One of the most knowledgable professors I have taken at UCSB! Midterm and final in person and weren't super easy. Be sure to read the textbook, attend lectures, and take notes! Isn't an easy A but I feel like I learned so much from him! He is super funny too.

Mr. Ahuja was the sweetest and kindest man ever but the class was sometimes so boring. It's based heavily on readings, note-taking, and lectures so it can become redundant. But, he was so nice and the class/exams were straightforward. Highly doable, but a lot of studying.

The course can feel a bit disorganized at times, but the professor is fantastic. He's incredibly passionate about the subject, and his lectures are insightful.Your grade might depend on your TA, but overall, it's an easy class as long as you keep up with the readings and grasp the key concepts.

The class admittedly was a little disorganized at times but Ahuja is a great professor with lots of interesting perspectives. There are a lot of assigned readings per week so I'd recommend at least skimming the material each week so that you're prepared to engage in section, which required mandatory participation

He's a nice man but his lectures are insanely dry and repetitive. For all those saying you need to attend lecture to understand the readings, you don't. You can only miss up to 3 lectures and they take roll. 2 8 pg papers and final is 3 take home mini essays. Overall, never taking his class again. Does anyone know if he curves??

Best professor I've ever had. I was going through a tough time when I took his course and he was very understanding. He helped me so much during office hours and gave me great advice about my academic career. His lectures are life changing! Be ready to hear about realities when you go to his lecture, they are eye-opening.