Current instructor
Original student reviews · all captured dates
Dr. Riser has easily become my favorite professor at UW. He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about what he teaches and is a great mentor. His lectures are interesting, and he is extremely funny. He genuinely cares about the success of his students and encourages them to be the best researchers, learners, and leaders they can be.Rate My Professors ↗
Q is a great professor! He is very invested in his students' well-being and success in his classes. His material in his classes is beneficial, and I feel like I got a lot from them. I find myself laughing in every single one of his classes and wanting to participate in class! I highly recommend taking one of Q's classes!Rate My Professors ↗
Q's graduate seminar "Families and Poverty" was an insightful and meaningful course! I appreciate when instructors incorporate applied activities, and he excelled at this (my favorite was a class debate). It's clear that Q has a wealth of expertise to learn from, and is committed to student success. Also, he's funny! Classes were always a good timeRate My Professors ↗
Q is not a standard professor, but more like a fun camp counselor while still being very educated. He will always have strong connections with people in his classes, and if you ever need to take a class with him as the professor always choose himRate My Professors ↗
Super informative and interesting professing. Few things count toward your final gradeRate My Professors ↗
Dr. Riser is a brilliant and personable professor. He makes lectures super interesting and is always open to helping outside of class. Quick and easy response time with strong communication. He is also very understanding and accommodating. I would HIGHLY recommend taking any class that he is teaching.Rate My Professors ↗
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HDFS 592 provides research experience in Human Development and Family Studies under faculty supervision.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Quentin Riser is consistently praised for his engaging, funny, and knowledgeable lectures, with reviewers highlighting his clear grading and responsive communication. Students appreciate his supportive nature, strong mentorship, and the interesting, beneficial course material he provides.
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2022–Spring 2026| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | HDFS 592 | Research Experience in Human Development and Family Studies |
Teaching history may be incomplete. Course pages contain course-specific feedback and citations.
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