading involved and you should not take this class if you dont like political science. If you dont do the readings you will be screwed.

GREAT prof for serious students.

Excellent professor if you've got an interest in the field. Knows a tremendous amount about the subject and is very helpful to serious students. Not a professor to be taken if you want an easy A or are taking a class to fill a requirement. If you're a poli sci major you really should take her.

She definitely deserves more credit. I truly enjoyed her class and the charisma she brought to it, and learned a ton. However, If you don't do the (large amounts of) reading, you won't agree.

Exams are fair. She demands a lot of work and requires a lot of reading. She loves what she does and doesn't mind taking time out to help you. If you are a serious student then take a class she teaches. However, if you are just trying to complete a requirement then you ought to avoid her. I strongly recommend her for SERIOUS students only! jmc

She knows...everything. Only take this class if you're serious about IR. She might diverge, but you will come out having learned your stuff. Dedicateed and passionate, even if eccentric. Don't let her scare you, but don't go near her if youre lazy or like to "get by." A testament that Hunter has serious scholars teaching.

For serious students only, however if you fulfill the class requirements you stand to learn a lot. All poli sci majors should take her classes

Roberts is First Rate, but only for students serious about IR. She is demanding, teaches at the Ivy level; you will know more than the commentators & be ready for grad school (if you desire). She is brilliant & (unlike many profs) non-partisan, nor an ideologue. Will teach you how to write a great paper. Go to office hrs. The Best Prof at Hunter!

i'm surprised by these bashing reviews. yes, she makes you work for your grade, but whats wrong with that? She was riveting and intelligent. if she came across as unapproachable, maybe because she has hundreds of students, commutes to and from columbia, is the department advisory, and actually works in the field.

You'll come out of her seminars being better than you were but your view of the world will be a little bit worse. Keep it real (with a small "r").

Her class is rigorous. All Polisci majors should take it. She is knowledable and intereting but not approachable at all. Do your reading, come to class, meet with her a few times in her office to clarify any questions and you will be fine. You will learn a whole lot about IR if you do what the class requires.

An excellent professor, truly one of the most outstanding I've encountered. The War and Strategy class is challenging and you will expected to do a lot of readings plus a final paper. However, she is incredibly knowledgeable and will respect you as long as you put the effort into the class. Only serious political science students should take it.

For her intro-level class, she is extremely difficult. She purposely does this, to weed out students who aren't VERY serious about IR. She can be boring, but she's highly intelligent, and knows her stuff. I made it through with an A, so it is possible, just difficult. LOTS of reading, you won't keep up without staying on top of it.

In order to get into this class, you must be a serious IR student. LOTS of reading, TOUGH teacher, but she knows her stuff extremely well! She lectures on a bit, but in the seminar she encourages student participation, so be prepared! If you do the work, you'll do well. She pushes you, but she's a fair grader. I learned much from her,and enjoyed it

Cynthia Roberts is not bad of a teacher. I was lazy in her class, but she did mean well. Work hard and engage her, she doesn't bite (that hard...)

You may not get an A in the class but you'll learn more about the world than you would in any other class. Professor Roberts is overall a great teacher - she can be unclear at times but she CARES about her students.

Here's the deal on Roberts: It's hard, not easy to comprehend the meanings of the readings. However, if you attend everyday and listen you will learn so much about the world around you it is worth the effort. I am an A/B student and polsci isn't my major but I walked out with a B-. She tends to ramble on but it is actually interesting stuff.

Professor Roberts is really not that bad. Sure, she lacks some social skills and is a bit condescending, but overall she is spunky and really knows her stuff. She is helpful if you reach out to her. Class is not writing intensive at all. 3 tests, 1 term paper, & very interesting readings. Taking this class is worth it, you will learn a lot.

Forget about her tendency to ramble. She is a fantastic woman who will give you the real deal on international relations. Grades fairly and is more than willing to chat after class. If you regularly come to class and smile you'll get a B at worst. Great professor.

It is true that if you do not take yourself and your work seriously, neither will she. But for those students who show interest and truly wish to excel in IR, she is an eager, rigorous, and caring mentor. She will vouch for you when you need it, and, with her stature, that means something.

Prof. Roberts's class is surely not an easy one. Yes, there are a lot of long readings through the semester, and also a group project, a term paper, two quizzes, cumulative final... Nevertheless, this is what we should expect from college level. She is serious about her work. If you are planning to go to grad school, this class is a necessity.

Prof. Roberts is a challenge. Her classes is a simple contract: do your part properly, and she'll give you everything she has to offer. Her lectures may be a bit unorganized, but one-to-one discussions are a true source of knowledge. If you are serious about IR, she'll be your good friend. Don't expect an easy class, but certainly a helpful one.

I am not a poli sci or IR person and I did well in the class. She understands that all we really want is an A, but she for sure makes you work for it. To her, an A means that it was perfect and perfection is impossible. She can be super intimidating but you have to put in an effort to get on her good side.

The best professor in the dept. she is not easy by any means but if you are interested in learning then make sure to take her class. She can be blunt and intimidating at times but is reasonable and offers help during office hours. If you are looking for an easy class def avoid, make sure to do the readings and don't be afraid to ask questions.

Overall, I felt intellectually challenged by her class and I learned a lot about the subject matter. It is hard though to express your opinion if it's different from hers which is pretty frustrating. If you go to office hours, she's willing to talk with you and answer any questions which was helpful.

If you are interested in IR/Poli Sci, definitely take one of her classes. However, she really makes you work for your grade. There are a ton of readings (no textbook) but if you have any questions she will be happy to speak to you outside of class. You MUST show up. After this class, you will be ready for anything. Take it!

I actually didn't like Prof. Roberts at first but she really grew on me. She gives a lot of readings (but it's an IR class so it's kind of expected). Some things I found difficult were that she did grade kind of slow and she would go off on some tangents in class. But, she was really helpful du office hours and she was a pretty lenient grader.

She's a pro, and I loved her class, but I can see why someone wouldn't. If you have a genuine interest in international relations, and you don't mind sitting back and listening, her classes are "must-takes". If you're not into this field, or you like discussion/activity rather than lecture heavy classes, her class may not be for you.

I took this class 18 years ago. It was the hardest class I've ever had before law school. If you came to school to learn IR, take her class. If you came to get an A, Go elsewhere and in general stop focusing on your grades and focus on learning instead.... you are missing out on a lot otherwise.

Prof Cynthia is very passionate about international relations. She gives a lot of readings, but they are very elite, insightful, and super interesting if you're interested in IR as well. Definitely read as many readings as you possibly can and you'll be able to understand and analyze any world conflicts.

I saw a lot of negative reviews on here, and it made me sad. I really enjoyed the course. She's passionate about IR, and I found her tangents interesting. The class was also really easy. If you just read and pay some attention in class, then you're golden.The discussion section was interesting as well, and the assignments for it were very simple.

If you can feed her ego and past those tests, youll do fine. Its literally the first test, midterm and final. No homework. She likes to TALK. Just let her. Do that group project. Make your own study sheets cause she wont prep you on what the test will even look like, multiple choice is her go. Be charming, smile and nod. Youll be alright.