1.7

Abera Zegeye

Economics - Ball State University

1.7
Quality
4.5
Difficulty
28%
Would Retake
183
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1.7
Quality
4.5
Difficulty
1.7
Helpful
1.8
Clarity

28%

Would Retake

183

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What Students Say

I would not recommend him to anyone and would not wish this kind of torture even on my worst enemy

ECON201 - 1.0 rating

He is seriously the worst teacher I've ever had

ECON201 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

96%

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Most common grades:
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Grade Distribution
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F: 37
B+: 5
D: 4
B: 3
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Tough Grader (4)
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Reviews (182)
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ECON221
Oct 28, 2004

No Comments

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ECON201
Nov 6, 2004

He is a very hard professor and his teaching style is very hard to understand. If you miss one day of class, you are that far behind. I would recommend to avoid him if possible, otherwise go for it, if you are up for the challenge.

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ECON201
Dec 8, 2004

One of the hardest profs I've had at BSU. Also one of the best. I learned a lot.

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ECON201
Grade: B+
Jan 20, 2005

He was intimidating and got mad at people or just glared at them for walking into class even a minute late. His notes were organized, though, and he wrote down everything on the board. He doesn't take attendance, but I wouldn't recommend skipping class. His exams are challenging but not impossible.

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ECON221
Feb 10, 2005

This prof made me cry! He was awful and his tests were even worse than that! He ridiculed his students and after i took the final I thanked my lucky stars i'd never have to see him again!

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ECON201
Jun 7, 2005

Absolutely no respect for students! An embarrassment to BSU.

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ECON201
Aug 9, 2005

Clearly on a power trip. Spends a lot of time yelling at students. I have been out of school for 6 years and I registered for a login to this site just so I could rate this guy. He is a very mean individual. I was/am a good student and his class is the only one I failed. I retook the class from another professor and received a B- (and learned).

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ECON201
Aug 10, 2005

I had him twice at BSU. He was very challenging but knew his material and taught it well. He was intimidating but only to those that slacked off or showed up late, which he thought was disrespectful. I feel better off having had him as a prof.

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ECON201
Aug 12, 2005

Very hard teacher although I have never had a profesor at BSU that knew as much as this man. His class involves a lot of reading and if you dont keep up with the notes and readings in the book you are bound to fail his class. He is a nice teacher as long as you dont piss him off.. Dont come to class late or you will see his angry side..

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ECON201
Aug 24, 2005

He was the meanest man I have ever met in my entire life.

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ECONOMICS
Sep 10, 2005

If you don't have to take his class. . .DON'T

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ECON201
Sep 12, 2005

he doesn't take crap, he knows his stuff, it's only been a couple weeks but i feel like i have learned a good deal of information that i didn't know before.

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ECON201
Sep 12, 2005

he doesn't take crap, he knows his stuff, it's only been a couple weeks but i feel like i have learned a good deal of information that i didn't know before.

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ECON221
Sep 14, 2005

He is a very challenging teacher, but he was able to communicate the material far more clearly than the other professor I had for the class that I nearly failed. He was never disrespectful to students unless they came in late which he looked greatly down upon. And even then, if you apologized to him it was no matter. Overall a very good teacher.

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ECON201
Sep 27, 2005

His accent is so heavy, that he is hard to understand. He singles out students, and his tests are ridiculous. He spent more time ridiculing us than actually teaching us. I am so glad I never have to see him again.

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Oct 3, 2005

Tests are extremely hard. He's hard to understand. Takes attendance and gets mad at class easily. But he is a good teacher and I learned more in this class than most classes. Also, he has pop quizzes.

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ECON221
Dec 19, 2005

2nd worst teacher ive ever had (see melkote shiviswamy). complete prick, does not care about his students. just glad i passed and will never see him again. very unhelpful outside of class; i went to see him for some help, he just ridiculed me and talked down to me the whole time i was there. class goes at light speed most the time. inspires hatred.

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ECON201
Jan 9, 2006

awful awful teacher. i think one of the worst teachers ever.doesn't care about his students and loves to fail people. there are no points other then tests and a couple quizzes so just be prepared. he's an idiot so don't expect help and he can hardly speak english so you almost need a translator.also don't go late to class it's not pretty.

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ECON201
Feb 17, 2006

Brilliant professor. Won't be appreciated by lazy students -- probably over their head most of the time. But if you're into economics and want to really grasp the material, there's no better prof available at BSU. The class was hard but well worth the work.

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ECON221
Apr 9, 2006

Really hard to follow and hard of hearing so students have to shout...don't be late or he will interrupt the entire class to stare you down until you get to your seat..NOT reccommended

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ECON201
Apr 19, 2006

hes horrible and he doesnt explain anything.

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ECON201
Jun 27, 2006

This class wasn't too difficult...he doesn't give a lot of points, but if you're on time, pay attention, and study before tests you'll be fine

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ECON201
Apr 24, 2007

Worst teacher i have ever had. Intimidates his students, doesnt have time for them. quoted in saying, "Don't bother sending me emails because i will not read them, I dont have time for them." Worst teacher ever.

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ECON221
Apr 26, 2007

Was a horrible prof!!! Was extremely rude to students and didn't explain things well at all. Doesnt listen to students at all either. He is one of those who thinks he is right just bc he's a prof. Class was frustrating. He would mix up numbers & get answers wrong all the time which just added to the confusion. Avoid like the plague

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ECON221
May 31, 2007

Withdrawl if you still can. He was the worst professor I have ever had.

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ECON201
Jun 4, 2007

Most people do not like this prof. I absolutely loved him. He's scary as hell and in no way any help outside of class but as long as you actually go to class and read the book, you can pass this class easily. Try to pass it by just studying his notes and you'll fail miserably.

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ECON201
Sep 17, 2007

GET OUT OF HIS CLASS ASAP!! I have never gotten a C in my lifetime and this was my first. He will make a genius feel like an idiot. He is an absolutely awful professor. Get out while you still can.

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ECON201
Nov 4, 2007

You better be on time! He's not a people person to any degree. He's an economist. He carries with him no compassion, just like the real world/economy/market. Don't take this class if you think u might be late. He'll most likely end up kicking you out. I liked the class through for the challenge. You truly learn your stuff in this class. Take it!

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ECON221
Jan 15, 2008

he attempted to throw a kid out of class after he walked by the student and saw him on facebook, called it ****and got viciously angry but the student refused to leave for such a silly offense. So Zegeye stormed out and left the class there, astonished at what had just happened. Enough said.

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ECON201
Feb 11, 2008

He is terrible! I am pretty liberal when it comes to teachers, and I know a good teacher from a bad teacher. This man insults the education system- he has to be the worst teacher alive. He is very degrading to his students. Everyone is intimidated to even ask a question...how can students learn in an environment like this?

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ECON201
Apr 4, 2008

He is worthless! If you get him as a professor, change classes unless you want to spend the rest of your life taking econ and reading the WHOLE book!

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ECON201
Apr 7, 2008

Probably the worst teacher i have ever had. Get out while you still can. At the start of class he asked if there were any questions, i raised my hand and before i could even say anything he said "just come by durring my office hours." I HAVE CLASS DURRING THEM!!! he thinks that's just my problem and there is nothing he can do. DON'T TAKE THIS CLASS

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ECON221
Apr 8, 2008

Zegeye has no social skills whatsoever, so if you are a person who needs help and usually goes to the prof for help, DON'T Take this class. I went to his office once for an equation, and he insulted me, saying I must have missed many classes, when I have only missed 1, AFTER that time. He hates everyone, and that is the truth.

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ECON201
Apr 22, 2008

Easy class but he doesn't have any people skills

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ECON221
Apr 30, 2008

Very into what he teacher. If you like to talk back to teachers then he will eat you alive. Class was not all that difficult but it required a lot of studying. Be On Time.

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ECON201
May 11, 2008

He is horrible. If you get him dont even think about seeing what type of professor he is. Get out as soon as you see his name. NO JOKE!!!!

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ECON201
Aug 15, 2008

This Prof. stopped lecture and yelled at the kid next to me for having a newspaper on the desktop near him..and it was already there BEFORE class even started. The kid wasn't even LOOKING at it!!!!!RUDE to EVERYONE! Run as fast as you can away from this guys course.. He is RUDE , ASSUMING, HATES STUDENTS, ARROGANT, IMPATIENT, CLASSLESS,UNWILLING.

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ECON221
Sep 30, 2008

I don't mind arrogance in someone.....if they actually have something to be arrogant about. This guy is a bafoon that I could drop in a heart beat. He probably has no friends outside of his work, and I bet the other professors just stay away from him and think he's nuts. Don't know why he became a professor in the first place because he quite cl

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ECON202
Oct 3, 2008

Worst teacher EVER. Obviously I'm not the only person to feel this way. Used to single me out and others commented on how much he did so, should be fired!

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ECON201
Oct 15, 2008

Rarely uses the book rather writes all of his notes up on the board but required to know the book for 7 pop quizzes. Expects a lot but fairly easy if you pay attention and look at the big picture and not memorize facts. Scattered brained at times but very apt on Austrian economics and how they apply to the market on a daily basis.

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ECON201
Dec 23, 2008

I consider this class to be hard. He dropped the two lowest quiz scores but the quizzes are only 10% of your grade and the other 90% is 3 test. There is no opportunity for extra credit or homework. Also the more you study for a test the harder it is.

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ECON201
Apr 7, 2009

Horrible, hard to understand, very rude. I do not suggest taking his class. Also, he says "SAY FOR EXAMPLE" probably 30 times a class period.

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ECON221
Apr 27, 2009

TERRIBLE TEACHER...VERY INCONSIDERATE!!

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ECON201
Jun 15, 2009

Only grades are quizzes and tests. He is somewhat hard to understand and gets really mad if u r late. He knows what hes talking about but he doesnt know how to teach it very well. This class is pretty difficult.

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ECON201
Dec 1, 2009

A little hard to understand, but fun to watch. Don't be late for class. Ever. I did learn alot from him nonetheless.

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ECON201
Dec 7, 2009

By far the worst teacher I have ever had the privelage of having. He absolutely hates people walking in 2 seconds after the class starts and also hates people using cell phones in class. The worst part about him is that he can't understand why he has the lowest pass percentage in the business department. He is just a bad teacher that loves graphs.

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ECON201
Dec 27, 2009

A very good and helpful teacher!He answered all of my questions with patience.However, you should be on time and read a lot by yourself too. Overall, a good and considerate professor!

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ECON202
Mar 30, 2010

hard class, don't be late

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ECON201
May 5, 2010

This might be the easiest class at business college!!!There are only 2quizzes and three exams!! They are so easy!!!

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ECON201
Jun 18, 2010

Read the book and you will be OK! Very nice professor!

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ECON201
Jul 25, 2010

Horrible. Treats COLLEGE students as elementary school students. Complains about cell phones out, will ridicule those that come in late (even less than 2 minutes late) Makes mistakes and will argue that it is not what he said. Will be retaking this class with someone else. Avoid this professor during summer classes!

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ECON221
Sep 15, 2010

The worst teacher I have ever had. He assigns HW on topics he has not taught, He only lets you get to the answer his way or no way. He spends 1/4 of the time of class telling students to put away there cell phones that they aren't even using. He is not American so it is hard to understand the crazy man. He doesn't understand how to use tones of voi

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ECON201
Oct 11, 2010

Cant understand him. Even if you answer his questions right he cant understand you either. If you ask him to clarify something he'll explain in the exact same way with the same examples.

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ECON221
Oct 19, 2010

Worse teacher I've ever had.. He thinks everyone has their cell phones out and yells at students when they aren't out at all, very unclear and his grading scale is the worst I've ever encountered. Avoid if at all possible

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ECON221
Dec 16, 2010

This is easily the worst teacher I've ever had. He is not willing to help you and does not have any communication skills. He is more interested in griping and ridiculing students than teaching material

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ECON221
Jan 10, 2011

hands down the hardest teacher i have ever had to deal with in my life. avoid this teacher as if you were trying to avoid being eaten by a lion. if you have a question he makes you feel stupid for asking it and he hates to help people.

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ECON221
Mar 21, 2011

I would like to drop kick this guy back to Applesbees where he drinks everynight unless he is at Scottys or Chilis or Outback or Texas Roadhouse. Statistically speaking he drinks 100% of the time and is an jerk nearly 100% of the time. He also tries to golf..wow!! He should not try to golf.

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ECON201
Oct 30, 2011

Standard university attendance policy, but he sticks to it. He is very adamant that students show up on time. If you are lazy, show up unprepared, or disruptive, he will throw you out. If you cannot think on your own, or you rely on pure memorization to get through classes, you will struggle in his class.

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ECON221
Nov 22, 2011

old school, not a fan of online textbook or any other form besides the actuall book. Which is a problem bc the book he requires is close to $200. Try to get some one else especially if its for econ 221. Don't end up in hos class unless you have to.

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ECON221
Dec 7, 2011

Dr. Zegeye is a tough professor, but you will actually learn in his class. Attendance, punctuality, responsibility, and attention are basically key. You can't be late or disruptive. He doesn't like messing around. Old school, but awesome. I truly appreciated his style once I got used to it.

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ECON221
Dec 8, 2011

I am a fairly good student, but his tests proved otherwise. I have never studied so hard on a test, and to get D's on them all. Classmate asked him question after class and he just walked off. You get the problems wrong if you do not show your work right but have the wrong answer. Very strict, would find another professor!

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ECON201
Mar 15, 2012

Very difficult, tests are impossible. Be prepared to study the hardest you have ever done.

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ECON201
Mar 21, 2012

Although he is a strict professor, he is a very good one. Paying attention, punctuality, and respectfulness are key to this class. He knows the material and teaches it very well. As long as you take good notes and do the readings you should do well.

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ECON201
Mar 28, 2012

He really knows the material and seems to enjoy teaching it. He can be funny at times, but be sure to not arrive late. He has no problem with calling you out on it. Study for the tests and you'll do well. He's a great guy who can just be a little strict at times.

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ECON201
Apr 30, 2012

He is a very good professor who you can tell is very knowledgeable of his subject. His tests are very hard and take a lot of studying, but I can say I did learn a lot regardless of what grade I do end up receiving.

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ECON300
Nov 12, 2012

NO Never again..Idc what anyone else says,he can be pretty rude sometimes.Our class had to correct his math everyday.He is very vague in his teaching & 1st 2 tests were out of 7 hard questions. HORRIBLE TEACHER...MAY GOD HAVE MERCY ON U IF U HAVE HIM

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ECON201
Dec 10, 2012

As a well qualified professor he is very full of himself. At the start of the semester he said he would help us if we had questions this is not true. If you would ask a question he would make you feel very dumb. He has some humor but it does not help his class be less boring. Test are near impossible to understand because of his English.

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ECON201
Mar 1, 2013

Horrible, plain horrible. I had studied days prior for his tests. This past one I went to a tutor session to help sort out any problems with my understanding on the subject. Major language barrier. Unnecessarily strict. Extremely difficult. Take his class with caution.

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ECON201
Apr 15, 2013

He is very knowledgeable about his subject. He teaches straight from the book so it isn't really that bad. I wouldn't necessarily recommend him, but he wouldn't be my first choice if I had to retake the class. Just go to class, read the book, and do the chapter review and you will do fine.

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ECON201
Nov 5, 2013

The class really isn't that hard if you attend class, read the chapter and do the review. It takes a little effort in your part but you learn a lot and its really enjoyable seeing him get mad.

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ECON201
Nov 14, 2013

He knows his field but isn't a caring/helpful professor (even though he says he is). Very arrogant, condescending, rude, gets easily agitated, angry, especially when people walk in, even afew SECONDS late (repeatedly teaches/writes on the board, then turns & looks/glares at the student who walked in late). Needs to get angry management/counseling.

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ECON201
Nov 15, 2013

He is a horrible teacher. He closes the door the minute or the minute before class is even suppose to start. If he doesnt lock you out he glares at you and calls you out. He is not helpful. Horrible English! When he works problems he often gets them answer wrong.

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ECON201
Nov 17, 2013

The average grade for most of his classes is probably an F, not a B, C or anything else, as the 'average grade' continues to calculate. He isn't helpful in class or his office hrs. Very full of himself. Gets angry too easily. Cannot teach well (very poor quality). Has no self-control or social skills. Needs to go to anger management counseling.

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ECON202
Nov 18, 2013

His teaching method isn't easy. He's not helpful during or outside of class. He's not clear (b/c of subject matter & his accent). I had no interest in taking the course (it was required). We really didn't use the book. An angry, senile, old man who has no social skills, can't teach & probably has few meaningful relationships in his life

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ECON201
Nov 19, 2013

Im sure most people who takes his econ classes dont do well: he goes too fast w/ examples & concepts, doesnt answer questions, isnt helpful in or outside of class, very conceded, one-sided, opinionated. The grade here shouldn't be 'N/A': it should be 'F' & its his fault. Rater interest should be high b/c of his cold personality & inability to teach

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ECON202
Nov 20, 2013

Makes you buy the book, which is too expensive, but he barely uses the book. REFUSES to teach online classes (temper tantrum). Confusing tests: trys to trick you w/ 2 similar answers. Has no social skills, gets angry easily. Probably has very few friends or meaningful relationships. Should retire: has no business teaching, much less being in public

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ECON201
Jan 17, 2014

Class is extremely difficult to begin with but he makes it impossible. Doesn't use good examples. Quizzes & tests are impossible. Isn't helpful in or outside of class. Doesn't answer emails. Mean. Rude. Conceded. Probably has few friends. Drinks at local college bars & has no social skills. Should retire & be alone (has probably never been married)

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ECON201
Mar 4, 2014

just don't, save yourself.

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ECON201
Grade: C+
Apr 10, 2014

He is seriously the worst teacher I've ever had. I am not good at Econ so I had to put in a lot of work just to get a C. And even that I had to get a tutor. He is not good with answering questions. He asks if you have any and then if you ask one he makes you seem stupid. Made me cry when I went into his office during office hours.

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201
Grade: D+
Dec 4, 2014

extremely rude and disrespectful. If you do anything other than notes he will make a huge scene about it.

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ECON201
Grade: D
Dec 20, 2014

This professor is BEYOND difficult. The rudest person I've ever encountered. He loves to make a scene when you're late and if and when you have your cell phone out, which by the way, DONT! Keep it away unless you want to be embarrassed. I would not recommend him to anyone and would not wish this kind of torture even on my worst enemy.

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201
Feb 3, 2015

He's awful. Avoid him

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202
Feb 5, 2015

Horrible prof & person. Avoid him. He has no business teaching or being around other people

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ECON201
Feb 25, 2015

One of the most boring, hardest, disrespectful profs I've ever met. Don't recommend taking him at all!

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201
Mar 5, 2015

He's rude & mean. Avoid him

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221
Grade: F
Mar 5, 2015

Needs to move away and run screaming chimpering in his unintelligible babbling speech through the jungle

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201
Grade: F
Mar 10, 2015

Class is already difficult wo him teaching. Avoid him

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ECON201
Grade: B
Apr 5, 2015

Very confusing when he teaches. Definitely has to go back and correct himself a lot. Hard to understand.

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ECON201
Grade: B+
Apr 7, 2015

Zegeye is a terrible professor. He has no understanding of how to interact with a college student. Don't expect help from this teacher, he will not give it. I watched a girl leave class because he refused to clarify something for her saying he couldn't help her with anything because she didn't get "the basics." Avoid even if it means a bad timeslot

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201
Grade: F
Apr 17, 2015

Horrible. Avoid him

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201
Apr 22, 2015

He's impossible to approach. Has no self control over emotions, mostly anger & arrogance. Needs to have teaching license revoked

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202
Grade: F
Apr 22, 2015

His tests are difficult. His personality is flat. He is rude, mean, cold. Has no business being in public. Needs to be alone

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221
Apr 22, 2015

All scores here should be 1's. His teaching method is worthless. He doesn't use the textbook. Cannot hear. Has no self control or social skills. Needs counseling. Needs to have his teaching license revoked & be left alone

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202
Grade: F
Apr 22, 2015

He cant teach to save his life. Easily angered. Likes to ridicule students

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ECON201
Apr 28, 2015

Do NOT take this professor. Avoid at all costs.

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201
May 6, 2015

Avoid him.

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221
Grade: F
May 7, 2015

221 is a difficult class. He makes it impossible

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201
May 7, 2015

The WORST!

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202
Grade: F
May 7, 2015

Unintelligible. Does NOT hear well at all

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221
May 7, 2015

This class is EXTREMELY difficult. W Abera, its IMPOSSIBLE!

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202
Grade: F
May 10, 2015

Absolutely awful

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201
May 11, 2015

NOT helpful

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202
Grade: F
May 11, 2015

NOT a good teacher!

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202
Grade: F
May 11, 2015

NEEDS anger management counseling!

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202
May 11, 2015

AWFUL! MEAN!

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201
Grade: F
May 13, 2015

Uncaring

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221
Grade: F
May 13, 2015

This class is EXTREMELY difficult. Zegeye should NOT be teaching it!

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201
Grade: F
May 13, 2015

He does NOT know how to teach, much less behave or control himself in public!

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201
May 14, 2015

Tests are impossible

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202
Grade: F
May 18, 2015

Teaching style is ineffective

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221
Grade: F
May 18, 2015

This class is VERY hard, but Z makes it impossible

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201
May 18, 2015

He should be LEFT alone & NOT teaching

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202
Grade: F
May 19, 2015

He is utterly terrible! AVOID!

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221
May 19, 2015

Inspires hatred. Needs to be left ALONE

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202
Grade: F
May 19, 2015

He does NOT teach well AT ALL. Do NOT take classes w him!

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202
Grade: F
May 20, 2015

Absolutely terrible!

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221
Grade: F
May 20, 2015

RUN WHEN YOU SEE HIM!

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201
May 21, 2015

INCOMPREHENSIBLE RUDENESS FROM THIS MONSTER!

1.0
5.0
201
Grade: F
May 24, 2015

Don't say anything. Listen to the monster talk & leave class

1.0
5.0
201
May 26, 2015

AVOID like no other!

1.0
5.0
221
Grade: F
May 26, 2015

He's unnecessarily rude!

1.0
5.0
201
May 26, 2015

Horrible! AVOID!

1.0
5.0
202
May 26, 2015

Dimwit!

1.0
5.0
221
May 28, 2015

Class is xtremely tuff. Z makes it impossible!

1.0
5.0
201
May 28, 2015

Monstrosity to BSU! Take NO classes w him

1.0
5.0
221
Grade: F
May 29, 2015

Geezer

1.0
5.0
201
May 31, 2015

His ability to teach should be questioned. He needs to be left alone

1.0
5.0
202
Grade: F
Jun 1, 2015

Incapable of any emotion other than anger

1.0
5.0
202
Jun 1, 2015

Needs re-socialization - does NOT interact well w ANYONE!

1.0
5.0
202
Grade: F
Jun 3, 2015

YOU WILL NOT PASS!

1.0
5.0
221
Grade: F
Jun 3, 2015

This is a VERY challenging course. Z should NOT be teaching it. He DOESN'T explain concepts well

1.0
5.0
201
Grade: F
Jun 3, 2015

His teaching style is horrible. Methods are confusing. Doesn't like to help. Is mean. Rude

1.0
5.0
201
Grade: F
Jun 3, 2015

Skip - don't pass!

1.0
5.0
202
Grade: F
Jun 3, 2015

u shall NOT pass!

1.0
5.0
201
Grade: F
Jun 4, 2015

Deplorable. Avoid!

1.0
5.0
202
Grade: F
Jun 4, 2015

Despicable. Rude!

1.0
5.0
201
Grade: F
Jun 4, 2015

Has ZERO positive personality!

1.0
5.0
201
Grade: F
Jun 11, 2015

U cannot pass!

1.0
5.0
221
Grade: F
Jun 29, 2015

Class is a very challenging math & econ course. Z should NOT be teaching it

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 25, 2015

Avoid at all costs

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Oct 7, 2015

Awful teacher. Mean, does not explain material, assumes you aren't working if you stare at the board. Cannot work through his own math problems. Please don't take him if you can avoid it, definitely not worth the self-esteem damage.

1.0
5.0
ECON202
Oct 7, 2015

Avoid at all costs please

1.0
5.0
ECON221
Grade: F
Nov 4, 2015

This class is VERY hard. Dr. Z should not be teaching it

4.0
3.0
ECON201
Grade: A-
Jan 1, 2016

Mr. Zegeye is a good professor. He will respect you if you give him respect. Showing up to class is a must. No homework just read the chapters in the book. There are 3 tests and 4 quizzes that make up your grade, all multiple choice. Show up to class, study hard and you will be fine. He knows the material really well and even bumped up my 89 to A-

1.0
4.0
ECON201
Jan 12, 2016

Stay away!!!

2.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: B
Jan 12, 2016

Very hard content. Most people can not keep up as he goes at a very fast pace. Class is passable if you make this your life. Go to every class session, copy his notes and study them.

5.0
3.0
ECON201
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2016

Zegeye is a very tough professor, but he knows the material extremely well and teaches it well too. You must earn Dr. Zegeye's respect, but as long as you go to class and pay attention he will help you as much as you need it. I would definitely take his course again.

5.0
3.0
ECON201
Grade: B+
Jan 25, 2016

Zegeye was tough but worth it. I actually learned the material, and he was also very helpful and kind when I visited his office. He has particular things that turn him off like cell phones and he will crucify you for that but he really is a nice and helpful man.

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: F
Mar 1, 2016

Class is impossible. Rude man!

1.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: B
Mar 22, 2016

Do not be late. I was 2 minutes late, and missed the TA taking attendance. After class I went up to ask him to make sure I got points for being there and he just told me to forget about it. And dismissed me.

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Mar 31, 2016

No way would I take this class again! His tests are very tough which are the majority of your grade. I did well on the quizzes and studied for the tests the same way and did horrible. He is hard to understand, handwriting sucks, and he can't hear. I found him rude and he will just stop and stare in the middle of class with his sunglasses on.

2.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: C-
Apr 14, 2016

He is a mean teacher who goes very fast, can't hear and has very unclear writing.

2.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: C-
Apr 27, 2016

This teacher is terrible and is rude to students. Avoid taking his class if at all possible. If he even sees your phone out he will stop class to kick you out.

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: C
May 3, 2016

He's an OG. He doesn't care about your feelings or about you in general. He gets mad a lot. Pretty much he's only there because he's passionate about economics and he should not be the guy professing it to kids who really honestly could care less about the subject. Also, if you're going to be late, just sleep in.

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: A+
Jul 19, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Zegeye is the most DIFFICULT and IRRATIONAL professor you will ever encounter in the business building. Shows contempt for all his students regardless of their level of preparation or respect. Speaks just above a whisper and with a heavy accent, writing ALL of his notes on the board in terrible cursive. Avoid this spiteful being at all costs.

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: F
Sep 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Not sure why he is teaching. Has NO social skills or self control. Needs to be locked up & left ALONE

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: D
Oct 7, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is the rudest human being on earth. Don't have your phone out or come in after the door is shut or you will be yelled and stared at the entire class. If you want to pass, DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS. You will not succeed in this class because he expects you to know the content before the class starts which defeats the whole purpose of taking the class

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: D
Oct 14, 2016
Wouldn't take again

One of the worst professors I have ever had. He's rude. There's been several times he's stopped the class just to pick on me for reading the book for THAT class, or being on my phone. His teaching methods are so off. I'd avoid him If I were you. I failed the class, but now I am retaking it with prof Srikant! He's the best I have an A in the class!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: C+
Oct 18, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This class made me want to cry. I know economics fairly well, but he was tough. More than anything, he was just really strict. You'll probably pass this class if you try hard enough, but don't be shocked if you take a test, feel like you aced it, and get like a D.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
ECON201
Nov 7, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He does not speak clearly, often gets confused, and does not respect his students. He is not understanding, does not except doctors notes or school excused absences. I would highly recommend taking this class with a different professor. You will be fine if you can teach yourself from the book , otherwise it is very hard to follow along in class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Personally I thought he was a good teacher, he really knows the content and I learned a lot form his class. The expectations in his class are not outlandish: be on time and do not use your phone in class, he's not asking for a lot. However, he has a thick accent, hearing problem, writes in cursive, & often is condescending when asked a question

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
ECON201
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

While he's a tough teacher, I have tremendous respect for him. He explains the material well and is always available outside of class. If you show him hard work he will go out of his way to help you. I enjoyed many office hour conversations with him. He does not tolerate tech (phones, laptops, etc.) and you better show up on time.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: A
Mar 21, 2017
Would take again

He seems really tough and scary but he was one of my favorite professors. He has strict rules but is pretty funny and cool. It is all lectures, quizzes, and tests. He clearly knows the material and will go over anything multiple times. BUY THE STUDY GUIDE, it saved my life. Great class if you like Econ and want to learn. Not an easy A.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
ECON201
Apr 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He only grades you on tests and quizzes. Study hard or you will not pass. Attending class is an absolute must. If you are one minute late or on your phone he will be instantly mad. Hard to understand sometimes. When you ask him questions he goes on random rants avoiding the question asked. Take another prof.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

WORST PROFESSOR EVER! He is one of the hardest people to understand and will kick you out of class immediately if he even catches a glimpse of your phone. Class is all notes unless you are taking a quiz or test which are the hardest worded most confusing things on this planet, the class average one of the quizzes was a D if that tell you anything

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: B-
Apr 19, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He is a terrible teacher DO NOT TAKE UNLESS YOU ABSOLUTELY HAVE NO CHOICE! He is really strict and doesn't allow phones. If you mess up he will embarrass you and won't care. I have experienced this first hand, I was yelled at and kicked out for having my phone on my lap for a split second. If you miss a test day and try taking it he will chew u out

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2017
Would take again

This professor gets a bad rap. yes he is old school and dosent want his students on there phone or doing anything outside work in his class. However if these students that have given him such a bad rating got over his phone policy and rated him based on how good he teaches he would be in the top 5 at Miller. Pay attention and go to class.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 30, 2017
Would take again

get on his good side, and he will like you. do not be on your phone or work on anything for a different class. each class is a lecture the whole time, take notes and pay attention. he writes on the board in cursive and is kind of hard to hear (speaks with an accent and quietly) but he cant help it. tests and quizzes are pretty hard so study

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: Rather not say
May 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Horrible

Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
1.0
ECON201
Grade: B+
Aug 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

So here's the deal with Prof. Z. If you take notes, show up, and don't have your phone out he's not going to care enough about you to yell at you. Which is a good thing. The class itself is easily passable by just going over the study guide/workbook regularly. Otherwise you can tune out during class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: B+
Oct 14, 2017
Would take again

Zegeye is a better professor then what people give him credit for. I personally did not buy the book and am doing fine in his class. If you give this class the attention and effort it requires, you should have no problem passing with a good grade. Its students who have their phones out, skip class, or don't pay attention/ take good notes who fail.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: D
Nov 29, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Very tough class. Can be rude to students and not very helpful when you ask questions in class. Overall bad experience and would never take a class from this professor again.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Tests are tough
4.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Basically, the grade you earn is the effort you out into the class. I worked my butt off to get an A in the class. I also know people who barely listened to his lectures and got a C in the class. If you are hard working, his class is pretty easy. EVERYTHING IN LECTURE IS ON THE TEST. Listen to him, he knows what he is talking about. AND STUDY

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ECON201
Grade: B-
Apr 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Hard to understand, unless you are used to a harsh accent. Do not talk back to him or he will roast you. Also put your phone away.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
ECON201
Grade: A+
May 23, 2018
Would take again

I do not feel he is in any way shape or form attacking other students. It is a easy class if you just do your work and be a good student. He is wonderful and a pleasure to visit during or outside office hours.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
1.0
4.0
ECON201
Grade: D+
Jul 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Make sure he has you in the right seat, for his seating chart. He knocks off letter grades after so many absences.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: C
Aug 1, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I worked very hard to try and do well in this class, unfortunately if you mess up one test its very hard to come back from that. We had 4 or 5 test including midterm and final. BUY THE BOOK! It was literally about the only way for me to study, even thought I wrote all of his notes down. Don't miss class or even remotely have your phone out.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECON201
Dec 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Do not under any circumstances take this professor. He only grades on tests and they make no sense, no matter how hard you study. Even if you think you're smart, don't take him. He's super rude and pisses everyone off. Save yourself the pain and take someone else. Chances are you won't pass if you take him.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ECON201
Mar 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

one word oof

1.0
5.0
ECON201
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 21, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Nope. I hate this guy

4.0
3.0
ECONOMICS
Grade: A-
May 15, 2022
Would take again

Very kind and patient expecially to foreign student. I learnt alot of US economic policies from him, and the professor gave me several hints to study this major in economics

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
5.0
201
Grade: F
Jan 9, 2023

Mean. Rude. Incompetent. Finally retired. Had a DUI in 2018. Has 0 social skills whatsoever

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
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