[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:45.387114+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTM5NDIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2658908","instructor_name":"Adam Hayes","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2021-04-12 21:33:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Interesting stuff","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2658908","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.012580+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzYzNDUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2208253","instructor_name":"Anna Paretskaya","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2022-01-17 22:58:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Honestly, Prof Paretskaya is knowledgeable, but this course is 100% terrible. There is a ton of difficult readings that are hard to understand. In the class, she just talks with herself without a useful PowerPoint, so it's easy to distract. There is so-called "participation," and I get nearly 0 even though I try to focus on class and take notes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2208253","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.012580+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTIzODQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2208253","instructor_name":"Anna Paretskaya","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2021-12-14 21:35:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"I can't honestly say I learned anything of use from attending lectures (which is a requirement), everything I learned was from the readings. Participation takes up a considerable chunk of your grade, and she is unfairly tough in grading it, as there is almost no opportunities to speak because she rambles. Trust me, take this class with a diff prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2208253","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.012580+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzM3ODg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2208253","instructor_name":"Anna Paretskaya","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2021-12-01 21:10:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Paretskaya is a nice person but this class is awful. You will be expected to read 50 pages a class and take a quiz on the material. Participation is nearly impossible to get 100% on and greatly impacts your grade. You need to talk in every discussion in order to get the points but there is very little time to get a word in. Good luck :/","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2208253","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.012580+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzkxNTY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2208253","instructor_name":"Anna Paretskaya","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2019-05-07 02:00:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"This professor is VERY lecture heavy, meaning she drones on for an entire power lecture and does not give students much of a chance to talk.. but grades harshly on participation. There is almost nothing put in the grade book, so be prepared to spend all your time on the essays given only a week in advance! Would not recommend to a friend.. or enemy","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2208253","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.012580+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzQ4NzA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2208253","instructor_name":"Anna Paretskaya","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2019-05-02 18:32:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Paretskaya is very sweet and seems to genuinely like the subject she teaches. She loves to hear the students' opinions, but doesn't require it. The class is pretty easy, but the essay tests are pretty harshly graded in comparison to the other quizzes she assigns. It can be VERY hard to pay attention, but it usually pays off during the tests.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2208253","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.012580+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNTc2NTI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2208253","instructor_name":"Anna Paretskaya","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2019-04-11 19:54:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"lecture was in a tiny room with one window. she only talks and barely uses the chalkboard. Participation matters a ton in this lecture but she never stops talking so its a little difficult to participate.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2208253","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.012580+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MTc3MjQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2208253","instructor_name":"Anna Paretskaya","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2017-05-01 19:13:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"It's set up where you read the readings and then she talks about it. No computers, cell phones and she doesn't have any power points. You're graded on attendance/participation/pop quizzes,  midterm 1, midterm 2, and a final paper. Material is boring and you can tell everyone has a hard time staying awake. Average is a B if you put in the work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2208253","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:48.012580+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NDE0ODQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2208253","instructor_name":"Anna Paretskaya","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2016-12-09 19:57:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Paretskaya is boring and a tough grader. Her lectures are extremely long and she is very strict about cell phone and laptop use. She is knowledgable about the subject, but nobody else does. Content is actually horrible. As for the class, attendance is mandatory and 100 pages of reading a week. Do not take this class if you don't have to","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2208253","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:05.703054+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5OTE0ODAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:479163","instructor_name":"Cameron MacDonald","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2012-03-15 18:58:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best professor I've ever had. She is clear and concise. Exams are straight forward and she makes the class interesting. Go Cameron!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/479163","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:05.703054+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTYwNTY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:479163","instructor_name":"Cameron MacDonald","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2011-12-18 15:05:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"My favorite professor on campus! Exams are always very fair and you get essay questions beforehand.  Lots of opportunities for extra credit.  Definitely made Soc theory bearable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/479163","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:50:05.703054+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNjY0NTM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:479163","instructor_name":"Cameron MacDonald","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2006-04-05 20:46:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"awesome teacher, so knowledgable, brilliant, interesting, and it's just one of those classes were the lights are constantly going on. amazing","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/479163","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNzMyMDc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2025-03-04 15:43:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"We only had two essay exams. People did better than me in the class. Pay attention to quotes and page numbers. Grades evenly on your argument and understanding of the concepts. Super easy to talk to. Takes your concern for your grade seriously. If required but worried about your grade, just chat post-lec or office hours, he wants you to succeed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4Mjg4Nzc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2023-10-19 05:30:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Despite this course having a ton of heavy reading, Prof Goldberg made every lecture engaging and clear. Grading was based on attendance, pass/fail reading reflections, and 2 take-home exams that were very clear if you went to lectures and did the readings. Take this class with him if you get the chance!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Mzg0MjMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2023-01-27 02:50:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"So many readings, which got confusing and difficult to follow at times, but prof Goldberg does a great job of explaining the readings. He takes attendance every class and it is a part of the final grade so be aware. Overall he is a great lecturer and seems to really care. However, I probably wouldn't recommend taking soc475 unless you have to.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDQzODY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2018-01-12 16:23:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chad was one of the best professors I have had. His lectures were clear and interesting. He is pretty funny too. Class consists of lectures that go over readings, online quizzes, and two take home exams. Read and participate in class and you should do well. The exams are lengthy but manageable!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDUxMDU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2016-05-03 14:42:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Clear-cut professor who genuinely cares for his students. Chad does a great job at challenging the students to look beyond the surface of the text as well as encouraging them to excel in the class. Looking back, I would have not changed my mind on taking this class with him. Chad is one of the most brilliant professors in the sociology department.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2Mjc5MTcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2016-04-12 13:50:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chad is an awesome professor and I am thinking about taking another class with him. Though the text is hard to understand, he clarifies the ideas very clearly. He is very helpful if you go to his office hour. There are three exams and one term paper, non cumulative. iF you do all the readings and go to every lecture, you will do great on them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MjczNDk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2016-04-11 19:36:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Goldberg is truly one of the best sociology professors you can find on campus. His lectures are very clear-cut and he always has something new to present/say during lecture. While participation is a nice chunk of your grade, get ready to talk and ask questions to understand the course material. Chad is a great professor and I have no regrets.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNjU2NjQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2006-12-20 17:49:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome prof!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwODYyMDAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2005-11-09 12:36:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great format for lectures and exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:23.133868+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NjE4NjY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:458467","instructor_name":"Chad Goldberg","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2004-09-10 13:00:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"[BEGINNING OF FALL 2004 SEMESTER] : nice looking ; lots of reading but mostly intriguing for a soc student ; many books to buy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/458467","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:24.020074+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4MjE1NTky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2591078","instructor_name":"Kristinn Arsaelsson","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2023-09-13 20:46:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Kris is really really really a friendly and kind professor, he weight your health and actual learnt knowledge more than courses and assignments. Although we have many readings, but you can definitely improve academic writing skills in his course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2591078","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:24.020074+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDg3MzY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2591078","instructor_name":"Kristinn Arsaelsson","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2020-12-15 21:37:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Kris was so flexible and understanding with covid, he challenged us to engage with tough (boring) theoretical material but graded fairly and was clear. Extra Credit available. Great professor, really cared about us as people before students, highly recommend him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2591078","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:58.448838+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTcwNzk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1481456","instructor_name":"Min Ye Paing Hein","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2012-12-26 18:50:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"I felt like he made the class so much easier than it was supposed to be. The material was sometimes vague, but he did a decent job of making it understandable. Sometimes he could have explained some things even more simpler. Textbook use was very low, tests are fair, and the final paper is not too bad.Makes some jokes; some of them funny, some not.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1481456","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:58.448838+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMjA0NTE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1481456","instructor_name":"Min Ye Paing Hein","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2012-05-05 15:26:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Incredibly easy, sometimes hard to understand. but believe me, if you're taking this class, he will have the easiest section of all the teachers.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1481456","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4MzczMzAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2023-11-10 20:35:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Emirbayer was boring, but this is also a classical sociological theory class so I'm not sure what else people were expecting. Definitely knew his stuff, wasn't the most engaging lecturer but I did learn things, grade is just attendance and weekly reading quizzes. Lectures were semi-discussion based which helped me stay awake. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzM4NDQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2020-10-27 09:47:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very awful professor, one of the worst class I have taken in Madison. This class for students who second language is English is very unkind. You can hardly catch the step of class even though you work very hard. He's lecture is also boring, basically reading book and no other interesting staff. Seems he is not paying attention on teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MTk2NTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2016-03-29 11:14:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very good professor. As far as classic sociology goes, he knows his stuff and does a really good job with the class. The class is structured in a very unusual way, but I love it, and I think most people would. He's the best professor from whom to take Soc 475 in my opinion.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDAxMjg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2010-12-19 23:56:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mustafa may be a brilliant sociologist, but he is a poor teacher.  The way he conducts himself in the classroom makes it seem as though he has no interest in being there.  He makes no effort to get to know his students.  He is somewhat approachable, though, and is willing to talk with you if you press for it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzI3MTcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2009-01-06 15:49:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"continued--his grader grades pretty fair and if you disagree, talk to mustafa and hell usually give you the point back...it may seem hard at first but itll ease up and youll most likely get an A or AB...warning: 2 hour lectures are super boring, but you don't need to pay attn as you will not be tested on the material again, and he may call on you","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzI3MTQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2009-01-06 15:47:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"sometimes hes picky and would pick a random line fromt he text and ask you to explain...but other than that,his grader grades pretty fair and if you disagree, talk to mustafa and hell usually give you the point back...it may seem hard at first but itll ease up and youll most likely get an A or AB...warning: 2 hour lectures are super boring, but you","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzI3MTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2009-01-06 15:46:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Previous comments are some whT accurate...if you could care less about classical theory and just need to get the requirement, then take him because its easy if you do ALL the readings and are able to find answers quickly in your text, as those quizzes/tests are open book...sometimes hes picky and would pick a random line fromt he text and ask you t","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0Nzc5ODkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2008-08-27 14:14:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"If classical sociological theory isn't an easy subject for you, then don't take this class with Mustafa- it will be hard! He tests you before discussing the material and could care less if you don't understand it. He has an insane grading scale, we had to get a 98% in the class to get an A. Discussions aren't bad. He likes to talk about pop culture","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzOTU1Nzc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2008-01-07 00:55:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think he has an innovative way of teaching the class; grades are based soley on non-cumulative quizzes each week and attendance. Basically, if you do the reading (THOROUGHLY- it's tough reading) and keep it fresh in your mind, you'll do well in his class. The rest is just discussion of the materials- just participate. Not too painful :-)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNzIxNTQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2006-04-18 03:19:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is really a great professor!  He is both helpful and informative.  The pop culture references are a great chance to think about theory in new ways, or to stop thinking about theory if only for a moment.      I highly recommend this course and professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMzczODAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2006-01-17 01:48:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a little too zealous to teach classic soc theory, but he's generally easy to follow. The three hour lectures are murder, however--opt out of those. Also, he's a HUGE fan of pop culture. Interupt him at any time with an update on Nick and Jessica's divorce.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:16:19.456883+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NjEwNTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:66989","instructor_name":"Mustafa Emirbayer","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2004-10-18 18:34:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"oh my god is this man ever boring.  you're not required to go to class but whatever you do, don't take a three hour lecture with him.  he's a nice guy, though.  kinda quirky.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/66989","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:13:06.801380+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMjgxNzc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1603505","instructor_name":"Oriol Mirosa","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2012-05-14 23:19:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great guy, but he's pretty strict on how you engage in class. Was always readily available to help and always had time for you. The class material was difficult, but I felt like more guidance with papers and more discussions around contemporary issues would've helped. Overall great professor!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1603505","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:13:06.801380+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMjUxMTky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1603505","instructor_name":"Oriol Mirosa","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2012-05-10 14:47:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the best teachers i've had in awhile!  He knows it's a difficult class and really goes out of his way to help!  Posts powerpoints and tries to it out, responds quickly to emails, and is overall very available.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1603505","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:13:06.801380+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzI0MzM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1603505","instructor_name":"Oriol Mirosa","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2012-01-13 21:12:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Fabulous lecturer!!!  He was well organized,informative slides and really wants students to "GET IT".  Learning is of the utmost importance to Oriol and is responsive to students during class.  He is quite an asset to the dept. of Sociology at UW!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1603505","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:13:06.801380+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NDI2NjI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1603505","instructor_name":"Oriol Mirosa","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2011-12-08 14:54:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great instructor! Went into the class thinking it was going to be awful but he makes it very interesting. He is incredibly helpful when it comes to answering questions about material or discussing paper topics, he really wants you to do well in the class. Only having quizzes and papers makes it easy to do well. Highly recommended for 475","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1603505","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:13:06.801380+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4OTY1NTcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1603505","instructor_name":"Oriol Mirosa","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2011-08-30 15:17:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"excellent instructor, fair in every way, and demanding when it comes to readings. wish the class had been more paper-based than quiz-based but if you do the readings (which are often dense and tedious), quizzes will be easy. Material was fascinating and well-presented, time was made for discussion. Overall, I'm glad I took the class with Oriol.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1603505","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:03.505463+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjEzNzQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:906448","instructor_name":"Peter Brinson","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2009-12-21 03:52:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor. Didn't really have to do that much reading, though he assigns a lot. I had him for both 211 and 475, and in both classes, he made topics relateable to everyday life and very interesting. I highly HIGHLY recommend. He is helpful in class, and extremely available to help students outside of class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/906448","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:44.730082+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTU0MTIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1819100","instructor_name":"Rahul Mahajan","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2013-12-14 16:40:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"The instructor demanded a lot from the students and the exams and papers were  challenging. But you learn tons! Although the instructor was very tough when grading, he gave the assignments a really generous curve. Feedback was thorough and helpful. I would recommend this class to anyone hoping to get a solid intro to classical social theory.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1819100","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:44.730082+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTI1MTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1819100","instructor_name":"Rahul Mahajan","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2013-12-12 14:06:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely hated the course. He taught it horribly. The tests were extremely hard and lectures were unhelpful yet mandatory. Do NOT take it with him if it is offered.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1819100","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:10:44.730082+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTE4MTM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1819100","instructor_name":"Rahul Mahajan","course_label":"SOC475","course_id":"C&ESOC/SOC 475","course_uid":"course_e98ad79895268d06c19712d3","review_date":"2013-12-12 00:07:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Do not take this class with him. Tests were so hard, even with cheat sheets. The tests were also longer than they should have been with very low averages. In class it was very hard to understand what he meant when explaining things. I would not recommend this class to other people.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1819100","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0}]