Professor: Bolen Course format: Seminar	Number of respondents: 7 Total Enrollment: 8
Class Composition: Froshs: 3 Sophs: 5 Jrs: 0 Srs: 0 Concs: 0 Non-Concs: 6 Don't Know: 1

Instructor Average: 1.96 Course Average: 1.91

The goal of American Civilization 19 is to understand and learn about the different groups of American travelers who go abroad. It examines the impact that their travels have had on the society in the United States. The class enables you to analyze their experiences in cultural, social, and personal contexts thoroughly and thoughtfully. Basic history and academic writing skills could be helpful when taking this course. Those who have an interest in international relations and different cultural perspectives tended to get more from the class.

The professor was quite enthusiastic about the subject. This was a small class, so the students felt that individual needs were definitely met. The instructor did a good job of relating to the reading material with anecdotal or personal experiences, and letting her students do the same.

The assigned readings were very useful and interesting. To some students' dismay, at the end of the course the readings became lengthier. The work consisted of three 3-4 page essays, a few even shorter essays, and final 12-page paper. There was also a weekly discussion question.

Most students spent around five hours of outside class time on this course. This time commitment increased when papers were due, for some up to twelve hours. This is a very interesting course, especially because of the small size. The course in part depends on those who are also in the class. You also should be willing to participate in discussions. This class depends on you. It is a good mixture of history, analysis, and anthropology.

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