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GOVT301
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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Reviews (89)
Dr. Lawrence is extremely thorough. This means a heafty work-load, but also, a clearer understanding of the content. I'm very glad I took this course. I recommend it to anyone who plans to do graduate work.
An extremely nice professor and effective as well. Cares about students and is funny as well. Assigns alot of work though but that's reserach for you. An excellent edition to MU.
very unhelpful his only solution to class issues is that the student should drop the course
VERY nice and is more than happy to re-explain something during class. Good humor. Will blow you off and say he's busy during office hours though. Study = good grade
he's not thorough as to the content thats found on his tests. the assignments were easy but tests are really not good. but he's a big pushover so you can convince him to curve it.
Very interesting first half of the semester. Explains well.Downhill after that.I went to 4 classes after the midterm and squeaked out a C-. Awesome guy though.felt bad for not going to class.have to study for tests to do well.
He is a good teacher but do not go by his study guides for the test because you will fail. If you need help he will help you a lot.
I had an 8am with him. Of all the profs to have an 8am with I'm glad it was him. His class isn't an easy A, but if you go to class and do your work you'll do fine. He's really helpful and has a lot of interesting things to say. I really enjoyed his class.
Adam is a great guy. It's the one class this semester I really enjoy going to. The class is supposed to be one hour and fifteen minutes, but he has never kept us that long. It's usually just one of your 50 minute classes. The class is easy, the man is funny, he enjoys his job. Take him? Yes indeedy!
Stays fairly unbiased and keeps the subject interesting. Write in as much detail as possible during quizzes and tests are not a given, STUDY. Book readings are helpful. Willing to spend his offic hours discussing any questions you have.
Great professor! Fairly easy class. Reading the assignments will make the test easier than they already are. This is a writing course so he puts a couple easy essays on the tests and assigned a 10 page paper on any president. Grades easily and provides helpful feedback.
He's the best teacher I have, he cares and he knows his stuff. He grades fairly and assesses fairly.
Hysterical... very down to earth and congenial. Take him if you can, and if you can't, then change your major so you can!
hes real cool
This guy is awesome. I changed majors because of this guy and his class. Multiple choice exams, easy essay quizzes. Just go to class and pay attention to his lectures and you'll easily pass the class.
Great Professor! He makes his classes fun by making jokes. Tests are pretty easy. Just go to lecture and read the assigned readings and you will be fine. Papers are pretty easy too. Take him if you get the chance.
Professor Lawrence is the man. He actually makes the notes interesting, and switches things up to videos, etc. so youre not always doing the same thing. He's extremely helpful, always will clarify as much as humanly possible, and he's a funny guy. Always willing to go the extra step to help students. Definitely take him if you have the chance.
Sooo nice and funny, can relate to students so well, and lets us out of class early almost every day, once let us out a full 45 minutes early. He's just an overall cool dude, def take him if you have a chance, he's awesome.
Class was pretty easy. Just read and go to lectures. Some of the questions he puts on the test seem trivial, so be ready for that. Funny guy. Always tries to make lectures fun. Take him. You will learn a lot and have a good time.
Uh, I had him a while ago, I think when he was first here. He's too cute. Class is easy, he seems to enjoy teaching (for an 8am). Just pay attention and take good notes and you'll be fine. He's really nice, too.
very cool, very willing to help you out, awsome professor all in all.
I think that he is pretty much the best freaking teacher this school has. He's sooo funny and you'll learn a lot. He grades tough, especially if you suck at grammar. But i would definitely suggest that you take this class, cause he's amazing.
I've had him a couple of times, he is a great professor. Very humorous, keeps things entertaining. Does his best to be neutral and takes shots at both sides politically. Multiple Choice on tests is harder than many classes, and if you don't like or don't write papers well don't take him for a class where you'll need to, but probably my fav. prof.
He is extremely fair, well prepared, and very knowledgeable of his profession. I recommend him for any student interested in government. He is one of the top two professors in the government department.
Very nice guy, enjoyed the class, not the material though. Take him if you ever get the chance. he is very passionate about what he teachers.
He was a nice guy. He jokes around, but you really need to read the textbook because his notes in class suck! He is very anal about the debate you have to do! I'm doing worse in his class than I am in biology and I HATE biology! I suggest reading the book in order to do well!
I absolutely LOVE Dr. Lawrence. I'm an english major and was unsure about the class, but he's awesome! I adore him! He's a riot in class and genuinely cares about his students. Would take again!
You can tell he enjoys what he does. He makes class interesting, he lets you out early a lot, his tests aren't that hard if you use the study guide he gives you, and read the selections. Read about the questions on the study guide and you'll get nothing lower than a B.
The class I had him in was "Political Research Skills and Methods." He somehow managed to make it interesting. Probably the best prof I've ever had. If you are willing to work, I'd highly recommend him.
Dr. Lawrence would agree that this semester was pretty messed up. He is very fair and helpful to students. He kept class interesting, even the boring and dry material. Dr. Lawrence is also VERY fair. His exams are a little tricky, but if you study a lot you'll get atleast a B-. I would definitely take another class with him again.
Dr. Lawrence is a great prof. He grades fairly and keeps the class going. Tests are tricky but passable with a little studying.
He is very funny and tries to keep class entertaining. Almost always lets out early. Very big on group discussions which lead to interesting classes. Very down to earth and helpful. Tests are tricky, but doable.
If you show up to class and pay attention, as well as read the chapters along with the lectures, this class is an easy B- at minimum. Great professor, very enthusiastic, and the grade was just 6 quizzes and 3 tests, all multiple choice.
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Dr. Lawrence is very enthusiastic and loves teaching the material. He cracks jokes that are at times dry but that's what makes it funny. The exams are challenging but fair. He is a great professor!
He enjoys his job and the class is a breeze. There are three exams and six quizzes, all of which are multiple choice. Just do some studying with his review sheet and the textbook, and you will do fine.
Dr. Lawrence is, quite simply, the man. He is energetic, passionate, and knowledgeable about political science. I came into this class not really knowing what to expect, just completing a general education credit... I came out of it as a declared Government minor. He also lets out early almost every day, which is awesome! Take him if you can!
Dr. Lawrence is by far my favorite professor at MU. He's really funny and he keeps class interesting. You do use the book to study for the exam and the quizzes, but a lot of the material comes from your notes so be precise! Also don't skip the online quizzes they are easy points that really add up and some of the question are on the exam.
Dr Lawrence makes government interesting! take this professor!!
Lawrence is a great prof! He makes class interesting. If you read the chapters and study the study guides for the exam you will be fine.
He is extremely engaging and a great teacher. He loves what he does, for sure. However, you HAVE to go to class and you have to study. You can't slide by in this class. But if you do that, you'll do well. He like always lets you out early, too. Classes are usually only 30-45 minutes instead of 75.
Dr. Lawrence is a very interesting professor. If you are going to take American Gov, take it with him. He always lets out early..
Adam lawrence was the best government teacher I've had. The class itself was boring but at times he made interesting. Read the book and study ahead of time. Procrastination will hurt you at the end. He's a great teacher.
Best government teacher I have ever had. He makes a boring subject as interesting as it gets. I found him hilarious and down to earth. Would take any class with him. His test and quizzes are fair, so study and you will do fine!
Mr. Lawrence is one of the best professors I have had so far at Millersville University. Do not forget to take the quizzes, that is where I messed up. He is funny and makes the material more interesting. If you need help, he is available via email and office hours. The book will make the tests easier. I would recommend this class and professor.
I did pretty bad in this class because I just didn't do the work but I honestly loved this guy. He's so funny, classes are a lot of fun. Go to the review classes, he gives a few test answers out to those that show up. I wish he taught more classes.
Dr. Lawrence is the best Gov professor I have ever taken. When it comes time to register, if his class is available snack it up because they do not stay open very long! You will enjoy his class
Dr. Lawrence has corny jokes, and always relates to the typical college life which is what makes him cool. It was funny the one time he wore his sweater inside out on accident and he made a whole joke about it! His tests are not hard literally pay attention to what he says in class, his powerpoints and read the text for key ideas. He is def fair!
Dr. Lawrence is a hilarious professor. His jokes are actually funny. Makes class fly by and sometimes lets you out of class early. If one of his classes is available definitely take it! They will go by fast.
Lawrence is one of the few gems at MU. He really shows an interest in the students and makes the material easily applicable to everyday life. I would take this professor a million times if I could!
Dr. Lawrence is probably my favorite professor at MU. He's incredibly intelligent, his lectures are very inclusive, and hes also very funny if you have some decent political knowledge. Tips: Get the books and don't wait on your final paper!!
Funny guy that knows his stuff. Sometimes class takes advantage of his laid back nature to continually interject with their own stupid tangents, he's pretty good at shutting this down but he can only do so much, other than that the lectures are a delight. Just don't be annoying and you should learn a lot in a fun way.
Great professor to have, and cannot wait to take again.
Good guy that tries to keep the class interesting with humor. Textbook was written by him so most test questions come straight out of the book. His study guides are very helpful. Quiz after every lesson that's pretty easy. DO NOT miss his class w/ a valid excuse or your grade will suffer. My grade went from a B+ to a C b/c of attendance.
Hes literally the best professor Ive had so far. Ever since the first class I had with him, Ive been picking classes with him. His notes and study guides are very helpful, and as long as you pay attention his tests are pretty easy as well.
Great guy, the ideal professor.
Dr. Lawrence is amazing!! He is so caring and just an overall GREAT teacher. I was so lucky to be able to have him. He is so educated on his subject, and always willing to help anyone whenever. He always lets out early, I don'y think I ever had a class that lasted longer than an hour. Would definitely take his class again, and suggest him to anyone
Lawrence is probably the best professor in the Government department. That being said, Political Research Skills & Methods is by far the hardest class I've ever taken, and he demands maximum effort out of you. This is definitely one of those classes where you earn the grade you get. He's difficult, but if you grind it out, you'll do fine.
Lawrence is honestly my favorite professor of all time. If you pay attention to his lectures and take good notes you won't need the book. He also throws funny answers that you know aren't right on tests and quizzes to help relieve stress. He usually also asks you to draw how you are feeling on top of your paper. He's a gem 100/10 would take again
Dr. Lawrence is one of the funniest professors I've had at The Ville. The class is easy but still very educational. Show up and you'll be fine.
Adam Lawrence is such an amazing professor. He makes learning so fun and makes me actually WANT to go to class. He is so hilarious. He really makes you WORK for your grade though, which is understandable. Make sure you read the textbook and follow the notes!
Class is easy but educational and good for a level course. Book isn't really necessary as long as you pay attention in class. Dr. Lawrence is an awesome professor.
Hes a wonderful Professor, I honestly recommend you go to class and participate ask questions. Hes honestly there for students and wants his students to succeed. Just get ready to be challenged.
This man is a jewel. Levity, witticism, and sarcasm will be found in abundance during an Adam Lawrence lecture. If you are looking to fulfill a gen ed, and have even a minimal interest in government, take this fella. He is easy to speak to as well. Overall, an excellent professor and comedian.
Not a Government fan but this class was interesting and fun. He is a very fun Professor. It was a relatively easy A. You just have to review the study guides for the exams.
By far one of the best professors, exams are a little tricky but once you get a study method down they get easier, the quizzes and study guides help! Most of the quiz and study guide answers are in the textbook so definitely invest in one. He can get off topic during lectures but he is absolutely hilarious and makes classes fun
Dr. Lawrence is one of my favorite professors at MU. He really wants everyone to pass and is super easy to talk to. Take advantage of his office hours/quick responses via email. A lot of this class is information we learned in high school, but Lawrence knows how to make it interesting and funny. Highly recommend taking him no matter your major.
I have taken multiple classes with Adam now, and here is how I describe it-- If you had no clue that you were walking into an academic environment and happened to stumble into his classroom, you would probably sometimes think that you just walked into a comedy sketch rather than an academic lecture. Literally one of my favorite professors. Classic.
Dr. Lawrence is a fantastic professor and he makes his classes enjoyable.
Professor Lawrence's class was one of my favorites of all time. He is very approachable and knowledgeable, but most of all he is just outright hilarious. He truly connects with his students and knows how to teach-- you won't ever find yourself listening to a slow, boring lecture. Definitely take Lawrence if you get the chance.
Great funny and caring prof, easy to pass just show up and take notes. Little homework
Dr. Lawrence is awesome. All the material on the quizzes and tests are things discussed in class but I recommend reading the book as well. This is the class I looked forward to most during the week. You will laugh in this class!!
Loved the class so much I recommend him for anyone. Makes the lectures very understandable and relatable. always open to questions and quizzes are open notes. Tests were all multiple choice and relatively simple if you even skim the readings. Be wary though for the book since it is actually not needed new.
Adam is hilarious and super laid back. Exams are tough if you don't study a ton. 10/10
Definitely one of the caring professors on campus, with a relaxed and hilarious attitude with a fairly informative class, the class consists of 2 exams, a group project and presentation and quizzes sprinkled throughout the semester(you are made aware of the dates).
Not much more I can say that hasn't been said. I don't think it's possible for anyone not to like him. I wish he was my Dad.
You will regret it if you don't take him. The class consists of 10 quizzes, 3 exams, and 1 paper. The paper was decently tough to write since you have to cite everything, but overall an easy but informative class. Lawrence is the best prof at MU.
He lives up to the hype! Almost every question on his exam is application-based questions rather than simply conceptual questions. So, you need a deeper grasp of the concepts besides surface level understanding. You will do fine on lab projects as long as you follow the samples he provides. You will learn a lot of useful things from this class!
Easily one of my favorite professors. You can tell he cares about what he teaches, and the course material is very clearly delivered. He's very easy to reach outside of class, wants to help, and is overall a good human being. On top of that he's a fair grader and rarely fails to make me smile. Do yourself a favor and take something offered by him.
Lawrence is a great professor. He got straight to the point in his lectures and would explain the concepts in understandable ways. Another plus is that he would almost always end his lectures 20-30 mins before class was supposed to be done. Would definitely recommend.
I hope Dr. Lawrence reads this. I had him during Covid. His class was the most normal online class I had. Though sitting in front of a computer and pretending we were in a lecture hall was not the dynamic I experienced. As long as you were in the zoom and able to participate you were good. He is fair and cares. The man is the greatest of all time.
makes class genuinely enjoyable.
Great prof
Dr. Lawrence is one type of professor that really makes any class fun and engaging. I love his humor and also how down to earth he is. But also, beyond his humor and sarcasm, Dr. Lawrence has a great heart and is very understanding. I wish I had him for most of my classes.
Dr. Lawrence has a great sense of humor and keeps his lectures fun. He let us out early every day, but still got through the content of the course easily. He is a great professor, and I definitely recommend taking him.
If you can take any prof here at millersville you need to take Adam Lawrence for at least one class. AMAZING prof and hes not hard on the eyes either.
One of the greatest professors. Kind and funny but always takes you seriously as a student. He makes jokes but he doesn't lack in teaching you a ton! Just be sure to study for exams, though you don't have to cram or anything. There's only one group project and a few online quizzes.
Dr. Lawrence is hands down THE BEST professor I've ever had. He's the reason I chose my major- his passion and ability to relate to students is unmatched. His teaching style is fun and easy to engage with. Don't fall behind on the work though! he may seem like an easy grader but he puts on a good face! Best prof, don't miss out!
oh what I would give just to have Dr. Lawrence one more time. This class is the most politically charged Lawrence will get (otherwise he's very neutral) and it's a great experience. I can't recommend his classes enough.
Class Info
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98%
Textbook Required
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GOVT301
5.0
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(4)GVT111
5.0
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