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Funny guy, good teacher

Hilarious and laid back

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I love history, Dr. Coles and Dr. Welch make it fun!

Funniest class you'll ever have. Anyone with food in class will get his attention and he'll start telling Mountain Dew and other food related stories. Definatly makes you laugh and enjoy the class.

Great Teacher, he is hilarious and makes the class interesting!

Hilarious, great guy and pretty good looking, I wish I wasn't graduating so I could have him for another class

big ol teddy bear-loves his FL football & tells great stories

Awesome sense of humor and will drop anything to help you out in a heartbeat... my favorite prof so far!

I've had at least 5 classes with Dr. Coles, and he is hands down the coolest teacher ever!! His rantings are hilarious and you'll learn a lot.

Dr. Coles is very helpful and his classes are extremely enjoyable. He makes history fun. I hope I have many more classes with him.

Dr. Coles is an awesome teacher, with a great sense of humor and personality. He really makes class enjoyable!

He is a great professor, very interesting.

Dr. Coles is really funny! I look forward to his classes everyday!!

He's a funny guy. I love going to History class.

Always avalible outside of class. Great jokester and easily knocked off topic by his own randomness.

Dr. Coles is awesome and if you do not want to go to class to listen to him swear or whatever else he talks about then you should just drop out of school.

Great class. Very entertaining. I actually like taking history with him.

He is the Best! We love you Dr. Coles!

Best class teacher at longwood, and he's hot

He is the best teacher at Longwood. He looks Teddy Roosevlet and he can be my teddy bear any night!

Excellent teacher! I love your classes Dr. Coles

great

Always has a smile on his face! And loves to go off subject!

Dr. Coles Rocks

Dr. Coles made me like coming to history class. Everything he does, says, teaches is interesting! I graduated last year but will never forget him! The most down to earth professor you will EVER have! Take this class even if you don't have to!

Dr. coles is hands down one of the best professors at Longwood. He is exciting, fun, and makes his classes interesting. He is a great advisor who will help you with anything. His love for military history is unsurpassed. He is Civil War Santa!

Ask him about the Mountain Dew!!!

Great professor, I can't wait to take one of his classes again!

Dr. Coles is great! His classes aren't too easy or too hard...and every once in a while he keeps things interesting by straying off topic ;) I think he's probably the best history professor at Longwood.

If you ever get a chance you have to take one of his classes, the man is awesome...just don't mess with his food ;)

If I had taken a class with Dr Coles earlier than senior year, I would've switched to a history major. Made a 9am class exciting to go to, funny and sarcastic-i wish I could've taken more classes with Dr. Coles

Dr. Coles has to be the best history teacher ever, both in and out of Longwood.

Dr. Coles is an AMAZING professor. . .easy to get a long with and actually is one of the few that care about you as a student rather than a number. . .

Dr. Coles is awesome! If your electricity goes out and you call his office to leave a message, he'll still be there...even if it is 9:30 p.m. So give him a call!! p.s. you will still have to take your test...so don't count on getting out of it!!

He's the****. Yes, he does try to fail you with his hard and thinking required tests, but his class atmosphere makes up for it.

Coolest professor ever, especially if you like history. Great lecturer, easy to take notes from & tells hilarious random stories which makes class more fun to go to. TAKE COLES!

This class is really great. I love Dr. Coles and his teaching styles and his toys and his stories. I'm waiting for him to bring his tank into class. Make sure you ask him about the Mountian Dew.

only been in his class for a lil over a week and already i'm in love! his teaching style is fun & informative. too bad he's married he's definately ****... professor i'd love to ****. HOT HOT HOT in a Dennis the Menace kind of way. I know u ladies hear me

I had Dr. Coles three times while I was at Longwood.I minored in history just so I could take his class when my regular histories credits were over.I loved everything about him and he taught me things that I'm using today and for that I will alwayslovehim

Man that one submission that speaks negatively is really just wrong. . .The person who wrote that is an a . . hole. . .Dr. Coles is the BEST PROFESSOR EVER. . .DON'T HATE :)I would STRONGLY recommend classes from him!

(Dr. Coles, the chili pepper is for you) Dr. Coles is a great prof! I enjoyed both the classes I had with him and I look forward to seeing more of him. He is very personable and makes class both fun and informative.

I love this man! He is so considerate and laid back all the things I like in a teacher. The tests are a little hard, but you get used to them and his papers, you must be very specific, but he if you have any questions at all he's always open for you! Take this class! You'll want to major in history.

His tests were hard but he made the class worthwhile. Definitly take some classes from him.

is very down to earth amd has an awsome teaching style

Dr. Coles has been my favorite professor at Longwood since I was a freshman a LONG time ago.He makes his classes fun.I'm graduating in about a week and a half, but I will miss the big man.Now, whoever happened to call him hot in a Dennis the Menace kinda way...whoa girl...haha...nuthin but luv Doc.

I LOOOVE this man. He was an excellent teacher, he cracked me up. I like his style of teaching. It's different, but fun. Take the right notes and ace his tests. Some people don't understand his humor, but he is definitely NOT a backstabber and NOT selfish!!!

I have taken almost all his upper level classes and I did my internship under this man. He is great. Tests are hard but once you know what he looks for they are easy, but you have to study. Will do anything to help someone out, as long as your not one of those repeat offenders. Its fun to go in his office and play with the toys he has in there.

This man will help you as much as he can. All you have to do is take the time to ask for it. Follow the study guides and you'll be fine. I liked him so much the first time I took him a second. It helps when you're having a rough day to go to his class.

Dr. Coles is a great teacher for the GenEd history courses, but he gets more and more fun the more classes you have with him...one of the few professors that I actually miss!!! :o)

makes class fun and livens up things with his sense of humor on the subject. makes jokes on kids in class but they take it good

The greatest professor on campus

I am an alumni from Longwood and Dr. Coles is by far the best professor I have ever had. Not only does he know his material inside and out, but he takes genuine interest in his students. I wouldn't be where I am today without him.

Dr. Coles is an AMAZING professor. He actively engages his students and he does take a geniune interest in his students. Dr. Coles is the only professor who point blank told me "You have a basic Longwood Problem- OVER INVOLVEMENT SYNDROME. . .and he was right! I didn't realize that after one class with him my sophmore year, that he would still remember me as a student. I can't believe he knew EVERY aspect of my life at Longwood. If you have a chance to take his Civil War class in the summer.

I love him. By far the best history teacher ever. hes fun, has fun toys, and he cares about the students. His tests are tough but follow the studyguides and study ahead of time. Worth taking a class with this great man and teacher!

Dr. Coles has to be the best professor in the History deptarment at Longwood. I teach history now and I remember how Dr. Coles conducted his classes and I try to emulate his teaching style. He was my advisor and I could always count on him to be there to help me out when I needed advice. He greatly influenced my life and I thank him for that.

He was very well organized and his lectures were never hard to understand. He helps you pay attention and is very dynamic. He's definitely a great professor!

Hahaha - Dr. Coles is hilarious! ...But don't tick him off - that won't end well for you. :D

Having taken previously taken him for HIST222 and not liked his teaching that much, I was apprehensive. However, this class was very fun, perhaps due to the smaller size (about 15). We went on 2 archives field trips which were very fun. Now when I see him around he speaks to me like an old friend. Would recommend!!

By far the best teacher i've ever had. He is my adviser and has been my teacher twice already. He is hilarious and extremely easy to talk to. Whenever i'm in ruffner i always stop by his office to say hello. His class is pretty hard but it is definitely worth it.

He is possibly the funniest teacher I have ever had. His tests are not that difficult just take notes and read the text and you will do well, his essays are a little rough though. His style of teaching keeps the students awake during class, and he has a story for just about everything. He is always available to extra help too!

Great proff, hates the word "however" don't use it, other than that cynical and grouchy. Frigging hilarious.Loves to be called "Dr. K"

Dr. Coles is the absolute HOTTEST professor to have EVER lived. His intense good looks, suave voice, and utter brilliance and mastery of the subject made class a delight! Learning is a lot easier when the professor is so easy on the eyes! He certainly makes all the girls swoon... so dreamy!!

LOVEEEEE HIM! He is my advisor and makes class fun and inviting for everyone. He sets up study groups and has clear expatiations of the class that anyone can meet.

This guy is the best you can ask for in the department of History. He makes you work your tail off but it's worth it. If you care about the work you'll pass, but he hates sloppiness! Read, do the work, and don't be afraid to ask for help. He's easy to reach.

This was an awesome course and I thoroughly enjoyed taking it. I must say the professor is a bit hard but as long as you put forth a little effort, study, and devout time to studying which one should do in all cases, an A can be assured. Nothing is just handed to you on a silver platter, you have to work for it.

Anyone who claims this professor is terrible is insane. He is by far one of the best Historians I have ever come across and the man knows his stuff. The Vietnam class I took was exceptional. Nothing comes easy to those who are not willing to work for it.

Dr. Coles is a great history professor. He explains everything to the point. He primarily uses powerpoints, or lecture to teach but he is very effective! Read the book, it will help you! I love this guy he made my experience at Longwood even better! Just note that his tests are hard, but study and you will do great!

This is not an easy A, but if you take good notes, pay attention, and keep up on the readings, you've got a solid shot. If he tells you to write something down, do it -- 9 out of 10 chance it'll come up on a test. Do not slack on getting the books he assigns, because you'll need them. Despite not being a pushover, he's still funny and caring.

The topic's heavy (the Holocaust), so he tries to break things up with off-topic conversations and jokes during break. Do the readings and participate, and even if he disagrees with your opinions, he'll still look out for you. Not much gets by this guy, so don't try to pull a fast one. The trips to DC and Richmond are cool. Be on time!

Can be a lot of reading, but don't try to just skim things, because he does read the answers you post to the forum. He doesn't fall off the radar during summer classes like some professors do. The syllabus is very clear, and the material is put up ahead of time.

One of the best teachers I have ever had, he makes even the most boring parts of history interesting. He has a very dry sense of humor, which makes everyone laugh even early in the morning. He grades fairly, and has lots of extra credit opportunities.

Dr. Coles is one of the best professors here at Longwood. If you try hard, you'll do well. He grades papers like an English professor- don't BS them.

He's the best teacher of my career

Okay, I've taken many Cole classes. From my experience, I've learned a bit: don't BS the essays! He can tell if you've tried or not, and he grades those really hard. GO TO HIS STUDY SESSION! His exams are HARD, but, if you go to his study session you will PASS! Play along with his jokes. Overall, he is a really understanding professor. (: !

Coles is amazing. If you try, and you really put in effort he would truly do anything to help you out. It takes a minute to get used to how he teaches and his assessment, but once you get it you get it. He's been amazing and helpful my whole time here, probably the must useful network I have, he pretty much built for me.

Dr. Coles is easily my favorite professor! He cares for all his students and is available at any time if you need help. He also holds study sessions before tests that are super helpful, be ready to write papers though.

He's a great teacher and I like how he lectures the class. He does it in a fun way.

He will call you out if you sleep in class, goof off, etc. He cares, but is tough and focused on doing his job. He is very informed in history, though!

You NEED to take notes and be careful with your reading. The tests are very detail oriented. Very kind and always offers candy in his office. Lots of projects and writing but still a good class. DO NOT PROCRASTINATE.

Dr. Coles is excellent and will go above and beyond to help his students. Do your assignments and dedicate yourself to the class, you get out of the course what you put into it. I definitely recommend you take Dr. Coles if you are a history major because you will learn the material. He definitely makes the class interesting as well.

Dr.Coles class is lectured based and no power points, but has taught me how to take good notes. Everything he says if you write it down it will be useful on the test. He holds study sessions which have had me get an A on every test. He always gives extra credit which if you study is sometimes easier than the test. Test is multiple choice/writing.

You can tell he cares a lot, but his grading can be harsh.

Very informative teacher. The best way to describe the class is you get what you put into it. If you show up, interact, and pay attention to the class, you will do well. He can be harsh with grading papers (3 of them), but he does offer many chances to work with him beforehand, as well as offering before-test study sessions that are helpful.

I absolutely loved this class, and I liked having Dr. Coles as a professor. We were only graded on like seven assignments. Be ready to take a whole bunch of notes as well. Basically everything single thing he says in class will be on the exam. Be extremely detailed on the tests. I would take this class again, but it was hard.

Very lecture heavy and do not expect to get out of class early. Very detailed lectures. Pay attention, take notes and do the readings and you will be successful. Very willing to help outside of class especially when trying to find primary and secondary sources fro the IRP and GIRP.

Love Dr. Coles. cares deeply about his students and is passionate about the subject he teaches