3.7

Renae Bredin

Women's Studies - California State University Fullerton

3.7
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
41%
Would Retake
107
Reviews
3.7
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

41%

Would Retake

107

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Unfortunately, those lines are blurry and easy to cross

WMST302 - 2.0 rating

Seriously what a shame, could have been a great class on an important topic

WMST302 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

37%

Textbook Required

57%

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Based on 33 grades
Most common grades:
A (21)
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A+ (5)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 48 reported grades
A: 21
Not sure yet: 11
A+: 5
B: 3
Common Tags
Get ready to read (34)
Tough grader (23)
Participation matters (15)
Lots of homework (10)
Clear grading criteria (6)
Tough Grader (5)
Lecture heavy (4)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
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Ratings by Course

480

5.0

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WOMENS

5.0

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WMST320

5.0

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WMST205

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Difficulty by Course

WGST100

3.6

WOMENSSTUDIES

3.0

WGST302

3.0

WMST360

2.7

WMST302

2.6

Reviews (107)
5.0
3.0
WMST302
Apr 24, 2003

Very good class. Everyone should take this for their diversity requirement. You learn alot and the whole class is mostly discussion so you can argue if you don't agree with stuff. Highly recommend.

3.0
4.0
WMST302
Jun 15, 2003

This class is beyond easy. She even says in the first week that people take this class because it is so easy. Take it if you need an A.

5.0
2.0
WOMENS
Dec 29, 2003

Never wanted to miss class because it was so interesting. Learned ALOT and its easy :)

5.0
1.0
WMST320
Feb 2, 2004

Beyond easy. Class discussions are pretty interesting as well. Very awesome, easy going, laid back teacher.

4.0
3.0
WMST350
Mar 25, 2004

This class is for people who are a Women's Studies major so it is more difficult than the other course she teaches. I learned a lot and have become much smarter by taking this course

5.0
2.0
WMST320
Apr 20, 2004

you don't have to be a genius to learn something in this class.

5.0
1.0
WMST205
May 24, 2004

She is the best teacher. She isn't very organzied but she grades easily. You do have to participate in group discussion to get an A in the class but she is so nice. I learned so much. It's impossible to not pass her class. Take her, you won't regret it.

5.0
1.0
WMST205
Jun 6, 2004

I was scared of taking women study class, cz I heard it's hard. But I end up taking another wmst class with her this summer. She is a great teacher. Unique way of teaching. Partcipation is very important in this class. Very easy, but u also learn a lot.

5.0
1.0
WM205302
Sep 2, 2004

I LOVED Dr. Bredin! She is truly amazing and an inspiration. Be prepared to learn more than you ever thought possible. All topics discussed were truly riveting. It was simple but very soul searching material. I absolutely recommend her!

5.0
1.0
WMST
Sep 15, 2005

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5.0
3.0
WOMENSSTUDIES
Oct 6, 2005

Renae is the best!

5.0
1.0
WMST101
Nov 18, 2005

really good teacher. really easy class. you'll get an A if you do your work and theres not a lot of it. really interesting discussions in class. make sure you participate because she likes that.

4.0
1.0
GENDERSTUDIES
Dec 15, 2005

i had dr. bredin for a required class 3 years ago and i seriously thank her for the experience i had in the class. very chill and totally open discussion time (i just remembered to do the reading). she had bro jocks calling women 'young ladies' and not 'chicks' by the end of the class...brilliant!!!!!

5.0
1.0
WMST350
Jan 6, 2006

Renae is really easy going and a wonderful person. She is the best reason to become a women's studies major. take any and all of her classes!!!

5.0
2.0
GENDERSTUDIES
Jan 22, 2006

Dr. B is such an insightful teacher. She is very open-minded and just wants the class to be real and participate. If you have an opinion go for it and say it, she really cares about the classes opinion. She treats the class like equals and is laid-back. Makes learning so much fun.

5.0
1.0
WOMST350
Feb 20, 2006

renae is the best ever. she allows you to take charge of your education, putting the syllabus to a vote, you decide what youre going to study, how youre going to study it, and how shes going to be able to assess how well you did. shes also willing to help whenever she can and shes really lienent

5.0
1.0
WMST100
Jun 4, 2006

Renae is an amazing teacher. She treats her students as adults and really gets you think about how the world works and about gender. You watch some awsome movies (like Full Metal Jacket) and have rather insightful and challenging discussions. I would definitely recommed taking her class... oh, and it is a super easy A!

3.0
2.0
WMST360
Jan 10, 2007

you make your own syllubus on the first day of class and even though attendence isn't *required* it doesn't mean that she won't count your *lack of input towards discussions* against you. She has ALOT of strong opinions and she will make sure you are aware of them. Go to class, speak up alot, get a good group

5.0
2.0
WMST410
Mar 2, 2007

This professor is brilliant! She uses a feminist pedagogy that allows for flexibility. She is very helpful and encourages discourse and questions in class. If you want to really learn and have it be enjoyable at the same time, then this is a great professor to take a class with!

5.0
1.0
WMST100
May 10, 2007

I took the online class which is fairly easy. Just make sure your organized and keep track with the dates. Alough the assignments are easy,missing a few can screw up your grade due to there being a limited # of points in the class.I forgot to do the visual assignment which was only 20pts and dropped a whole letter grade. Realy recomend teacher!

5.0
4.0
WMST100
May 23, 2007

ONLY THE BEST TEACHER EEEEVVVVVEEEERRRRRRRR!!!!!!!! Seriously can't say more. Wish she taught all my classes!

5.0
1.0
WMST100
Jun 6, 2007

She's an awesome professor. The class in insanely easy because you get to make you own syllabus, plus her lectures are reall insightful. She definately teach you to see the world differently. If you're someone who's really conservative and offended easily, you probably don't want to take her

5.0
2.0
WMST251
Oct 20, 2007

She is really cool. Let's you make your own syllabus and leads really cool discussions!

5.0
1.0
WMST100
Oct 20, 2007

She is the best! Take her!

5.0
1.0
WMST360
Oct 21, 2007

I'm not sure where she stores all her knowledge because she has a lot! The class discussions are never boring! She's big on class participation and DO THE READING! The reading is easy and very interesting. If you put in some effort, you cannot fail her class! She is awesome, brilliant, funny, approachable and hot too (not that I'm objectifying)!

5.0
4.0
WMST360
Jan 29, 2008

Wow. Prof. Bredin changed my life. Great class, great readings, and YOWZAH! she's hott!

5.0
3.0
WMST360
Jan 29, 2008

She lets you build your own syllabus so you don't end up doing any work you don't want to do. We also did a drag show and she dressed like a student, so awesome.

5.0
5.0
WMST100
May 14, 2008

One of the best things to ever come out of Cody, Wyoming.

5.0
1.0
WMST302
May 21, 2008

Online class, Dr. Bredin is a easy to understand, very polite and generous at grading. Pretty easy going class even for non-majors.

5.0
1.0
WMST302
Jun 3, 2008

Online class and it was very easy. She is extremely clear on assignments and is very helpful if you ever have questions or problems. She is smart and passionate about her subject. I loved her class!!

5.0
1.0
WMST100
Jul 25, 2008

This class was great. she helped me think bout differetn concepts in life in a whole new way. Very easy class she lets you choose the syllabus and lets u have control of the class. We also got to have 2 parties

5.0
1.0
WMST302
Jan 1, 2009

Online class. Professor was very clear, very easy, very nice, and always available for help. Fun class.

5.0
1.0
WMST302
May 12, 2009

Took this class online... Weekly discussion board posts and readings. 5 Reading response questions. One essay at the end. No midterm. No final. If you do the work, you'll get an A.

5.0
1.0
WMST100
May 22, 2010

This teacher is great. I needed a GE class so i decided to take this class and i acctually learned a lot. I took her online class. easy class i got an A. Just participate and you will be fine. No final or Midterm nor, tests!!!!!! take it!

5.0
1.0
WMN100
May 28, 2010

This professor was really easy! Take her online class and you will get an A as long as you participate!

5.0
1.0
WMST100
Jun 5, 2010

I did the online class, and it was super easy and actually interesting. This class is very simple, if you do the work, you will be fine. If you don't do the work, you will have a hard time. She is very helpful by providing lots of extra credit. And she always e-mails back within a couple of hours. Take this class, it is easy and fun!

5.0
1.0
WMST100
Dec 14, 2011

Easy A. Just do the assignments and everything will be fine. Perfect GE class

5.0
2.0
WMST302
Apr 20, 2012

Hands down Bredin is the second best wmst prof ever. She sooo funny and chill she doesn't even care about points as long as you participate in class. readings are hard but interesting and class projects get you thinking got a A very easy and fun you won't regret taking her :)

5.0
1.0
WMST302
Aug 8, 2012

Professor Bredin was awesome! As a class you got to design your syllabus and then no tests, essays or quizzes. Mostly did little group projects and talk about articles as a class! Would take her again!

5.0
1.0
WMST302
Jan 2, 2013

I took the Online class. Was intimidated by the discussion boards at first but she doesn't require that much and you will still get credit. TAKE THIS CLASS. Just do it.

5.0
1.0
WMST470T
May 15, 2013

Film and Feminism is super fun class. You will never look at films the same way again. Very interesting class discussions.

5.0
2.0
WMST360
May 17, 2013

Class discussion. Many interesting films you watch. Lots of readings. Two projects. Class discussions. She makes you think outside the box. Fun course. Take as many classes with her as you can.

5.0
2.0
WMST302
Dec 13, 2013

Is this class easy in terms of grading? Yes. Is Bredin an easy professor? No. She will challenge you to think & discuss & rethink & question everything around you. Sessions are all discussion & once everyone settles in class becomes fun. A lot of reading/movie watching to complete. 2 easy projects. If you like to think, please take this course!

5.0
2.0
WMST302
Dec 22, 2013

If you're looking for an easy yet interesting online class then take her. No tests only 2 projects and discussion posts every week. Take her!

3.0
4.0
WMST302
Grade: B
Apr 27, 2014

This is NOT an easy gen ed class. I wanted something easy and online before graduation and this was the wrong choice. You have to make 4 discussion posts every week and the topics are unclear and confusing. There are also 2 projects and 2 extra posts that are due. LOTS OF READING! LOTS! Multiples articles 20+ pages every week to read.

5.0
2.0
WMST100
May 24, 2014

She's an amazing professor! A lot to read (online and provided for free) but they are very interesting readings and pertain to the discussions she has in class. No textbook needed either! I loved this class and definitely would take her again.

3.0
3.0
WMST302
Jul 15, 2014

Definitely not an easy class. I agree with the last 302 review. There are a lot of articles that she makes you read. You have to post 4 times a week and her clarity regarding the posts were very confusing and is the reason I missed out on an A! You also have a few projects to do for the midterm and final. Look somewhere else for the easy 300 class

4.0
2.0
WMST100
Grade: A
Jul 23, 2014

She is the best teacher ever! She really entertains you by her rants. Half the time she is ranting about something wrong in the society. She has no problem speaking her mind! Easy A if you just do your assignments(not much) and talk in discussions. Sometimes there is a lot of reading but you also watch movies and have parties!

5.0
5.0
WMST302
Aug 14, 2014

Very interesting class! I enjoyed all the movies and articles. You have to really do the work to earn an A.

5.0
1.0
WGST100
Aug 21, 2014

This professor is sweet and understanding. I took her online, she is responsive to emails. She carries with her positive vibes.Readings/FILMS are all interesting. Even if you do not want to read the articles and journals that she provides, you will anyways because it is so informative and interesting. Male and female should both consider this class

5.0
2.0
480
Grade: A-
Jan 1, 2015

it was an honor to take this last wgst class with Bredin especially since she likes to challenges her students and lets us lead the lectures. I admit the readings weren't easy especially since it was 10+ documents readings per week and they were difficult, but it a 400 level course. Overall Bredin is the best professor and would take over again.

3.0
4.0
WGST100
Mar 16, 2015

Taking her for WGST 100, a lot of reading to do in four days. My 300 level classes don't even require this much reading. She only gives you a week and a half to submit a midterm project. There is a final. Not as easy as everyone says it is.

4.0
2.0
WGST100
Grade: A
May 13, 2015

This class is not your average 100 class. She actually makes you think about the subject, and makes you engage in discussions about assigned topics and makes you refrain from personal opinion. I enjoyed this class - you have to work for an A. Lots of reading and videos to watch. The teacher is there to help if you need it.

2.0
4.0
WGST100
May 21, 2015

Apparently her in person class is good but you want to avoid her online class. 100 points total. 15 weekly discussion 5 points each top 10 counted, weekly participation 1 point each, 15 mid semester project, 20 point final. She grades the weekly discussions very harshly. She treats this class like we're all WGST majors when it's a GE class.

3.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A
May 25, 2015

Discussions every week require a lot of reading and sometimes a film or 2. Can't use opinion or assumptions. You really have to think and analyze the readings. Final was a 2 pg essay single spaced and midterm was slideshow of art and how it relates to class or 3-4 pg story of topic related to class single spaced. Lots of work and thinking required

4.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Jun 5, 2015

There is a lot to readwatch for this class but you have plenty of time to do it. There is one project, and you have your responsespeer responses due every week. She is very helpful if you need her, she responds to emails fast. Do not slack off in this class just because it's online. If you participate, it'll benefit you at the end of semester.

4.0
3.0
WMST100
Grade: A
Jul 15, 2015

Her weekly discussions are worth half the class, lowest 5 dropped. She grades harshly at the beginning but lightens up later on to encourage you to participate in all 15 discussions. Her mid semester project was a bit hard. Her final project is 2000 words analysis which is an easy perfect score if you put in the effort and proofread it.

2.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2015

Professor Bredin has interesting texts to read and movies to watch but she does grade harshly. Her midterm project was fairly easy if you put work into it, and the final is an essay. Weekly discussions make up the most points.

2.0
5.0
WGST100
Grade: F
Dec 17, 2015

I took WGST 100 online, thinking it would be an easy class and a GE to get out of the way. This class is impossible if you are otherwise a full time student, full time employee or have any kind of life. She posts A LOT of lectures/readings/texts/movies per week, and you must write the equivilant of a short essay due on thursdays. It's horrible.

5.0
2.0
WGST100
Dec 18, 2015

There is a lot of reading involved, but overall it is a very easy class. The readings and films were interesting and somewhat entertaining. This recommended if you are in need of credits.

3.0
2.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Dec 26, 2015

This class was very interesting. I learned a lot not just about women but also about other genders. The only huge downside to the teacher is that she grades harshly on the discussion forums. What she wants on her assignments is a lot of analysis. Because of this class I am taking another class in this field next semester. Also no textbook.

4.0
3.0
WGST302
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 20, 2017
Would take again

At first I hated this class, but I did learn a lot and the forum posts really aren't that hard. She will grade you very low if you put your OPINION, so just stay away from personal opinion and you'll get A's. The class is simple: one post each week due Mondays and reply to 4 other students by Thursday. No tests, and one term long project. Easy!

Tough Grader
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
WGST360
Jun 25, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Bredin is an amazing professor! If you want a quick and easy class, try to take WGST 360 online with her! Though it's online, the topics and readers were very interesting! My favorite online class ever!

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
4.0
5.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Jul 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This course is not as easy at it seems. However, it does pay off at the end. 5 week summer course, intensive reading! Must know all material to write good discussion forums but hard part is Media Dictionary! Overall, I thought I wasn't going to pass the class but I did.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
1.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Jul 14, 2017
Would take again

This was the easiest A I have ever gotten in college. I showed up to class 3 times, twice in the beginning and one at the end and still passed with flying colors. Her class is based on discussion, and weekly modules that have to be turned in online, followed by a skype video call to the professor to show that your group is there.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
4.0
WMST302
Oct 23, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Taking this as an elective. Good class, but take caution. This class contains A. LOT. of reading material in a week. One week can have up to 4 readings, 2 films, a short video, and the chapter powerpoint, ALL before being able to post your 5 discussion post. I've never had a class that required this much work; Stay on top of it, and you'll be okay.

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
WMST302
Nov 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I took WGST302 online and wasn't pleased with the way she handled grading. She gave no feedback; you either got the point our you didn't. She's big on not putting your personal opinion, but rather "analyzing" the material. Unfortunately, those lines are blurry and easy to cross. With no feedback, I never knew if I was on the right track or not.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
WMST360
Grade: A+
Jan 25, 2018
Would take again

I took her for winter session, and regardless of the extensive reading, it was rather enjoyable. I am not the best writer either, but as long as you summarize and steer away from your personal opinion and back up your writing with facts; you will be fine. If you are not a lazy student, you will do just great in her class. Easy A if you do the work.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
WMST302
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2018
Would take again

Took this class online and needed to post five times a week. The posts need to be on the material and not personal opinions which can be difficult because the issues are easy to relate to. Do the work and follow the syllabus and you should be fine. Remember to NOT post personal opinions just give a summary and key points of the reading.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
WGST360
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2018
Would take again

I took this over the winter break, fully online. I selected the easy A for the difficulty, but there is one caveat to that: you have to actually do the work. A couple of the weeks were heavier than the rest, including one that had 4 full length films to watch. Overall very enjoyable though. NO BOOK, she uploads required readings in Titanium.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
4.0
3.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Jul 6, 2018
Would take again

I enjoyed Prof. Bredin as a teacher. She was accessible through email and obviously very knowledgeable and passionate about her field.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
3.0
WMST302
Nov 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I took her online class, and what a mess. She gave feedback in class emails only vaguing students on what they did wrong . Lots of online posting and reading material. NO personal opinions!And NO outside sources! Just regurgitating material provided. Seriously what a shame, could have been a great class on an important topic.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
WGST360
Jul 23, 2019
Would take again

I took this online class summer 2019. Readings and videos on titanium are eye opening and easy to digest. Class consists of 4 discussion posts, 2 group papers, 1 midterm paper, and a final newsletter style paper. Dr. Bredin is very clear about her expectations and grades quickly with feedback. EC paper offered. Overall an enjoyable class. Loved it!

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
3.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Jun 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This class was more work compared to my other upper division WGST classes. Graded by attendance which is 3 discussion posts a week, a midterm and final paper. Also two reading responses. The class material is really boring and the professor is very picky about everything, even word counts. Lots of work for being an intro class.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She assigns a lot of readings and lectures, tougher class than my 300 level ones. She is not descriptive when she gives you a grade for an assignment. This class is difficult if you are a full-time student.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

lots of reading, each week we had to go through a PowerPoint plus read pages from books and sources, the pages add up. Some weeks it would be 50-60 extra pages and some weeks it would be 20. You also have to watch movies, but they're boring. all the assignments are 3 points :/ Lots of work for an intro class...

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is the worst. She continues to be incredibly vague with her feedback and grading. She is rude (condescending) to her students when asked for clarification behind her criticism. She WILL give you a 0 if she thinks your writing is not up to par with her criteria. HOWEVER, she will NOT help you understand why, it's like saying "do better".

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
WGST100
Nov 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The worst teacher I've had. Grades VERY harshly and gives no explanation as to why she gave you the grade that she did. The class average for most assignments is below 65%. I don't even see the point in trying in this class.

Tough grader
3.0
5.0
WGST100
Dec 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

ALOT of reading she first has you read the lecture which ranges from 20-50 pgs, on top of that 3-6 outside readings some are short only 10 pgs some are 30 & some weeks she adds movies. each week we have 1 discussion with 2 peer responses which are worth 3 pts where you can't state your opinion even once if you do automatic 0, hard discussion "?"'s.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

Really hard on grading discussion posts but I aced them bcuz I really focused on the prompts & knew that the answer she wants from you is in the lectures (w/out your opinion). She wasn't easy but in the end, I did see the points she was trying to make about being a human gendered being. If you're looking for easy: avoid. Lots of movies & reading.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

took this class coz i could not find any other classes available, and this class was so heavy on reading!! assignments are fairly easy, 10 discussion posts with two replies, and papers on midterm/final, and a zoom discussion meeting so make sure u know ur stuff when u show up!!! seems like a very nice prof but shes heavy heavy work!!!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2020
Would take again

As someone else said in the comments, I was not a fan of this class at first because of the number of difficult readings. However, once you get past that you actually learn a lot in the class. Be sure to avoid any opinions in your responses or you'll receive no credit. Every response matters because few points are given for each discussion post.

Get ready to read
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Was lucky to get a good grade in this class and its all because I kind of wrote my discussions/papers on how she wants it to sound. Make sure not to put your opinions on anything and rely heavily on course contents. lots of hard reading, but if u read here and there it'll help you with assignments. too much work for an intro class, didnt learn much

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A+
May 2, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Given, that it's an introductory course, reading/lecture material is very extensive. Discussion post every week with a pretty general prompt, stick to quoting readings and NOT stating personal opinions. Consistently interesting topics that require you to gain your own understanding because she will rarely go over them. She's a cool professor.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
WGST100
Dec 11, 2021
Would take again

This professor wasn't easy, but you won't forget her. She has taught me to think so outside of the box, I literally noticed myself get smarter after taking her class. At the beginning of the semester, I literally dreaded doing the homework for the class because it seemed like a lot of work, however, it was worth it in the end.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
WGST100
Grade: A
May 3, 2022
Would take again

I took her online for Spring 2022. Her online lectures were a lot to read but in reality, no one reads every single article. There was a discussion post every week and then like 3 zooms throughout the whole course that would follow the modules. She is very kind, funny, and encourages your insights. She also gives great feedback and replies quickly.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
WGST100
Grade: Rather not say
Sep 29, 2022

I am not even done with this class yet but I want to write this review. Read the other comments before enrolling in this class. Sadly I didn't. You would think a professor with a rating of 4.4 would be easy and it is a 100-level class. HOWEVER, this is not the case. I AM doing more work than in my upper division classes.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 2, 2023

Rude overall, she expects too much for a 100 course.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 2, 2023

there is just way too much reading and films for a level 100 class. I was going to take this for credit after already taking WGST 205 and this prof is just rude. He language is hard to understand and assignment requirements are vague

Get ready to read
4.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A
May 28, 2023
Would take again

VERY READING INTENSIVE. You need to complete readings of multiple papers and finish discussion posts every Wednesday and Friday. Despite this, I learned A LOT in terms of society, gender, identity, etc. You will think out of the box with this class. Do not take if you do not think you can read many papers per week. She is personable. Good luck :)

Tough grader
So many papers
2.0
3.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2023

Class is very reading heavy, and you have to teach yourself the material. As for the professor, she is not very understanding and accommodating. Good luck teaching yourself!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
3.0
3.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Dec 25, 2023
Would take again

You're allowed to skip a lecture per module so review her syllabus (homework/schedule included) and skip what's appropriate for you. If you received a subpar grade, she tells you what you could do to improve but is vague. Final was a 1000+ word essay that she was vague about too. Quite lively over zoom calls though -- she does most of the talking.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
4.0
2.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2024
Would take again

Her class is very straight forward, and your experience in this class imo depends on the type of student you are. You have to do discussion boards from a fully analytical standpoint to get full credit. There's a lot of readings, and certain weeks will have a TON of readings, but we're allowed to skip a week of work per unit, so plan accordingly.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
WGST100
Grade: A+
Jan 11, 2024
Would take again

asynchronous class, weekly readings with discussion boards but you are allowed to skip one week per unit. only required to meet for zoom convos about a certain unit of your choosing. you come in with a question, but it's more of her talking about the material and you pitching in the convo a little. final is just a review essay on what you learned.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
3.0
5.0
WGST100
Grade: Incomplete
Feb 23, 2024

I have not finished the class but so far its whack. this professor grades the discussions like essay questions even though they are like 5 points. Her instructions are also confusing at times.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
2.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 14, 2024

Pretty difficult so far. She is very strict on not using your opinion in the discussions but doesn't give much feedback when she gives you a bad grade. Multiple readings that are pages long and films you must watch each week if you want to get a good grade. She is nice but a harsh grader.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
WGST100
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 27, 2024

I typically excel in challenging environments & maintain good rapport with professors. This particular professor proved difficult despite efforts to collaborate, she exhibited negativity and inflexibility & claiming openness to feedback, she dismissed suggestions. I don't recommend her she fails to adapt to student needs. Horrible.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
May 1, 2024

Be ready to read and watch films every week. I do wanna say that she's a tough grader, doesn't like opinions when it comes with discussions and even the zoom conversation. For this class it's MANDATORY to do ONE zoom conversation. But each module, you're allowed to skip discussions, which to be honest it does help. Anna do good, avoid opinions.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
WGST100
Grade: C
May 15, 2024

This professor is very difficult, she said herself she didn't like the class. So much reading and videos expected for a 100 level course. She claims she's open for notes but never does anything about them, it feels like she gave up herself on the course.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
May 16, 2024

you cant even see your grade the whole semester because she locks it which is so weird

2.0
3.0
WGST100
Grade: B
May 18, 2024

We had weekly discussions and she let us skip one discussion per module which I found helpful. She doesn't like you writing your opinion on the discussions, and you have to reply to peers to receive credit. She is a picky grader with the discussions and assigns a bunch of readings and videos to watch. The final was an essay about what we learned.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A+
May 19, 2024

i wanted to like this class and if it helps, i did learn a few things but overall i had such a hard time trying to appease her requirements. shes a very strict grader and wont give you clear feedback. i would say to take someone else.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A+
May 24, 2024

Taking this class is kinda funny bc you'll struggle so much and try so hard to get a good grade on your transcripts. But once you see it there you realize that none of it was worth it. Do yourself a favor and take a different professor.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 17, 2024
Would take again

The toughest task was staying on top of the reading, beware that the online asynchronous class is extremely lecture heavy and a lot of documents to read. The topic itself is interesting and it consists of 4 reading responses (200 words), midterm, and a final. Just follow her instructions and you'll get a perfect score and get complimented like me.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
5.0
WGST100
Grade: B
Jan 21, 2025

The class is challenging, with strict grading and unclear feedback. However, using study tools like unstuck AI alongside the required readings and videos can help navigate the course. The professor's inflexibility makes it a tough but rewarding experience.

4.0
3.0
WGST100
Grade: A-
May 20, 2025
Would take again

Easy asynch course - just a few reading responses based on lectures, which are usually very long. Final is a 1000-word essay on what specifically you learned throughout the semester. Extra credit offered where you make a "final lecture". Her grading sometimes said I wasn't specific enough to the lectures when I'm sure I was. Cool professor though.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
WGST100
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2025
Would take again

Writing assignments are strictly graded, no use of opinion and interpretation of the many readings is allowed. While difficult at first, you'll learn critical thinking and analysis. Very rewarding when completed and is a very interesting topic. Take this class if you're genuinely interested in the topic it'll be rewarding and you'll learn a lot!!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
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