4.6

Bruce Hinrichs

Psychology - Century College

4.6
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4.6
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Would Retake

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I took it in the summer, all that was graded was 4 60 point multiple choice tests, and up to 60 points for attendance

PSYC1020 - 5.0 rating

Grades only on tests and allows you to work more on your own time frame

PSYCH1020 - 3.0 rating
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Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

63%

Textbook Required

57%

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PSYC1020
Jun 22, 2004

Very Intellegent and intersting professor. Class is fairly easy if you study. Very fun professor who likes to joke around.

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ARTOFFILM
Sep 1, 2004

Cool guy. He's super funny, and I always am laughing away at his jokes. Art of Film is a very good class too. The only downside are the desks in the room, you simply cant get comfortable in them when watching a long film. Hes an effective teacher.

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PSYCH1020
Sep 12, 2004

He wrote the books that he requires you to buy, beware, they are non-returnable! He is super funny and keeps you interested. The lecture comes straight from the book, so it's not a big deal to miss class. Tests are all multiple choice, no papers to write

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ARTOFFILM
Mar 11, 2005

Great teacher, great class. He makes everything interesting and has a way of exposing people to various things that they might not normally even know about. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

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PSYCH1020
Apr 25, 2005

Very funny. He makes class intresting. Uses his own book

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FILMPYC
Apr 25, 2005

great teacher, very smart... Knows a ton about movies. Very intresting class

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GENERALPSYCH
Apr 26, 2005

SUPER interesting lectures. Super funny. Just SUPER! The only way you'd get a bad grade in this class is if you're a slacker! Interesting and easy, as long as you do your reading and pay attention.

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INTRO
Aug 4, 2005

interesting

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PSYCH1120
Aug 28, 2005

Intersting lectures, good jokes. The lectures are straight from the book, so missing class is fine. I looked forward to this class. (Beware: he's pretty left-wing)

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PSYCH1021
Sep 8, 2005

I LOVED HINRICHS! I'd really like to take more psych classes with him, he was totally funny. ^,^ I love it when he swears.

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GENPSYCHOLOGY
Sep 25, 2005

Hinrichs is for sure my favorite professor at Century. His lectures are NEVER boring and he's always throwing humor in with everything. I highly recomend taking one of his classes.

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GENRALPSYCHE
Grade: A
Oct 2, 2005

he is very good at lecturing, but he is a little stuck up. he thinks he knows everything and he has a very bad outlook on life. hes very weird! however, he is funny sometimes and he makes you pay attention.

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GENERALPSYCH
Oct 3, 2005

Hinrichs is seriously an awesome teacher. he's really funny and good at explaining things so you understand them well. the class is very entertaining. he really makes it a good experience.

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PSYCHOLOGYART
Oct 20, 2005

the best ****ing teacher at century!! do i need to say more?

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GENPSYCH
Oct 30, 2005

He's a brilliant man. Its a lecture class, but it wasn't boring at all. He's very entertaining and upbeat. He keeps it real with the students. Hes a very odd man but it seems like people who are darn near genius dance to the beat of a different drummer. You can tell that hes very knowledgable of the material hes teaching. Hands down a great teacher

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PSYCGENERAL
Nov 8, 2005

I LOVE THIS PROFESSOR! He is super awesome and is very knowledgable. He loves what he teaches and loves teaching his students. Super down to earth and doesn't have an aire of superiority. Love this guy!!

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PSYCHOLOGY
Nov 23, 2005

GREAT TEACHER!!! If you want to learn and have fun at the same time he's the teacher you should be in class with.. You could tell he loves his job,and hes great at it!!

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GENPSYC
Dec 14, 2005

His class was somewhat challenging, but he made the material fun and easy to learn.

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PSYCH101
Dec 18, 2005

WOW--this guy is amazing and knows his material...obviously since he writes all his books! I am almost done with school at Mankato now...and to this day I have NEVER had a professor even come close to him....he is simply AMAZING!!!!

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GENPSYCH
Jan 12, 2006

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PSYCH1020
May 3, 2006

Hinrichs was a great teacher! He knew the material and had a great way of presenting it! I would suggest taking this class if you have a sense of humor!

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PSYC
Jul 20, 2006

I thought Bruce was a great teacher, I had him for a summer psyc. class and I really enjoyed his style. He was very helpful and went out of his way to make things clear. He also really knew what he was talking about so it made it easy to follow. If you need general psychology I suggest taking his class.

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PSYC1020
Aug 3, 2006

Bruce is great!! He is so fun to listen to in his lectures. Very funny, tells lots of stories to help you understand a concept. Really values what people say in the classroom. I REALLY enjoyed this class and learned a ton. Plus, he wrote his own book, so its just as interesting and funny as his lectures!

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GENPSYCH
Aug 3, 2006

Great guy, great class... lots of info but he breaks it down really well and is really understanding with moving tests due to not getting to material in lecture or the majority of people not understanding

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PSYCH1020
Feb 15, 2007

He may be the best teacher I'll ever have... I really looked forward going to class! (Even though he didn't make attendance mandatory.) He is very open with the class and funny. It was very easy to stay awake in his class. He explains everything so wonderfully, and his books are not only easy to read, they are in his own words. He's awesome!

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PSYC1020
Apr 14, 2007

AWESOME TEACHER!Explains everything,interesting stories,easy tests as long as you go to lecture,tests are straight forward,funny lectures,no final just a last test ^_^,makes everything interesting!Take his classes!

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PSYCH1020
May 20, 2007

Hinrichs is an awesome teacher! if your a girl, you will probably get hit on...especially if you are young. he is an awesome teacher though and explains things well along with stories and anecdotes which make the class fun! also, i barely used the book...just go online and you'll get it. study hard for the test and you'll do great!

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GENERPSYC
May 24, 2007

Awesome teacher! Very funny and helpful lectures. He wrote the textbook for the class, so its very easy to match the readings up with lectures. Tests are extremely easy. You will learn a lot in his class.

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PSYC1020
Jul 13, 2007

One word: LIBERAL

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PSYC1020
Aug 30, 2007

Good teacher- extrememly hard tests so STUDY HARD! I took the online class. It was an easy A if you were willing to put time and effort in.

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PSYCH1021
Sep 18, 2007

Hinrichs is a laid back teacher. What should be noted immediately though is that first, his ideas on government are very extreme, so if you are sensitive to either party being ripped on, it may be wise to not choose this teacher. His view on life and other matters is unique, making him an interesting character to learn from.

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PSYC1020
Sep 19, 2007

Bruce rocks people. TAKE THIS CLASS. You will become a better person for it. His polical views are very liberal, but it is good to hear from someone that is very educated talk about his or her polical views. I don't agree with everything that he said, but it sure made me think. Great Great class and teacher

5.0
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PSYC1020
Dec 11, 2007

Great teacher! Funny, but very liberal. Goes by the text, since he wrote the assigned texts. Very helpful as well, and is very clear in his lectures.

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PSYC1020
Jun 26, 2008

Best Professor Ever!! Uses textbooks written by himself and is very easy to follow during lecture. He engages the class and has a great way of creating communication between students. Tests are pretty hard so studying is a must. Not sure why but I took this online and on campus and loved both. I wish he taught more classes.

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PSYC1020
Jul 29, 2008

Best teacher ever! Very liberal and he'll definitely change what you've learned in life thus far.

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PSYC1020
Nov 19, 2008

best advice dont take him online too much work for one semester....wish i had someone to tell me this

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PSYCH1020
Dec 2, 2008

AWESOME TEACHER! he engages the class and lecture goes by extremely FAST! he writes his own books so the lecture is very similar. Tests are all multiple choice, so if u pay attention in class, and go over the study guides at the end of the chapters you will get a good grade. He is honeslty the best teacher i have ever had YOU SHOULD TAKE HIM

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PSYC1020
Mar 25, 2009

An Auosome Teacher.... funny...just be carefull when you leave him voicemail...make sure your phone is all the way turn off... He is one of the best teacher ever...Lecture are clear test are easy...

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PSYCH1020
May 26, 2009

Do yourself a favor and take this course among your first. You will learn things in this course which will help you succeed in other courses. Professor Hinrichs is an extremely knowledgeable, articulate, passionate and fair educator. Lectures are informative and interesting. I highly recommend this course and this professor.

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PSYC1020
May 30, 2009

awesome class! best teacher i have ever had. he makes class fun and interesting. i now want to go into psychology because of this class and him!

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PSYC1020
Jul 14, 2009

Mr. Hinrich has experienced n traveled many places. His stories r real life experiences. He's very understanding n easy going,making the class more interesting. He's passinate about his work and what he teaches.This class is a life changing experience itself.Take it with this teacher,he'll also make u realize life psychology.Thank u Mr. Hinrich

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PSYC1020
Aug 26, 2009

He was GREAT!!!! his lectures were interesting, everything followed the book completely!!! everyone should take his class. downside... it's the only class that he teaches

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PSYCH1020
Sep 15, 2009

Bruce uses his own texts, which seem a bit outdated, and full of photos of Bruce himself. Easy class, interesting subject, funny teacher, a bit raunchy at times and somewhat narcissistic, but if you can get past those characteristics, he's a good professor. Don't be afraid to correct him if he's wrong with his information. He takes it in stride.

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PSCH01
Oct 28, 2009

Bruce is a very good teacher if not the Best. He does his best to answer any questions you have. His tests are challenging but if you study and take notes it is easy to get a A,B on every test. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND TAKING THIS CLASS IT IS AWESOME!!!

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PSYCH1020
Nov 18, 2009

I took his Intro to Psych class and loved it! He made class so interesting and I learned so much from him. I just wish he taught more Psych classes.

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PSHYC1021
Nov 23, 2009

VERY EASY CLASS! as long as you come to class. his lectures are straight out the book. You dont really need the textbook. His test are easy as long as you study.

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PSYC1020
Nov 27, 2009

He is cool as hell!Had him for film at the same time,and recommend that anyone who's a free thinker do the same.All his tests were mult choice in both classes,and he actually made the finals EASY!All you have to do is read n watch films to do well.These classes were easy, interesting and fun.He treats students like friends:this dude abides!

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PSY1020
Dec 3, 2009

The best teacher I ever had. He is so cool and uses his own book that he authored. Extreamly funny professor and PHD in this field so do Music and other staff. I'll take another class from him.

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PSYC1020
Dec 9, 2009

I am a new refugee student. I mean my English is milited. I think he is an out going instructor. He is helpful, but his test alittle hard. However, I recomand you to take his classe. It is cool and fun. I recomand

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PSYCH1021
Dec 17, 2009

Very good teacher! Down to earth. Very funny. His lec is out of his book he wrote. So whatever he teach is exactly out of the required text. Very helpful/understanding if you go talk/email to him. No homework but just 4 exams. You'll do fine if you take the time to study a day or 2 ahead. Comes down to your level and makes class well worth going to

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PSYC1020
Dec 28, 2009

He's Awesome great lectures and very interesting LOVED his class.

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PSYCH1020
Apr 15, 2010

Great teacher! Highly recommended!

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PSYPSY
May 5, 2010

Great teacher I took him during the last election campaign for Pres. He did express forcefully his political views in the classroom I did hear many students after class say they would vote the other way just because. Great teacher needs to focus on what he is teaching!!

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PSYCH1020
May 7, 2010

I took his Gen Psych class in the spring of 09. I was turned off by the fact that the book he authored was the required text at first, however as time went on it actually was a great book in my opinion. He was open minded and quick to respond to any issues. I took this class online and had no problems.

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PYSC1020
May 11, 2010

I took him online. def a lot of reading and fair grader. i thought he was super nice and helpful. i'd always get quick responses same day or next. I heard his lectures are better in class. read the materials to understand it, it will make testing a lot easier. some questions are tricky, make sure you read & take notes, it will help.

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PSYCH1020
May 13, 2010

Overall, Bruce is an EXCELLENT professor!! His lectures are incredibly interesting, and his tests are straightforward/easy (if you study). Attendance is required. He is a bright, nice, funny guy. Oh man, I love his lectures. They're never dull!

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PSYC1020
May 14, 2010

I loved Bruce. He's funny and lecture was never really boring. Your whole grade is on 4 test scores and participation. No outside homework! Easy if you study for the tests and show up to class.

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PSYC1020
Jun 1, 2010

Interesting lectures. He takes attendence. Make sure you do the reading for his classes to get ready for the tests. Overall easy if you do your work.

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PSYCH1020
Jun 17, 2010

this is a great class to take becuase the knowledge is so practical. This is a great teacher to have because he makes everythign so easy. In the summer, for in-class you def should read chapters from "Sci of Psych" and do the multiple choice quizzes at the end of each chapter. i got an A! Also, don't bother buying "Mind as Mosaic."

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PSY1020
Jul 1, 2010

AWESOME TEACHER, CANT HELP BUT LOVE HIM. GREAT AT TEACHING, CRACKS THE HELL OUT OF YOU, WROTE HIS OWN BOOKS SO HE DEFINATLY KNOWS WHAT HE IS TEACHING,IM SOO FREAKEN GLAD I HAD HIM AS A TEACHER. LUV LUV LUV THIS GUYS CLASS AND HIS TEACHING AND THEN AT THE END OF HIS CLASS WE ALL WENT OUT FOR DINNER.LOL THAT WAS FUN ;)

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PSYCH1020
Jul 6, 2010

Easily the best professor I've had at Century. If you are taking psych take him Bruce. One of the few classes I actually wanted to attend on a daily basis.

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PSYC1020
Aug 2, 2010

Great textbook, wish more were this well written. You have to do a lot of reading and studying. I did is shorter summer class but it was very informative. Tests can knock you around if you don't know your material. I never got to meet him face to face but every person I talk to seems to like his style.

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PYCH1100
Aug 23, 2010

I took Bruce for a summer class. If you read the book you will do fine. He is funny, very approachable and loves his job. Highly recommend him.His classes fill up quick so register early.

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PSYCH1021
Dec 16, 2010

Very interesting!

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PSYCH1020
Dec 19, 2010

Bruce is amazing. I learned a lot in this course. He made very difficult subject matter very clear, and he will go out of his way to explain things. Very understanding, replies immediately. If you do your assignments, read, and study you will get an A. I wish he taught more courses.

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PSY1020
Dec 22, 2010

Great Teacher and Easy to understand even being online.Very Helpful and I would take any of his class again. Do Not Miss The Chance To Take His Class!!!

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PSYCH1020
Dec 29, 2010

Bruce is a great guy and class is very interesting. However, I didn't care for his language. He curses all the time, which to me, is totally unprofessional. Overall, I'd take him again though because his class is easy. I never read the book, just studied practice tests at the end of the chapters.

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PSYCH1020
Dec 29, 2010

I love Bruce! He is an excellent teacher. I've taken psychology twice in my life and by far, no one teaches it better than he does. His textbooks are so cool because he wrote them. It's almost as though he is talking to you :) I have learned so much in this course, and I'm 100% positive that you will love him as much as I did.

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PSYCH1020
Dec 31, 2010

I took the class online, so have no idea how 'fun' he is. He does, however, respond to emails and Discussion Board questions very quickly. I thought I would like Into to Psych. It was just 'OK'. His book is OK; jammed packed with info, so be ready to read every page, do the study guides and sample tests then READ test ???s carefully-some are tricky

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PSYC1020
Mar 22, 2011

He make in class super fun. Even though he cussed sometime but I find it to be very funny.Just study the notes and the review in the back of the text book and you will get an A. I recommend him to anybody..

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PSYC1020
Apr 2, 2011

If you need/want to take ANY psychology class(es), take Bruce's. He is the funnest and most informative professor you'll EVER have... BAR NONE! He wrote his own textbooks; they're really easy to read and very very interesting. Tests are easy if you READ the book(s), go to lecture and lab, and ask questions! He'll make you want to change your Major!

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PSYC1021
May 10, 2011

Only 5 tests, thats it. Easy to read textbooks written by Bruce! GREAT teacher

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PSYCH1020
May 11, 2011

Great teacher, really funny. Easy class. He takes attendance daily. Read the book and recaps and you'll do fine. BEWARE OF THE BOOK YOU GET!! At the end of the semester, ONE page was loose otherwise was good as new, and I couldnt return it. He tells them to not accept returned books with loose pages or bends- because he writes them and wants money.

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PSY1020
May 16, 2011

Class was Ok. The test were all book based I could have done better but I have a full time job and I'm a full time student! Overall he;s a great professor!

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PSYCH101
Jun 6, 2011

Great Teacher! Bruce shares great information, tells funny jokes to keep class engaged, wrote the textbooks for class, easy to get a hold of for help, and uses different teaching techniques.

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PSYCPSYC
Jul 31, 2011

He is a grinch for sure, the text books you use are written by him, and are physically low quality. Then, unless the book is in perfect condition, which it won't be. The book store will not buy your book back due to the instructors instructions not to buy the books back if they are damaged in anyway. Buy the book off ebay or craigslist if you must

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PSYC1020
Oct 31, 2011

AWESOME teacher! Fun lectures, everyday. Takes attendance daily. Exams are easy if you READ assigned chapters AND pay attention in class. And you wont have trouble doing that. Its a very enjoyable class, and hes the best teacher i've had so far. I highly recommend this teacher, and class.

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PSYCH1020
Nov 27, 2011

Bruce Hinrichs was a great teacher! Explains everything well and gives examples to help you understand it more. Very funny and keeps you interested in the material! =)

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PSYCH1020
Dec 4, 2011

Amazing guy and is very helpful! I took the online version and he was very helpful and very clear on assignments. He does whatever he can to help his students learn. The online class consisted of reading chapters, doing assignments (that you DO NOT turn in) and five tests. I'd definitely take him for psych if I were you.

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PSYCH1020
Dec 6, 2011

Cool guy, knows what he's talking about and makes lectures fun and interesting. Its not an easy A, but definatley you learn alot and is worth taking!

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PHYS1020
Jan 9, 2012

Bruce is a super cool very funny professor. He has a zaney wit that makes you laugh and stay engaged in the course material. Very knowledgeable professor and I would rate his class a must take class for Psychology.

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PSYCH1020
Jan 9, 2012

Bruce is a a very cool professor. He has a zaney wit that will keep you engaged in the class material and lecture. I would definitely recommend his class to anyone.

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PSY1020
Jan 9, 2012

Very hard class. gotta work very hard to get a decent grade. couldn't really understand the materials with his teaching style. his online exams were EXTREMELY hard! Beware if considering this course with him!!

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PSY1020
Mar 7, 2012

Class materials was hard, but he make it easy. I enjoy attending the class because he is an extremely funny man. He make class enjoyable.. No homework, only exams which I like.. definitely recommended

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PSYC1
Mar 12, 2012

Loved Bruce!! He was such a great teacher and I always enjoyed going to class. He wrote his own text books so it's really helpful with lecture! Highly recommend!

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PSYCH1020
Apr 23, 2012

Amazing teacher. Really agreeable and extremely relate-able. If you pay attention to the lecture and write down the slide information, this class is easy and interesting. All I did was skim the book before tests and got an A on each one. TAKE HIS CLASSES.

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PSYC1020
May 1, 2012

LOVED HIM!!!!!!!!! I cant stress how AWESOME the man is. He is HILARIOUS!! his General Psych class was so much fun and interesting , there is no way you could get bored during his lectures. TAKE HIM!!!

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SWSSWS
May 11, 2012

A fine teacher, nothing to great or too bad about him. You really can't go wrong when taking his class.

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PYCH1020
May 16, 2012

Bruce is SO AWESOME! I looked forward to going to this class! this man is hilarious! he makes things so easy to undertsand and everything on the exams are found in the slides in class and the recaps in the book.

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PSYC1020
May 23, 2012

Bruce is nice and very funny. His class was fun and learning the material was easy. He writes his own text books, so reading the book is actually fun and you learn a lot. I loved his class!

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PSYC1020
May 29, 2012

He's funny and knowledgeable. He wrote the books that you'll use in his class. The only grades in the class are tests and attendance. The tests can be hard because of the amount of material covered. It's a fairly easy class, however. Ask him to autograph your books! How often is the author of your college textbook your professor?

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PSYCH1020
Jul 4, 2012

Enjoyed this class and his sense of humor. His books are kind of dry reading, but very helpful, Got tripped up on hte final exam as I didn't take notes in the small group lectures he presented, otherwise I did very well on his tests. Would definitely take another class taught by him and recommend him as a great teacher to learn psychology with.

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PSYC1020
Nov 13, 2012

Great teacher! He is really into Psychology. Loves what he does. If you have any questions he is happy to answer. Makes the class fun to learn and is very thorough. Highly recommend him! :)

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PSY1061
Dec 22, 2012

Probably the most interesting professor at Century.

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PSYC1020
Jan 23, 2013

Loved his lectures! Never missed one lecture because he made them interesting, funny guy. Exams are based on lecture only! Go to class!!! Take good notes and study study study!

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PSYCH1020
Feb 11, 2013

He was highly recommended, but very disappointed. Was not willing to review for tests and No way to do any extra credits. Don't take him. Very bizarre and really out to lunch. Does not listen to his students needs! Don't take him.....I hope you are getting the picture.....Doesn't help his students review for tests. Awful

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PSYC1020
Jun 5, 2013

Mr. Hinrichs Was a very helpful teacher for online class. He was easy to get in contact with if you have any questions about the material there was a lot of material that we had to read and prepare for test. I was a student that was Struggling in the class but he Help me out so I could be successful. I would recommend this teacher to other students

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PSYC1020
Oct 28, 2013

A great teacher! I look forward to every class. He makes jokes with us students, and the tests are very straight forward. Almost all the answers for the tests are both in his lectures or a book, so quite easy.

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GENERALPSYCH
Nov 23, 2013

Easy class if you attend lectures, take ALL notes, and study for tests. Very interesting class with funny professor. You will never be bored. I have yet to read either books, I just take notes and study and get all A's. Tests come directly from lectures. Although, there is a lot of information to take in. He doesn't help to review or give extracted

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PSYC1020
Grade: B
Jan 15, 2014

Bruce is very nice, and a great lecturer. The class overall was very boring, he lectured you took notes. There was not a lot of exchange between him and the class, there is no homework, just tests and attendance points. If you attend lectures and take decent notes you will have no problem. I didn't read the book at all, got a B.

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PSYC1020
Grade: C+
Mar 19, 2014

WOW, is all I can say. He is an Awesome teacher. Truely is there to teach and is there for us to succeed. Go to all lectures..for 1 your paying for them and he is very funny and engaging! 4 STARS!!

5.0
1.0
PSYC1020
May 14, 2014

Bruce is an awesome instructor!!!! I love to go to his class. He is very funny and makes the lecture interesting. You actually can really learn the materials and have fun in his class! I definitely would recommend his class to everyone!

5.0
4.0
BIOL1020
Grade: B
Jun 21, 2014

One of the greatest teachers on earth! He Loves what he does and bends over backwards to help students. If you want a great experience and teacher pick him.

5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2014

Great professor!His textbook is very informative! It is also easy to understand and it keep it right to the point of Psychology. Awesome class too!I highly recommend Bruce to any students who are interested in taking an Introductory to Psychology course. tHIS COURSE IS CHALLENGING, BUT WORTH YOUR MONEYY! DO YOUR READING & YOU WILL DO WELL!GOODLUCK

5.0
2.0
1020
Grade: B
Jul 2, 2014

I highly recommend Bruce's psych 1020 class!!! I took him summer term and he was amazing. His book is straight forward and his lectures are great. His test are not hard if you read the book and come to lectures! Take him please you will not regret it your money spent :)

5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A
Aug 16, 2014

AMAZING teacher. I took it in the summer, all that was graded was 4 60 point multiple choice tests, and up to 60 points for attendance. i used the two required books a lot and the class required a lot of studying but it was doable for sure! great teacher. highly recommend.

4.0
4.0
PSYCHOLOGY
Sep 29, 2014

Bruce is a fantastic teacher. If you take notes you are bound to pass. His lectures are long but very interesting if you pay attention. His sense of humor is pretty great. All around a great teacher, I recommend.

5.0
1.0
PSYC1020
Oct 7, 2014

Great class!

4.0
2.0
1020
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2014

At first I didn't care for him but by the end of the semester he turned out to be ok. The tests are hard but if you put in the effort you can get a good grade. Grades are only based on tests and he makes you buy books that he's written.

5.0
2.0
GENERALPSYCH
Dec 8, 2014

Amazing teacher!!!!!!! Test are not hard, Review your notes, book and simple test questions on the back of each chapter. It will help a lot!

3.0
4.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B-
Dec 15, 2014

45 of your grade is based off of your tests so STUDY STUDY STUDY!

5.0
3.0
1020
Dec 15, 2014

Bruce is a awesome teacher! Definitely take his class! He loves what he does, is very approachable, and is a funny guy. Lectures are mostly interesting and exams aren't that difficult if you attend lectures read a little bit and use the practice exam on d2l. Wish he taught developmental psychology though.

4.0
4.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Mar 25, 2015

It was an interesting class, but the tests were very hard. I didn't like that a couple of the books we read were written by him, it seemed like it was a bias point of view towards psychology. I was looking forward to taking the class, but it was a lot of work and A LOT of reading!

4.0
3.0
PSYC1020
May 12, 2015

Bruce is an awesome teacher, his lectures can be boring, but he makes it interesting. Attendance and taking notes are a must if you a good grade in his class. Depending on your style of learning, you don't really need the books unless you want it. If you don't want to buy 2 books, I would suggest getting the big book, and ditching the small one.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: A
Jun 26, 2015

Such an amazing professor. He is very helpful and wants you to pass.

5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A
Jun 30, 2015

What a fantastic teacher. I took PSYC 1020 this past summer. Bruce's lectures are interesting, and he is a fun guy to learn from and interact with. As long as you do the reading (you can get away with not reading the small book) and take good notes during lectures you shouldn't have a problem getting an A in this class!

5.0
2.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: A
Oct 13, 2015

You could tell Bruce was insanely passionate about his job! He is wonderful professor, as long as you are in class everyday and take good notes there isn't any reason you cannot get an A! Highly recommend.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: A
Nov 1, 2015

Bruce is the best professor I've had. Genuinely interested in the class and is very funny. Very easy to learn from him!

5.0
3.0
PSHYC1020
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 18, 2015

Bruce is one of the best professors i've ever had! He makes class very interesting with his way of teaching and sense of humour. He is also willing to help you out whenever you need help. Overall, i would highly recommend him for psychology class!!!

5.0
3.0
PSHYC1021
Grade: A-
Mar 16, 2016

Bruce was an amazing professor. He lectures everyday and gives tests throughout the semester. As long as you write notes and try to follow along with the book, the tests are pretty straight forward. He is probably the best professor i have ever had.

3.0
2.0
PSYCH1020
Mar 29, 2016

Grades only on tests and allows you to work more on your own time frame.

4.0
3.0
PHYS1020
Grade: C
Oct 17, 2016
Would take again

In class, he lectures on the slides which you can get it from D2L. Study from the slides. Notes are the slides. Pre-test on D2L is helpful. Tests/Exam are straight forward. Very smart instructor. Watch a few videos in class. Sign your name on the paper to know you are there that day.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHYS1020
Grade: A
Oct 21, 2016
Would take again

He is amazing. Took him in the spring of 2016 semester. Remember everything he says in class and take good notes. Make sure you dont miss class because that goes to your grade as well. he is very smart and knows everything! amazing. i wish he taught other psych classes too just so i can take him again! He is very nice and approachable.

Respected
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Jan 4, 2017
Would take again

Funniest professor at Century. No way you'll fall asleep in that class.

Hilarious
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
PHYS1020
Grade: A
Feb 20, 2017
Would take again

My favorite teacher I have ever had! He is hilarious and makes lecture very fun and interesting. There is no homework in this class, just reading, which to be honest I didn't really do the reading, just took notes from his power points and I received an A in this class. Attendance counts, so be sure to go to class!

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY1020
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2017
Would take again

Highly respected teacher, who has written his own textbooks and are used in a few colleges. He lectures straight from the book he wrote. He has good solid consistency with information and should always be considered first for this class.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
PSYC1020
Jun 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Summer Online Class 1) Grade is fully based on how well you did on the online test (ONLY 4 EXAMS). 2) No extra credit to cover your score on exams. 3) There is barely any time to study for other classes since the content is a lot and very hard (very interesting tho!) and even fast-paced. 4) Online exam is 60 questions each, 60 minutes limit.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PHYS1020
Grade: B
Jul 30, 2017
Would take again

Bruce is an amazing professor. If you go to class you will want to keep going and not want to skip. He explains things so well that it's easy and fun to understand. I was dreading this class because it was a summer, fast-paced class. After the first class, I was excited to go again. But you have to listen and take notes! Wonderful class!

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHYS1020
Grade: A
Aug 5, 2017
Would take again

Best professor EVER. He is funny and makes lecture enjoyable. I would take his class over and over if I could! Study your lecture notes and you will do fine on the test. He actually let me retake a test since I didn't do well on it. He genuinely cares about his students.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSYC1020
Oct 16, 2017
Would take again

Bruce was one of my favorite professors! I would recommend him to anyone that asks. He gave us practice test online and in the book. If you read and take the practice tests you will definitely pass the class. Very funny guy and he's very easy to talk to and ask questions.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A+
Oct 26, 2017
Would take again

Bruce is honestly is the best professor I've ever had. I wish he taught all my other required courses because he really cares about his students and wants them to do well. The way he teaches is easy to understand. Only 4 exams, no hw. He wrote the textbooks you use, study guide online and in the book. Memorize both and you'll pass! Take his class!

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY1020
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

Bruce is a good teacher everything he talks about is online so you dont have to show up for class but it is a good idea so you can get your attendance points at the end of the semester. he is funny and pretty chill. also the small red book that is required you dont really need it but you for sure need the big book cause , everything is in there.

Respected
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PHYS1020
Jan 1, 2018
Would take again

Take him for any psychology classes! Lectures every class day. lab/small group. He uses slides so take notes. He has a sense of humor which makes him funny. His class was really enjoyable. 4 tests; 60 multiple choice questions. Make sure to READ the chapters and STUDY the multiple choice questions in the book at the end of each chapter. EASY CLASS!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
5.0
PSYC1020
Jan 7, 2018
Would take again

This was a online class be ready to read he is fair and very caring I would take this again

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2018
Would take again

I took this class online, and there was only 5 tests throughout the semester. That is all he grades on, which can be daunting, but it turned out to be an easy A if you do the required reading and take adequate notes. Bruce was very helpful with any questions and speedy in his response time.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Tests? Not many
4.0
3.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

Bruce was a great professor, super funny and made class fun. He also provides great practice tests to study for the real one, which for me, was super helpful. Would definitely take his clas again!

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A
Jan 12, 2018
Would take again

Interesting and engaging lectures. Easy tests to study for.

Tests? Not many
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
4.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Feb 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Tests are crazy, do your reading. Long chapters. No essays. Just tests each week. Understand your material. Tests are 60 questions in 60 minutes. I recommend taking test with help from another.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
1.0
PHYS1020
Grade: B
Mar 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This guy is very boring.

5.0
3.0
PHYS1020
Grade: A
Mar 9, 2018
Would take again

The test are not crazy .. the material on the tests are literally on the practice tests with the addition of using quizlet for the terms. Obviously reading the big book as well, memorize the terms for a month and you will pass your tests. Maybe some of you should stop talking in class.. *cough 11:00am lecture*

Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PSYC1
Grade: A-
Apr 17, 2018
Would take again

He grades on tests and attendance only and he doesn't technically have a final. He is so nice, and caring. He's hilarious to listen to and his lectures are almost always interesting!

Respected
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
PSYC1020
Apr 30, 2018
Would take again

This teacher is really funny and explains things so well.

Inspirational
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: A+
May 11, 2018
Would take again

Bruce is The BEST! lots of reading, lots of reading!! only 4 exams and they and the final is not cumulative. Really awesome lectures, interesting and passionate lectures, wrote the book you read from. TAKE THIS CLASS

Respected
Get ready to read
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSY1020
Grade: B+
May 12, 2018
Would take again

I took Bruce's online psych class and it was great. All he requires in his online class is do the readings and take the 5 tests, nothing else. His tests were pretty easy and he even extended the online due dates for those who couldn't get the tests done in time. He's an overall great guy and makes even his online class interesting.

Respected
Inspirational
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
PSY1020
Grade: B
Jul 8, 2018
Would take again

Took this course in the summer of 2018, Bruce was an excellent professor. All you have to do is show up to class because attendance does matter. All of his notes will be the information that he lectures in class. The book is a must to understand some terms, but I would recommend taking Bruce's personal notes rather than notes on D2L.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC1020
Oct 17, 2018
Would take again

I loved having Hinrichs! You'll have a ton of fun in his classes.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PHYS1020
Grade: B+
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

Best teacher ever. As long as you listen close and study the book its a guaranteed A. He makes class fun because he makes a lot of jokes and is super interactive in his lectures! He found ways to make class engaging and I truly loved that. If your going to take general psychology please take him! You won't be disappointed!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

Bruce is a great instructor. He is the author of both textbooks we used which are both written very well (not boring) He grades solely on the 5 tests he gives, which are also the only material that is to be turned in. there are no papers/essays. He is very accessible through email and cares about his students learning and passing the course.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
4.0
PSY1061
Grade: A
Dec 26, 2018
Would take again

Funny guy who makes class entertaining. Its a tough class and he tests frequently. Not reading the book and doing the practice tests will result in failure.

Respected
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYS1020
Grade: A+
Jan 3, 2019
Would take again

Bruce is the best professor I have ever had. He is funny, smart, and really laid back. If you want to pass this class, all you have to do is show up for the lectures and read the power points. He has two books that are mandatory, but you only really need the big one as a reference to better understand something. He goes over everything in lectures

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
PSYCH101
Grade: A+
Mar 13, 2019
Would take again

The big textbook is a must. I really enjoyed it. Every day I was never bored. He told lots of stories. He wrote the textbooks so if you're not understanding something from lecture, you can read the textbook and it's like sitting in lecture. Small group is a must cause you get to ask questions. 10/10 recommend his class

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Mar 18, 2019
Would take again

AMAZING PROFESSOR. I hear nothing but horror stories about the difficulty of psychology, but his online course was amazingly simple. Read the textbook (that he wrote), and take the 5 tests. Take notes and you will be fine. I am a lazy student but his book is great and I actually learned a lot. READ, TAKE NOTES, YOULL PASS.

Respected
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
BIOL1020
Grade: B+
Apr 22, 2019
Would take again

Bruce is a awesome teacher he is very intense with his teaching but in a good way to where he makes sure you understand what he is talking about and if you don't get he makes sure you understand before class is over with.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
PHYS1020
May 14, 2019
Would take again

Bruce was an amazing professor. Lectures were fun and simple. Tests were multiple choice. I personally didn't use the textbook much as I found his lectures were pretty much out of the textbook put in power point, however the practice tests that are included in the textbook was very helpful.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Jul 15, 2019
Would take again

This a very straight forward class. There were 5 units & u r given about 3-4 weeks to study, which is done by looking through his slide shows, reading assigned pages of HIS books, "doing an activity" & watching the videos he assigns. Make sure to plan bc u will not be able to do in 1 day. At the end of each unit, u take a timed test. NO PAPERS!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A+
Aug 26, 2019
Would take again

Take Bruce if you have the opportunity! He was by far my favorite teacher that I have ever had, and he makes class fun! I actually looked forward to going because he is hilarious and has amazing lectures and stories. He wrote the textbook, which makes it a pretty easy read. Just show up to class, take good notes, and study off of the study guide!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
PSYC1020
Oct 16, 2019
Would take again

5 exams, no homework assignments. You have about 3 weeks to review each unit and take the exam. Make sure you read the required material and do the assignments at the end of each chapter. He also provides a practice exam for each unit with the answer key which is really helpful. Open book exams but limited time so you won't pass if you don't study!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
PSYC1021
Grade: B
Oct 17, 2019
Would take again

Bruce was a great professor, if you go to class and read your text book you should at least get a B at the lowest.

Test heavy
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
PHYS1020
Dec 20, 2019
Would take again

Not only was Bruces class very well structured and put together, but he has a heart of gold! My son was admitted to the picu at childrens which caused me to miss tests and fall behind. He let me make up my tests and made a thorough plan for me in order to pass his class with a C or better! His class was great & I highly recommend it!!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
PHYS1020
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2020
Would take again

Honestly, a really good and genuine teacher. Trust me when I say this cause I'm hard when it comes to rating professors. There's no homework and only 4 tests. thats it and no final. You only need to know the basic stuff from his powerpoint. The tests are so easy if you study. The lectures are interesting because his stories are really capivating.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSHYC1020
Apr 29, 2020
Would take again

Nice professor.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: Rather not say
May 15, 2020
Would take again

Read the books, STUDY, and you'll pass! Awesome PROFESSOR! If he had another class, I would take him again! Super understanding and relates much to society and everyone of us who comes from different walks of life- hence why he's a Psychology Professor! Read each units, take each exams for the units, definitely worth your $ for taking his class! <3

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSYC1020
Grade: C
May 19, 2020
Would take again

Great and caring professor.

Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A
Jul 6, 2020
Would take again

If you like Dad jokes, you are in for a treat. Great lectures, not even majoring in Psyc, but Bruce almost made me want to. Very interesting stuff. Science and Fact based curriculum. Super cool dude, let me retake a test to get an A. Real Genuine guy. Course is fairly difficult if you don't watch lectures and take notes. Definitely take notes.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
PSHYC1021
Grade: A
Jul 7, 2020
Would take again

Bruce was a great professor, I took him for intro to Psych online in the summer. He was very communicative and responsive to myself and my peers. The readings can be long but he creates power point lectures with voice too that were incredibly helpful! Put in your time and you'll get a good grade. Very nice professor I would take him again!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSYCH0145
Grade: A
Sep 21, 2020
Would take again

I took Professor Hinrichs in 1994 when it was "Lakewood" Community College. I vividly recall him, his lectures and his passion. Of my many, subsequent lectures at University I recall: Next to nothing. I would take his class regardless of your intended major, the work load and whatever grade you may get. It's truly education.

Accessible outside class
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2020
Would take again

Greatest. Textbook. Ever. The class was two textbooks (one optional) and some optional power point lectures. He wrote his own textbook, I rented but it's so good I might buy it. He grades based off of five tests. They're easy if you study. He is also very flexible with due dates. He is dripping with passion & care for his students, fantastic prof!

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

Professor Hinrichs' psychology class was super easy! There are only 5 tests you have to take for that class, no homework. However, this class is very textbook heavy! So be ready to read a huge textbook. He's super caring and generous, he even gives you extra time after the test due date to finish the test up until the end of the semester!

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2020
Would take again

Super easy class. The textbook work is the hardest part, and you need to take good notes to do well on the tests. As long as you are a decent note taker you'll be good. Open note tests, but you only get 70 minutes for 60 Q's, so you need to be organized. I never once touched the Mind as Mosaic textbook and got As on all the tests, not worth buying.

Respected
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
PSY1020
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2020
Would take again

Bruce was super chill. Has 5 tests which are the only grades in the class. I made quizlets based off of the practice tests and did just fine. His lectures are powerpoints with his voice in them which was helpful but sometimes they got long. He is super flexible about when you take tests, which is nice if you have a busy schedule.

Test heavy
Hilarious
3.0
5.0
PHYS1020
Grade: C
Apr 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Class was online and 5 exams. 60 questions, timed, and open books and materials. DO NOT BUY THE BOOKS. Everything is on Quizlet dot com. Wasted my money on those books. Course sucked because its multiple choice course on the tests. Hate the timed tests because you focus more on the time than the tests.

2.0
4.0
PSY1020
May 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Textbooks weren't much of a help. This class is bad for visual learners. All you do is study on the subject you're on in the textbook. Study, study, study is all you do for this course and then you take a 60 minute test. There is five test in total. Your grade is based on the score you get on the tests. The tests were difficult.

4.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A
May 25, 2021
Would take again

If you want the best advice for this class - read the textbook. I have no clue what everyone else is saying about the textbook was worthless. You can find all of the answers to what will appear on the exams in the textbook. Yes, this class is very reading heavy but as long as you read for at least an hour a day you'll be fine.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Oct 27, 2021
Would take again

Bruce was great! He is well versed with the material and he wrote the textbook. There are 5 units and only a 100-ish page textbook assignment for each; they're long & a bit gruesome, but to be fair I waited until two days before the test to start reading. Overall the textbook is good though, lots of pictures and it full of Bruce's funny thoughts.

Respected
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYS1020
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2021
Would take again

Prof. Hinrichs was amazing, reading the textbook isn't mandatory but it does help with the tests. Took his psychology class online and all I had to do was take 5 tests. There are due dates for the tests but he left all 5 open until 3 days after the semester ended.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYCH1020
Grade: A
Mar 6, 2022
Would take again

Your grade is based off 5 tests, which are open until the end of semester so you can take them whenever you feel confident with your understanding of the material. Reading the textbook isn’t necessary because he made slideshows and lectures embedded in them that explain the material thoroughly. I can’t recommend Hinrichs enough.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
PSHYC1020
Grade: C
Dec 9, 2022
Would take again

Bruce is a great professor. He's funny and cares about you and your grade. There is no homework at all but to study for every unit test. So, get ready to read and study! Every unit quiz is 60 questions and timed. If you need to retake a quiz, he will open it up as many times as you want. The quizzes can be hard though. Will need the textbook a lot.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSHYC1020
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

Read your syllabus! I took the online course and everything you need to know is in there. It's very independent, and resources like videos, presentations and the textbook are there! You can easily contact the teacher, super helpful. Stay on schedule, take notes, and you'll pass with an easy A.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
4.0
1.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A
Jan 13, 2023
Would take again

It was a very simple class, watch the lectures and take notes. Your grade was based on 5 exams you would take throughout the course. The lectures did not take long, and if you really wanted, you could finish the entire course in the span of a few days. Loved the cartoons he put in his lectures, he was a very easygoing guy.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
1020
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 15, 2023
Would take again

The professor wrote the textbook himself, so if there are any questions on interpretation it's really easy to get a clear answer. He also created discussion posts for the class to use throughout the semester. He only had five assignments and they were all 60 point tests, but retakes were available upon requests.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
1020
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 25, 2023
Would take again

Bruce is awesome! This was my first Psych class and he makes sure you understand, his lectures are fun and engaging. He loves questions and is a very funny guy. No deadlines on his quizzes but he lets you know when quizzes should be done so you can stay on track. Quiz re-takes are available if you ask. Highly recommend his Psych class!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
GENERALPSYCH
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2023
Would take again

amazing

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

Took online PSYC 1020. It was a self-paced course with five exams. Take the time to read/listen to the lectures and textbook. The book isn't really necessary. Only the first exam asked a couple questions that the book answered. Very easy and laid back course. Prof. Hinrichs is also a funny and caring guy.

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GENERALPSYCH
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2024
Would take again

Great guy, super friendly to talk to and is a great teacher. Work is 5 multiple choice tests which can be tricky but if you come in knowing what you're doing it's not hard. Very interesting lectures and I found myself super engaged to a topic I had no prior interest in. Fantastic professor would absolutely take again.

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Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
1.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A-
May 5, 2024
Would take again

PHENOMENAL professor. Watching him talking about psychology just showed how much he loves the subject. Half of the time he didn't even need to look at the lecture slides to teach, he just knows and is so passionate about it. He wrote both textbooks for the class, and tests are online. He asks what grade you want for your attendance as well.

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3.0
PSYC1020
Grade: B+
Oct 4, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Hinrichs makes psych fun and engaging. Lectures are clear, textbook is helpful, and exams are reasonable. Unstuck ai was a lifesaver for study prep. Worth taking if you put in the work.

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2.0
GENPSYCHOLOGY
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2024
Would take again

Prof Hinrichs is the best teacher I've taken at Century so far. He knows what he is talking about in lectures and also has great stories. He's lectures are interesting topics and he is funny as well. I would take his class again and encourage others to do as well.

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PSHYC1020
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2024
Would take again

bruce is an amazing professor with engaging lectures. you can tell he is very passionate about psychology and always has great stories to tell along with his lectures. you get to grade yourself on attendance and take all tests at home. tests and attendance are the only things graded in the class. 100% would recommend.

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Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
GENERALPSYCH
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

great lectures, very funny. fairly easy tests

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GENERALPSYCH
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

AMAZING professor. By far the best I have had yet. Makes the topic of psychology so fun to learn. He is very knowledgable and passionate about psychology. Very funny and super understanding. Responds to emails almost immediately.

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5.0
2.0
GENERALPSYCH
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2025
Would take again

Fun and engaging lectures!

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Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
GENERPSYC
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2025
Would take again

Perfect introductory class into the world of psychology. As someone that has taken developmental psychology before general psych, I have to say this teacher is insanely fair in his grading. Class only consists of reading and taking the exams for the corresponding chapters. Wish there was a little more class interaction.

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3.0
GENERALPSYCH
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2025
Would take again

I highly recommend taking any Psychology course with Bruce! He is like an encyclopedia of Psychology. He rarely ever needs to look at his slides to give his lectures and he knows all the content from the back of his head! He is so so smart and genuinely wants the best for his students!

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2.0
PSYC1020
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

Extremely easy class, no assignments. Graded only by test performance (1/month) and attendance. Very engaging guy, enjoyable lectures. The most funny yet informative teacher I've had, great variety in lectures from day to day.

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1.0
GENERALPSYCH
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2025
Would take again

He's the kindest professor ever; we had about 2-3 weeks to take the "quizzes" (tests) and read the provided textbooks. He's very understanding and would let you retake your quizzes if you ask. Overall, lots of textbook pages to read, but easy. (Recommending him to PSEO students). He's also very open to answering your questions if you're confused.

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