I feel bad because if I had put this class higher on my priority list, I probably would have done better. However, there was just too much reading to keep up with that left some of the readings undiscussed or less discussed then others. The class is really insightful if you're able to put your all into it, but it was overwhelming with other classes

Prof Blake is super caring and funny. Her class is well put together and there is quite a bit of reading that you must do in order to understand the class and get good test scores. However, some of the readings are interesting. The papers are pretty simple. TA created a study guide that basically had all the answers for the exams. 10/10

definitely not my favorite GE but requirements weren't absurd. op-ed essay was a little confusing and there was a lot of reading but it is an english class so. wish she had a better slide deck because sometimes it was hard following what she was talking about if you zoned out for a second, but a good class to take if the topic interests you

Probably the most frustrating prof I've had. I never felt like I understood what she wanted, she had us write an op-ed that is actually an essay, and there is no rubric to know what she wants for the group project. Office hours maybe could help, but I feel like you shouldn't need to go for EVERY assignment.

Professor Blake is probably the most enthusiastic professor I have had at UCSB. She is incredibly passionate for the 8am and I respect her for that. It's an easy GE if you participate and do the readings.

Incredible professor, talked about a lot of really relevant topics. Reading is hard to keep up on but if you do it's pretty easy to pass with a high grade.