Introduction to U.s. History
Introduction to U.S. History explores thematic or chronological areas of American history through critical perspectives.
Summary
Historical reviews of Stephen Kantrowitz: Workload centers on participation and short 50-word assignments that become easier over time, though attendance is mandatory.
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Professors
Fall 2026No instructors recorded for this selection.
Historical instructors & teaching patterns
Historical reviews of Gloria Whiting: Gloria Whiting is described as thoughtful and available, connecting concepts well without requiring cramming. She enforces strict attendance and participation rules, banning laptops, while knowing every student's name.
GLORIA WHITING is recorded teaching in Spring 2016. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
STEPHEN KANTROWITZ is recorded teaching in Fall 2017, Fall 2019, Fall 2021, Fall 2023. 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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Student experience
the class
Historical reviews of Gloria Whiting, Stephen Kantrowitz: Reviewers describe the course as engaging and rewarding, praising instructors for connecting concepts and making participation central to success.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.51 GPA, 79.3% A/AB (n=140 letter grades); Spring 2024: 3.96 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=14 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.85 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=13 letter grades).
difficulty & workload
Historical reviews of Stephen Kantrowitz: Workload centers on participation and short 50-word assignments that become easier over time, though attendance is mandatory.
Historical reviews of Gloria Whiting: Students value the thoughtful connection of concepts and instructor availability, but must navigate strict no-laptop and mandatory attendance policies.
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Latest available · Spring 2026— not enough history to project Fall 2026.
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