Jackson is one of those mythical professors you hear about from your peers whose competency makes you dissatisfied with your own professors. I made a RMP account just to write this. Lectures are outstandingly concise and clear; the midterm is hard but fair, and with a massive curve. You will learn so much about Native American history.

Great professor, interesting topic. He cares and loves teaching this class, and works with students. As long as you put in the work, you'll do well. Grades pretty fair. Recommended!

Jackson is a great guy with a very easygoing personality. His assignments (there are many) are a drag, but it's a writing class so it's normal. Going to office hours helps with your grade and he likes to see enthusiasm. The topics you have to write about are pretty dry, too. BUT, he's HOT!

Really amazing prof. While most teachers show writing feedback by handing back papers with some red marks on it, he records himself speaking about how he felt about your paper for several minutes; truly cares about your work. Super length assignments that sometimes take all night, but really a great class that he makes apply to everything. 10/10

Loved taking writing 50 with Prof. Wakrentin. Lots of reading (just skim the assigned readings), but as long as you show up to class and put in the work, you should be fine! He makes the class interesting and gives you lots of freedom for thoughts and your final paper (which you build on the whole quarter).

He is a good writing professor. Although the class has a decent amount of work, he helps you through every step/process. You will learn A LOT from this course in terms of writing and researching on relevant issues. He is also approachable and accessible outside of class and willing to offer help in anyway.