The best sort of class you can hope for. Professor who is fair, interested, grades generously. TA who is extremely helpful. Fascinating subject -- one that every single UVA student should take, especially those from more homogeneous backgrounds. Will change the way you see the world, in a good way.

Great fun interesting class. One paper, have an idea of what you want to write about it and talk to him as soon as possible, keep meeting with him and get feedback. Go to office hours he's interesting to talk to! Final isn't bad, you either know it or you don't, no trick questions. Favorite class at UVA so far!

TA Julia Schroeder was awesome and so was Prof. Vickerman. Very easy and interesting class. Weekly readings aren't too bad at all.

Vickerman is a pretty funny character--this class is not inherently difficult if you write a decent paper and review class notes for the final, that being said it was still a very valuable course. The material is highly applicable to everyones' life and will make you see the world through new eyes. Definitely recommend. Also, Julia Schroeder is foxy.

This is a fantastic class! Vickerman is awesome and very relaxed. He gives out extensions on papers without a problem and is very approachable. One of the best course I've taken at UVA. Julia is a little intense as a T.A. but she does help to get you thinking about the material discussed in lectures.

Great class, one of the best I've taken at UVa! Vickerman is very knowledgeable and makes lecture fun and worthwhile to attend. Only one research paper, and midterms and final were easy short answer. Definitely worth taking this class.

Vickerman is a hilarious guy and his lectures are full of jokes. He always laughs at his own jokes, which makes it even more comical and really lightens the mood. The reading is easy and somewhat interesting, but honestly not necessary at all - I started skimming about halfway through the semester and had no problem understanding the material because his lectures are so informative. The grade is based on discussion section, two papers, and a VERY easy final (as long as you've paid attention in class). On our final, there were about 22 questions (5-6 multiple choice) and we just had to choose and answer about 15 of them. The other questions were short response, no long essays.
I'd recommend this class to anyone - very easy for a 3000 level and it really makes you think about society differently.

The Class in AMAZING. It should be a requirement for ALL UVa Students. In addition to Prof Vickerman being knowledgeable and entertaining himself, the T.A. is of such great help. Fan Mai (T.A.) makes sure you have everything you need to succeed. Greatly Recommended.

Great class, more students should take it at UVa. He changed the course to be no midterm, one 10-12 page paper on your choice, and a final. Great grade booster, and the topics are pretty interesting. There's only one TA, who could've facilitated discussions more, but good at covering the material necessary for the exam. Exam is pretty much on lecture, so take good notes.

This is fun class. Professor Vickerman is knowledgeable in the topic.