[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyOTYzNDE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2026-04-29 01:18:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is passionate, but has impossible standards for grading. She is looking for something so specific in all the answers to tests and quizzes involve random bits of information said in passing in the lecture. Tries to make the class more difficult than it should be for what it is. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNTYyNDg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2026-01-29 04:19:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought this course was really interesting. Cabell is very passionate about what she teaches, and it's clear in her lectures. She's also quite funny and easy to talk to. Attendance isn't mandatory, but there are weekly quizzes that can include things you'll only know if you do go. Exams were take home and open note but were pretty time consuming.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTQ3NzEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2025-12-10 17:05:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you take notes off of the slides, good luck on the quizzes. Most of the stuff on the quizzes is a random fact that she brought up off hand. She does care about her students, and she is hilarious, but it is so hard to actually complete well. TA Lasya is the best though. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDk5NDkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2025-12-08 19:30:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"The grading system is super well-defined, and there are many homework and quiz drops. Attendance is not mandatory for the lectures, but most information found on quizzes and exams are said verbally in lecture and not written on the slides. The take-home exams can be tedious, but are not too bad if you paid attention in class. Overall, fun class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxODA0NzY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2025-11-05 03:30:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Love her so much. Every lecture was very engaging and she's very funny. Definitely recommend any class from her. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDU4MTIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2024-12-30 01:46:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Cabell is awesome, and I'm taking another one of her classes for fun. She's fun to talk to one-on-one in her office hours, her lectures are funny and engaging, and she clearly knows her audience. The weekly quizzes can be deceptively hard, and paying attention in lectures is pretty mandatory for a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjY2NDU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2024-12-13 02:29:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"I learned a lot more from this class than I initially thought I would! Dr. Gathman sets very clear expectations, and its actually quite hard to do poorly in this class (there are lots of drops available on Canvas). There are a LOT of readings each week, though, but I found that it's possible to pass quizzes, etc. by just skimming them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMDcxNjA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2024-12-02 23:32:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"LOVED this class! Took it by accident but it honestly is so interesting and is really easy. Exams are take home and there aren't any in-class assignments!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5OTM3ODgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2024-11-13 08:47:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are detailed and the professor is kind to questions. But the weekly quizzes are really hard and there is no lecture recording to refer. Readings are also important as they appear on quizzes. No final or midterm exam but you still need quite a lot of effort to get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NzUzMDE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2024-09-19 20:16:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures with Cabell were always fun. She is an engaging lecturer, and information is delivered in an accessible way. Canvas was easy to navigate, and expectations were clear. If you kept up with the weekly quizzes, things were easy. There was a good amount of weekly reading for discussion but a quick skim was often enough.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MTcyNDk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2024-04-15 05:07:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved this class! As a freshman last year, I was shocked by how detailed each lecture was. It may be uncomfortable at first, but I wish these things were less taboo as they are very important! Dr. Gathman was always a pleasure with engaging lectures. She is passionate and very willing to accommodate students' individual needs. Loved her fits!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODU1NTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2024-01-09 18:01:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Grading is extremely harsh for the essays","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NzAyNDAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2023-04-24 18:49:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Cabell was a super chill professor, I loved her. Most readings for the entire semester were long and or dense but you only need to skim them for the general idea for the weekly quizzes. There are no exams, just 2 projects that are both fairly easy. Overall pretty easy class if you put in the work every week. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NDM2MTgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2023-02-16 06:13:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Loved the way that she engaged students in the material. Discussion section was always really interesting and I actually wanted to attend. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTE2NDgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2022-11-30 00:10:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"She has a wonderful sense of humor and great personality! The main concern with this class is the readings, you need to do them. BUT there is NO EXAM and lectures are recorded! Make up work for missing discussion is not awful either! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODY5MzMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2022-11-20 04:50:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Okay you NEED to take Soc 160 with Gateman. THERE ARE ZERO EXAMS. ALL LECTURES ARE REMOTE if you want, she has a zoom open!! Some weeks she just assigns films instead of lecture which are usually about teen hookups and other dating topics. Overall just such a chill class. Attend discussion and participate you should have no prob getting an A. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:17.026209+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODQwNzAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1426451","instructor_name":"Cabell Gathman","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2022-11-16 00:53:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Cabell is very accomodating: you can zoom all lectures/she posts all notes. Lots of reading for weekly quizzes which aren't too bad (normally) but you need to do the reading and 100% take notes during lecture. Discussion attendance is mandatory (its a lot of makeup work if you miss.) Organized and structured class -- you know what to expect. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1426451","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:52.810853+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NjI2Njk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2650978","instructor_name":"Frankie Frank","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2023-04-13 15:57:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best professor I have ever had! She made three hour lectures feel so quick. An absolutely hilarious and caring person who loves all her students. She feels more like a friend than a professor at times. The course work is easy and all tests are open note and you have a week to do them. I would take a course from her again in a heartbeat. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2650978","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:52.810853+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0ODgyNDUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2650978","instructor_name":"Frankie Frank","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2021-06-02 03:57:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Frank was an amazing professor and lecturer! She showed a real understanding of what she was teaching and set up the class so the material was easily understood and digestible. She was great at dealing with students and showed a real empathy to everyone in the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2650978","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:52.810853+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0Njc2MTQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2650978","instructor_name":"Frankie Frank","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2021-05-01 18:32:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Frankie is on the of the most amazing professors I've ever had. This class was so interesting, organized, and fun. Her lectures feel more like a conversation with a friend than just a typical lecture. There are no real exams, just 3 &quot;assessments&quot; that you have around 4 days to complete, and 1 book report. Wish she taught all my classes!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2650978","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:52.810853+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjQ3MzI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2650978","instructor_name":"Frankie Frank","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2021-01-07 04:11:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Frankie is incredible: smart, engaging, hilarious, personable. Lectures were something I truly looked forward too, this class changed the way I view the world. If you take this class please actually show up, made me angry people would be so disrespectful in not attending lecture. Easy A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2650978","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:52.810853+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjI5MDgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2650978","instructor_name":"Frankie Frank","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2021-01-03 18:28:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Frankie is truly exceptional. She is incredibly knowledgable and passionate about her field. She really cares about every single student and creates a refreshingly positive learning environment.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2650978","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:52.810853+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDc4OTQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2650978","instructor_name":"Frankie Frank","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2020-12-15 06:02:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"She makes you feel like you're just having a conversation with a friend when attending lecture. Super knowledgable while also being funny and relatable. She makes everyone feel very comfortable and I would totally take another class with her. Usual amount of readings/homework you'd expect in a class, nothing too crazy or overwhelming.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2650978","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2OTQ3ODcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2016-09-01 00:01:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Delamater is a gem. Soc/psych 160 is a great class, in content and because of Delamater. He's hilarious and makes class 100% worth going to every day. It's a ton of reading, especially for a 100-level class, but it's not terrible. Just make sure to read the text and attend lectures and discussions. You'll learn a lot!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MzAyOTkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2016-04-15 01:54:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Delamater is dry. The class itself is very interesting, however you really need to keep on top of your text book and article readings. The tests have questions from lecture, discussion, and the readings. I personally think the way the papers are graded could be improved. I feel that my grade poorly represents how much I learned. READ READ READ.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTQyNDA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2016-01-14 17:06:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you're interested in learning about sex, take this class! Be prepared to do a ton of studying. Take good lecture and book notes, and skim the online articles. The TAs are pretty harsh graders on the papers and the short answer portion of exams, but everything is graded on a curve. DeLamater is funny and I learned a lot of valuable information!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODI2NzI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-12-26 12:21:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class was very interesting as material had many real life connections. Have to do well on tests and papers since they are basically your whole grade. There are 3 total tests and two papers. You end up reading the whole textbook and a lot of book information isn' covered in lecture so you have to read.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTM4OTc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-12-03 14:24:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor DeLamater really knows his stuff. The lectures are interesting, and the knowledge you gain really applies to real life scenarios. However, the TAs are harsh graders and the exams are difficult. The TA you are assigned can really make or break your grade. Worth the work, though, as the class is enjoyable. Great lectures, lots of work! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTI3NzY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-12-02 16:33:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was way more difficult than I expected. If you put the work in (and I mean 10+ hours a week NOT including discussion and lecture) then an A is definitely possible. The TA's are impossible to satisfy, so it's nearly impossible to do well on short answers and essays, though. DeLamater enjoys lecturing and the topics are interesting. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTIxOTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-12-02 03:39:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super transphobic and misogynistic.  I found him very unapproachable and very unwilling to discuss matters with students. Would not recommend. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzY4MjE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-11-08 22:27:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took him for Human Sexuality so when I saw that he was older, I was scared. Turns out he makes this class fun and not at all awkward. He is SO knowledgable he wrote the book you use. He plays funny sex-related music before class to get you in the mood to learn about what could possibly be the most important topic there is.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzU3ODYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-11-06 11:08:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"The TA's are ridiculously difficult graders and create the exams which are super hard. I took this class thinking it would be interesting and a relatively easy class, but it is NOT. There is TONS of reading, all of which is on the exam, and Professor wrote the text so he takes it all REALLY seriously. They include the smallest details on the exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzU3NzQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-11-06 10:49:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"This professor wrote the textbook that is used for the class so he is knowledgeable & his lectures are great! However, the TAs for this class are what ruined it. They are unprepared, rude, and lack skills on how to facilitate productive discussion. I was very disappointed because this is a class I was expecting a lot more than I got. Complete waste","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MjkwMDI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-01-14 23:00:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not very helpful. Tough tests. Boring lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0Mjg3OTk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-01-14 17:06:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Knows what he's talking about, but can come off as intimidating and arrogant especially since he wrote the text book. Interesting material and topics. After reading reviews I thought there would be a nice generous curve but it was the opposite. Even my TA said she begged to give more points. Lucky to have had a good TA unlike the other sections.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0Mjg3OTU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2015-01-14 16:57:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Each TA was only able to give 9 A's across their sections which meant about one person from each discussion group of about 20 got an A. Opportunity for extra credit but doesn't make a difference if you do it but can hurt you if you don't. Too much material to review for exams, LOTS of reading. Wouldn't recommend if looking for an easy load class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTY3ODA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-22 12:56:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would not take this class. Overall it was worth it because the material was very interesting, but there are easier classes out there that will fill this requirement for you. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTY3Mzg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-22 12:02:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was incredible, and if you do the work, you'll get an A. Go to ALL of the lectures, do the textbook and article readings, and there's no way you won't pass. The discussions were fun, the material was interesting (it's about sex, how could it not be?), and DeLamater taught amazing lectures. PLEASE take this class you won't regret it","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTQ1NzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-19 12:51:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Take psych 160.  do it. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTQ0NDM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-19 10:36:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very interesting course but also a lot of work. You get out what you put into it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTEyMDc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-16 23:48:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really enjoyed this class! Professor DeLamater is very passionate about his work and he actually wrote the textbook. I found the lectures along with the readings (which were quite long) interesting which made them much more bearable.  It is cross listed with psych, so taking before that definitely helped me. The class also has a huge curve","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDQxMjEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-11 18:43:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"him and TA's are hardest graders on earth, worst thing ever","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTgxNjg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-08 02:08:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"This is a very interesting class! Lectures are interesting and go at a decent pace. You definitely have to read the book to do well on exams, and it is a lot of reading each week. If you read and go to the lectures, you'll do fine. I definitely recommend this class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTI2Njcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-02 18:15:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"DeLamater is a brilliant, enthusiastic, intelligent, and funny guy. Very eager to talk to students and hear their views. Lectures can get long winded at times, such as when he is explaining studies and tables at length. Be prepared to read a lot, as there is usually 1-2 textbook chapters assigned per week, and powerweb readings. Exams are easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTEzNzY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-12-01 13:59:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Though the subject was super interesting, the class was made much harder than it needed to be. For a 100 level course, there was a lot of reading and extra online articles. The midterms were overly specific, and two papers were assigned that really didn't apply to current course material. John is also pretty arrogant since he wrote the textbook.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODA5NTU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-11-13 18:32:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor DeLamater is very clear and his lectures are very interesting. He answers questions clearly and makes the class more fun with competitions to win \"Sexpert\" shirts and music in the beginning of some lectures. There's also opportunity to gain extra credit. Read the book!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMTc3MjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2014-05-06 14:56:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Fascinating class. He loves what he teaches and he gets really into it. NOT A HARD CLASS. Read what is assigned, go to lecture, go to discussion, study maybe a smidge and you can get an easy A. Great grade booster.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDAxMjY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2013-11-28 16:49:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures are very interesting and easy to understand/follow. There is a lot of reading but if you read take notes exams are extremely easy. Powerweb reading are boring but not very important on exams. TAs do all the work and make exams and such very easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzk0ODI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2013-11-26 21:35:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests are really really hard. Power web readings are extremely important. He gives a ridiculous amount of reading for an intro class of 4 credits. If you can take it with his wife in the spring. I've heard that that is generally more manageable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTEyODIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2012-11-29 14:44:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"absurd amount of reading. pretty unrealistic for 4 credits. test seem very nit-picky. interesting info covered, but tests are so specific that it's next to impossible to study.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMDc0Nzk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2012-04-18 18:20:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tough class.  Tons of reading from the book and online.  Test questions are taken from the book, readings, and lecture.  Exams are very specific, but there is a huge curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MjIwNTc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2011-02-09 00:36:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Needlessly difficult course. Completely unclear on expectations of what you need to know of material. Average score on exam was ~50%-even if you learned nothing, it's curved! Waste lots of time learning stuff that is unimportant. Regular typos on exams made for free points. Waste disc time doing childish activities even after whole section complain","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTQ4NjA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2011-01-17 11:27:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Baaad lecturer.  He rambles all over the place, directly contradicts himself or the textbook (that he wrote!), and generally I would not recommend taking this course to anyone for those reasons.  ALso, 2/4 TA's were patronizing and unhelpful.  He reuses exam qs so if you do end up in this terrible course, go look over your exams and memorize them!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTI1MzMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2011-01-12 02:59:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"hard! small small details on the tests. 2 papers which are easy and the powerwebs suck! 51 articles averaging 15 pages each and read the whole 500 page book. for the final, go look at your old tests! cumulative section is word for word old questions so it really helps. i don't recommend the class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTA5MDE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2011-01-09 20:49:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"The tests were very nit-picky but there is a huge curve in this class.  The PowerWebs are really boring but important because there are at least 10 questions on each test on them.  Delamater makes things quite interesting but overall the class requires tons of work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDcyNDA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2011-01-02 01:56:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is pretty challenging. The exams have questions (a lot of tiny details) from lecture, textbook, and powerweb readings. TA's do most of the grading. Your grade is made up by 2 Mid terms and 1 final, and 2 smaller papers. Section is pointless but you get points for going.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDUxODYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-12-27 22:08:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very particular, and expects a lot from his students. Is not an easy class you have to dedicate a lot of time to study and read the textbook. Midterms focus on both lecture and picky details from the text. Make sure to attend lecture. Although does offer extra credit!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDQyNDM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-12-25 21:48:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"I got an A with 78% in the class. If that's not an amazing curve I don't know what is.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDQyMDg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-12-25 19:54:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"HORRIBLE HORRIBLE HORRIBLE CLASS.  Do not take this class unless you are ready to read your life away. The prof. doesn't even put the material on the exams when he's says to study that certain topic. It will ruin your GPA, it did for me.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDA1NzY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-12-20 15:30:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Delamater is great! He knows exactly what he's talking about and very approachable. The only real downside to the class is that it's at 8:50.. but it's still very much so worth it! It's commonly filled with freshman so much of complaining is from those who had their mommy holding their hand through high school. It's college! Read!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDAxOTEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-12-20 01:13:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"I chose this class as my fun relaxed class that really interested me but quickly found out i had to memorize insignificant details from textbook, lecture, and dry online articles. Ruined my GPA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODM4MTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-12-01 12:23:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"LOVE this class! So interesting and helpful in life, not just school. Must go to every lecture and do all powerwebs to get good grade since most test questions from them. Take very detailed notes on what he SAYS, not just power point. I enjoy going to this class each time :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NjExMjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-09-23 23:30:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Gets off-track a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2ODIxNDE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-02-22 16:21:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"he knows his topic really, really well and does a good job of keeping things moving and making them clear. read the textbook, go to lecture, know the basic point of the powerwebs, and you'll be fine. it's a lot of memorization and you have to work for a good grade, but it's worth it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2ODEyNDEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-02-18 03:27:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"honestly he was an okay professor. As long as your read that textbook you will be fine. I hardly ever went to class and I got a solid B. He says there are a lot of questions from exams but there are not that many on them","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Nzk3MTIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-02-10 19:04:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Fascinating topic and he really knows what he is talking about. The tests aren't that difficult as they are all curved, as long as you do the assigned readings from the textbook (the PowerWebs are  ridiculous but no one reads them anyway and the curve takes care of getting all those q's wrong)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Njk2NDMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-01-08 13:22:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS!!! Wait until spring semester and take it when his wife teaches it. The midterms were very difficult and consisted of tiny, pointless details from lecture, the book, and about 45 articles (20 pages each) that are unrelated to the material. DO NOT MISS LECTURE, and know every figure he explains.  A very disappointing class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Njc4ODc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2010-01-05 00:10:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Completely regret taking the course. I thought it would be an interesting course, however the exams made it torture. He tests you on tiny details and even statistics. He tells you on his syllabus that there is over 1,000 pages of reading. Not fun, and you're expected to know all the details of all the reading. This class is not worth the trouble.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjQwODgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2009-12-25 22:41:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was a HUGE dissappointment. I got my first C ever in this class...and I thought it was going to be fairly easy. Unless you spend your time reading the tiniest (unimportant) details in the textbook and from what he says in lecture, you are not going do well on exams. Delamater presents good material in the most boring way possible.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjE2MTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2009-12-21 15:04:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terrible class. Exams are very difficult and involve memorization of specific details and names rather than understand major themes. He claims this class is useful yet he emphasizes tiny details on exams. Class should be fun and interesting, instead it is difficult and very boring. DO NOT TAKE!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTY4MDkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2009-12-16 00:11:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome class! The textbook and topics are very interesting! A LOT of reading. Midterms are hard. Specific questions asked about what DeLamater said in lecture.(A LOT of info!) DeLamater knows his stuff.  Extra Credit is given by attending optional movies that relate to the class! You will learn a lot about the best topic ever! ;)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzU0Mzk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2009-11-11 23:04:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"This was a great class. It was not hard, as people have commented. It's really interesting information, so it's easy to learn. The tests were fair. My TA didn't seem to know much about the material (the class corrected her often), but when it came to paper grading she was really fair. Highly recommend this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzI4MzAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2009-11-06 23:12:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would not recommend this class at all. Loads of reading and difficult tests. Powerweb readings are what make the class terrible. There are 2 research type essays which are really stupid. Taking this class would be a huge mistake.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzA5Mzg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2009-11-03 21:49:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor DeLAMEter is terrible. Spews out of context information with little scientific grounding. Sociology is inductive, questionable crap. This class is probably the worst class I have ever taken, including high school.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDYwMjA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2009-02-12 18:28:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"An interesting class, but A LOT of material.  Putting a lot of work into this class is a must, otherwise you will not do well.  Disc. is pointless, yet mandatory.  DeLamater is not that bad, but I have heard better things about his wife so try taking this class in the spring semester.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mjk2NzAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-30 17:12:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"I am a junior with a 4.0 and I got my first B in this class, so I may be a little bitter.  This class sucked!!! I had high hopes but delamater and his TA don't care about anyone.  the curve is a joke.  DON'T TAKE THIS CLASS!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mjk0MzIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-30 01:07:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"I got an A but did not enjoy lecture one bit! He just stands there, monotonously spewing out fact after fact, too fast to write down. His personal bias distorts the information that he presents to you, but don't worry, there's a book too -- that he wrote! Seems full of himself and gets mad at the class for packing up one minute before the bell.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjgzNTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-27 02:31:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great class, but intense (4 credits). A ton of reading that you must do all of if you want a good grade. The tests are tricky and you must memorize a lot (STUDY HARD!). Go to lecture and take good notes. Discussion is mostly worthless but they take attendance. Expect to spend lots of time on work for this class, but its worth it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjUzNjE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-20 19:36:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Do all the readings! His exam is straightly from notes and textbook reading. My native language is not English, so too much reading is a hard work for me. But I still get a AB in this course. Very useful and fun material. Girls learn how to protect themselves. And Be sure you know yr TA!  Go to office hour and talk!!! It is helpful for yr paper","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjUzNTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-20 19:31:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"I just finished this course. Honestly, it is not an very easy course, but I won't say it is hard, either. You must go to lecture (which is hard since it starts at 8:50 am), And You MUST read the book. Get a general idea of powerweb reading. And be sure you go to the discussion before the exam. You will get at least a B in this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjQyMjQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-19 11:01:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"the beginning of the class was really fun..good lectures and interesting material..but it gets boring at the end because he teaches it straight from the book..VERY hard tests--you have to study or you will fail...average score on a test is about a 35/60 but it's curved","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjA4ODcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-16 13:06:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Anyone who thinks this class is hard should not be in college! Seriously. It's an appropriate amount of work. Don't sign up for this class thinking you're gonna watch**** all day and have sex for homework. It is a college course! If you study, you will do well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTc3NjQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-12 17:08:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took this class purely for psychology (not due to a peculiar interest in sex).  The book was extremely graphic. I am upset to admit I have flash cards on positions.  He is ok at teaching but it disturbs me that he did research on the topic and wrote the book with his wife (the parentheses are creepy too in the book). Short Answers are rough.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTY3Mjcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-11 18:31:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class was a bit challenging with all the materials, but totally worth it. You learn a lot about sex that you would have never guessed. It's pretty straight forward. A lot of people complained that he was boring, but I liked his lectures for the most part. It's a good course. Take it!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTA3MjI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-04 18:39:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class would have been more interesting if a different person was teaching it. Delamater is really boring and it is too bad because he is teaching an awesome subject...sex! I recommend this class, but try and take it with his wife, I heard that she is better and makes the class fun (they switch off semesters)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTAwMjIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-12-03 23:29:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Delamater is old and dry.  Whoever thinks he is fun probably likes chess.  The class is about sex- great material, but it would be better in anyone elses hands. No review in discussions allowed, he should retire, but the class is cool.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MTI2OTA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2008-02-28 11:18:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"I liked this course a lot. Make sure you go to lecture though because many questions on the test are straight out of what he says in lecture.  The class isn't as easy as you think it's going to be, so make sure you study, but I wouldn't say it's difficult either.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzOTIzMjk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-12-30 00:39:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really interesting stuff. Careful on the paper (only peer-reviewed articles) and the final is cumulative.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzOTE2MjY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-12-27 22:52:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"going to lecture and doing your readings is a must!! very very useful class tho. wish i had known all this stuff years ago. you'll learn a lot if you take this class seriously. but you def have to work hard to get a good grade! exams are tough and discussion is useless (but still mandatory). this class should be required for graduating!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzODc0ODI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-12-19 14:41:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really interesting class.  You do need to go to lecture, read the book, and the powerwebs to do well.  Discussion is pointless.  A lot of work, but i still enjoyed the class:)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzODU4MTEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-12-17 20:17:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lecture is highly organized but overall the course isn't very focused-- almost all the theories you look at are discordant with one another, making it hard to keep things straight on exams. You need to read the book and go to lecture to do well. Other than exams, your grade is based on discussion attendance, 1 essay, and 1 group presentation.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzODA1NzYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-12-12 00:17:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought the class would be more interesting than it was. You pretty much need to read the book and go to lecture because questions are directly from it. discussions for the class are useless, they do nothing to help you to understand the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNzgyMTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-12-09 16:32:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"dr. delamater is a fun prof, and my TA was really cool, so i liked the class a lot.  the tests are really hard and unpredictable, and going to lecture is really helpful because there are 2 questions from each lecture on the test. overall, it's a really good class but you have to work really hard!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNjc4NjQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-11-19 15:18:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love this class! Extremely infomative, fascinating subject matter. Tests are hard, and you have to read a LOT, but it's worth it. Definitely not an easy A, but I highly recommend it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNDMxNjA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-08-23 15:55:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"REVIEW MIDTERMS WHILE STUDYING FOR THE FINAL!! there are soooo many questions from previous exams on the final!!!  go in to your TA and look over the correct answers - trust me... ull be thankful u did!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNDMxNTU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-08-23 15:41:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is very hard. Extremely text intensive. u need to go to lecture, too. about 2 questions from each lecture are on the exam. Don't put the reading off or u won't keep up. My TA wasnt great so the papers didnt help my grade much. Class is interesting and tells much useful info,but only take it if ur prepared to work!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMjY5NTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-06-15 19:31:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very interesting class, but harder than it sounds!! Delamater really knows his stuff, and the readings are really interesting (but get long!) Take this class if you're willing to work and want to have some fun!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMjI2ODEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-05-30 23:32:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is very interesting, but it might be different than what people expect because it really deals with a lot of theories and psychological factors about sex. Overall, I still enjoyed the class a lot and would recommend both the class and Professor D. P.S. It's not an easy class either, you have to try hard if you want to get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMTg3OTIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-05-19 03:19:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Much tougher course than it sounds.  Professor knows his stuff, but tests are real picky and there is a ton of reading, including online articles that are torture to get through.  Papers are easy and will raise your grade though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMTYwMjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-05-14 00:57:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a good teacher who knows what he's talking about.  He makes the class interesting and it isn't that bad for a 4 credit course, just a ton of reading.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMDY0MDcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-04-25 22:43:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Horrible class. please do not take it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMDAzMjI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-04-12 13:18:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Expect to take a lot of detailed notes in this class in order to do well. Thus, expect to go to EVERY lecture (important).  Make sure you do all of the readings as well.  Basically, you need to work your butt off in this class to get an A... not as easy as you think...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNzk0NzMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-01-19 00:46:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Wonder teacher with a true passion for his subject (Hell, who doesn't like sex&#63;). Very effective communicator and possesses the ability to present the material in a scientific yet down to earth fashion. He is a joy to listen to and gets very animated at times so you won't be bored with the class. TONS of reading and the 2 papers suck though","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNzc2MTg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2007-01-15 18:36:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Most of the info you have heard a million times before. Not very interesting, but also very easy. Go to lecture and take notes, read the book, you'll do fine. You only need to spend a few minutes skimming each article, I never read one through. The online tests that he gives you the link to are GREAT for studying.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNjkzMjUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-12-28 16:25:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"I LUV THIS CLASS. I'm actually sad I'm done with it. Despite what you may think it is a challenging course. He expects a lot on his tests so tests are difficult and filled with tiny details. You need to study for this class but it's fun studying...look at the subject matter; sexuality. It is also helpful if you have a good TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNjg4MTcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-12-27 14:13:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"This is a class that is filled to the brim with useful everyday information. The myth of &quot;super specific&quot; questions is a little bit exaggerated. If there are any specific questions they will come from your lecture notes. He usually has a very straightforward slide presentation each day which makes taking notes easy. The tests are mainly MC. B+","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNjUwNDM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-12-19 23:28:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"I actually really liked this class even though most of my friends hated it.  The class was really interesting, and I learned a lot.  However, be warned that this is NOTTTTTT an easy A....you read the ENTIRE textbook and about 28 or so articles.  I think everyone should take this class, for the information alone :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNTg2MDE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-12-12 22:18:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"good class....lots of info learned that EVERYONE should know...its not easy, but its very bearable if you can put in a little bit of effort.  delamater is a good/knowledgable lecturer, but i dont really like him as a person.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNTA2OTM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-12-02 10:41:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"This course exceeded my expectations. Delamater is an excellent professor- the lectures were well-prepared and clearly presented. There was a good mix of videos/documentaries, lecture, textbook reading, and sociology/research articles. The exams were a bit difficult for me, but if you put in the time and effort they are do-able.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNDQxNTIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-11-17 16:37:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Soc 160 is a very interesting class and Delamater is a good lecturer, I would recommend this class,It's not easy but those who say his tests are rediculous are lazy.  Study and you'll be fine, plus the papers usually aren't hard and you get points just for showing up for section.  If you want an A you should be able to get one: go to class and read","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNDM0MjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-11-16 18:06:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are quite interesting and using the CPS pads keeps you engaged. Papers were also easy and T.A. s are very helpful, however, tests are EXTREMELY specific and there are many random statistical questions. be prepared to study very hard if you want to test well","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNDI1MzMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-11-15 19:19:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"I didn't particularly enjoy this class. It's a LOT of specific information to memorize for each test, which makes them quite difficult. He also makes some very liberal remarks about sexuality that sometimes throw you off guard. You must use the textbook he wrote and read a separate novel about sexuality which was absolutely impossible to read.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyMTk1NjQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"PSYCH160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-08-28 15:07:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Loved the class. He is a great professor, kept me engaged. Provided good information. Pretty easy if you study for the tests, and papers are easy as well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODM2NjI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-05-06 22:10:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class is interesting. He knows what he's talking about. The tests are ridiculous. The most specific things that you wouldn't even think to study because they are so stupid will be on the exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNTAzMjA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-02-21 14:15:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you go to lecture you will be pretty much set.  Lots of note taking and make sure you go to the bulletin board before the tests because there are always questions from there.  Very interesting course.  Highly recommended.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNDA4MzY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-01-23 23:34:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"this class is way harder than you expect it to be. the tests are really specific and hard. the material is really easy so to make up for that the tests are really hard and test you on the most specific little facts and details and its almost impossible to study for them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMzkyNDc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2006-01-19 21:24:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Much more difficult than it should be.  Do not take this class if you are trying to take an easy filler.  Keep track of unimportant statistics from lecture and in the book - they will get used.  And the test review is your best friend for the final, even though they don't let you keep the papers.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMjYyMzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2005-12-26 19:58:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class is pretty interesting, but tests are much harder than is expected. However, it's a generous curve - I did pretty crappy on the tests and still got an A. The TAs are nice, but have no idea what the Prof is doing, so they can't help you much. Look over the old tests before the final, they will use the same questions for the culmuative part.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMjM3MDMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2005-12-21 20:41:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Such a fun class.  Funny guy, tests can be a little tricky.  Go to lecture and you'll be good.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMjM2Mjg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2005-12-21 19:11:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really enjoyed this class and the material, but lectures were rather boring and filled with numerous numbers and facts. Tests were challenging and always covered a lot of information. Go to lecture because a lot of questions from the tests are discussed there and if at all possible, avoid the urge to fall asleep! I learned a lot. A lot of reading","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMjEwNTE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2005-12-19 11:35:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class in general was interesting, but lecture was boring and filled with (what you think are) trivial facts, the papers were uninteresting and dull, and tests were pretty terrible--way too picky about unimportant things. I was luck and got a good TA, but even then, discussion was just repetitive.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMjA1MDAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2005-12-18 17:58:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't study, you will still do bad. TA's grade short answer questions individually (by their own standards) but the ENTIRE class is curved together.  If you get a tough TA, you're screwed. Prof wrote the book, but says different things in lecture.  THEN, tests ya on what he said in one of those.  memorize all his buds who are researchers too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDUzNzQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2005-12-05 12:45:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't be fooled...the mnusic he plays at the beginning of class is pretty crappy :)  It's an alright class...lectures get a bit boring, and tests seem to sometimes ask quesions about those things you think are really insignificant.  Subject material is pretty interesting though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NjUxOTg=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2004-12-09 17:01:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"For as easy as the subject matter is, I thought the class was hard. The tests are extremely difficult. I felt like they didn't test if we had knowledge of the core issues but if we could recall random, small parts from readings. If you take this class know all the texts like the back of your hand.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2ODU3OTM=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2004-02-04 16:07:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's not a &quot;bad&quot; teacher.  Just not always 100% nice, and kind of creepy.  A running joke with me and my friends.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDQ3OTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2003-12-21 23:44:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not a bad professor, but there is really no mention of the readings (which there are copious amounts of) in lecture, but the exams still ask a lot of questions on them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0OTA5NjU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2003-12-12 01:07:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would reccomend Human Sexuality to anyone; it's just a little creepy that a husband/wife wrote the book together.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNTgxODM=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2003-11-04 00:35:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNTY3MDc=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2003-11-03 20:22:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"good teacher, hard exams, lots of reading","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTY1MzE1Mw==","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2003-02-28 17:02:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:44.202426+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTU3MzM4NA==","source_instructor_id":"rmp:130424","instructor_name":"John Delamater","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2003-02-17 14:45:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/130424","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:15.025096+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NDEzNjEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1660977","instructor_name":"Katharine Legun","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2011-12-07 17:07:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Legun has great powerpoints and is a helpful lecturer. Her exams are tough, but the material is interesting. Not an easy A but a great class! Recommended!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1660977","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:13.929888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjM4MzI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:323155","instructor_name":"Shamus Khan","course_label":"SOC160","course_id":"PSYCH/SOC 160","course_uid":"course_bafe6aa03883a1ec886b472f","review_date":"2003-12-17 13:12:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shamus rules so much.  Its a hard class no matter who you have, but He (yes, He deserves the capital letters) makes it so fun.  He's always willing to do extra work to make you understand and he fights for you against the Prof if needed be.Shamus, ILOVEYO","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/323155","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0}]