4.6

Iswari Pandey

English - California State University - Northridge

4.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
90%
Would Retake
119
Reviews
4.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

90%

Would Retake

119

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

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4

11

3

7

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4

What Students Say

The professor was cool overall, he gave great feedback on our assignments

ENGL495 - 4.0 rating

Nice, helpful, professional, and fair

ENGL205 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

91%

Textbook Required

0%

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Based on 28 grades
Most common grades:
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A- (6)
B+ (6)
Grade Distribution
A(12)B(1)C(2)D(0)F(1)A-/B+(12)
Based on 32 reported grades
A: 11
A-: 6
B+: 6
Not sure yet: 4
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (72)
Clear grading criteria (37)
Respected (34)
Inspirational (23)
Get ready to read (22)
Accessible outside class (17)
Participation matters (16)
Lots of homework (15)
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Ratings by Course

ENGL455

5.0

(7)

ENGL654

5.0

(1)

ENGL651

5.0

(2)

ENG654

5.0

(1)

ENG306

5.0

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ENGL654

5.0

ESW113

4.0

ENGL507

3.8

ENGL407

3.8

ENG495

3.7

Reviews (119)
4.0
3.0
ENGL495
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2015

The professor was cool overall, he gave great feedback on our assignments. Class, though, was hard, especially as an undergrad (with grad classmates). So much readings, and some were so complicated and took forever to read. Discussions on those readings were hard too! The final project was somewhat easier bc prof broke it up into parts. No exams.

5.0
4.0
ENGL205
Grade: A-
Jun 16, 2016
Would take again

Nice, helpful, professional, and fair. We were always busy with a lot of assignments, but none were ever too difficult. Be prepared to read and write. If you don't get an A or B, it will be very dependent on your ability to just sit down and complete assignments. He's a very interesting person.

5.0
4.0
ENGL455
Sep 2, 2016
Would take again

He is very understanding, supportive, and most of all inspiring. He cares about you as a person and as a student but never under-estimates. Best professor around.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
ENG205
Sep 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

His lecture is not related in ENG205. Didn't learning anything throughout this class. Ask students buy the book which the author is himself.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
ENGL205
Oct 19, 2016
Would take again

This was my best and most useful class. Professor Pandey was fun, helpful, and very understanding.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENGL495
Oct 19, 2016
Would take again

This teacher was cheerful and interesting and also very supportive although some of the readings were bit on the difficult side, and being with the graduate students was also challenging because I was taking this class as a senior with Mater's students. But the professor was patient and helpful, so it was all worth the extra work. Lerned a lot.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Oct 21, 2016
Would take again

This professor made this class a lot of fun and practically useful. It was a lot of work sometime but directly relevant to be ready for the real world. He also respects your ideas and helps make them stronger.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
5.0
ENGL654
Nov 4, 2016
Would take again

Really nice guy and a solid teacher. Readings may be sometimes hard and he also expects you to participate a lot but it's worth the extra effort. He is super helpful.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Nov 10, 2016
Would take again

Really cool professor and practically useful class

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
ENGL455
Dec 9, 2016
Would take again

He was great and the class was very productive for my growth as a student

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Feb 8, 2017
Would take again

Great professor

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Feb 24, 2017
Would take again

Superb professor

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENGL407
Mar 8, 2017
Would take again

My favorite professor! Nice, helpful, understanding, distinguished but approachable. He cares about you as much as you care about your class. Good feedback and available outside class. Best one around.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENGL407
May 2, 2017
Would take again

Super nice and helpful. It was not always easy, but I wish I learned as much in all other classes.

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGL495
Jun 2, 2017
Would take again

My favorite professor--super friendly, fun, and helpful. And oh he knows his stuff but he is still very modest.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGL651
Jun 15, 2017
Would take again

Awesome! His class was so good that I changed my concentration as a result of this class.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ENGL205
Jun 22, 2017
Would take again

We did a lot of work in this class, but everything was worth the time and stress. Yes, I said it. Awesomest (is that even correct?) professor!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENG113
Jul 8, 2017
Would take again

Very nice and funny professor! Very supportive and understanding also

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ENG455
Jul 10, 2017
Would take again

Everything is super good about this professor--friendly, kind, inspiring, and what not. I changed my major because of his class and may one day visit Nepal! No kidding!!

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENGL205
Jul 27, 2017
Would take again

Very sweet and best professor around

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENG455
Jul 30, 2017
Would take again

Professor Pandey changed me and my writing because he was so hilariously smart, cheerful, helpful, and available to help me work on my analysis and writing, which I was already pretty good at but needed that extra push to get over the hump. So glad I took his class

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Aug 9, 2017
Would take again

Professor Pandey was great and very understanding. My favorite university professor so far.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENGL407
Nov 11, 2017
Would take again

Professor Pandey was fair, fun, accessible outside of class, and understanding. As a non-traditional student who came back to finish my degree, I really appreciated the approach he took to teaching this class (and helping me during individual conferences initially when I had trouble keeping up with the pace). Dr. Pandey is great professor.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
ENG205
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

In groups, there are 2 presentations and 1 paper assigned. Solo, 2 quizzes based on readings on his canvas page, and 1 final paper. The first 4 weeks include using a blogging website. It was a short class, not too hard, no textbook required (it's on canvas), and a lot of peer-grading. Short and fun hybrid class to go to, even on a Friday morning.

Tests? Not many
EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
4.0
ENG455
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2017
Would take again

Interesting class. Mostly writing intensive and one group discussion that was done in class. He's a good professor that gives good feedback on writing assignments. I would definitely take him again.

Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

Took him Fall 2017 for ENGL 205. Professor Pandey is one of the nicest individuals I've ever had as a professor. The text is available through Canvas, and there are times he forgets to collect things that were assigned, but never did I get the feeling that I wish I took someone else.

Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
Would take again
5.0
3.0
ENGL306
Dec 26, 2017
Would take again

Professor Pandey was super nice, caring, and well-organized. The class was fun, and we did quite bit of group work and many individual assignments. I learned a lot and found this class very helpful. Most awesome professor!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG455
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Pandey is such a caring and intelligent professor. He changed my mind and outlook by assigning us to do research. It's a great class and he helps you. He's always there for extra help and has great class discussions. Highly recommend !

5.0
3.0
ENGL495
Feb 9, 2018
Would take again

Most awesome and truly caring professor! He is also the least arrogant although he is brilliant.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENGL306
Mar 19, 2018
Would take again

Nice guy and good teacher. Understanding and helpful

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
ENGL306
May 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Honestly, he is not a bad professor but he just does not give feedback at all during the semester. You basically will not know how you're doing in the class because he will not grade assignments until the end of the semester. Our class asked him several time but he never did. Overall, I do not like the way he teaches and gives a lot of hw

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
May 25, 2018
Would take again

This was the best and most useful English class I have ever taken. I wish I took him earlier.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ENGL306
May 28, 2018
Would take again

Best class. I learned the most in an English class so far. A lot of work on Canvas and practical course materials. He also made it available free. Now who does that?

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENGL306
Jun 6, 2018
Would take again

Simply best professor I have so far since my transfer. He was very prompt with my questions and very helpful comments. He makes you work a lot but in the end every bit of it was very rewarding.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENGL306
Jun 20, 2018
Would take again

Pande is a brilliant and yet the least arrogant professor around here. I found his class super useful. He is also very clear and helpful.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Jun 22, 2018
Would take again

1 group project & presentation, 5 business messages, blog entries, forum discussions, 1 research project, and 2 quizzes. Most assignments were also connected, so the transition from one to the next was smooth. Work was heavy at times but worth the time. Professer was also prompt with feedback and emails. Revised 1 paper for extra points. Cheers

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
ENGL306
Jul 1, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Pandey is caring and hilarious. He makes you do a lot of work, but he explains everything clearly. Lectures are short and great. He is available to give feedback outside of class. A very helpful and nice guy.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
ENGL495
Jul 2, 2018
Would take again

I took this class during my senior year, and what a great experience it was to top off my college education! The prof. knows his stuff too well although he does not boast about it like some others. Don't bluff, he will easily catch. Plus, he is caring and helpful.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENGL455
Jul 10, 2018
Would take again

Really awesome and my favorite professor.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
ENG654
Jul 17, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Pandey is brilliant and funny. He was the most understanding and helpful professor who provided helpful feedback on my writing as well as research and career choices. Amazing guy!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
ENGL306
Jul 25, 2018
Would take again

Amazing professor and most useful class. Take it before you graduate.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENGL455
Aug 3, 2018
Would take again

Although we had to read and write a lot, it made perfect sense since doing one helped me do better in the other. Besides Prof. Pandey was available for advice outside of class. Had a terrific class with an amazing professor.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENG306
Aug 6, 2018
Would take again

Amazing class and my new favorite professor!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENGL507
Sep 1, 2018
Would take again

I went to this class with low expectations but ended with the opposite impression. Professor was clear and articulate. The course was well organized. Feedback was given timely and actually useful. Oh, Sorry prof. I used quite a bit of passive voice here! But sometimes it's okay, isn't it?

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGL495
Sep 20, 2018
Would take again

Funny and committed to helping students succeed. Loved that he was approachable and open to new ideas, always ready to give you nice feedback and very inspiring. Be ready to read and write quite a lot, but you will learn a lot also.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
ENGL306
Nov 18, 2018
Would take again

He is one of the very best professors I have had. He will listen to you and is always ready with good feedback. You will also actually learn something that you will use in real life.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGL455
Feb 12, 2019
Would take again

He is super good and understanding. I like the way he organizes class and discussions. My favorite professor!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENGL407
Apr 2, 2019
Would take again

Take him. He is very nice and funny as a person and smart professor.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
ENGL205
May 22, 2019
Would take again

He was always encouraging, helpful, and very understanding. I am glad I took this class because I learned so much. We had to read a lot and did a lot of work, but we also saved $$$ on textbooks. Can't complain about that. Memos, letters, blogs, proposals, reports, group project, presentation and so

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGL495
Sep 16, 2019
Would take again

This professor is a real gem. He knows a lot and helps a lot. He is a genius but in a very non-arrogent way. The most gentlemanly professor.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
3.0
2.0
ENGL205
Grade: B+
Dec 9, 2019
Would take again

He takes attendance every day, but he only lets you miss one time and he assigns a lot of homework mainly weekly assignments. He tries to make class interesting but it can get a bit boring. Some of the assignments are time consuming.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Dec 11, 2019
Would take again

He is my new favorite professor. Interesting, helpful, cheerful and really interested in your success. Glad I took his class

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
ENGL205
Grade: B
Jan 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Okay class. Professor Pandey truly does care for his students and wants his students to succeed. Although the class can get really boring at times.. Weekly news article discussions, in class work, 5 correspondence assignments, a blog, and one 10 page group report, and a research proposal at the end of semester. 2 easy 20 question tests online.

Accessible outside class
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGL455
Jan 13, 2020
Would take again

I really, really loved Prof. Pandey. His was the class that I really looked forward to every week. Although the readings were sometimes challenging, that only taught me so much new things. He was also a very kind and knowledgeable person.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
ENGL205
Grade: A
May 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I love this professor as a human being. He is a great person and very accessible. He is just a phenomenal human being. The only problem is that he expects you to know the how he wants you to turn in assignments without really clarifying. Also, he has a tendency of grading EVERYTHING at the last two days of class. Take him because you will learn.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
May 24, 2020
Would take again

Professor Pande was amazing. I am glad I took his class. He is a really nice guy and so is his class. Because of the pandemic, the class had to move online mid semester but the Professor made the transition very well. I loved getting back to Zoom class with him during the quarantine. I can't say that about other classes. Will miss it

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENGL306
May 29, 2020
Would take again

He is hands-down the best professor. He knows his stuff and guides you as if he is right where you are like showing you how to do the difficult work of understanding complex messages, designing documents, and writing well. I found him very kind, understanding and humble. Oh he is also funny and gives great feedback

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
ENG306
Jun 5, 2020
Would take again

Professor Pandey was very accommodating during these trying times while still keeping this same level of upper division education. I would recommend him to people who are looking to improve their writing on a more professional level as he is very knowledgeable and understanding.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ENGL507
Sep 24, 2020
Would take again

Prof. Pandey is simply awesome: kind, understanding, helpful, very knowledgeable and yet not arrogant like some of the other professors. He is my favorite professor!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
1.0
4.0
ENG205
Nov 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Major complaint: quizzes are published without dates. Glancing at your calendar in hopes to see a quiz? Nope. Go out of your way to his weekly bulletin posted in 'modules' to see an actual date for a quiz. Just give things dates so everything can be seen on the calendar at once! Not good for busy students, It's laughably easy to miss a 50pt quiz.

Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
ENGL407
Dec 2, 2020
Would take again

This was my most useful class at the university. Dr. Pande is lovely, knowledgeable and understanding.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
ENGL205
Dec 2, 2020
Would take again

Pretty good professor, in fact one of the better ones I've had in college. Definately a ton of work in this class, Dr. Pande will give a significant amount. He does care though, and is reasonable. If you slack off you will have trouble in this class though.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENGL507
Jan 6, 2021
Would take again

Prof. Pande was brilliant and very understanding. I am just glad I took his class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
5.0
ENGL507
Feb 9, 2021
Would take again

He's an all around great professor, but man is he tough. Don't even think of slacking off or you'll find yourself behind. Just make sure to check the class assignments/papers/etc, and stay in contact with him for any help. This class has a solid workload.

Respected
Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
ENGL651
Mar 14, 2021
Would take again

I took Prof. Pandey's graduate seminar last year, and it turned out to be the best seminar for me. It also set me on a path to my current doctoral work which I love. We really appreciated that he was accessible and knowledgeable without being pretentious.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
ENGL205
Mar 19, 2021
Would take again

He is very smart and understanding. Loved it

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
4.0
ENG205
Grade: C-
May 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst Professor I have had. I sent him multiple emails concerning my grade in the course and he never responded. I am giving this review the day our final is due and let me just say it absolutely makes no sense. Again I am writing this the day our final is due and three things are in the grade book. I have no idea where my grade stands. Bad Prof.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
May 25, 2021
Would take again

Super helpful and best professor hands down! He was always available for conference and feedback. Although the class was asynchronous online, he was available for zoom meetings and gave really useful ideas and suggestions. He was also very kind and understanding. My new favorite

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
3.0
ENG205
Grade: F
May 27, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He never grades! Online with this professor is not the way to succeed. He doesnt even explain well for an online class. He doesnt keep up with the grades. Please dont take him

Graded by few things
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
ENGL507
Grade: A
Jun 1, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Pandey is a nice professor who is willing to help you outside of class if you need it. However, it took a long time for him to grade assignments, and his class schedule was not updated (many due dates were incorrect). We had weekly discussion posts (you host twice), an article analysis, lit mag report, CV/resume, abstract, and final project.

5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Jun 9, 2021
Would take again

Awesome professor! He was kind and understanding. Very helpful and super good teacher. He always answered questions in timely manner. Best feedback

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Grade: A
Jun 15, 2021
Would take again

Excellent professor and great class. The work can be demanding but if you do the work, you'll be fine. Lots of writing, reading (with quizzes), and group work. Some of my group members didn't do the work and complained at the end even though he gave extension. Don't wait till the end to finish all the work. He is very understanding if you explain.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
ENGL306
Jun 27, 2021
Would take again

This guy is the real deal. Very nice and understanding and caring about your success

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
ENG306
Grade: A
Jul 15, 2021
Would take again

Great professor. Listens to you if you have something to say. Wonderful and nice, supportive

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
ENG205
Grade: A-
Jul 21, 2021
Would take again

I took his ENG 205 class over the summer and he was actually a chill professor. He gives you solid feedback and assignments are generally flexible. You have two quizzes on the textbook chapters, and those are easy As! Weekly news-of-the-week posts, short assignments, and one major group project as well as a proposal, and lastly a resume.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG507
Aug 7, 2021
Would take again

Quite a bit of work but a great class and a really wonderful professor!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
ESW113
Aug 25, 2021
Would take again

It was my first college class but this profesor made it great. Really nice and understanding. I hated writing but he made me like it. Thanks.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
ENGL205
Nov 28, 2021
Would take again

Great professor. Pretty intense reading and writing assignments but all worth the work. He is kind and interesting and will listen if you have a problem. Quick email response and good online also

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
ENGL507
Dec 16, 2021
Would take again

Cool guy. You will read, write, & participate a lot! Offers a broad and transnational perspectives on English studies. He knows a lot and also offers a lot of good advice for further studies and career options. Take advantage of the one-on-one conferences if you are not sure what you want to do.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
3.0
5.0
ENGL205
Dec 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He didnt grade a single assignment the entire semester. His quizzes are based off the book so make sure you purchase it. Couldnt find any answers online. Gives too much work for a 16 week course. Had a couple of group projects, no presentations but did have to complete a group paper. Make sure to complete every assignment to ensure you get a c.

Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
ENGL205
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

Super cool guy and very understanding. Very clear assignments. This was the only English class that taught me the most useful thing.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
ENG306
Dec 23, 2021
Would take again

Amazing prof. Although it was a fully online class with no live meeting times, he offered to zoom and some of us were able to take advantage of it. He is great and super helpful. Very prompt with emails and questions. Best professor

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
3.0
4.0
ENGL306
Grade: A-
Dec 27, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Although Dr. Pandey was quick to reply to emails and held office hours it stressed me out because he had not graded assignments for months at a time. If you take this class I recommend (if you have the time) to attend office hours and ask him to grade your assignments so you can get feedback. Overall, nice person, and I learned a lot.

Lots of homework
Group projects
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
ENGL205
Dec 29, 2021
Would take again

He is so awesome he knows what he is doing and helps you understand the course materials. Very understanding and nice professor!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENGL455
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2022
Would take again

Took this class because I needed an upper-level course to graduate during my final semester and was so happy I did. Prof Pande was very clear, thorough and understanding. My favorite professor

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
4.0
3.0
ENGL205
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2022
Would take again

Doesn't like to give 100 to anyone, but doable A especially if you go to office hours. Biggest problem was slow grading.

Group projects
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
ENG495
Feb 5, 2022
Would take again

Awesome. Best prof ever.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
ENG205
Feb 11, 2022
Would take again

I used to hate English classes, but this profesor made this course very relevant and practical. Most useful English class.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENG205
May 21, 2022
Would take again

This was one of my first classes at the university after my transfer and by far the best college class. The guy was super helpful and funny. We started the semester online and then moved to in-person. He made it easy. If any problem, contact him. He is so nice and caring. Best professor.

Get ready to read
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ENG205
Jun 25, 2022
Would take again

Most helpful and understanding professor ever!

Participation matters
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ENGL407
Jan 18, 2023
Would take again

Professor Pandey was amazing. He was clear, helpful and understanding. If you have any problem, email or see him and he will explain. The class helped me to get my dream job. I am happy I took this class. My favorite professor.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
ENG205
Grade: B+
Jan 19, 2023
Would take again

great professor and has great assignments. would recommend .

4.0
4.0
ENG205
Feb 3, 2023
Would take again

Honestly liked him and the course a lot, however this was definitely more work than I thought this class would've been. Grading was a tad late for most assignments as well. In class, he was a pretty nice guy, cracked some jokes and has an very unique and interesting accent (I say this because I don't think I've ever heard one like his).

Tough grader
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG455
Apr 8, 2023
Would take again

He was awesome and I really liked his style of running the class. My favorite kind of professor

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Participation matters
Gives good feedback
5.0
4.0
ENGL407
May 28, 2023
Would take again

He was so good: first, very kind and understanding. Second, he was truly an outstanding professor. Third, he was also funny at times. Also, he knows so much but does not brag. I got into this class not knowing what to expect. But I'm glad I did before finishing my degree. As an English major, I found it to be the most useful English class!

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENG507
Oct 21, 2023
Would take again

This was one of my first grad seminars and remains the best as it provided a solid foundation for my further work. The professor is very nice and helpful.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
3.0
3.0
ENG205
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 29, 2023
Would take again

I took this as a hybrid class. Lectures are kinda pointless. There are a lot of assignments but instructions are clear. Two large group projects at the end of the semester where he chooses the groups. Overall, I would take his class again.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
ENG205
Grade: C+
Dec 12, 2023
Would take again

He's easy to reach and understanding with students. He does not accept late work so be mindful of that, there's two group projects and three online quizzes based on readings posted weekly. Overall cares about his students' grades in the class, definitely take this professor.

Get ready to read
Group projects
Caring
3.0
5.0
ENGL407
Grade: B+
Feb 12, 2024

Can't lie I struggled hard in this class, was not a cake walk by any means. A lot of assignments, and he definitely took his time responding to us. Overall he's pretty decent as English professors go to be fair, but man he'll make you put in work. Still would gladly take him over some of these other professors here lol.

Tough grader
Group projects
Respected
5.0
3.0
ENG113
Grade: A
Mar 7, 2024
Would take again

honestly talk to him, and he will help you anytime you want. He truly cares about the future of his students, and makes sure to help everyone with what he can! The assignments are not easy, but not hard either. You learn a lot from his lectures. Make sure to revise your essays, and just do your best, and you will get the grade you want!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG495
Mar 10, 2024
Would take again

Great professor! We had fun discussions and amazing readings and he is a really nice guy. It was not easy though. We had to read and write a lot but I'd love to take this class with him any time beause he is that good and nice.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG205
Grade: B+
May 9, 2024
Would take again

I passed this class so I really don't have any complaints. I didn't submit an assignment that was worth a lot of points, I emailed him about it and he let me submit it with no penalty. Really lenient with assignments but don't make it a habit. You do write a few papers since it's an English class. With it being a business class, it was easy.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
3.0
4.0
ENG205
Grade: A
May 17, 2024

You learn a lot of useful things in this class, but he assigns a lot of work. Not to mention he does not grade at all during the semester. As I am writing this the senior's graduation is about to happen and he has still only graded 7 or so assignments. He is very helpful when it comes to emails and everything else though.

4.0
4.0
ENG205
Grade: A-
May 22, 2024
Would take again

Professor Pandey is a good Professor overall just needs to grade assignments in time cause it's annoying if we don't know if were doing assignments correctly but this was an online class so in person could be different. But the assignments were really well explained but there is a lot of work

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
ENG507
Jun 14, 2024
Would take again

This is a gem of a professor. He knows so many things and is so helpful and understanding. I am so glad I took his class.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENG455
Jun 19, 2024
Would take again

He is one of the best professors of all. I loved the readings (which were heavy at times though) and he is super cool.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
ENGL407
Jun 20, 2024
Would take again

Pandey is a wonderful professor and my favorite one. He is great and approachable. He does assign quite a bit of work, so be ready to read, discuss and write a lot. I am so glad I took this class and it truly prepared me for my future.

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5.0
3.0
ENG205
Jun 27, 2024
Would take again

Best professor. No, he is not the easiest because you will have to do a lot of work, but he is fair and professional and you will learn a lot. By far, he is my favorite professor.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
ENG507
Oct 3, 2024
Would take again

Super nice person and really a great professor! He is also super helpful.

Clear grading criteria
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENG306
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

He was amazing and very helpful to me as I came back to college after a gap of few years as a midlevel manager. The class helped me refresh many skills and learn so much more. He became my favorite professor.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ENG205
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2024
Would take again

I learned so much while not feeling stressed or under pressure! Assignments are very manageable and overall a very smooth and great course.

4.0
4.0
ENG205
Grade: B+
Jan 23, 2025
Would take again

Professor Pandey runs a challenging but rewarding course. The workload is heavy, but he's fair and engaging. Unstuck study was a big help with prep - definitely recommend it alongside the textbook.

5.0
3.0
ENG507
Grade: A
Feb 15, 2025
Would take again

Professor Pandey is the most unassuming but most engaging and inspiring professor ever! Ask him questions, listen to him, meet him outside of class--he is just amazing and always supportive with good feedback.

2.0
4.0
ENG113
Grade: A-
Apr 24, 2025

The class could barely maintain 5 or 6 kids, and half weren't really there or participating in any given session. Not that the work load was unbearable, but it was barely tolerable. 2000+ word essays one week followed by another the following. Even as someone who used to love English, this class stamped out the flame that was my passion for it.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Lecture heavy
5.0
5.0
ENG306
Jun 15, 2025
Would take again

Professor Pandey was just great. He taught the most important things that an English class could and I'm thankful for it.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
ENG306
Grade: A
Jul 8, 2025
Would take again

He is a good professor. Just do the work and you will be fine. His instructions might come off a bit confusing sometimes but its doable.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
5.0
4.0
ENG495
Aug 21, 2025
Would take again

I took world literature and theory class from him and it proved to be the most rewarding English class. I am now pursuing the research interest identified during that class for my doctoral work. He was very understanding, kind, thoughtful and helpful. He's just so awesome.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
ENG113
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

It was my first and best class in the university. He was very kind, clear, and understanding.Yes, there was a good amount of work, but it was all worth it. If you run into any problems, just email or see him and he will understand.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
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3.0
ENG205
Grade: A-
Dec 19, 2025
Would take again

Professor Iswari Pandey is a great instructor. He is very clear and descriptive about what is required for each assignment. Turning in all work on time and following directions will earn you a strong grade. Be aware that the last few projects carry significant weight toward your final grade.

Lots of homework
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