Reviews of professor Samantha Vortherms

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
If you are reading this, do not sign up for Professor Vortherms class!! Yes, this class is an easy A but also the biggest waste of time! If you enjoy reading pointless articles and doing elementary school style busy work in exchange for an A then this is the class for you. If you value your time and money, do not waste it on this professor!

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
She's is a great professor, but be prepared to take HELLA notes. She doesn't upload any of her slides to Canvas aside from a couple of slides to help with preparing for the midterm. Make sure you find a friend in the class to take notes with because she moves very fast. Other than that, she's very easy to talk to and knows what she's talking about.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
BEST professor I have had in polisci! Professor V is so caring towards students but also makes lectures extremely engaging and fun. Make sure to show up to class and do the readings and you will do fine. Thoroughly enjoyed her China politics class, she is so knowledgeable!

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Professor Vortherms was alright in her teaching style, however I wish there was more of a lecturing style to the class and less power points. I would find myself getting increasingly bored and dreading the class by the end of the quarter.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Prof. V is THE BEST professor at UCI.She is always there to support and inspire students.Cares about your education and always does the best she can. She is a respected and dedicated active researcher as well.If you are interested in pursuing a career in academia, talk to her! Prof. V has a special place in my heart because of how wonderful she is!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Very knowledgeable professor. She is an awesome lecturer but doesnt post her slides and talks fast. Theres reading quizzes, one midterm, a partner poster and presentation and the final exam. A lot of topics are covered on both the midterm and final exam. The TA really made a difference.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Professor Vortherms is an amazing professor! Very accessible outside of class and if you go to office hours she will give you very clear feedback. The class had no midterm or final exam, there is only a 4,000-word report due at the end of the quarter. You have weekly reading notes and labs due but they get easier as the quarter goes on as well.