4.4

Cynthia Stone

Business - Indiana University Bloomington

4.4
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Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

40%

Textbook Required

89%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 20 reported grades
A: 12
A-: 3
A+: 3
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
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Reviews (82)
3.0
3.0
BUSK201
Oct 4, 2007

Stay on top of the work and go to a few help sessions. It's not too bad- but don't slack because she does random work checks. My problem with her is that she talks to you like you're stupid, and like you're five years old. Plus, she has this obnoxius voice that discourges you from paying attention. switch to another teacher because she's annoying.

5.0
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BUSK201
Jan 5, 2008

Cindy Stone did a a terrific job as our instructor. She is fun, she brings in goofy things to class, really makes us learn the material. Riding around the room in cardboard bus no less! I recommend her to anyone, she's great

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K201
Mar 28, 2008

Cindy is amazing! She teaches the material in a way that is easy to comprehend. If she see you are struggling in the class she will take the time to tutor you herself especially if you did not do well on the first practical. I would recommend her as a professor and also she is a great contact to have within the business school!

5.0
1.0
BUSK201
Apr 20, 2008

She really wants you to succeed, and she's good at explaining the work, though the way she talks is annoying sometimes. I saw her name on the list of trustees when the Godfrey Graduate Business school was built, so she's probably important.

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BUSK201
Apr 30, 2008

Cindy is the BEST K201 teacher there is. She genuinely wants you to learn the class requirements and she makes it FUN, even if you're computer illiterate (like me). GET HER FOR LAB if you can!! She's fabulous.

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K201
Apr 30, 2008

awesome class! she is an amazing lady, get to know her and you will love her!! do your work and getting an a is cake

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BUSK201
Apr 30, 2008

I agree with one of the last posts, I really couldn't stand being near her for more than 10 minutes. She is extremely obnoxious and annoying, and from what I heard from friends with different professors, their lab sessions were MUCH more useful. Avoid getting Stone as a professor if you can.

3.0
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BUSK201
Apr 30, 2008

a little too peppy for me. She makes it really hard to listen to her and will talk to you like you are 5.

4.0
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BUSK201
Apr 30, 2008

She's okay, I've heard from other students that their teachers were more helpful. Annoying voice but very helpful and tries to help you learn with tricks.

5.0
2.0
K201
May 1, 2008

Cynthia is a baller. Seriously, shes one of the better, if not the best, k201 lab teachers out there. She does her best to turn an inherently dry class into one with some pizzazz. She teaches as well as any teacher I've had as well. All in all, if you can, sign up for Team Stone.

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BUSK201
Jun 13, 2008

Cindy did an awesome job this summer with us. She really made it fun and she gives a lot of help and support to all her students. A bit goofy at times, but definitely a good instructor. I'd recommend her to anyone having to take K201, she's not phoning in it, and really cares about you!

5.0
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BUS201
Jan 7, 2009

Great professor. Extremely helpful and willing to spend time with students until they understand the material. She is FAR from obnoxious! She keeps things interesting. I would highly recommend her. If you go to class and get help if you don't understand something you will do well. Take her class!

5.0
2.0
BUSX201
May 12, 2009

I had to retake this class because Banks is not a good X201 teacher. Cindy on the other hand actually helped me to really understand the material and I did a lot better. She gives some extra credit and as long as you pay attention, you'll be fine. Plus, the cheat sheets for the practicals are awesome (practicals in X201 are open book unlike K).

4.0
4.0
BUSX201
May 25, 2009

I thought she was annoying, but honestly she was a decent teacher of the material. Not the best, but not horrible. She gives great cheat sheets for the exams and a lot of extra credit.

5.0
3.0
BUSK201
Dec 15, 2009

awesome

5.0
3.0
K201
Mar 1, 2010

Cindy was a great teacher. I learned a lot in her class and she helped me understand functions I wasn't getting.

5.0
1.0
BUSK201
Apr 2, 2010

She is perfect

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BUSK201
May 1, 2010

Class attendance is not mandatory but you will fail if you dont go. She really cares about her students and will do anything to make sure that they succeed. Class is very hard but she makes it as easy as possible. Overall i would rate her as outstanding and would definitely recommend taking her class.

5.0
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BUSK201
May 3, 2010

She is a great instructor and makes this tough class fun and interesting. Her review files for exams and printout classes note are usually helpful. Go to her class and you can get good grade!!

5.0
3.0
BUSK201
May 6, 2010

Great teacher, enjoyable to be around

5.0
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BUS201
Nov 11, 2010

Teaching a class that has a reputation to be a "weed out" course, she is great and enjoyable to listen to and learn from. She really makes the material interesting even if it may not be.

5.0
3.0
K201
Dec 14, 2010

A very good, caring and interesting lecturer. Constantly checks on students' grades and checks if they are following the class. Never will miss this class for anything else!!

5.0
5.0
K201
Dec 14, 2010

Cindy Stone was a terrific professor. She was always willing to help and extremely enthusiastic about the class. She was always prepared and was willing to do everything to help you succeed if you were willing to put in effort. I highly recommend this professor.

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BUSK201
Dec 16, 2010

I really appreciated having Mrs. Stone as a professor! She clearly is interested in what she's teaching, and she is always more than happy to help you if you have any difficulties during the duration of the course. Highly recommended!

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BUSK201
Apr 27, 2011

Cindy Stoner (as she would tell us to call her on the GPs) is a fantastic Access/Excel prof. She is very good at making computer lingo understandable for the everyday student and she always uses fun and applicable examples. The class is tough, so it will take work, but Cindy's light-heartedness lightens the load.

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BUSK201
May 1, 2011

BAD BAD Instructor.She treats international students terribly-she even tells international student go to Bloomington center to get extra help and pay extra money in their native language instead of English. WHAT! Every time when i try to ask her problem after class, she IGNORED ME!!! WHAT An AWEFUL teacher. Also, she it not easy to talk to at all.

3.0
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BUSK201
May 5, 2011

Cindy is very proficient in all of the topics she covered, but sometimes liked to single out some of the students. She also seemed to treat the international peer tutors like they were 4 yr old's. I actually thought she might be a little crazy. I was happy to just get my A and leave, avoiding conversation.

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K201
May 6, 2011

Warning: pay attention the entire class! Seriously though, this class goes by really fast, and if you pause for even a few seconds you get behind. Just stay focused and this course is easy. Cindy provides helpful examples, excellent clarity within lectures, and was very helpful when I contacted her via e-mail. I would definitely recommend her.

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BUSK201
Oct 9, 2011

Cindy Stone is simply the best K201 professor there is. K201 is NOT a hard class if you pay attention and do the work. Cindy makes paying attention easy in class. As a peer tutor for K201 now, I notice that Cindy's students tend to better than other's because as I said before, she is simply the best.

5.0
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BUSK201
Dec 16, 2011

It is a challenging subject and Cynthia is the best when it comes to teaching it. You will also have many opportunities for bonus points in her class.

5.0
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BUSK201
May 3, 2012

Hands down the best teacher I have had at IU so far...she loves what she does, and if you want the best teacher for K201, Cindy Stone is your lady. She explains everything perfectly, and will meet with you one on one whenever you want. If you go to class, and do the post-labs, there is no reason you can't get an A.

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BUSK201
May 4, 2012

The most helpful and caring professor I have ever had. After struggling on the first lab practical she personalized a study plan that enabled me to end up with a B+ in the class. Sincere and clear she is the BEST professor ever.

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BUSK201
May 6, 2012

Cindy is an amazing teacher...she loves what she does and is always willing to help her students and reward them. Although the class is not easy, her explanations are clear and as long as you keep up with the work you will succeed! Cindy is definitely one of the best teachers I have had at IU!

5.0
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BUSK201
Nov 6, 2012

Go to class!

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K201
Dec 17, 2012

One of the best teachers I have ever had. Consider yourself lucky if you have her. Don't think she is easy though because there is no "easy" K-201 teacher. Everything is departmental. Just go to all the classes and always pay attention and get extra help when you need it and you'll be fine.

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BUSK201
May 5, 2013

Cindy genuinely cares about her students and is willing to do anything to help them succeed.She also isn't one of those teachers that tries to make her course your life-she understands we're college students with lives.She gives out coupons in case you mess up on a lab check which was really nice.She is monotoned and tells alot of pointless stories

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K201
May 8, 2013

Cindy really took the time to help me out and put more effort in to the class. If it wasn't for her reaching out and asking if I needed help I probably wouldn't have passed. She's funny and makes the material pretty clear. She is always willing to help a student! Great Professor for K201!

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K201
May 9, 2013

Obnoxious, annoying voice, mediocre instructor. Take with someone else. That was a painful class.

5.0
3.0
BUSK201
Jun 12, 2013

I absolutely love this woman! She uses humor to relate to her students. She also really takes the time to help her students achieve. She hates to give bad grades and is always announcing her office hours for extra help. Although, I took K201 in the summer and it was REALLY fast pace she made sure that I received the grade I wanted on the first day.

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BUSK201
Jun 12, 2013

Cindy is one of the best professors I've had at Indiana University. She is fantastic at what she does, and is one of the few teachers that I'd actually enjoy just casually talking to. Very nice, very good at teaching, and just a great person all together.

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BUSK201
Jul 24, 2013

Cindy is a really great teacher because knows her stuff and she wants her students to succeed. Go to her office hours and ask for practice files. I wouldn't have passed without her!

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BUSK201
Jul 25, 2013

Tough material, but really understanding and helpful teacher! Practicing was key for this course, and Professor Stone taught us everything we needed to know! Just do all of the pre-labs and review problems and listen to Professor Stone; she knows what she's doing! Go in for office hours for help before AND after classes!

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K201
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Nov 13, 2013

This woman is brutal. Very condescending, sarcastic and egregious. Her attitude is very off-putting. This was my least favorite class.

5.0
3.0
K201
Dec 13, 2013

Cindy Stone is an overall excellent professor! If you don't do well in K201 its because you are not going to class or not putting in enough effort. There are a million different resources available to learn the material as well as extra/practice exercises... Professor Stone is consistently active and engaged in letting students know whats going on.

5.0
2.0
K201
Dec 13, 2013

Take her class. The class may seem more overwhelming than it actually is at first but you should stick to it. Cindy is a great professor; her teaching is clear to the point and she offers a lot of extra credit opportunities to boost your grade. If you put some time into it, it is not hard to get an A. Plus, her TA Michael Tretter is really helpful

5.0
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BUSK201
Dec 13, 2013

Prof Stone is one of my favorite professors here at IU! k201 is a tough class in general but Professor Stone made it fun and bearable. She genuinely cares about her students and wants to help them succeed. If you have to take k201 take it with Prof Stone, you won't regret it :)

5.0
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BUSK201
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2013

This is a very challenging class if you don't take the time to study. Cindy does a great job with examples in class and is glad to help out in any way she can. Everything I learned in this class can be applied to real life and will be used everyday in the business world.

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BUSK201
Dec 17, 2013

Professor Stone was very entertaining and helpful when viewing the K201 online lecture. I loved her enthusiasm and how she really cared for her students! Take Cindy Stone as your lecture professor!

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K201
Dec 19, 2013

Professor Stone is one of the best. Definitely take her if you're going through K201. She's willing to work with you as long as you attend class regularly and try hard. K201 is a tough, fast paced course but pay attention and make sure to do the extra credit; it could be the difference between a A and A-.

5.0
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BUSK201
Dec 19, 2013

Fabulous Professor! Really nice and helped me learned a lot during the semester!

5.0
3.0
BUSK201
Dec 20, 2013

Cindy is an incredible professor! She genuinely cares about each student and does whatever she can to ensure their success! If you're taking K201, you want Cindy! K20-Fun!

5.0
2.0
BUSK201
Jan 27, 2014

Very helpful. K201 is known as a Kelley weedout class and theres a substantial amount of coursework compared to other freshman-level classes, but if you put in the time and utilize the huge amount of resources/help that Stone makes available to you, you will get a good grade. Stone is a great professor, very helpful, passionate, and knowledgeable.

5.0
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BUSK201
Feb 11, 2014

K201 is definitely what I would classify as a weed out class, but with having Cindy as my teacher I was able to get a good grade despite receiving a D on the midterm. If you are struggling and Cindy sees that you are trying, she is more than happy to help and will do whatever she can to help you be successful in the course. Thanks for everything!

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BUSK201
Grade: A
May 3, 2014

Cindy Stone was absolutely phenomenal. A seasoned, educated, well-informed, knowledgeable professor that WANTS to see you succeed and tells you what is expected up front and is direct with you in a good way. Attendance is not required but you're lost if you don't show up. Anyone with Cindy who doesn't slack and pays attention gets a good grade.

5.0
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BUSK201
May 6, 2014

Great teacher. Would definitely recommending taking K201 with her.

5.0
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BUSK201
May 7, 2014

Stone is great! If you want a teacher that gets right to the point, is always prepared, and is super knowledgeable, this is your lady!! I would definitely recommend taking the class with her. I learned more in this class than I did in my entire major.

5.0
3.0
K201
Nov 18, 2014

Prof. Stone was great! She's very passionate about teaching and about her students, and she makes that very clear!

4.0
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BUSK201
Dec 8, 2014

She's very condescending towards students when they don't understand things, but she only wants the best for you as a student. She will call you a C student if you don't do your work.

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A
Dec 12, 2014

I was struggling in the beginning of the semester, went in and talked to Cindy, she mapped out a study plan for me, brought my C- up to a A-, which is usually impossible but she made it happen for me. Cindy is truly the best, always willing to help and always there for you. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

5.0
3.0
6972
Grade: A-
Dec 19, 2014

Best k201 lab teacher out there!! She is so helpful and so nice. She will do whatever it takes if you need help.

5.0
2.0
K201
Grade: A+
Dec 19, 2014

Professor Stone knows her stuff, and is passionate about it. She is also smart enough to see through your bs, so don't try to fool her. The material is not really that difficult if you attend all the classes and do all assigned work on time, even if it's optional. While attendance is not mandatory, it is absolutely crucial to get a good grade.

5.0
4.0
K201
Dec 20, 2014

She's a great teacher, class is hard though. Lot of time required.

3.0
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K201
Dec 22, 2014

She is not lying to you on day one when she says not doing the work will make you her best C+ student ever.

5.0
3.0
K201
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2015

Cindy is always willing to help out her students. Class is very entertaining! I looked forward to it each day.

5.0
2.0
K201
Grade: A+
Apr 6, 2015

Professor Stone is great! She makes classes fun and purposeful. I will say, if you are not interested in Excel and Access, the class will be tough, but it will be tough with any professor. Stone is a great professor to have.

3.0
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K201
Apr 27, 2015

K201 is a basic class every business student takes. It is essential that you know the topics, and the book is mandatory. Cynthia was an okay professor, wasn't the best or worst. Helped when needed, but she was very loud and would make fun of students if they didn't understand. It was awkward.

5.0
3.0
K201
Grade: A
May 6, 2015

Amazing teacher! Got an A in this class.

5.0
2.0
BUSK201
Grade: A
May 12, 2015

This class wasn't difficult, it was just a lot of work. Go into Cindy's office hours and she will help you AND MORE. Going into office hours is necessary if you want the best feedback and how to get your questions answered. Overall, great professor who made the class much more fun!

5.0
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K201
Grade: A
May 15, 2015

K201 is not too difficult, but it takes a lot of practice outside of class to really master some of the skills. Cindy is an excellent instructor because she really knows what she's talking about. She can be somewhat intimidating, but she genuinely wants all of her students to succeed. Keep up with her pace & don't be afraid to ask her for help!

5.0
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BUSK201
Dec 14, 2015

she's funny, loves red sox and mark cuban... gives great examples to help remember important thing. loved her lab classes

5.0
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BUSX201
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2015

Cindy is a great experience teacher for K201. She 100% has a business attitude which I like. "College is hard, unemployment is harder," definitely my favorite quote of hers and one I've lived by this semester. Also I recommend following her on Twitter.

5.0
3.0
BUSK201
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2015

She's funny and teaches you what you need to know in an easy to understand way. Can't complain about anything about this course or how she taught it.

5.0
2.0
BUSK201
Apr 30, 2016

I would definitely recommend this class with cindy. She is one of the best teachers i have ever come across.

5.0
4.0
BUSK201
Grade: B+
May 3, 2016

Cindy Stone is an amazing K201 teacher. She teaches many k201 classes throughout the week, but still brings a ton of energy that makes you want to achieve more. K201 is hard and you have to put in work. If you listen to Cindy and do what she says you will pass with a breeze.

5.0
3.0
BUSK201
Grade: A
May 3, 2016

She's very nice. I would recommend.

2.0
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BUSK201
Dec 6, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I wouldnt recommend her... She's good at teaching concepts but have a very difficult personality.. hard to approach.. never accepts her fault.. just bad

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
BUSK201
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

Cindy goes above and beyond in her lectures to help students understand the material (which can be extremely difficult). She also makes herself very available to students when they have questions or need help. If you have her for class, you'll get through K201.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BUSK201
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

Cindy is a great professor. She taught my lab portion of k201 and describes the material very clearly so that you can follow along. She's funny and encourages hard work! Awesome prof for a tough class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
K201
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2016
Would take again

Cindy Stone is an amazing teacher! I was nervous about K201 because it's supposed to be very difficult, but Cindy went through everything we needed to know during class! She talked extremely fast, but if she didn't, we wouldn't have finished all of the material. She even knew my name the first time I went to office hours, which was very impressive!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
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3.0
BUSK201
Grade: A
May 3, 2017
Would take again

She is great. She really cares about her student and wants them to succeed. Class requires a lot of work but is the same for all professors. She makes the class fun and has good jokes. Highly recomend

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
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3.0
BUSK201
Grade: A
May 5, 2017
Would take again

She is an amazing professor and she makes the class entertaining

4.0
4.0
BUSK201
Grade: A-
Mar 28, 2019
Would take again

For the people who take K201 during their Freshman year. She is the one that make things easier for you.

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

40%

Textbook Required

89%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 19 grades
Most common grades:
A (12)
A- (3)
A+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(15)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 20 reported grades
A: 12
A-: 3
A+: 3
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
Common Tags
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Clear grading criteria (2)
Tough Grader (1)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (1)
Amazing lectures (1)
Gives good feedback (1)
Respected (1)
EXTRA CREDIT (1)
Rating Trend

Declining

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BUS201

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