The Italian department at UCSB is wonderful. Signora Valentina is a very sweet lady and her class is always engaging. Quizzes aren't too hard if you study for at least thirty minutes beforehand. Would definitely take again!

Prof Padula is a great Italian teacher. She is patient and understanding, also charismatic. Homework can look like a lot but it's really not. Unfortunately you need the book on Cengage but its worth it. Attendance is mandatory. Quiz every 2 weeks, homework due Mondays and Wednesdays. Final is written/oral.

Perfect professor in Italian class. She is patient and good to students. Even brought some food to us one time. Highly recommended! I like her!

I love this woman. She is smart, confident, beautiful and she knows how to teach Italian! I will always take her when possible. You cannot fail one of her classes unless you really don't try.

Valentina is the best prof. I have had at UCSB HANDS DOWN! She is such a sweet lady and really cares about your success in the course. Go to her office hours and just talk about life! I love her so much and we are still great friends. She is an AWESOME prof. GO TO CLASS, study a little every night, and you will be golden.

Such an amazing teacher. She really cares about teaching the students Italian and makes the class relevant to travelling, studying abroad, and learning Italian culture. Goes above and beyond and teaches us about culture, food, transportation, etc in Italy. Very sweet and kind, understanding for all issues. Warns us about pop quizzes :) Amazing Prof