4.2

Bryan Puk

Social Science - University of Saskatchewan

4.2
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
60%
Would Retake
224
Reviews
4.2
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
4.2
Clarity

60%

Would Retake

224

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
224 total ratings

5

146

4

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3

16

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What Students Say

Worst prof I've had in a long time

SOC112 - 2.0 rating

If you get the chance to have this prof take it

SOC111AND112 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

55%

Textbook Required

64%

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Based on 36 grades
Most common grades:
A (11)
A+ (8)
B+ (6)
Grade Distribution
A(19)B(7)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(10)
Based on 39 reported grades
A: 11
A+: 8
B+: 6
B: 4
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Hilarious (12)
Participation matters (7)
Inspirational (7)
Respected (5)
Caring (5)
GRADED BY FEW THINGS (4)
Amazing lectures (3)
Clear grading criteria (2)
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Difficulty by Course

SOCVARIOUS

4.0

SOC100

3.0

SOCIOLOGY110

3.0

SOC

2.8

SOC2206

2.5

Reviews (222)
5.0
1.0
SOC214
Feb 6, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SOC
Feb 6, 2002

Deadly Prof..................... :)

5.0
1.0
SOC214
Feb 6, 2002

Awesome prof...loved the class and him!

5.0
1.0
SOC212
Feb 6, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Grade: A+
Feb 8, 2002

most interesting class ever

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Feb 28, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 1, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 1, 2002

best class ever, best prof ever!

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 1, 2002

He's so awesome!

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 1, 2002

Funny, Sexy, and Brains too. Two thumbs up!!!

5.0
2.0
SOC212
Mar 5, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SOC214
Grade: A
Mar 5, 2002

No Comments

5.0
3.0
SOC212
Mar 9, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 10, 2002

the best prof, interesting, easy, perfect

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 13, 2002

very funny n easy going

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 13, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SOC212
Mar 31, 2002

Take one of his classes, just to say you did!

5.0
2.0
SOC220
Apr 4, 2002

A BEAUTIFUL MIND...AND LOOKS AREN'T TOO BAD EITHER.

5.0
2.0
212
Grade: B-
Apr 4, 2002

E-Z coursework/ezam/paper/presentation. But interesting. Cheap text. '10'

5.0
2.0
SOC212
Apr 4, 2002

Does his gorgeous girlfriend have any identical twin sisters?

5.0
3.0
SOC
Grade: B+
Apr 5, 2002

makes you think for yourself

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Apr 7, 2002

Absolutely one of the best profs you could ever have!!!

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Apr 10, 2002

best prof ever!!!

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Apr 11, 2002

Amazing class! Amazing Prof! Take this class!!

5.0
1.0
SOC1106
Apr 15, 2002

the best sociology teacher ever

5.0
2.0
SOC220
Apr 16, 2002

We each got a chocolate hug with our final exam. Here's a hug in return (o).

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Apr 19, 2002

Amazing prof -- take this class

4.0
1.0
SOC212
Apr 23, 2002

No Comments

5.0
3.0
SOC100
Apr 26, 2002

fun fun great teacher

5.0
1.0
110
May 11, 2002

AWESOME!!! Interesting, funny, GOOD teacher

5.0
1.0
PSY214
Aug 25, 2002

Awesome guy.

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Oct 9, 2002

Best prof EVER!! I'm actually disappointed when I miss his class...

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Oct 17, 2002

I just wanna stick him in my back-pack and take him home ... he's so adorable.

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Oct 20, 2002

He loves what he does and it shows...teaching in moccassins is a nice touch.

4.0
3.0
SOC110
Oct 24, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SOC1106
Oct 31, 2002

Candlelit Halloween class was WOW. Game me goosebumps.

5.0
3.0
SOC1106
Nov 2, 2002

He is so cool that I often forget that I should be taking notes.

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Nov 6, 2002

Definately one of the best profs at this university!

5.0
1.0
110
Nov 21, 2002

easiest class ever, really good prof & nice guy

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Nov 26, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Nov 27, 2002

I thought I was too sexy for a Sociology class...until I took this one.

5.0
2.0
SOC2206
Dec 14, 2002

I'd love to unwrap him on Christmas morning :)

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Dec 16, 2002

A knight in shining amour!

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Dec 22, 2002

OH SO SWEET!

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Jan 8, 2003

He is a awesome prof

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Jan 9, 2003

easy class. very nice. funny. kinda cute. everyone has to take this course!!

4.0
2.0
110
Jan 23, 2003

guy has the easiest class i know, very funny person

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Feb 1, 2003

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SOC220
Feb 1, 2003

I like how sexy he looks wearing his moccasins. Definitely a briefs kinda guy!

5.0
2.0
SOC220
Feb 25, 2003

You are an amazing prof. I am in this class only because I have taken past classes with you.

5.0
3.0
SOC220
Mar 4, 2003

Honestly, the coolest person I know.-Colin

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Jul 17, 2003

Bryan was the best thing about this class. I hated the material but couldn't help liking the class. Brings in a lot of cool speakers. You rock Bryan!

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Sep 4, 2003

Seriously The Best Class EVER. Funny prof, easygoing class, SUPER EASY tests. Marks essays very hard tho. BUT if you are planning towards a carrer in Soc, i recommend taking another teacher since you do not learn much, it's more of a class for fun.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Oct 18, 2003

Puk is GREAT! His class is super easy, his material is VERY intersting, he give lots of classes off cause he is out of town. Take Sociology from him!

5.0
3.0
SOC110
Nov 3, 2003

I luv this class! I will take Soc 220

5.0
1.0
SOCIO110
Nov 13, 2003

Great prof!! The class moved kind of slowly, but taking notes was a breeze, he wrote everything on the board.

5.0
5.0
SOC
Nov 16, 2003

good guy

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Dec 19, 2003

The class was an easy credit, and the material was interesting. Unfortunately the class moved very slow, and he needs to learn a little about technology.

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Dec 26, 2003

awesome prof!

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Dec 27, 2003

Easiest tests ever. He's a great guy, very funny. You don't learn a lot though. If you're looking for an easy credit, this is the class for you. Great class.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Feb 25, 2004

Awesome class! My favorite class! He makes everything interesting, cool guest speakers, he's funny, good tests.

4.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 2, 2004

Easy prof, really interesting. The stuff that would be on the test was spelled out in class beforehand. Not the best class to take if you are planning a future in sociology though.

1.0
3.0
SOC110
Mar 8, 2004

Puts same midterms a print shop and doesnt change them so class was curved down 12%. Frustrating and offensive.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Grade: A+
Mar 24, 2004

OK, but some questionable conduct in regards to marking. Needs to be more honoring of total subject matter. Material presented in informative and interesting way. Engaging. Could be more professional.

1.0
3.0
SOC110
Mar 26, 2004

Brian is a good prof, however there are a few concerns. He curved down our marks 10-12%. How do you define "academic integrity" at the U of S? We are being punished for being smart. I don't see any logic in that!

4.0
3.0
SOC110
Apr 7, 2004

How could he curve our marks down 10-12% if not every student knew that the same midterm was in the print shop! Cause I didn't know and I just read those posts and i'm choked! He was a great prof, until I read those comments!

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Apr 11, 2004

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Apr 14, 2004

He's probably one of the most humble and down to earth profs you could ever have. He asks that you call him Bryan instead of professor or Mr, because he says titles are for people with insecurities! Awesome prof.

2.0
1.0
SOC110
Apr 14, 2004

This class was honestly a waste of time, we went for about a month and a half without taking any notes- but hey if you are looking for a class to get a high mark in- take his class ;)

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Apr 25, 2004

Bryan is a GREAT guy, super nice and makes the class really interesting. The tests were good and it was my favorite class!!!

2.0
3.0
SOC110
Apr 28, 2004

If the course was suppose to be about deviancy and pro-prostitution then it was successful. However I learned little else. Easy credit, but learned next to nothing. Behaviour is questionable.

5.0
1.0
SOC
Apr 29, 2004

He is a very good prof. On the easy side but can trick you sometimes with harder marking than you might expect. Very down to earth, which is a nice change!

1.0
5.0
SOC220
Jul 15, 2004

Class a complete joke! Absolutely no academic integrity. Belittles the whole University. I want my money back!!!

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Jul 24, 2004

His class was super easy!!! Awesome guy and fun to talk to.

2.0
1.0
SOC110
Aug 10, 2004

I could have gotten more out of reading the textbook than attending the class.

1.0
5.0
SOC110
Aug 12, 2004

Worst Prof ever. I learned nothing except the difference in pet names. Makes you feel guilty becauase of your gender and race. When I asked for help it was like talking to a 5 year old. No straight answers. His hand trembling distracted me too much.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Aug 17, 2004

Bryan is an awesome Prof with interesting views on the world around him. He turned a potentialy boring class into something i really enjoyed. He is a great guy and very easy to talk to. Keep up the good work.

1.0
1.0
SOC1016
Aug 19, 2004

No Comments

5.0
4.0
SOC110
Aug 19, 2004

Easy class with a very down to earth prof!

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Aug 26, 2004

Easy class. Exams take you less than 2 hours to complete. Easy 6 credits

2.0
1.0
SOC110
Sep 9, 2004

May be great if all you want is an easy credit but if you are at university to actually learn avoid him. May be a "nice guy" but completely unprofessional.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Sep 18, 2004

He makes the class alot of fun, he presents interesting topics to the class and is very open to any discussion topic. He is very funny.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Oct 1, 2004

Great Prof!!!Awesome..no better words can be used.

5.0
1.0
SOC1106
Oct 6, 2004

Yah he's very easy to get along with, and makes the subjects easy to follow...plus being a cutie also helps... ;)

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Oct 8, 2004

An excellent prof... you will never fall asleep in his class. Don't even need the text cus he teaches everything so well. Very funny but still professional. I learned a lot in his class and had a good time doing it. Not often you can say that.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Oct 17, 2004

I'm a slacker and didn't go much, still did really good, classes i did go to were very entertaining

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Oct 25, 2004

Sometimes you think you're going to get an good mark because the class is so easy, and then the curve hits you in the face. Bryan's class was informative, but taught at a grade 8 level.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Nov 22, 2004

Good prof. Test are very simple (he doesn't agree with the whole exam process). He's funny and makes class not seem like it lasts forever. His T.A. will get you on assignments though; harsh marker.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Nov 26, 2004

This guy belittles the university. He's a good prof, but way too super easy to be a Professor. I hardly even learned anything and still got a really high mark. I wish all my classes were like his.

5.0
1.0
SOCI110
Dec 9, 2004

Great prof.. makes the class interesting.. the midterm was super easy too. There is never a dull moment with Brian.. love how he always asks for show and tell! take this class with brian its fun great and easy

1.0
1.0
SOC110
Jan 4, 2005

This guy is a joke. Take his class if you don't mind paying $800 to learn **** all. Even though it was my least challenging class, it was my lowest mark, because he had to curve the midterm down about 13%. Total waste of time. If you do have him, don't buy the text, you honestly won't need it.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Jan 11, 2005

Easiest class I have ever taken. Bryan is a funny guy. Do not buy the text it's a waste of $. Take this if u have to take a soc 110!

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Jan 13, 2005

This was an extremely easy class, but interesting too. Text not needed, but still good to have if you plan on going further with SOC. He's a cool guy, had an end of class get together for us...I wont say any more about tha.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Feb 25, 2005

Bryan is a great teacher, he makes class enjoyable. Mid-term was easy. Great 1st year class.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 31, 2005

this guy is awesome.. definately take soc 110 from him... you don't even need the text!

3.0
1.0
SOC110
Jun 29, 2005

Puk is a really funny guy, but sometimes crosses the line. This class is a waste if you want to learn something other than common sense. Its good if you need to take it - you don't have to go to class, but watch out because the TAs mark way harder than Puk.

4.0
5.0
SOCIOLOGY
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2005

Easy class. Interesting but some things he teaches are borderline. Way too much emphasis on deviance (sexual especially). TA marked some answers wrong on exam that were right. Got the marks from him though. Easy but you won't really learn anything.

4.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY
Jul 28, 2005

Awesome prof, i'll never forget his suit jacket over a grey hoody, with jeans and velco shoes he bragged about from wal-mart. great guy and he made the class fun!

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Aug 19, 2005

I thought in order to be a prof you actually have to know something, but taking his class I realized that all you need is just lack of common sense. Waste of money class and sometimes he tried to imitated Bob's style for that 70's show, what a prof!

5.0
1.0
SOC110AND220
Grade: A
Aug 30, 2005

Very nice prof and an excellent person. He is extremly helpful with the papers/presentations. He is very clear, and organized. Just go to the class, and then the material would be so easy that you wouldn't need to go through it for the exams. The class is extremly easy. the only negative thing i found was that he is not willing to give high 90s.

4.0
1.0
SOC110
Sep 12, 2005

Great class, but don't buy the text! Bryan made the class fun and interesting, but really you rately need to attend in order to do well. Marks extremely easy and tests are kind or a joke. Great way to get an awesome mark in your first year, but won't learn much to use in future Soc classes.

5.0
2.0
SOC1106
Sep 20, 2005

Smart, sexy, funny, compassionate...wish I could fit him in my backpack and take him home with me ;)

5.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY110
Sep 20, 2005

I hear that his classes are awesome and he should be cloned because I've been trying to get into his class without success for two years and they are always the first to fill up.

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Sep 22, 2005

HE makes his lectures soo interesting, and he always has show and tell before class whcih kinda grabs everyones' attention!

5.0
2.0
SOC1106
Sep 29, 2005

My most favourite class this year. Bryan has inspired me to change my major to Sociology.

4.0
2.0
SOC110
Sep 29, 2005

Calm down ladies ;-)

5.0
2.0
SOC1102203
Grade: B-
Oct 3, 2005

Bryan was a great teacher and has inspired many students to change thier majors because of his commitment and compasion for the social sciences. Every year Bryan has been the number one teacher nomiated for the teacher excellence award and his teaching clearly shows why! He also makes himself available to students that require his help and is a ve

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Oct 27, 2005

Awesome class and prof

4.0
2.0
SOC110
Nov 5, 2005

Yah, he's HOT!!

5.0
1.0
SOC227
Nov 28, 2005

Prof you'd most likely want to have a beer with

5.0
2.0
SOCIO110
Dec 14, 2005

Great Prof. / Watch a lot of movies / good pace / knows his**** / brings in cool guest speakers / good marks !

5.0
1.0
SOC110
Dec 17, 2005

Professor Puk brings great guest speakers to his class, especially Rick Langlais. The group discussions are pretty fun, and most would agree that he is one of the best teachers in the entire university!

3.0
3.0
SOC
Jan 21, 2006

Nice enough person, but girls watch out!!

5.0
3.0
SOC2206
Jan 31, 2006

What a romantic! He brought his first ever girldfriend for SHOW & TELL to class. They haven't seen each other for the past 25 years and now it looks like they're back together again. She's absolutely gorgeous. What an incredible romance story.

3.0
3.0
SOC
Feb 1, 2006

Interesting classes, but if one reads other comments, things are not always as they seem! Enough said!

3.0
4.0
SOC
Feb 24, 2006

no comment

3.0
1.0
SOC110
Mar 2, 2006

Well, I didn't learn a great deal in his class other than deviance and prostitution. I got a great mark so that was a bonus. To all the young women attending his class - look out, he's a player.

5.0
1.0
SOC1106
Mar 6, 2006

Super easy content, which is delivered by a great instructor. For those of you who don't think that this is the best class ever, I will say this to you. Give your head a shake!!! The only real amount of work comes when you have to write a 5 page essay.

5.0
1.0
SOC
Mar 8, 2006

Funny, Sexy, Intelligent, Easy to talk to, Willing to listen, He's all that! :)

4.0
3.0
SOC
Mar 10, 2006

No Comment

2.0
3.0
SOC110
Apr 27, 2006

Appeals to the kind of student who types in all caps and likes to eat pizza.

4.0
2.0
110220
May 5, 2006

He is a good teacher and very easy. You always know what he expects from you. Interesting topics as well.

1.0
1.0
1106
May 14, 2006

If you are someone who is interested in taking upper year Soc. classes, do not enter this man's class. He writes his notes out on the board, sort of like grade school. If you are looking for an easy mark, go for it. Personally, I think he needs to be removed.

5.0
1.0
SOC110
May 30, 2006

Easiest and most interesting class I took in my entire degree. Great choice if you're looking to fill a 100 level arts elective. I can't believe how little work I had to do. It was a 6 credit class and I've done 5 times as much work for a 3 credit class.

4.0
2.0
SOC110
Sep 7, 2006

He was a really clear teacher. His papers and exams were marked fairly. He often lets the class out 15-20 minutes early if you have a class right after this is a great perk.

5.0
1.0
SOCIO110
Nov 14, 2006

Puk is the man, if you have a hard first or second year take this class easy on the mind and generous with the marks..

5.0
1.0
SOCI110
Dec 12, 2006

Awesome teacher, really fun classes

2.0
4.0
SOC110
Dec 16, 2006

Funny guy, and can make class interesting at times. Tests are extremely hard, even if you work hard he doesn't recognize thoughts other than his own. Tests are short answer and consist of like 5 questions. Class is boring and useless

5.0
1.0
SOC220
Apr 14, 2007

Brian is a great prof! Very approachable, the material is very easy and straight forward. He makes the class very interesting. His assignments are a lot of fun, and note taking in the class is ridiculously easy, he wrote everything on the board! I definately recommend taking a class from him!

4.0
1.0
SOC110
Apr 30, 2007

class was so easy but also interesting. concepts were very easy to understand and the tests were practically a joke. but for some reason this class was hard to get a good mark in. very very very hard essay marker.

4.0
1.0
SOC110
May 7, 2007

Puk was OK. His tests were stupid; the midterm only had 15 short answer Q's, and the final was similar. His lectures are funny and easygoing, yet you cant think that the tests will be the same. I went to every class, worked hard on the paper, and studied hard for the final and still only hot a C. Still, I'ld recommend him to anyone.

5.0
1.0
SOC220
May 21, 2007

Bryan rocks! His class was interesting and fun, it's a little kindergarten (ie he writes his notes on the board super slowly), but I got an 83% and I missed 50% of the classes. TAKE THIS CLASS IF YOU WANT AN EASY GRADE!

4.0
1.0
SOC110
Dec 10, 2007

Great Prof if you have the chance take Sociology from him

5.0
1.0
SOC227
Mar 26, 2008

Bryan is a great prof. Everything is straight forward and I find that his style of marking is fair as long as you study and prepare decently enough. I will definitely take another class from him... He's been my best prof so far in 3 years of university.

5.0
2.0
SOC220
Apr 19, 2008

Bryan is an amazing prof, he keeps things light and interesting. No tricks on exams, if you study you are going to well. Not so generous with essay marks. I have taken every possible class I can take with Bryan and I am sad that I cannot take anymore with him!

2.0
2.0
SOC2
Apr 29, 2008

This guy is a loser. He pretends to be a nice guy, but when it comes down to it he's a real jerk. Gives super easy assignments and exams and makes up for it by killing you on papers. No sense of fairness, all he cares about is his class average.

5.0
1.0
SOC111
Jan 12, 2009

Very easy to understand! Kept the class interesting. He has a great sense of humour. Tests are directly from in-class notes. Reading the required text is NOT required! =D On the downside, Bryan is a VERY HARD essay marker, he has extremely high expectations. Also, his notes in class are presented in a very slow (at times tedious) manner.

5.0
5.0
SOC112
Apr 19, 2009

His assignments are really easy but the papers and exams are really hard. Best advice is take notes on everything he says

4.0
1.0
SOC112
May 1, 2009

Awesome prof!!! His exams are directly from the notes he has given. His finals are from the midterm on which makes studying much easier. He is a bit tough on papers but I have had much harder markers before. If you don't go to class make sure you get his notes thats all. I have been in 2 of his classes and never opened the text once.

5.0
2.0
SOC110
Jun 28, 2009

He was fantastic. Easy class, if you read your notes you did well on the exam. He was super fun and down to earth. I would highly reccomend him!

5.0
2.0
SOC112
Sep 16, 2009

The best prof ever. He is kind, funny and will go out of his way to help you any way he can. I had to drop one of his classes due to a time conflict and it literally broke my heart. Bryan is an AWESOME prof - i highly recommend taking any class with him

5.0
1.0
SOC112
Sep 27, 2009

Definitely an awesome prof., he seems more real and approachable than many others. It's easy to do good in his classes if you read your notes basically.

5.0
1.0
SOC111
Dec 7, 2009

Funny guy. I like how he welcomes you to class every time and says "Good to see you. Welcome back!" Immediately after that, he'll ask you if you have anything for show and tell. Occasionally, he would force you to tell the class about your weekend.

5.0
1.0
SOC111
Dec 20, 2009

Extremely easy and fun class. His exams are straight out of the notes so make sure to write things down.

4.0
2.0
SOC1
Mar 4, 2010

Midterms and final are stupid, really easy so he marks down for the smallest things ever,does not tell u what he expects;uses papers a vihecle to bring the marks down, he may not even read them, cuz most ppl get the same mark(me and 6 of my fr had the same mark)A good class to do NOTHING(no h/w) in, but if u r looking for 80 and up good luck.

4.0
1.0
SOC112
Apr 25, 2010

Easy class work. Exams and papers are alright. Buying the textbook should not be necessary as it is never mention / used in class or in the notes.

5.0
2.0
SOC111
Apr 26, 2010

BEST. PROF. EVER.

5.0
1.0
SOC112
Jul 27, 2010

Puk is an awesome prof, he always made class interesting and he LOVES to try and include the class, whether or not they want to be included is another question.

3.0
3.0
SOC220
Dec 1, 2010

He's not that great as everyone describes him here.. Talks to slow, and sometimes too quiete (which can become frustrating). Takes 30 sec. to write each sentence on a board and then talk about it (takes way too much time away from students!).

3.0
2.0
SOC112
Apr 9, 2011

On the fence with this one. His "show and tell" takes up too much time, and his lectures go so slowly! At times disorganized (did not go over the exam or paper with us even though he said he would), and marking seems to be random. But I guess suitable for a first year class.

5.0
5.0
SOC220
May 26, 2011

Puk is AMAZING, he tries his best to get the class involved in his lectures and pulls as many current real world examples in as possible. You could do a Community Service Learning approach to his class which gets you out at a organization and seeing what your learning in person. AMAZING class, easy credits!

4.0
1.0
SOC111
Jun 9, 2011

My best prof yet in 3 years. I was actually sad when the class ended. I looked forward to his class every week. He is hilarious! Not your typical dry prof. Very fair and just wants you to do well. Don't buy the text, know your notes word for word for the midterm(usually around 5-6 pages of notes) and know the main concepts for the final(non comp)

5.0
1.0
SOC111
Jun 28, 2011

Byan truly cares for his students. He is hilarious. I wish students would give him more respect. He is an easy marker and very easy going in regards to.. everything. I would take another class from him

5.0
3.0
SOC112
Jan 26, 2012

What I love is that the words that come out of his mouth are first filered through his heart. BEAUTIFUL.

5.0
1.0
SOC111
Jul 18, 2012

Awesome prof, need to go to class as he doesn't post his notes. Exams are extremely easy as it is word for word from the notes he gives in class. He is funny, shows videos and gives really good real world examples. It is interactive and time goes by fast.

5.0
2.0
SOC111
Aug 14, 2012

Super instructor! Be sure to go to class since interaction adds so much to learning.

5.0
2.0
SOC112
Aug 15, 2012

Great professor! Encourages interaction with student and at the same time gives spaces if no one wishes to answer. No use of the book but you need to go to class as his exams are word by word from the notes. Uses videos and paper material which is a great to visualize the material.

5.0
1.0
SOC112
Sep 8, 2012

A very laid back prof. You just really need to go to his class because his exams will be everything from his notes. Don't buy the textbook. Just go to his classes and listen. He presents interesting and good videos, too. :)

5.0
1.0
SOC220
Nov 12, 2012

Brian is awesome, such a great teacher. He is laid back, always has interesting lectures. Taking a soc. class from Brian is a must!

5.0
2.0
SOC227
Dec 11, 2012

I took some distance classes with this Professor and he was extremely helpful and the courses were outlined perfectly. Would definitely take another class with him.

4.0
1.0
SOC111
Sep 4, 2013

Easy class. Don't buy the textbook - he doesn't use it or test on it. If you're expecting to learn a lot, you'll be disappointed. A lot of wasted class time. Good elective.

5.0
3.0
SOC111
Grade: B
Oct 1, 2013

Amazing prof. Incredibly smart man

5.0
2.0
SOC321
Oct 16, 2013

Great class and great teacher! There are only 4 units, and for each you just fill out these straight forward blue sheets. There is also a paper, but you just pick an argument from your text and summarize. Final is also super straight forward. GREAT 300 level

5.0
1.0
SOC130
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2013

Bryan is great

4.0
3.0
SOC112
Jan 10, 2014

Charming prof! He made the class so interesting to attend. Hard marker on paper though. Textbook is not necessary.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY112
Grade: Pass
May 20, 2014

Great prof. Always kept the class interested with lectures. Easy class. Tests straight out of your notes. Do not need the textbook. Suggest taking the class for an elective or average booster.

5.0
1.0
SOCI321
Jul 22, 2014

Such agreat, humble and understanding proff. I took Soci 321 online with him and I definately recommend his class.

2.0
1.0
SOC111
Aug 17, 2014

Bryan is friendly and funny, but the content of his lectures were superficial and obvious to anyone interested in social issues. Unlike my other professors, Bryan did not clearly indicate his expectations for the research paper or essay questions. Easy to get a good mark, difficult to get an exceptional mark without clear instructions.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Aug 25, 2014

It is a privilege to be in Bryan's classes. He is interesting, informed, humble and offers some very unique--and, dare I say, accurate--perspectives on today's social issues. I highly recommend taking at least one class from him.

4.0
1.0
SOC112
Grade: A+
Nov 2, 2014

Bryan's lectures are really interesting, and he often cuts them off short. Not going to push a ton of content at you - classes move slowly as he writes every word on the board and you do not need the textbook. At all. Don't buy it, don't read it. Really easy class, but everyone gets an average mark. No 100%'s here, but no failing grades either.

5.0
1.0
SOC111AND112
Grade: A-
Dec 4, 2014

Loved this guy, he made me very interested in the materials and was able to engage the class

4.0
1.0
SOC111
Dec 9, 2014

Prof was funny and made the work very, very easy. A good elective to take if you want to bring your average up. Exams were not challenging.

5.0
1.0
112
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2014

He is an awesome prof and is one of the best profs at the U of S. This man is very very smart.

4.0
2.0
SOC111
Grade: A-
Dec 30, 2014

2 multiple choice midterms and a multiple choice final. Pretty easy. Go to class and don't buy the text.

2.0
4.0
SOC112
Jan 6, 2015

Gave some incorrect definition compared to textbook. Grading seemed random for paper. Tested on the "optional" book about a hitman finding jesus. Could not settle a debate with a student whom he let run the class. More of her hollering than him lecturing some days. Okay person rough prof.

3.0
4.0
SOCVARIOUS
Jan 6, 2015

Not challenging, made a few good points I already knew about education and gender studies and if you were interested in sociology, wgst, etc, you would likely already know. Graded tough though lecture was boringly easy. Only plus is now I have a prereq over with. Had to use text to explain what he didnt cover. Tested on recommended text as well

2.0
1.0
SOC112
Jan 6, 2015

Worst prof I've had in a long time. Not very helpful and had no backbone when students were running his class. Awful lecturer. You'd get more out of reading the textbook than you would attending lectures. Also tested on material that was not mandatory for the class. Boringly simplistic.

4.0
1.0
SOC112
Grade: A-
Jan 6, 2015

Super Easy Class, Didn't actually learn a ton though

4.0
2.0
SOC111
Feb 6, 2015

I would definitely take a class from him in the future, he made the topic so interesting! No papers, his tests are fairly easy multiple choice however he uses a lot of examples that are from class (so if you should up you'll do great).

3.0
1.0
SOC111
Grade: A
Mar 18, 2015

VERY easy prof. Teaches two Soc and they are very similar in content, they even have the same criteria (attendance, midterm, paper and a final). If you want to boost your GPA take this class, but of you are looking for a lecture that will make you question the meaning of life, do not take this class. Easy prof and class and that sums it all up.

3.0
1.0
SOC111
Mar 19, 2015

Bryan is the most boring prof I have ever had. Although he tests easy, it is worth taking Soc from another prof. I feel like I learned nothing, and going to class was a real struggle. On the plus side, he goes through notes so slowly you can do notes for your other classes while in Soc, and you won't miss any information.

4.0
1.0
SOC111
Grade: A+
Mar 27, 2015

Highly recommend this class. He is so easy to learn from. Makes the class very enjoyable and is hilarious to listen to.

5.0
1.0
111
Grade: A+
Apr 6, 2015

Sociology with Bryan was a breeze. One midterm and one final worth 50% each sounds intimidating but it isn't at all. Midterm exam consisted of 10 pages of in class notes and 2 chapters out of the textbook. Final exam was not comprehensive and consisted of everything after the midterm which was 20 pages of notes and 1.5 chapters out of the textbook.

5.0
2.0
SOC321
Grade: B+
Apr 22, 2015

Professor is very helpful to students in regards to class work and assignments. Very strict grader which helps students focus more on their mistakes and overcome those.

3.0
1.0
SOC111
May 1, 2015

was a great prof, gave very reasonable tests and exam but lectures were super boring and not very clear

1.0
1.0
SOC106
Grade: B
May 2, 2015

If you want a get 75% for showing up, take his class. If you want to learn anything about sociology or to study and get 90%, don't. Exams- 60% given to you- 40% anecdotal info mentioned in passing, semantics, his feelings and the names from hypothetical examples- if he mentions his shoe size, take note; it may be worth 2% of your final grade.

3.0
2.0
SOC111
Grade: B+
Jun 15, 2015

He speaks very quietly, so it's best to sit at the front. He seems nice enough, but his class isn't overly enjoyable unless everyone participates.

4.0
1.0
SOC11
Grade: B
Jun 27, 2015

Interesting but basically all you have to do to pass is show up and even that's optional. There was three tests given all year including the final and it was roughly 70 questions total in all three tests combined. And he wears kitten sweaters which is chill.

4.0
1.0
SOC111
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2015

Bryan is such a nice guy, this class was nice and easy, i would recommend it to any one looking for some humanities credits. How ever dont skip class because he asked questions on the exams that are only from his lectures.

2.0
2.0
SOC111
Aug 7, 2015

Bryan was ridiculous. The class was boring and often deviated from the syllabus. Doesn't use the mic properly so get ready to miss a lot of key information. His tests are stupid easy and often don't involve much of the course material.

5.0
1.0
1234
Grade: A-
Aug 7, 2015

I LOVE THIS PROFESSOR

5.0
1.0
SOC112
Grade: A
Sep 7, 2015

Bryan is a great teacher that uses an interactive approach to teach his students. His classes were kept interesting and his tests were exceptionally easy. You must show up to class, because he does not post his notes on blackboard. Notes are very brief and classes are based more on the mini (not graded) activities in class. 10/10 prof

5.0
1.0
SOC111
Sep 14, 2015

Brian's class was my favourite by far. Very easy, but he really facilitates your learning. Very good guest speaker as well. Brian's the best.

4.0
1.0
SOC11
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2015

Bryan's class is very easy. He doesn't change the midterms from first to second semester, so I recommend taking it second semester and find someone who has a copy of the midterm from the first semester. Easiest 90 you will ever get. I didn't go to class at all the second half of the term and got an easy credit. Highly recommended for an easy credit

5.0
1.0
SOC112
Mar 8, 2016

Bryan is super good! He is slow when writing notes which is nice because your able to pay attention more. He always does show and tell and asks you to show and tell. Tests are generally easy if you know your stuff. And he always cuts class short. One essay that was pretty simple. Would take again for sure!

2.0
1.0
SOC112
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2016

His class was a joke. I showed up to every single lecture so that I could take notes, of which there were very few, in order to get a 100% on his multiple choice questions. Each class consisted of a boring, common sense lecture and then typically a video from 20-40 years ago and or random youtube videos/ ted talks. Not worth the easy mark.

2.0
1.0
SOC11
Grade: A+
May 17, 2016

easiest class to date

4.0
3.0
SOC111
Grade: B+
Oct 18, 2016
Would take again

The professor not only speaks from his mind but also from his heart. He inspires the students to be the best that they can be and I have greatly enjoyed attending the classes. Two thumbs up!

Participation matters
Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
SOC111AND112
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2016
Would take again

Other profs should take his class so they can learn to teach more effectively

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
SOC111
Mar 29, 2017
Wouldn't take again

a Professor par Excellence

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
SOC112
Apr 11, 2017
Would take again

By far the best prof I have ever had. He is nice, funny and genuinely cares about his students and wants them to do well. Easy as long as you attend class. Write down EVERYTHING from the smart board. No need for the textbook. Only one essay. TAKE HIS CLASS YOU WILL LOVE IT AND HIM!! :)

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
SOC111
May 15, 2017
Would take again

A passionate professor...

2.0
2.0
SOC111
Grade: B-
Aug 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Class material was boring enough without being forced to listen to his boring lectures. Just the whole class was not for me. Managed to force myself through it for the pass, but will never seek a class with him again. Way to unprofessional of a prof for what I enjoy at the university level. Be prepared for his incredible lack of charisma. Blah

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
SOC111AND112
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 9, 2017
Would take again

AMAZING PROF!!! If you get the chance to have this prof take it! The most inspirational man I have met and seems to care about how his students do! He knows what he is talking about and usually dumbs it down for the class so it is very easy to understand!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
1.0
SOC111AND112
Sep 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Don't bother with the text, he'll take exam questions from the notes only, and if you've taken another class with him they'll be the same questions. Lots of videos, some interesting but nothing is connected to the course content. Same with class "discussions". Easy exam marks but you won't learn anything in this class.

1.0
1.0
SOC227
Sep 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Readings were unbelievably dated, many of them 20 years old, even the module on technology. No current issues, no current material. Exam questions were from the self-study notes and if you've taken SOC111/112 they're the same questions. Easy marks but you won't learn much.

5.0
1.0
SOC112
Grade: A+
Sep 13, 2017
Would take again

Good prof don't buy the textbook. He is very friendly and approachable. If you get the chance and are interested in sociology take the class with Bryan!

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
SOC111
Nov 3, 2017
Would take again

Really awesome professor! Shows lots of character and is absolutely hilarious! Take a class with Bryan! Does show and tell for half the class and writes very slow so he is easy to follow when taking notes!

Respected
Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
1.0
SOC111
Dec 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Nice guy but painfully slow giving lectures and half of the notes he gives make zero sense. Midterms were super easy but the essay component of the course was brutally marked and no feedback was provided.

Tough Grader
Hilarious
3.0
2.0
SOC112
Grade: B+
Dec 22, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Bryan is a kind man. I honestly was disappointed in his lectures. I wanted to learn more about sociology .

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
1.0
SOC112
Apr 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Focuses tons on sex and his show and tell but easy class to follow!

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
2.0
SOC111
Grade: A+
Jul 20, 2018
Would take again

He's funny and nice to students. Very lenient.

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
SOC112
Sep 9, 2018
Would take again

Professor Put is a kind, funny man. His lectures are very straight forward. There isn't as many notes as in other classes I have taken. Study your notes, and you will do fine!

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
1.0
SOC111
Jan 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Horrible professor who doesn't know anything about the subject matter at hand. Spent two classes talking about prison lingo from the 60s. 90 questions for 100% of your grade. Easiest class you'll ever take, but you will learn absolutely nothing.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
SOC112
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

He is the best man and professor at u if s! All other instructors should follow his path! He loves what he does and put more energy to make it interesting! If u want to upgrade your marks, take him u will never regret!

Participation matters
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SOC111
May 28, 2019
Would take again

took this course in the spring and Bryan is one cool dude!! Just show up, take notes, and study them for midterms and a good grade will result from it! Brings in interesting guest speaker, and really tries to make class enjoyable and interesting for his students.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
SOC112
Jul 19, 2019
Would take again

I enjoyed coming to class every day. He is such a funny dude and makes the class very enjoyable. His midterm was really easy, just show up and take notes. I would definitely recommend him. He is also really into class discussions.

5.0
2.0
SOC112
Jul 20, 2019
Would take again

It was an awesome class and he was an awesome prof. I love how he writes his notes on the board and not through a powerpoint! So much better and easy to follow. Participate lots as he give you lots of chances to speak so do it. Pretty much my best summer class.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
SOC111
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

Bryan Puk is by far the most chill prof I've come across. He focuses on discussions rather than giving you the info. notes are minimal and exams are fair. i would 100% recommend this prof if youre looking for a class to enjoy going to.

2.0
3.0
SOC227
Jun 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Could be a good professor, but often gives you little to no explanation about assignments but still expects it to be done to his liking. Gives you options as to how many module questions you would like to answer and does not require you to comment on others posts, but also says you will not get full marks if you do not answer all of them and reply.

3.0
2.0
SOC227
Grade: Rather not say
Jul 7, 2020
Would take again

Seems like he would be a great prof in person, but his online classes are below average. The syllabus is confusing and not very clear. Course consisted of 13 module discussions and a term paper, which was nice, but he doesn't give you your grades until the end of term. He also does not give discussion feedback, which is annoying.

Respected
Graded by few things
1.0
1.0
SOC227
Grade: B
Aug 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Puk was a frustrating professor to take an online class with. I went all semester without seeing a single grade and when I asked him for my marks he said that I couldn't see them until the class is over. His discussion posts say that you have to answer one or more questions but if you only answer 1-3 he will give you a failing mark

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