John knows a LOT about art, there's no denying that, but he knows nothing about how to make art interesting for students. He knows how to totally beat a painting to death, though. Also, his exams are very difficult, so make sure you study a ton.

Cunnally's tests are very difficult but always grades on a significant curve. He has a rather sharp wit which makes him interesting to listen to. That's a good thing, because the subject matter usually isn't.

His tests are really hard. You need to study your butt off. But his lectures are interesting and sometimes his (unintended) sexual comments can be amusing.

I like John, I think he knows what he is talking about. The stuff he requires his students to learn is a lot, but its not that hard to learn if you go to lecture and pay attention.

Very very hard class. Lots of studying and note taking. I won't tell anyone not to take a Cunnley class because I did like the guy and he does knows his stuff, but I will say, be beyond prepaired to pull all night study sessions. Flash cards help!

THe man is tough, and it sucks to study so hard, but that's what college is about. I've heard from numerous people and feel myself that he taught well, and he made himself available for help if you needed it. I wish he was the instructor for my current class...

Tough but interesting. If you go to lecture and listen and take notes, you should have no problem as long as you don't procrastinate too much before tests.

Cunnally is amazing... he has a phototgraphic memory like ive never seen. he just closes his eyes then talks for the entire period... hard info. to learn but he is facinating

I have never learned so much in my entire life. Incredibly interesting class. Tests involve a great deal of writing and memorization and are nearly impossible if you do not attend lecture. He expects students to remember a great deal of information, but it's bearable. Very interesting man!

He was such a good teacher and is very smart. He somehow had the ability to relate most things to sex, which was a riot! And he drives an old caravan and wears a courduroy jacket to class everyday! Who can beat that?!? I got a B in his class and didn't do too much compared to my other art classes.

Pretentious ass. Hard class but LEARNED A HELLUVA LOT! Like the guy but wow. What a course. HARD HARD HARD. I believe that it helped shape my understanding of art history. I'd take it again for the challenge.

I love Cunnally...he's so hilarious.

So, he's about the craziest professor I've ever had. He's just very eccentric!

This man is an excellent teacher. Any time I have to take an Art History class I try to see which ones he is teaching first. Don't get me wrong - he is a tough teacher. None of his classes are easy and you better know how to take notes! But he has a way of

one more thing - do not miss any classes of his. he is very serious about attendance and won't hesitate to fail you for not showing up a few times - yes A FEW.

Do NOT miss a class, but he knows his stuff and will make things interesting so that you know the material!

I took this class, and I was excited about his setup, however, that soon led to his mindless tests, followed by to fact that he wanted you to know everything he had ever talked about , he was not that interesting when I had to study for days just for a quiz. If student's grades reveal how good one can transfer information, he is the worst!!!!!!!!!

He is a really hard professor, but his class is really interesting. I really enjoyed this class even though i didnt get the grade that I wanted on it. Just make sure to take really good notes during lecture.

Very intelligent man. Grading criteria strict though. However, he is fair on grading.

Yes, as an architecture student now, I see these ratings being made by first years. Cunnally wasn't bad...a little eccentric and detail oriented, but design is detail oriented. I still managed an A, and a bit of advice to those first years: This is a weed-out class, intentionally made hard to get the cream of the crop for acceptance.

Most people complain about his class but if you take notes in lecture and study hard for the test you'll do fine. There are a couple projects that you have to work hard on too. I guess what I'm trying to say is they give you the grade you deserve. If you work hard, you'll get a decent grade.

I'm in another Art History class now and I think Cunnally's class was a perfect foundation on design. Even though the class was rough, my glad to have it under my belt. Plus it helped me learn how to study for art history: name, date, arist!

I have learned a ton of stuff from this person. He is an excellent professor.

John Cunnally is Old Skool, for both good and bad. Cunnally wants absolute memorization. But his tests are graded competitively and demand an exceptionally fast hand in order to compete with the factual diarrhea your peers may generate. If you write S-l-o-w-l-y, but have a good memory, you're guaranteed a C. And I teach American history now!

He IS ridiculously hard. Harsh grading with tests and projects. This man is brilliant, however, and any class you take with him will be worth your time and money. Always attend class, write down everything he says (even the little things are helpful), and make flash cards!

His tests are ridiculously hard, but he curves the grade... sort of. He lectures with his eyes closed. Rumor has it thats because he has a photographic memory, makes sense, since he knows pretty much EVERYTHING about Design History. Really interesting class. I barely studied and pulled a C+. Just go to lecture and listen.

Lecture only class with no book. I took this class in 2004 and is still the material I remember the most. I had to take it twice and it is a hard "weed out" class but also very interesting.

Loved art history, loved the teacher, learned a lot even though my grade didn't reflect this because Dr. Cunnally's exams were so hard. Not sure one could study enough for his classess. So much material!

I really liked his class and tho I only got a B I feel like I learned alot

All the information needed for tests is given on WebCT, so honestly even though attendance is required and the tests are intense, getting a good grade just requires a lot of memorization. Really not that difficult.

Dr. Cunnally is a difficult professor, but if I could marry him, I would.

The exams are difficult and the attendance policy is extremely strict. Regardless, this was my favorite class EVER. He seamlessly ties together art, architecture, culture and philosophy into an entertaining hour. Coming out of this class, I have actually learned and retained knowledge that I plan on using in the future.

The exams are difficult and the attendance policy is extremely strict. Regardless, this was my favorite class EVER. He seamlessly ties together art, architecture, culture and philosophy into an entertaining hour. Coming out of this class, I have actually learned and retained knowledge that I plan on using in the future.

All student's rating Cunnally low are sour because he made them work hard. YOU CAN'T SLACK IN HIS CLASSES BUT YOU WILL LEARN! Unlike many college courses Art 292 was interesting and I took things from it I will learn. I am smarter from it but prepare to study hard or get your ass kicked. No Bullshit in his class.

The grade is determined by a few projects and the tests. He has a "different" sense of humor which was amusing at times but it doesn't make up for how hard the tests are and how strictly he grades them. You will have to work hard to succeed in this class and will learn but it will be by your own doing. If you are taking this as a gen ed avoid him.

Difficult class, I learned quite a bit but overall he is a hard professor. You must come to class or you will stand no chance at his tests, as long as you work hard and put the time in it's manageable to get a decent grade in his class.

Not for the faint of heart. Don't miss class. Write down every word he says, and enjoy the Cunnally moments. Make flash cards with your notes and memorize everything he said about each slide. He inspired me to minor in art history, despite the obvious lack of jobs that would lead to. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll be Cunnally-ed.

This class has a CRAZY amount of work involved. DO NOT TAKE DURING THE SUMMER! You have to write a one page paper on EVERY lecture, a three page paper once a week, peer review other students papers weekly, create and give an oral presentation, and write 3 four page research papers. You do learn a ton, but it's at a steep price for your sanity.

Dr. Cunnally is consistently one of my favorite professors. His lectures are extraordinarily composed, often connecting subjects in a curious manner. That being said, be prepared to work hard. My first class with him was freshman year 1st semester. For the first time in my life I had to study, but its the most I've learned from a single course.

I took DSN S 183 and 384 with Professor Cunnally. I didn't like 183 but he is really amazing with upper level classes. There is no doubt that his tests are very difficult but you learn so much and he is hilarious! He is hands down one of the best teachers I have ever had. He is for students that are up for a challenge and who actually want to learn

Professor Cunnally gets bad comments because he has high expectations of his students. If you plan on putting in low amounts of effort in this class it WILL KILL YOU. However, his teaching style is engaging, extremely entertaining, and totally worth the gauntlet that is his class. Those who hate him, hate work. Simple as that.

John gets a bad rep because of how long his lectures are and how detail oriented he is on his quizzes. That is why I respect him and am taking two more of his classes. He is so knowledgable about art history and really goes in depth about the topics. If you don't like to actually learn, then don't take his classes.

There is a lot of work in this class, but all of the information is really interesting. Just make sure to set aside a couple hours a week on homework and weekly quizzes. There are no exams, but there are papers due every two weeks roughly.

Cunnally knows what he is talking about, pretty sure he has a photographic memory, but this isn't an easy class. You need to pay attention, and don't hold back on details, there's no such thing as too detailed in terms of quiz/test answers. Expect to put a lot of time into the class. Recommend starting to study for the final exam at week three.

John is the best lecturer I've had at Iowa state. He has a way of weaving stories together that reveal connection you never saw before, he makes you see the cultural complexity in some of the completely mundane objects in our lives. If you miss any classes it will affect your grade. You kinda gotta bomb the first test in order to be ready for rest.

JC is one of the most respected art historians at ISU. That being said, he expects high quality work from all of his students. There is a steep learning curve for his aggressive teaching style, but it is for the best. If you take yourself and your studies seriously, you'll learn to appreciate how much you take away from the thoughtful lectures.

I took history of comics online so I was able to access lectures for quizzes. There's a lot of work, three quizzes a week, a short paper each week over a chapter in a graphic novel and a weekly forum post. There's also a big paper where you also have to respond to two other classmates paper. It's a pretty fun class though but its a lot of work!

Classes definitely oriented towards those who have a hunger to learn.

One of my favorite classes I have taken, but VERY homework heavy. If you're actually interested in the content of the course, the assignments are pretty easy.