4.7

Judy Newell

Mathematics - SMU - Southern Methodist University

4.7
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
95%
Would Retake
157
Reviews
4.7
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
4.7
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

95%

Would Retake

157

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Professor Newell was amazing

1337 - 5.0 rating

She explains very well

1337 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

46%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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95% confidence
Based on 75 grades
Most common grades:
A (37)
A+ (15)
B (8)
Grade Distribution
A(52)B(9)C(6)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(8)
Based on 78 reported grades
A: 37
A+: 15
B: 8
A-: 5
Common Tags
Caring (45)
Respected (29)
Accessible outside class (20)
Clear grading criteria (18)
Lecture heavy (14)
Gives good feedback (13)
Skip class? You won't pass. (13)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (11)
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Ratings by Course

1337

5.0

(5)

PRECALC

5.0

(2)

MATH

5.0

(1)

FINITE

5.0

(2)

CALC2301

5.0

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+17 more courses
Difficulty by Course

CALC1217

4.0

1309

3.0

MATH

3.0

1337

2.4

BUSINESSCALC

2.4

Reviews (157)
5.0
2.0
MATH1304
Mar 25, 2002

Way cool professor. She's always happy and ready to teach.

5.0
2.0
MATH1304
Jan 8, 2003

Best teacher I've had in a long time!

5.0
2.0
MATH1304
Nov 18, 2003

Professory Newell is a great teacher, always ready to teach and makes the class fun. Still young enough to relate to us as students and smart enough to be able to relay the information in a straight forward easy to understand manner.

5.0
2.0
PRECALC
May 17, 2004

Mrs. Newell is awesome and so nice and easy to work with. Definately take classes from her!

5.0
3.0
MATH1304
Nov 30, 2004

She is always smiling and willing to help. She loves to answer you questions and never makes you feel dumb. I really recommend her class.

5.0
1.0
PRECAL
Jan 31, 2005

Very easy class, just know the material she gives you the class before the test- it is the test- easy to make A

5.0
3.0
MATH
Grade: B-
Sep 4, 2005

She's always ready to teach, helps outside of class, and is always friendly.

5.0
2.0
FINITE
Sep 11, 2005

Very cool and laid back Professor

5.0
1.0
FINITE
Dec 8, 2005

she's a great and helpful teacher. i loved her class. everyone should take her!

4.0
1.0
PRECAL
Dec 14, 2005

Do the reviews and you have your grade.

3.0
2.0
BUSINESSCALC
Mar 26, 2006

Very unorganized notes and messes up on examples a lot, but the class is pretty easy if you had a good pre-cal teacher. I would recommend Seets over Newell.

3.0
2.0
BIZCALC
Apr 20, 2006

She lectures faster than it is possible to write, but you will get out of class early. this is what I learned... review + different numbers = test

4.0
2.0
MATH1302
Nov 13, 2006

I loved her

4.0
1.0
MATH1303
Dec 12, 2006

This class is very easy if you do the Reviews she gives you for the Tests. I loved her she is so nice.

5.0
2.0
MATH1304
Apr 16, 2007

great teacher, clear methods and very easy as long as you go to class and take notes of every single problem... quizzes are taken home and test are just like the quizzes... I would recommend her... SHE S GREAT!

5.0
1.0
MATH1303
Oct 22, 2007

One word - EASY

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Nov 28, 2007

Great teacher! Her notes are directly related to the quizzes and the reviews are almost identical to the tests! I would highly recommend this class! One of the easiest classes I have ever taken...

5.0
1.0
CALC2301
Dec 18, 2007

Great professor! always willing to help and her reviews are awesome

5.0
2.0
MATH1307
Apr 29, 2008

Awesome professor that wants you to succeed! Can make a good grade if you just do the work and study for the tests!

5.0
1.0
MATH1304
Sep 22, 2008

Awesome teacher! Easy if you study!!

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Oct 21, 2008

The easiest class I'll probably take in college. I haven't done a single non-mandatory homework, nor have I taken a single note and I have a 98 currently.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Jan 13, 2009

I didnt open my book a single time all semester and finished with a 97. Doesnt collect homework and quizes are take home (and she drops the lowest 2). Average class time was about 25 minutes, because she covers the material in a very straight forward way and writes 10000 miles per hour. Great, easy class!

5.0
1.0
PRECALC
Apr 10, 2009

Took Ms. Newell's class Spring 2008. She is a great professor and a very nice lady.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Nov 4, 2009

Ms. Newell is great! Notes are well-written, clear, and very helpful. Homework is not checked nor required; just weekly quizzes. Do and understand the test reviews and you're set to ace the class; tests are exactly like the review! Newell is helpful and very friendly! Keep up attendance, and she'll bump your final average!

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Mar 2, 2010

Absolutely the best professor I have ever had. Makes it very difficult to get below an A. No mandatory HW.

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Apr 22, 2010

Great professor. Not much else to say.

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Jun 8, 2010

Great teacher, she was extremely helpful, especially if you visit her office hours. She also memorizes student's faces so make sure to attend class. She took great notes and her reviews were exactly like the test.

5.0
4.0
CALC1337
Nov 5, 2010

She is helpful regardless of whether you are smart at math or not. Very nice, and easy to talk to about tests or homework. The material is presented very well, and she makes it easy.

5.0
1.0
MATH1301
Nov 12, 2010

She is like a sweet grandmother. So nice, and class is so big you can get sometime to sign you in and not go. Only bad thing is a lot of take home quizzes. But we never did our own quizzes.

5.0
1.0
MATH1304
Nov 13, 2010

Super super sweet, pretty clear, but you'll have to pay close attention to keep up with her pace. She clearly knows what she's teaching & loves teaching it. Very helpful if you go to her office hours. Exams reviews are basically identical to the tests (format wise) I recommend her!

5.0
2.0
CALC1309
Nov 14, 2010

Grandma Judy is one of the best profs you can ever have at SMU. Even if your only option to take her class is at 8am it is WORTH it! She is extremely helpful during office hours and I actually looked forward to going to math. She does look at the sign in sheet and compare signatures, but you usually get out 20 min early from class, so just GO :D

5.0
1.0
CALC1309
Nov 15, 2010

She is incredibly helpful with any questions you have. Take home quizzes generally once a week but if you're stumped go into her office hours and she will do it with you for a guaranteed A. Tests are exactly like her review sheet so know that and you're set for an A in the class. She adds points to your overall grade if you don't miss much class!

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Dec 26, 2010

Newell is simply the best. She doesn't make things complicated, and isn't tricky with her questions. Also, her reviews are identical to the test. AND she's amazingly helpful in her office hours. I learned so much and made an A... really, she's a must-take.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Feb 1, 2011

BEST TEACHER EVER!

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Nov 10, 2011

I had absolutely no background in calc and I was still able to do well. Take home quizzes are the only "hw" you need to do and you only need to study the reviews to prepare for the tests. She is friendly and approachable in helping with the take home quizzes or anything else. This 8 am is worth it, plus there is no such thing as a pop quiz.

5.0
2.0
MATH1304
Dec 8, 2011

Had her for precalculu. The only bad thing I can say about Mrs. Newell is that she teaches VERY FAST. Other than that, she's very friendly and approachable. :)

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Dec 8, 2011

Grandma Judy Newell was just voted as one of the top 3 professors at SMU. Very true in every sense of the world. Attend every class, (she will drop 3 quiz grades, also will boost your final grade). She talks fast but is clear. Easily the best math professor at SMU.

5.0
1.0
MATH1304
Dec 9, 2011

BEST TEACHER EVER!!!! She explains things very clear and is a teacher who will actually put in the extra effort to see her student excel. I haven't taken math in 4 years and I did great! she was always willing to help. Def hard to get in her class since shes so good!

5.0
1.0
MATHCALC
Dec 12, 2011

Mrs. Newell is like my second mom. She is the sweetest lady you'll ever meet. I loved her class so much that I decided to take with her next semester too just because she's so fun. Does not trick you, and tests are straightforward. I am just in love with this lady!

5.0
1.0
MATH1303
Apr 12, 2012

I had her for pre-calc and she was great. Tests are just like review and she is helpful, fun, and nice. If you have the option to take her, do it!

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Apr 15, 2012

Seriously the sweetest professor. She is very understanding and helpful, although she may move a little too fast during some lectures. Take this class. It is fairly easy if you have some sort of understanding for basic math.

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
May 10, 2012

Professor Newell is one of the best calc professors at SMU. There is never any kind of surprise on exams and all of the quizzes are take home. She tells you exactly what you need to know and the only difference between the review and the exam is that she changes the numbers. Having class at 8am twice a week is worth it.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
May 23, 2012

Very sweet lady, and helpful. However, I did not like her "use" of class time. Mrs. Newell rushed through problems just so our 50-minute MWF lecture class could get out early. We were often let out of class after just 20 minutes! Math does not come easy for me and I would only recommend this class for those looking for a refresher course.

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Jun 14, 2012

Very sweet woman. Makes calculus simple to understand. If you attend class and take good notes, you don't need the book. Quizzes are take home and tests are structured exactly like the review (HIGHLY recommend you go to the review sessions!). No mandatory h/w. She also brings in her cute dog sometimes. She's a precious and kind woman. Recommended.

5.0
1.0
CALC1309
Jul 7, 2012

Seriously an angel, so sweet and makes sure you understand. does a thorough review before each test and the test is just like the review. best professor in the math department. and you can hang with her dog

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Oct 26, 2012

Best prof I've had at SMU, really loves what she teaches and understands that not everyone is a math genius or cares to be one. Tells great stories and brings her dog to class! No mandatory hw, take home quizzes, and the tests are practically identical to the review! Even the worst math students will walk out with an A with the slightest effort!

5.0
1.0
MATH1307
Nov 9, 2012

I am an art student, and it was a great class to take in order to fulfill the credits of the university. Understands that not everyone is interested in math, but also understands that some is necessary to learn. Very clear, concise, and sweet. Class generally ends early. Take-home quizzes and tests are very easy, just like the review. Take her!

5.0
2.0
MATH1307
Dec 11, 2012

AMAZING professor! I have never been good at math in my life, and she made it enjoyable to go to class. Its extremely easy to get an A in this class and I would Highly suggest it, especially for Arts majors and Sports people. She understands scheduling and respects your art/sport.

5.0
1.0
MATH1307
Jan 25, 2013

Judy Newell is the GREATEST teacher at SMU, she even will bring her dog to class and I this sweetest lady. She is super easy if you know how to do the study guide! You will make an A if you go to class and know how to do the study guide! Get her as your teacher!

4.0
2.0
BUSINESSCALC
Mar 21, 2013

She is really nice! Examples in class help with quizzes. Test reviews are pretty much the test. She will help a lot onquizzes if you go to office hours. Gives you extra points on grade if you have high attendance. Brings her dog sometimes! Goes fast through lecture sometimes, but let out early often.

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Jun 1, 2013

Amazing teacher.

5.0
2.0
MATH1307
Jun 9, 2013

Really good lectures, easy to learn from. Funny too!

5.0
1.0
MATH1303
Nov 8, 2013

OBSESSED WITH HER! She is so nice, so helpful! She brings her golden retriever to class sometimes. The study guides are exactly the test, she just changes the numbers. VERY easy A!

4.0
1.0
MATH1303
Nov 19, 2013

Love her. Don't ever go to class and have a 95, you just need to do the quizzes, take the 4 tests, and have your friends sign you in. She isn't the best teacher because she is unclear and goes fasts but if you go into her she explains everything. The material isn't difficult and she is an easy A. Great for people who struggle in math.

5.0
1.0
MATH1303
Nov 25, 2013

Go to class! Go to office hours! Best teacher I have ever had. Is very understanding. Loves to help and wants to get to know her students. Do your work and you will be great.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Dec 23, 2013

As long as you go to class you should be okay. I went to her office hours as often as possible and this course was enjoyable. She is a wonderful teacher and a very kind women. Highly recommend.

5.0
2.0
MATH2301
Jan 15, 2014

Prof Newell is great she's really helpful and her test are exactly like the exams however during lecture be prepared to take notes quickly because she talk EXTREMELY fast other then that its not that hard to pull at least a B

5.0
1.0
MATH1303
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2014

Professor Newell is a wonderful teacher. Her notes are very clear, and she is willing to help students a lot outside the class. Quizzes are take home, and tests are very similar to the review sheets she gives you! She is one of the best math teachers I have ever had! Sometimes she brings her adorable dog to class to make it more fun!

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Jun 3, 2014

One of the best professors at SMU. Go in for office hours and she will help you do the quizzes. Go to class around the holidays because she gives out a bonus quiz. Really sweet lady, and she's always willing to help you out. She sometimes brings her dog to class, too.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Jul 5, 2014

Sweetest and most helpful teacher I've had at SMU. I had her for Pre-cal in the fall and then calculus for May term. Couldn't have asked for a better teacher. She is a professor who genuinely wants to help her students and is so willing and kind to every one in her classes. Anyone needing to take pre cal or calculus definitely needs to take her

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Oct 30, 2014

Imagine that your grandma knows calculus. Now imagine her teaching it to you very clearly. You just imagined Judy Newell. She is a very sweet lady and all of her quizzes are on blackboard, you just bring them in already done. She is helpful in office hours as well. Also I would bet she makes some pretty amazing cookies.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Dec 11, 2014

Take her. Sign up now!! Almost a guaranteed A, if you show up to 95% of classes, show up on review days, and show up to office hours every once in a while. Mrs. Newell is a great math teacher.

5.0
2.0
1337
Dec 26, 2014

Professor Newell was amazing! She is there for her students! She is straighforward in telling you what she wants on each test. Before each test she gives out a review and if you can do the review well, you should have no problem on her tests. If you go into office hours, she will love you even more! Sweet woman! I would definitely recommend her to anyone!

5.0
1.0
1309
Grade: C-
Jan 21, 2015

GREAT TEACHER, TAKE HER AND U WILL BE HAPPY. GO TO OFFICE HOURS, SHE GIVES BONUS QUIZ

5.0
3.0
1337
Grade: A+
Apr 3, 2015

TAKE HER! She explains very well! She drops 4 quizzs. If you need further explanation, she is happy to answer them in her office. She gives practice tests before the exam which are very helpful to get you an A. Very nice and helpful! You will NOT regret taking her class. You must pass if you take her class. Don't miss classes or you'll fall behind

5.0
2.0
1309
Apr 30, 2015

Professor Newell is amazing. If you can take her, take her because it doesn't get better than her. Simple as that.

5.0
2.0
CALC1
May 4, 2015

Great lady. Go t office hours and she will explain anything. Pay attention to what she says in class and you will make an A with some studying before the tests. Sweet lady.

5.0
3.0
MATH1337
Grade: C
May 6, 2015

She is great. The tests really do make or break your grade. You have a quiz grade (all take home quizzes, basically homework) but it is 10% of your grade so not necessarily enough to save it if you don't do well on tests. She is more than willing to help you and is always available.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
May 7, 2015

Great Teacher for Business Math. Gives extra credit at end if you attend classes. Best bet for Math teacher.

5.0
2.0
1309
Grade: A-
May 8, 2015

She's a great lady and easy teacher, but if you actually want to learn math I would avoid. She teaches a systematic pattern to solving problems, not actual problem solving techniques. If you need to take a math class for you major, take her. If you want to learn math, look elsewhere. Don't buy the textbook. Tests count for most of the grade.

5.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: C-
Sep 7, 2015

I took Mrs. Newell's Precalculus class after not having taken a math course in 2 years. Professor Newell can make anyone learn math! She's that good! Take-home weekly quizzes are your "homework" and thorough test reviews are always given before exams. Study your quizzes and reviews and you'll be set!

5.0
3.0
MATH1303
Dec 15, 2015

prof newell is easily one of the best teachers i have ever had in my life. i am terrible at math, but she made it manageable and was very patient and helpful to me. if you go to office hours she will explain everything and be very patient and understanding. TAKE HER CLASS!!!!!! *go to class because she gives you hints about test questions

5.0
1.0
MATH1337
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2016

Great teacher. Quizzes are take home and she drops 4 lowest quiz grades at the end of semester. If you study her tests are an easy A. The final is not difficult. She takes attendance every class.

5.0
3.0
CALC1337
Grade: A
Jan 20, 2016

She's honestly so nice! Make sure you go to her office hours. She will make sure that your quiz answers are right and let you know what you don't need off of the test review. Don't skip too often, it wont be great for your grade. Great teacher; she's like your grandma.

5.0
1.0
CALC1337
Grade: A
Apr 12, 2016

attendance is required with a sign in sheet, but she doesnt care what you do in class. homework assignments are optional but there are 10-12 take home quizzes throughout the semester, if you go to her she will give you the answers for the quizzes. Do the review before each test (4)and DEFINITELY do the review before the final and you will get an A.

5.0
2.0
MATH1301
Grade: A-
Apr 14, 2016

She is a great teacher who wants you to do well and she also is a great person. I love her stories and how friendly and nice she is with her students

5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2016
Would take again

Great professor who cares about her students. Tests are not bad, if you know the study guide she gives inside and out you will make an A. Final is not hard either, just put in a few hours of studying for it and you'll probably get a good grade. Always helps when you go to her office hours, take home quizzes are easy if you take good notes in class.

5.0
1.0
CALC1337
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

Take Judy! awesome lady and tests are easy if you do the review. makes calc easy and understandable. also there are take home quizzes you can check with her in office hours before you turn them in

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH1303
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

The first time I took pre-calc in high school I got a C, but with Professor Newell, I finished with an A. Her lectures do tend to be fast-paced but they're still easy to understand--and if not, she's always willing to help at office hours. If you have perfect attendance, she'll boost your lowest test grade. Her stories are also hilarious.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
MATH1337
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

I love Mrs. Newell! She is so clear in lectures and knows everyone by name. If you ever have questions, she answers them as best as she can. I am a math major and I asked her about career opportunities and she sat and talked with me and gave me examples. She even recommended who to take for my upper level math!

Amazing lectures
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: B
Apr 20, 2017
Would take again

My view may be slightly tainted because of my severe math aversion. Class moves really fast so I never really knew what was going on. Time moved really slowly. She obviously is a master in what she teaches. I just wish her office hours didn't conflict with my other classes. She is very helpful the time i could make it

Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

If you have a chance to take professor Newell for Calculus, definitely take her. I had her for Business Precalculus and Business Calculus. She's very clear with her grading criteria, gives awesome notes and examples so you know what to expect, is super helpful during her office hours, and is an all around great person and teacher!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
May 7, 2017
Would take again

Professor Newell has very respectable expectations of her students. She enters class every day and begins lecture whether her students are ready or not! However, she is very helpful outside of class and there are no surprises on the exams. If you do the quizzes and take good notes, you will get an A.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH1337
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 11, 2017
Would take again

Prof Newell is the BEST! She's such a sweet lady. The first day of class she makes everything extremely clear for what the semester will hold. Quizzes are take home and you can drop 4. She'll add extra points to the lowest test grade for good attendance. Really helpful in office hours if concepts are confusing.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
MATH1303
Nov 26, 2017
Would take again

Great professor. Very nice and will help you outside of class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH1309
Nov 28, 2017
Would take again

TAKE NEWELL! She brings her sweet dog to class, her lectures are clear, the review is almost the same as the test, she tells you what each question on the test will be the class before (so dont skip it), and she doesnt make you take the final if you have a 95 avg. Take it from someone who always got Bs in math and is leaving with a high A.

Respected
Caring
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MATH1307
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Easiest math class at SMU, and sweetest professor who wants everyone to get a good grade. 10 quizzes throughout the semester that are all done in groups, 4 tests that are only about 10 questions each and word for word the study guide. All homework answers are posted online. Final is open book/notes, but 94% and above are exempt from the final.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH1337
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2017
Would take again

Professor Newell presents as a kindly Texan grandmother who just happens to be a math whiz. Expect 14 take-home quizzes (4 of which she drops), 4 exams, and 1 comprehensive final. Homework is available, but is not part of your grade. A few points will be added back to your lowest exam if you do well on the final and your attendance is above 90%.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH1337
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

The best professor I have ever met. I skipped classes several times but she still gave me an A.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
4.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Judy is a really nice lady and likes to help you when you ask. She moves kind of quick through her lectures.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: A-
Jun 7, 2018
Would take again

Hilarious, warm, caring! Lovely person, super helpful in office hours (she tells wonderful stories) but that being said her lectures were too fast to follow so A TON of people had tutors, bc you cant learn a lot during the lecture. If you study tests arent bad. She says final is meant to boost grade but really it just kinda stays the same.

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
MATH1337
Grade: B
Jul 3, 2018
Would take again

I failed calc TWICE before taking her summer class, then made a B! She breaks down the material into easily digestible material and focuses on the actual math instead of abstract theories. Take-home quizzes that shell help you on during or after class, or during office hours. Tests are straight-forward, and she tells you exactly what to expect.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MATH1307
Grade: C
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

One of the best professors at SMU. The only reason I got a C was because I had awful attendance. If you have a 94% average at the end of the semester she does not make you take the final and a 94 is so easy to get if you just show up. All homework answers are posted and she gives reviews for test that are exactly the same as the test. TAKE HER!!!!!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH1337
Nov 29, 2018
Would take again

Homework isn't required, quizzes are take-home, and tests are very similar to the reviews she gives. Go to her office hours if you're having any trouble. She is very helpful.

5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher! If you have the option to take her, definitely do! She makes it her goal for everyone in the class to do well, so she explains concepts extremely clearly, gives several take-home quizzes to boost your grade, and is lenient with her grading on tests too! Definitely an awesome teacher!

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH1307
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

Super easy A, if you just need a math credit take her class. Super sweet lady!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2018
Would take again

Easy class. The test reviews are exactly like the tests. The tests are 10 questions. Gives extra credit if your attendance is high. If you have a 95% or above test average you do not have to take the final. Quizzes are all take home and can be done with other people. Homework is optional and is not graded.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
CALC1309
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

Professor Newell is the best professor I had this semester! She is so genuine and really cares about her students success. She relates her lectures to real life scenarios and she tells lots of fun stories. She is always willing to help outside of class and offer life/college advice. I would highly recommend professor Newell to any student.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

She is the sweetest!! Super easy class, she really wants you to succeed. There are 4 10 question tests that are identical to the study guides, 12 take home quizzes, optional homework, and you don't have to take the final if your test average is 95% or higher. If you have 95% or higher in attendance she gives you points back on your lowest test!

Caring
4.0
3.0
CALC1337
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

HW assignments due 1-2x a week. 3 Tests & a final. As long as you show up to class and study a little you will do fine. She is very straightforward as to what will be on the test.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH1309
Mar 22, 2019
Would take again

Make sure you ask questions during the test because she'll help you figure out where you went wrong if you're on the right path. No homework, but biweekly quizzes that aren't easy and count for a good amount. Tests are the majority of your grade.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: B
Apr 24, 2019
Would take again

she's an angel. sooo caring all you have to do is show up and go see her if you need extra help.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH1309
May 19, 2019
Would take again

Lovely lady! Show up to classes and focus than you will pass easily! Best Professor in SMU. Ask questions if you not clear about knowledge, she will be very happy to answer.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
May 23, 2019
Would take again

Judy is an absolute gem and the best prof at SMU. take her if you can.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH1337
Grade: A+
Jun 29, 2019
Would take again

TAKE THIS CLASS! I am horrible at math but she makes everything clearer especially during office hours. She is the sweetest lady you will ever meet and genuinely cares about all of her students. Always ask questions during tests or about the take home quizzes you have because she will always tell you where you went wrong.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
CALC1309
Grade: A
Jul 10, 2019
Would take again

Judy is a literal angel take her class if you get a chance. She is always helpful during her office hours and wants her students to succeed. My only complaint is that she can move through the class very quickly, but this is offset by her fairly easy tests and flexible grading.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
CALC1309
Grade: A+
Nov 7, 2019
Would take again

She is my favorite professor at SMU! The sweetest lady and so great to talk to. If you go to her office hours she will give you a lot of answers for things as well as the exact information on the tests. Take her!!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2019
Would take again

literally the best class I have taken at SMU. Tests are very straightforward and directly based off the review (she basically just changes the numbers but the problem is the same). She is an actually engaging and dun prof, def recomened to anyone who wants an easier math course

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
MATH1309
Nov 18, 2019
Would take again

Professor Newell is so sweet and the class is really simple. The only downside is that she goes through the material in class quickly.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2019
Would take again

If I could give her a 6.0 I would. Literal Angel. She is by far the nicest math teacher I have ever had. She is an unbelievable professor and she is extremely helpful in explaining concepts both during and outside of class. Tests were the exact same questions as the review questions. Half the class got exempt from the final. Wants you to succeed.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
3.0
CALC1309
Apr 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I don't know how her rating is so high. She blows through explaining things so quickly you can't take notes or think, other people on here don't make it look like a big deal but it is horrible. Everyone I know in class fully agrees. Also, she always is expecting the whole class to cheat and is VERY stingy about it. She takes it to the extreme.

5.0
2.0
CALC1337
May 1, 2020
Would take again

Professor Newell is an amazing teacher and I would highly recommend taking her for any math. The homework load is the same as any other math teacher at SMU, but she makes sure to teach what is necessary. Also, surprisingly for a math class, her lectures are interesting and fun, and she once brought her golden retriever puppy with her to class!

Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
May 12, 2020
Would take again

Never considered myself a big math guy, but she made calc as painless as possible. If you have trouble on a quiz, just go to office hours and she'll help and give you a 100 on the spot. Tests are all very similar to the reviews. Must go to class though. Her pacing can be kinda weird sometimes but she is willing to clear things up. Definitely take.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
4.0
4.0
CALC1309
Grade: B+
May 16, 2020
Would take again

Professor Newell is an AWESOME teacher. I can't emphasize enough about how stressed I was to take this class because I do not have a mind for math. If you want a good grade, you MUST do all the quizzes, understand the study guides, and GO TO OFFICE HOURS. If you make yourself known to her, she will give you her old tests. Good luck!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MATH1337
Grade: A+
Jul 3, 2020
Would take again

Mrs. Newell is the best math professor, so nice!! She will help outside of class during her office hours if you don't understand. There are take-home quizzes for each section, but you can ask for help. There are three tests and a final, all manageable if you study. Homework every class and even though it's not due for a grade, it helps to study.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
MATH1304
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 16, 2020
Would take again

This class is a very basic math class. She puts examples on the board for notes and she goes through the steps. You are expected to turn in the weekly (sometimes bi-weekly) quizzes which are not taken in class and done on your own time. The test are hard but if you study using the quizzes and practice tests you will do well.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2020
Would take again

Judy is amazing!! Her lectures are pretty good, although she goes pretty fast, but going to her office hours is a life-saver!! She truly cares about helping her students make an A, and is just the sweetest person in general!!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2020
Would take again

She really is the goat. If you can, try and get her for Business Calc. Really wants you to do well and is a gem.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
CALC1309
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2020
Would take again

Take Prof Newell for Business Calc! Such a sweet woman who really wants her students to succeed. Study guides are exactly like tests. If you do the study guides and extra problems, you won't even need to study for tests. She is always available for office hours and her lectures are very informative. 10/10.

Lecture heavy
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
MATH1337
Grade: A+
Dec 22, 2020
Would take again

Judy is a real QUEEN. She has weekly quizzes that were easy and if you attend her office hours she will automatically give you a 100 if you attend. I would 100000% take her if you can. She will go over test questions during lectures occasionally.

Respected
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MATH1337
Grade: A+
Dec 22, 2020
Would take again

This is the kind of professor you should really rearrange your entire schedule for to make sure you can take her class. Dr. Newell is so kind and genuinely cares about her students. If you go to office hours for the quizzes, she will give you 100 on them. The tests are similar to the study guides, so if you prepare, you will succeed. Favorite prof!

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
Caring
4.0
2.0
MATH1309
Jan 6, 2021
Would take again

Very good choice for Business Calculus. Kind lady who runs a very straightforward class. Weekly quizzes and a very test heavy class. Reviews were very similar to tests. Attendance wasn't mandatory whatsoever, in a COVID year at least. Probably the best Business Calculus professor you can take.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Newell is a great math teacher. She explains concepts very clearly and goes over review questions before the tests that are identical in format to the actual test. If your test average is higher than a 95, you don't need to take the final, which so many students end up being able to do. Definitely recommend her for Business Calculus

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
CALC1337
Grade: B+
Apr 23, 2021
Would take again

Professor Newell is the absolute sweetest and overall an incredible professor. Definitely recommend taking her for calc 1.

Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: B
May 20, 2021
Would take again

Professor Newell is one of the kindest teachers I have ever had. Failed the first test but managed to get As and Bs on the next three. Tests make up 60% of your grade, with 12 Homework assignments worth 10% and the final worth 30%. Go to office hours and this class will become a lot easier.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2021
Would take again

Sometimes, she can write down notes very quickly, but other than that, she's so sweet and wants her students to do well. Her tests are pretty much IDENTICAl to her study guide, and her "quizzes" are basically take home.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Aug 24, 2021
Would take again

She is the best professor you can take at SMU. Her class is really easy, and if you go to office hours she will review the quizzes with you, and give you a 100. Best choice for calculus at SMU.

Respected
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH1304
Grade: A
Oct 25, 2021
Would take again

Judith Newell is one of the best math professors I have ever encountered! Her quizzes are exactly like her test and. You don't need to worry about questions that aren't taught during lectures that might appear on the exam. She is also very kind and does not waste her time. She will write down notes very fast, so you better have your full attention.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Nov 5, 2021
Would take again

Great professor, if you have taken any calc class in the past this class will be relatively easy. Very kind genuinely see she loves teaching, and math. Highlight of my week was her class.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
2.0
4.0
CALC1217
Grade: B
Nov 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Crazy how this professor has such a high rating. She goes unbelievably fast, explains info poorly, and doesn't take time to look around the room to take questions. The test reviews are nearly identical to the test, but every other math professor teaching this course does the same. Unless math comes INCREDIBLY easy to you, don't take this class.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH1304
Nov 10, 2021
Would take again

She is super nice and her tests are just like the reviews. If you ask for help on a take home quiz, she is likely to explain it all the way and give you the answer. She teaches super fast, so you have to be prepared to take notes and keep up with her, she doesn't waste any time.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
2.0
CALC1309
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2021
Would take again

Professor Newell truly is a national treasure that needs to be protected. She moves quickly in her lectures, but is always available to go back and explain her process. Her office hours are a great resource if you don't full understand a concept. Quizzes are take-home, and she will help you on problems you don't understand. I highly recommend!

Respected
Lecture heavy
Caring
4.0
4.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

I highly recommend taking her class. She teaches way faster than I can keep up with, but all her quizzes are short and take home. I took all of mine to the tutoring center. Her tests look almost identical to the review so as long as you can do that you'll do great. Definitely don't buy the book, not useful.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

Professor Newell is a great teacher, but she goes really fast. Make sure to have a calculator with you so that you have a chance to be able to follow along. This class is easy as long as you take the time to understand the concepts and do the practice tests.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2021
Would take again

Such an amazing, kind, and funny teacher. The quizzes are all take home and the tests are very similar to the review (and you get 2 points of extra credit on the test if you do them). She teaches fast, but she posts all her lectures and notes online if anything is missed. The book is a waste of money, homework is optional, and attendance is taken.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: A-
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

No homework, extra credit practice tests which goes towards the test and it is exactly like the exam. It was a large class and she only lectured. She went very fast though and I had to learn everything outside of class but her class is very straightforward. Solid choice!

Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BUSINESSCALC
Grade: B
Mar 27, 2022
Would take again

I loved Professor Newell, but she does teach fast. She really cares about her students but she doesn't put up with kids skipping class. She isn't that picky about math and gives points wherever she can on exams. All homework is optional but there are take home quizzes. She is super helpful in office hours and will always take the time to teach you.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
4.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Mar 28, 2022
Would take again

Prof Newell is a great teacher of business calc. I had her first sem of freshman year and I learned not only the material but skills on how to use the ALEC and individual office hours. GO TO Judy's office hours, she genuinely cares about her students and will help you / recognize you in class. I hate math and she made me actually enjoy biz-calc

Caring
Accessible outside class
3.0
3.0
CALC1337
Mar 29, 2022
Would take again

She is very nice and a good teacher overall, however if you are not good at math, you will struggle. I took her class because of all the amazing reviews, but her lectures are so fast, there is no time to understand the material and most of the time I had to end up figuring it out myself. Her office hours are helpful though.

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
BUSINESSCALC
Grade: A
May 7, 2022
Would take again

Prof Newell is great! Explains things really well in class and is available for help outside of class, really nice and caring lady. Exams are just like homework questions so if you do them you will do well on the exams.

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
1337
Grade: A+
May 11, 2022
Would take again

BEST. PROFESSOR. EVER! She is very sweet and straightforward during lectures and would start writing notes very quickly (super quick, so you better pay attention). The tests are exactly like the take-home quizzes, so as long you understand the take-home quizzes, you are good to go!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
1337
Grade: A
May 13, 2022
Would take again

One of the best professors at SMU! Expectations are very clear and there usually are no surprises. If you study the exam reviews and the quizzes you'll do great. She is also very helpful in-office hours. She is very fair. Overall, Amazing!

Amazing lectures
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH1307
Grade: A
May 24, 2022
Would take again

Everyone I know loves Prof Newell! Her office hours are amazing, she is very kind, and she knows how to explain math to people who struggle with it.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BUSINESSCALC
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2022
Would take again

Professor Newell is a saint of a woman and makes calculus very easy to understand. You can tell she s very experienced due to how good she is at teaching concepts. This class was one of my few A's ive had in math classes.

Hilarious
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH1337
Grade: A
Nov 12, 2022
Would take again

Professor Newell is one of the best Math teachers! She is very good at explaining the content. Even though she teaches fast, you can return to her recorded videos. Also, her office hours are very helpful. I would highly recommend taking her class.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH1309
Grade: A+
Nov 29, 2022
Would take again

Super straightforward class. If you don't show up, you won't pass because every test review/quiz is gone over in entirety in class. She's great!

Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MATH1304
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2022
Would take again

Mrs. Judy is AMAZING! As long as you do the test reviews and see her during office hours, you will do perfectly fine on the unit tests/final exam. You just have to put in the work! The textbook she suggests is only for practice problems, which are not required. If you want the extra practice to review, just ask her for old tests or quizzes.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
1309
Grade: A-
Dec 6, 2022
Would take again

Great office hours and tests are very similar to the review. Pay attention in class and you'll be just fine.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
MATH1309
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

Professor Newell is the best! Her practice tests are exactly like the actual tests and if you put in the effort you should be able to do well. She is so sweet and wants her students to do well. She is always available to help and urges everyone to go to her office hours is you need help. Take her if you can!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
MATH1309
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Newell is the BEST. You can test out of the final with a 94 test average. She is so sweet and helpful. Homework is optional. Quizzes are take home. I think Spring 2022 is her last semester. Take her if you get the chance.

Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH1337
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2022
Would take again

Professor Newell was the best Calc professor I ever had. The take home quizzes are useful for studying for the tests, and the tests themselves are also similar to the study guide. Her lectures are clear to follow as well.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MATH1337
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 17, 2022
Would take again

Go, and thank LORD if you have her for your math class. She is an angel, and you are blessed to have her. No words can describe her uniqueness. BEST TEACHER IN SMU FOR SURE!!!!!!!

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH1304
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2022
Would take again

I love professor Newell! She is funny without trying and genuinely cares about her students. Professor Newell is very easy to understand and her course setup is very simple. If you struggle with math, I would highly recommend her. Her notes are mostly practice problems, so make sure you write down the things she says alongside what she writes.

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
1337
Grade: A+
May 11, 2023
Would take again

Her test reviews were exactly like her tests. She gave harder questions on the take-home quizzes. She is just quite generous with her grading and help in general.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
1309
Grade: C-
May 13, 2023

Her business calc is the only class I've ever gotten a C in... Take Adriana alceves if possible!!! Her office hours are always full and not much help, her ta did not speak English, and when I went to my personal tutor for help, she wouldn't give me credit for work because it wasn't the way she taught even if the answer was right.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1309
Grade: C
May 13, 2023

She is about to retire and does not care about her students anymore. Many times she did the work wrong, and kids in my class had to correct her. She is not accessible outside of class because her office hours are always too packed, so there's no point in going. her lectures are long, and she goes so fast that it goes in one ear and out the other!

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
CALC1309
Grade: B
Jul 12, 2023
Would take again

Solid professor, made me enjoy the course content even if I'm not a big Maths person.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Respected
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