Knows his stuff and is a really nice guy on top of that

He is so knowledgeable! Hot isn't really the word for him, but he is cute - charming maybe. His class is a lot of fun, but his tests can be a little ambigious.

Professor Workinger is an excellent professor! He made Anth very interesting. I liked the writing assignments(and the pre-write opt.) I learned a lot and looked at things from a different point of view. I highly recommend his class. VERY INTERESTING!

good teacher, easy class

Dr. Workinger isn't easy, but he makes his classes interesting and fun. He encourages class discussions, which help you learn. He's a great professor!

He is a very nice man, but I found the way he tought to be boring, and I never could figure out how he calculated the final grade. Also, I agree his test are tricky, and make sure you write down everything he says, even though it's not on his power point notes.

really interesting class. tests aren't hard or cumulative.

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very unique class! a little hard, but fun!

Go to class,listen to lectures and study...you'll do fine! Uses some profanity in class...so if you don't like that you may want to take someone else.

You can tell he really enjoys archaeology. Especially Latin American Archaeology. He doesn't require attendance, but the tests are pretty much straight from the lectures. The book was boring. I may have read 10 pages in it, max. I made an A. Dr. Workinger is entertaining. He's worth being up early for.

Hot in that older sister's friend kind of way. The class was interesting. Lots of film clips. Read your text and do decent papers, and you will be fine.

A good professor but extremely arrogant. some may call it devil's advocate. he doesn't think twice about humiliating anybody in class but can take it as much as he dishes it out. he has great dimples.

Dr. Workinger is a good professor. No. 1 advice: leave your cell phone at home! He gives the whole class a quiz if it goes off. Copy the notes on the powerpoint religiously. He gives a quiz on the reading about every other week. There are also a couple of papers you have to write. Take him if you don't mind working a little harder than usual.

attend class - do your reading - study for tests = good grade

Definitely knows what he is talking about. Not too bad on the eyes either ;) Tips: Read the text, copy power points, don't even think of using,texting,or not putting your phone on silent. He hates cell phones. If you can get past his arrogant attitude and sometimes unecessarily hard tests, he's a pretty good teacher.

This class is pretty easy as long as you attend all the classes and take notes from him as well as the slides. He is serious about his cell phone policy so read what he assigns for quizzes. He is funny and interesting! Take him!!

Honestly, he is one of my favorite professors this semester. He isn't really arrogant, and if he is it's in a very humorous manner. You do have to pay attention in his class, but he makes the material very interesting and it is definitely worth sitting through his class. Also, he loves it when students get involved in class discussions. Take him!

Cute teacher... great sense of humor, however, not the easiest topic to grasp. Tests are difficult to ace. Reading very important, along with attendance. Wouldn't recommend unless highly interested in Anthropology.

Good teacher. Pretty easy, As and Bs easy to get. The tests are pretty easy if you study. It's a lot of material. He's entertaining and enjoyable, but can be arrogant at times. Quizzes are hard and random. Definitely used the book!

An interesting class to begin with, but very effective teacher. Generally uses Powerpoint slides, but occasionally uses video to teach class. A couple of papers were due when I took it, but they weren't difficult. Random quizzes, so attendance is somewhat mandatory. Test weren't difficult if good notes were taken.

Dr. Workinger is one of the most fun professors at UTC. He has a great sense of humor and makes class ultra interesting.JUST don't be late!! :) He is a gift to the department.

He is so cute! He is very passionate about this subject and is full of the most interesting stories. The class is kind of long but his appearance definitely makes it more bearable.

By no means is this the cake course people think it will be. However, he provides most of your notes as a powerpoint in class, so if you copy it all down you'll have nearly all you need for the test. It helps to read the book, although it isn't required. Tests are non-cumulative and there are only 3 including the final. Fun teacher, good class.

Dr. Workinger is one of UTC's best. He has high expectations, but is willing to help. Outside readings are a must. He'll make you think outside the box on exams. He knows his stuff. He's smart. He's fun. And he's entirely adorable.

He is definitely entertaining. He's the kind of guy that can care less if you pass or not if you don't seem to care but if you're willing to do the work, he's willing to help. His tests can be a little tough but read, know about the cultures and their locations, and pay attention to the videos/take notes and you'll do fine. Def write all of slides!

i've taken 3 classes with this prof. he's amazing. take his classes, you won't regret it. this is college, you need to come to class and take good notes. he won't baby you, but he's definitely one of UTC's best. love him.

Start with a visit to his office hours early in the semester. If he knows your name, he is nicer overall and won't call you names in class. That being said, his humor is dry, and sensitive people should not take this class. Great professor, but overall, this class is work and not an easy grade. Entertaining, engaging, and knowledgeable.

I have taken him multiple times because he is a great teacher. Yea the tests are tough but he usually asks me how the test was because he wants it to be fair while making sure you earn it. He is not self-centered and it looks like a lot of people misinterpret his humor. I would just laugh if he called me a smartass because there is no ill contempt.

If you have an intro class with him, it starts off kind of rough. Slowly, he gets better though. It is tough, so read your book for sure, but he knows a lot. Do not take it if you don't want to work.

Good teacher, very cute and funny READ THE BOOK!!!! he lost one of my papers and just gave me a 100 when i brought it to his attention. Easy but you HAVE TO READ

He is a pretty good teacher but don't take the class unless your willing to work. Make sure you read all the assigned readings because they will appear on the quizzes. Also gives quizzes when a cellphone goes of in class. Can have a smart mouth at times, but overall good teacher.

Do yourself a favor and DO NOT take him for a gen ed class! He gives pop quizzes often so you must read and go to class. This is NOT an EASY A. If you slack you might be able to pass with a solid C.

Leave your cell phone OFF or you will get pop quizzes. If you go to class and pay attention, the tests are cake. He grades papers a little harshly so be sure to give yourself plenty of time to do them. Readings are not really necessary if you go to class consistently. He is snarky and sarcastic but pretty hilarious.

Easy A. One time I completely forgot to study for a test and ended up getting a 98. You do need to read though, there are some pop quizes, but they're not hard. Pretty nice guy.

Cute and has a sweet baby face! Pretty funny and a good professor. At times he did come off a little arrogant, but for the most part he was pretty nice. Two essays and three multiple choice tests. Read the book, go to class, take notes, leave your phone OFF, and you should be golden!

I thought I would not enjoy this class much. However, he actually makes the class really interesting and fun. He's a great teacher and is funny. The class was easy. You have to study for tests, but I never read the material and made high As on all the exams. There are 2 essays which are kinda annoying but not hard

So hot! A great guy and really helpful. Must study though!

Love Cultural Anthropology with him. He's cute so it's fun to go to class. He makes it really interesting and has a subtle sense of humor. Tests are multiple choice and if you go to class and skim the chapters you'll make A's. Pretty easy if you listen and take notes. Some pop quizzes but not many. Did I mention he's cute? :)

Great sense of sly humor. If you aren't laughing, you aren't paying attention. Makes the subject totally accessible. Also, he loves a good story, and relates them well.

Workinger is a fantastic professor and is very knowledgeable in everything he lectures about. His stories of past archaeological digs are very interesting and he is quite clever. However, he is a tough professor and you will have to study. Tests are pretty tough. However, he is happy to help anyone if they feel like they are not grasping the info.

He's very clear during his lectures. Just come to class, take notes and you'll get a good grade on all his tests. He has 3 tests, one paper, and a few pop quizzes. There's a lot of reading, but it's very interesting. He makes awesome jokes and he's very nerdy & witty. I would definitely take him again!

At first I was all for taking Archeology thinking it would be cool. Since the beginning of the semester I was like "woah this class is awesome" now I'm regretting my decision. His lectures are over the broadest topics and he just skips over the little stuff that you don't think matter, well then the ests are probably 90% of the small topics.

I don't see how he has bad reviews. I was very worried about taking Anthropology, I've never studied it before. He is very helpful and makes the lectures engaging and fun. He's kind of a nerd, ina good way. The test are multiple choice, very easy. You will have to read, not much though. Just study the notes which are slide shows. Would recommend.

Lectures are everything. His tests are based solely on those although reading is useful. Good lecturer, very clear. Loved the class, would take again. GO TO CLASS!

In this class you better buy the book, he gives pop quizzes and if you don't read you won't know the answers. I personally enjoyed this class, I think the subject is interesting and his personal experience stories make it easier to listen. I learned a lot in this class.

If you pay attention in class, do the reading, and study for the test you'll do fine. The class is hard, but you learn something after leaving it. Workinger is really funny and his lectures are pretty interesting. If you need anything outside of class, he's more than willing to help and very responsive. Powerpoints are on BB!

Workinger is amazing and I would definitely recommend him for any course he's offering. Very funny and knowledgeable about anthropology. He gives occasional pop quizzes on readings that are assigned through the syllabus- the readings are the only homework and are usually interesting. Do them and go to class! He's a cool guy

I took the online cultural anthropology class and it was pretty clean cut. Each week consisted of a discussion board and a quiz, both of which is based of readings and short films that he posts. Easy class and easy going teacher.

Workinger is a brilliant professor and a really gifted lecturer. His class is easily my favorite this semester, and it's thanks to how he delivers the material. If you're interested in history/culture then ANTH1400 is great. His tests can be difficult and his pop quizzes often have tough questions, but it's all mostly from his lectures in class.

Workinger is a good teacher. You can tell, when you take this class, that he knows what he is talking about. Although you do have to pay attention and read because he gives pop quizzes, he usually hints if you are going to have one. No this isn't an "easy" class, but this is college. If you came here to take easy classes then you are out of luck.

Workinger has been one of my favorite college professors so far. He's very funny and while he mainly lectures (with some movies) I found that I was never bored in his class. We did have pop quizzes but if you pay attention in class and skim the reading you'll do fine. Exams weren't impossibly hard either. I enjoyed my time in his class.

great class for an 8 am

Dr. Workinger has an attitude and swears, but it's hilarious and makes him easy to approach as a professor. He lectures every class, & be sure to write things that aren't on the slide. He doesn't give out study guides, so make sure to know something about everything. He's very knowledgeable & excited to teach and that makes his class easy and fun.

I really like the guy. Its challenging, but I took this class as a senior and it's really not that much more difficult than my upper level classes. Just be sure to listen to lectures and write down notes. The power points alone don't tell you everything. He's really funny and likes to engage with his students so just relate with him and have fun!

Workinger is a fantastic professor! Your grade will pretty much be made up with 3 Exams and 1 weekly quiz. I had his class for a Tuesday/Thursday at 9:25 and absolutely loved his class! He doesn't "take" attendance but you will want to try and go to every lecture for notes. Your grade will reflect the work you put in for his course, simple as that.

Professor Workinger is hilarious and makes class enjoyable. Dont buy the book. 2 exams and a final. If you go to class and take notes you will do just fine you just have to show up. He does do 5 question pop quizzes. Great guy

Don't get me wrong, his classes aren't easy. However, his lectures are super entertaining and engaging, as he is a wildly funny story teller. Be prepared to write down everything he says because it is all free game for the exams and he doesn't write everything down himself. He's super knowledgeable and you will learn a lot if you put in the effort.

I really enjoyed the archaeology class. Its not easy, but the lectures are interesting. His sense of humor is definitely an acquired taste. Some of the stuff he says is very out there (lots of making jokes about his wife or weight). Over all I really enjoyed the course and i'd take him again.

Dr. Workinger is a great professor with lighter courseload. The three exams and 7 quizzes are made pretty easy provided you read the assigned text. Quizzes are 5 questions long and pop quizzes, however you can usually tell when they'll be. Textbook can be found on Libgen and He is accessible and helpful in his office hours. Would take again

You have to put forth effort.

Professor Workinger is a great professor. His class is just difficult because your grade is based off of mostly quizzes and exams and 2 assignments. His lectures are very informative, but definitely need to READ the textbooks.

I've had Professor Workinger for a few classes now and I can honestly say he is the best professor I have had. He cares about the content and his students and is an amazing lecturer. All you need to do well in his courses is show up, pay attention, and take notes. Just try your best and he is happy to work with you if you are struggling. 10/10

Professor Workinger is an amazing professor, he really seems to care about the content he is teaching and despite being lecture heavy, I never once found it hard to pay attention. He expects you to pay attention and do the readings, so TAKE NOTES over everything he touches on. He does have pop quizzes but most of the time he gave in-class warnings.

He's funny, cheerful, and it's easy to succeed in his class. If you simply show up and pay attention, you will have no problem with the pop quizzes and exams. Great guy!

This is my second course with Professor Workinger. His lectures are very interactive and fun, but there are a lot of tests. The tests are pretty easy and only 5 questions. He says really whacky stuff sometimes, but really cares

Professor Workinger is a really fun teacher! He cares a lot and knows a lot about his subject. However, he has very few assignments so if you mess up on one exam it will be extremely hard to make it up. Also, a lot of the test/quiz material is from the textbook so make sure to keep up with the reading.

I love the professor, but the class itself was difficult. Workinger is hilarious and makes class super entertaining, however, there are very few grades other than 2 tests, a few pop quizzes, and an essay or two, so if you fail a test it's very difficult to get back on track. As long as you keep up with dates you should be fine.

I found his lectures to be very interesting and he is really funny. Be ready for pop quizzes he does them a lot but if you pay attention in class and do the reading you will be fine. I will say he does not give a lot of assignments so when he does I recommend doing as well as you can on it so you have some cushion in case you fail a quiz.

He has phenomenal lectures and presents the content in a way that is easy to understand. The textbook isn't vital.

Funny guy, this class was for humanity credit and I was not interested in it at all. But he makes it somewhat entertaining. I liked hearing all his stories. If i was a anthropology or archeology major I would take his classes again for sure. Attendance not taken but pop quizzes were given so you may as well show up.

Study!!!!!!

Great professor who is amazing at talking about his hobbies and passions of anthropology and archeology. Take his class

Made class story time, memorize the lecture points and reading and you'll do fine, I completed most tests in 20 mins or less and received an A. His class is truly interesting and he is PASSIONATE, amazing guy, very likable.

A good professor and nice guy, but tough grader. Attendance isn't mandatory, but there also isn't much opportunity to catch up if you fall behind. The class moves fast and it's up to you to keep up. Written tests and strict grading.

Dr. Workinger is such a funny guy. His class is really interesting, and you're able to joke around with him. However, the textbook reading is a bit much, and sometimes the questions on the pop quizzes weren't talked about in previous lectures.

his lectures are super entertaining, they made me want to get up for my 9:30 even though attendance wasn't mandatory! beware of pop quizzes and make sure to read the textbooks.

Great professor. Lectures are interesting and keep me engaged. Attendance is not mandatory but if you do not show up you miss lots of information. He posts the slides but only 10 words on a slide. Incredibly funny and will jokingly banter with students. Answers any question about or not about the material. About to take my third course with him.

Dr. Workinger is a great lecturer; he slips humor in wherever he can and keeps most of us engaged. Do beware of pop quizzes; sometimes he mentions them the class before, and sometimes not. That's where the majority of your grade comes from. For exams, study the slideshows because that's most of the test. Take good notes and you'll be fine!

Sad im finishing up my minor; I only had this one class with him and wish I could have taken more. Enjoyable and humorous lectures which are actually engaging. A tough grader but in the most reasonable way and what I would argue is the sweet spot for level of challenge. You will have to work hard for an A but it is not impossible.

I see many reviews saying this was a 'hard' class and 'do not take this class', but many students that say that most likely just did not want to put in effort and try. This is a heavy class, but he's a good professor, many students who did poorly, did not do well on their own accord. Not because he was not a good educator or it was 'his fault'.