I'll take that back. It's been a semester, and I actually feel that the class has helped me, a lot. After the initial scare (holy sh*t, this is insane) I've come to realize that this class has helped me write/think much better than I have in the past.

I don't get it her class was very interesting and not too tuff. I actually enjoyed this class most of the time and she does have a temper but over all she is a nice lady.

You'll learn a lot. At first it seems like a lot of work, but you don't have to write too much once you get the hang of what she's looking for. A worthwhile class and she's a nice professor. As long as you make an effort, you'll do well.

One of the best classes I have ever taken. Eleni not only taught me how to write better, but how to think better. You'll learn a new perspective, this class absolutely opens your mind. I have never enjoyed a class so much. She's a nice person and really works with you to improve your writing.

She's very tough as far as work goes- she assigns a lot of work for not a lot of points...don't take her if you don't like writing

These reviews seem a bit dramatic- she's a good teacher- she knows her stuff- and she makes you think. She helps with the basics of understanding some literature- she has her opinions- but she doesn't push them on anyone-you will write a lot- but this is college- what do you expect?

Very tough course with A LOT of work, but very good teacher. I learned a lot in this class - not only stuff for writing but also for application in real life. She's very friendly and willing to help. However, the assignments aren't always clear, and there's a test and a paper every week.

She's a good teacher and a really nice person. What she teaches in class are skills you will need in any class. She does require a little more work, but it's easy work. Very interesting class and you'll get a lot out of it.

i had prof. anastasiou for a freshman/sophmore class that i waited until my senior year to take...even after a lot of experience with dif. profs she was still very tough for a 'beginner' class. hint for current students...be respectful and you will get it back. she's willing to put time aside if you're willing to put forth the effort. this isn't high school anymore, you have to think now. if the assignment isn't clear...ask. i'm sure you have a mouth (which could also be why you're not passing) ;) go pitt!!

great teacher, she really makes this class worth your time. even the most boring stories are interesting, you just have to do the homework (which isn't too much). if you make even half an effort, she makes this class worth your time, and you'll get a good grade.

One of the best teachers I've ever had. She really wants to teach, and she's one of the few instructors who is able to get you as excited for class as she is. Even the most boring stories become really interesting after you've heard her analyze it. Great teacher, definitely should take a course with her before you graduate.

Class is tuff. but learned a lot from this class. She is a nice lady. Be ready to read often.

Probably one of my fave profs at Pitt. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and she gets so excited when she sees even the slightest progress in your work. One of the few profs at Pitt who makes paying the tuition worth it.

While always available by e-mail, her assignments are ridiculously ambiguous. She also would rather fail a student who is working hard than give someone who is not quite AS perfect as her god-like self an A. Drop the class and switch to another section if you have her.

Fantastic professor! It was so easy to get all the work done the day before, within an hour or two AT MOST. She makes this class interesting and really brings the short stories to life. She even gives out study guides and wants you to succeed - show any interest and she'll go above and beyond to get you an A.

Eleni makes you think she wants you to do well without telling you her expectations until halfway through the year. The quiz questions are way too specific for the amount of reading expected and she is an incredibly subjective grader. I'm getting A's in all of my 1000 level lit classes, yet I can barely manage a B in hers. Avoid at all costs.

This class was tough, but I became a better student for it. I have used her detailed method of essay writing in every class since this one and have received excellent scores. Her teaching has significantly helped me to become a better writer.

First and foremost Eleni is very nice as a person and I believe her heart is in the right place. That said the quizzes are nigh impossible. The journal is key, get the full amount done and follow her "journal fodder" and you'll succeed. The second essay is way easier than the first, just follow her (hard to read) comments. Hard but well worth it

Her enthusiasm is contagious and she is completely willing to donate the time to any student hoping to better their writing and critical skills.For those who write that she is not easy, if you want easy you don't really want a teacher. Teaching involves work, she embraces that fact, puts that work in, and then expects you to do the same in return.

Very helpful, willing to meet with any student. Harsh grader, writes in every space of the page. I wrote 9-10 page papers & journal entries (only 10% of final grade!) that took HOURS. I have no idea how I got an A. Grades participation points as well but frankly I never got full credit (spoke @ least 2-3 times per class). AVOID IF YOU VALUE LIFE.

Very harsh grader, writes on every inch of your essay. Enthusiastic, willing to help any student. I wrote 4 9-10 PG essays & 11-12 PG homeworks (only 10% of grade)and barely got an A. Ridiculously hard for a Seminar in Composition Class. Also grades for participation. I spoke 2-3 times per class & never got the full points. AVOID if you value life.

Really passionate about English and writing. She's determined to make you a better student and develop the best of your writing. Any English/writing class you take after that it's going to be easy. Really nice person as well, she cares a lot about her student. Work your ass off and you should be fine.

I had Prof. Anastasiou for RFT recitation online this semester. You must be on time for every meeting and your camera must be on. Your responses must be thorough and you must participate. The way she grades is very clear which I appreciate. She is such a gem & did not waste any time. She knew the content front and back and put time into recitation.

You've GOT to be passionate about vampires to survive this class. It's a serious amount of reading, but not an unreasonable amount- and while she gives a lot of critique/feedback on the weekly writings, as long as you're engaging with the material it isn't hard to get a good grade. Also, she's a pretty fun lecturer!

Honestly my favorite professor ever despite how hard the class was sometimes, I took her for English a few semesters back. If you want an easy A, get it together you're in college. She's a tough grader which is normal. She knows her stuff, take advantage and learn a thing or two. Really nice person and will help you out if you care to ask.

This class was so amazing and had me engaged the entire time. The content of the course was also interesting although it was a lot of reading but that was expected. She is an amazing professor and super fun!

Eleni's lectures were so interesting all semester; I wasn't bored at all during the two and a half hour long classes. Weekly readings, reading quizzes, and discussion boards along with a midterm and a final based on facts about the readings. You must speak twice every class for full credit, but I don't talk much and I still got full credit

There are weekly discussion posts and quizzes on the readings so prepare for a lot of work. I did find this class difficult at times due to some other circumstances I had this semester but it still felt pretty manageable. Eleni is a really sweet professor, although a tough grader. She wants everyone to do well and it shows.

Eleni is a nice professor however, this is WAY too much work for Gen Ed. I was stressed the entire semester, I took this class because I've always loved &obsessed over vampires since I was younger and I STRUGGLED a lot! Lectures are enjoyable but there is definitely over 150 pages of reading every single week. Extra credit options, topics are cool.