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Best professor ever and dresses nice, smells nice, and clean shaven
by far THE BEST prof i have ever had. he knows so much and he is just awesome
absolutely the BEST prof at BSC. Down to Earth, understanding, and clear.
He has been my favorite professor thus far.
Awsowme teacher. Without a doube, the best in the school. I wish he taught all my classes. I've never learned so much practically info in a class before. I'd suggest him to anyone.
Awesome guy...loved the class...definitely should take him
He is so smart, and such a good teacher. I totally recommend him.
I loved crowley! by far the best teacher at bsc...I learned a ton from him!! TAKE HIM for a writing class
I totally loved this professor. He gets right to work and gets ur big projects out the way. Pay attentionm, talk to him...add him to ur buddy list and u'll be fine...he is willing to help u at all costs...I still talk to him even after a year.
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Crowley is an awesome teacher, I have never been able to learn so much about Shakespeare! He was totally into the material and made it more fun! Definitely recommed taking him!
Dr.Crowley is seriously the best professor I've had in my entire college career. He makes the class worth your time. You will get something out of every class. I wish all profs. were as brilliant and helpful. Take him, you will not regret it.
Dr. Crowley is the best professor I have ever had and probably ever will. Dr. Crowley has high expectations but is grounded and willing to help at the drop of a hat. I would recommend taking any of his classes, especially Shakespeare.
Dr. Crowley is awesome. He loves what he does, and is ensthusastic about teaching. He gets into class so much, don't be surprised if he gets a heart attack in the middle of class!
DR. Crowley is a great professor! I had him for writing I and liked him so much i took him for writing II. He makes the class interesting and is always there to help you whether it be before class or after class and even online.
Best professor ever. You just WANTED to go to class, just to see what he was going to teach, he made it so enjoyable... DEFINATELY take him.
Simply the best prof I've ever had. His classes were really fun and I learned a lot.
absolute best professor ive ever had, without a doubt. never thought id like waking up in the morning to go to a lit. class. just make sure you keep up with the reading. ended up with B+ when i was praying to walk away with anything above a D
Best teacher I've ever had. He helps you a lot and makes things easy to understand. If you pay attention, you can't help but learn something, and you won't forget it. He is great. He canceled class one time and I was actually disapointed.
Best teacher i have taken so far here. I learned more in one semester that i did all in high school about how to write a paper. Impossible to hate the guy. Highly recommended
Prof Crowley is by far one of the best teachers I have ever had and recomment to everyone to take him for writing one and two.
Awesome teacher! Take this class
One of the best teachers I've ever had. He taught me so much, alot of which is very helpful in my other classes. No matter how tired you were or how much you didn't want to be in school on a particular day, you always walked out having learned something
This man is the absolute best professsor ever.....He will make you want to learn whether you like it or not. It may be the fact that he smells nice and is clean shaven everyday, or maybe it is because he can quote shakespeare.....but he is hot ladies
This was the best class I've taken and it was just a regular old GER. He made things fun, had everything you needed, greatest teacher I've had. I WANTED to go to class. TAKE PROF. CROWLEY!
Crowley is the best ever! No matter what, you learn something every single day. He makes me want to go to class. TAKE HIM!
I took him for Shakespeare--SO GOOD, he has such enthusiam for it, always has a smile on his face. Goes over stories really well, you really don't even need to read them. Definalty take him
Awesome guy
Dr. Crowley is THE MAN. He's awesome, clear, funny, and really wants to help his students. I had him for writing 1 and 2, and then again for shakespeare. I definitely reccomend him. just be warned that shakes is a TOUGH CLASS
Crowley is the man. Great teacher and a cool guy too. Definitely take him if you can get in in time. Best teacher I've ever had.
Prof Crowley is awesome, he's been through a lot and likes to share his stories and insight with the class. He definitely knows his stuff and is very helpful, what other professor gives you their screename to talk to online? TAKE HIS CLASS!!!!
F'ing awesome. This is the only English class I've ever had that never once was boring.
Crowley is the man he is so cool about papers and makes sure everybody understands everything he teaches. If you work hard you will do good in his class
very clear and overall a great man! highly recommend taking one of his classes. tells a lot of stories and jokes :)
real nice guy i dont have to say anything else
I hated Literature, especially British Lit. Im taking Crowley and he makes it insteresting. He keeps me awake and attentive in class. Great teacher, he could teach at a much more prestigous school but he doesn't so TAKE HIS CLASS!!!!!
This was a great class! He presents the difficult material so well and makes it interesting. This is not an easy class. Although, if you know the material you will do ok. Mid-term, Final and quizes. The guy is brilliant and BSC is lucky to have him. He likes his job, it shows. And make sure you spell everything correctly!! points off for that.
Dr. Crowley is THE MAN!! One of the best profs I've ever had. HIGHLY recommend taking one of his classes - if you can get in.
he's tough but really good! you'll learn alot with this guy and he's smart at what he does. real down to earth
I highly recommend him! I have never seen a teacher so passionate about his teaching! He definately knows his stuff and makes it interesting to learn. I never thought I'd get into Shakespeare, but he has made it so easy to understand and puts on a great show for all of us!
I love this man. He takes Shakespeare to a whole new level...and reads and quotes it with the ability of a stage actor. He is patient and will stop to explain anything to make sure you get it. Excellent content management - involves his class. Funny guy - the kind you'd like to party with-lol. I've learned tons in his class and he is a treat!
Crowley! Knows his stuff in and out, fun to listen to cuz he really gets into it. Loves his job, always willing to help out a student. Recommended!
How do I count the ways in which I love this class? This professor will challenge your thinking, in a good way. He is brilliant, fun, and interactive - everything you could want in a professor. Very down to Earth and lighthearted, but takes his exams and papers very seriously..you really need to work to get a good grade.
Professor Crowley is truley the best prof. I have ever had. Everyone should take him regardless of their major. He is so helpful and completely devoted to his students. He will answer any question and keep you entertained for the hour he has you. I wish he could teach all my english classes. He is amazing.
As an English major, I wish the rest of the professors in the department had the skill of Crowley. He kept everything interesting, always gave us a new insight even on old material, and made sure we had the chance to do well on his quizzes and exams if we just listened to his fascinating lectures, which was easy. Would take again, definitely.
Dr. Crowley is by far the best professor i have ever had here at bsc!! i wish there were more english classes i needed just so i could take another class with him. i hated literature... but i loved it with him! it was the funnest lit class i have ever had in my entire life! take him if u can!
Great professor, but extremely difficult class. If you want to learn something new from a brilliant man, take his class...you'll just have to work really hard to get a good grade. He is so smart!
Oh my God! Dr. Crowley is by far the best teacher I have ever had. He is brilliant! Time after time, lecture after lecture he has never ceased to amaze me...Some find hime difficult, I find him to be nothing but fair. He works hard for his students daily, and they're expected to do the same.I'd take any class he was teaching, ever!
Love, love love Dr. Crowley. Funny, smart and caring. I wish he taught every English class there is. Wonderful man. Take him if you can, you SO won't regret it. He's a tough grader, though, so be prepared to work. Still, it's worth it.
LOVE HIM!! awesome professor!! pay attention in class and study and you will do fine
Took him for Shakespeare- LOVED IT. LOVE HIM, be prepared to work a little bit but you will be rewarded, he is a great professor, I wish he did Intro to Linguistics.
Eng Ren Lit, tough class, but Crowley loves the subject and will try to get you just as interested. Do the work, show your interest, and study, you'll do okay. It is a lot of material to study though He goes really fast during lecture and he uses a lot of pronouns so sometimes you don't know exactly who he is talking about.
Great teacher. Not an easy class though,be prepared to work. Nice guy, jokes around a lot.
there is not one teacher at bridgewater state who cares more about his students than this guy. he is a phenomonal teacher and person and if you dont take him your missing out bigtime
i learned more during a summer course with this one man than i think i've ever learned from any other teacher- whether it was a whole year or a semester. he is absolutely phenominal, and completely understanding. he made me wish i'd gone to bsc rather than my own university.
ok, I just had to say this incase someone reads all the positives and takes the class thinking they will love him. yes I think he is a nice guy and smart and you do learn BUT he is really picky, and thinks random english things should be known by everyone? if you aren't in the mood to learn insignificant things about english, i'd stay away.
Best professor i've ever had. You really need to work hard in his classes but makes you want to work hard. He is understanding and really cares about his students. If you get the oppertunity to take him then do it. You'll leave the class feeling like youve actually learned something.
Dr. Crowley is a very good professor. He is very thorough and actually cares about his students.
this guy is really hard, but GREAT! He is such a good professor!!! His number one priority is to do the material justice and create interest. I hate literature and loved his class.
I took him for Shakespeare and I was sooo nervous cuz I heard he was hard..plus there were so many upper level englishy nerds in my class..but just listen to everything he says...take good notes..and use them for the tests...I got a B+ just glancing at my notes for 45 min..for both tests and papers.Def take him he's the most amazing teacher here
I was looking at 2007 Fall classes today and didn't see any Crowley! :( This man has honestly taught me more in two classes than all of my English professors put together. Brilliant.
Greatest professor I have ever had and I am certain I will never meet his equal. Lit. of the English Ren. is a tough course, but his brilliance and his passionate commitment is moving. He is a man to emulate not only as an aspiring teacher but as a person. It was an honor to be in his class.
Dr.Crowley is a challenging, but very fair professor. He prepares very well and puts a lot of time into his lectures and he looks for that to be reciprocated back through class discussion and feedback. Not only does he have a great sense of humor but he also cares very deeply about all of his students.
Dr. Crowley YOU THE MAN!!! Before I took your class I would have said YOU DA MAN!!! Seriously He made material that is traditionally unliked likeable, 14th century literature was not my cup of mead but he allowed me new insight into the material and I now like Shakespeare and Chaucer. Keep up the great work DR.C. and Take his class please!!!
TAKE A CLASS WITH HIM! His sections always fill up 1st because he's the BEST. He's the fairest professor I have EVER met, and probably the smartest. He's actually one of the smartest people I've met in general. And an awesome teacher. BSC is lucky to have him. He's funny, and genuinely cares about his students. He loves what he does, and it shows.
An amazing man and professor. I was horrified to take this class and Crowley made every day enjoyable! He's a fair professor with an extensive amount of compassion for both his work and his students! I can't thank him enough!
Best teacher Ive ever had at BSC. Dr. Crowley is so fun and so helpful..such a good guy! =)
Easily the best professor I've had in my 3+ yrs @ BSC! Hilarious, energetic, kind-hearted. Extremely caring and willing to help anyone who is serious about his class. Takes attendance VERY seriously. Don't bs him and you will benefit greatly from his knowledge. You'd be crazy to graduate without meeting this man.
He truely deserves an award! He is the best professor and person in the world. Not kidding. Take him if you can but you will not be able to becuase he's liked so much his classes fill in a fractio of a fraction of a second! CROWLEY IS THE BEST.
CROWLEY IS THE MAN. He's hilarious, he's caring, he loves e-mailing (and they are usually funny e-mails), and he's really understanding. And although he may sound easy, he's not. But don't be afraid! He just expects the best out of his students and he's there to help you along the way. He answers e-mails fast and he's always available for help.
I think every English major should take his Shakespeare class. He's so funny and really makes the plays understandable!! Mid-term was kind of terrifying, but the final has a take-home essay. Attendance isn't mandatory but recommended, never any homework. He e-mails study guides for every play. Definitely take him!!
One of the best professors I have ever taken!! Class material is a hard to understand but he breaks it down really well. You work for your grade but its a great class and he uses humor alot.Funny guy
By far the best Engl teacher I have ever had even counting High school. He reminded me why I love English. He demands alot but it actually makes you work and is a good thing. Learned more in his class then any other. He truly cares about his students and is a funny guy on top of it. Really passionate about English. Do yourself a favor TAKE HIM!
Great professor who is very passionate about what he teaches. Paper, midterm, and final are the grade... has very high expectations of his students but in turn takes teaching very seriously and wants his students to understand the material very well. LOVES Shakespeare.
the best professor ive ever had in my life. hands down. you will learn so much about the topics you are covering...and best of all, crowley makes you WANT to learn. plus, hes the man
Crowley's classes are hard- but so worth it. It's not a cake walk, but you will leave every single class having learned something. He cares about his students, has lots of funny stories and keeps you entertained. Don't be scared off by his first day speech about absolute manditory attendance and hard grading- he's more flexible than he may seem
I have taken several of Crowley's classes and I enjoy each more and more each time. He has high expectations, but he makes all of the hard work he requires worth it. I have not received lower than an A in all of his classes, and have never been so proud of my own work in my lifetime. He makes each class enjoyable and fun. BEST professor ever!
He is the best professor I have ever had!
One of the most passionate teachers I've ever had the pleasure of having. You'll learn a ton, and not just about the class subject. You're expected to bring as much to the table as he does, so be warned: This is not an easy A.
He is the man! Truly cares about students and wants them to dig deep down. If you bring as much as he does the table every class. He will make it worth your while being there. Would take him again in a heartbeat!
THE BEST!! Just remember to attend all the lectures.
Crowley is THE BEST teacher I've ever had at BSU. Seriously, he is SO intelligent and mixes in his own humor and sarcasm into the course. His class is the highlight of my WEEK, EVERY week. You need to earn your A, but when a teacher is so amazing, it naturally motvates you to do well. Can't wait to take him again next semester! Such a great prof.!
This is the best professor I have had in my entire life. I am about to graduate and will truly miss attending his classes. The man is brilliant and a wellspring of all sorts of knowledge. Class is always entertaining and interesting, even with tough material. I graded him as "hard" on the easiness scale, but he is incredibly fair.You earn your "A".
Hands-down the greatest teacher BSU has to offer. Puts on a tough persona for the classroom, but he's actually very understanding, fair, and helpful. Just make sure to actually do the readings and pay attention to what he has to say (it's almost impossible not to) and you'll do well. Could not recommend Crowley any higher.
I love this guy! Animated and brings the class to some great higher understanding, you actually learn in his class! He does expect you to do the readings, and will call on people randomly with questions, so you need to be prepared. He is a very fair and compassionate person, and as long as you pay attention and do the work, you'll do well.
You will most definitely learn a LOT from any of Crowley's classes if you can deal with his overbearing personality. Although he is arrogant and tries to make you think he is more important than he is, he is still one of the best professors at BSU. English majors should take at least one class with one.
Literally the greatest teacher I've ever had. So much information but it's all crystal clear and he ties it together so well. He is extremely enthusiastic and helpful. He holds your interest and is willing to help anyone. Make sure to actually read the texts because he knows when you don't! Attendance mandatory, but he listens to genuine excuses.
The hardest class I ever had was his survey of British Lit class. The texts we read were so difficult to understand on your own. But, go to his lectures and they will all be crystal clear. He seems intimidating but you grow to love his teaching methods and he is funny. Graded based only on the midterm and final exams which are difficult exams :/
By far the best professor I have ever had. I was dreading my Survey of Brit Lit class (Beowulf, Paradise Lost, etc.) and he made everything perfectly clear & INTERESTING! His lectures are actually FUN. He is an amazing guy & treats you with tons of respect. Do NOT get a degree at BSU without experiencing Crowley's class
Fact - Robin Williams' performance in "Dead Poets Society" was heavily inspired by Dr. Crowley. The fact that this man is a part of BSU's faculty is an absolute blessing. If you want to learn, take his classes. You won't regret it.
This man is fantastic: easily the best professor I've ever had. He expects a lot from you, but he also puts a lot of effort in himself. He doesn't make the material easy, but you learn a lot in each class. He's also hilarious and tells great stories about his life.
The greatest professor in the history of time. Take his classes.
Professor Crowley is an excellent teacher. He has such passion when he teaches that it makes all the stuff we learn so interesting. This class is difficult, though. There is a good amount of reading and the midterm and final are pretty hard, but he is so helpful and explains things well. Take him!
Professor Crowley is a wonderful professor. He is knowledgable and passionate about what he is teaching. Whether you are interested or not, you will learn. Be prepared to work; you truly EARN your grade in his class. There are no easy A's. Though he is somewhat intimidating, he is respectful and kind. Take a class with him if you can!
Dr. Crowley is the most brilliant professor you will ever have at BSU. He comes off a little intimidating at first but he's a sweetheart and a genius. You will work hard but you will learn a lot. Every English major *must* experience a class with him before they graduate!!
Great guy, VERY knowledgeable. Attending class is very important since he elaborates on the material. Get's distracted easily. I found the class to be extremely challenging, only graded on midterm, 1 paper, and final.
I LOVED Crowley. He's awesome! I chickened-out on taking a course with him several times. He's terribly intimidating, but I am so glad I finally did. He really turned me on the Shakes. It was a lot of work, but it was one of my last 3 classes, and it was worth it. He's extremely insightful and honest. I Couldn't be more pleased.
This guy is without a doubt the best professor I have ever had! I can't remember a single moment in his class where I felt bored--even Shakespeare was fun. He can be a bit of a tough grader, but as long as you put the effort in you should be fine. I could not recommend him more!
Every English major should take Dr. Crowley at some point. His lectures are interesting, exciting, and you will literally learn something new every day. He does not take nonsense though, so go to class and be respectful.
By far, best professor I've had at BSU thus far. I can't wait to take him again no matter what the class is; he keeps you engaged and you learn something new every single class. Absolutely loved him. If you're an English majorminor, do NOT leave Bridgewater without taking a class or two with him.
I just took Professor Crowley for British Literature and he was truly the greatest professor I have had at BSU. His lectures are always interesting and his love for literature and teaching makes the class genuinely enjoyable!
His lectures are amazing. He plans his classes to perfectly fit into their time slot. Rarely, if ever, went over class time. Rarely went under class time, but will release class early.
Crowley is not a bad guy. He's very funny and very smart. However, his class is naerly impossible. He tells you if you don't pass his midterms, then you are not made out to be an English Major. He isn't fair. Great person. Not great teacher.
Crowley is so incredible that I almost regret taking him my first semester; I don't think any other professors can really compare to him. His class is not an "easy A" but it is not impossible to do well. He makes you work hard, but doesn't bog you down with busy work. He is so passionate about teaching. Love this man. Take his class. Do it.
Crowley expects a lot from his students but you will learn a LOT. You'll miss important information if you skip class but that makes class time really worthwhile.
Every English major should be required to take him. He challenges you but it's because he knows you can handle it. His exams aren't difficult if you studied and paid attention in class. He wants you to succeed but you have to put in the work. Basically every lecture is an experience unto itself. Definitely take him if you have the chance.
This man is amazing. He has a great sense of humor, he is super passionate about his job, and he loves his students. His tests are easy if you read the material, and you cannot be absent. He will help you if you ask him for it, and he is always there to give you advice on anything. All English majors should take his classes.
Dr. Crowley is the best professor I have had at Bridgewater. He is brilliant, passionate, and helpful. Please take him, he will change how you think about literature which will change how you think about life. He is difficult, yes--but you get what you put into it. He is witty and appreciates humor. Don't be afraid to be wrong in his class.
Crowley is a amazing teacher. He is soooooooo funny and he really knows what hes talking about. He is an older man who believe in the basics and he teaches it the right way. He doesn't take BS. Attendance is a must, if he has to be there so do you. You'll learn a lot from this wise professor. Hes a must take for anyone!
Dr. Crowley is quite possibly one of the most intelligent people I have ever met and he is so passionate about his classes. I took him for my Sr. seminar and it was very challenging but if you put in the effort you will succeed. I wish I didn't wait until my senior year to take a class with him. I would highly recommend taking one of his classes!
Dr. Crowley really respects your time and your effort. If you talk in class and do the readings, he'll take notice of that. He is a pure genius and I could listen to him talk about British lit for hours on end. You will leave his class aspiring to be James Crowley in your own career. 10/10 best professor ever
I have never had a professor like Dr. Crowley. He pushes you harder than any other professor, but you become a better English Major from it. British lit isn't always the most interesting subject, but his teaching of it gives you an intellectual respect for it. This class is challenging, but it is passable and it is worth the struggle.
My only regret when it comes to taking a class with Crowley is that I waited until my senior year to do so. He is by far my favorite professor at BSU. He expects a lot from his students but he also cares about them a great deal. His lectures are extremely entertaining. I hate Shakespeare but I loved his class. Take him. It's worth the work.
Funny guy.
Crowley is a smart guy, however he loves to remind his students of this and often makes them feel incompetent. Grade relies solely on a midterm, a paper and a final. His lectures are interesting but he's the TOUGHEST grader I've ever had. Attendance is mandatory, you aren't allowed to miss any classes and if you do you better have a good excuse.
I usually cringe at old fashioned teaching styles, but Crowley is the only professor/ teacher I have ever had who does it right. Yes he is intimidating at times, yes the readings are can be boring and hard to read, and yes his exams are hard, but you learn so much from his lectures. Every English major should take him at least once.
Unless English is your primary major, forget trying to get any higher than a C with him. Very little assignments, but makes it difficult to succeed because he grades so harshly. Very rude and expects you to know everything in a 200 level course. Don't make any minor errors either or you won't pass. AND don't skip, also a failure!! Do not take him!
Worst teacher I have had yet. Very condescending and believes he is smarter than everyone and anything. Constantly puts down other teachers and If you don't participate in class he makes you feel stupid and humiliated. He gets frustrated easily.
Great guy, somewhat hard class but you will become a better writer! this will pay off in future classes
Crowley is a true gem of the teaching world. Sure, he is "old-fashioned" but he is actually extremely willing to help you succeed. He's not as scary as he tries to appear: he was very understanding of absences, and gives you a step-by-step rubric on how he wants your final paper to be structured. Knows his stuff, wants you to love it too.
Well thought out lesson plan and communicates expectations clearly. Knows his stuff and wants students to succeed.
Very interesting and entertaining prof. Would take again although he rarely does 102
Probably the best professor I've had here at BSU! He thoroughly goes over the basics of writing which in the end made me a better writer. He's passionate about what he teaches & pushes his students. Absolutely hilarious & I wish I could take him again. He's so good I considered changing my 2nd major to English because he made me love writing again!
Dr Crowley is a great English professor. If youre lucky enough to get him for ENG102 its a great class and he wants everyone to succeed. Take him you wont regret it.
Amazing, passionate professor. Old school lecturer but with personality. Gets distracted but is so genuine and caring. His teaching style suits the material well. I took him for Histories and Comedies of Shakespeare, great course. 1 paper, and you can pick your deadline. 2 exams, that are not too hard as long as you take notes on passages in class.
Crowley is a legend and rightly so. Teaching is an art he has perfected. He's strict on attendance, but his expectations are fair and communicated clearly. He loves roasting students (in good taste) and his lectures are AHHmazing. I took him for Brit Lit 1800's. 1 midterm.1 final.1 paper. Take good notes. Review them daily and you'll be fine.
I LOVED Crowley, Ive been at BSU for five years and hes one of the best professors Ive ever had. He is so passionate about the material that he teaches and he makes coming to class so much fun. He spins the material that I usually find difficult in a hilarious and easy to follow way. Every day I wanted to go to class to hear him speak. Take him!
Crowley gets a lot of hype, but it is deserved. Say what you will about him--he is that rare perfect blend of expertise in both the content and the teaching of that content. He is a consummate teacher. It is impossible to be bored in his class. My advice is don't be intimidated by him; he loves his students, and his office hours can be a fun time!
I have taken Crowley twice and I think hes amazing. Such a character, he truly cares about his students and wants whats best for everyone. Super genuine, super knowledgeable in his discipline, and I have felt extremely lucky to take him twice. Only graded on your midterm, final, and one paper but he makes sure youre set for them.
This was my first class with Crowley, and I had a WONDERFUL experience. He is so animated about the material (Shakespeare), that it draws everyone in despite any initial wariness you may have. I would recommend taking a Crowley course at least once to everyone in this department!
Mid-term and final definition and explication exams + one essay. Crowley has good stories and lots of knowledge but is very hypocritical. Has expectations for his students that he doesn't live up to. If class gets cancelled, he can't function and will cram stuff. Expects you to know more than you ever could. Is incredibly disrespectful!!DO NOT TAKE
I loved this class. He somehow made medieval poetry interesting to learn about. He is a tough grader, but he is fair. He cares about his students a lot and he loves what he does. He respects his students and their time. There are only three grades which can be intimidating but if you put in the work you will be fine
Dr. Crowley's class contains a midterm, a final, and an essay. There is no written homework given. Study questions are given for each text you read to help you understand the material. Brit Lit contains an abundance of at home reading and taking good notes is the key to success. Dr. Crowley is always willing to help those who seek it.
One of the best english teachers I've had. NO homework. Literally just do the readings (I did sparknotes tbh), show up, take notes, and you'll pass. Midterm was easy (he prepares u), then the final and a take home final paper. Pay attention and don't skip without emailing him in advance. So funny and caring. You wont regret taking him.
Dr. Crowley is my favorite professor in the English department. He LOVES the content he teaches and makes class enjoyable even if you think you don't like Shakespeare. He genuinely cares about all of his students and knew everyone's name by the second class. He's hilarious and makes going to every class worth it.
Dr. Crowley is easily my favorite professor at BSU. Genuinely cares for his students, gives helpful feedback/criticism, and makes class something I looked forward to every day. Lots of reading but he gives study questions to help guide you. Don't get down on yourself if his questions are hard, he wants you to think!
Dr. Crowley is hands down my favorite professor at BSU. He is intimidating at first, but once you get to know him, he is the most genuine man you will ever meet. Make sure to take good notes as he will let you know when something is important to know - and that is likely to be on the midterm or final. He's truly the best there is!
Dr. Crowley is one of the best professors I have ever had. He expects high-quality work from his students and can come off as tough- but don't let that discourage you! Dr. Crowley actively makes himself available to his students and gives them every opportunity to succeed. If you work hard, you'll learn a TON and leave a better student. 10/10
He's a great professor and very knowledgeable, and the class itself is very entertaining and you will learn a lot! That being said, he is an incredibly hard grader, with very specific rules on how something should be written that not everyone is able to meet.
Amazing lectures is an understatement. He incorporates theatrics and real life into his lectures so they're unforgettable. He is VERY strict on attendance, but you won't want to miss class anyway! There are only 3 papers so if you do poorly you might get screwed, but your writing will quickly improve if you listen to his kind and detailed feedback.
This class kept me on my toes in the best way possible. One of my favorite classes of the semester. The class was on the earlier side, but always enjoyed going because it was the best experience. If you can take a class with Crowley, DO IT!! I had the time of my life. Learned so much on the subject. Lots of work, but it's worth it for this class.
I'm taking him for the second time and I had forgotten just how lovely he is. He is entertaining, passionate, and will make you a better reader and writer. I think this man could make him love any piece of l
Crowley is clearly an expert in his field. Readings are extremely difficult, but he explains them in class in a way that makes them understandable and interesting. He is an expert lecturer. I've heard he can be a tough grader, although I've done well on all his essays. My one complaint is he does sort of shame students for not knowing answers to Qs
GOAT of bsu. should basically be president. absolute king. king of comedy. will help u with the most random stuff. literally taught me how to cook turkey. the realest one on campus. makes realistic expectations and justifies every rule he has. literally the realest professor ever. absolute king.
He is a very smart man and is an expert on the topic. He is rather preachy & has a chip on his shoulder from a private school education. Does not let you talk too much, would rather hear himself speak. Is a very tough grader and gets angry with you when you don't know something he deems crucial. Picks favorite students & seems to grade them better
Take him! If you're debating whether to take him or not, do it. He is genuinely one of the coolest people I have ever met. All he asks is that you show up to class, do the readings and participate when he needs someone. We read seven plays and took three exams, multiple choice and short answers. Just take him, you'll thank yourself later.
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