3.6

Emmanuel Ewane

Chemistry - Houston Community College (all campuses)

3.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
24%
Would Retake
164
Reviews
3.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

24%

Would Retake

164

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What Students Say

35 mc, 3 short q's straight from the notes

CHEM1412 - 4.0 rating

worse chemistry teacher,donot take him

CHEM2423 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

55%

Textbook Required

40%

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A: 16
A+: 7
Not sure yet: 7
B: 3
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Tough grader (8)
Get ready to read (5)
Test heavy (5)
Skip class? You won't pass. (4)
Respected (4)
Hilarious (3)
Participation matters (2)
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Ratings by Course

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1411

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CHEM

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CHEM2412

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CHEMI1411

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CHEMALL

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CHEM2

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Reviews (164)
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CHEM1411
Mar 26, 2003

He also teaches Chem 1412.He tries to make chemistry easy to understand for the students. He welcomes questions and is always willing to help.

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CHEM1412
Mar 28, 2003

Great professor! I took him for 1411 and it was great. I took a different professor for 1412 and ended up dropping that class. I waited a semester and took Dr. Ewane again. It was the best decision. If you have to take chemistry, he is the best.

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CHEM
Apr 16, 2004

A great professor. I took him like 3 yrs ago. he is very helpful and very down to earth. More like a friend/teacher. He is someone you like hanging around with in school and out of school. He knows his material well. He has a Phd. And uses it.

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CHEM1411
Aug 29, 2004

He is the best chemistry teacher you can ever have. I took 1411,1412 with him 3 years ago, and i came back to take organics with him. I still remember things that he thaught me. Also he's very friendly and willing to help. just pay attention in class.

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CHEM1411
Dec 29, 2004

He is a great instructor who is willing help you understand. I would recommend him to other students.

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CHEM2
Mar 8, 2005

Thsi mann thinks his class is the only class we are taking... Will work you to death i tell ya... I mean, he is a good teacher but he makes you work extra hard. If you are only going to school and dont have a job, He a good teacher for you...

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CHEM1412
Apr 27, 2005

Well, lets face it, Chemistry is hard. It is easier if you have a professor like Dr. Ewane though.He gives lots of extra credit,drops your lowest tests and is very understanding about late labs.Face it,You gotta study for chemistry, a lot.If you can't make it with this professor, then you wont ever.

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CHEMISTRYII
May 16, 2005

Dr. Ewane will help you if you seem interested in the class and make effort. I would recommend him for Chemistry and Organic. If you think any science classes should be easy, think again. So don't expect an easy A, you have to work for it.

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CHEM1411
May 23, 2005

chemistry is hard reguardless of the teacher, but mr. ewane makes it alot easier and is very helpful. I would highly reccomend taking him for any chem class. Its not gonna be an easy A, or blow off class, but you only get what you put in.

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CHEM1412
Aug 11, 2005

Tests are hard and he dosent really give a good review.. but he is absolutely a great teacher! would take him for Organic as well but have to take it at UH.. do good in lab and go to class and you should do just fine

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CHEM2425
Aug 13, 2005

Dr. Ewane assists in making any chemistry course bearable. I recommend Dr. Ewane to those willing to work for a grade that you aspire to attain. He builds a relationship with his students on a friendship level that assists in communication barriers other instructors may inhibit. Dr. Ewane's open mind and kind nature are unforgettable and admirable.

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CHEM1411
Jan 18, 2006

Awesome teacher..he is very helpful and clear..he makes Chemistry look good.. 2 thumbs up!!

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CHEM
Jul 7, 2006

Very throuagh with his chem. Made me learn chem and I suck at chem. I got a "B" and I"m really terrible at chem so I don't know if it tells ya'll anything. But Don't think his class is a walk in the park.

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CHEM1411
Jul 13, 2006

I found prof. Ewane to be wonderful teacher! He will help you to understand and gives very through notes. However, you do have to put effort into his class, chemistry is can be a very tough subject.. If you don't mind doing some work I highly recommend this teacher.

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CHEM2412
Aug 21, 2006

good teacher

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CHEM1412
Aug 23, 2006

i took his class in spring semester & i still regret it. i made an A in 1411, but made C in his class. my average GPA is 3.7 but this time i did bad coz of his class. he picks few students and help them but if he targets u once than u r gone. he refused to answer my question several time in the class even without listening what i'm asking. he is gu

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CHEM1411
Aug 30, 2006

Made chemistry bearable, an A is to be had if you do the work, did not think there was too much homework, but you really do have to study for his exams. Recommended

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CHEM1412
Dec 8, 2006

Lectures aren't thorough enough for the test. Easier to take for Chem 1 but very hard for Chem 2. Will required lots of studying on your own time, and even then its pretty tough. Very Respectable Professor, and will help you if you ask, he won't come to you if you need help so ask lots of questions.

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CHEM1411
Dec 14, 2006

I thought that he was a good teacher, but it makes it hard for him to teach when people are asking him ridiculous questions.

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CHEM1412
Dec 14, 2006

The worst teacher that I have ever had. He doesn't express what it is that he wants from you so you have no idea what to study. His tests are extremely hard & he doesn't know his material well. He teaches the easy concepts & grades over the hard ones. He is moody & that shows with his tests. If you take his class then you are for a rough semester.

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CHEM5842
Dec 17, 2006

I hated his class! He has mood swings (how does that sound for a guy teacher?) very strict in class lecture, will not let you write on the back of your paper, does not tell you want he want done for lab paper..always asuming you would know what to do, his lectures are very general while the tests are very in dept. It's like getting a lecture from h

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CHEM1412
Dec 18, 2006

Very Intelligent professor in Chemistry, BUT he is extremely hard and his test are very tricky. I recommend him to students who are majoring in some chemistry field but DO NOT take him if you r not strong in science. Just like what everyone else says, he has MOOD SWINGS and he is very strict about turning in assignments

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CHEM1411
Jan 8, 2007

The worst professor ever. Not straight forward at all. Ver hard exams. And he doesnt explain anything, you will have to do all the work. He won't help you if you needed it. Not recommended at all.

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CHEM1411
Jan 11, 2007

WOW! This guy can win a Nobel Prize in about 20 years! Super smart but also super-hard! If you suck in science DO NOT take him! I have a 3.7 GPA and I had to sweat and study my butt off to earn an A! He is an awesome, respectful professor, and looks like a cool ****. Recommend him to students of GPA 3.3 and up.

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CHEM1411
Jan 12, 2007

No Comments

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CHEM2423
Jan 15, 2007

No Comments

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CHEM1411
Jan 16, 2007

No Comments

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CHEM1411
May 16, 2007

i highly recomend him to anybody although u gots to work hard for ur grade.

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CHEM1412
Jul 31, 2007

i him took during the summer and it was so freaking hard!! there were a few select kids making As but the rest were making 50 or lower. i was passing but didnt want to hurt my gpa so i dropped it. take anybody else if you want a good Gpa!

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CHEM1412
Dec 12, 2007

He's a REALLY good professor. His tests are NOT easy & you REALLY have to study, but he makes it so that you understand the material even after you leave class. You really have to work for your grade, but if you're planning on going into the medical field he's the one to take. If ever you have questions he's super approachable. I got my A :)

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CHEM1411
Jan 10, 2008

This teacher is very thorough.He is a very smart man.Anything he could to make you understand Chemistry he will do it. If you come to class and do the work take all the tests, turn in your labs and do all the extra credit problems he gives after some classes you will not fail. The only reason I did not get an A is because I had 4 other classes.

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CHEM1412
Mar 26, 2008

I learned more in the two classes I took from him than in a whole semester of CHEM I. I had to drop because of work, but I always look for his name on the schedule and would love to take him if I could. I don't think he is easy, but I need learn CHEM and not just get a good grade, and from what I saw in those two classes, I think I will be okay

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CHEM1412
Apr 30, 2008

Not easy very fair, goes over problems that are exact format of exam, if you practice you will do very well

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CHEM1412
Jun 4, 2008

Look, Chem is a toughy, but isn't it a function of the time one puts in? Dr. Ewane makes chem awesome...totally enjoyable. I've been completely challenged, and feel that I've mastered so much. Heck, I've continued with him in organic. I earned my A in general chem, and will soon be kickin' butt on the MCAT, I'm sure. HCC is fortunate to have him!

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CHEM1412
Aug 12, 2008

He is not bad, but the most concern with him will be when you need to ask question. He is not friendly so you to ask your self hundered time before you ask any question, even though he ask if any one has any question, but when you ask he will be tough on you.

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CHEM2423
Aug 18, 2008

Awesome. Absolutely great. Very organized, and had expressed interested in student interaction. Made himself available for questions, and was encouraging. Easily understood. I knew what to expect for the exams and labs. Highly recommended.

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CHEM1411
Oct 1, 2008

This man is rude. He does not like to answer students questions, and talks down to them. He makes me want to drop the class at least once a week. (And it is not because I feel that the course work is hard).

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CHEM1411
Oct 19, 2008

No Comments

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CHEM1411
Nov 27, 2008

TRUE, THIS PROF SOMETIMES SOUND RUDE BUT HE IS VERY HELPFUL, GIVES A LOT OF EXTRA CREDIT TO HELP STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT DOING WELL. BUT I ENJOYED CHEMISTRY, I NEED IT FOR MCAT. HE IS THE ONE TO TAKE IF YOU WANT TO COME OUT KNOWING YOUR STUFF. I RECOMMEND TAKING HIM!

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CHEM1411
Dec 11, 2008

He is a HOTeeee :P i totally love chemistry and he made me more in love. He gives review sheets before tests. Labs are kool. He is serious, cause he is a good teacher, and wants to go over the materials, let students ask questions, and cares for students reputation.

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CHEM1412
Dec 21, 2008

I took Chem 1412 with Dr. Ewane this fall, and I'm glad I did.I made an A this time, having made a B in the previous Chem 1411,with a different prof. I can say with confidence that i gave both classes my very best. I look forward to taking him again in the Spring for Organic Chem.1. Now I know Chemistry can be so much fun!!! Dr Ewane is very good.

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GCHEM1
Feb 2, 2009

I think he is a great teacher and you have to do your part to pass! I took him for General Chem 1 and will be taking General chem 2 w/him. By the way does anyone have his partial questions for General chem 2, if you have taken him for fall 08 for general chem 2... shoot me an email at [email protected].

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GCHEM1
Feb 2, 2009

I think he is a great teacher and you have to do your part to pass! I took him for General Chem 1 and will be taking General chem 2 w/him. By the way if you have taken him for fall 08 for general chem 2... shoot me an email at [email protected].

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CHEM1411
Apr 14, 2009

Dr. Ewane is the best chem professor I've had! i had him for 1411 and now I am taking him for 1412 he is extremely helpful and nice. He will answer all of your questions without hesitation. Just make sure to do your part in the class and study hard chemistry is not easy even if you have a really good instructor!

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CHEM1412
May 17, 2009

Dr. Ewane is one of the best teachers of HCC. He is an excellent instructor who can make the boring subject of Chemistry fun even for Chemistry-Haters! If you HAVE to take Chemistry take him. He is fair, helpful, knowledgeable & caring. His teaching pace is good too. Take good notes. Do your homework and get extra points. Two Thumbs up to Dr.Ewane!

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CHEM1411
May 18, 2009

some of the bad comment about ewane is wrong chemistry is a difficult subject if you think you will pass by just showing up why bother save your money and do something else if what you want is a fair professor that every thing on the test are what he taught in class and will give you every opportunity to pass i will definately recommend him.

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CHEM1412
May 19, 2009

I cannot even begin to beleive some of the whining going on here!! Dr Ewane is the best chemistry instructor in HCC period. I saw many lost in class (chemistry is not easy, unless you like it) but so do I see people lost in history, gov, math, etc. It all depends how much of your time you are willing to put on it. Study 2 hrs/day...I got my A++++++

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CHEM1411
Jul 10, 2009

Dr. Ewane is one the best Chem Professors. If you want to learn and understand CHEMISTRY take him. He comes across as strict but very helpful.He breaks Chem down for anyone that has never done Chemistry to understand. GIVES EXTRA CREDITS AND BONUS FOR EXTRA WORK.

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CHEM1412
Jul 15, 2009

This is the best chemistry professor I have ever had. He is clear, articulate and very knowledgeable. He is able to concisely express concepts and provides opportunities for extra credit. Beware those who are slackers, don't prepare and don't do homework you will fail his class. Do your work, and you will learn a lot.

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CHEM1411
Jul 15, 2009

The best Chemistry professor in HCC. He knows his stuff. He simplifies Chemistry. Pre-med students, he is the professor for Chemistry.Gives homework for extra credit.If you want to learn and get a good grade TAKE HIM!

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CHEM2423
Aug 5, 2009

Hey, chemistry can be difficult! But you have to go into this class wanting to succeed and study, study, study. Dr. Ewane actually made this class enjoyable for me(and I'm no Chem major). Tips: Show up, Study and Do all work (HW was xtra credit). To my surprise I made an A. Best Instructor!

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CHEM1412
Aug 16, 2009

GREAT PROFESSOR. Took him in the summer. 4 tests + 1 final. He drops your lowest test grade. Go to class, and take very good notes. It's very important that you to write what he says and what writes on the board. Do the hwk, bc he gives you 10-12pts on each exam!! If you have questions, he responds very quickly via email and text. TAKE THIS GUY!!

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CHEM1412
Aug 26, 2009

Took him for summer. THE BEST Chemistry professor for pre-med, pre-dent, pre-pharm etc etc. Write everything he writes on the board. Read your notes and do Homework. He knows his stuff and explains chemistry the way no one else can. He gives Xtra pts for H/W. Pay attention to practice ex. in class U will find them in exams. Highly recommended

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CHEM2423
Sep 30, 2009

Took Org. 1 & 2 from him during the summer. He is fairly knowledgable and does answer all questions thrown his way. He likes to make the lectures fun and jokes around often. Test are rather difficult, but he does try to prepare you well in class. The departmental final was easy compared to his regular test. Higly recommend....

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CHEM2423
Dec 10, 2009

He is a smart, well educated, and funny teacher. I took Organic Chemistry on fall, and he taught me alot of materials. His tests are hard; his multiple choice part is very detail from the chapters, and the partial sectionis basicly what he recommends during the reviews. If you want to learn Organic Chemistry, take it with him. He gives bonus points

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CHEM1412
Dec 12, 2009

The best Chemistry professor. He breaks everything down and makes it simple. He appears strict but very helpful.His notes and power points are very detailed. Highly recommended for Pre-Med and all pre Health studies students. Gives lots of Bonus points and drops your lowest test so you make a good grade at the end.

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CHEM1412
Dec 14, 2009

Great and smart professor.One of the best in Chemistry. Study his notes and power points. Gives lots of Xtra points to bump up grades. Excellent for pre-Healthcare students. Write down everything he writes on the board you'll see it in exams. Highly reccommended.

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CHEM1411
Dec 15, 2009

I truly think that he is the best chemistry teacher in all hands down.he explains chem in a way that is very clear and you think to yourself,"wait is that it.that's simple" he is fun, funny, jokes around. He knows his CHEM like no other. he gives extra credit on tests.CHEM is not easy at all you have too study hard. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE=D

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CHEMTWO
Dec 26, 2009

The best professor I have ever taken. He was very helpful and had a very good sense of humor. If he sees that you put in the effort he will help you and put in the effort as well. He teaches very well and is very clear as well. If you can take this professor. I highly recommend him.

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CHEM2
May 8, 2010

I think the rest of the review pretty much sums it all up. Great teacher. I highly recommend him.

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CHEM1411
Jun 2, 2010

GREAT TEACHER!! i defff recomend him, he is not the easiest teacher but the way he teaches is GREAT! and clear. High use of the book and the Lab, we had 4 tests, 6 work prob during each test, will do homework and will give extra credit from the book DO IT! he is really helpful. Taking chem 2 with him. He is kind of cute, really elegant.

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CHEM1411
Jun 9, 2010

Great Professor!! He makes your brain work!I saw chemistry even in my dreams while taking his class. And even though he is not that friendly, he's a compassionate man with a heart of gold!

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CHEM1411
Jun 17, 2010

He is NOT an easy professor. He is clear,and somewhat clear to understand but you have to read each chapter study his notes(what he writes on the broad more then likely will be on test.The labs are easy, but test are VERY tricky you must know the information well to make a good grade,if u haven't been in school for some years it will be hard for u

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CHEM2425
Jun 30, 2010

Very patient and explains the material well. I took Organic I as a 5 week summer class. His tests are extremely difficult, but you will know the material very in depth at the end of the course. I highly recommend him if you are pre-med and need to really learn the material.

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CHEM1411
Jul 3, 2010

The material is hard. But he is good, very clear. He uses the book a lot. 4 test with 6 writen out question at the back. Hmm he is hard you MUST study your butt off, NOT a class for those who want an easy A. Must work your butt off and work fast.

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CHEM1411
Dec 16, 2010

Great teacher in HCC for chemistry. I highly recommend him. His speech is very clear, make chemistry easy to understand and give homework and lab as extra points. He is great, take him.

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CHEM1411
Jan 10, 2011

highly recoment him. very good in explaining chem, prove to him that u are doing ur best,very patient to explain stuff,u must follow his rules, he responds very fast to question posted thru emails,his teachings makes u dream over night, $ wish to be in class thru out. you just need to study hard. he is very compationate.explains real chem take him

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CHEM2423
Jan 20, 2011

He was a wonderful professor. In organic he explained everything to my understanding. Even though we had homework assignment he used those as extra credit. You have to study to get am A in this class, but it is worth it!

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CHEM2423
Jan 25, 2011

ONE OF 2 BEST PROFS I'VE HAD AT HCC. Followed book,explained things VERY clearly. I took Orgo at Rice before. Ewane was better than my Riceprof. Very serious at beginning, but laidback/funny later in semester. HCC orgo Lab-a bit unorganized & useless. I feel pretty confident about orgo part of MCAT bec of Ewane. Good explanation of syntheses.

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CHEMI1411
May 4, 2011

Very good instructor, BUT his test are very hard. He takes concepts you learned and spins the question on it head. He explains very well but I would not take him again, nor would I reccommend. His test are nothing like his past exams/reviews that he suggests you study. Calculations are pretty straight forward, but multiple choice is crazy.

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CHEM1412
May 6, 2011

Very good teacher, explains very well. tests are hard but he works out practice ex's just do the worked out ex's on your own and practice tests online and you will do fine. I am taking him again for org chem. Do hw for bonus points on test. He is better than other chem prof's I've taken.

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CHEM1411
May 10, 2011

Ewane is an all around great professor. He is knowledgeable, professional, patient, and witty. Explains well but his tests are kick -ss! Know info in and out. Better yet, just eat the book! He gives lots of bonus points too. Do your job and he will do his. was even patient with the not so smart students who flooded him with redundant questions.

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CHEM1411
May 10, 2011

(con't) u will be in class the entire time so bring a snack. He takes roll everyday . He likes class participation. On tests he likes to use directly proportional or inversely prop. For formula questions. Ques from review are on test word for word. I'm so ready for organic. Bring it on EWANE!

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CHEM1411
May 16, 2011

First off, Chemistry is a hard course REGARDLESS of who you take. So be prepared to devote your life to this class if you enroll in it. With that said, Dr. Ewane breaks the material down to it's simplest form so that it's easy to understand. BUT his test are hell! You have to know the material backwards and forwards to survive the multiple choice.

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CHEM1411
May 16, 2011

(CON'T). There are 4 test and a final but he drops your lowest test grade. He wants everyone to do well so he gives a lot of extra credit. Do whatever extra work he assigns,including HW, because those points make a huge difference in the end. Also, use the material on his Learning Web when studying. I passed with an A, but I literally had no life.

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OCHEM1411
May 21, 2011

Organic Cemistry is not easy.If you would like to have better understanding and enjoy Cemistry classes I recommand him. He is an excellent professor and very helpful. You follow his classes, then you can make A in his class.

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CHEM2425
Jun 16, 2011

Take him. Take him. Take him! Extremely helpful. Knows his stuff. Do hard work, especially your labs, study your notes and you will be fine. took gen chem 2 and both orgos with him and made a high score on the Dental Admission Test (DAT):)

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CHEM1411
Jun 27, 2011

Worst professor I have ever had (120 college hours under my belt); unclear about material that he tests over, disrespectful and rude to students; he always asks if you have any questions, but what he means is if you ask a question he will make you feel stupid, and he will not answer your question...DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!

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CHEM2423
Jul 15, 2011

He is very unknowlegable chemistry professor. I got A in organic 1 when my first time taking it 5 years ago. I just retook this course for refresh. I made a big mistake after choosing him over the summer course. He kept asking us whether we had any questions over the materials but the thing was he did not know how to answer them.

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CHEM2423
Jul 15, 2011

Exams from Tests Bank. He is very rude, not helful, extremely accents, unclarify, disrespectful to student. Tough on lab grades. He even grades the spelling, grammar. RUN RUN RUN. NOT RECOMMENDED THIS MAN

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CHEM1412
Aug 11, 2011

Dr. Ewane is super awesome. Attendance is mandatory for his and all other science classes. There is 4 tests and a final, 5 in total, and he drops the lowest grade. He gives lots of extra credit as a form of homework. The labs were super easy and he is easy on grading whether if it is a lab/homework/test. He doesn?t depend on power points to lecture

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CHEM1411
Aug 14, 2011

Rude and Arrogant man. He will request you to ask question, if you do, he response with an attitude. Well goodluck to you, if you dare pick him. My grade is B

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CHEMALL
Aug 19, 2011

I took gen chem 2, organic I & II with him and it really helped me getting into medical school. You learn something from this class. Most of his lectures tests will help you repare for the MCAT, PCAT. College is not easy so suck it up and become adults.

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CHEM1411
Nov 2, 2011

awesome teacher.. best ever..! his test would be easy if u study. love him so much

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CHEM2425
Dec 8, 2011

very good professor, teaches well and makes class interesting. hard material but is willing to help. practice tests and quizzes help test grades, drops lowest test. grades hard on the labs/papers. tests are difficult but with hard studying and good notes can achieve high grade. took him for chem as well, would highly recommend him to others.

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CHEM1411
Dec 15, 2011

Do not take this teacher!!!!!!! Trust me! I got a B in his class but it was the hardest B I ever worked for in my life. Do not trust those other comments, I think it's really him leaving comments about himself. Because I can't believe students think he is a good teacher.

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CHEM1411
Dec 18, 2011

Do not take him. You will stop loving the class. He is rude. He teaches very good but he thinks he is teaching high school kids and warns you even if he does not like the way you sit on the chair. There is something wrong with this guy. I guarantee you that you will end up commenting bad like me about him. Very poor aI got a B but still dont take

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CHEM1405
Dec 20, 2011

If you do your work and listen in class you till do well. Tests match more of the textbook rather than the notes. He will give you sections to study for the test. He always answered questions I had. Turn in all your homework even if he doesn't ask for them. You need to be responsible for completing and turning it in the next class.

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CHEM1411
Dec 30, 2011

Dr. Ewane was a good teacher can be hard at times but overall he is good. He does have very low tolerance for playing around in his class and also expect for instruction to be given once. IF you act like high school kids then he his forced to treat you like one, u are in college so act like mature adult and you wont have any problems.

4.0
5.0
CHEM1411
Jan 24, 2012

Hey guys. I took his class before. I definitely agree with the other person. I believe he is writing most of this comments for him self. Especially the last one is exact grammar that he uses in class. Just be careful if grade is important to you. He will make sure you wont get it. I also agree with other guy about treating like High school students

5.0
4.0
CHEM1411
Apr 10, 2012

he is a very good professor. very very thorough. theres alot to learn in the class so make sure you dont put to much on your plate cause youll def have to study for chem.

5.0
3.0
CHEM2012
May 13, 2012

he is a very awesome man. he knows his stuff. he explains everything and he goes through all practices exercise of every single chapter of the book with his students he's very helpful reviews for the test are online just read your note and do homework i've studied and learned a lot in his class finally i made A i highly recommand him thx Dr EWANE

5.0
3.0
CHEM1412
May 13, 2012

he is a very awesome man. he knows his stuff. he explains everything and he goes through all practices exercise of every single chapter of the book with his students he's very helpful reviews for the test are online just read your note and do homework i've studied and learned a lot in his class finally i made A i highly recommand him thx Dr EWANE

5.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Jun 26, 2012

Dr. Ewane, is a good teacher and is willing to help his student as long as he know they are trying their best to do the work

5.0
2.0
CHEM1411
Jul 9, 2012

He's very good. Got an A for Summer 1. Only focus on what he focuses in textbook. Do all homework and show him if you're interested in his class, he'll support you well. He's funny. Highly recomend you guys. Thanks prof. Ewane.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Dec 14, 2012

Dr. Ewane is an awesome professor. He knows how to take concepts that look impossible in the textbook and make them seem really easy. He has a really fun personality and allows a lot of opportunity for extra credit. If you work hard you should make an A in his class.

4.0
5.0
CHEM2423
Dec 19, 2012

Not easy and hard grader. Great at explaining the material. No review for test, you must know it all come test day. Be prepared to study much. Patient with students at answering questions. I repeat not easy.

5.0
4.0
CHEM1411
May 16, 2013

I've always hated chemistry, but Prof. Ewane made it a little more...bearable, haha. He explains things very clearly & has the patience to explain to you what you might not have understood. Be aware though, if you act like a child, he will treat you as one, so pay attention & try. He's great. I will be taking him again in the Summer for Chem II.

5.0
3.0
CHEM2423
Jul 16, 2013

He is a great professor! take him!! Explains material clearly...but you have to study. He is a nice man.

3.0
4.0
CHEM1411
Oct 16, 2013

He is good in explaining chemistry, very patient with students, if there is something not clear, he is going to explain it over and over, He always comes late to the class around 30 min late, very tough, you should study hard for his class, his accents is not really clear, and sometimes he has attitude, because of the place where he up.

5.0
3.0
CHEM2423
Nov 14, 2013

Hands down on the best chem professor at HCC. HE KNOWS WHAT IS HE TALKING ABOUT, BUT YOU GOT TO STUDY. TOOK MY CHEM1,2 AND ORGANINC WITH HIM. BESIDES BEING A GOOD PROFESSOR, HE IS GREAT HUMAN BEING TOO. ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE WHO GRADES YOU NOT ONLY ON YOUR GRADE, BUT IF YOU REALY CARE ABOUT THE SUBJECT AND WANTING TO LEARN.TAKE HIM.:)

5.0
3.0
1401
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2013

Very educated,Knowledgeable, Helpful,detailed!Excellent!

5.0
3.0
CHEM2423
Dec 14, 2013

great professor! please take him! He is the best chemistry professor in HCC and you will really learn the material.

5.0
2.0
CHEM1412
Dec 25, 2013

Dr. Ewane is a excellent professor. He made Chemistry II easier than Chemistry I.

5.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Apr 3, 2014

Three highest test grade(out of four), lab average, and the final make up the majority of your grade. He does extra credit(homework) if he feels like it. He has a test outline and old test online for each unit and has a day for reviewing in class as well. There is no real reason for someone, who puts forth the effort, to not make at least a high B.

5.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Grade: B
May 7, 2014

He's a great teacher but his tests are not so easy. Look over everything he gives you. Especially the book ***

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
May 9, 2014

The Best chem teacher. His is really wise. If you need help or don't understand something he loves to go over it. there is 4 exam but he drops the lowest test grade and he also add extra credit. I am gonna take him for chem 1412 for sure. But don't miss his class its chemistry. The way he teach each chapter leads to another.

5.0
2.0
CHEM1411
Grade: A+
May 17, 2014

I recommend him 100%

4.0
4.0
CHEM1411
Jul 7, 2014

Great professor!

5.0
2.0
CHEM1411
Jul 29, 2014

Great professor! He's a little slow in class so everybody could understand his class. He's strict in class and would not allow cellphone use. He wants everybody to pay attention so he would ask people questions frequently. Take his class if you really want to learn. DO NOT take if you want an easy A.

5.0
4.0
CHEM2423
Grade: A
Aug 20, 2014

Great Professor! If you do the work and study, you have no reason not to be successful in his class. He may give bonus points at his discretion but don't rely on that to get you through. You must do the work and study.

5.0
4.0
CHEM2425
Aug 20, 2014

Second part to Org 1 and the same principle applies. Do your part to study and do the assigned homework. He is a great professor and explains Organic in a manner that you will get it. Hands down the best chemistry professor that I have had.

4.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 1, 2014

His tests are easy as long as you study the book and the notes. 35 mc, 3 short q's straight from the notes. No quizzes. Uses pts from chapter hmwk as bonus pts on tests, if nobody makes a 100. No reviews. Reason why ppl fail his tests is bc they don't have time to study. Cancels lab a lot. You miss a lot of class and u will be lost here at WCJC.

5.0
4.0
1411
Nov 25, 2014

He is a great professor! I absolutely recommend him. He teaches chemistry in a way everyone can understand. But you need to study hard to pass this class, not an easy A.

4.0
4.0
1412
Dec 5, 2014

Dr. Ewane is a great professor you will learn a lot but his test are very hard and confusing. Participation in class is a must.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2014

One way to know a good professor is to ask a tough question and if he answers with confidence and a smile, he is good. For me he linked the bonds between all sections and made the tough course seem so easy. Tests are not as hard as others mentioned, compare the tests with the chapter Q. and its easy. "D" BEST IN CHEMISTRY.

5.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Grade: B+
Dec 11, 2014

I was taking 5 courses this semester and scared that I would fail. Professor Ewane just motivated me to keep going. He is understanding and his aim is to make sure that you learn at the end of the course. If you are having issues, make sure that you talk to him and be real. I love this teacher! I worked my tail off and he saw my effort and rewarded

4.0
4.0
1412
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2014

This class is not easy, with that said his test are very hard if you don't practice and study really hard you will not pass. Good instructor. I wouldn't recommend it if you are taking more than 2 classes

5.0
3.0
ORGOCHEM2
Dec 29, 2014

Best chemistry teacher at HCC. He knows and understand chemistry very well. He explains every problem very well, so you can understand it.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1412
May 15, 2015

I am definitely taking him again. He is very nice and respectable. He will drop the lowest grade. Gives a lot of extra points on the tests by doing the H.W's. Yeah tests are hard bc its CHEM 2 but if you study you will be fine!! Very AMAZING teacher. Take him.

5.0
4.0
1411
May 17, 2015

Ewane is a great professor this man is funny and does a very good job with lectures. He does a good job at explaining things out and if you have a question he is more than glad to answer it, he can be sassy at times but don't take it personal, he's a good guy. Tests are difficult so make sure you study, drops lowest test grade, hw is extra credit

5.0
4.0
OCHEM1
Jun 24, 2015

AMAZING professor ! O. chem is going to be a challenge regardless, but he breaks it down for you to understand. i didnt even take general Chem 2 & struggled initially but if you go to his office he'll help you a lot. ended up with a B, if i wasnt working full time & did more practice problems, & didnt cram for exams, prolly would of gotten an A !

5.0
4.0
1411
Grade: A
Jul 24, 2015

This guys is freaking AMAZING! I took him this summer and talk about a tough fast pace. He is great at lecturing and has a way with words to help you understand the material. I suck at math but his teachings helped me get the concepts. No an easy class but if you put fourth effort it will help you in the end. Brilliant guy who, who works with you.

3.0
4.0
1412
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 5, 2015

I took him this summer bad idea. Most of the class was failing the first 2 exams. I dropped the class. We had to ask for examples.

4.0
5.0
CHEM1411
Grade: C
Aug 25, 2015

Toughest professor I've ever had. Not an easy A. No phones are allowed. Very difficult test. Overall loved the lectures and the challenge.

1.0
5.0
CHEM2423
May 16, 2016

Worst professor ever!!!

5.0
4.0
OCHEM1
Aug 2, 2017
Would take again

The most dedicated professors I've ever taken. I had to drop O Chem twice at the university level and taking Ewane was very helpful. He wants you to actually learn the subject and not just google questions. If you are looking for an easy A, do not take this class. There is a reason he is the head of his department!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
CHEM2423
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2017
Would take again

Extremely enjoyable organic chemistry class with prof. Ewane; best teacher ever and would take him again.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
5.0
CHEM2423
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2018
Would take again

Wonderful teacher- you can tell he has a passion for breaking down the difficult concepts of ochem. However, his tests do not accurately reflect what has been learned. Very tricky questions. You have to study.

Tough Grader
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
CHEM2423
Grade: B-
Dec 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

worse chemistry teacher,donot take him

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
CHEM2423
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 15, 2018
Would take again

He is a very good professor. Professor Ewane teaches the concepts and is accessible outside of class. However, his exams are hard because you really have to understand the concepts. Best way to pass is to read the book and PRACTICE! If you work hard, you will do good!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
5.0
CHEM2423
Grade: A
May 11, 2019
Would take again

Very hard. Dr. Ewane is nice. His tests (80% of grade) are very challenging. HAVE to study book and not just lecture notes. Do all extra credit. He lets you drop the lowest exam grade except for exam 3 (the hardest). Roughly half of the class dropped and several more failed. He had to curve- I had a B and it was curved to A.

Accessible outside class
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHEM2423
May 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Alright, this professor knows his material but is terrible at explaining it. Very Very Very unorganized, he'll make you do a ton of homework and then decide to just grade some of it. Very tough exams, pretty much nowhere from his lectures and notes. He curved my grade and passed me but the mental pressure wasn't worth all this. do not recommend.

Test heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CHEM2423
Apr 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The absolute worst professor I have encountered. Terrible at explaining concepts. His english is awful. Gives zero guidance for labs. Tests are not too bad, but you have to teach yourself EVERYTHING. Us students had to correct him countless times for the mistakes he was making. HCC should fire him.

1.0
2.0
CHEM2423
Grade: A
May 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

BAD BAD BAD!!!!!!! He made me hate science. Has no clue what he is doing. You think your all that - you suck bad. YOU SUCK BAD!!!!!

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CHEM2423
Grade: Not sure yet
May 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Terrible professor. Does not respond to students emails. Is very disorganized. Never knows whats going on. Makes comments on lab reports that make zero sense and will not discuss or correct his mistakes. HCC needs to fire this sorry excuse of a man. Does not know how to explain organic chemistry. STAY AWAY FROM THIS MAN.

1.0
1.0
CHEM2423
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Do yourself a favor and DO NOT sign up for his class. He thinks if you take an online course with him, then he doesn't need to lecture because it is online honey. It is only because of COVID! He is the worse professor ever. I can't believe that he is okay with how he teaches. He doesn't put any effort into his class, not to mention his messed up te

Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
OCHEM1411
Grade: Rather not say
Jul 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Just don't take him please

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
GCHEM1
Grade: A+
Sep 21, 2020
Would take again

Very caring and nice teacher. I recommend him for people who want to study for their As but not for lazy people. I recommend him I SAY I RECOMMEND HIM.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
1.0
5.0
CHEM2423
Grade: B-
Apr 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HIM! The man teaches an online class but does not know how to use any of the online resources. For our 2nd exam, he thought everyone failed and gave us 30 pity points, however; he was too lazy to grade the free response questions! Test are not over majority of material, but minor material. His class is a waste of time and money. BEWARE

Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
CHEM1111
Grade: A
Jul 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I took this for summer and I regret it. He is not available for contact and he did not respond to any of our emails and ignored our calls; I used us/we as our whole class had no idea what was happening. I would not recommend him if you are trying to learn or need help on anything. A lot of students weren't even able to pick up lab kit. DONT TAKE

1.0
5.0
CHEM1111
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Took him online for the lab portion of Chem1411, WORST DECISION EVER. No communication other than telling us to pick up the lab kits, no steering us in the right direction. We had to call him and ask bc he wasn't responding to emails. I have a final tomorrow. Over what? No clue, it's been over a month since the last email he sent. Do not take him.

1.0
3.0
CHEM1111
Sep 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I'm a college freshmen and he made my first year confusing. We had received no instruction for the labs. I emailed him multiple times yet I haven't gotten a response. He grades at the end of the semester, you might be failing his class and wont be able to do anything. If you take him, fend for yourself.

1.0
2.0
CHEM1111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This man does not answer emails or phone calls. It was supposed to be online but he randomly decided he wanted to have the class in person. He told us he hasnt done a lab in 6 years and didnt even know what he was doing. He didnt go over any safety precautions he just handed us chemicals with no instruction and walked away. Is he qualified?

2.0
1.0
CHEM1311
Grade: A+
Nov 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Took him for labs and the syllabus said online course. A few days into college he send an email saying class is asynchronous, few weeks into classes, he made it in person. He has no clue what's happening. Consider him doing teaching as a side hustle. He got limited vocabulary, reflected in his five-word emails, and stares when asked a question.

Lots of homework
2.0
2.0
CHEM1111
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2022
Wouldn't take again

He said the course was asynchronous, but then it was a Saturday-only in-person class? We could barely reach out to him, and when we went to class, we just followed the instructions in our textbook - almost no instruction from him. Someone even caught him shopping for clothes while he was supposed to be monitoring us! At least it was an easy class.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
2.0
CHEM1412
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2022

Just awful! First half of the semester he just read of PowerPoints; second half he just didn't do any lecture at all! He just sends us a Chapter summary and sits there waiting for any questions. First exam he didn't come to class, 2nd exam he was 30 min late printing the papers! Don't recommend him to anyone who actually wants to learn.

Graded by few things
2.0
1.0
1412
Grade: A
May 8, 2022

This class felt like a massive prank. He never knew what day it was, he asked us when our exams were. Our "lectures" were him walking in 30 mins late, ask if we have questions, then leaves. He didn't even show up to one of our exams. He also gave us the wrong exams a lot. but he taught ONE lecture this whole semester and was actually a good teacher

Hilarious
1.0
2.0
1412
Grade: A+
May 12, 2022

If you have a choice, do not take this professor. Throughout the entire semester, he gave us one good lecture. He was late to pretty much every single class period, including test days and even the final. Do not waste your time or money on this professor.

1.0
1.0
1412
Grade: Not sure yet
May 16, 2022

We all had A's in the class and he gave us all C's on our transcripts...

3.0
1.0
CHEM1111
Grade: A
May 18, 2022

This man would literally do anything except the labs, the man had zero idea what was happening, and once told us he had never seen this reaction before. Spent most of his time browsing for suits or cars, made an A because the first half of the labs were auto graded at 95. The in person labs were terrible all around.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
CHEM1412
Grade: B
May 18, 2022

This man is a burden to HISD taxpayers, he showed up late to our exams, and once came without the exams. He recruited students to help him staple the papers during the exam. He did not know when the exams were. He did not lecture at any point after Spring Break. He also did not assign any homework and gave us the wrong exam twice (there are only 3)

Tough grader
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
CHEM1412
Aug 15, 2022
Would take again

The class is a joke but Ewane is a reasonable man and will def pass you.

Graded by few things
1.0
2.0
CHEM1311
Grade: A+
Aug 21, 2022

Had him for the fall and spring semester, he is the WORST professor I've ever taken His lectures are nonexistent, he started with reading straight from his slides into sending bad chapter summaries No textbook, only passed the class because a friend sent me lecture material from their prof Testing was awful as he was late/tested wrong material

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
CHEM1111
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

TAKE HIM EASIEST LAB TEACHER. no post or pre lab were required, made labs easy and least time consuming class ever.

1.0
3.0
CHEM1311
Grade: C+
May 17, 2023

I took his class and the reviews are true he is very disorganized and one time he did forget our test, he grades everything late I thought I had an A in his class but he ended up given me a C for some reason. please do not take his class.

5.0
4.0
CHEM2423
Jul 7, 2023
Would take again

If you really want to understand Chemistry, Take Him! He is a good lecturer that will pass his students as long as they participate in his class. He is a bit disorganised because of age but will help and work with you if you understand him. Students that read and studied well scored between 90%-100% in his exams. He also curve and give extra mark.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Respected
1.0
5.0
CHEM2423
Grade: B
Jul 18, 2023

This man has dementia and will absolutely make it your problem. He constantly forgot everything, dates, exams, lectures, and once just didn't show up to class and got mad at us for wanting to push an exam back so we would stay on track. He never graded anything and put the grades in after our final. Worst professor I've ever had he should be fired

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
CHEM2423
Jul 19, 2023

He has these weird moments during lectures where he just sort of stops talking and spaces out for several minutes at a time. Then if you ask him a question he looks at you like you spoke gibberish and then backtracks and starts the lecture over again. Because of him we never even did the last 3 chapters. Contacted Dean and chair nothing happened.

1.0
5.0
OCHEM1
Grade: A+
Aug 8, 2023

u will pass this class if u study. the professor on the other hand really needs to seek medical help.

Hilarious
1.0
5.0
CHEM1311
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 26, 2023

Very hard to communicate with. We spent almost 4 weeks on one chapter and then were pop tested on two other chapters that we had not yet learned. I was ill for 3 weeks but was unable to keep up with this class. When emailed multiple times i never got responses and at almost the end of the semester I still do not know what my actual grade will be.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
Graded by few things
3.0
2.0
CHEM1111
Grade: A
Oct 22, 2024

The labs are a breeze with this professor - no pre/post labs required! Struggled with communication and unclear expectations, but Unstuckstudy was a lifesaver for chemistry prep.

1.0
5.0
CHEM2423
Grade: A
May 21, 2025

I got an A but barely learned anything in organic chemistry, the man's whole class is a chaotic mess, nothing gets graded, no learning structure is provided he seriously needs to be fired or have the department tell him how to run a class. The stress this man caused me is insane, DO NOT TAKE HIM take someone else or wait a semester it isnt worth it

2.0
3.0
CHEM1111
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2025

Honestly, a lot of the reviews here summarize this professor well. While he's not a tough grader, his class structure is admittedly chaotic, I'd almost go as far as say lousy. Students who are pursing Chemistry or going into Org. Chem. should avoid his class; you'll save time with a professor you can actually learn from. The "easy" A is not worth.

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