3.9

Naida Zukic

Communication - Borough of Manhattan Community College

3.9
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
60%
Would Retake
102
Reviews
3.9
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
3.9
Clarity

60%

Would Retake

102

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What Students Say

Trust me, drop her class if you have the chance

SPEE100 - 2.0 rating

The work is not bad 3-4 speeches and 2 papers

SPE100 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

70%

Textbook Required

20%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 55 reported grades
A: 23
A-: 8
Not sure yet: 4
B-: 4
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Gives good feedback (23)
Tough grader (18)
Get ready to read (17)
Clear grading criteria (8)
Caring (7)
Lots of homework (7)
Tough Grader (6)
So many papers (5)
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Reviews (102)
5.0
5.0
SPEE100
Nov 22, 2008

She is the greatest teacher alive!!!

4.0
5.0
SPE102
Apr 30, 2009

Dr. Zukic demands a lot and gives hard exams but I learned a lot. She cares about her students' learninig, and I can't say that about many of my Professors. I can't wait to take her Media Studies class.

5.0
2.0
SPE102
May 26, 2009

She's the best professor ever! There's much work but you'll learn a lot. The exams are not very hard, but the speeches require much preparation. The professor is young, beautiful (esp.eyes:),and very funny. The class is really enjoyable, the professor is always there to help you. Take her, you'll never regret!

5.0
2.0
SPEE102
Jun 4, 2009

She is great & cool. The class was easy to me bcs she tells u what u need to know. Just listen to her & do what she says. No tricks. Must be always prepared for the classes if you want to get an A. No cheating. She will kick you out for that. And be respectful because it is a speech class. I enjoyed it so much.

5.0
4.0
SPE102
Jun 5, 2009

Yes Prof. Zukic kicked out a dude for cheating in our class too. She was so red in her face and probably scared (the dude was huge) but she kicked him out. She's chill othewise. And funny. The exams are hard, and homework and readings are tedious. She'll help you but you must work work.

1.0
5.0
SPE102
Jul 28, 2009

She acts like nice and fair to every students, but she is such a unfair prof. ever I met.

5.0
3.0
SPE102
Dec 17, 2009

The most caring Prof. I studied with at the College. Strict but helpful, if you have your act together and take school and class seriously.

4.0
2.0
SPE100
May 1, 2010

she is a very good teacher. her grading is quiet hard and when she wants you to do a speech between 5-7 minutes u better be in that time range. you shouldnt miss any speeches it will affect your grade. her test are quiet hard but my final was a take home. other than that i enjoy her class..couldnt ask for a better professor

5.0
2.0
SPE100
Jun 11, 2010

Be sure to put time and effort into your speeches, and you should do well. Practice, practice, practice! It really helps. Exams are straightforward and easy if you read the textbook well.

5.0
4.0
SPE245
Aug 14, 2010

Dr. Zukic teaches Critical Media Studies and psychoanalysis!!!!!!!! She is heavy on theory, but will break it down for you. Writes strong letters of recommendation if you do well in class. I'm off to NYU next Fall. She pushed me (in a good way).

5.0
2.0
SPE100
Dec 17, 2010

Professor Zukic is a really great teacher. If you will be ok to her she will be to you. Make sure you put effort into your speeches. She will give you an A but before that you have to prove that you deserve it. This professor is not for lazy students.I loved her class.

4.0
2.0
SP10123
Jun 15, 2011

She very gooood

5.0
3.0
SPE100
Aug 20, 2011

She is amazing. I went from dropping speech twice because of my nerves to doing really well in this class. She is great commands respect but is so friendly you just want to do good to show her you can do it lol....anyway you can share textbooks and she gives you good feedback.Dont take it if your constantly texting or going to the bathroom.

5.0
3.0
SPE51A
Aug 21, 2011

Prof. Z is a great teacher. I took her for a summer class and while she was very demanding with her work (This is college) she was also very helpful every step of the way, you have to work for your grade, be on time and turn of your cell phones in class. Definitely recommended

5.0
1.0
SPEEC100
Aug 26, 2011

I took her 4 speech 100 durin summer 2. She is a great teacher with even greater teaching methods. She gives her students the environment and confidence to overcome their fear of public speaking. The assignments were fair and easy if you are willing to put in the effort. i highly recommend taking speech 100 with her, u will have a great experience!

5.0
2.0
SPE100
Nov 10, 2011

a gereat teacher

5.0
3.0
SPECH102
Nov 30, 2011

love her!!!

5.0
3.0
SPE102
Dec 1, 2011

shes awesome, shes the best professor ever...shes amazing shes jovial, funny, understanding...shes human,did i tell u she was awesome... i highly recommend her 130 percent

5.0
3.0
SPE100
Dec 10, 2011

She is so great.Nobody can't dislike this teacher!

4.0
2.0
SPE100
May 24, 2012

Ok so you people say she was great i guess she was at that time this semester spring 2012 she was rude and mean to students she would close the door on the dot ..too bad for those who were late and if yu were lucky to be let in she would embarrase yu infront of everone but overall she was good MAKE SURE TO DO EVERY ASSIGNMENT and READ the chapters

5.0
3.0
SPE102
Sep 9, 2012

She will give all the resources to pass the class.The rest is up to you.She very intelligent and confident.I would recommend her if you like to learn something!

5.0
1.0
SPEEC102
Dec 4, 2012

A very good prof. :)

5.0
2.0
102102
Jan 30, 2013

I love her . She is just the best teacher ever . She is awesome ,intelligent and wise . She was born to be a teacher. If I could take her class again , I would definitely take it .??????????????

5.0
1.0
SPE245
May 23, 2013

She's the best professor and person ever. I wish if I can have her in my life circle. You can't get enough of her. She's intelligent, smart, helpful, and many other things you'll see. If she's available for your course she's your prof.

1.0
5.0
SPE245
Dec 20, 2013

I expect to be taught the material by the professor. I learned that this professor does not actual do that, and instead each student is assigned a chapter, then they teach the lesson to the other students. The prof gave out a study guide for the midterm, but then asked completely random questions no one had ever seen. Overall awful. A total waste.

2.0
4.0
SPE245
Jan 14, 2014

this professor wasn't the best professor. thought this class would be easy, turned out to be one of the hardest classes at bmcc. she relied by the textbook too much and the final/ presentation was the hardest part. her tests are super hard! deff a hard grader. if you're willing to work your butt off than take her but take someone else if anything

5.0
4.0
SPE245
Jan 14, 2014

Laerned a lot from Dr. Zukic. hard class if you skip on readings. come to class because she'll take off points if you are late or absent. and if she sees you texting you'll lose participation points. she's funny. just don't text in class.

5.0
4.0
SPE102
Grade: A
Jan 26, 2014

she is amazing. you need to work hard but you learn a lot with her.

5.0
4.0
SPE245
Grade: B+
Mar 3, 2014

She's insightful and passionate. She practices activism through her own research and performance art in her personal life and it's as if she treats her classes the same way. She truly believes that she can make her students into active members of society who challenge ourselves and others. I believe in her think that she achieves this.

5.0
3.0
SPE102
Mar 24, 2014

The beeeeeeesssssssstttttttt professor in the whole planet!!! I took Pr.Zukic on my first semester. Right now I'm in my fourth...so I have a lot to compare her with. Highly recommended!!!!!

4.0
4.0
SPE245
May 22, 2014

Zukic was a great professor who care for her students. Yes the class was challenging but you learn a lot. I would definitely recommend her!

5.0
1.0
SPE102
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2014

SHE IS THE BEST PROFESSOR EVER ! Easy class and fun class !!! love her

4.0
4.0
SPE100
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Nov 11, 2014

Great professor, however a very tough grader. It would help if she was clearer on what she wants you to do to get the best grade instead of an average grade which most of my colleagues received.

5.0
4.0
SPE100
Dec 16, 2014

Professor Zukic is an amazing professor, and is very intelligent. She will work with you, and encourage you to be a great speaker. Everything is in the syllabus, her book cost me $4.00 on amazon. You will not regret taking her class unless you are lazy and full of excuses to not work

4.0
3.0
102
Jan 27, 2015

She was one of my best professors I have ever have. She is really friendly and close to us. There are many speeches that give you the chance to improve your public speaking skill

2.0
5.0
SPE102
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 4, 2015

She was rude... Always embarrassing students when they give speech... Dare to come late she will humiliate you in from of everybody... Prof Ricci is far way the best speech teacher in bmcc

5.0
3.0
SPE245
May 14, 2015

Professor Zukic is one of the most passionate professors at BMCC! When you show effort as a student she definitely recognizes and appreciates all of your potential! Her assignments and tests aren't easy, but if you apply yourself you are sure to do well and she will notice your effort! I loved her, very sweet, caring and smart professor!

4.0
4.0
102
Grade: A-
May 26, 2015

Overall acceptable quality in Community College

5.0
2.0
101
Grade: A
May 31, 2015

Prof. Zukic is amazing! She is fair and rewards hard work. She just wants to see you trying. She made what was an 8am class fun. Highly recommended.

5.0
4.0
SPE245
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2015

Professor Zukic was so sweet and truly loves what she does! She is amazing and you will learn a lot from her. Her mass media class opens your eyes to so much you were blind to before! I highly recommend her and you MUST read and her tests are NO JOKE !!

4.0
4.0
102
Grade: A-
Aug 12, 2015

Even she gave us a lot of things to work, i liked her a lot! You go to class and do your work you should be alright!

5.0
2.0
245
Grade: A
Aug 21, 2015

Zukic is very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject she teaches. She provides real life examples to make abstract theoretical concepts more understandable. She's super sweet and personable but make no mistake- your textbook for this class should become your new best friend if you don't want to fail the tests she makes.

4.0
3.0
SPE102
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2015

Professor Zukic is a cool teacher. Do what she said in the class, you will be fine. But, if you want to get an A grade, you need to show your hard work.

5.0
2.0
SPE102
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2016

Follow what she said and your speech will improve from 01% to 99% . I was afraid and nervous before a speech. However, Thanks to her, my speeches are better than the first time I did in her class. Remember to write down your notes in her class and the key is practice ! . Use your own tools, such as, your camera and film yourself when you practice

5.0
2.0
SPE100
Grade: A-
Jan 10, 2016

I took Prof. Zukic Spring of 2013. She is pretty good speech professor. She's nice and sincere and can really help you out with outlining your speeches. I would recommend her. Try to pick interesting and unique topics for your speeches. She dislikes the same type of speeches on: abortion, euthanasia, & female genital mutilation. Take her and pass.

2.0
5.0
SPEE100
Jan 22, 2016

Trust me, drop her class if you have the chance. Nothing she teaches will benefit you in any way and she's an insanely hard grader for absolutely no reason.

2.0
5.0
SPE245
Jan 26, 2016

I didn't care for her method of "teaching" at all, she teaches straight from the book. The review sheets were long but still the tests had stuff not on there. The tests are hard and about very vague things not even covered in class. She's smart but also came off as condescending and always was complaining about something.

5.0
4.0
COM245
Jan 29, 2016

Read assigned texts and articles carefully. There is a lot of heavy theory in her teaching but she takes the time to explain the difficult language. She is a tough grader. Go to her office hours. She is more approachable and gives you additional time if you need clarification. Don't miss class and dont be late or she may mark you absent. She's ok

5.0
2.0
SPE100
Grade: A
May 17, 2016

Professor Zukic takes her job very seriously. She teaches with intentions of creating leaders. She is amazing and by the book, she is also flexible and strives to help her students become better public speakers. Very professional, well educated, and doesn't take any bs.

5.0
2.0
SPE100
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2016
Would take again

Prof. zukic is amazing. she really cares about her students and loves what she does. she has a very clear grading policy, and getting an A in class is easy if you show up to class everyday on time, and you do your work. Her are not always hard, but some takes time to do, which she gives you enough time to complete your work.

5.0
2.0
SPE100
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2016
Would take again

My confident level was very low before this class, she helped my boost it up. She's amazing. you are never scared to give a speech in front of her class. she gives you confidence to go up, and gives back feedback about your speech.

5.0
3.0
COM245
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2016
Would take again

Took her mass media course during a summer class, which meant very little time, but she's funny, easy going, relatable, and caring, which made the class very enjoyable. I only regret that it was a summer course, so we were on the clock. I recommend her if you're taking Mass media.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
COM245
Grade: A-
Aug 21, 2016
Would take again

She is a serious professor, and Mass Media is not an easy subject to understand. However, She is very understanding and open person, she helped me to recover my self confidence for final speech and encouraged me to study better. The reason I passed this class is only her teaching style. Highly recommended m/

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
COM245
Grade: A-
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

She's the best.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
SPE100
Grade: A
Feb 27, 2017
Would take again

Such a great professor. Gives great feedback on the speeches. We had 5 speeches to do. I am glad I take her class. Just do your work and try your best and she will pass you.

Gives good feedback
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
3.0
SPE100
May 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Tough grader

Tough Grader
3.0
5.0
SPE100
Grade: C+
May 27, 2017
Wouldn't take again

if you are thinking about taking her dont, she is a very hard grader and effort doesn't count with her. She doesn't even teach she just makes you read and then expects you to understand.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
SPE100
Grade: B
May 30, 2017
Would take again

Professor Zukic is a tough grader, but fair. She is super caring, but reminds us that grades are ours to earn, not hers to give. I earned a solid B this semester. Work hard from the beginning of the semester and don't skip class and you will do ok. Don't be late to class, you will lose points .

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
4.0
SPE100
Grade: A-
Jun 4, 2017
Would take again

Professor Zukic makes you work for your grade, but she is one of the easiest professors that I have had. She grades you solely on your speeches and your participation. The only bad thing is if you are late, you will loose points but it is very easy to gain it back of you ace the speeches. I would love to take her again in the near future!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
SPE100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 6, 2017
Would take again

If your goal is to really learn, this is your Professor. She knows her field best, and her feedback are really inspirational

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
4.0
SPE100
Grade: A
Mar 8, 2018
Would take again

This is the best professor so far I have met. She is an expert in her field, and those people who complain about her is because they didn't do the work. She gives you very specific directions of how to get your work done, do this and you'll get an A. Oh, and don't be late!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
SPE100
Grade: A
Feb 6, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Zukic is there to help you. You can ask her questions if you need help. Pay attention to what she asks of you, (follow the structures of the speech), read when you are supposed to and simply practice! She makes everyone feel SUPER comfortable to stand up and deliver a speech. Great/specific feedback. Class is not hard, I promise. Take her :)

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
3.0
SPEEC100
May 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This teacher has favorites. She also doesnt count effort when youve done the work but not in HER way. She also just expects you to understand everything and when you ask to explain she says to read the chapter.

Group projects
Tough grader
5.0
5.0
SPE245
Grade: A
May 8, 2019
Would take again

the hardest class I have taken at bmcc, but dr. zukic will sit with you long after the class is over, answer your questions and help you understand the theory. go to her office hours to get clarification on class concepts. the book is dense. she's also funny.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
SPE100
May 10, 2019
Would take again

She expects you to give your best and she will help you with whatever you need. Be professional, respectful and show up. You have 3 or 4 speeches throughout the semester and some papers that will be graded. She's caring and prepares her students to professional life. Would def take her again.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
SPE100
May 12, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Zukic is a knowledgeable and endearing. She creates a good learning environment and supports, encourages classmates to support each-other. She's honest and straightforward, sometimes blunt, but more often attentive and caring. If you have decent attendance and do the work according to the assignment you'll pass. It's not that hard. Trust me.

Gives good feedback
Group projects
Caring
1.0
4.0
SPE100
May 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Professor Zukic takes her job very seriously and grades just as seriously, she does not really care if you put effort into something or even did it correctly so long as you did not do it "her way". She does not give you your grades and she also does not give feedback.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Group projects
5.0
4.0
SPE100
Grade: A
May 23, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Zukic is a true college professor. She is not here to coddle you but prepare you for the real world. Do what she asks and you will get a A. Don't come late, don't be rude. Be clear and concise and speak with belief in your own words. The work is not bad 3-4 speeches and 2 papers. I know it's scary but if you listen to her it's less frightening.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
4.0
5.0
SPE100
Jun 1, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She doesn't like to be challenged. She is some what of a bully if you challenge her about you grade. She is a hard grader but overall she is a good teacher

Participation matters
Group projects
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
SPE100
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 7, 2019
Would take again

This was the best class I have ever taken, if you show up are respectful and dedicated yourself to her class you will pass with flying colors.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
COM245
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

PLEASE dont take this professor. Youd think this was a graduate level course. Her test reviews are useless, half of whats on the review sheet is never on the exams. Not only do you have to fear her exams, but her final project as well. It is a 15 page research paper with 7 scholar sources. It shouldnt be 15 pages. She expects way too much.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Tough grader
4.0
5.0
COMM245
Grade: B-
Jan 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Good Professor. Interesting Class. She is a tough grader and be prepared to write a 10- 15 pages at the end of the semester. Do the work and particpate and you will get a good grade.

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
COM245
Grade: A+
May 23, 2021
Would take again

I have already taken two courses with Dr. Zukic, and I affirm that she is a gift to BMCC. The best teacher I've ever had in my life, I took her intercultural relationship and mass media classes. Her classes are not easy, and it requires a lot of commitment and dedication, but it really prepares you to follow an academic life.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
SPE245
Grade: A-
Jul 4, 2021
Would take again

I initially took this class for requirement purposes but Professor Z really chose challenging readings. The weekly writings and readings helped open my mind to many elements in the media. I was able to hold conversations about the difference between sexism and feminism which blew my mind. She's flexible with time and able to help and support you.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
GWS100
Dec 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I'm convinced these reviews are fake. For a 100 level class I've never received so many papers in my entire life. A 10 page paper MINIMUM was assigned as a final research paper... this class was not even listed as writing intensive- IT SHOULD'VE BEEN! I already filled my writing intensive requirement!!!! DO NOT TAKE!!!!!!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
So many papers
5.0
4.0
COM255
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

She always gave helpful feedback and was always there if I needed help. We had to do a lot of writing and if it wasn't for her clear instructions it definitely would've been tougher.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
COM245
Grade: A+
Jan 27, 2022
Would take again

Took it Fall 2021 & it's asynchronous, she graded very fairly and according to the rubric so FOLLOW IT because that is how you pass. She will help you so ASK if u are confused. There is a lot of writing, DB every week, 2 exam & a 15 page paper at the end which is easy if you follow the outline. I did not buy the textbook I downloaded it in pdf.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
COM245
Grade: Incomplete
Jun 12, 2022

U r going to learn about Marxism, feminism, race, gender, activism, political bias stuff. A 10 page research page. She takes points for everything. Or you write too much, or don't write, or you didn't follow her exact instructions, the instructions are not very clear. I would not take her, tough grader, and the course is hard.

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
COM245
Oct 27, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Save your time and energy. Harsh grader. Ridiculous 15 page final.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
COM245
Nov 11, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Her class was a pain in my ***. I wouldnt choose this professor again. If your all about that work ethic stuff go for it. Just be ready to work your *** off. Its literally a communications class. Youre expected to write a lot.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: B-
Jan 30, 2023

You had to read a full chapter every week plus weekly homework to go with it. Tests are unreasonably hard and and she's a tough grader both on homework and your paper. Gets oddly political in class and alienates certain students just to make a point. You could not pay me to take this class again.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
5.0
4.0
COM245
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2023
Would take again

The readings are challenging but she will explain and clarify until you understand. She doesn't take attendance. She leaves it up to the students to decide how much participation they want. Fair grader. Eye opening course.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
4.0
COM255
Grade: C+
Feb 11, 2023
Would take again

You get out what you put in. Get ready to work.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
COM255
Grade: Incomplete
Mar 29, 2023

This professor is terrible. No study material !!! The requirements for the 10 page paper is ridiculous. Even with a writing coach your work is still poor. This class is so stressful it makes you just want to give up on school.

2.0
5.0
COM245
Grade: C
May 26, 2023

Difficult class. You will be deducted points if your homework answers do not lean toward the "correct" political affiliation (even if you follow the rubric). You could follow the instructions, get a poor grade over politics, and only get a sentence of feedback. The reading and work due each week are disheartening. Be ready for that final paper!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
COM245
Grade: A
May 31, 2023
Would take again

I took 3 classes with Zukic and this one was the hardest. Come to office hours and ask questions. She helps you but you must be prepared to work. She writes strong recommendation letters (for NYU) if you do well.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
So many papers
5.0
4.0
COM245
Grade: B
Dec 28, 2023
Would take again

Great class about the politics od mass media. Lots od work, but she is helpful and available. Come to office hours and ask questions if you don't understand.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
COM245
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2024
Would take again

Learned so much in this semester. She will help you. Writes the best recommendations letters if you do well in class.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
2.0
3.0
COM245
Grade: Not sure yet
May 17, 2024

The professor is knowledgeable about the material and cares about the topic and her students' success. That said, I found her grading inconsistent, and the feedback was rarely helpful. If you reach out privately, though, she is very helpful. Her late policy has ZERO flexibility. I got the feeling she is better at teaching synchronous courses.

1.0
5.0
COM245
Grade: F
Jun 16, 2024

Save yourself and don't take this or any other class with Mrs Zukic. They will give you an F for a single missing assignment even if everything else is done. Extremely and unnecessarily political and will adjust your grade based on how much your opinion matches her own. The course felt like being brainwashed. Never again.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
COM245
Grade: A
Jul 24, 2024
Would take again

Follow the syllabus. She is very good and helpful. Ask questions and if you cant meet deadline ask her for extra time before deadline. she is cool

Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
COM245
Grade: A-
Dec 26, 2024
Would take again

I love her she is nice. But a little tough grader but all over she's nice you just have to be extra careful with your work cause she doesn't accept any resubmitted work or any extra credits. No late work.

2.0
4.0
COM245
Grade: B-
Jan 2, 2025

I feel like I didn't learn anything. All the class we just read a book and give essays about each chapter. She is very strict and she wants you to talk deeply about everything. She don't give extra credit or any opportunity gif you miss a DB. I think she don't have consideration and sometimes very rude with her emails reply.

5.0
4.0
COM255
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2025
Would take again

Prof Zukic is patient and will help you understand difficult material but you must participate. I asked questions and meeting times and she was patient and answered my questions and motivated me to keep going. Zukic is strict but she helps you.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
4.0
4.0
COM245
Grade: B
Feb 23, 2025
Would take again

The professor is knowledgeable but can be strict on deadlines and political leanings. Engage with the material, use office hours, and leverage resources like Unstuck ai to succeed. It's a challenging course, but doable if you put in the work.

1.0
5.0
COM245
Mar 27, 2025

Be prepared to read 20+ pages chapters every weeks for her discussion boards. The mountain of work is crazy. The chapters in the textbook are complicated to understand. She is a tough grader. Her midterms are essay questions she wants you to proove that you understand the theory and explain without summarizing the chapter.

1.0
3.0
COM245
May 18, 2025

Would not take again. It's almost impossible to understand her Brightspace structure since she randomizes where everything is. Lots of reading and unnecessary work to not actually be taught anything, and her grading is subjective. On a DB your work is right, but suddenly it's wrong on an exam. It's not super hard, but I would take someone else.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
5.0
5.0
COM255
Grade: B+
May 19, 2025
Would take again

Not the easiest class. Readings are hard but she will help. Whenever I asked to meet and talk Zukic met me and explained whatever questions. Just take initiative and wantto learn. She's ok and chill. And she don't care if you don't.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
COM255
Grade: A
Jun 1, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Sukic is an amazing professor! She provides very clear guidelines for every assignment + very good feedback. The content in the book itself was easy to follow and relevant, especially since living in NYC we already interact with people of many backgrounds.I recommend anybody needing a writing intensive to give this one a shot, fav class so far.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
3.0
COM245
Grade: B-
Aug 20, 2025

This professor ruined my perfect 4 GPA. She was too way to strict when she was grading and didn't give you any changes to try again or do some extra credits which is feel is unfair. I took this class because my advisor told me to do it but it was the biggest mistake. Take other elective if you don't want to ruin your GPA.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
COM255
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 24, 2025

Horrible professor and very strict about late work. Does not explain the assignment properly and wants full blown essays for the discussion post. Would not take this teacher ever again pick someone else. Feedback barely explains what you need to fix and does not allow you to makeup any assignments. Grade will mess up your gpa.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
GWS100
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2025
Would take again

Took Zukic for three classes this semester, intercultural, media, and gender. Love her. Strict with the deadlines, but talk to her ahead of the time and she is reasonable. She will make you rewrite anything AI written. Or she says she's disappointed and won't bother with rewrites or grading you down because we cheat ourselves in the end. Ouch.

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
So many papers
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