3.0

Cindy Epperson

Sociology - St. Louis Community College at Meramec

3.0
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
40%
Would Retake
99
Reviews
3.0
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
2.9
Helpful
3.0
Clarity

40%

Would Retake

99

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

I'm going to be brutal here

SOC101 - 1.0 rating

Pretentious w/out cause

SOC101 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

98%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 37 grades
Most common grades:
B (17)
A (9)
Drop/Withdrawal (8)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(18)C(1)D(9)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 49 reported grades
B: 17
A: 9
Drop/Withdrawal: 8
B+: 5
Common Tags
Get ready to read (18)
Lots of homework (16)
Tough grader (16)
Skip class? You won't pass. (11)
Participation matters (7)
Gives good feedback (6)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
Tough Grader (5)
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SOCEVIL

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SOCIOLOGY101

5.0

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SOC203

4.2

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Reviews (99)
3.0
3.0
SOC
Apr 12, 2003

No Comments

2.0
2.0
SOC
Dec 8, 2003

It would help if she were a little more personable, and not so stern. The tests are very easy, as well as the homework. But the teacher is scary.

5.0
2.0
SOC
Mar 16, 2004

I thought this teacher was very good. If the classroom took time to ask questions and prove that you are interested, she will like you and be willing to help out much more than you would imagine. Stay focused and it will be a breeze.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Apr 30, 2004

No Comments

5.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY
May 27, 2004

very very knowledgable and very interesting. always so organized and prepared for class. a big favorite. no problem at all as long as you listen in class.

5.0
4.0
SOC
Jan 27, 2005

All you have to do in this class, is do your homework (read the book and the power-point). If you memorize the terminology, you'll be just fine. There is nothing hard about this class. Only one thing that I didn't like was - the final group project. That is easy only if,you get into a nice group.

3.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY
Mar 4, 2005

I really didn't care for the teacher at all. She was totally into PowerPoint slides and would get mad if you didn't print them off yourself. She was very stern and didn't have much of a personality.

3.0
3.0
SOC101
Jun 16, 2005

This teacher is good, and it is easy to do the little bit of work that she assigns, as long as you are not a total slacker. However, this teacher was supposed to print something for me once, and told me that she would rather eat her lunch and that it was my problem. I thought it was very female dogish of her to do so.

3.0
3.0
SOC101
Aug 21, 2005

she will try to scare you off by saying class will be very hard, its not to bad you can get a good grade but she isnt that cool of a teacher not very personable, pretty grumpy actually

5.0
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EVIL
Aug 24, 2005

Mrs. Epperson's class was so interesting! She knows a great deal on what she talks about and her class was fun. Her tests are extremely easy if you study even just a little. I would reccommend her for sure.

4.0
2.0
IDSEVIL
Sep 23, 2005

Final assignment...10 page research paper w/ works cited. I turned in 5 pages, no work cited and got an 80%. She also has very easy extra credit assignments.

5.0
1.0
SOC201
Oct 12, 2005

she's hot. period.

4.0
4.0
THEEVILCLASS
Oct 25, 2005

No Comments

5.0
4.0
SOCEVIL
Oct 25, 2005

I took Cindy's Evil class and Sociology class and found her to be VERY helpful and SUPER nice! I still keep in contact with her and very people oriented!!! AWESOME JOB CINDY!!!! I hope to take more classes of hers!!!

1.0
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EVIL
Jan 31, 2006

Very interesting, an intelligent woman. The class was really cool, the assignments were fairly easy, and she was always willing to help anyone. She does not accept late work, excuses, or tardiness- So be on time, be prepared and you'll love her class for sure!

5.0
2.0
IDS101
Aug 25, 2006

evil and the human conditon cornerstone class, awesome teacher shes is very clear and helpful

4.0
3.0
IDS201
Jan 10, 2008

LOve her she is an awesome teacher

5.0
3.0
IDSEVIL
Aug 5, 2008

I am about to graduate and Ms. Epperson has been my favorite teacher throughout college. I had her for my cornerstone and capstone. She assigns group projects and lets you grade yourself. There is a lot of work, but the material is interesting, so you want to do it. She has traveled around the world. If you do all the work it should be an easy A.

4.0
3.0
SOC101
Dec 18, 2008

she is a good teacher, just isnt very fair. Her assignments are easy, and if you attend class all the time you get the points. Her tests are hard and very unfair. 5-8 chapers of pre and post tests 20questions each to study from for 2 tests one midterm and one final to many notes to study. NOT FAIR AT ALL. and she rewords the questions on test

5.0
4.0
SOC101
Jan 22, 2009

Ms. Epperson teaches a great class on sociology it was very appealing i highly recommend this class to everyone. Steven Matzker

4.0
4.0
SOC201
May 16, 2009

She's a good teacher. Very strict about deadlines.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Nov 9, 2009

Prof. Cindy Epperson is an amazing teacher. Very interesting- grabs the attention. Creates an encouraging atmosphere and good experience. She is helping us apply Sociology in everyday life.

2.0
5.0
IDS201
Apr 25, 2010

This teacher was not helpful whatsoever!!. she would give you an assignment with directions that didnt make any sense and when you would ask her what she means by something she would say figure it out. It wasnt just me either most of the people in my class felt the same way.If you come to class late or leave early you wont get credit for the day

2.0
2.0
SOC6X1
May 25, 2010

I took this teacher and she is horrible! she doesn't keep her word at all. i was suppose to get an A at the end of the semester after making an agreement with her, and the last minute she backed out and gave me a B. DONT TRUST HER WORD

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Aug 14, 2010

She is one of the most intelligent instructor i ever had. class is not that easy but she makes very interesting.

5.0
3.0
IDS101
Nov 22, 2010

I love Cindy Epperson! She's awesome-to-the-max. I can't wait to have the next few classes with her!I'm looking forward to IDS 102, and Criminology. <3

4.0
3.0
SOC203
Apr 7, 2011

I loveddddd Dr. Epperson, she is really helpful and knows her stuff! I had her for sociology & criminology & she always keeps things interesting! Just make sure you use blackboard :)

3.0
4.0
HR1
Aug 19, 2011

She is very strict. She wants things done a certain way and if they are not done according to her standards, you'll have to redo it. Never be late and always have your books. She's very intimidating,, but not a bad teacher once you can get past being scared of her. She knows alot, that's for sure.

5.0
3.0
IDS101
Jan 8, 2012

Dr Epperson has definitely been one of my favorite teachers at Meramec! Even though she does assign alot of reading, she keeps her class extremely interesting & fun! I learned so much from her & am taking another course with her this upcoming semester.

3.0
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PSYSOC
May 16, 2012

She is very intimidating and strict.

2.0
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IDS201
May 18, 2012

She was rather unclear with directions and expected law school quality answers and research, which should not be expected from low level college students. Also is overly obsessive with numbering and stapling of homework.

5.0
4.0
IDS101
May 24, 2012

This class is not for the lazy. She does expect a lot out of her students, but let's be honest it's college! I like that she challenges her students to actually think. Out of all my classes throughout college I learned the most from her. Quality education is important and something that you don't get very often. She's and outstanding professor!

4.0
5.0
IDS101
Sep 28, 2012

Definitely an intense professor but very informative. She is also completely willing to help those who take the initiative to ask. Do not take her courses if you are looking for an easy A.

5.0
4.0
IDS201
Apr 13, 2013

Dr. Epperson has high standards and expects students to act like college students. She knows her material and brings her research into the class sessions. Stay on top of the weekly work and you will be fine in class.

5.0
4.0
SOC203
Apr 16, 2013

Dr. Epperson is a great teacher, and likes to challenge students in class.

3.0
5.0
SOC101
Nov 22, 2013

She assigns A LOT of reading and homework that isn't worth a lot of points per assignment. Have access to a printer. I don't recommend taking her online class, worse than being in her class. Disorganized and treats class like middle-schoolers. She has active reading assignments that she requires underlining for points.You'll have time to read book!

1.0
4.0
SOC101
Nov 25, 2013

She's disorganized and dysfunctional. Although most all the answers for the tests are from the book, you'll have no time to read it because she assigns you a ridiculous amount of articles that you have to read and highlight called "7 Active Reading Techniques". She also makes you do a worksheet on the syllabus. I hated her class. Ridiculous.

1.0
3.0
SOC101
Nov 27, 2013

Most of the focus in this class is from the book, but she assigns you so much other reading, that unless you devote all your homework time on her work, you won't get it all done in time for when it's due. She has you printing off a lot of articles to highlight and turn in. Shouldn't the department be responsible for that? I don't recommend her.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Jan 10, 2014

I took her online class and she was extremely helpful and would always respond to emails in a timely manner. She will do whatever she can to help you get a good grade and I will continue to take her classes!!! Love her!!!!!

5.0
2.0
IDS201
Grade: B
Jul 29, 2014

Great teacher! If you don't have time to do a lot of homework then I wouldn't recommend taking her class but it isn't difficult. I took her class for sociology and for a capstone class and got B's in both. She is interesting and very passionate about what she teaches. I enjoyed her classes.

5.0
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SOCIOLOGY101
Nov 11, 2014

Dr. Epperson is an excellent professor, and she is the sort who will push you to do better. If you consider yourself a lazy student, I urge you to take her class because she will inspire you to raise your own expectations. If you have an opposite worldview, be prepared to know you stuff.

4.0
3.0
IDS
Nov 16, 2014

I took Dr. Epperson's capstone class--those may just involve more work in general. There was a lot to keep track of and there were a number of assignments due every week. She seems very strict at first but, as long as you communicate with her (email and in person) she's very helpful and actually a lot more lenient than she lets on.

5.0
4.0
203697
Grade: B
Nov 24, 2014

I took her 12-week hybrid course and after the first week of her scaring us with 5 assignments over the syllabus and her expectations, she became very approachable and it turned into one somewhat complex assignment per week. You definitely learn your stuff. She's a great person, very friendly, and definitely one of my favorite teachers!

4.0
4.0
COM101
May 22, 2015

I took Intro to Sociology online and overall I thought the class was tough. I never felt I knew what to expect on the exams- no study guides either. Be prepared to do several assignments, especially at the beginning of the class. She's very passionate about what she teaches & pushes you to better yourself, which I liked! She's willing to help you!

3.0
5.0
SOC203
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2015

I took her six week online Crime and Society course and it was more work than I've ever had in a class! She is strict but also very knowledgeable. I learned a lot in her class but I would not recommend it to someone with a full time job or who is wanting to take more than one course due to the amount of work. Assignment due every day but Sunday.

2.0
2.0
SOC101
Feb 19, 2016

In terms of material, the class was relatively easy, but her expectations are way above those of a 101 level community college class. She seems to see herself as a professor at a higher university level, which would be okay if she wasn't such a poor teacher. Pretentious w/out cause. Her assignments are overly long, repetitive, and tedious.

1.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Mar 9, 2016

The class is more of a grade 13 class than a college course. There's "homework" and the lectures are all over the place. You feel like you're in a high school class with higher expectations and none of the freedoms. I wish I would have taken one of the other profs who I hear are really great at teaching the material.

3.0
4.0
SOC101
Mar 24, 2016

Test are given online. In a word of resources one should take advantage! Fully agree with this philosophy. I've learned more without stressing about memorization! DOCTOR Epperson is a bit pretentious but passionate. She likes to talk about herself. Doesn't shove own judgements onto class. Grade based off assingments, quizzes, attendance & book.

3.0
4.0
SOC203
Grade: D+
May 7, 2016

Very critical of my students. Homework is seek and find. She puts ind

2.0
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SOC203
Grade: B
May 7, 2016

If you are taking more than one class, If you have a job or a family DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. Exams are extremely hard, her instructions are so confusing. Assignments are assigned in class and out of class, plus a project. Blackboard and her links are all over the place. Very unorganized. Very intimidating personality. Her book is so hard to read!

4.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
May 9, 2016

There's homework almost every week, and it gets very in-depth. The tests and midterm are all online, though, which was nice, and during those weeks we didn't have any assignments to take home. Dr. Epperson was very nice and devoted her time to helping you when you asked for it. The only qualm was all of the group projects we had to endure.

3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
May 22, 2016

I took this class online, and it was an incredibly difficult intro level class. There were a lot of expectations for the discussion boards which made it difficult to get a good grade. Her grading was also inconsistent on a number of assignments. There was a lot of reading and a lot of assignments, so be aware of that if you have a full course load!

2.0
5.0
SOC203
Jun 21, 2016
Would take again

I had her for sociology and for Crime and Society. For sociology, be ready for papers due every week that're very specific and time consuming. For Crime and society, it is probably the hardest class I've taken in my college career. It was online, and there was homework due every tues, thurs, and sat. Be prepared for no social life and a low gpa.

5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Jul 8, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Epperson cares about students beyond the course. She wants them to see how society impacts the individual. She comes to class prepared and expects the same of the students. Stay off your phone in class meetings. Lectures mixed with group discussions and activities.

4.0
4.0
SOC101
Nov 2, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Epperson was a great professor for SOC 101. I see a lot of comments that the homework was repetitive and tedious. But that's what makes everything stick. Her test questions follow really closely to what was on the homework, which makes it worth it. There is a lot of work, (like. a whole lot) but I would take her class again.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Nov 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Had her for an online sociology class and it's ALL busy work. She's super hard to get ahold of by email, and even then it feels like she barely regards what you say. Sorry, but if you have the option, pass on picking her.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 21, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I hated the class you take online quiz and it was just terrible. I ended up dropping the class, and taking it with a different teacher.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
4.0
SOC203
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2017
Would take again

One of the best profs I've ever had. Really pushed me to be successful, and is a dedicated individual if you are a dedicated student.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2018
Would take again

There's a lot of work to do in this online class. Dr. Epperson is very organized and kind. Has all of the due dates on a calendar so you'll know when a test, discussion, or assignment is due. She gives reminders of upcoming things as well as motivating emails! Doing all of the work is worth it and is all used for on the test (its not busy work).

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: A-
Mar 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I'm going to be brutal here. I took her SOC 101 class online and I've never disliked someone I've never met as much as this woman. She's completely full of herself and the course load is utterly ridiculous. You'd think with it being an online class it'd be better for those who work, but it's vastly harder. DO NOT TAKE A CLASS WITH HER.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dont take this class if you are taking other classes. The work load is way too much and the online class is very confusing with directions. Its hard to get help from her through email.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

This course is not going to be easy but also dont assume that you cannot get it done. Her homework & discussion boards are intense but if you do the work it makes the tests SO easy. I took this course while pregnant, feeling like crap everyday & on top of 3 other courses. If you can't handle this, good luck getting your bachelors degree or higher!

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LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I decided to take online classes this semester since Im working full time. This class did nothing but make my life 10x harder in the past few days. This is the most frustrating, unorganized online class Ive ever been in. This makes my 4 credit online biology class feel like a walk on the beach. Im dropping this class tomorrow..

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

One of the most overwhelming entry level classes I have ever had. She assigns an absurd amount of handouts/reading assignments. My blackboard folder at one point was populated with over 70 handouts. Most of which we were required to print out and have for each class. Lectures are unorganized and mostly consist of her speaking rhetorically. Awful!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: C+
Jun 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Professor Epperson's course was entirely busy work with seemingly endless, repetitive videos. The tests are geared so that the multiple choice answers are all extremely ambiguous and technically correct, only for her specified opinions on the matter to make the grading difference. You will NOT pass without the textbook.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 15, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Epperson is not a great professor. Her online class is very hard. She has her students read multiple chapters in two days then expect to use the information we read and apply it to a question that makes no sense. Her class is very unorganized and very time consuming. I DO NOT RECOMMEND TAKING HER ONLINE CLASS FOR SOC1O1

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Jul 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Probably the worst professor I've ever had. The amount of homework she gives is ridiculous. It takes at least 4 or 5 hours every night to finish the 5-9 page assignments or discussion boards she has due every other night (summer online course). I did more work in this 1 summer course than the last 18 credit hours combined. Do not take her class.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Jul 29, 2019
Would take again

Liked the class. Teacher was okay at best. Hard grader.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
SOC211
Grade: B+
Nov 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Well, this class was so ridiculous. We would be given a assignment to read a chapter take the quiz and then come to class the next week and be lectured on what we JUST taught ourselves and took a quiz on. She also did not know a lot of the material herself. Her online tests are also ridiculous, can't see what you got wrong and no time to take them!

Get ready to read
1.0
3.0
SOC203
Nov 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This professor has a terrible attitude. Very strict with grading and very picky but ALWAYS has spelling errors. To the point where she has to give out extra points because of her errors on the test. Do NOT take her class. I believe shes retiring but definitely a crappy professor. She also deducts points for missing class and writing in pencil.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
SOC203
Grade: B+
Nov 17, 2019
Would take again

Professor Cynthia just didn't teach the material in an effective manner.

1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Nov 18, 2019
Would take again

The worst professor I've ever had.

1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Nov 18, 2019
Would take again

The worst instructor ever

1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 21, 2019
Would take again

Do not take her class.

4.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Epperson makes Sociology interesting. The only downside is the amount of effort that has to be put into the out-of-class assignments. You'll spend at least an hour and a 1/2 on homework, and the final takes about 5 hours total to complete. In the end, it feels worth it compared to other classes. Although, I'm tired of the name Peter Berger.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I wouldn't take her class again only because of the amount of work and notes I put myself through to do well. She's a fantastic lady outside of the classroom. In class, she may come across as mean or strict, but after talking with her, I realized it's because she's stressed and has had bad students in the past

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Her class isn't boring, although she certainly makes typos and grammatical mistakes often in her assignments. She's not necessarily a bad person, however the work that's required for the class is WAY beyond what I expected for a 101 class. Her expectations are really high, I wouldn't recommend taking it unless you can rise to the challenge.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The assignments were confusing and pointless.

4.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Jan 10, 2020
Would take again

Doctor Epperson is tough in the first half of the semester. She seems to have the idea the best way to get a good performance out of her students is to scare it out of them. Don't let her scare you, but do follow her instructions. She is very punctual.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 31, 2020
Wouldn't take again

A lot of homework, very confusing to get them done. I took her class as a co-requisite, asked to meet in her office to help me out where to start bcs it was my first online class and her response was "you got everything on the blackboard". If I'm asking to see you, that means I need you to explain to me something, I don't have time to waste either

Lots of homework
Test heavy
So many papers
3.0
3.0
SOC101
May 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I started out failing the class but I was able to pull my grade up. If you do the work everything will be fine.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
2.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Some study guide questions would be repeated just worded different. Teacher's goal seemed to be to make the class as hard as possible rather than the success of her students. No late work was excepted. Grading seemed different for every student. And sometimes directions were unclear. She was very my way or the highway.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
SOC201
Grade: A
Jul 8, 2020
Would take again

Best professor there. Intelligent and interesting. Would take her again

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
4.0
SOC201
Sep 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Sometimes she seems to get annoyed when asked a question. Also, a small mistake could result you receiving zero credit for an assignment or discussion board.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Choose another professor for SOC. I entered the class and read with intent to comprehend the instructions for the assignments posted in blackboard. Safe to say, I didnt understand what she was asking. Links to silly articles posted with follow up questions that you couldnt even answer, and no compassion extended toward her students. Save yoursel.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I have never had an issue with a class taken at STLCC besides this one. Trying to drop this class because she has no compassion for her students. Gets annoyed and irritated anytime anyone asks a question for clarification. Mess up on thing on discussion board and get 0 points. Save your time. What a joke.

3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Oct 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor was interesting and the course was challenging. I failed the introductions discussion because I didnt follow all the instructions. I stayed in the course and finished with a B. You will work hard for your grade.

Respected
Participation matters
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Epperson is the best! She makes her lectures extremely interesting and engaging. If you don't do the discussion boards and quizzes you will not pass. They are easy and not that time consuming, but if you don't do them you will fail the course. The quizzes are very simple and open-note since it was virtual. If you do everything well you'l pass.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

Pros: - Extremely organized - Very consistent format - No big scary final - Friendly and encouraging if you reach out Cons: - Fairly impersonal unless you directly email her - Doesn't offer a lot of feedback - Harsh grader. Know you APA well. - I thought it was weird that a writing center appointment was REQUIRED as a big part of the paper's score

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2020
Would take again

Great Professor!!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Jan 12, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Goes over weekly lectures like syllabuses, so it is hard to get down Used an example from when she went to Vietnam, but made more judgemental comments than educational ones Emailing for help can result in confusing battles She often doesn't LISTEN to her students, expecting freshman to KNOW everything already (No sympathy) Lowkey power-hungry tbh

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B-
Jan 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She is unforgiving if you make a mistake or misunderstand the directions for an assignment. No late work accepted. She is the type of professor who enjoys having power over students. Will never take a class under her again. She says she wants you to succeed, but she loves to rub mistakes in your face. Brings up things in class that aren't online.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 2, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I have never rated a professor with a negative review EVER. I have all a's and this class I had to drop because I would have had no possible way of passing. She expects an essay to be turned in every two days. Every assignment is worth 10 pts but when you grade like that its worse then 100 point tests. If you have a job and family do not bother

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Feb 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This is the worst teacher I've had in my 34 years of life. She does not give direction clearly and expects you to know how to do everything without teaching it. She is critical and judgmental. Homework will take you hours to do 3-4 times a week, it will never be good enough. DO NOT TAKE A CLASS UNDER THIS WOMAN. SHE WILL DESTROY YOU ACADEMICALLY.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Mar 2, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I am not an honors student by any means but this professor is the worst teacher I've ever had to take a class from within my 15 years of taking classes. She changes her curriculum during the semester based on how she feels the class is going and has absolutely no room for leniency. I would honestly only take this teacher if you want a challenge.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Mar 16, 2021
Wouldn't take again

First college level course I have ever taken. Terribly harsh grader and is NOT specific in her discussion board prompts. Very vague but also very harsh grade. Trying to reach out for any help she just told me to look at the syllabus. Rude rude Professor.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B
May 18, 2021
Would take again

Epperson was a great professor. She is a harsh grader and some of her prompts are vague, but she does this to get a personalized response from the student. Epperson's teaching may come off harsh but she does it to train you for other classes. Epperson was always open to new ideas and enjoyed discussions with the class. She is tough but has a reason

Respected
Lots of homework
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Oct 28, 2021
Would take again

I have never learned so much in a class. READ THE SYLLABUS. She is strict, but she has an extra credit opportunity at the end of class. You can not half-ass this class and do well. You have to learn the material. She is clear on what you need to learn. Honestly probably the best teacher I've ever had.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
SOC211
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 6, 2023

VERY strict deadlines that she'll never adjust which makes it hard to learn anything. We have to read a ch of the textbook (ab 70-90 pages), complete 2 discussion boards (w strict criteria), & take a quiz every week. If you have a decent amount of free time, this is doable. Anyone with a full course load & working a job I recommend to reconsider.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lots of homework
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Based on 37 grades
Most common grades:
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A (9)
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Based on 49 reported grades
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Drop/Withdrawal: 8
B+: 5
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