4.6

Bruce O. Solheim

History - Citrus College

4.6
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You need the book or you won't pass

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well, you just gotta spend the G to get the A

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52%

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HST155
Jun 26, 2003

He is extremely chill and laid back. The work in that class is managable and quite simple. I actually learned a lot from this professor. He does play a lot of videos, and that helps me visual.

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HIST108
Jul 24, 2003

This is a cool teacher. Easy to score for an A and also there are lots of extra credit that can give u an A. Take him while u have a chance.

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WWIIHIST
Aug 19, 2003

The best teacher I ever had in college!! Extremely cool.

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HST108
Aug 22, 2003

No Comments

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HIST100
Nov 11, 2003

Take him every chance you get. Take his online classes too. He will bring your GPA up.

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HIST155
Grade: A
Mar 21, 2004

i really enjoyed his class, he's a great teacher and picks the best selections for his textbooks.

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HIST107
May 9, 2004

the assignments to do are clear and it is easy to get a good grade. But following the lectures and learning the material is not.

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HISTORY
May 24, 2004

Dr. Solheim is AWSOME. He uses alot of videos to give you exact information and music to set the tone of the era. He is extremely fair and clear as crystal. Took him for 2 diff. classes. HE ROCKS!

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HIST108
Jun 1, 2004

One word..BORING. The class was very boring.. He spoke in flat tone. I hardly could listen to him continually. But the good news is, his assignmens were pretty easy to do, i think.

5.0
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HST108
Aug 24, 2004

A very open and inclusive atmosphere.

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HST155
Aug 25, 2004

Learned an amazing amount! His syllabus is extraordinary, and he seems to try to bring in new ideas from new sources. It's a Big Picture kind of thing that can be taken with you when you leave.

5.0
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HIS108
Nov 9, 2004

Laid back teacher.... Interesting subject matter. Not alot of busy work.... focus on the essay type exams and major projects only.

5.0
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HIST108
Nov 19, 2004

Class is very laid back, yet you learn a lot. He is very clear in his lectures and very open to helping all his students. Highly recommended.

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HST108
Nov 20, 2004

He is great!!!!!!!!

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HISTORY
Dec 4, 2004

Solheim has two personalities, I took him once and It was an easy A, I took him again, and he wouldn't let me drop his class, and I failed. I had a bad expereince, Also,he is quite monotone..ZZZZZ

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HIST108
Jan 5, 2005

I liked Professor. SOlheim, HE gave me an A

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HISTORY108
Jan 7, 2005

Solheim is awesome. Yes, his class is a different learning enviroment but it is informative if you listen. He uses the history info and puts it in to a more interesting view by creating lessons using powerpoint. I never opened my book once, did the papers as well as possible and got an A.

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HIST107
Jan 7, 2005

Just because a teacher is easy doesn't mean he's good. If you want an A, take him, you'll almost certainly get one. But he's laid-back to the point of inducing comas, his "lectures" are rambling (& since he posts his notes on the web, makes it easy to skip class), & he show WAY too many MOVIES.

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HIST222108
Mar 1, 2005

Loved his classes. Found his teaching methods good and interesting. He is very nice and easy to speak with. He knows what he is talking about when it comes to history. History of WWII was an excellent class.

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HISTORY107
Apr 5, 2005

Easy A. Doesn't give a lot of quizzes, can absent from class without missing much. Boring videos, sometimes. I do like his lectures, though. Tests are always broad essay-type questions.

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HIS107
Apr 25, 2005

This teacher was an interesting teacher, he shows a lot of movies but they are ok to watch and review. His lectures were full of information that is easy and useful to know. There's not too much extra useless info.

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HIST155
May 9, 2005

VERY INFORMATIVE, HE KNOWS HIS STUFF, GIVES YOU AN OPPORTUNITY TO RESEARCH AND QUESTION HIM AT ANY TIME, I WISH I WOULD HAVE HAD HIM FOR OTHER HISTORY CLASSES

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HISTORY108
Jun 5, 2005

super easy ... just the mid term and final u have to do some research

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HIST
Jun 18, 2005

this is the easiest teacher on campus! he doesnt take roll i only showed up like once a week and sometimes every other week! want an A sign up for his class i promise you will get an A

4.0
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HIST222108
Jun 25, 2005

Pretty boring class. But the movies were nice and i gained some knowledge. Easy grade, would def. take again.

5.0
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HISTORY108
Grade: B
Jul 7, 2005

he is awsome! easiest class ever

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HISTORY155
Jul 16, 2005

Mr Solheim is fun, informative, clear in his expectations, and very passionate in regards to this subject . He is always available, some of the films are hard to watch, but they support many of the points Dr Solheim makes in his class. He has a great attitude and makes the class fun and interesting. He gets an A+!! Lbruse

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HIST108
Aug 2, 2005

took online course did al;l the papers within the first month got an A easy class

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HIST108
Aug 19, 2005

I took him online during the summer. He responded right way to any questions you may have. He also graded your assignments right way, unlike other online teachers who never let you know where you stand . Overall, good experience!

5.0
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HISTORY10863
Aug 30, 2005

He was a very cool teacher, very friendly, good guy to talk to. His class was the absolute best!

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HISTORY108
Grade: A
Aug 30, 2005

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HISTORY
Oct 19, 2005

Laid back guy who is really nice and understanding if you come late or need some extra time on stuff. Uses different but affective teaching methods. He is full of information and is always open to questions and other people's opinion's. He encourages individuality as long as you can back it up. He makes classes at Citrus pleasant and easier for students. I would take him again for history.

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HISTCLASSES
Oct 21, 2005

you can never find a better history professor like him! he's always warm and nice! please take his classes!!!!!!

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HIST155
Oct 28, 2005

so easy. you can get an A without opening the book(no exaggerating)

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HST107108
Nov 12, 2005

I took him for two history classes he is a great teacher very easy and can make the class pretty fun. If you have to take a history take his class your pretty much guaranteed atleast a B grade!

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108222
Dec 14, 2005

if you want an A take him i hardly ever went to class i did most of the work and he passed me??

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HIST108
Dec 19, 2005

this class was pretty easy...if you do the film reviews and extra credit you will pass easily. i missed alot of class and asked how to make up for all the missed work. he let me rewrite some papers and i ended up getting a B in the class. his lectures are pretty boring, but the class is ok.

4.0
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HISTWW2
Feb 1, 2006

the easiest teacher i have had online and in class... taken him for 3 history classes and have passed with flying colors evertime... TAKE HIM!!! if you really want to learn the subject i wouldnt recommend him hes that easy...

4.0
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HIST
Apr 3, 2006

He's very easy. His classes are more about the experience and striking some feelings than they are about actual work. He has very little if any actual work, but does have video review reports to see how you reacted to the films he often shows. Very layed back guy, nice, likes to talk about situations. A well rounded history prof.

5.0
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HISTORY108
Apr 12, 2006

He is an excellent teacher. I am currently taking his online class, and I must say that he is the best so far. It seems that he attempts his utmost to email his student back A.S.A.P. and he will always recommend certain movies for you reviews or certain topics for the essays. The midterm and final are both essay questions, so if you know how to wr

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MODERNHISTORY
May 18, 2006

i took his class in the fall and it was one of the easiest classes i have taken. he is so helpful and understanding that students have lives outside of class. he prepares you for the final and mid-term if you ask...great teacher

4.0
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HISTORY108
May 19, 2006

This teacher was pretty chill. I recommend taking his class for a good time and a good learning experience.

5.0
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HISTORY108
May 21, 2006

This teacher is extremely easy. The class if very easy and u learn a lot from him especially from his past life experiences. He's also great in getting back at you when you e-mail him. He's not like most teachers that take years to answer an email!

5.0
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HISTORY108
Jun 12, 2006

This was the most entertaining History class that I have ever had! The material was easy to understand which made the final and the midterm a breeze but most importantly you learn a lot through his lectures and life experiences. I would definitely recommend this professor!

5.0
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HIST101
Aug 8, 2006

easiest history teacher, you dont even have to go to class to get an A (dosent take attendance)

5.0
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HIST
Aug 13, 2006

Easiest and nicest teacher ever!! I took the online class-- take it, its GREAT!

4.0
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HIST108
Nov 15, 2006

this was the easiest class ever. he doesn't take attendance and i opened the book maybe once and got an A. take him for sure if you are just taking the class for the requirements.

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HIST101
Nov 28, 2006

I am no good with history...it really bores me. But Bruce knows how to give lectures , he is very interesting and knows his stuff. Tests are tremendously easy if you aer there for the lectures.

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HIS108
Jan 3, 2007

I took this class online, if you do also, do yourself a favor, don't buy the book. There is no need, never used it once. I've taken several online classes at citrus and this by far is the eaisest yet.

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HIST108
May 9, 2007

Mr Solheim is very bright, he is a patriotic American, and seems to have a big heart. However, it seems he has lost his passion for teaching. He shows up late almost every day (5-10 min.late)and some of his lectures were watered down. He could teach a much more interesting and higher caliber class if he had more interest. Easy grade.

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HIST108
Jul 11, 2007

Gives lots of food for thought.

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HIST155
Aug 22, 2007

This class was so hard. He's a pretty chill guy and doesn't really care about attendance, but there's alot of writing and the final was a five-page historiographical essay exam on what you think caused the Vietnam War. After taking this class, I had no idea! Also, if you're not strong with writing, don't take this class!

5.0
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HIST108
Sep 6, 2007

I took this class online and recommend it to everyone! It is the easiest class! All I had to do is write a few easy papers. He also encourages you to think. I read alot of reviews, and it seems people down grade him beacuse he requires a lot of writing. If you are unprepared to write or work a little, why are you in college?

5.0
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USHIS108
Oct 3, 2007

Great online class. Prof is organized, everything is clear cut from day one, and the text is a great read.

5.0
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HIST108
Nov 6, 2007

Best professor ever!!

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HIST108
Nov 15, 2007

here never takes attendance. No HW! hes midterm and final are open book. its a easy A. You really dont need the textbk but u will want it for the only 2 test he has

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HISTWW2
Dec 3, 2007

Easy class. A lot of lecture, documentary, open discussion. He is a good looking man...

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HIST155
Jan 11, 2008

A great teacher, great on-line class

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HIST108
Feb 16, 2008

Dr. Solheim is an excellent teacher. His lectures are informative and interesting. He did not refer to the book during the course, but you need to read the book to be prepared for the final. He gives you the facts about history,but also presents other theories and interesting anecdotes, providing for a fun learning atmosphere.GREAT teacher/class!

5.0
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HIST155
Feb 17, 2008

He's an really really good and helpful instructor that Ive ever had in America!

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HIST108
Feb 19, 2008

GREAT TEACHER, IS VERY HELPFUL AND VERY KNOWLEDGABLE. MUST TAKE THIS TEACHER, BEST TEACHER TO TAKE!!

5.0
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HIST108
Feb 20, 2008

I would recommend this teacher! He makes history interesting and assignments are easy. Do not need text book, rarely used it. Take good notes from the lecture and you will get an A. He also wants students to pass,so he will help you in every way to pass with a good grade.

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HIST103
Feb 22, 2008

Excellent professor. Highly recommended you take him for all your history classes. Very easy but you still end up learning plenty. A+++

5.0
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HIST108
Feb 25, 2008

He is a great teacher. Should take History 108 online. :)

5.0
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HIST108
Jun 30, 2008

Good funny teacher, but i didnt go to class much or even took down many notes nor did i even read the book. The midterm was easy and so was the final you get assignments as long as you do them and turn them in easy A.

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HIST108
Aug 1, 2008

History was never my best subject. I took the summer course. The class is actually interesting, I really learned a lot. Just do the easy work, watch the movies, take notes and you will pass. I got an A+ and didn't read the text, well I read like 5 pages. He gave us NO MIDTERM OR TEST. The Final was easy and he had a study day to help. TAKE HIM

5.0
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HIST107
Dec 4, 2008

Solheim is great. He's passionate about history and very helpful and understanding. Shows a lot of movies. Makes history easy to understand.

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HIST107
Dec 22, 2008

What can I say about Professor Harvey? Well, his online class was probably the easiest class I have ever taken! The class was so easy that I finished all of the work and finished the class like the second week out of four. Easy Easy Easy!

4.0
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HIST155
Feb 13, 2009

Took this class online and i fully reccomend it. Do every assignment(they are easy papers) and youre pretty much guaranteed an A. One of the only classes that didnt stress me out. You know whats due and can get it done weeks ahead of time easily. Take this class if you want an A!!!!

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HIST108
Feb 13, 2009

There's no easier way to say it... If you don't pass his class you simply are an idiot. One of the easiest teachers at citrus, also he is extremely knowledgeable... and has really interesting stories to tell. If you feel like showing up. Never takes attendance, you could definitely pass the class if you only go to turn things in.

5.0
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HIST108
Feb 15, 2009

I've never liked history but was really interested by the way Mr. Solheim taught his class. Loved all his stories, it made it easier to understand. As long as you do the work, it's an easy A

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HIS107
Feb 19, 2009

extremely easy class. i took it online over winter session. we had 4 discussion boards and 4 historical investigations, and 3 movie reviews. the final was a 5 paragraph essay about the civil war.

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HIST108
Jul 7, 2009

his class was very easy. as long as you understood the notes and skimmed through the book like he said to. his midterm and final are straightforward, so you should get a good grade if you try at all. he knows a lot and loves to share it, so it makes for a VERY interesting class, as well as easy. i mean i got an A easily. would DEFINITELY recommend!

5.0
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HIST155
Jul 28, 2009

Interesting!

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HIST107
Sep 29, 2009

I took it online by far the best!! it was easy but I did learn! he is great so hopeful and I got full credit on everything 100% so take it!!! now what are you waiting for!?

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HIST108
Nov 16, 2009

He is interesting to listen to. Sometimes he can be boring, but his lectures get more interesting. I took it in the summer and he made it a hybrid class. You had to do little essays every week and movie reviews. Overall he is a great teacher.

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HIST155
Dec 3, 2009

MR.SOLHIEM IS A GREAT PROFESSOR. I LOVE TAKING HIS CLASS. I RECOMMEND HIM. HIS CLASS IS WORKABLE.HE POSTED ALL OF HIS MATERIAL ONLINE, SO TAKING THIS CLASS IS EASY. THE ONLY WAY YOU FAIL IS TO NOT DO YOUR WORK.

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HIST155
Dec 3, 2009

THIS CLASS HAS BEEN 1 OF MY FAVORITE CLASSES. THE ONLY WAY TO FAIL IS TO NOT DO YOUR WORK. PROFESSOR SOLHIEM IS COOL, HE IS NOT SPLITIN HAIRS ON DUMB ISSUES. HE ACCEPTS YOUR WORK AND DOESN'T FAIL YOU BECAUSE OF SMALL THING. HE IS AWESOME. I RECOMMEND HIM

5.0
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HIST155
Dec 3, 2009

I love this class. i don't belive anyone fails in this class as long as you do your work and turn it in, you will pass. If you miss a session you can see it on line. there is no reson not to like this class. Mr. solhiem is cool too. He isn't all uptight like these other professors. highly recommended

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HIS108
Dec 16, 2009

He is a very easy teacher, strongly recommand.

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HIST108
Jan 3, 2010

Really great teacher that really cares about the subject.

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HISTAMER
Feb 1, 2010

If you just do the work assigned Youll get a good grade. Hes a interesting guy.And he gave my class extra credit. If you miss class he has his lectures and notes on blackboard, if history is not your strongest subject but you can do homework take him.

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HIST108
Feb 19, 2010

Bruce Solheim is a great history teacher. He will keep you entertained while teaching you the material. He's also extremely nice and very understanding. Everyone should take him!

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HIST108
Jun 2, 2010

SOOO easy!!! GREAT TEACHER take him. You don't have to do much. some papers to write but its very easy. just take him. he doesn't look like his pic. easy easy easy easy easy!!!

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HIST108
Jun 19, 2010

He is very nice. After taking his class I am very interested in history, if I could I take his class over and over again just to see him and hear him speak. I love him...

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HIST101
Aug 28, 2010

Great teacher. Easy and fun.

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HIST155
Dec 2, 2010

Great teacher! assignments not hard at all. get the books! he requires all of them!

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HISTHIST
Dec 12, 2010

This class is so easy for late start. You only have to read two chapters per week and write a full paragraph response on each. Then reply to one other person. A total of 16 chapters. Then there is a 4-5 pg compare/contrast paper, an 8-10 pg research paper and a 7 paragraph final. Oh and only 25 questions on the midterm. AS YOU CAN SEE ITS SO EASY!!

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HIST105
Jan 12, 2011

I adored Mr. Solheim. He is an amazing teacher and incredibly helpful. He is very liberal (which I enjoy) but he doesn't make it seem like his opinion is fact. He respects everyone amazingly and is incredibly understanding. Take this man above ALL teachers!

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HIST108
Jan 14, 2011

Dr. Solheim is an exemplary professor. He is very understanding of his students and has a great passion for history. I took History 108 online. We had weekly discussions, one midterm, one paper, and a final essay. It was an easy A! With Dr. Solheim, you will learn so much and gain a new perspective on history. Overall, wonderful class, so take him!

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HIS108
Feb 5, 2011

Dr. B class this winter sem. was so interesting to me, made me want to take another history. Above all, he is super cool he makes you think about life in general not only history. Best Professor that I've never had.

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HISTO155
Feb 11, 2011

Highly Recommend this class online. It was great while working full time and in a short term. He was helpful and responded to questions in email quickly. Lots of writing assignments. The books were interesting. Lots to read online and videos to watch. Take notes you'll need them for the final.

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HIST107
May 24, 2011

So easy, I wish he can teach all of my subjects. Just awesome and amazing.

3.0
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HIS107
Jun 26, 2011

I took this class online, extremely easy! the book is required because all the quizzes are from the book. Didnt respond back to emails. but overall very easy

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HIST108
Oct 4, 2011

WONDERFUL TEACHER! Clear instruction, got me very interested in History. I even changed my major because of him. He makes you get excited about what has happened within the US. He has students look beyond the fact that something is history, to see the person who made the history! Loved all 3 classes I took with him. Learned something new each class

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HIST108
Dec 8, 2011

Easy going great professor! Very into and clear about his material. He tells you interesting stories of when he was in the service. Everything is posted on blackboard, even pre-taped classes to watch. Quizzes are STRAIGHT out of the book and online. No hw, just study and do the papers he asks for. Very nice teacher

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HIS107
Dec 15, 2011

I took online class, that was easy, and clear, if you pur your effort, you can get A.

3.0
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HIST162
Dec 17, 2011

Vietnam History. Want to raise your GPA? take this class.

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HIST108
Dec 18, 2011

Great professor. Class can be boring if you dont like history though. If you need any help just ask him.

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HIST108
Dec 22, 2011

He is a wonderful professor. The quizzes and test are straight out of the book. I had a wonderful time taking his class. He is extremely helpful and bends over backwards for his students. I took him in Summer2011 and had a wonderful time. I recommend him to anyone who wants a helpful easy going professor.

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HIST108
Jan 4, 2012

Solheim was the best. The class is basically online, some people show up to class for notes, but quizzes and discussion questions are on blackboard and the notes are rarely used. I recommend this professor if you're lazy.

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HIST108
Feb 11, 2012

I had this teacher for Winter2012. All his quizzes are online as well as the midterm, but they are very tricky you have to dig deep in the book for the answers. You also have reading questions due online as well which are fairly simple. He has lecture videos on blackboard just in case you miss. It is not very mandatory for you to go, but his lectures are not boring!

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HIS108
Feb 22, 2012

Excellent teacher. Enjoyed history for the first time in years

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HIST108
May 16, 2012

Took his online class, I got an A. His online class is chill, homework every week which is always a short essay (about a paragraphs length) and 3 research papers throughout the class. If you want to experience your first online class, highly recommended. He even post video of his lecture just in case you struggle. Dope nonetheless.

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HIST155
Jul 9, 2012

Mr Solheim really makes History interesting and that's not easy. I really enjoyed the "History of the Vietnam War" class. Highly recommend this professor.

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HIST108
Nov 8, 2012

Everything is online (quizzes, discussion board, midterm). Dr. Solheim is a nice guy and very knowledgeable, but (at least this semester) he's just too busy. He cancels class frequently, including the entire week of the midterm. Two assigned papers have little to do with US history, but they're easy. Final is an in-class essay. Pretty easy class.

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HIST108
Dec 17, 2012

I took his online class and found it to be easy. Could have received an A if I would of put a bit more effort although a B is not so bad considering I did not study. I did find the class interesting. Easy class take him!!!!

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HIS107
Mar 4, 2013

Great online class! He has it set up in which you should understand what to do. It's crystal clear, unlike other professors who like to jump all over the place with assignments and make things very confusing for students. He is not like that, rather he is a patriotic veteran who loves to teach and make history fun.

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HIST108
May 10, 2013

I took Dr. Solheim's class during the winter session of 2013. I found his class very interesting and useful. He was a wonderful instructor. If there was a question that needed asked, he took time to listen and and answer the question even if didn't pertain to history.

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108
May 15, 2013

Would recommend him he makes class interesting very nice and understanding guy.Easy weekly quizzes straight from the book. midterm is a lil hard but just study not too many assignments

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HIST108
Jun 12, 2013

Solheim is very laid back! All his quizzes are on Blackboard, come right from the book and are only 5 questions long. A couple small papers over the semester, but nothing to stress over. Keep up with all the assignments and you'll have an easy A!

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HIST108
Jul 22, 2013

Bruce is a great teacher! He takes history and makes it relevant and interesting by giving you some of his personal stories. The online quizzes and in class essays are super easy and he even helps you figure out a thesis statement for your final. You can't ask for a better history teacher!

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HIST108
Jan 28, 2014

Solheim has a great online course, its simple and to the point. The midterm is multiple choice and the final is a 4-5 paragraph essay the weekly quizzes are only 5 questions, but be warned some of the T/F questions can be tricky! This is an easy class you should not get below a B or else i would question why you are in college

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HIST108
Feb 18, 2014

I'm not a history person at all, so I was not looking forward to this class but Professor Solheim makes history come alive. He really grabbed my attention with his own personal stories he would share to the class. Online reading quizzes every week. A paper and a super simple interview report. Easy teacher. I definitely recommend.

5.0
1.0
HIST108
Feb 25, 2014

Super easy quizzes are online. Final is super easy so is the midterm.

5.0
1.0
HIST108
Feb 25, 2014

Super easy quizzes are online. Final is super easy so is the midterm. I recommend this class to anyone.

5.0
2.0
HIST108
Jun 11, 2014

History is one of my weakest subject to be honest, but when I took this class I learned so much about history. Mr. Solheim is a great professor! :)

5.0
2.0
CRN30827
Jul 2, 2014

Great professor, very laid back and very helpful. I was interested in the Vietnam War class in particular, because of my father having been in the war. Taking this class helped me in my beginnings of understanding what it was all about. Textbooks are mandatory, as you will be writing reports out of them. Midterm is online, final in class essay. A+

5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A+
Jul 2, 2014

Great Professor!!! He is very interesting and has a good humor. Online quizzes which are very easy. Midterm you take at home and able to use notes and online info. Final is in class essay and easy. Great class to take and an easy A.

5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2014

Great professor!! I learned so much in his class

5.0
1.0
HIST107108
Grade: A
Jul 18, 2014

Professor B is AWESOME!! I took 108 and decided to take 107 with him also. Great Professor

5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A
Jul 19, 2014

Great Professor!!! I enjoyed his lectures very much

4.0
4.0
HIST108
Jul 21, 2014

Found his online class to be extremely hard. Constantly searching the book for unclear questions sometimes. I have heard his classroom lectures to be quite interesting though. If your a veteran like myself go ahead and take him. He will get you in his class if it is full.

5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A+
Jul 21, 2014

Great Professor. Solheim is funny, and he knows what he is talking about! All quizzes and midterm is online. Great class to take. Recommend it!!

5.0
2.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2014

Solheim is the greatest teacher. I didn't know what to expect going into a history class, but he is passionate and makes it interesting. The boring parts are because lets face it history isn't always exciting. His quizzes are all out of the book and online. He is always helpful and super relaxed. Def would take him again!

5.0
2.0
HIST108
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

Solheim is incredibly intelligent. You can learn a great deal from him as long as you go to class. Community college students should feel lucky to have such a great mind to mentor them.

5.0
1.0
HISTORY08
Dec 4, 2014

Highly recommend Dr. B. He is such a humble and caring professor. Clear instructions throughout the semester. You will not regret taking him :)

4.0
2.0
HIST108
Grade: B
Feb 14, 2015

Dr. Solheim is inspirational. Makes History seem much more interesting. As a Vet he brings a lot of his experiences to his lectures which is great. Winter Course, same expectations. Online Quizzes. Online Midterm. Interview Project. BiographyCompareContrast Paper. TAKE SOLHEIM!! #SolheimFor2016

5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A
May 24, 2015

Dr. B is awesome ! Took history 108 during the winter semester and it was a breeze - you'll need the textbook to complete the online quizzes and a comparecontrast biography, but aside from that, be sure to attend lectures because the midterm is based off of the lectures and not the textbook! Such an amazing prof! I highly respect and recommend him

5.0
2.0
HISTORY108
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2015

Professor Solheim is AMAZING, I just took his class for Spring 2015. Seriously, if you have to take history take it with him. Not only is he very interesting during his lectures but the class is an Easy A. All your quizzes and tests are online except for the Final and thats an open book 5 paragraph essay. You cant go wrong with this class.

4.0
1.0
HISTORY108
Grade: A
Jul 4, 2015

His lectures are identical, even word-by-word from his video lectures, which were recorded years earlier. Online quizzes, online midterm, 2 essays and one final essay. Easy grader. His classes run an hour shorter, discussions are not encouraged and he gets irritable if lectures are sidetracked by questions. Easy A.

3.0
3.0
HISTORY108
Jul 7, 2015

One of the most uninspiring professors I've had so far. His lectures get side tracked by his long winded jailhouse stories, boasting of his Nordic heritage, and patting himself on the back for being an author. All irrelevant to the course. He even presented a domestic violence chart that made the class uncomfortable.

5.0
1.0
20239
Grade: A
Sep 11, 2015

Prof. Solheim was great! There are easy, weekly online quizzes, few tests, and an open-book final. There's no way you can fail his class. His lectures can get a little boring, but he's really kind and pretty funny. He gives you good extra credit opportunities and tells great stories. Highly recommend.

4.0
2.0
HIST107
Grade: B+
Dec 9, 2015

Quizs each week, pretty easy.

5.0
3.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Feb 13, 2016

Professor Solheim is knowledgeable & experienced in the subject. In class students were encouraged to participate, but was not mandatory, creating a comfortable learning environment. History can be dull, but he focused on the important & interesting facts that everyone should know. The course is clear and structured. No surprises. Expect to read.

5.0
1.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2016

Great teacher! His own personal experience on history was very interesting. Took the fast pace course and was rather easy to handle! I recommend taking him for History. Easy A! Just do the work required.

5.0
2.0
HIST155
Grade: A
Feb 16, 2016

Mr. Solheim is a really nice guy who tries really hard to help his students. He is a great teach and i would recommend him to anyone who enjoys history. Our class was lucky enough to have three amazing Veterans come in and talk to our class about what they went through. It was an incredible experience that i will never forget!

5.0
1.0
HIS108
Apr 25, 2016

he is one of my favorite teachers! very easy going class, not tough. he is funny, lectures are amazing, and very interesting, i am never bored in this class. i would definitely take this class again if needed. HE IS AMAZING.

5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A
May 4, 2016

He's easy and very clear to the grading. RECOMMEND!

5.0
2.0
HIS108
Grade: A+
Jun 12, 2016
Would take again

Only three major assignments, and easy at home weekly quizzes, no test. Final is an in-class essay, and he gives you the prompt weeks in advance so you can prep. Attendance is not mandatory as long as you do the work. His lectures can be boring, but if you pay attention, they are fascinating. Easiest class Ive ever taken. no need to study.

5.0
4.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Jun 21, 2016
Would take again

Very informative class, very respected teacher. I learned a lot from him and his class. He engages his students. He's firm, but fair. I would take his class again given the chance. Show up to class, take your notes, and pass the tests, quizzes, and exams.

4.0
2.0
HIST107108
Grade: A
Jun 22, 2016
Would take again

For both classes 107 and 108, read chapter(s) weekly and quizzes, due on Sundays at midnight. A lot of reading, but do-able. Recommend taking him for lecture if you have a love for history as he does. Extremely calm professor. Gives plenty of extra credit opportunities, but really are not needed. Easy class.

4.0
3.0
HIS108
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 4, 2016
Would take again

Taking the online course was definitely the best choice. Grade is based off of Reading Quizzes for every chapter, participation in discussions, 2 papers, a midterm, and the final. The answers from the quizzes come straight out of his book. are are easy to find. He was very helpful every time I emailed him asking for clarification or assistance.

4.0
2.0
HIS108
Aug 10, 2016
Would take again

Professor Solheim is a great professor and I would definitely recommend to any student who may or may not be a huge history fan. I am not a huge history fan myself, but I found the text book easy to read and was able to grasp the information and complete assignments with success.

5.0
1.0
HISTORY108
Grade: A
Oct 20, 2016
Would take again

By far my favorite professor at citrus! He's great, his lectures weren't boring and he makes the class really interesting his quizzes were easy and straight forward if you read the book. Also the essays were not difficult he makes the topic clear, I definetly would take him again for another class!

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
HIST107
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Professor Solheim wasn't BAD but wasn't GREAT either. I didn't get any feedback on my essays and when I inquired about this through email he didn't have much to say. I would have liked more involvement on his part. I probably will be trying another professor for any future history classes...

Participation matters
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5.0
1.0
HIST155
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Solheim is one of the best Professors at Citrus! He is super easy going, and genuinely CARES about his students. If you do the work it's an easy A! I would definitely recommend this class. :)

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
HIST108
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2017
Would take again

Exceptional professor. Has a different perspective on teaching history through personal stories and it's great. Quizzes are online and super easy. Tests are based mostly on lectures and some from reading. Encourages open discussions. Treats you like an adult and doesn't baby or coddle you. Would definitely take other classes taught by him

Respected
Amazing lectures
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5.0
2.0
HIS107
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 11, 2017
Would take again

He is very understanding and is super clear about everything. Great professor.

4.0
1.0
HIST107
Grade: A
Feb 12, 2017
Would take again

His syllabus was very clear. Took in Winter and had a Discussion question every other week along with reading quizzes every week. 2 Personal essays and a final written exam. Nothing major. Con: doesn't give any feedback on posts.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
HIST108
Feb 26, 2017
Would take again

He is the president of History in Citrus College. He is good professor and easy class, very respectful prof. I really recommended him.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
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5.0
2.0
HIST155
Grade: A
Mar 1, 2017
Would take again

It was a great class. I really loved how he gave the North Vietnamese perspective as well as the American. This class wasn't just a load of American propaganda. He gave us an unbiased presentation of the facts and allowed us to form our own opinions on the conflict.

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Inspirational
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
HIST108
Grade: A
Mar 14, 2017
Would take again

Solid choice. Quizzes are easy. Two papers to write and as long as you give good effort, you will get an A

5.0
2.0
HIST155
Grade: A+
Mar 14, 2017
Would take again

Professor Solheim vividly describes amazing personal stories that relate directly to the course while giving you the education (most) people are striving for. I was enrolled in his history of Vietnam War. I love history and am majoring in it so this was an especially engrossing class. You need both textbooks but they are both cheap.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Jun 18, 2017
Would take again

I took history 108 with professor Solheim and I thoroughly enjoyed the class. Professor Solheim is very patient and caring. He really wants all his students to be successful. If you struggle in college classes he is the professor for you. He will always be there to help you. (Also he makes an effort to offer support to veterans) Overall great class

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
1.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Jun 26, 2017
Would take again

Best teacher by far! You can learn lots if you want to but you can also just kick back and enjoy the slides. Good tests and hw assignments.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
HIST155
Grade: A+
Jun 30, 2017
Would take again

Took his History of the Vietnam War class online. Was a very enjoyable experience. You can tell how passionate he is about the subject matter. Even for an online class he was is very accessible and will answer you questions. Very reasonable on grading the assignment, outlines clearly what he expects from you.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Jul 17, 2017
Would take again

Loved this class! The book is great and very easy to follow. This online class was easy to keep up with because of the material. I have recommended this class to classmates and family.

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ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Bruce is a great teacher! I enjoyed his class everyday! His book is easy to read and to understand. Quizzes are through BB, and if you read the material, it's a piece of cake! Wrote 3 papers, 1 midterm, and the final is a written essay.

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Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
HIS107108155
Oct 27, 2017
Would take again

He is a very good professor. Knows a lot about the subject and is very knowledgeable and he is always willing to help as well. Lots of writing but still all good. Don't be afraid to ask for help and such. All around good professor.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
HIST107
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

History classes are boring right? Not this one! I wish I would have taken this class in person because Dr. Solheim's class was very enjoyable online. The textbook required for the class is his own textbook and it is by far the best history book I've ever read. Class is an easy A if you do all the work. Take him, you won't regret it!

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Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
HIST108
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2017
Would take again

His lectures were very interesting and enjoyable. The book he wrote is easy to understand and better than any regular history text book. The weekly quizzes are based off each chapter in the book. There is about two essays, a midterm, and the final is an in class essay. If you put in work for the essays, you'll likely get an A.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Would take again
3.0
1.0
HIS107
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 21, 2018
Would take again

I took him online and it was super easy. You do not need the book. Quizlet is your best friend to pass all the quizzes. I did not even read the book at all, I only skimmed the materials he posted and still passed with a high grade.

Participation matters
5.0
2.0
HIST107108155
Grade: A+
Mar 28, 2018
Would take again

Took Professor Solheim for Hist 107, 108, and 155. All easy, and you can totally pass. He is an awesome professor and really cares about what he teaches.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
1.0
HIS108
Jun 18, 2018
Would take again

Weekly quizzes and only 4 discussion posts throughout the semester. There were three papers due (including the final), but they were no big deal. Very attentive with emails as well.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2018
Would take again

Very chill, just make sure you go to the glasses that have the group presentations (theyre based off of his book, super easy) do the quizzes every week, he prepared you for the easy final, and the two projects are really easy too. Very kind and caring too, and he has some very interesting stories, that actually help you with learning the material.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
HIS107
Grade: A
Jul 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I took his class online during spring, and it was a fast track class. Discussions were due each week, multiple quizzes due each week, and three papers due throughout the course. Everything was straight forward, but it was way too much reading and to me how he graded was not very clear. One discus. I didn't get full points and he would not tell me ?

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LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
HIST108
Jul 25, 2018
Would take again

Professor Solheim is the best history teacher, his lectures are interesting and his book is interesting as well. He put his own personal experience into the book her wrote and he talks about his personal experiences in class lecture as well.

GROUP PROJECTS
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
1.0
HIS108
Grade: A-
Aug 28, 2018
Would take again

If you did all assignment, you can get A easily. He has some quizzes, it only come from textbook and you can take quizzes in home. He has some group project that so easy. You don't have to be worried about his class

5.0
2.0
HIS108
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Solheim was an amazing Professor and I really enjoyed his class. I would honestly really recommend this class to everyone. He's supper accessible outside of class and gives amazing advice!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2018
Would take again

SERIOUSLY THE BEST HISTORY PROF I'VE EVER HAD. I hate history, but because of him I learned to love the subject. His lectures are so amazing and he incorporates his personal experiences to it. He always inspires and encourages his students. Take him before he retires, you'll never regret it!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
HIS108
Jan 16, 2019
Would take again

Best professor I've ever taken. I love his approach to history especially as a veteran. History is my least favorite subject but he makes me enjoy it. Straight to the point lectures. Class environment very friendly, had a real lockdown on campus, let me tell you I trust this guy with my life literally! Cares more about students than anything else!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIS108
Jan 24, 2019
Would take again

Love this guy. Take him before he retires. Citrus is really lucky to have him

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Feb 22, 2019
Would take again

You need the book or you won't pass. 3 Discussion boards, 12 quizzes, 2 film reviews (3-4pgs long), 1 compare and contrast paper (5-7pgs long), the midterm was mostly out of the book, the final is an essay. This class is very doable, but I feel like he is a tough grader. Overall, I enjoyed this class because you can get ahead on your work.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2019
Would take again

I took his course in the summer and it was the easiest class I have taken. Speak up every once in a while and do your work and you should be fine.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Group projects
4.0
3.0
HIST108
Jun 14, 2019
Would take again

Quiz every week, the answers are online if you google them, theres a midterm and a final and one report paper, super easy passed with an A

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EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
HIST108
Aug 5, 2019
Would take again

He is super easy!! I would recommend him to anyone who is trying to pass History. There were a quiz or two a week. The answers were online. One midterm multiple choice and final written paper. Passed with an A.

5.0
2.0
HIST155
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2019
Would take again

I was in Professor Solheim's very last History of the Vietnam War class and it was an incredible experience. His care and attachment to the subject with his personal history is tangible, and his textbooks (good price) are written by himself and are a really well-organized and "easy" read in that it wasn't droll. He's accomplished and really cool.

Respected
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
HIST108
Aug 15, 2019
Would take again

Solheim is awesome. He explains history so anyone can learn & understand its significance. He genuinely cares about teaching his classes. Workload is manageable, organized well & evenly spaced out. Responds to emails & most of what you'll need will be in the material he assigns. He makes everything relatable & easy to comprehend.

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Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
HIST101
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2019
Would take again

After taking this class I have grown to appreciate history even more. This was one of the funnest online classes I've had. I also enjoyed learning about his personal experiences tied into history. I recommend him to anyone that is interested in a great history class while also not having too heavy of a work load!

Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
HIS108
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2019
Would take again

You should take his class for history. If you fail midterm, you should go to his office hour. He gives you chance to write an essay question.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Easy A. If you really want to learn this class may not be for you. Solheim is a chill and laidback professor but his lectures are not very engaging. History is awesome, but this class makes it boring. However, it is very easy which is helpful if you're juggling other classes, so for me, it gets a 5.0. Online quizzes, online midterm, and two essays.

Respected
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
HISTORY108
Dec 15, 2019
Would take again

I took Dr. Solheim for fall 2019 Theres a 10 qs multiple choice quiz due every Sunday for that weeks. 1 multiple choice midterm that covers from chapter 1-7 and 1 in class written final. Dr. Solheim is very passionate about history, cares for his students giving more than enough extra credit to pass his class. Take his class before he retires!!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
HIS108
Grade: A+
Feb 18, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Solheim is simply a down-to-earth person. He is very passionate about his work that he even wrote his own textbook. His lectures are interesting and makes learning history quite enjoyable. He gives out weekly quizzes online that are very easy. Work load is simply just reading and occasionally writing film reviews. I recommend taking this class.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A-
Feb 20, 2020
Would take again

Prof Solheim is the best professor I've taken at Citrus College so far. He really loves history and it reflects on his lectures. Homework is very easy and tests and exams are easy too. Extra credit that is easy points if you're willing to read extra and do some writing. He cares about his students and is a genuine nice and interesting guy.

Respected
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
HIST155
Grade: A
May 21, 2020
Would take again

I loved this professor. Very interesting lectures. If you watch his lecture videos on canvas youll pass all your test and quizzes. Not a lot of hw except the midterm and final 6 pg papers.

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Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
HISTORY155
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2020
Would take again

Professor Solheim is an outstanding professor and a nice guy. He provides ample extra credit, usually pay to play. You will not need the extra credit, if you do the assignments and read the material. You will need "Vietnam War Generation Journal" as well as the textbook, both have a nice flow and are enjoyable to read.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
1.0
HST108
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Taking the online course, while the class is super easy he includes his own personal life in everything. The discussions are based on comics about his own life, in the tests and even in the midterm theres questions about himself and his family. The text book and extra credit books are all written by him and expensive? He needs to get over himself.

Tough grader
5.0
2.0
HIST155
Grade: A+
Jul 30, 2020
Would take again

I took Professor Solheim for Spring semester online. He's a great professor who is very passionate about history. You will need the textbook to pass this class. He's good at responding and is very helpful for questions that you have. He offers plenty of XC that is based off of books he wrote which are very interesting to read. Great teacher overall

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
3.0
HIST108
Grade: B-
Aug 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I didn't enjoy this class at all. Every week I felt like I was learning more about the teacher than I was about actual history. I think that this teacher is so full of himself. Because of this I feel like he deducted points on several of my discussion responses because I didn't praise his actions in his comics. At least I got the credits I needed.

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Tough grader
5.0
2.0
HIST155
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2020
Would take again

I took HIST 155 with Dr. Solheim during Spring 2020. The class consisted of discussions, 6 papers (minimum of 3 pages), interview project (4-5 pages), midterm (timed), and a final exam paper. He also provides a ton of extra credit if you need it & you do need to purchase textbooks. This was a very easy & interesting online class, highly recommend!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2020
Would take again

well, you just gotta spend the G to get the A. Wants you to buy his textbook. You can get an extra 10 percent by just buying and doing every single one of his books. And I think people probably don't care what he and his family did 20 years ago, but you need to know because he puts it in his quiz.

1.0
2.0
HIS108
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Solheim is an excellent professor in the field of Dr. Solheim. From buying his textbook for the class to buying his other books *extra* credit you can be sure you will be well versed in the study of Dr. Solheim. When did Frederick Douglass gain his freedom? Who cares? Solheim taught at the northernmost university in 2003! Pay-to-win for grades.

Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
1.0
HISTO155
Grade: A+
Feb 9, 2021
Would take again

Professor Solheim is a caring teacher. His online classes do not have zoom and he provides videos about the assignments of the week. He tries his best to keep us motivated and provides funny jokes. The assignments cycled through papers on two books, Hollywood films, and many extra credit opportunities. Will definitely take him for other courses!

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
HIST108
Feb 13, 2021
Would take again

A pretty easy class that will teach you absolutely nothing. Learn how to take his stupid quizzes and youre golden

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Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A
Aug 25, 2021
Would take again

Professor Solheim was great. His class was very easy, with mine being an online class, majority of the class was graded on discussion boards and a couple short papers which are more reflective than anything. What was great about him is that he has such an awesome life story which is evident through the textbook that he uses lots of life experience.

EXTRA CREDIT
Graded by few things
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
HIST108
Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2021
Would take again

Solheim's class is extremely easy. He wrote the textbook you need for the class and it's super insightful. He has a lot of knowledge and shares it well through his books. He gives you plenty of time for work and allows a lot of extra credit. A lot of the stuff is on Quizlet too ;)

Respected
Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
HIS107
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

Professor Solheim is a well organized, kind, and straightforward professor (and he answers emails). I have taken all three of his classes (107, 108, 155) and have enjoyed each. If you read the material, and do the work, you should get a solid A. If you missed a few points or need a buffer, there are always a few extra credit assignments available.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
HIS107
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2022
Would take again

This professor is great! I took his online class. It was easy and very straight forward. The textbook we used was called "Of The People Volume 1" and Professor Solheim set up all quizzes based on the 2nd and 3rd Edition which means the text book will cost about $5 because those are not the newest Edition of the textbook.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIS107
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2022
Would take again

There is an open book quiz for every chapter you read. 4 discussion responses. An open notes midterm with a short paragraph response. Two essays that were mostly based on your opinion about the Bill of Rights and the Gettysburg address. Final was an essay paper.

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HIST108
Jun 19, 2022
Would take again

Liked this professor, the weekly assignment was like read a comic from the text book and do a quiz so it was pretty light and the comics were interesting!

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HIST101
Grade: A
Aug 7, 2022
Would take again

5 years later and i still read Professor Solheims book! He was an amazing professor and I truly felt i learned so much while enjoying his class! In addition I loved that i didnt have to buy another textbook! Instead I got to learn about US history through the eye of an actual person.

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HIST108
Grade: B+
Sep 1, 2022
Would take again

I took his class during the summer term and it was amazing from the online lecture and from all of the assignment. I really enjoyed reading his textbook and comic for the extra credit. Would highly recommended him .

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HIST108
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2023
Would take again

Honestly phenomenal! I took Professor Solheim's history course during the spring session. Every week, there was one discussion board and a multiple choice quiz (all open book). One midterm (also open book). Four extra credit opportunities. Two final essays that are mostly opinion-based on progress. Buy the textbook at Cognella for the lowest cost.

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108
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2024
Would take again

He grades pretty easy and there is a lot of extra credit you can do. The one down side is that the materials are a little expensive, you have to pay for the extra credit books. Very easy class though!

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HIS108
Grade: A+
Jun 13, 2024
Would take again

Love that he includes his perspective and the little comic books at the beginning of the chapters. Easily accessible and very inspirational. The class and course are fun and easy. He is genuinely such a great professor, just do the work and you'll be fine. Gives extra credit opportunities, however, you must buy his comic books to do them.

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HIST108
Grade: A+
Jun 16, 2024
Would take again

Solheim is such a great professor and generally just an interesting guy. The textbooks a little pricey, but it was written by him and you get to learn a lot about his life and experiences. The class is very chill, you just do a couple discussion posts and open book quizzes once a week and there's two lightly graded papers at the end.

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HIST108
Grade: A
Sep 27, 2024
Would take again

Professor Solheim's class is a breeze. With weekly quizzes and minimal assignments, it's an easy A. The textbook he wrote adds a nice personal touch. unstuck ai and ChatGPT were lifesavers for acing the quizzes.

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108
Grade: A
Mar 20, 2025

Decent class, felt like history was taught from his opinion & pov rather than actuality. The book required was written by him, can't find PDF online. Discussions were usually based on his personal experiences & you have to relate it to a bigger picture. Extra credits were reviews for HIS comics. Odd but okay class.

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HIST108
Grade: A
Aug 8, 2025
Would take again

BEST PROFRSSOR EVER

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HIS108
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2025
Would take again

This class was honestly easy, I very much enjoyed his class and how he taught it. His books were very easy to read and informational, I learned things high school fails to mention or even lightly touch the subject on. Overall a chill professor as long as you get the work done which isn't hard! Would take again!

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