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TAKE HIS CLASS!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2012589","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:45.711170+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODM2NTAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1347593","instructor_name":"Axel Presas","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2017-11-05 15:41:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great TA. helped me a lot during his office hours, very accesible. Funny as well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1347593","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:53:45.711170+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzc3Njgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1347593","instructor_name":"Axel Presas","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2014-01-21 15:59:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Funny and entertaining professor! Will work with you one-on-one for papers, which I highly recommend. He enjoys students who are outgoing and put themselves out there. However, don't ask a stupid question or he will call you out in front of the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1347593","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:14.461307+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMDg4MDM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1757124","instructor_name":"Caitlin Beduhn","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2024-12-03 22:51:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really liked this professor. In the past I've had really bad Spanish teachers and she was the complete opposite. I really enjoyed her class but get ready for lots of grammar work which is not my fave. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1757124","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:14.461307+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MjgwMTk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1757124","instructor_name":"Caitlin Beduhn","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2024-04-26 20:22:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Spanish 361: Caitlin is a sweet professor and cares about her students. There are a lot of reading assignments and there are three one-page response papers, an individual presentation, and a final 5-page essay which was more than I was expecting, but she is there to help you along the way. Participation and attendance are graded. 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She was great at explaining tough concepts and was very accessible during office hours to help you revise an essay.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1757124","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:56.181644+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjE1NDY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2492197","instructor_name":"Carlos Ortiz","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2022-12-21 18:10:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Carlos is the BEST professor. He truly cares about his students and is passionate about the subject. He gives great feedback and his class is very reasonable. Highly recommend! 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Class is graded on progress, so a solid effort will get you a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2492197","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:57.348097+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTYxODMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1326563","instructor_name":"Deneille Erikson","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2014-12-21 15:02:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Was slightly worried about the transition from high school to college Spanish, as I heard many professors were reluctant to answer questions or provide clear expectations. Deneille made her expectations very clear and was able to help us a great amount. AWESOME at answering questions and providing more clarity on topics. Recommend her to everyone.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1326563","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NzUyNzE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2023-04-28 17:17:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise is an amazing professor. She cares about her students and their learning. She is funny and you will never be bored in her classes","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NzUyNzA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2023-04-28 17:16:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of my favorite professors! Denise is so sweet and a very lenient grader, but she also gives good feedback on assignments. Class was fun to go to, but sometimes got off track.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzU3NzI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2023-01-19 22:17:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise is one of my favorite instructors of all time. She is very fun, knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely wants to see every student improve. She gives great feedback on the several essays you write, and gives you a good grade as long as you demonstrate effort and improvement. Denise fostered an environment that made me look forward to class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MDA2MjM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2022-12-07 16:20:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise is the most wonderful and endearing human being ever, and she's great at giving constructive feedback and clearly communicating with students. I have never skipped a lecture partially because the class content is crucial, but mostly because the lectures are entertaining and engaging. You need to come in with an adequate amount of knowledge.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTAzNjY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2022-11-28 21:46:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is very personable, absolutely amazing at teaching, and extremely relatable. Her teaching style is easy to follow and keeps you engaged in your learning. As long as you stay on-task and finish your assignments on time, you'll easily be able to pass the class. I would love to take her class again!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODg2MTgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2022-11-23 19:32:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise is a self-described \"easy grader\". If you show up to lecture every day and even put in the slightest bit of effort you will get an A. Class is definitely worth it if you took AP Spanish in high school and want all of the retro credits.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MjM4MTE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2022-05-04 14:38:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise is such a caring and kind person! Her classes were always so fun and she is super funny too. As long as you put in the effort and really try to become a better Spanish writer, this class should be a breeze!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzg2Njc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2022-01-23 16:48:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Castillo's lectures were very helpful and easy to understand. She is very enthusiastic and funny.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTMyMjI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2021-12-15 04:25:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise is such a fun and caring professor! She gives really helpful feedback on all of your writing assignments which is good since the class is about writing development. Attendance does impact your progress report, there is homework, but no tests, only wiring assignments. would definitely recommend!! ps. Denise is very pretty :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Mjc3MTU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2021-11-19 22:26:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise is a really sweet woman who cares about students improvement. The grading system is weird bc she grades based off of improvement vs individual grades so its hard to tell where youre at. Other than that she does her best to make the class fun and interactive. The homeworks can take a long time so dont wait until the day before its due","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjEyMjY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2021-04-23 23:07:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super nice :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTM0NjIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2020-04-27 01:43:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise truly cares about her students! She really wants everyone to succeed and is so ready to help you at a moments notice! I would recommend her to anyone who is taking a Spanish class. Even during the Corona switch to online, she kept classes fun, which is really hard to do! She is a super fair grader as well! If you get the chance, take it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNDc2MTgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2019-11-25 20:39:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise Castillo is so spirited and puts effort into helping students improve their Spanish. Although she tends to speak quickly, her fast pace allows students to grow their listening comprehension skills. She always provides useful feedback on papers, and she evaluates each student on an individual basis. Highly recommend taking her classes!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:56.683888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTk1ODAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2034678","instructor_name":"Denise Castillo","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2017-12-14 10:54:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Denise is great. She knew all of our names by about the end of the 2nd class. She gives a lot of feedback on your writing and its actually helpful. Shes approachable and funny.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2034678","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:42:03.827164+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxODY2OTc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1371463","instructor_name":"Edith Beltran","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2013-06-05 20:02:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Edith was a generally good instructor.  Spanish 226 is easy enough if you just do the homework and go to class.  She was pretty funny from time to time and didn't really make us do unnecessary busy work or activities.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1371463","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:06.700257+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjczNTE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1855867","instructor_name":"Emily Frerichs","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2019-01-17 08:55:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is graded on a combination of class participation and personal improvement throughout the course. There are some book assingments and essays but generally light on homework. Emi is amazing and really cares about her students. She will work with you to help you understand things, gives great feedback, and brings a fun energy to class :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1855867","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:06.700257+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDU5ODA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1855867","instructor_name":"Emily Frerichs","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2018-12-17 04:25:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love Emi soooooo much omg. She was an amazing gem passionate about music, movies, literature, and spanish and she really brought that into the classroom setting. As long as you put effort into your work its an easy gpa booster.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1855867","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:06.700257+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwOTAzMTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1855867","instructor_name":"Emily Frerichs","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2018-12-06 21:53:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was nervous about taking Spanish 226, so I am very glad Emi was my TA. She made learning the grammar and writing concepts much easier and is always looking for ways to help you improve. Highly recommend as a TA and a person!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1855867","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:06.700257+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwODc3Mjcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1855867","instructor_name":"Emily Frerichs","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2018-12-05 14:41:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"She really goes out of her way to be kind and understanding, and she's a fair grader. She doesn't get pissed if you don't understand what she's saying in Spanish and she'll explain it in English. Would highly recommend her for 226!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1855867","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:06.700257+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNzg3NzQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1855867","instructor_name":"Emily Frerichs","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2018-11-27 00:00:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Emi is on top of things, approachable, and creates a very comfortable environment for Spanish 226. It's a writing course, and Emi is perfect because she takes each essay and gives very helpful feedback on the grammar, structure, and content. She really cares about both your success in the class and your progress as a student in general.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1855867","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:51.580721+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjQxMTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2015268","instructor_name":"Emma Robinson","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2021-01-05 22:58:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Emma is super understanding and flexible. The class has a relatively low courseload and she gives you detailed feedback to help you succeed. I would definitely recommend taking a Spanish class with her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2015268","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:01.992343+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODI5MTIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:405846","instructor_name":"Eve Pujol","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2006-05-05 13:12:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved this class!!  Eve is one of the nicest people I know.  It is true that she expects a lot from her students, but if you work hard and care about what you learn you'll be fine and you'll have fun.  Eve is funny and a great teacher.  I am really going to miss this class.  I'm so glad I took it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/405846","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:01.992343+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNjk3NzM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:405846","instructor_name":"Eve Pujol","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2006-04-12 12:04:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Eve is a very good teacher. Some think the class is difficult but the truth is that you should not be taking Spanish if you can’t handle her class. This class involves grammar, reading, writing, and giving 2 group presentations. It is quite easy if you do your work and can write okay.  This class is great preparation for the next level. Take Eve’s ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/405846","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:01.992343+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzYzNTA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:405846","instructor_name":"Eve Pujol","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2005-01-07 14:56:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved Spanish until taking her class.  Very judgmental and wants you to "write like they do in spanish" but doesn't tell you how to go about doing that.  Not very welcoming.  Not for freshman.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/405846","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:01.992343+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMzc3MDM=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:405846","instructor_name":"Eve Pujol","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2004-12-15 21:40:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class is Grammar and Writing.  Apparently she doesn't know that because she turned it into Analysis of Literature.  The papers are almost impossible to do well on.  She can be extremely irrational and uncaring.  Do not take as a freshman.  Other professors of this class are much better.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/405846","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:20.347608+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3Njg5NzAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:696339","instructor_name":"Giosue Alagna","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2017-01-07 14:50:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Alagna was a very solid Spanish professor. Spanish 226 was restructured this year and was filled with mounds of homework. Mr. Alagna made this class bearable by following grading rubrics and meeting with students outside of class to review major assignment.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/696339","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:26.200318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMTAxNDcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2559707","instructor_name":"Jamie De Moya-Cotter","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2024-12-04 19:21:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very passionate. Lots of writing, but that's also the whole point of the class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2559707","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:26.200318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NzEzNTU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2559707","instructor_name":"Jamie De Moya-Cotter","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2023-12-17 04:14:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very helpful and understanding. The department switched the website the semester that I took the class, but Jamie was very thoughtful in taking workload into account with the new system and encouraged the department head to alter essays and assignments to be more realistic for the timeline. Very involved in classes and easily available outside them","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2559707","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:26.200318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NjEwMDM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2559707","instructor_name":"Jamie De Moya-Cotter","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2023-12-11 17:39:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Classes are very active, and you will be expected to answer questions every class for your participation grade. He gives good feedback and as long as you put a little bit of effort into the essay and assignments you will get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2559707","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:26.200318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4MzIxMTM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2559707","instructor_name":"Jamie De Moya-Cotter","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2023-10-30 04:10:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jamie friendly, funny, and wants you to be successful. He speaks mostly in Spanish, so I don't feel like a learn a ton about grammar in class. You must do a lot of the learning outside of class, and then in-class is mostly just practicing. All the homework is entirely online and is auto-graded which is a little frustrating. You must write 6 essays.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2559707","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:26.200318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzY4MzM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2559707","instructor_name":"Jamie De Moya-Cotter","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2023-01-23 17:55:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super nice guy and always gives really helpful feedback. Grade is based on progress throughout the semester and participation is heavily encouraged. He's very understanding and makes the class engaging.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2559707","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:26.200318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTkwMDU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2559707","instructor_name":"Jamie De Moya-Cotter","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2022-12-19 18:48:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jamie is hilarious, and I had a great time in his class. Absence policy is strict, but not inflexible, and he cares about students. I frequently felt I did not understand what he was looking for in my essays, and wasn't sure what he wanted from me. Graded for participation and progress, but didn't understand what he wanted me to improve on. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2559707","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:29:52.851938+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjM3Njk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1212413","instructor_name":"Juan Iso","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2014-05-13 16:16:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's not the greatest TA in the world, but his willingness to help is great and he does not grade too harshly either, which helps.  It is not difficult to earn a BC, B or AB in this class if you put the work into it, but may be hard to get an A given the difficulty of the material.  Overall, good TA.  Plus, he's hilarious!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1212413","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:06.529560+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNDk1ODM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1434533","instructor_name":"Katie Oswald","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2014-08-03 17:32:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Katie is a great teacher!! Very friendly and helpful!!! She also speaks Spanish very clearly!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1434533","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:06.529560+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxODUzNDY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1434533","instructor_name":"Katie Oswald","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2013-06-01 19:29:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Katie is very helpful and passionate about teaching. Her class is interactive, and she teaches the material in a clear and concise manner. Bonus: there's no midterms or final exams for 226.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1434533","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:19.737619+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzgzMDAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2489616","instructor_name":"Kendall Aycock","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2019-05-06 15:34:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Kendall is an amazing TA. She really cares about her students and wants them to succeed. The class in and of itself isn't very hard, and Kendall does a good job of answering any questions that students have. She explains the material well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2489616","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:07.772054+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MjgyOTgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2085304","instructor_name":"Margaryta Bondarenko","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2016-11-30 09:18:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Margaryta is such an amazing teacher! She makes every class fun, and is super understanding. I would definitely take a class with her again, she makes you feel completely welcomed!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2085304","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:05.478810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODczNTEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:790959","instructor_name":"María De Avila","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2006-05-12 00:01:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"I didn't like her that much during the class because she wasn't the most helpful HOWEVER after seeing her around after the class had ended, I am very glad I had her. She is a very nice and perfectly willing to help you out. The tests are hard, but they are consistent and predictable. Nothing was a surprise..we knew it was going to be hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/790959","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:05.478810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODUzNjEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:790959","instructor_name":"María De Avila","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2006-05-09 15:13:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"she is terrible teacher who doesn't clarify anything and doesn't teach you anything. You listen to music and then get hard ass exams on stuff you never went over in class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/790959","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:51.554159+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzU3NTcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1683447","instructor_name":"Marin Laufenberg","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2014-01-15 17:50:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Marin was a fantastic! Her Spanish is very clear and she's very accommodating when it comes to helping students. Loved her!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1683447","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:17:12.681340+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjkzMjc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2375007","instructor_name":"Michelle Dutton","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2023-01-06 18:02:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm so glad I had Michelle this semester. She's kind, flexible, and genuinely cares about her students' success. She's also one of the few teachers I've had who sent out a survey about the class and actually adjusted her lectures to fit student needs. Overall, I can't say enough good things about her. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2375007","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:17:12.681340+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzMyNzg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2375007","instructor_name":"Michelle Dutton","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2021-12-01 15:32:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is very kind and cares about her students. She is very helpful and approachable, and gives good feedback. She does grade on participation.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2375007","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:17:12.681340+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjQ1Nzky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2375007","instructor_name":"Michelle Dutton","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2021-04-28 15:17:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Michelle is GREAT! She's so friendly and approachable, and she incorporated what we liked to do into class. She gave plenty of opportunities for feedback, and the workload was not bad at all. I feel like I learned so much in this class! 10/10 would take a class with her again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2375007","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:17:12.681340+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzOTYyMTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2375007","instructor_name":"Michelle Dutton","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2020-12-06 02:36:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"i love her. i'm having personal family issues and she's more than willing to work with you and provide extensions. the class is based on progress so there aren't exams, just a few essays that are fairly easy. the weekly workload wasn't bad either!! overall awesome, i 10/10 recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2375007","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:32.553335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MTEwNjAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2127017","instructor_name":"Monica Styles","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2017-04-24 10:43:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought she was pretty good. She wasn't very engaging but was a pretty easy grader and she is from philly so she is easy to understand. Doesn't have much cultural experience to offer but I'd take her again","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2127017","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:32.553335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjQ1NTcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2127017","instructor_name":"Monica Styles","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2016-12-30 12:20:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Monica is a terrible TA. Take a class with anyone but her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2127017","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:55.826428+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MDY3NTU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2543085","instructor_name":"Sabina Madrid-Malloy","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2022-12-10 22:19:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her slides are often hard to understand and they are mostly photos of the textbook. She excels in giving feedback and in taking suggestions. There is book work due every week. This class is graded on hhow much you improve in your writing, which is subjective. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2543085","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:55.826428+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjYxMDg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2543085","instructor_name":"Sabina Madrid-Malloy","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2021-12-27 14:55:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Fantastic! Definitely read the syllabus for the attendance and grading policies; there are some things that she doesn't mention that are pretty important. She definitely cares about students, and always will help you if you ask for it. Participate, turn things in on time, and ask questions/be willing to make mistakes in class, and you're set.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2543085","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:55.826428+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTc5MTg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2543085","instructor_name":"Sabina Madrid-Malloy","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2021-12-17 21:05:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sabina is the best! Great professor that cares about her students. Highly recommend trying to get her as your professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2543085","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:32.945710+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODk0OTMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1950394","instructor_name":"Sean Gullickson","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2014-11-25 21:45:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class itself lies on the harder side. Make sure to study hard for the each quiz and participate. The papers aren't hard to get good grades on. Sean overall is very funny. He tells lots of jokes and makes the class activities interesting. I don't like the way he goes over the chapters we read, however overall he is a very good TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1950394","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:06.837636+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjEzMDcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:653650","instructor_name":"Stacy Bryant","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2014-05-10 00:37:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Grade consists mainly of writing assignments, quizzes, and a final video.  Stacy is a great, enthusiastic teacher and I usually looked forward to class, even at 8 in the morning.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/653650","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:06.837636+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzkzMTc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:653650","instructor_name":"Stacy Bryant","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2013-11-26 16:37:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super helpful! Nature of this class is difficult; it's really just the grammar rules, special cases of grammar, etc. Study hard, you'll be fine. Originally planned on a double major with Spanish. Taking next semester off, but we'll see where that goes. Stacy is super clear with directions and projects. NO MIDTERMS, NO FINAL EXAM. Attend class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/653650","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:00:09.945530+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODkwNTA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1883096","instructor_name":"Veronica Hernandez","course_label":"SPANISH226","course_id":"SPANISH 226","course_uid":"course_39f8b7da4f6f69e86e91c88f","review_date":"2014-03-06 12:10:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awful! She has organization problems, has unclear and impossible expectations of us, insults and laughs at our ability and mistakes on a regular basis, assumes we are all bad, makes the participation grade way too impossible to be good at, and constantly complains we speak English a lot in class when we rarely if ever do. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!!!!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1883096","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0}]