Professor Hirsch has to be my favorite prof so far. I was scared taking an 8am writing class but she made it so interesting and kept her students engaged. She assigns a good amount of readings a week but they're very quick reads and really interesting. Her feedback is amazing and wants nothing but the best for her students, definitely recommend.

I worked hard for my grade in 107M, but Prof Hirsch made it so none of the work felt tedious. Her comments on essays are very in-depth and helpful, she's really accessible outside of class, and her lectures are engaging and interesting! Great professor and a caring and nice person.

One of my favorite professors at UCSB! She is so helpful, sweet, and cares for her students! TAKE HER WRITING CLASSES! You actually learn useful writing techniques without the extra fluff and the material is not hard. I have taken 2 writing classes with her and got A's both times, attendance is mandatory!

Do the readings because participation matters and you get called in class. She's super sweet! One of my favorite classes taken here!

she was so nice, sweet, and caring. honestly one of the best professors here to take for writing. she even gave out lolipops one time! but there are three essays for the course, first being 3 pages, 4 pages, and then 4 or 5 pages depending on you. you do have to attend the lectures but shes so wonderful!!

Prof Hirsch is amazing and so supportive. She gives extremely supportive feedback and genuinely cares about your progress as a writer. I loved this class!