Christabelle Sethna - University of Ottawa

Professor: Christabelle Sethna
Department: Social Science
College: University of Ottawa
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: FEM3109
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: No
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
She doesn't record classes or post lecture slides, you only get notes summarized by students that aren't always posted. If you don't go to class you won't know a lot of what's going to be on the tests because she talks A LOT during lectures. Her feedback on assignments is pretty useless and doesn't actually help you improve on your written work.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: FEM3109
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
the worst professor I've ever had in my four years at uottawa. so rude and condensing, when asking for help on the midterms she questioned how I was even in fourth year and gave no guidance at all on how to get a better mark.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: FEM3109
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Prof. Sethna is AMAZING!! This was probably the most interesting course I've ever taken and she made it super enjoyable! She always goes over the readings in class and has a few assignments which are challenging, but super interesting. Highly highly recommend!
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: FEM3106
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: No
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
She is a super difficult marker when it comes to midterms and finals. I had her for an online class and the feed back she provided for midterms and assignments wasnt even helpful, just plain rude. I would avoid ever taking any class with her. And if its mandatory, take it with another prof. You can go to class and study but still fail exams.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Was a business (HR) major but easily my fave course of my degree. Her approach to discussions on the diversities of women used an in-depth analysis of historic events. Very interesting and thought-provoking. No electronics handwritten notes you will focus. Must do readings to participate in discussion. Exams force you to be analytical.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
So much information is covered on the tests that its difficult to study for them. there are so many readings. I went into her office hours to see how I could do better and she's very sharp, but not unfriendly.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Prof. Sethna is very clear about her expectations for this class- if you don't show up or do any of the readings, you will not do well. People act like these are unreasonable expectations but they really aren't. She's an engaging lecturer and the content was interesting. She is a historian, so make sure to know your names and dates for her exams.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Honestly don't even know why she has a 3 out of 5 .. Worst professor i've ever had , class attendance is absolutely mandatory.. oh and I should mention that she doesn't allow laptops or phones in her class and will call you out like a elementary school teacher if she sees you on your phone. TERRIBLE class .AVOID AVOID AVOID
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
IF YOU SEE THIS MSG DONT EVEN BOTHER TAKING THE CLASS LOL YOULL THANK ME LATER
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
The class content is interesting but she can be pretty rude to students, which makes it difficult to want to speak up (snarky comments, sarcasm, cutting people off, etc.) She has passion for her work but is hard to like and enjoy.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Sethna is knowledgeable in her field, but her rude comments in class make it not worth it. Makes sarcastic comments and comes off a bit elitist. Very lecture heavy, no laptops allowed. The notes are not posted online so make sure to attend class. Overall the class material is interesting, but could be taught better.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
she's just... a no. I like the course but she was so unlikeable that she made it hard for you to appreciate the course. if you're expecting an easy grade, skip this class because she wants specific answers on the exams that we barely went over in class and the smallest details in the readings.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Will interrupt a student if she disagrees with them. You dont have to do the readings if you attend class because she will go over them extensively. Exams are okay but she will dock marks if you dont give her the exact answer she is looking for. Expects you to have everything memorized.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: D+
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This prof was good but super tough. You won't pass if you don't do the readings and attend the lectures. Her exams were difficult because she has high expectations from everybody. She's smart and passionate about the class material which made for interesting lectures, I learned a lot. Even if I just passed this class, I recommend it to all.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: C
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Be ready for your GPA to drop. Hardest test ever, never missed a class, did all the reading and I can't even get a B....
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: FEM4320
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
No final exam which was great. Seminar class worth 20% participation. HEAVY reading- if you don't keep up you won't do well. Very unclear about expectations for midterm. No laptops. Would not recommend although she grades fairly
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: FEM4320
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Sethna is an extremely intelligent and articulate person, and she expects the same from her students. She is tough, but in a great way that allows you to develop critical skills you'll need to have throughout your undergrad. She is extremely helpful if you ask for it and the content of her courses is super interesting. Highly recommend!
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: FEM2107
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
To be fair, I barely went to this class all semester & still did alright - but the classes I did go to were informative, broke my hand from writing so much, and had me actively trying not to roll my eyes at all the very arrogant remarks she made. One of those profs that teaches their opinion - strongly. No laptops/phones was unfortunate. Easy tests
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: HSS2121
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Get ready to write. Sethna bans all electronic devices in her classroom. She is arrogant and likes to make fun of dumb answers, however I found her to be very knowledgeable and the subject matter of the course is interesting. Her exams are based on what she emphasizes in class AND the readings. Memorize memorize memorize!!
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: HSS2121
  • Grade Received: B-
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Do not expect a good grade. HSS2121 is made up of mostly HSS students with science backgrounds, her whole course seemed to intend on proving that Social Sciences are better. She emphasizes the importance of critical thinking over grades but then tests on memorization solely for the midterms. The final was fair but did not make up for the midterms.
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