David's a cool guy. At times he seems bored with archaeology. The assignments are reasonable, except for one: Fugawiland. From what I'm told, he got rid of that assignment because it was such a huge pain. The topics can certainly be dry at times but overall not a bad class.

He's chill. Do the readings and come to lecture.

hot! tests are hard if you dont read or take strong notes, but he gives you the essay questions in advanced. hes really funny and there if you need help. awesome prof.

Also had him for ANTH 140. He's very chill and helpful. He really cares that his students understand the main concepts and encourages them to interrupt his lecture with questions! :) Awesome sense of humor, too!

This teacher was so awsome. Made the class so much fun and everyone wanted to attend his lectures. He doesn't like to talk a lot and shows a ton of movies... I would really recommend him... He is such a great teacher... you learn a lot and he makes it fun

he is awsome! but sometimes it feels like he doesn't want to teach the class.. there are 2 mid-terms and 1 term paper and the final! term paper is 30% of your grade and final is also 30% of your grade. I did horrible on my 1st mid-term because i didn't study but I studied hard for 2nd one and i got high B!!! he gives essay questions before the test

Pretty intersting class and intersting teacher. Help is always there if needed. Very funny guy, knows what hes talking aboat, personal stories are always good. The class is a bit dry at times. Gives good test review, and gives you essay questions prior to test. Shows alot of movies. Over all good teacher, strongly recommend.

His lectures are interesting, but his material seems to be based on his own personal interest and findings. So if you miss a class, you're screwed b/c the info is nowhere to be found online. Even if you get the notes from another student, it is hard to understand. I would definitely reccommend him if you're postive you can attend every class

Who would of thought that learning about cultural anthropology would be interesting? Well, after taking Professor Cheethams taking class and hearing his lectures i have become fond learning about different cultures. Not only are his lectures informative but he also makes them interesting. He is very knowledgeable about the topic. Overall the cla

he was absolutely a woderful professor. He really helped you out when you needed it and made anthro more interesting than it already was. He's never late and just has an awesome personality.. never grouchy or anything! take this class.. it's not hard.. just come to class like you're supposed to and don't be scared to ask for help.

this guy seriusly rocked my socks. really funny guy. no text book except reading packets. but really he goes over those in class so no need. if you miss a class he is willing to go over the chapter with you and even email them. really helpful too. you can email him about anything. furthermore, he is an archaeologist and canadian. TAKE HIM!

Great prof. Such a great guy. Although attendance is not mandatory, it's good that you show up because all his test materials are based on his class lectures. He's very willing to help you out with ANYTHING. you can talk to him about anything.

Great class and a great teacher!

Cheetham is a great teacher. He's also an interesting guy with a sense of humor, making the class very enjoyable. You can tell that the guy honestly cares about his students, which is hard to come by. I've definitely learned alot from him. The class itself is VERY easy and there's not much work other than showing up and listening.

Great Professor. Engages the class and keeps lectures interesting, not to mention he has some hands-on experience so that helps the dynamic of the classroom. Funny, entertaining, extremely willing to help and an altogether great guy!

Awesome Professor! He really makes archaeology a fun and exciting subject. He works in the field and you can tell he is super passionate about archaeology. He's funny and VERY helpful. TAKE HIM!!!

He's an awesome professor! Extremely helpful and really cares about his student. What are you waiting for? TAKE HIM!! :)

attendance is good cuz of pop quizzes. reading the textbook helps a lot cuz quiz questions and essay-type questions on exams are on stuff in the book. he tells a lot of stories, but they're good and funny. good game to play if bored in class: count the number of times he says "aboot." (he's from "rural canada").

he's a great professor. You don't get bore in his class because he is funny and he makes his class enjoyable. We had about 3 pop quizes, 3 labs, and 2 exams. He show some interesting films. Recommend taking him.

He is the dream professor anyone could ask for. Great mentality, and very knowledgable. I had him for summer and really enjoyed his class.

Fun class. The teacher will help with everything. Tests are only memorizing stuff.

Definitely a teacher worth taking! Even thought he lectures a lot, it's always really fun and interesting. I've learned a lot in his class and never thought about majoring in Archaeology before I took his class, but now I almost want too. He's a great teacher and really does care about how much sense he makes. And I love it when he says ABOOT. haha

He is definitly one of the best professors i've ever had and he made it one of the best classes i've ever had.

AWESOME teacher!!! I was not thrilled about taking Anthro at all because everyone says it can get boring and there is so much reading. But with him, he makes it SO fun and interesting. He knows his stuff and tries to relate it to us. Most of the stuff he teaches is interesting and he makes lectures funny so everyone pays attention. Nice guy!

Dude, this guy rocks. He LOVES questions, so there's no reason to be confused. Has really great random stories haha Highly recommended.

Amazing professor! Has tons of experience in the field, very interesting. Nice guy who makes the effort to get to know his students names etc. Very accessible, highly recommended

He is the best thing to come to right out of high school! His enthusiasm, style of teaching, and his engaged personality makes each and EVERY class worthwhile! He is extremely knowledgeable, but is able to make the material readily comprehend able. A+ goes out to him!

Great teacher!! His personality comes through in his lecture and you end up learning so much more than just anthro. like that what they call hats in canada. really makes the subject interesting and enjoyable. im looking to take another one of his classes already =]

Great teacher. Can't wait to have another class with him.

An awesome prof! Was extremely helpful and understanding. Not many professors seem to care as much about their students as him. Really enjoyed the class and the material. He's an archaeologist so he definitely knows what he's talking about. Take him!

Awesome professor! Very helpful with any questions or misunderstandings. Lectures are not mandatory but a good idea because his tests are all from his lectures, plus he makes them interesting! He gives you the essay questions before the test too. A funny guy who makes boring topics interesting! Definately reccomend!

he keeps things very interesting and has a great sense of humor. tests aren't too hard if you attend class.reading is necessary but he covers a lot in class too. if you need help or have questions he is very useful and does his best to help you out. his lectures are easy to follow along with.i would definitely suggest him as a teacher.

Very helpful and easy to talk to. Has lots of experience. Keeps class interesting with videos and discussions. Hope to have him again.

Great Professor- fun class!

This was a fun class, quizes come from readings in the book and lectures. 2 tests and pop quizes and 3 labs. Easy stuff and a Fun Professor, his lectures are great, he keeps your attention, take this class if you can.

Great Teacher! Cooky sense of Humor but very well informed and great help outside of class. Some reading, but overall he makes the class clear and understandable.

David Cheetham and Cultural Anthropology have changed my life. Both are necessary for an unbiased understanding that virtually everything society surrounds us with is culturally bound.And i get seriously upset sometimes after realizing that those who don't take this class may never recognize these ties.Take advantage of his knowledge.ASK QUESTIONS!

David is an excellent teacher. He also has a great offbeat sense of humor. What's good about his teaching is that you can tell he's very much into the subject and is brutally honest about the material, i.e. whether theories are bs or not. He's extremely helpful with everything but you have to do the work. I wish I could take him every semester.

I never read the book, just attended every lecture and still received a B. You want to go to the lectures, they are helpful, he has pop quizzes, and if you miss any of his great stories he shares from his experiences, your missing out on all of the fun.

I took Anthro 120 w/ David Cheetham during my Fall Semester of 2007. David is one of the most brilliant teachers/most interesting people I've ever met! He has a great, offbeat sense of humor & gives well informed, interesting/entertaing lectures. His tests are based primarily on his lectures, so taking good notes is essential to a good grade.

I hear he may be leaving due to some personal issue. How utterly sad for Anthro at CSULB. This guy REALLY went out of his way to help and is dynamic and informative in the classroom. He genuinely cares (a rarity here) and has a magnetism about him that's hard to put your finger on. Wherever you go, Cheetham, go as a bug does to light.

Engaging and humorous, David's class is all about participation and truly getting involved with the material, so that one can pick up the most knowledge about cultural anthropology. It was a fun class and if you like to add a few words during class to liven up the material, he gives you a shot. He is easygoing and is definitely recommended.

I simply can't believe this guy is leaving. Stay, Cheetham! This guy is why I'm a joint anthro major now. I have NEVER had a more helpful, caring professor here at CSULB and one that can deliver a lecture like it's the last 30 minutes of his life. Whatever personal issue referred to below, if true, must be a doozzzy! What a loss. Bye-bye, Cheetham.

He is why I want to go into Archaeology!! his lectures were informative, interesting, he kept YOU interested in every lecture, not too many Professor do that anymore. He will bend over backwards to help any student.... CSULB is letting go one of the best Professors here, what a HUGE loss to the Anthro Dept. but mostly to the students!!

Definitely looked forward to coming to his class! He's one of the best teachers I've ever had. He's a fun, exciting guy , and even his lectures are interesting. I came in his class knowing nothing about the subject (besides what I've seen on the history channel) and came out knowing more about Archeology than I knew what to do with.

The subject matter is interesting but more than anything the professor is a great lecturer, it is a big class and attendance is not mandatory but still the class was filled. He makes the lectures relatable and hilarious.

He is very engaging and passionate about his field. The class was interesting and the work load was reasonable. I really enjoyed this course

this professor was extremely engaging and insightful. He has a ton of real world experience in archeology that he can share with the class, and his stories are hilarious. The work load is fair and he expects you to do the reading, so if you want an A study.

The professor made this class really exciting and is all about student participation. He was also very helpful.

I really liked this class and the teacher's enthusiasm about the topic made me really focus. He was very thorough in lecture and lab.

First of all, I would like to say that out of the three years that I have been at Cal State Long Beach, Prof. David Cheetham has been the most enthusiastic, interesting(in a good way), intelligent, and sharp professors I have ever had. I can honestly say, I loved attending that class. PLEASE TAKE Prof. Cheetham if you can, you will not regret it!

took anthro 140 last semester. Great teacher and funny! makes anthro easy to understand and interesting. Would love to take his class again!

David was one of the best professors I have had at CSULB. His anthro 120 class was really interesting. He teaches you 1st hand from places he has excavated. The things you learn from him, you can't get from a book. He is witty and he makes anthropology fun to learn about.

I had David last semester and his class was wonderful. He's one of the teachers that I will always remember because he genuinely cared for his students and always offered a helping hand with anything that we had questions with, even if it wasn't class related. I would most definitely take his class again if I wasn't graduating this semester.

Cheetham was one of the most interesting and enthusiastic professors I have ever had at CSULB. Class was always interesting-- whether it be the way he presented the material or the jokes/witty remarks he would make. He really cared about his students, even giving us life advice and always having his door open for us when we needed help.

professor cheetham is the best teacher ever! he teaches the material well and tries really hard to explain the concepts so students can understand them. the test and grading system are fair. i greatly look forward to take him for another class in the future because he is awesome in teaching!!!

Prof. Cheetham is by far my favorite professor at CSULB. His lessons are engaging and the material is interesting. He also has a very pleasant demeanor and is ALWAYS willing to help. I realized early in the semester that I didn't have to take his class after all for my degree but stayed in it anyways. Definitely worth taking!

He's great! He's very helpful and makes the material interesting. Plus if you go to class, you will learn more than if you just read the book!!! Highly Recommended!!!

Professor Cheetham is an amazing teacher at CSULB!!! If you have to take an anthropology course, TAKE HIM! no doubt he is the best teacher!!!

Prof. Cheetham is down-to-earth (no pun intended) and approachable. In fact, he'll approach you. He's one of those professors who talks to his students after class about anything and is willing to help them. He explains things clearly, and has fantastic anecdotes about the digs he's participated in.

Cheetham demands students attention and contribution in class which makes coursework extremely interactive and interesting. Required readings are absolutely necessary for class discussion, for which he's not afraid to call you out on if you're not prepared. Cheethams experiences add a lot to the class. Tests are hard, definitely do-able if you at

Your grade depends completely on attendance and participation, class is so interesting can't understand why you wouldn't want to attend. Readings required for each session, all of which you are held accountable for on tests. Class will spark your interest in anthropology no matter what you interests, Cheetham has amazing experiences in the field.

This is definitely an upper division class, required readings and attendance are necessary for success. Tests aren't easy but are very straight forward in terms of what you are accountable for. Cheetham makes every class interesting and applies concepts well so they can be fully grasped.

the class is interactive and interesting, readings and attendance are neccesary to understand, I Highly Recommend this teacher!!!

I loved this class so much, Cheetham still ranks as my favorite professor since i have atteneded cal state long beach...if you have the chance to take him do so he is GREAT!!!!!!!!!!

Professor Cheetham is a great professor! He makes this subject of anthrhopology interesting! He is very clear about his expectations that he has for his students and helps each and every student meet those expectations! If you need to take an anthropology class you should definetely take him!

I took David's class last summer, and he made it interesting enough for me to get out of bed freakishly early and want to go to class! I feel that he is one of the best teachers we have in the anthro department at CSULB! I only wish he instructed more classes;o)

Cheetham's personality is what makes him such an amazing teacher! No matter what he is talking about in class that day you can't help but pay attention;o) When you get into required upper division Anth classes paying attention can be hard too!...Trust me! So I make it my place to let Under Grads know who to take, and who not to. TAKE David!!

Good teacher... boring topic but over all the class is alright. If I had had anyone else I would have had a hard time staying a wake but Cheetham's mannerisms and off the wall comments always brought me back to the subject at hand! A++++

I really enjoyed having him as a professor. He is very nice and helpful. The class isnt an easy A but as long as you go to class you should do fine.

good teacher made anthropology interesting and tests werent hard if you prepared for them and attended classes.

Cheetham taught the second half of my semsester in anthro when my professor had an emergency.. he made the class so much more interesting. He made it entertaining and intersting to be in class. He uses stories to get the topic across and it can say i actually learned something that will stay with me, not just info to pass tests

Cheetam made anthropology incredibly interesting and fun to learn about!! Gave great and memorable lectures and exams where concept oriented and not just random obscure info memorization. highly recommnend!!

great teacher. he keeps you interested in the topics which is important because the topic is pretty boring. take cheetham, go to class, and read the articles!!

Amazing teacher! Fun class. Recommend taking it.

topic was boring for sure however i actually found myself learning a lot. david was fun and easy to follow along with his lectures. if you had a question then he would be more than willing to help you, anything to keep him talking about anthropology

He is very interesting and a great listener. He will always help with whatever you need and listens to your stories and whatnot. The class is needed for GE with global capstone so might as well take it with him. Always tells interesting and funny stories about his trips.

class was made enjoyable because cheetham had a way of lecturing in which you actually wanted to pay attention and learn! class went by fast and was ok if you just studied hard and read. also if you had any problems david would be quick to talk things over with you and help.

He makes what can be a rather dull class, very interesting with his lectures. The work load is appropriate, not too complicated, but not easy enough to be pointless either. Would recommend to anyone, especially for those required courses.

this professor really cares about his students and is very passionate about his teaching. I like how he is always their for his students when they have a question and is very welcoming. he even adds as many people to one class as he can! he made what i thought was going to be a snooz-a-pa-looza very exciting and interesting.

HE was a really fun professor, prior to him coming to instruct us, the class was extremely boring, but he made the topic a lot more interesting and I was able to realte what we were learning with normal life situations, he completely shed another light to the class, he is great

Knowledgeable, helpful, entertaining and witty. He's one of those professors who makes you want to come to class and listen because everything he says or teaches is interesting or useful. Great professor, great guy.

Great professor. Very helpful. Made a boring subject interesting. He's very clear when he explains things; I still remember material from the class(4 semesters later). Bonus: He's pretty darn funny.

Great Proffesor! He really took his time to make sure that we understood the material. The text book assigned was very boring and dry. To help us understand the subject he gave us handouts that very helpful. I really enjoyed the class and would definetly recommend taking it with Cheetham!

Professor Cheetham is an amazing professor. He made his class lively and made sure we all participated. I never thought I would enjoy Anthropology but after taking his class, I am definately looking forward to taking another course with him. One of his greatest assests is that he cares for his students. Whenever I needed help understanding a concep

He is great, his lecturesare fun, and understandable, TAKE HIS CLASSES is worth your time

Cheetham was the BEST! he came in as a replacement teacher half way through the sem and he was awesome! the teacher before him was soooo unorganized and he pretty much saved the class! he loves class participation and he is REALLY approachable. just don't be afraid to ask questions!

I really enjoyed this class and his teachings. He made anthropology really interesting and set good analogies for me and other students to understand the subject better. The class includes a lot of reading and note taking but its really helpful for midterms and finals. Hes really understanding and easy going when help is needed. I loved this class.

Cheetham is absolutely the best professor I have EVER had at CSULB. He knows his material and doesn't make the class dry with his extensive knowledge; like many professors tend to do. He effectively adds in humor to make some points stick with you and is great! I can't say enough. I enjoyed doing the work and the material was apllicable.

Professor Cheetham is awesome. He is outgoing and energetic in lectures and always willing to tell a personal story about his research. He is very helpful and will give you feedback over e-mail or in his office. If you miss a class he will be happy to e-mail you the notes, just have to ask! The tests cover lecture notes and readings, no surprizes!

His class got me totally into anthropology! Prior to, I did not even know what it was. I enjoyed his class, even though it was challenging. He helps out a lot.

Pyramids, Tombs, and Treasures. The class was nothing next to the cheesy title. It was engaging, fun, and made me go to class every session! He encourages you to ask questions and participate, not in an on-the-spot manner, but in a non-threatening way. Take his class!!

Professor Cheetam is the best professor in the anthropology department! His class was interesting and helpful! He does not trick you on the tests and is straight forward. He makes the class very interesting! You should take all his classes!

had him for anth 313. he kept the class interesting and up-beat. for non majors: not a bad class to take. if you are interested in archaeology, his research work is really cool.

he makes learning anthro fun. Which is something that I have not experienced through my other professors. He gives out study guides, and if you do the studying you will get a gaurenteed A on it. He explains things very well and is always prepared for class. He gives assigned reading for hw so none of that busy work crap. He is the best.

Always there to answer any questions and actually went to his office hours and was more than willing to help and review papers. I would love to take a class with him again!

Prof Cheetham was great! He is very passionate about Anthropology and he makes the class as enjoyable as possible. If you have to take this class, I highly, highly recommend him.

He knew what he was talking about, I liked that he had hands on experience he could contribute to the class. HELPFUL AND UNDERSTANDING Interesting and concise teaching info i still use oddly enough usually in evolutionary conversations with wacko religious people! its cool!

Was a very good professor. Made anthro a lot more interesting, by using topics that students can are interested in, and can relate to. He is very nice, and a fair grader. Just keep up with the readings, attend classes, and you are good to go.

EASY.

I loved this class. Professor Cheetham is awesome! =) His material is not that hard but you have to come to class for the notes. He is a super helpful teacher. =D

One of the best classes i've taken in all four years at CSULB. Lectures are very informative and crystal clear. One of those classes where boring subjects are made interesting. Cheetham is fun and cool but still very professional and will not disappoint you as a teacher.

Great teacher who really gets into the subject. Attendance is manditory if you plan on doing well in the class. He's really fun and will answer even the most obscure question with complete honesty. All around great teacher and you should take a class with him if you get the chance.

At first my class had an okay, but pretty boring professor. Then Cheetham came and pretty much saved the class from dying of boredom. He makes class interesting and worth your while.

This professor is very interesting and entertaining. I took this as a summer school course and actually showed up to hear what he had to say. He takes somewhat dry material and makes it interesting and engaging. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

This class was great! It was one of my favorite classes i have taken at long beach. Although the class is not that easy Cheetham is a great professor and is willing to help anytime! Great sense of humor too! ;)Definitely recommed!

probably one of the best teachers at cal state uni of long beach. he incouraged us to ask questions if we were confused, and offered incredible office hours ... he is really interested in his field, offered a great deal of life experiences. He is a tough teacher, study hard his class is not a joke. be prepared to make anthro ur favorite class.

Professor Cheetham was a breath of fresh air! He really connected with the class and encouraged questions, which was very helpful! He made topics very interesting, and chose topics that would interest us. He posseses great enthusiasm and was a pleasure to have as a professor. I didn't know much about anthropology previous to taking him, but learned

Probably, one the mot interesting classes that I have taken at CSULB. Everyday I looked forward to the readings and class discussion in the class. I felt like I knew so much about people, but this class open my eyes to a whole new world of remarkable cultures filled with so many different values and interesting beliefs. This professor is very knowl

Prof. Cheetham is a great teacher. He is enthusiastic and fun in class. He encourages participation and discussion in classes. In office hours he is very helpful.

This class was so great! Prof. Cheetham was so passionate about this subject, it was really refreshing. I loved going to class and got a lot out of it. Class discussions were great, the homework and tests weren't to bad...but he was always available and helpful in office hours.

David Cheetham is a helpful, understanding professor. He was always available to talk about papers or work during his office hours or whenever. I would recommend taking his class if you are a serious student. If you care about learning he is an awesome teacher. he doesnt take bullsh*t which i appreciate. beware, he's canadian...jk.

I really enjoyed this class due to the teaching styles of David Cheetham. His lectures are awesome because they are interactive and everyone gets to have voice. He is also extremely helpful when you need clarification on a specific issue or topic.

It was a really fun class! He knows a lot about the subject and has a lot of first hand experience as an archaeologist, so he tells a lot of interesting stories which help you remember the information. You can tell he really loves teaching, but more than that just loves to help students with anything, basically.

He has a bright, upbeat personality that brings in this positive energy to the class. I can see the passion he has for archaeology and he is such an inspiring and lively professor, not like those rundown Ph.D tenure professors. He provides interesting perspectives which I find to be refreshing. I actually had to work in getting an A in this class.

Great teacher!!!!!!!!! really helpful. one worth actually getting on here and rating.

Anthr313 was a lot of work for a summer 6-week class: six page annotated bibliography, ten page research paper, mid term, and final. Keep up on reading and go to class you will be OK. Cheetham is brilliant, funny, very approachable and an all around great teacher. He encourages student discourse and questions. Fun class, I Absolutely recommend him.

I enjoyed class very much with Professor Cheetham, i found his teaching style great, it was easy to follow along and actually learn. Out of the many teacher's I have had he has been one of the best.

Very good teacher. However, you would need to take good notes of what he is saying because it is very essential when taking the exam.

He is the funniest, most entertaining proffesor you could have and his passion for the subject is contagious. He is full of fascinating information and is relaxed in his style, encouraging students to comment and ask questions. He makes a conscientious effort to make himself available to help students and does whatever he can to assist.

Coool teacher.

David is one of the most amazing professors I have ever met. Not only is a wonderfully brilliant man, but so down to earth and approachable that you just can't help but love him. Even when I see him outside of class he's a pleasure to talk to. Still my favorite professor at CSULB =)

What a great lecturer, really enjoyed his class. He is relatable and hilarious. For a dry subject, he really knows how to liven it up

I highly enjoyed this class. It taught me new things about different cultures and still showed that people are people no matter where they are.

David Cheetham is one of the best professors I have had at LBSU. He is incredibly helpful and loves what he teches. His one promise for the semester is that class will not be boring, and he followed through. Not a dull moment from start to finish.

This teacher is mad legit. I had him all year. This subject was quite dry but was made interesting. If he is stil around take his class!!!

david is a super nice and down to earth guy. the material is kind of boring but he makes it interesting. class isnt hard to pass if you study and the lab assignments are easy. take him

Also had him in Anth 120. I can't believe he's leaving, though when I see him from afar he looks troubled and that may explain it. The BEST professor I had in my 4 years here. Memorable, riveting, and interactive lectures. Also a friendly, very caring & bright character. I'm sure he'll be missed and hope the troubled look fades with his departure.

Cheetam was a great teacher, not only because I learned about a subject I had never taken before, but because of his eagerness to teach and his sense of humor. My car got totalled and I took the subway to his class whenever we met, and I didn't mind because he made things enjoyable. Classy guy.

Always puts his students first. Really has a passion for what he does. One of the best teachers I have ever had! Can't believe he will be leaving.

Even the Attendance is not Mandatory, I love to go his lecture, he is not only teacher he is friendly. He makes the lecture easy. take with him

Possibly one of the most enthusiastic professors I have ever had. He cares so much about what he does for a living and makes the subject so much fun to learn. Attendance isn't mandatory, but he does notice who isn't there. If he were sticking around, I would definitely take another one of his classes. Sorry to see you go! CSULB will miss you!

Very good professor. Keeps the lectures interesting although demanding.

Great instructor with an interest in his field. He's had much experience with fieldwork and expresses his enthusiasm to the class which makes the material valuable and interesting. There is a great class schedule with a variety of activities. Learning with David Cheetham is just plain fun.

All I can say"He is so gr8." I am a international student, and he knows I am not good at English as common university students, but he still paid a lot attention to tell me how to do everything. I like this PROFESSOR

David is one of THE GREATEST teachers... EVER. He isn't too demanding, but what he tests on is very important and related to the lectures and course readings. He is funny, and easy to talk to and fun to listen to (I love his archaeology stories). This is one of the first teachers in college to take his class on several different field trips that we

He's a great professor. Made archeology UNDERSTANDABLE and fun. gave really great lectures and helpful handouts. really cares about EVERY students and hopes that they participate.

He was a great professor who clearly explined all the topics. And above all, he made it fun and understandable, it is reare that you see a comination of that.

He is always there for his students! If you need clarification or flat-out help, go to his office hours. It is rare to find a professor so invested in their pupils.

What a fantastic lecturer. But more than anything he had a genuine concern for me and all other students in the class. One of the brightest, most genuinely caring and friendly individuals I have ever met...teacher or otherwise. I wish there were more like him in the world. He took us on 6 field trips and didn't have to. I learned so much.

I took his classes twice and LOVED both of them! He is extremely helpful. One of the most caring and helpful professors throughout my college experience! If you need any explaining on any certain topic, he is there to guide you and make sure you understand it completely. TAKE HIS CLASS! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!

I must reiterate for the student's, faculty, and for David's sake, just exactly how influential this class and this man have been in my life. My continuous perception of the progressive cultural bindings (which stem from historical cultural observation) of society will forever taunt me and leave me empowered for deeper understandings of, "things".

He's a really great guy and an exceptional teacher! At the beginning of the semester he promised us that his class would never be boring and he was right! He has a great sense of humor and really makes the subject fun and interesting. The class in general is not hard at all, just show up to class and read the stuff and you'll be fine.

This guy is awesome! He's super funny and a his class is never boring! He's always cracking jokes and his adventure stories are the best! The class is really not that hard, just show up and read the stuff and you'll be fine. I highly recommend taking him. ^_^

Just found out that he won't be back. Where and why did he go? What a loss. They should triple his pay and beg him to stay. I took two classes, learned so much, and had a great time. David's lectures (best I've had in 6 years of univ here and elsewhere), character, and knowledge actually made me WANT to come to class! Bye and good luck Cheetham

BY FAR THE BEST TEACHER I HAVE HAD IN YEARS, THE CLASS WAS NEVER BORING AND ALWAYS LOOKED FOWARD TO GOING TO CLASS. I WISH WE HAD MORE TEACHERS LIKE DAVID CHEETHAM. CSULB SHOULD OF NEVER LET HIM GO....

AMEN to that last comment. David is such a great guy, not just a wonderful professor. If you have a question, he genuinely wants to answer it for you, even if it's random. Class was always fun and I looked forward to going every day!!

The greatest professor you will ever have the honor of studying under.

I took a summer course with him and loved it. Never had a professor quite like Cheetham. He seemed to breathe life into the room just by walking in. He was also very helpful, concise, and a fantastic communicator/speaker. Best of all, he encouraged participation in a way that was not threatening and made you WANT to come to class and join in.

This Cheetham guy is intense and holds the class in a unique way through his character, mostly. You can't help but want to attend and listen. I found it hard to talk to him sometimes, though, because his eyes are piercing blue, huge, and seem to look straight through you and read your thoughts. Very helpful and caring person. The ideal professor!!

I was browsing the site and saw that Cheetham is no longer at CSULB. Huh? I took a course with him 2 years ago and still remember almost everything. He was that good a communicator. The admin folks must be mental to have let him leave. And, yes, his eyes are borderline hypnotic...I'd never seen anything like them before, and likely never will again

I'm a student at Berkeley, but I took his Anthro class at LBCC over the summer. He tops all the professors I've had at Berkeley! Hands down the most interesting class I've taken as a college student. He made it a subject I genuinely wanted to learn about with his stories and engaging lectures. Very helpful/approachable and cares about his students!

He has a great personality and actually made the subject interesting. His class is not too hard nor is it too easy, as long as you attend class you will be fine. if you have any question he will gladly answer them. Uses funny stories to go along with the lecture.

He has eyes like Catalina's ocean! Anyway, I'm taking his class at LAHC. Sorry to say this, but it was so fortunate that CSULB let him go! I went to the class without ANY interests in Anthro. Now I love reading his materials and listening to his entertaining stories. I've never had a professor who taught as much as he did to me. Unforgettable, Fun.

Cheetham is a great professor! He is extremely helpful and will stop at nothing to ensure that all his students understand all the material. His passion for the subject makes it easy to learn and is extremely contagious!

David has to be one of the most caring individuals I have ever come across, and I've had the great pleasure of taking one of his classes. It was never boring as he opened my eyes to beyond the mainstream culture that is all around us. Of course there are the professors at the Universities who are all about researching and publishing, but David is o

ne of the few teachers that are in it to TEACH, for that I respect him as the true educator that he is. Hands down.

Cheetham is very enthusiastic! He finds a way to make anthropology fun and appealing! He's very auditory but lectures in a manner where he applies class lessons to everyday life/situations. He shows lots of documentaries. You can do without the text but if you want to essentially understand the subject of anthropology, the text would then be a ++

class was never boring. study guide was given prior to exam and notes in class were short but listening was the most important part of his class. he was easy to talk to and if you needed help he would take as much time as possible to answer questions.

Had a summer class with Cheetham, didn't know what to expect was taking the class for requirement, class turned out to awsome, interesting, and fun. Cheetham was the funniest professor i've had thus far. I learned alot about the world in this class. Great experience!

HE'S ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSORS IVE HAD

Thr best Professor ever.

Great teacher. Keeps the class interesting. Brings the subject to life. Smart, witty, funny.Really cares about his students and wants them to succeed. If you come to class, pay attention and do the assignments the class is a breeze.

One of the few professors left that has a passion for the material being presented and a desire to share that with others. He uses a variety of tactics from movies to stories and class discussions. NEVER a dull moment. Tests are reasonable and grading is very fair. TAKE HIM!! You will not find a better class. Guaranteed.

I came in this class thinking it would be boring but to my surprise, i had tons of fun, esp for a summer class. Prof C. challenged our ideas and helped us approach other customs and cultures with educated open minds.

Professor Cheetham is an awesome instructor. He makes the class very exciting and you look forward to going to his class just for discussion. I was not very interested in the subject at all but left with great new knowledge I learned in his class. He is also very helpful and always available to his students.

Cheetham's one of the most magnetic individuals I have ever met. I am transfixed when he talks, literally, because he doesn't BS, is very caring, and really knowledgeable. The material in lectures becomes burned in my memory! He's a strange and memorable fellow, and all these peppers he gets really don't do justice to the man or his charisma.

Cheetham is a great professor and genuinely enjoys teaching. He always keeps the class interesting, is very energetic, and is always willing to help his students. I highly recommend his class if you haven't taken anthropology yet. You'll be impressed with his lectures and how he teaches. Two thumbs up.

Sorry to hear he's gone. I took his class 2 yrs ago and it was great. Honestly, the most caring and knowledgeable professor I had at CSULB over 5 yrs. He must be missed. What I remember most is his lectures. He had a way of drawing you in that I never saw before. He also helped with assignments on his own time, whenever needed. Unique man, really

Had him for a GE class over the summer to graduate. As a science nerd, I thought archaeology would be boring, but Cheetham was the most engaging professor I've had in 5 years at CSULB! No matter the topic, I couldn't help but listen and focus...he is that good. Very generous with his time when I and other students needed help. A great teacher. A+

What a nice man. Helpful, bright, and genuinely concerned about each student's sucess. I spent all last year in Cheetham's classes and learned a lot. he was like a mentor, in many ways. It's a shame (on CSULB) that he isn't here anymore. I hear students complain about it a lot.

Cheetham is pretty entertaining. He manages to be one of those professors that actually know how to teach! Please listen to his lectures b/c it will be on the test, not necessarily what he writes. No need for the book if you attend class and take NOTES! If you like interacting W teachers, sit in the front row. PS he isn?t bad looking either.

Very knowledgeable and energetic professor. His personal experience in archeology makes lectures more engaging and he encourages open discussion. Incredibly willing to help students succeed and goes above and beyond to be as helpful as possible ahead of time. He's very attentive when you seek his help and not dismissive like some prof.

There is no doubt that Professor Cheetham is an excellent instructor, but what makes him stand out is his ability to make a subject like Anthropology insightful and entertaining. Highly Recommended!!!

This class was the best class i have taken so far and this is my 4th year in college. I loved it! David is a great professor. I always looked forward to going to class. His lectures were fun and interesting. He was always willing to help out his students. Such a great guy! Good Luck David :)

David Cheetham is a great down to earth professor. The class is taught in an easy to understand way and is extremely informative. I have learned so much this semester in Davids class. The tests are not hard if you go over the study guide and do the reading. The reading isnt long and for the most part is interesting. Cheetham is a great professor!

Great Cultural Anthro class. Very interesting. Funny Professor.

Mr. Cheetham is one of my favorite professors by far. His enthusiasm for teaching as well as willingness to help makes me look forward to his class every week.

Cheetham is a great teacher! He keeps everything interesting and is always willing to help when ever a student needs it. He explains all information in depth and gives great examples for full understanding. I highly recommend him as a professor!

Three words: TAKE HIS CLASS! Cheetham is by far the most inspiring teacher I've came across my whole life. He's completely down to earth and is always willing to help his students when needed. His class is lectured based, but his lectures are completely fascinating and intriguing. You won't regret taking his class, he'll change your world.

Mr. Cheetham was an amazing teacher. While in his class I learned a lot about myself and the world around me. He is very knowledeable about his field of study and inspires students through his lectures and insight. I would highly recommend his class.

He was my favorite teacher throughout my college career

Cheetham is a great teacher! It's amazing all the things you can learn in his class. This class is lecture based, but topics are really interesting. This professor knows what he is talking about and makes discussions fun. I recommend doing the readings, so you have an idea what he's talking about.

Very interesting course, mostly because of a great teacher! He promotes discussions and debates, which really adds to the class. He makes sure you get help if you need it, and is always more than willing to answer questions and clarify things. He also has a sense of humor that keeps the class fun.

i took him at cypress c.c. and he was really great,he was really interesting and he tried to get to know his students. We used a course reader instead of book and it was only $15.Most days we took notes and listened to lecture, we also watched videos periodically. His tests weren't that bad if you knew what was going on. take his class.

Prof. Cheetam is a wonderful professor who really makes the subject come alive to his students. He teaches through lectures but also shows many field studies and documentaries to help illustrate what he is teaching. I would definitely tell anyone who is going to take anthro to take it with him. He truly is inspiring to all his students

david is a great teacher. he is actually one of my favorite professors. he makes class super interesting and i always look forward to his lectures. he is SUPER FUNNY, i guess that's what makes his lectures so fun to listen to :]

i guess you can say david is America's number one anthro teacher.

He's a really fun, chill teacher. We never had any homework except the reading which was usually interesting. Only two tests and a final..that's it. He's really funny and sarcastic and shows some really interesting video's. I highly recommend him.

It is always nice to know that I will not have a boring day in class like many other classes of mine. Not only is the subject in class interesting, but the selected text and the random stories you have to go along with the subject we are learning are always above and beyond.

He's a great professor! He keeps the class interesting until the last minute.

Best guy ever! He also kind of looks like Dr. House. Really eccentric personality, love it!

this is the best teacher i have ever had!he is not confusing and he makes his notes very clear.oh and get this, whatever he goes over in class will be on the test. no tricks ?'s on the test.so, if you show up to class your A will be guaranteed.so yeah, attendance is mandatory.trust me,i dont like anthropology and i look forward to attend his class.

This professor is awesome. He is passionate about what he does, and he makes class very interesting. As long as you take notes and study, you will do fine. He is very funny, and will keep you entertained. I really recommend taking him.

fun and interesting!

because it is my first year in college, I had a lot of pre-conceived thoughts that the teachers would be difficult and hard to understand, but after taking his class those thoughts have diminished. David Cheetham is one of the best teachers you could ever have and he is also very helpful with any questions you may have and he is also ....very funny

This teacher was so interesting. His teaching style is a little different but just as effective. He comes off strong but that's only cuz he has an actual personality. he is willing to help you if you need it. He makes an issue to stress the concepts then key dates ect. I would definantly recommend him. Great Teacher.

Cheetham was exceptionally good at his job. There wasnt a day that id come in to class where i wouldnt walk out in a better mood. He explains everything in depth and with clarity.his study guides are based on exactly whats on the test, and he always throws in at least 1 free bee! loved that. over all hes a great teacher and i highly reccomend him.

David is a real cool guy. You can be real with him no matter the subject really. He actually likes to hear exactly what you have to say. He is very clear in his explanations and does a good job of covering interesting topics. If your into learning, you want this guy! Cheers D!

Professor Cheetham inspired me to major in anthropology. He has a great sense of humor,making class a riot while staying on topic. He explains everything patiently and makes things very clear.He's genuine when he asks how your day is going. He wants you to be heard and understood.My prejudices about race/ethnicity are diminished thanks to him.

good teacher. definitely enjoyed the class. tests were easy if you went to class and were there when he gave out study guide answers.

I am a 3.8 student and was just taking Anth 102 as a GE. At first i had no interest in the subject. David Cheetham changed that. He is a wonderful professor and knows how to keep you entertained while staying on subject. His test are easy if you pay ATTENTION in class. His class was one of the best classes i have taken. TAKE HIM...HIS GREAT!

Cheetham is the kind of guy who obviously knows his stuff-- he's very well read. He seems concerned that the students learn the material, and his teaching style is comprehensible. My mediocre grade in his class was entirely my fault (I kinda blew off some of the readings), but I'd recommend his class to anyone.

He is very enthusiastic, easy to keep up with. I thoroughly enjoyed his class and style of teaching.

I LOVE THIS PROFESSOR! HE BRINGS THE MATERIAL DOWN TO THE LEVEL WHERE THE CLASS UNDERSTANDS IT. IF YOU KEEP UP ON THE LECTURES AND THE READINGS YOU WILL DO FINE ON THE TESTS. ASIDE FROM BEING SUPER HOT, HE IS VERY ENTHUSIASTIC AND ENJOYABLE. I RECOMMEND YOU TAKE HIS CLASS!

The most insightful educated teacher that actually knows what he is talking about and loves what he teaches. If you really want to know about life take this class...

David goes above and beyond to help all his students make sure they succeed in class. He listens to everyone and adapts his teaching styles to fit individual needs. He is very well-read and has first hand experience in his field. He is a wonderful teacher, and i HIGHLY recommend taking his classes.

Awesome professor that is very knowledgeable, lots of experience all over the world in the field. Kept the class entertaining and fun. Very reasonable about homework, tests and workload. Focus is on learning. Whether you are taking his class for your major or GE, you will get a lot out of it. Always willing to talk and to help in or out of cla

It was a lot of work, but all the information was interesting and totally new. Cheetham did a good job making it interesting and fun, and while I may not remember everything, I have had a lot of fun sharing what I've learned and applying it to my art (gasp). Overall, it was a valuable class and a good over-view of Pre-Columbian history!

I took this class at LCAD, the entire class was not doing so well after the first test but the tempo picked up from there and people raised their grades right at the end. David has a very enthusiastic personality and made the material interesting and fun! "Come prepared and on time right after you brush your teeth and floss."

Cheetham introduced the art and culture of ancient South America and Meso America in an interesting and informative matter.  He has inspired me to learn more on the subject and visit these places in the future.  I would definitely take a class offered by him in the future.

I have never meet a teacher who was so keen on making sure a student completly understood the topics covered. He is genuinly the most enjoyable, funny, caring, understanding teacher that i have ever had. I truly appreciate this teacher and im sure any one who will ever have him will do the same.

David Cheetham is an extremely great professor. He is very flexible for when it comes to ones schedule. He is very enthusiastic about teaching and is open to others experience and opinions. This is definitely a class that one will enjoy and remember whether majoring in Anthropology or not. I highly recommend Professor Cheetham.

Professor Cheetham is all you could ask for in. In a mere three months he has taught me more then expected. He delivers his lessons in such a way that it makes you want to participate, pay attention, and learn! I HIGHLY recommend this teacher, for I would enroll again without thinking twice.

David is a wonderful teacher and extremely helpful. He shows great concern towards students in regards to understanding the class cirriculum.

I knew I was in for a good semester with Professor Cheetham from the first day. Cheetham delivered his lectures in a manner which was appealing yet professional. His demeanor is not intimidating which put me at ease, thus making it easier to grasp the material. I looked forward to his class and couldn?t wait for what he had to say. I?ve yet to me

. I?ve yet to meet a professor who cares as much as Cheetham- always available to help and genuinely cared for my academic success- not only in his class but also with other courses I was taking at the time; needless to say, he went above and beyond. David was a lot of fun too!

excellent class and teacher. his lectures were interesting and he kept it casual. i really liked that he's an actual archaeologist and he knows his stuff. the tests were medium difficulty but i did well on them and on the papers. responds to emails promptly also, and that's especially important to me when i need answers right away.

Excellent teacher, if you really to know about cultures,civilizations,human behavior. Fascinating stuff! Mr.Cheetham is very knowledgeable and funny! It was a pleasure being in his class! I plan on taking his Archaeology class next year!

Great teacher!!! The class was always interesting and he was always available if we needed help. Responds to e-mails rapidly and he actually cares about your success in the course. I learned a great deal and I was never bored in class!

Overall a great instructor. He gives great direction and gives out plenty good information. Very enjoyable class and keeps you coming back for more information.

Very nice teacher. passionate about teaching.

Honestly the best teacher I have ever had. You can see how much he loves what he is teaching and he keeps the classes interesting. He always makes sure people understand what he is teaching and is always avaliable for people to ask questions and voice opinions. I highly recommened his classes and wish he taught more.

GREAT CLASS! He was NOT afraid to challenge the book or any other source of information that he disagreed with & has the academics & reading behind him to do so. Future students: don't miss out on a single reading, lecture or film:you'll SURELY miss something important and interesting. His class should have "critical thinking" in the title.

His class was actually recommended to me and I can now see why! He presents topics in a way that is easy for students to understand. His personality really brings the class alive and makes anthropology fun! There is no doubt that he knows the material and is passionate about what he teaches!!!

David Cheetham is hands down the best professor I have ever had. His level of knowledge in the field of Archaeology is unmatched in my humble opinion. His cadence is perfect and his transmission of complex ideas is amazingly clear. It doesn't get better than this.

Professor Cheetham is awesome! He made the subject matter easy to understand. Class was an open forum, he welcomed and encouraged questions,he allowed us to email him, and his responses where always quick. On assignments his expectations where always well defined, he is dedicated,interesting, considerate and caring. I'd recommended him to anyone!

This professor is awesome...his lectures are so not boring he helped me with propering for an exam and got an A+ on it. one of the coolest professors i ever had.

Professor Cheetham was an incredible teacher. He made class really fun, and was super involved with his audience. His passion and knowledge for the subject really showed and made for a much more interesting and enthusiastic lecture. I would definitely recommend this professor. Awesome guy!!

He's such a fantastic professor. He helps everyone in class with all the questions and concern that they have. He makes his lectures very joyful and easy to remember. Also, he's very understanding with any situation that you may get into and eager to work with you. Awesome professor!!

I didn't know what to expsct coming into this class. The lectures were easy to follow, If there was any confusion David was more than willing to answer questions, he is very understanding, and approachable. While making appointments to speak with him he is very flexible. Do the assigned reading and go to class and you will enjoy it. this was the on

Amazing class, extremely interesting and up beat. I would recomend this class to anyone that is interesting in taking anthropology. I measure class by the amount of times i fall asleep during the class and i did not fall asleep once all semester in this class. Do the required readings and take good lecture notes you will need them. GREAT CLASS!

extremely enthusiastic about the material and his students, genuinly cares about the success of his students, and is happy to healp with anything he can. TAKE THIS CLASS YOU WILL LOVE IT GUARENTEED!!! UNLIKE MOST PROFESSORS GETS TO KNOW YOU AS A STUDENT AND AS A PERSON AND WORKS WITH THE DIFFERENT WAYS STUDENTS LEARN!!!REALLY EASY TO TALK TO TOO!!

Professor Cheetham is one of the best professors ive had. Before taking his archaeology class i had no interest in the subject. david knows what he is talking about and that comes from years of field experience! not just a professor regergitating useless information. highly recommend his class and would take it again in a heatbeat!

I enjoyed this class very much. David is a very good and understanding professor. If anyone had a question he was more than willing to answer. Interesting class to take when taken with David. Just don't be late and READ! It helps. I do plan on taking David for another anthro. class because I enjoy David's style of teaching. =]

David Cheetham is my favorite teacher at LBCC. His course is very easy, meaning his expectations are clear and to pass the course, you just need to pay attention in class, read the readings, and go over your notes for the test. Even though attendance was not mandatory, I wanted to go to class every meeting time. I highly recommend him.

David was by far the most honest teacher, and most interesting I've had at LBCC. He is very courteous and attentive towards his students. Sometimes veers off the topic, but it's always something interesting. He gives some extra credit points, and his tests are always entertaining to say the least. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Great teacher, super helpful and makes class fun.

David Cheetham is a really laid back guy. He made anthropology interesting, and has a way of teaching that makes people feel comfortable. He's really friendly. He is really easy to talk to, and he makes an attempt to talk to the students during break. He's a great guy!

Was fun in class. Made the subject more enjoyable even though in the beginning I had no interest in the subject at all.

Professor Cheetham is great. He makes anthropology very interesting and his lecture is great. I would definitely recommand to take his class!!

The attendance is less important for the class requirements and more important to actually pass the class. It's easy in a sense of he makes it easy to learn, but the material requires study time. He has a great personality.

I've had never heard a speaker like this before, not even on TV. If he talked of paint drying you'd sit on the edge of your seat and anticipate the climax, he's that good. And I learned so much about culture. Take his class! He has a aura and magnitism about him too, and the most incredible eyes I have EVER seen. Wow. Very friendly sand helpful too

Professor Cheetham is great! His teaching style and passion about culture, makes the class very interesting. Highly recommend this professor.

I've taken David's course in Spring 2009 at LBCC. I was a bit clueless when I came to the class about all the different cultures there are. I've learn a lot at the end of the semester. He is very helpful for students who want help, all you need to do is ask and he will spend some time before and/or after class. Good Luck, take care and enjoy.

GREAT TEACHER...funny and he knows how to make the many concepts of anthropology easy to understand. took his classes at lbcc fall '08 and spring '09...he such a cool teacher... i highly recommend taking his class if u actually want to understand the world of anthropology....he deserves an A+ hands down for being a great instructor

motivating, and genuinely interesting to listen to

david is such a good teacher i learned alot from this class you should take his class he is super cool and chill.... easy class no homework just do the reading and go to class and u are good

Coolest teacher ever. Teaching methods are interesting and appealing to students. Not boring. Lenient. I learn so much from lecture that I don't really need to take notes; I just listen. Recommended!

I took David's class this past spring semester. I loved this class, and recommend this to anyone considering taking a anthropology class. His Tests are easy but you need to study and do the readings. David is very helpful and cares about his students. Great class, Great Teacher.

he's a really good teacher... =)

this class was really interesting, and i actually liked it. i thought that anthropology class was going to be boring but it wasn't

I loved this class! I found myself talking to others throughout the day about what I had learned earlier. The things you learn cross over into other fields and I actually found myself enjoying and understanding my human geography class more because of anthro2 with David. Highly recommended! would do it again

he is an amazing teacher, really down to earth. you can tell that he loves his subject. he makes the class very interesting. Everything that you need to know is in his lectures. He ask random questions so he can get to know his students. he knew all of the students name. I would so suggest you take him!!!!!

Awesome professor! This was a very cool class - Prof. Cheetham is very interesting and makes class fun as well as informative in a manner that is easy to comprehend and leave you wanting to learn more. I thoroughly enjoyed going to class and was disappointed when I missed. The project was fun and tests are pretty easy if you take notes and study.

very into anthropology. good lecturer when it comes to connecting students with foreign cultures. Professor Cheetham tries to enlighten his students about the way they think and view the world's cultures.

Great class and a great professor. He relates his topics to our world today with ease and amazingly hilarious comparisons. Wants his students to bring their own opinions to the table and talk about it. Willing to listen and answer any and all questions that you may have about ANYTHING! The readings are very important to the class as a whole.

David Cheetham was a wonderful teacher. His lectures were interesting and taught me a lot. He is a very smart man and knows what he is talking about. I think everyone should take this class at least once.

Fantastic teacher and wonderful class. David is one of the best teachers I've ever had, especially when it comes to anthropology. He's well-educated and understands exactly how to connect with his students. I would take any of his classes again in a heartbeat. If you have the chance, he's definitely the professor to sign up for!

He's the coolest guy in the world!

David a fantastic instructor that is truly passionate in what he does. He is very intelligent and KNOWS his material! If you stay on top of the reading and listen to the lectures you will do fine. Overall great experience!

The only teacher I've had who is alright with not knowing everything about the subject. He makes the material very interesting, you can't help but listen to him. He goes off on tangents, which can normally confuse students, but they are from real life experience in the subject which just adds to the interest level. Absolutely great professor!!

Cheetham was an amazing teacher. One of the teachers that a student remembers from their college experience. His knowledge, humor, and life experience made the class lectures highly interesting.

I had his class for Pre-Columbian & Mexican Culture in Laguna College of Art & Design. Amazing teacher, absolutely passionate about his work and incredibly engaging. I would recommend Prof. Cheetham over and over.

Professor Cheetham was epic. His teaching style is pretty laid back and unstructured, but he knows what he's talking about and if you even pay vague attention to the lectures you'll do fine on the tests. The class was three hours long and I was still never bored! Take him. Seriously. You will learn a lot.

great class, would take it again anytime, good instruction: clear understandable and memorable.

He is one of the greatest history teachers I have ever had. He kept me interested by telling the class his experiences in the field which add so much to the learning experience. I hope he comes back so I can take the second part with him as the teacher.

Being an Archaeology major, I was nervous going into my first class involving an actual Archaeologist. I can honestly say that my time with this professor has increased my love for the subject and inspired me more than I could ever express. I never looked at the clock and was shocked when class was over. An incredible TEACHER.

David is by far the best professor I've eve had... He is down to help you in anyway and and really makes you WANT to come to class. Plus, It doesn't hurt that his lectures are interesting and he has some good stories to tell. Def recommend!

If you struggle, he is willing to help. His classes can be fairly easy as long as you attend class, read the textbook as assigned and participate. He makes you want to come to class and has many stories which relate to what he is teaching -- makes the learning more fun!

Not the best I've taken but he is pretty easy to get, just keep up with the readings. Didn't have a problem with his class.

Cheetham is an funny and easy teacher. He had to leave early this semester but i did learn many things while he was still here. you should definitely take him for anthro 106

Cheetham was a toally unique prof. with his own standards some would call unusual, but he got the message across. i was very much enjoying the class before he left, and i miss him now. wish he could have finished the semester!

I had David for Pre-columbian & Mexican culture. He is entirely epic person...one of those teachers you should try to take even if the class is not a requirement.

he is an amazing person and teacher ....miss him already!if ya get the chance take his class!!! you will not regret it! he teaches what you need to know and not extra useless crap!

Cheetham was the type of a guy who came off as a little crazy at first impression-- but as the class progressed, I realized that he was a hilarious jokester and very easy to connect with. Although he recommends the use of a textbook, I was able to get by without one just fine. But if you decide to not use a book, be sure to take thorough notes!

I took David for Anth. 114P at UCLA. How to describe him? Well he's funny, interesting, sincere,and sympathetic. His assignments are straightforward and fair. His tests are pleasant! Just go to lecture and take good notes. I'm not an Anthro major, but overall I'd say his class was one of the best classes I've taken in college. Highly recommended!

A "best of the best" instructor. I am Cheetham's age myself ( a returning adult student) and I still think his class may be the high point in my education. He's smarter than you are but won't rub it in; you could be a one hundred year old with 15 doctorate degrees and he would still have some enlightening insight for you to take in. Take his class

Arguably the best lecturer at the RCC College district. Funny, inspirational and a definitive learning experience, Cheetham provides a private college education at a bargain community price..

SO amazing!!! Funny and gets his point across in a way most people could understand.

Cool guy. Interesting lectures. Quizzes and exams weren't hard and had a lot of time. You have to read and can't be lazy but it's totally doable and he helps if you have questions. Doesn't use any powerpoint.