Reviews of professor Kirsten Rutsala

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Prof. Rutsala is super caring and sympathizes with those just starting out in Russian. Super engaging in class and very responsive through emails and office hours.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Engages the class for maximum communication practice. If you are willing to learn and work hard she will definitely help you succeed.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
I took topics in Russian Lit in English with her. Dr. Rutsala is very passionate about the subject and I learned a lot. However, she is an extremely tough grader (the midterm & final were closed-note and essay-based in a Lit class which is almost unheard of.) You also have to attend every class besides 2. Not an easy class at all

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Undoubtedly the best Russian teacher I have had and disappointed I will not have her for 2114. Excellent help to those who are willing to rise to her level and incredibly forgiving and patient for those starting out.