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!

literally the sweetest and I felt so bad when others wouldn't participate because she really cares and is passionate. class overall is pretty chill/ easy with not much readings and there is always enough time to finish the papers

Professor Hirsch was approachable and understanding. She uses a variety of different writers, novels and movies in her classes. Lectures also included fundamentals of writing and gave in depth feedback. The Final grade consists of three essays, writing responses, and class participation. Overall, my writing improved drastically!

Professor Hirsch is awesome! One of my favorite professors I've had at UCSB. Pretty easy grader, but you are going to have to put a good amount of work into this class, but learn SO much. Really rewarding class, I would recommend it if you're even remotely interested in journalism!