David Torres

GHLT 257 is a survey course, so if you are looking for something specific to learn and are not seeking to fulfill a Global Health minor, then I would sit this course out. Discussions were moderately fulfilling but lecture was often boring and surface-level.

I really enjoyed this course you could tell that Professor Torres has a true passion for the material which shines through all the students in class. My class was very engaging and allowed me to view the topic of global health in ways I wouldn't have been able to. The course work was relatively light with two big papers that make up the grade. Overall very easy but important course.

I really enjoyed this course you could tell that Professor Torres has a true passion for the material which shines through all the students in class. My class was very engaging and allowed me to view the topic of global health in ways I wouldn't have been able to. The course work was relatively light with two big papers that make up …Read more

Great at office hours, terrible at lecturers: On the first day, I remember professor Torres saying, "I don't like to lecture in the traditional sense, I enjoy class to be more of a discussion." This has not been the case. Torres is clearly very passionate about the subject and he is a deeply caring person; however, his lectures are slow and he often speaks as if every word he says is the most important word that you have ever heard. This lecture style combined with the lack of slide presentations makes it very difficult to stay focused and engaged in class. On the essays and projects, there is no clear rubric and it is difficult to fully know what he is looking for. Luckily he is a very approachable person and his office hours are flexible. Also, he is very happy to work with you on an essay and really wants each student to succeed in his class.

Great at office hours, terrible at lecturers: On the first day, I remember professor Torres saying, "I don't like to lecture in the traditional sense, I enjoy class to be more of a discussion." This has not been the case. Torres is clearly very passionate about the subject and he is a deeply caring person; however, his lectures are s …Read more