Francisco Barrenechea

This professor has taught: CLAS170, CLAS270, CLAS275, CLAS374, CLAS375, CLAS419B, GREK101, GREK102, GREK201, GREK301, GREK488, GREK488B, GREK488J, GREK488T, GREK606, GREK688T, LACS234, LACS234H, LASC234, LASC234H, LASC448K, LATN101, LATN102, LATN301, LATN488J, LATN488Q, LATN688J, PORT234, RELS170, SPAN234, SPAN234H

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Francisco Barrenechea CLAS170 Expecting an A Anonymous 12/18/2023	Took him last semester and he's an absolute madman in the best way possible. He's absolutely hilarious, literally called a greek hero a "boytoy" to the delight of the class. Always very personable, and there's no deception at all. If he's upset or proud he will let you know, which is very refreshing. Make sure to do the readings but tbh the readings are super enjoyable, as are his lectures. You'll literally want to show up to lectures and do well. Would 100% recommend this teacher and this class, you won't regret it
Francisco Barrenechea CLAS170 Expecting an A Anonymous 08/26/2023	I really didn't know what to expect when I first took this class, but I was definitely satisfied in the end. Professor Barrenechea is hilarious and personable, attending the lectures is something to look forward to every day. The workload is pretty manageable overall. In the first couple weeks you will only be reading a few paragraphs a day. Around the middle of the semester, the workload picks up and you will be reading a lot more, but it's far from bad. As long as you do the readings and take notes, this class will be an easy A.
Francisco Barrenechea RELS170 Expecting an A- fiftyseven 05/21/2023	Great professor. He's super funny and makes the course material pretty interesting. The workload as far as assignments go is pretty light, just a small thing every week before discussions. There are a lot of readings, so that is a factor I'd keep in mind, but I'd say it's pretty much worth it, the reading itself is interesting enough and even if you don't do all of it - if you go to class, he'll talk about it in depth.
Francisco Barrenechea CLAS170 Expecting an A Anonymous 05/17/2023	I literally love this man and his lectures. He is so funny and makes the content really engaging, so it doesn't feel like you're learning about Greek mythology, which might come across as boring to some people. He really brings the material to life, and he's genuinely one of the best professors I've had. I took this class as a gen-ed, and while the exams were definitely demanding, it's a really fun class. Also, take Alex Houseman as a TA he is awesome.
Francisco Barrenechea LACS234 Expecting a B+ Anonymous 05/10/2023	class does require a lot of reading and writing, but if you are interested in the topic then it won't be so bad. professor is chill and the course readings/material are actually interesting. pretty strict on turning things in on time and attendance, but as long as you communicate that with him then it's fine.
Francisco Barrenechea LACS234 Expecting a B Anonymous 01/23/2023	really good professor. the class does have a lot of reading but (imo) they were all interesting and actually worth reading! really interesting topics discussed and a really down to earth professor. if you have a chance to take it, please consider it! you won’t regret it.
Francisco Barrenechea CLAS275 Expecting an A+ Anonymous 12/24/2022	Great professor, so funny and engaging. Class itself is a lot of reading and writing, but assignments are basically free A's as long as you turn them in. Only -1 star because we had to do a lot of acting and performing in class, which I wasn't expecting and stressed me out.
Francisco Barrenechea CLAS275 Expecting an A Anonymous 12/19/2022	Great class, engaging professor
Francisco Barrenechea CLAS275 Expecting an A- Anonymous 12/15/2022	ridiculously amount of readings. 1 writing hw and 1 discussion post every week. As long as u turn in all the work u should be fine.
Francisco Barrenechea CLAS275 Expecting an A Anonymous 02/01/2022	Professor Barrenechea was one of the most down to earth professor's I've had throughout my college experience. As long as you do the readings you'll succeed in this course. The discussion posts are interesting and you get a chance to relate ancient comedy to modern ones, they give you a good excuse to post clips of the office.
Francisco Barrenechea CLAS275 Expecting an A Anonymous 12/23/2021	Even with boring class content, Professor Barrenechea is the funniest teacher I have ever had. Participation does matter for this class, so showing up to every class is necessary. Overall, the class is a lot of writing and reading, but he is an extremely easier grader, making an A very attainable.
Francisco Barrenechea CLAS170 Anonymous 05/18/2021	Great professor. Really chill dude. The reading overwhelmed me, but boy, I really feel like I learned something. Definitely take this class if you can tolerate an average of 40 page reading per week. (It got to 80 once...)