The lectures and discussions were both 2 hours long each which was VERY long at times. I went to lecture twice and never took notes but got an A on the project and paper. I had to spend a lot of my time volunteering at my partner organization though but it was an interesting and rewarding experience. The paper and project were fairly straightforward and easy. Lectures were long and boring at times so I didn't go after week two or read any of the assigned readings (you can read them out of interest though). Volunteering was a fun experience.

My TA was Aaron and he was amazing though. I went to discussions because his class format was very interesting and you get to have very insightful conversations with classmates. He was very accommodating and helpful. A great TA.

Honestly I went to lecture once. I do wish I could've gone more though, out of pure interest (but I was having a hard quarter and didn't have time). This is definitely an easy and interesting GE. Discussion is required, there's a midterm paper and a final project, and you have to log 20-24 hours with a community service partner (some are offered on Zoom). I'd take it again!