Introduction to the politics, political economy, history, and theory of European integration.
The course features heavy readings and is graded primarily on four to five major assignments, including tough, heavily studied midterms and essay exams.
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Nils Ringe is praised for his EU expertise and passion, though lectures can be dry. Students find the content rewarding and note he values participation.
Critics cite subjective grading, lack of feedback, and poor slides, advising against the course despite his knowledge.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 3.10 GPA, 46.2% A/AB (n=91 letter grades); Spring 2023: 3.33 GPA, 62.7% A/AB (n=67 letter grades); Spring 2024: 3.23 GPA, 50.0% A/AB (n=66 letter grades).
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NILS RINGE is recorded teaching in Spring 2019, Fall 2020, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024. 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 | 75 / 88 | 1 |
| DIS 302 | Classroom Instruction | 17 / 17 | 1 |
| DIS 303 | Classroom Instruction | 17 / 17 | 0 |
| DIS 304 | Classroom Instruction | 13 / 17 | 0 |
| DIS 305 | Classroom Instruction | 10 / 17 | 0 |
| DIS 307 | Classroom Instruction | 14 / 17 | 0 |
| DIS 532 | Classroom Instruction | 4 / 0 | 0 |
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Professor Nils Ringe is a knowledgeable expert on EU politics who delivers engaging lectures, though students report mixed experiences regarding grading clarity and assignment feedback.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 3.10 GPA, 46.2% A/AB (n=91 letter grades); Spring 2023: 3.33 GPA, 62.7% A/AB (n=67 letter grades); Spring 2024: 3.23 GPA, 50.0% A/AB (n=66 letter grades).
The course features heavy readings and is graded primarily on four to five major assignments, including tough, heavily studied midterms and essay exams.
Reviewers value Ringe's passion and accommodation, finding the class rewarding and interesting for those interested in the EU.
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The European Union: Politics and Political Economy
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