Introduction to Folklore surveys global and US folklore, examining how cultural expressions address identity, authenticity, and authority.
Historical reviews of B. Marcus Cederstrom, Ruth Olson: Workload involves significant weekly reading, multiple papers, and large group projects. Grading can be strict, with one reviewer noting a high threshold for top grades.
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Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.81 GPA, 91.4% A/AB (n=162 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.71 GPA, 89.2% A/AB (n=186 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.87 GPA, 94.9% A/AB (n=175 letter grades).
Christine Garlough's historical reviews present conflicting views, with some calling the class boring and optional, while others praise her expertise and engagement. Grading depended heavily on the TA, with some finding papers easy to complete.
LOWELL BROWER is recorded teaching in Fall 2022, Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Spring 2025, Spring 2026. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
RUTH OLSON is recorded teaching in Fall 2008, Fall 2009, Fall 2010, Fall 2011, Spring 2013, Fall 2014, Fall 2016. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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| Section | Mode | Enrolled / capacity | Waitlist |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 230 / 240 | 42 |
| DIS 301 | Classroom Instruction | 18 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 303 | Classroom Instruction | 19 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 302 | Classroom Instruction | 19 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 304 | Classroom Instruction | 18 / 20 | 10 |
| DIS 305 | Classroom Instruction | 20 / 20 | 7 |
| DIS 306 | Classroom Instruction | 20 / 20 | 4 |
| DIS 307 | Classroom Instruction | 19 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 308 | Classroom Instruction | 19 / 20 | 3 |
| DIS 309 | Classroom Instruction | 12 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 310 | Classroom Instruction | 20 / 20 | 2 |
| DIS 311 | Classroom Instruction | 20 / 20 | 8 |
| DIS 312 | Classroom Instruction | 26 / 20 | 9 |
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Recent reviews of historical instructor B. Marcus Cederstrom describe the course as manageable, enjoyable, and engaging, with lectures that help students relate folklore to daily life.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2025: 3.71 GPA, 89.2% A/AB (n=186 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.60 GPA, 83.0% A/AB (n=218 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.87 GPA, 94.9% A/AB (n=175 letter grades).
Historical reviews of B. Marcus Cederstrom, Ruth Olson: Workload involves significant weekly reading, multiple papers, and large group projects. Grading can be strict, with one reviewer noting a high threshold for top grades.
Historical reviews of Ruth Olson: Experiences vary; some find lectures boring or pointless, while others praise the instructor's passion and helpfulness. Participation activities and pop quizzes on long readings are common requirements.
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Introduction to Folklore
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