Dr. Rugh is a great teacher! He graduated from Princeton and you can tell that his intelligence rubs off onto his students. His reading guides are super easy, his quizes are easy, but his tests are a bit challenging. Be sure to study and ask lots of questions before taking it. Furthermore, Dr. Rugh really cares about his students. He's great!

I really liked this class and Dr. Rugh. He's supernice and really cares about the subject and the students. He's still figuring everything out since he's pretty young, but he's a good professor and he's reasonable.

Dr. Rugh is a great teacher. He is a little new to teaching, but you can tell that he is genuinely interested in the material and his students. The reading was a little long, and I'll be honest that I started to slack on that a lot but I still got an A- in the class. He tells what is going to be on the test and the assignments are easy and helpful.

Really didn't like this class. There were a ton of confusing charts and graphs used in class, a few on tests. A few assignments seemed like busy work. Huge amount of required reading some days. Quite a few poor questions on his tests. He is very helpful if you visit him in his office, though.

Dr. Rugh makes it easy to relate this course to your life. His tests are tricky, but he does curve them. You do need to do all the readings and take good notes in class. It is manageable though. If you go in to talk to him, he helps you out. He also promotes good class discussions.

Dr. Rough is a good professor. He is very approachable and will help you if you take the time to meet with him. He has a passion for what he teaches. Make sure you read and turn all your assignments in. Go to the TA reviews, they help you with basic information but they take forever and if you don't participate the TA's will not help you out.

Dr. Rugh is an amazing teacher, I wish he taught other subjects because I would take all his classes without hesitation. His lectures are clear and the test reflect what you learn in class.

I heard that Dr. Rugh had bad ratings and started a Rate My Professor profile. He is one of my favorite professors at BYU. You need to read for sure, but the reading isn't bad comparatively. He is a tad liberal, perhaps some people at BYU don't like that. He is definitely respectful of all viewpoints. Seriously awesome, funny professor. Take him

I loved coming to class for SOC 370 with professor Rugh. There was a lot of reading and work, but I learned SO much from his lectures and the reading. It truly opened my eyes to the whole world of Urban Sociology and I am so glad I took the class. He is a TOUGH grader but he believes in you and wants you to succeed. He needs to teach more courses.

Dr. Rugh definitely knows his stuff, but all he teaches in class is exactly what is in the textbook. It was hard to be interested in class because diagrams, facts, and pictures are taken directly from the textbook. It seemed pointless to stay in class, except there were attendance and performance points through iclicker.

Dr. Rugh is my favorite professor by far. If you're taking sociology take it from Rugh! He tells you on the first day of class that if you skip class you won't do well on the final. Great class with great lectures. He really knows his stuff and is always willing to help you succeed in any way he can.

Dr. Rugh is THE BEST! He really makes Sociology interesting. His speciality is looking at race. Friendly to liberal students as well.

I would take this class again- I learned so much! Professor Rugh is helpful and passionate about what he teaches.

The lectures were interesting and it was definitely worth taking. Rugh was an awesome professor. Would definitely take again.

If you care about issues like the modern family, race, education, gender equality, you'll love this class! If you don't, the professor probably won't make much of a difference. I loved his lectures and the class discussions. He's super fun. You have to go to class, but I'm always excited to go! It's really not that hard to get an A either.

This class changed how I view myself and those around me. I wish everyone could take this. I seriously believe this could better the world if we could all understand the principles taught in this class. Take it!

Professor Rugh's class is really intriguing, especially if you're interested in issues regarding race, gender, family, and education. There are a lot of quiz questions that you do in class, plus there's often a lot of reading outside of class. However, you definitely feel changed after taking the class, so the heavy workload is definitely worth it!

Dr. Rugh cares about what he teaches and knows a lot about it. He gets excited about the concepts we're learning which makes learning more fun. There is a lot of reading, but it's all important to be able to understand the concepts in class. He tests our grasp of the reading concepts with graded and participation iClicker questions so come prepared

Dr. Rugh is a fantastic professor. He makes the lectures involved and relatable while keeping it interesting. The class is super relevant and applicable to everyday life. You study a lot about issues like race discrimination, gender discrimination, poverty, etc. It's information that will actually matter, and Dr. Rugh knows what he is talking about

My favorite professor at BYU! He really cares about his students and offers different opportunities for extra credit. TAKE THIS CLASS! As long as you include personal experience and sociological terms in assignments you'll pass with flying colors. Plus, all of the material learned can be applied to real life. So it's extremely interesting and worth

Professor Rugh is my favorite so far in the Sociology department. I took the Race and Ethnic Group relations class and learned so much because he is an expert in this area! We did do a lot of reading and then talk about it in class so do it! All book are required, tests can be difficult but there's a curve, answer questions on essays and it's easy.

Dr. Rugh is AMAZING. I've taken both urban sociology and racial and minority group relations from him, and I would take more if I could! He definitely expects you to read a lot, but the material is interesting and fun to read. He cares SO much about social issues and is one of the few professors I know who is truly passionate about what he teaches

He is my favorite sociology professor. He is so caring and passionate about the subject. He helps you look at life in a different way and inspires you to be a better person. There is a lot of reading but it is so interesting and he does a great job explaining it. Go to class and you will succeed! Highly Recommend!!

AMAZING PROFESSOR. The material really opens your eyes and Prof. Rugh teaches it in a way that really helps it hit home. This class will change your life. The quizzes and essays are super easy if you keep up on the reading, and even though he puts a lot of numbers in the slides, there are no numbers on the test. TAKE THIS CLASS.

Dr. Rugh has amazing insights into race and ethnicity. His tests were really hard for me, though. Even though I could conceptually understand the topics and write about them, the multiple choice always got me. Lots of reading, quizzes, and writing, but an amazing professor.

Dr. Rugh cares so much about making the world a better place and inspires all those around him to do the same. The class required a lot of work between papers, readings, quizzes, and tests but it was worth it to learn more about race in America. If you put in the work you can get a good grade, although it's not easy.

We didnt have a traditional textbook, just several books we read parts of throughout the class. Dr. Rugh is an amazing person and professor and is so generous. Sociology of Race and Ethnicity is my favorite class this semester but DONT GET BEHIND ON READING. Even though its a 300 level, I took it easily as a freshman.

Dr. Rugh was a great professor. It was really cool to have a professor lecture about what they research. The class is really reading heavy and the lectures can be overwhelming sometimes, but overall the content was good. I thought the exams were difficult even though I understood the concepts. But, he is a very nice guy and wants you to learn

Rugh is super passionate and knows his stuff. Do your readings and attend lectures and you'll do fine. We had a midterm and a final which were hard, but if you go to the reviews literally everything is covered in them. He offers extra credit which is pretty easy and he will meet with you to discuss anything you are struggling to understand.

His sociology of race and ethnicity class is the best class I have taken! I feel that I understand society so much more now and this was a life-changing class. I cannot recommend taking it highly enough! The tests are a little difficult, but the TA reviews are solid ones. There were lots of readings, but they were mostly interesting ones!

Dr. Rugh's Sociology of Race Ethnicity class is exceptional. There is a lot of reading and the majority of each lecture is looking at lots of graphs and statistics. Prepare to have your beliefs challenged!

Dr. Rugh is absolutely amazing! He is honestly one of my favorite professors at BYU and his Race and Ethnicity class was my favorite class this semester. This class isn't easy and requires a lot reading, but Dr Rugh is a fair grader and the subject material is interesting enough to not make it feel like a chore.

Dr. Rugh is the man. This class was a 300 level but the content is go good is doesn't really feel like work. He is super knowledgeable and each lecture has A LOT of info. Still he he really willing to work with you and help you through it. Also, just a life changing class. Must take if you're at BYU

Dr. Rugh is one of the funniest professors on campus. His class was great and very interesting. Definitely would recommend taking this class ever for a GE.

Dr. Rugh is legit. He teaches an interesting subject in a fun, intellectual way. There is at least an hour's worth of reading/listening between every class & you write 4 papers throughout the semester. The daily quizzes are 1/2 participation, 1/2 comprehension from the hw and prepare you for the 2 tests. TA review sessions are a must too!

Taking this class from Dr. Rugh is such a great decision! He has such a unique perspective on things and his lectures are awesome! He's very open-minded and willing to work with you. Pay attention in class, his tests are a good mix of information from the readings and class discussions.

Dr. Rugh is a really great professor and is super inspirational. I'm a Neuroscience major and only took this class for credit with no interest in the subject. However, I ended the class with a good grade and a renewed sense of sociology. If you go to class and do the reading for homework it's an easy A.

Dr. Rugh is HILARIOUS. Sometimes I would look around and be so confused why everyone wasn't laughing as hard as I was. Seriously awesome class. Became a better human being because of it. Hires incompetent TA's but other than that- easily the best class I've taken at BYU in 3 years. Tests and assignments are totally doable and not difficult.

Dr. Rugh is the smartest man I know. He knows so much about sociology and I learned a ton every time I went to class. He is a great teacher overall. I have nothing but respect for the man. There are an absurd amount of required readings for the class though, with iClicker attendance and performance questions every class. Lots of reading and writing

Dr. Rugh is super kind and passionate! It's easy to sit in his class and enjoy a healthy discussion. He is kind with everyone's questions. Being a student of color, I felt like this class was mainly for white students and how to help them understand concepts outside of themselves. Lots of reading. Tests are way hard even if you do the reading

Outstanding Professor. This man's SOC 111 class changed my life and made me a new, better person. Students actively participate in class, and Dr. Rugh gives them his attention and respect. This class involves TONS of reading, which was hard, but interesting. Tests include some things that were discussed only in class. Always plan to attend.

AMAZING class and teacher. He really cares about the students, and the subject, and knows so much about it. Everyone should take this class. If you do the reading and work you will get an A, and it's super interesting. Tests are clear and fair. Lectures are never boring, great teaching style even in a big class.

Dr. Rugh is great! He's a fun guy who is passionate about what he does in both sociology research and teaching! He's super legit and has been published in a lot of academic journals, but he's really humble about his achievements and just wants to help students to learn! He's willing to work with you and help you succeed, and is great to talk to!

I was VERY hesitant to take a class on race and ethnicity from a white male, but Rugh is WOKE. I loved his class and I love him -- relatable, funny, well-read, opinionated, intelligent. The class was rigorous but highly spiritual. He's everything a BYU professor should be. Would take again a hundred times, and I recommend it to everyone.

This class is AMAZING and Prof Rugh is incredible. His lectures are so interesting and informative, and he does a great job of making them relatable. The coursework is a bit tricky, but it's so interesting. There is quite a bit of reading, but again, it's all really fascinating stuff. Take this class from him! You won't regret it.

Dr. Rugh will change your life. He does an amazing job of presenting the material passionately but professionally. He is very accessible and it's clear how much he cares about and respects us. I looked forward to class each day, and I loved how he encouraged us to learn from each other, not just lectures. I wish I could take more classes from him!

Seriously amazing class. I did not want to take this class but need it for medical schools, and I would take it again. Professor Rugh is an amazing and understanding professor. Class has a lot of reading with in class iclicker quizzes, but they're pretty easy and the midterms are straight forward.

I can't recommend this class enough! Prof Rugh is so insightful and thoughtful in his lectures and assignments. You can tell he really cares so much and the TAs are amazing as well. The homework is not too much or too hard and the writing assignments are more of reflections about what you've talked about in class and your perspective of them.

Dr. Rugh is the best professor I've ever had. There is a lot of reading for this class, but it's easy to find what you need to understand for the quizzes, and all the readings are interesting and enlightening. He is very understanding, empathetic, and incredibly intelligent. Everyone should take this class, and I would highly recommend Dr. Rugh!

Dr. Rugh is one of the best professors I've ever had! My world is shifted because of this class! So worth it!! Take it from him if you want it to change your life! There's a lot of reading, but it's all really good and worth the time. I honestly always looked forward to it.

I loved this course and recommend everyone to take it. This class is definitely reading heavy but it has changed my perspective on many social issues. Professor Rugh is a great professor and super funny. Tests are not overly difficult and if you study TA review you will be fine. If your are hesitant on taking the class just do it!

You won't meet another teacher that cares about his class more than Dr. Rugh, this guy is a real gem. While I loved Dr. Rugh, I have to admit that his class was pretty hard for a GE. LOTS of reading. Lots of Iclicker questions. Tests aren't easy. The key to the class is going to TA hours and TA reviews.

I loved his class. If you're a minority you'll feel welcomed. There was a lot of reading and it was hard to remember it all, but this is a class that can change your life for good. Highly recommend!

I walked out of this class feeling that it should be required; it was so eye-opening and changed my outlook on the world. Dr. Rugh is good at listening and caring, though he could get pretty dry with the data or caught up on talking about himself. Lots of textbook reading, but it's fascinating, and the tests are few and easy if you attend reviews.

I took both SOC111 and an honors class from him. Awesome lecturer! He sometimes makes side comments that are hilarious but do not deviate from the lecture. He explains things in a way that is easy to understand; however, you must do the readings. Normally I never read textbooks, but there are iClicker questions. So nice though because I'm a crammer

Loved this class. Dr. Rugh is very insightful and funny and works hard to make byu a better place. I found both lectures and reading very interesting.

Dr. Rugh really knows what he's talking about + he's very passionate about it. This is definitely a class everyone needs to take, it really expands your mind! There are quizzes every week based on readings (only like 5 questions each). The tests are easy especially if you go to the TA Reviews. The only thing is that there is a lot of reading!

Dr. Rugh is so caring and passionate about what he teaches. SOC 323 was so eye opening and he really is just thrilled to have people interested in his class. Tests are closed note and there's A LOT of readings, but you talk about them everyday in class, and the TA's do test reviews for both exams.

LOVE this teacher I have taken 2 classes from him and am hoping to take more. He requires a bunch of reading and you then have to do in class quizzes, but almost every other assignment you do you get 100% on. Do the extra credit. He is literally so great.

Dr. Rugh is so genuine and caring. This class is really interesting and he does a great job of explaining concepts. Everyone has a voice in his class. I'd take this class again if I could. Stellar.

Dr. Rugh was seriously amazing. He doesnt want you to memorize stuff but really learn his content through lectures and reading. Its a amazing feel good class that I wish everyone could take. Tests are super easy TAs are amazing and their review rooms gives you EXACTLY what you need.

Dr. Rugh knows his stuff and provides a new lens on the world. He has great source material and provides a well rounded class. He is a super chill guy and is very friendly! His class isn't one to snooze through as it provides some very interesting and important ideas and concepts. I loved this class so much! I would recommend it to all!

Dr. Rugh is a great professor! He has a great attitude and really does a good job respectfully mediating discussion in class. His class is set up very well and straightforward. There are a lot of writing assignments, but they are mainly opinion based on specific readings, and they are fairly simple, maybe 30 min to write. You need an iClicker!

He was a great lecturer but his homework was atrocious. He required well over 100 pages of reading some weeks, and on top of that had lengthy time-consuming assignments. The workload was far beyond a level 100 course. He also requires a 95% for an A. He's fun and engaging in class, but if your looking for something easy avoid Dr. Rugh at all costs.

Don't look at what other people said regarding who he is as a person. Literally such a nice guy! The class is super straightforward, but it is true an A is 95%. But they do not grade hard, just do your best to get main ideas of the reading, GO TO EXAM REVIEW, and be ready to honestly have some of your previous perspectives expanded. Def recommend

Prof Rugh is VERY knowledgeable, humble, kind. Helps connect the past to the present, doesn't shy away from painful/traumatic history. All assignments are very applied, no busy-work. Not too many readings. Good group discussions in class. Creates a safe space to ask questions/process hard things. Life-changing class, forms a community on campus.

Dr. Rugh is awesome. He honestly made me love sociology! Yes, this class is heavy on reading. However, he's very caring and makes the reading fun, and goes over topics in class. Attend the exam reviews!!!! Very manageable class and super insightful, I learned a lot!!!

Dr. Rugh is an amazing man and does so much to make things enjoyable for his students. He clearly loves what he is teaching and his energy is amazing. He does his best to make everything fair for his students. For a social science class there isn't actually that much writing. The TA's are great and are really helpful for the exams.

I loved this professor. His lectures were great and he knew how to explain concepts. He is also understanding and funny.

Dr Rugh's lectures especially for Unit 2 were great. There is a lot of textbook and article reading, but he reviews it in depth in class.

Dr Rugh is an inspirational teacher that made me grow so much. he is a great lecturer, but it is required that you read the material. If you want to become a better person take this class. It is very insightful and educating. It is a politically hot subject class, but Dr Rugh is very good at not taking sides, just laying down facts. Rugh is KING.

Amazing class, phenomenal professor. I came home everyday with my mind blown by the content, and was constantly talking about what i learned. He handles difficult topics with grace and patience. Everyone should take this class from Dr. Rugh. Attendance optional, but it helps you grow so much as a human being to attend and learn. Easy A

Dr. Rugh is one of the best professors I've had at BYU. He really cares about his students and is always willing to help out. This class is not too hard if you take time to do the readings (which are diverse in length and kinds). He is always open to questions and will back up his claims with data from reputable sources. This class is the best!

I loved taking this class with Dr.Rugh. I wish that this class was required for everyone to take. I learned so much, and I feel like this class has challenged my views on various minority groups. It has given me the ability to view others in a more Christlike empathetic way, which I am very grateful for. Lots of reading, but it is all interesting.

I never had a problem with the discussions or the papers. Grading criteria was clear and fair. I hardly read anything all semester and wouldn't recommend that at all. My grade almost suffered because I did so poorly on the iClicker questions about the reading during class, so do the readings! Dr Rugh is a super fun and energetic guy. Great prof!

Dr. Rugh's class can be a challenge, but his engaging lectures and willingness to help make it worthwhile. The readings are key - unstuckstudy was a game-changer for my study prep. Overall, a great professor!

I LOVE DR RUGH. A little dorky, so he feels very approachable. As far as him being "too political"...you're taking sociology class... real shocker, but you'll be discussing politics and social issues. But he approaches the topics in a very empathetic and Christlike manner. 10/10 would recommend, I WILL be taking more of his classes

I just think it's important for people to realize that the people who hate on Dr. Rugh for "forcing his political agenda onto people" just aren't able to grasp the idea that racism does in fact exist and it's more prevalent and common than they realize. He is seriously the best and I still think about content from this course.

SOC 111 taught by Prof. Rugh was AMAZING. He is so passionate, gives amazing lectures, and cares deeply about his students and the world at large. There are papers and tests, which can be challenging, yet completely manageable if you prepare. The readings are also incredibly important, but so interesting! Take his class, you won't regret it!

Loved this guy! Interesting lectures and relatively easy tests and projects.

Dr.Rugh is life-changing! He is very cautious of how he presents information, and is very sensitive to the wide range of students' backgrounds. There is a lot of reading, but most of it is NYT articles, so they are entertaining. He gives only two tests, both of which are very specific and difficult. I-Clicker questions make or break your grade.

Dr. Rugh is a positive happy guy who is really good at teaching. There are differences for opinions for everybody for sure but he did a good job looking at other perspectives and broadening my views. The same four people with the same perspectives share everyday. You need to be in class or you won't understand slides or get attendance points. READ!

Prof Rugh is great. He's really cares about his students. You can tell that everything he believes and does stems from love of our savior and of the gospel, which is really inspiring. You have 4 short essays and some discussions to do throughout the semester, but the workload was honestly light and the tests were chill.

This guy knows how to speak to an audience and he reminds me of Mushu from Mulan. This class is clearly his passion. Lots of reading (worth it if you're interested), minimal open-ended writing, and just a midterm and final. Go to TA reviews!!! He's kind, responsive, qualified, ties in the gospel, and shares personal experiences.

Awesome class. Rugh knew the subjects we talked about were sensitive and was excellent at remaining respectful while still sharing his perspective. Class work was easy and manageable - 2 exams (TA's give GREAT reviews), 1-2 weekly quizzes, 1 weekly reflection writing, and a creative semester project of your choosing that is graded for effort.

Easy A. Lots of outside reading, but nothing too rough. He took attendance via information quizzes in class, so pay attention to the lectures. GO TO TA TEST REVIEWS. TRUST ME. Not sure why comments say he forced political agendas, he genuinely looks and acts like a friendly marshmallow. I def would have noticed and his only view was, 'racism bad'.