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Shes an awesome teacher take her for any section. Shes young understanding and very helpful.

This class is pretty tough. If you want an A, you will need to come to nearly every single class and you will need to submit your papers early for a proof read. The tests are very tough as well, but Dr. Utley is very nice and very helpful.

If you r a comm major this will be one of your most challenging classes. Dr. Utley is an AWESOME teacher though! Attendance & participation are important, however, she is flexible and very helpful. SUBMIT YOU PAPERS FOR HER TO PROOFREAD(she does have a deadline tho), fix what she tells you to fix and you'll be fine. overall very interesting class.

If your interested in hip-hop at all, its a great class all you have to do is read, and the reading is very interested, only a couple of journal writings and the test are take home which you use your notes from class to take, highly recommended

Took her for Hip Hop criticism and she is an excellent professor. This class requires a LOT of reading, but it is worth it. The midterm is a take home essay, there is a cumulative in class final and and a final paper. As long as you come to class, ask questions if you are confused, and take good notes, you will do fine.

Attendance is a must for this class. She did not do a good job spreading out the work for this class. The last month of the semester we had something major due or some sort of quiz. Here it is a week before finals and we do not have half of our points counted for (300 out of 600). Combines this class with hip hop which got to be annoying. Helpful!

You may think Hip Hop is easy, but this class is not for the faint of heart. Don't take it if you are looking for an "Easy A." Dr. Utley is funny, and the class is challenging but she WANTS you to do well and gives you all the tools needed to succeed. She was very organized, unlike another poster claims. Just come to class every day, like U should!

GREAT PROFESSOR! SHE IS NOT EASY, BUT YOU WILL LEARN ALOT. I REALLY ENJOYED THE CLASS. SHE IS HELPFUL, CLEAR, AND ORGANIZED. YOU NEED TO ATTEND CLASS BECAUSE SHE HAS THESE RANDOM "POINT DAYS" BUT THEY WILL HELP IN THE LONG RUN. READ READ READ!!!!!!

I ABSOLUTELY ENJOYED HER CLASS. SHE REALLY MAKES YOU THINK & CHALLENGE YOURSELF. THIS CLASS IS NOT AN "EASY A," YOU'RE REALLY GOING TO HAVE TO WORK FOR IT, BUT IN THE PROCESS YOU WILL LOVE IT. AND THE VIDEOS THAT WE WATCHED WERE HILARIOUS/MEANINGFUL IN RELATIONSHIP TO THE COURSE THEMES. YEAH, ITS ALOT OF READING BUT THE ARTICLES ARE INTERESTING!

hip hop crit was great and so far Dr. Utley is my favorite female teacher for the comm department. she is great and extremely helpful/caring. she loves her job and is great at it. YES the class can be difficult, but Dr. Utley is ALWAYS willing to help you improve & give excellent advice. so dont feel overwhelmed, she has your back!

Dr. Utley is one of the greatest professors at CSULB. she will make u work for your grade, however she is very willing to help all of her students. Do not miss a day of class, you will regret it! Take her for any section. She's young, smart, and a very caring person.

This class is VERY hard and has a HUGE workload. Total of 5 essays,speech, midterm, cumulative final, uses Turnitin, "in class assignments" worth 10 pts that take you 45-1 hr to complete (you usually have to finish it at home). Nothing against Dr. Utley personally, but she is a very demanding teacher!

Yes, you will work hard but you will learn so much. Dr. Utley is very intelligent. She is clear and so helpful. Take her if you really want to learn! Excellent class.

She is a very nice young teacher... she was really helpful but her class is not the easiest. I got an A but it was because i made sure i followed directions and worked hard. i learned so much from her. she is open minded and thinks out the box , if you dont then you wont get it.

Yes she is a hard teacher. She makes you work every day for your grade. But she is very helpful if you don't understand something just ask her. The students that don't like her don't ask her for help and just think they can skate though the class without really doing anything. You have to work hard to get the grade you want

Dr. Utley is great! Don't be fooled by biased opinions! Many complain, but are the same students that are lazy, close minded, and not willing to think outside of the box. You learn many things in her classes and she prepares you for the open mind you need in this world. I'm thankful I took her classes. Among CSULB's best hands down!

Dr. Utley is VERY challenging. She's a genius when it comes to rhetoric. It almost makes her intimidating--but don't be! She's very caring and helpful. Pay attention in her class, and be prepared to work. If she see's that you are working hard, she'll try to bump up your grade at the end of the semester--but you have to earn it!

Rather boring and pretends she knows everything. More of a con than genuine.

This class was super interesting but the work load was a lot. Learned a lot from this class and Dr. Utley has been one of the greatest professors in the department.

Absolutely loved her class. Hands down one of my favorite professors in the comm department at CSULB. Her intelligence is a bit intimidating, but she is super helpful. She is a difficult grader but she is AMAZING at explaining the hard material in class. Attendance isn't mandatory, but she does test about examples used in class.

Dr.Utley is one of the toughest professors I've ever had but don't let that fool you. She's extremely helpful and knows what she's doing she will push you to do the best you can do. If you fail it's because you didn't try. I absolutely love her and recommend her. She breaks down the huge paper very comm major has to write. She s a published author

This is one of the toughest core classes in the program regardless of the instructor, but Dr. Utley made it manageable with her clear directions on all of the papers. As long as you follow her criteria, you'll succeed in the course. I was able to meet with her throughout the semester and she was friendly and extremely helpful. Great professor!

Online class with only 3 papers and a couple exams, so not much room for error. The trick is to get feedback BEFORE papers are due to pass. No matter how good of a writer you think you are, making some office appointments are the key to passing. 30 mins a week or so beats sitting through any class if you ask me.

Dr. Utley is a great professor. She takes attendance daily so you need to show up to class. I loved how specific she was on rubrics/grading which leaves little room to mess up. Follow the rubric and you will get a good grade on the papers. Also has interesting topics and readings incorporated. She has things graded for you in less than 24 hours.

She's a solid professor. She's funny and really knows how to relate the communications studies with real life scenarios! She's very tech savvy so a lot of her stuff is online and is rarely on paper. She's one of the best professors at LB!

Dr. Utley was my favorite this semester. She relates the lectures to real life stuff and is very funny. Majority of stuff is done online. Attendance is important so do not skip class. This is one of those classes that you actually look forward to going to.

All of her test questions are found on quiz lets online. Attendance is mandatory as it counts for a big portion of your grade. Must take notes since they are not posted online. Overall easy A.

this class was pretty easy attendance matters a lot towards your grade so don't skip because you can only miss 21 points in the class to keep an A. there is also an activity section. 3 tests, 1 presentation, 4 assignments, 1 group presentation, and 20 points of clicker q's. tests challenging but online. some answers on quizlet. TAKE NOTES.

not much in your grade/online tests/read to pass but it's so easy to read because it's everyday things/easy lectures/doesn't upload lectures/engaging lectures/the lecture before an exam is usually a guest speaker/wednesdays are exam days no class/clear powerpoint doesn't get distracted/one big graded assignment per exam (about 4)

not much in your grade/online tests/read to pass but it's so easy to read not that boring/easy lectures/doesn't upload lectures/engaging lectures/the lecture before an exam is usually a guest speaker/wednesdays are exam days so no big lecture class/clear powerpoint doesn't get distracted/one big graded assignment per exam (about 4)

Dr. Utley is so cool but she makes you respect her. I really enjoyed the material of the class. It's simple enough if you keep up with lectures and browse through the book. Make sure you come to class cus she takes attendance through iClicker questions. She also brings in cool guest speakers sometimes.

It's not her that does the grading, but the section facilitator that does. Other than that, she's amazing, lots of laughs and goofs, along with some good life lessons. No cumulative exams, though they are tough and if you don't read or take notes, you're done for. There was a speech and group skit, too.

I was intimidated at first, but once I applied myself and really paid attention to lectures and the style of written material, I was able to ask her questions without fear. This is an amazing class and I would recommend it to everyone and anyone! Dr Utley is very dedicated to her students and her study. Tests are fair. Papers are hard.

Dr. Utley class was fun to attend. She was funny and very nice. She does take attendance so it is mandatory but the class is fun she makes it interesting, and the GAs are always there to help. There are small quizzes but its during lecture and if you attended the previous lecture its easy points. Would definitely retake the class!!

You take clicker questions almost class time, they are easy if you did the reading. Points for attendance. Tests are straight forward and you are allowed to use your notes and the textbook on them and you take them online. 3 tests, 1 speech, 1 group role play activity, and 1 paper. Do the work and put effort and you will do good.

Lectures were always fun. Iclicker quizzes are easy if you do the reading. Assignments are doable, so are the tests. 3 tests, non cumulative. no midterm or 'final'.

Knows her stuff. Lectures are entertaining. Quizzes are easy but show up to big lectures so you can actually get points for them

Dr. Utley is a great professor and is care about what she expects. The class is really straight forward, there is 1 speech, 1 group role-play, 1 essay, and 4 online exams. Attendance is not mandatory for the lecture but you will miss out on the quiz points which will add up at the end of the semester.

Show up to class for quiz points , lectures are interesting because she makes them enjoyable! Interacts with the students and actually tries to answer their questions .

Took her in Fall. Online book that was very cheap. There is quiz every week based on the reading which is very easy. The quiz was on the app called reef and you could use the book. 3 tests which were online. Lectures were entertaining and funny. There was a speech and group role play during activity and an easy reflection essay.

Great professor, she leaves no room for negotiation its her way or the highway; activity teachers change from each semester so good luck choosing a good one; 3 midterms noncumulative open book open note, textbook doesnt help so just search answers on quizlet; 3 iClicker questions abt reading every week count as attendance; 1 speech 1 group projects

Easy class, the harder part is the tests she gives you have 3 question quizzes every lecture that are relativity easy. She gives 2 extra quizzes at the end of the semester so you can be able to get the most points possible. In class yoga exercises, she invites everyone to her yoga studio. Overall an amazing professor.

Course was mostly based on the activity section, but there were really easy quizzes at the start of the lectures for points. They make you buy a relatively cheap online book. There were 3 exams that were online and open book. She's a pretty chill professor and I enjoyed going to her lectures.

Utley is very sweet and funny but also has a very stern and confident side. You'll like her class. Lots of class participation in her lecture - she asks a lot of questions and has online quizzes and polls to take and shows the results in class. 1.5-minute easy quiz at the start of every lecture. Very open and respectful to all students.

She's a good professor. The class consists of reading quizzes due every week, 3 exams, and 3 assignments that are graded by your activity leader. The exams aren't that hard as long as you read the chapters. Lecture isn't mandatory, but activity is

Honestly shes just an amazing teacher all around she gets down to the point there was a couple of assignments regarding the script a paper but theyre all extremely easy to accomplish you have a couple exams but theyre not too hard theyre all multiple questions overall shes just a really good teacher Just show up to the class and do the hw

Dr. Utley is great and her class is very easy. You can either choose to attend lecture and not open the textbook once, or read the chapters thoroughly and not attend lecture. Either one works. Majority of your grade comes from the lab section, so participate well and pay attention. Very easy class, a lot of it is common sense.

I rarely went to lecture, but always read the textbook. Just try on all of the activity assignments, use common sense and you'll get a good grade. Reading quizzes every week. She's a nice, funny professor. However, I do feel as though her exams were worded in a confusing manner (questions seem like they can have multiple right answers).

Dr. Utley was one of my favorite professors. She makes class fun and helps you to understand the material. I would definitely recommend to any one. She is always there to help you.

Dr. Utley's class is interesting, but the activity section is what makes up most of your grade. Her class lectures aren't mandatory to attend. Quizzes are 3 questions each and exams are pretty reasonable. The textbook is required, but can be found online for free.

Dr. Utley's lectures weren't mandatory (the activity sessions are though), however, the discussions we had in each one were worth the attendance. She also is respectful and open-minded to diverse thinking.

I highly recommend you take Dr. Utley! I genuinely learned so much from her class, her lectures are very easy to follow and the exams are pretty easy as long as you take decent notes. The lectures are not mandatory to attend, but the activity is. Having the book helps ALOT (you can find a free pdf). There are 3 exams 3 easy assignments total.

I really enjoyed this class. Dr. Utley is an amazing professor, she's so sweet. It was 3 exams all multiple choice, 3 big projects that really weren't difficult at all, and 11 quizzes. The quizzes can make or break your grade, you have 60 seconds to answer 3 multiple choice questions about the reading. I would definitely take her again.

Her tests are very situational, pay attention to the lecture and maybe skim the textbook chapters and you'll be fine. USE ALL THE RESOURCES you can think of and you'll be fine. No hw, a few group projects, 1 speech, 3 exams. Gl.

I am taking this class right now and I am really enjoying it! The lectures are optional, but the activity session for the course is mandatory. I find the lectures to be very interesting, and the professor is so sweet.

I love this professor! Her lectures are detailed and organized and never fail to keep me interested. She is so respectful to everyone and shows true care and passion for everyone and for what she does. No matter who you are, you will feel seen and heard with this professor.

Attendance wasn't mandatory for lecture, but was for the corresponding activity session (which wasn't bad at all as well). Dr. Utley is a very kind and well-spoken professor, and she made it very easy to understand the topics at hand. The class overall was very simple, as long as you put in the effort to do your work.

great professor! she is a great lecturer as well. attendance wasn't mandatory for lecture, but it was graded for the activity section. there are a few activities throughout the semester, 3 exams, and weekly quizzes. do the quizzes!! they are kinda scary since you have a minute to complete it but just use common sense and you'll be good.

Dr. Utley's main lectures were not mandatory; however, the activity sessions are mandatory. The reading quizzes will make or break your grade so try to read the assigned chapters and understand the content. There were three major assignments which consisted of a speech, group project, and video reflection. Overall, great class.

The professor is very nice and awesome. There is not much homework only quizzes that are true or false. Textbook is needed and quizzes are based on lecture and textbook. The class is based on theses assignments: 3 exams, a group project, speech, and reflection. Class is overall very useful and interesting and not once boring.

this class was one of the best if taken so far. the professor and GA are amazing and kind. The lectures are straightforward and easy to understand. Three big tests and one 3 question quiz each week, all of which as simple if you study your notes and the reading. 3 activity assignments that are pretty easy. highly recommend!!

Nice class, but exams were random. 3 exams all open note & noncumulative (including final). You have to be able to look for the information quickly to answer the questions. 3 easy assignments (speech, role play, reflection video) and weekly quizzes. Lecture interesting when she has some stories related to the content. Strict deadlines.

Tons of small assignments, discussion posts, and 3 quizzes that are averagely challenging, attendance is required. Final is an essay that is anonymous and has confusing criteria.

So many assignments, a really tough grader will make you redo assignments, attendance and participation are a part of your grade, a camera is required, fully an ENTREPRENEURSHIP class, not a communications class. No final exam but 2 presentations that are 2 minutes each, confusing criteria and will make you redo them.

COMM 334 had a good clear structure to follow. As long as you put in effort and detail, you will do well in the online course. Professor gives feedback, so make sure to follow through on what is suggested. Asides from this, the course was engaging. I had a good time taking Professor Utley's course, there is room for flexibility though.