[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:52.846435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyOTU2Mjk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1212589","instructor_name":"Kathryn Sanchez","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2026-04-28 17:10:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"I did enjoy Sanchez a lot she really was knowledgeable and loved to share about Latin American History which made the class very good. The main issue was the lectures. Slides had little text, so you had to rely on notes from what she said, which made the test harder since mutliple choice questions came from small details mentioned once.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1212589","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:52.846435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0Njg4MzQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1212589","instructor_name":"Kathryn Sanchez","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2015-04-28 16:06:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sanchez's lectures are often all over the place and hard to follow. She uses powerpoint with her lectures but her slides show pictures rather than notes about what she is going over. I took the class because I thought it would be easy and interesting but it wasn't really either. Would not recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1212589","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:52.846435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NTY1NTMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1212589","instructor_name":"Kathryn Sanchez","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2015-04-08 21:48:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"The exams for this course a super easy and you get a note sheet for each one.  There are only three midterms, no final.  There are a lot of readings for the course and you have to do them to do well, but they are generally interesting.  She is incredibly personable and is really into what she teaches.  I highly recommend this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1212589","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:52.846435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNzE3OTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1212589","instructor_name":"Kathryn Sanchez","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2013-05-09 12:43:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved taking her class! If you take LACIS with her, make sure you take a lot of notes during her lectures (there is a lot information thrown at you) so that you do well on her tests. If you put in the effort, you should do well! Incredibly interesting class, especially ancient civilizations!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1212589","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:52.846435+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTczNjc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1212589","instructor_name":"Kathryn Sanchez","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2013-04-21 15:59:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very sweet and kind if you ask her questions. Even though subject to me was very boring, she kept the lectures very interesting. Very good and fair professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1212589","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:30.351751+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNjY0MjE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2932086","instructor_name":"Levi Cross","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2026-03-04 03:53:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"I had Levi as my TA in my LACIS course and loved him. He really cares about his students is so funny and really makes everyone feel comfortable. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2932086","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:18.340890+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzg4ODg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2755682","instructor_name":"Marcella Hayes","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2025-12-24 00:46:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really caring, structures the class well so you learn how to make a good argument. TA graded pretty easily. Lectures can be a bit dense but it's like she's sharing juicy gossip so it was super entertaining. She just wants what is best for the students so def would rec!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2755682","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:18.340890+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTQ3NTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2755682","instructor_name":"Marcella Hayes","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2022-12-02 17:04:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"she's a great professor. You can tell how passionate she is about what she's teaching and cares about her students and will answer any questions asked. Class is mandatory and is a little longer than other classes but is a very interesting class since she tells the information like a story.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2755682","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:18.340890+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2Mzk3NjI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2755682","instructor_name":"Marcella Hayes","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2022-05-24 02:36:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hayes is an incredible lecturer, telling the complex histories of Latin American countries in the form of stories. She supplemented lectures well with quotes, images, and outside readings. Be prepared to write essays, as most of your grade is based on a couple papers and a writing-heavy exam. Super cool course, would definitely recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2755682","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:18.340890+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTQ3MTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2755682","instructor_name":"Marcella Hayes","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2022-04-25 17:41:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class was heavily lecture based, but they were interesting and the professor was clearly passionate about the subject. The readings aren't necessary, but they are helpful for context of lecture and not too long. 100% recommend taking this course. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2755682","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:38.655025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTI4NTMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2372864","instructor_name":"Patrick Iber","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2024-01-26 20:54:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Interesting content. Lectures and discussions were graded for attendance. 3 exams and one paper. Exams had short answer and timeline, and weren't difficult if you reviewed. The paper at the end was 8 pages for non-honors, 15 for honors and open-ended. Lots of reading homework. Prof. was accessible outside class and cared about student success. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2372864","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:38.655025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NjI4ODg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2372864","instructor_name":"Patrick Iber","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2023-12-12 17:02:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Definitely recommend taking a class with Prof Iber. I'm not a history major and just took his class for a gen ed so I think I would've found the class material to be boring if it had been taught by anyone else, but he presents the information in a very engaging manner. Grade is based on three midterms, a final paper, and TopHat attendance points.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2372864","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:38.655025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTQ2MzUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2372864","instructor_name":"Patrick Iber","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2018-05-18 15:21:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Patrick was my favorite prof this semester. He doesn't like to lecture for 75 minutes just as students don't like to be lectured for 75 minutes, so the culture breaks are fun and interesting. He is hilarious and lively to the point that I was sad to miss one lecture. The two midterms and final are by no means terrible, especially with discussion.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2372864","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:38.655025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMDE4NTU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2372864","instructor_name":"Patrick Iber","course_label":"LACIS260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2018-05-07 22:58:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Patrick has been an amazing lecturer this past semester and has presented material in a way that is interesting to the students. He is extremely flexible in working around his students schedules and often available to meet or help with concerns","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2372864","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:42.848462+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODU2NzAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:276631","instructor_name":"Steve Stern","course_label":"HISTORY260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2006-05-09 21:00:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"amazing class, LOVE the professor! he is brilliant! sometimes he talks a little fast and is hard to follow but i would def recommend this class to ANYone! lot of reading, 2 exams and an essay","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/276631","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:42.848462+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODE4MDc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:276631","instructor_name":"Steve Stern","course_label":"HISTORY260","course_id":"AFROAMER/ANTHRO/C&ESOC/GEOG/HISTORY/LACIS/POLISCI/SOC/SPANISH 260","course_uid":"course_652c8959938a0b0fa54debba","review_date":"2006-05-04 01:22:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is in no way arrogant and by far the most brilliant professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/276631","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0}]