a bully. stay away. I had been warned by many to avoid her. I thought they were wrong. they were not. the single worst experience of my education. had to call for help

I've read other peoples comments and i'm curious now if there are two Susan Derwins at UCSB. I've taken her classes twice and considering a 3rd time. If you do what she asks, your guaranteed an A. I know it sounds very generic to say that but the requirements are as clear as daylight. Lots of reading, but if you TRY - your getting a good grade.

Professor Derwin was really knowledgable and passionate about teaching. The subject matter, PTSD and veterans returning home, was fascinating and relevant. Definitely would recommend the class. As long as you keep up with the readings it's not too difficult.

Professor Derwin was really passionate about the topic (coming home from war) and the subject matter was relevant/interesting. Readings were all useful to the topic and fun reads, and she does a great job clarifying the material in her lectures. Would definitely recommend the class and the midterm/final were pretty straight forward.

Topic was on Aftermath of War, so interesting! Her passion was palpable and her work with the IHC made the class complex and interactive. Only negative was her lack of openness towards differing opinions and need to win arguments. Speak up in class but be prepared to defend your opinion. Midterms/essays were straightforward, got an A in the class.

Horrible class. I took this course as a graduating senior and hated it. Derwin spews nonsense gobbledygook for the entire lecture, completely disconnected from the students. She looks into the air like she is saying something profound and philosophical when really it is her attempt at using as many big words as possible in one sentence.