What can I say, it doesnt get much harder then this.

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You will learn a lot- you have to. Plan on some late nights studying - try his coffee it will keep you awake for weeks. Long live Joey Geologist.

I agree that he was rude to people at times. But it didn't bother me, I guess I have thick skin. I thought he was hard but the most awesome geology teacher, our class aides were great too. Cullen and his aides did everything possible to help people succeed in this class. I loved this class.

you know this man is fine!

Hard Hard Hard, but it was so much fun.

He's very driven and challenging. He does snap but not without provocation. If you don't take it seriously you'll be the student he snaps at. If you study hard and are close to the top of your game he'll give you the shirt off his back. He's got high standards but if you meet them you'll do well

Took it in the summer a while ago & wasn't bad @ all. I thought it was easy & the labs weren't too bad. I got an A so I didn't think it was too hard. I never saw him snap. If I had any interest in the subject I would have taken more courses w/him.

I am not a geology major, and I found this class to be very difficult, BUT it was a good time. I tried very hard and only got a B, but I was happy about it. Professor Cullen pushed us very hard, but I still remember so much material from his class. I actually considered becoming a geology major (or possibly minor) after taking this class.

Cullen Rocks! No pun intended! LOL I only took geology b/c I had to and I thought it was going to be boring and stupid. Now I actually like geology, it was a fun class! Cullen makes the subject interesting for almost anyone!

Prof. Cullen is demanding and expects alot of effort from his students. If you want an easy course take it with someone else. If you want to learn and aren't a slack ass then take it with him. You'll be glad you did. He can be ornery, but only to those who provoke him with their idiocy.Some say he is out of line, to those I say grow up.

Cullen = The drill sergeant of the Geology department. Although he wont tell you to drop and give him 20, he expects you to attend all classes and complete all assignments. If you are looking for an easy A, I’ll drop by just to see how fast he makes you cry. (And it has happened) Just, put in an effort and work hard, and he will work with you

Jim, is fantastic, and yes he made me cry several times...his tests made me forget my own name!!! His notes were a bear...but his study guides and tests are taken straight from the notes, and if you pay attention, and do te required homework...you will do fine. IF YOU THINK THIS IS "ROCKS FOR JOCKS" switch. I thank him profusely everytime I see him

I continue, I thank him every time I see him, for not only making me a great geologist, and I love paleontology now becauseof him!!! I think I am a better teacher, and student because of this man!!! Thanks Jim!!! Keep up the good work!!! Rocks for jocks...not at SSC!!! Class of 2001!!!

Not a bad guy. If you follow along in class and do the required work its not so bad. The cry babies here are obviously not college mentality yet. He is helpful and I like "him being a pain in the ***" If you want an easy A go elsewhere, if you want to learn, take this class.

Prof Cullen is one of my favorite teachers thus far at Salem State. As long as you have a good interest in the subject and follow along you will do good. Hard tests but he is very helpful and is a real nice guy. For those of you who want to get and easy A do not take his class

Expect a lot from us... You have to dedicate most of your time to this class. He expect us to become an expert in geology.

Prof. Cullen is very demanding, but he is very helpful and wants to see his students succeed. Those who whine about this class are those who don't want to work for the grade. I've learned a lot in this class and I am sure it will help me become a better teacher. I recommend this class for anyone who is willing to work hard.

Cullen is a very demanding professor, but you will learn more in his class than any other class in college. The man knows how to teach science exceptionally, but because he tends to teach GLS100 (a common class for non-majors) most students think they can just slide through. It's NOT a blowoff.He gives you everything you need to succeed... so STUDY

Professor Cullen is very demanding, but if you do what is asked of you, you will do well! He can be kind of a jerk in class, but is a nice guy one on one. He doesn't take attendance but you need to go to class if you want to pass his tests. He is willing to help you if you need it. I got a 66 on the first test, got some help and ended up with an A.

I had this class and got an Incomplete because I didn't do well on a final. I went to talk to him, and come to find out he gave me an "I" to make me go talk to him. He let me retake the class free of charge over the summer! Great guy.. RECOMMEND HIM. Just read and pay attention and don't skip class! This is not an easy A, though.

I had Jim for Physical and Historical geology a few years back. In class he once said,"You can get a Harvard education anywhere...its up to you to do the work." He challenged us to use our brains and I use what he taught me daily and his class made me a better teacher.I can't pass a road cut without noticing the strata. Thanks Jim... Scott S.

I had Jim for Physical and Historical geology a few years back. In class he once said,"You can get a Harvard education anywhere...its up to you to do the work." He challenged us to use our brains and I use what he taught me daily.His class made me a better teacher.I can't pass a road cut without noticing the strata. Thanks Jim... Scott S.

Incredibly difficult professor. His expectations are way too high.

Dr. Cullen is one of the best professors I've had at Salem and one of the only science professors who doesn't label smart ed majors like me as dumb off the bat. Yes, he maintains the integrity of his field by keeping the class challenging. Welcome to college! Take this class for a well earned A/B, not an easy A. Go to North Shore for that.

For the rating below, I meant Physical Geology.

Honestly I enjoyed taking his class.I was nervous at first because I heard that he was tough. It's true that sometimes you feel like you're not in an introductory course but the way he teaches the class is clear and extremely understandable. Great class and great teacher.GLS

This is not an easy class and I was surprised that I got an A in the end, but if you show him that you care and are trying, he will make sure you get where you need to be. Really loves what he does and is very knowledgable, taught me a ton. The exams are largely open ended and he is a perfectionist, but his lectures are well paced and clear: study!

I really miss Professor Cullen!It is not easy to pass his class, you have to pay attention to every word he said. I really learned a lot from his class. English is not my first language so it was kind of hard for me to follow,but he is very nice and helpful.I personally believe People who said he is demanding didn't even pay attention.

Cullen is one tough teacher. He doesn't take attendance but it would be wise not to miss his class. His quizzes are extremely tough and he asks vague questions. He has a condescending personality but he grew on me. Overall, if you can handle his workload and personality, he's a great teacher and you will learn a lot.

He is a tough teacher, don't get that wrong, but he is very passionate in his subject. He has a sarcastic attitude that needs to grow on you, but after you get used to that he is a great teacher. He is tough but you really do learn a lot from him.

Prof Cullen is a great teacher who really knows his stuff!!! YES this course is somewhat difficult BUT Prof Cullen has an awesome teaching style! If you really pay attention and ask questions during his lectures and labs you'll do fine. I bombed my first exam but did really great for the next 3 and the final thanks to him!

Cullen is a smart guy. I like him as a person, but I'd never take one of his classes again. His class is the hardest class I've taken in my life. He says he doesn't take attendance, then freaks out when people are absent. He assigns more assignments than any of my other teachers. I'm halfway through the course, and I've learned nothing.

Very hard, but you can learn something.

YES he is hard and I could not put anything lower than1 If I could it would have been -2 BUT!!! He will bend over backwards to help you. You will learn!!! I have two MS degrees now one in geography and the other in MSITM. MOST of my grad courses were not as difficult as his course. BUT again you will learn. If you really want an education take HIM!

Professor Cullen is a true professor. It's college, classes are supposed to be challenging. It was a good amount of work but it was fair. If I had not been so far into my degree I may have changed it to geology just based on this course. By far the most interesting course I've taken. He is also a nice guy if you respectfully put in the effort!

He's a tough teacher no doubt about. He yells a lot, and its either funny or intimidating; depends on who he's yelling at. He doesn't miss class ever, so don't expect him to cancel any. He's also the pickiest teacher I've ever had in my entire life. I write on the test what he said on notes, and he puts a giant question mark on it.

His lectures are clear but I can't stress enough you HAVE TO TAKE NOTES! You will not pass exams otherwise because he relies heavily on notes sometimes even word for word. His class is mostly based on exams because he rarely gives homework. He is really tough but a really nice guy.

Amazing guy! Great lecturer, but make sure you show up cause most of the test material is based off the lectures. Not a lot of homework to be done outside of class, so just make sure you pay attention in class and it shouldn't be difficult to get at LEAST a B, if not an A.

Jim is a great guy, but get ready to work. He will push you to your max and even further. If you do not want to work, DO NOT take the class. If you want to work hard and prove that you can excel in a class, take Jim, he is AWESOME

Jim is one of the best professors I've ever had. He has high expectations for his students and goes out of his way to help you succeed if you are struggling. Generally his tests are more difficult than what people are used to, so you might just have to work a little harder than normal to succeed. He is a fantastic lecturer; get ready to take notes.

Prof. Cullen is fantastic -- get ready to work and actually earn your grade, and you'll learn a ton. He has a passion for the subject and will not just let you skate by since it's a 100 level course. Highly recommended to the serious student.

Jim is one of the first professors to ever hold me accountable for my mediocre effort. I earned a 26% on my first test in Historical. He made me want to learn geology. This is not rocks for jocks! You will have a deep understanding of the earth and its functions/feedbacks. I appreciate him not accepting my mediocrity, and pushing me to achieve.

I wish all Professors were like Cullen. He makes you realize that it's your responsibility to pass the course. Test are all short answers so make sure you take good notes, and never skip class. Just work hard and You'll pass. He is very accessible outside class. Best professor if you're into this!

I think a lot of these ratings misrepresent him. He is aggressive but he's not mean, he's not aggressive because he thinks you're dumb but because he wants to push you to do better. If you're seeking an easy class to get a credit then don't take him but if you want to learn about geology and/or be challenged then he's your guy.

You guys in his intro courses are absolute babies. Stop tearing this guy apart for trying to engage his students and for expecting you to actually do the work. He will never fail you as long as you put in effort, just ask any geo major. Not liking him on a personal level is valid, but there's no professor I'd rather have in my corner than Jim.

If I could take every class with Jim I would.He is a very tough grader and there is a lot of work, but he is the most caring man on this campus.These reviews are inaccurate.Very passionate about geology.Don't take if youre not interested in it, take a different SR course if your major needs it.He gives students a hard time but just give it back!

Y'all intro course people are genuinely such babies. Jims a tough guy and he can be mean at some points, but that's because he's one of a few professors left that genuinely and truly gives a sh*t about what he's teaching. He cares so much and he wants you to learn, you just have to put in the effort. That's it. He's never failed anyone who did

At first this class was very difficult and overwhelming, but as the semester progressed it became easier, and I started to like him more. He's actually a nice guy and when you ask him questions to explain something more he will, and make sure that you understand it. He cares about academic accommodations as well.

professor cullen was great! i had him for an age of dinosaurs course. it was interesting, but there were so many notes. he allows you to use handouts and notes during exams which are a big chunk of your grade. as long as you take detailed notes, you'll be fine and he'll like you.