[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:46:07.843889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNDE2OTE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1724937","instructor_name":"Daniel Kapust","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2020-06-08 01:41:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"At first I thought the acting shtick would be gimmicky, but he pulls it off well. The lectures were some of the most interesting and engaging I've had. If you want to do well you'll still have to read, but the workload is not unrealistically difficult. Highly recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1724937","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:46:07.843889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4Mjg5NTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1724937","instructor_name":"Daniel Kapust","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2017-05-11 19:00:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"I don't care what the subject is just take his class. HIs lecture style is odd at first  but so incredibly engaging. He is funny, passionate, and loves when students participate. Also, he talks about his son a lot and it is the cutest thing! Not necessarily an easy A, but definitely attainable if you put in the work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1724937","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:46:07.843889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjMzMTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1724937","instructor_name":"Daniel Kapust","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2017-05-06 17:14:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Kapust has amazing lectures that can make the most boring topics exciting. I would recommend any class with him solely for his lecturing style. This class was reading heavy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1724937","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:12.642669+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MjQ1MjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1586387","instructor_name":"Ethan Alexander-Davey","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2011-11-15 17:44:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"All I can say is, he is a rude arrogant person. Talked down to me when I asked him questions and was not helpful. Interesting material, awful teacher (whatever he is)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1586387","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:12.642669+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MjI3ODEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1586387","instructor_name":"Ethan Alexander-Davey","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2011-11-13 21:57:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"He gives all the information in the power points so there's literally nothing to read. And he tells you what you need to know for the tests, there are ID terms and essays, its pretty basic. very little thought needed. and he puts funny pictures and videos in the power points to liven class up a bit","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1586387","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:56.032068+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMzc0NDQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1282510","instructor_name":"John Zumbrunnen","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2019-11-07 07:03:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"JZ is amazing. So thoughtful. So smart. So willing to help you always.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1282510","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:56.032068+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MTE5NTkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1282510","instructor_name":"John Zumbrunnen","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2009-08-14 00:44:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"I don't care what anyone else says- if you want an A, you need to read the books. The concepts are difficult and Machiavelli sucks, but just memorize the study guide answers (which take a lifetime to write up) by heart. Best part is John keeps the class upbeat (even with the really dry material) and responds to any question on study guide via email","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1282510","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:56.032068+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1ODU4Mzk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1282510","instructor_name":"John Zumbrunnen","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2009-05-18 11:30:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class runs with PoliSci 502 so I was overwhelmed at first. No need to due readings, but lecture is mandatory. He tells you all the important things from readings. Very interesting class, and GREAT teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1282510","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNzUzMjAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2013-05-14 01:11:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nice guy, but unnecessary amount of reading and he pulls small vocab out of the text to test you on the final exam. TA completely determines your grade as he grades your paper, and all of your tests. When i had it one TA was noticeable easier so it kind of depends who you have as a TA. DO NOT TAKE UNLESS YOU ENJOY READING BOOKS FROM THE 13t century","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTQ1Mzg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2013-04-16 16:00:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Engaging lectures that keep your interest. Read the material and the test will be easy. Don't read and struggle with the tests. Highly recommend him and this class for any student no matter the major.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MTE3NzM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2010-05-04 13:54:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great lecturer, so much fun. But his exams suck. Gives you key terms to study, then doesn't use them and expects you to know completely random phrases. So go to lecture and make sure you read everything.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MDU1NTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2010-04-25 13:35:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"the greatest and most attractive professor probably ever in the history of UW. very interesting lectures, but doesn't post them on the internet so you have to go to class... it's worth it, though - ahh just love him","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NTQzNDAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2008-05-31 23:05:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is such a funny professor! His tests are mostly identification questions and short answer, and I've never really had a problem with the class. He's also really funny and easy going. I'd recommend taking the class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MDczODAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2008-02-05 21:00:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"OMG he rocks!  If he hadn't taught the second half of this class second semester I wouldn't have taken it.  You MUST do the reading because he likes to refer to it alot.  He explains things really well, so in discussion there usually aren't too many questions, just review.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzOTQyODMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2008-01-04 00:20:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avramenko is the man.  Class is really interesting and not too hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMjY3MTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2007-06-14 18:49:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avramenko was my absolute favorite professor. Smart and funny his class was my favorite all year.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMDE5MTI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2007-04-16 19:05:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"A tough but fair class. Definitely get to know your TA, they can be really helpful in getting the best grade possible in the class....","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMDA5MzIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2007-04-13 16:58:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Interesting lectures.  You have to do A LOT of reading.  A TON of reading.  Some of the reading is interesting and some of the time it is impossible.  Don't expect a cakewalk and your grade is heavily dependent on how your TA likes your writing style.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyMjQ1MDIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2006-09-22 00:09:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"In Avramenko's defense: some people need mocking.  His swagger can be a little off-putting, but I don't think anyone can really argue that he doesn't teach well or doesn't know his stuff.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyMTg4MDg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2006-08-24 23:08:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very good lecturer for the most part. Can be a little disorganized at times but usually keeps things interesting. Get Brandon Turner for your TA. He's pretty much my hero.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:05.583287+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODU4NDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:715075","instructor_name":"Richard Avramenko","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2006-05-10 01:03:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avramenko is great instructor, sexy and intelligent! willing to teach the materials to you.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/715075","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:12.896560+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNjg3Nzc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1816265","instructor_name":"Thomas Bunting","course_label":"ILS206","course_id":"ILS 206","course_uid":"course_017a664e53519bdfefed2e63","review_date":"2013-05-06 16:44:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really funny and knowledgeable guy, really interesting sections. Can spot people who don't read for the class from a mile off. Definitely one of my favorite TAs","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1816265","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0}]