Prof. Cortijo is very friendly and explores broader connections to real-world concepts with course content. Attendance not taken but homework assignment is a paper and he gives the prompt at the end of class. Comfortable environment but definitely participation heavy and he somewhat calls on you.

Prof. Silvia is honestly just mean. No matter what answer you give she will find something wrong with it. Easy class so might be worth it to take but just be ready for her to be angry at everything.

Professor Bermudez is a good professor, I think she gets super passionate about what she teaches and wants students to engage more and have meaningful conversations. She comes off intimidating, and will get upset if readings are not done. No midterms/final exams. Three written assignments worth 75% total. Can only have 2 excused absences.

I find that she seems full of herself. Ended class about 20 minutes early one time saying because it was our fault (the students), when clearly a class ending that early shows a reflection of her. Harsh grader, interrupts students, and I have felt at times she has gave passive aggressive comments.

Although some may find her blunt and a bit intimidating at times, which she can be I personally found her to be kind. Her teaching style is firm and straightforward, especially in lectures, which can feel intense. But it's clear she genuinely cares about the subject. The class itself isn't bad at all—it's composed of three short papers.

I totally understand why other reviewers think she was tough, but in this class and my experience personally, I really liked her. She definitely leads with a hard hand, but she cared about this subject and taught it well. She is also really kind in private, but in lecture can come off as menacing. I give her 5/5 for her dedication to this subject.