Cynthia Packert

I thoroughly enjoyed this class. Professor Packert was extremely considerate of students, at least from my perspective. She allowed me to turn in several assignment late with little to no deduction and she also bought snack nearly every class period. Although the readings were a lot, they were interesting. I would say that taking the class is definitely worth the time.

Mughal Art is an incredible course—I genuinely think everyone should take it to better understand how the "West" has often overlooked one of the richest and most complex empires in history. Professor Packert is amazing. Her knowledge feels lived and grounded, especially because she’s spent time in India. The class involves a solid amount of reading, and you submit annotations for each session, but it’s very manageable. There are also two papers. Everything is taught in depth, and it’s fascinating how much you end up learning through visual culture.

Mughal Art is an incredible course—I genuinely think everyone should take it to better understand how the "West" has often overlooked one of the richest and most complex empires in history. Professor Packert is amazing. Her knowledge feels lived and grounded, especially because she’s spent time in India. The class involves a solid am …Read more

I really, really enjoyed this class - it's clear that Professor Packert possesses a deep interest and knowledge about this subject. She's always enthusiastic in class, and is appreciative of what we have to say/contribute in class. She can cold-call sometimes, but its usually when nobody has said anything yet or if she thinks you'd have something meaningful to say. Her grading is fair but she can be particular so I would follow her guidelines carefully.

I really, really enjoyed this class - it's clear that Professor Packert possesses a deep interest and knowledge about this subject. She's always enthusiastic in class, and is appreciative of what we have to say/contribute in class. She can cold-call sometimes, but its usually when nobody has said anything yet or if she thinks you'd h …Read more