Easiest english class you will take.

kinda pompous

Awesome teacher! Interesting! Recommend him to all my friends

good grasp of history, critical thinking, makes shakespeare fun

He is hard but you will know how to write when you finish his class

He's fun, and he makes everything interesting. He gets really animated in his lectures. If you try and you read all the material, you should be able to get an A.

One of the best professors I have ever had. He has the perfect balance of fear tactics, and passion. There is a reason I took him twice, 1B was my favorite as it was less stressful, and twice as intense. Can I say pepper?

Prof. Lamers is excellent. I've had him for multiple classes and each one has been very fun and interesting. He is very helpful and informative on subjects.

I took his class last Summer and it was pretty easy, did all assignments the day before they were due. I can't comment on his helpfulness since I never asked for his help, but he seemed to be helpful to those that needed it.

His class requires work, but he teaches well. His class was fun and he was helpful. a little moody at times but usually cool. Don't play around in his class.

I learned more about Shakespeare in his class than I have from all the teachers I've had at BC and CSUB combined. Take his class early in the morning -- he'll wake you up - you won't need coffee. A great teacher!

Intelligent and funny. He makes his expectations, grading policies, and general classroom rules very clear the first day of class and adheres to them fairly well. He will give you all you need to get an A. His was a class I personally enjoyed.

Great teacher I recommend him to everyone and beg him to teach courses I haven't already had. Hasn't worked so far.

Professor Lamers seemed a bit arrogant and rude at times, but he is very knowledgable about Shakespeare. I would only recommend him for the strong willed; any weakness will be exploited.

Not an easy class, but a great instructor with a dark wit!!!

He's an awesome teacher! I took him for 1A and it was seriously my favorite class, so I took him again for 1B. He's definately a "tell it like it is" professor, and I liked that. Discussions are always interesting and if you read, do the homework and everything else you need to do, you'll get an A.

Funny prof, very clear and helpful. Do the readings, spend some time on the papers, and you'll get an A

awesome teacher. Makes the subjuct interesting and has a true love and understanding of the subject matter.

I LOVE Mr. Lamers. I learned more in his classes than in any other and his Shakespeare class especially caused me to step up my writing level. Take his classes!

(last time I put this under Heather, not Andrew) good teacher, very direct and to the point.... good stuff

This bad boy was a hip fella from the sixties that blew your mind with his witty dialogue and astounding clarity. If you are looking for an exquisite dish of instructor who adds in a side of trivia to the meal, this is the one for you.

Although he was a little "different," it was an interesting course. He was an easy grader, his quizzes and mid-term were easy, and most received an A in the class. I recommend!

I loved having Mr. Lamers. His class was always enjoyable and I learned a lot from him.

Very good teacher and made class fun. He would relate Shakespeare to todays world which made it a lot easier to learn. I would like to have him again for a teacher.

Absolutely amazing! i loved this class! I was intimidated for the first couple of weeks, but he tackles hard literature including a lot of poetry and shakespeare. I learned so much in this class, he is very intelligent and it shows.

Prof. Lamers is an excellent teacher. He is very self explanitory when it comes to giving assingments. The only bad thing about him is attendance and a perfection in grading.

If you can't take it don't dish it. He is very funny and sarcastic. He won't pick on you, unless you ask for it :). He is a wonderful teacher. I really enjoyed the class.

I took 2 classes with Mr. Lamers several years ago when I lived in Bakersfield. The first time I had him as teacher, I fell in love with his class. The following semester I took another one of his classes just for fun. He is one the best professors I have ever had. He will make you work hard, though. Don't take his class if you want an easy "A".

the shakespeare class was great! he made it approachable and understandable. we basically would read the plays, and in class have some lecture and watch the movies. there are 3 papers, a midterm, a final, and quizzes. lamers is awesome and funny and really cares. even if you don't like shakespeare, or if you have to take the class, take lamers.

Yeah he's sooo hot. and definitely the smartest guy ALIVE! I'd totally marry him. His teaching is the best ever!

I have to be honest: Mr. Lamers can be intimidating. But you will eventually realize he has a great sense of humor and he actually does care about his students. I have gotten A's on everything I've turned in to him, so if you think he grades too harshly, perhaps you should try working harder next time. He definitely expects well-crafted work.

I can't help but notice that those students who are whining about Prof. Lamers being too difficult or unfair seem to be from the lower level classes. Could it be that you guys just don't enjoy English in the first place so you're not able to see how passionate, and flat-out knowledgeable Lamers is when it comes to his subject? The guy is amazing.

Not hard but not easy. Nice guy if your not a rude person. He is helpful if you allow him to be, and can learn a lot if you try. The KEY is trying.

He's a cool teacher, he just needs 2 stop being into himself so much. He talks off topic a lot, but he fits it all into class to where u can understand everything by detail. This guy sometimes even goes down a level so that u can understand what he's about to teach. Stresses you on the fee way to much but shows hes passionate. all in all great.

Professor Lamers is great. don't misuse the word "like", don't smart off, and just be yourself. He's the kind of professor you either hate or you love. I'm kind of torn in between. He's a great professor when it comes to struggling in the class, because he'll help you out without enabling you to be weak

He is a great teacher and knows what his materials are. He might be talkative sometime and rude but that is how he teaches. He will help those that need the help as long as they are willing to learn and help themselves out. Awsome teacher

Andy is awesome. He's funny, easy to relate to, and he really knows his stuff. He makes the class interesting, and is always willing to help. I really enjoyed this class and I wish I could take him again. He definitely pushed me to be a better writer, which I loved. I highly suggest taking his class if you like English. He's ace.

Don't listen to the negative feedback on here. Professor Lamers is a great professor and I highly recommend him.

I was surprised at all the negative comments! I'm not a fan of most of the professors at BC, but Lamers was great! He made something as boring as Shakespeare interesting and understandable. If you put in the work and effort, he will help you and you can pass easily. Lectures are key! And don't be afraid to use his office hours.

I took ENGL B60 with Mr. Lamers during the summer, and discovered that taking a college English class during the summer is a challenge, specially in Mr. Lamers class. However, if you pay attention and ask questions He teaches you what you need to know and above all is a very educated Proffesor. Your Rock Mr. Lamers!!!!

Brilliant, hilarious, wants you to LEARN. If you want to put in effort and take a great course, take one with Lamers. By the end of the semester I think I had a crush on him, he's that smart/funny. It should be noted that this does not influence my appraisal of this class. Take him! Well beyond what you normally get at BC. Perfect!

Great teacher! The people who didn't like him in my class were the ones not doing their work and not trying in the class. He is very sarcastic and very smart. I learned a lot in his class and highly recommend him.

Prof; Lamers is an awesome teacher and an honest one.

Because I earned an A, insert generic praises here:__

Prof Lamers is an awesome teacher. Engl 1A is a backtracked class and very fast-paced, therefore he has to move on quickly. He's very funny and makes the class enjoyable. You have to put in a great amount of work, so if you take him, be ready for that. Oh, and get work done ahead of time, that will help you out a ton!

Mr. Lamers knows how to weed out students who don't have a drive to succeed. Very interesting person with heaps of knowledge to share. Great professor.

Prof. Lamers is not a horrible teacher at all.. The people giving negative feedback don't try in his class. He is very funny and sarcastic, If you actually try you will pass. Ask any questions for help although he is very specific when assigning things. Do work ahead of time too. I highly recommend him.

Prof. Lakers makes Shakespeare interesting. He is a no b.s. Professor who expects a lot from his students. He teaches this class like an university level course. You will learn a lot. Only "complaint" is he takes a long time to return assignments. Definitely recommend this professor.

I really enjoyed this class. Professor Lamers is funny and I learned a lot. I really thought Shakespeare would be hard to understand, but after the first play if was really easy. The assignments are tough, but not impossible. If you come to class and put in some effort you will do fine. Not an easy A.

In order to pass this class you have to show up and do the work its as simple as that. Professor Lamers made the class interesting for me I would definitely recommend taking his class.

Mr. Lamers is a great professor. Those who rate him poorly just wanted an easy A, and Lamers does not give those out.

Very objective during lecture but will wonder off topic to keep students entertained. Well spoken and very fair.

If you can get past his cocky self obsessed attitude then he's a great teacher. He knows what he wants and is very clear and helpful.

I've been at BC for almost three years, and in that time I have only come across three professors who truly care about their students - Lamers is one of them. He's not just there for a paycheck and to give you busy work. During just one of his funny, engaging lectures, I learn more about the subject and life than a whole course with any other prof.

Very no nonsense in class as it should be. Makes class time interesting though, and caring about his profession. Went to a one on one meeting with him and was pleasantly surprised at how kind he was and concerned.

A lot of people don't like his class because Lamers comes off as mean and strict. But he's actually a great teacher and cares about his job and students, but he's only there for the students who take the class seriously. Basically he's not taking anyone's bullcrap. He doesn't assign much homework and its easy to pay attention in his class.

Lamers himself is a little intimidating, but he's an amazing professor, especially for Shakespeare. Very funny, which makes most of his lectures interesting while still informative. Lots of reading, but nothing impossible. He communicates well with students. Def recommend.

he is straight to the point very cut & dry. if you go to class, pay attention, and do the work you will be just fine and receive a decent grade. if you're lazy and want an easy A, he isn't the professor for you.

He's more time consuming than hard. Either way he was an amazing professor. His class will improve your skills tremendously. I highly recommend taking his class.

Professor Lamers is a great English professor, and one that I would highly recommend to anyone that TAKES THEIR EDUCATION SERIOUSLY. He is very knowledgeable in his field and takes it seriously, as he should. Make sure you do your work and take an interest (this isn't high school anymore, kids) or you won't pass, surprise! One of my favorite prof.

Would definitely recommend for anyone looking to better their writing skills. It's a college class, of course it won't be easy. Tough grading? He gives you the grade you deserve, but gives a lot of helpful feedback and resources to improve your writing.

Professor Lamers definitely made English B1A an enjoyable class. As a student majoring in English, I appreciated having such a passionate and caring teacher.

Professor Lamers presents a clear grading criteria and is always available for questions if you have them. I always asked questions after class and did quite well on my essays. He is very transparent with you on what he wants in an essay. There was only 2 essays and 1 research paper, and overall it was not that bad.

Honestly he was very tough on grading but he does state it at the beginning. Once you get half way through the class you get all the due dates of assignments. If you love reading and writing this class is for you.

Although Professor Lamers is a tough grader, he is clear about assignment deadlines and gives great feedback. If English isn't your first language, take another class. His assignments are quick paced and you need to purchase/rent four books. Read AHEAD and stay on top of the essays and you can pass. Writing Center will be your best friend.

Made me enjoy English for once. Fun lecture informational lecture but Mr. Lamers made it very clear on what he expected

Professor Lamers can be a tough grader, but his feedback is valuable. If you stay on top of the fast-paced assignments and use resources like the Writing Center, you can succeed. unstuck study helped me prep for essays and keep up with the class workload.

Those who do not like professor Lamers were mostly the ones who procrastinated, did not do the work assigned, or would not show up to class. Professor Lamers is humorous but strict in his classroom. This class is easy as long as you do not procrastinate on deadlines like I did for a while. Overall advice, READ YOUR BOOKS AND DO YOUR PAPERS ON TIME.