Most Disliked College Course - Opinions?

Out of pure curiosity, what seems to be the most generally disliked course across colleges? Not necessarily the hardest, but the one most students seem to grumble about.

Based on discussions with students from a variety of colleges across the U.S., the course most often met with apprehension tends to be "Introduction to Calculus." This typically first-year course is a common requirement for many degree paths, including business majors and all types of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs.

While the difficulty level often depends on the professor and university, many students find it a challenging course due to the abstract nature of the concepts it introduces. Calculus is often the first time students encounter techniques like limits, derivatives, and integrals, which requires them to think and reason in ways they often haven't been asked to before, even in previous math classes. This leap in complexity can lead to frustration and fear, hence the notorious reputation of the class.

Perhaps some of the negativity surrounding the class also comes from its often large class size, due to its status as a course required for many different majors, which can shift the teaching style to be less interactive and more lecture-based. This is a teaching style that not all students thrive in.

However, it's critical to remember that students' experiences can vary dramatically, and not everyone finds calculus the most challenging or disliked class in college.