Virginia Slachman

6-8 hrs/week

i literally dropped her class after 2 classes bc we already had a boatload of work plus she was super condescending and rude. She also outright told us that she's a hard grader- switch if you get her awful class

12/2/2024

After 4 months of passive aggressive comments on my essays, 3 mental breakdowns, insanely harsh grading, and the inability to use the bathroom during class, my suffering is finally over. Please for the love of God switch out of this class by any means possible.

5/15/2024

Slachman\'s grading criteria are as clear as a foggy day in London. Honestly, if confusion were a class, she\'d be the valedictorian! Claiming to be an "expert" in academic writing after a ten-year hiatus is like calling yourself a chef because you once microwaved a burrito.

5/6/2024

The only cwp professor that one should try to avoid at any cost. And for the sake of God, we know that you have forged good comments about yourself, Dr. Slachman.

5/6/2024

Professor Slachman is a harsh lecturer who, from her high horse, spews out endless but useless advice and examples. Her attempts at humor often feel more like attacks, leaving us uncomfortable and drained. Her academic explanations are ineffective, and I frequently feel on the verge of a mental breakdown in her class.

5/6/2024

Your regard for Dr.S depends on whether you seek an easy A or to make strides in your writing. Success hinges on effective utilization of resources. Some prompts lack specificity, and her grading can be harsh. Dr. S recognizes and rewards diligent effort by offering helpful feedback that enhances your essays quality, resulting in superior grades

5/1/2023

Of all the classes I have ever taken, Dr. Slachman's by far caused the greatest increase in the quality of my writing. She isn't a tough grader; she just actually cares about teaching you how to write. Talk to her. She's very friendly and willing to help. Because of her, professors consistently tell me I'm one of the best writers they've taught.

2/21/2023

Do not take a class with Slachman. She has a condescending tone with students and constantly puts them down during class both individually and as a whole. She is the most brutal CW teacher while other classes are an easy A. She provides no constructive feedback and is an incredibly harsh grader. Her canvas page is unorganized and she is a bully.

12/23/2022

Slachman reifies the "Nightmare" aspect of the Dreams and Nightmares class. This professor structured each lesson with a contrived goal in mind, and remained disorganized throughout the semester. The course is meant to be understandable by all, yet she sets unrealistic expectations for her students and shames students who do not meet her standards.

12/12/2022

Definitely my hardest class first semester, but looking back, it was exactly what I needed to whip me into shape for college. Bring your papers to her outside of class and visit the Writing Center frequently before you turn them in for a grade. This class is what you make of it - I'm proud of the writing I did in here - but be prepared to work.

4/19/2022

She doesn't let her students drink, eat, use technology, or even smile! STG

1/25/2022

It's funny this woman only ever teaches one class. I feel she should stop at this point. Her grading is definitely tough but it all boils down to if your writing is specific enough for her. Doesn't like giving As, and makes students very stressed which is ridiculous for a freshman course. Her course evals don't lie. They're all the same every year.

12/6/2021

I got a decent grade, but it was pure luck. You have to be EXCEPTIONALLY specific with how connect ideas and argue how they're "important to culture." She's sweet, but as someone else said, she can be very rude and condescending. Flexible-ish with deadlines, unreasonable grader. If you're stuck in the class, you'll survive, but try to get out.

5/14/2021

I would not recommend this class whatsoever. This professor incredibly intimidating and she makes no effort to make you feel like your voice holds any worth in her class. If you want to have your freshman college writing course be what endangers your GPA, sign right up. If you're reading this hopefully you still have time to drop or switch profs.

12/17/2020

Basically, Slachman was actually the bane of my existence throughout my freshman year. This class is supposed to be an introduction to writing and should be very easy since every freshman has to take it. However, Slachman will make your freshman year a living nightmare. She grades harshly and has no remorse for any regrades. You will not get an A.

12/8/2020

Not an experience I'd want to go through again. She spends a large portion of each lecture individually calling out students and usually picking on them for something minor. Her instructions and feedback are usually vague and ineffective, and she gets upset when a student does not understand what she wants out of them for an assignment. Good luck

12/3/2020

If I'm really, really trying to be devil's advocate, it seems like she cares about improving your writing skills. However, this class has been one of my worst experiences for multiple reasons. She's an impossible grader, condescending, calls you out in class, extremely vague w/ instructions, and drains the life out of you. Run for the hills.

12/3/2020

She means well but can come across as rude and condescending. She likes people who participate and are engaged in her class- make sure to complete all readings and assignments because she will call on you during discussions. She's a tough grader on essays and does not explain the assignments or her expectations very well.

8/27/2020

I had Professor Slachman last semester and I wasn't sure about her at first but I couldn't switch out (tried) and I actually ended up loving her class. It was hard but like in a good way. I learned a lot and she really helped me with my writing. The theme was interesting and I didn't mind the reading. Spoiler alert: Frankenstein isn't the monster.

1/16/2020