2.8

Michelle Haskin

Geology - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

2.8
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
44%
Would Retake
106
Reviews
2.8
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
2.8
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

44%

Would Retake

106

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

16

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23

3

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2

29

1

21

What Students Say

I pass/failed the class

GEOL105 - 2.0 rating

She would over explains things to the point of boredom

GEOL101 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

62%

Textbook Required

33%

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Based on 88 reported grades
A: 28
A-: 15
B: 12
Not sure yet: 12
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Group projects (35)
EXTRA CREDIT (27)
Lecture heavy (21)
Lots of homework (18)
Tough grader (17)
Participation matters (14)
Clear grading criteria (13)
Caring (13)
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Reviews (106)
2.0
4.0
GEOL105
Nov 11, 2015

This class seems stupidly easy in the beginning- like basic middle school geology. But the exams are absurd and you'll have no idea what she's asking for, even though you know all the content entirely. After exams you'll be so confused. She's friendly enough, doesn't take attendance, and doesn't give homework. You can survive without the book.

4.0
1.0
GEOL105
Nov 11, 2015

It's easy to do well because you have a bunch of group quizzes and even go over the multiple choice on a test with a group for part of the test grade. Easy to do well. Definitely more interesting then GEOL 101! She does like to use big words but overall good

4.0
4.0
GEOL105
Grade: B-
Jan 2, 2016

Very interesting class. Although I enjoyed going to lecture, it would get a bit boring since she just reads off powerpoints. The tests were much harder than anticipated, but you retake it with a group so your grade balances out. She also doesn't take attendance so it's your call to show up or not. Overall, she's pretty laid-back and class is fair.

2.0
4.0
GEOL105
Grade: B
Jan 2, 2016

Don't do this to yourself. This is not rocks for jocks. Exams are ridiculous, even if you could recite your notes by heart. She's friendly but not going to help you out if you have issues with review sessions, etc. She's a very harsh grader, and I don't know if she even proof reads exams. If you do fall for how easy it seems, USE THE OUTLINES.

2.0
2.0
GEOL105
Apr 1, 2016

STEM major with a 3.9 GPA here. I pass/failed the class. All of the content of the course is very easy, but the tests are designed for you to fail with awkwardly worded/trick questions. While the topic is interesting, I don't think think Michelle is any kind of genius and the class was a waste of my time.

3.0
3.0
GEOL110
Apr 13, 2016

Definitely not super knowledgable on the topic. She's a nice person but her lectures are so boring it's almost impossible to pay attention. She also tends to ramble and it often seems like she doesn't really know what she's talking about

3.0
5.0
GEOL105
Grade: C-
Apr 17, 2016

Taking a test in this class is just as painful as stepping on a Lego block, or hitting your toe on the edge of your bed. The wording on her tests is what makes it so hard. Even if you comprehend the baseline premise of the subject matter, you will be dumbfounded during the test.

4.0
4.0
GEOL105
Grade: C-
May 11, 2016

Do not be fooled by this class if you want an easy science class. The class was easier in the past but not anymore. The tests are tough and do not actually test your knowledge of the material, but how well you can remember the slides and notes from class. The final has a free response section that is completely different than any other exam.

3.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2016
Would take again

Professor Haskin is a pretty good professor, she tends to over explain things which gets boring, but she cares and wants you to learn. She is also excited about the subject which is nice. Do not expect a super easy A, but the class is not too hard. Pretty easy to get a B but you gotta put in a little extra elbow grease for the A.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
3.0
3.0
GEOL101
Apr 27, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She would over explains things to the point of boredom. This made it really difficult to stay engaged in class. But she definitely cares about geology and about her students and brings a lot of energy to the class.

4.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2017
Would take again

Haskin is very knowledgeable on all things Geology. She's pretty nice and cares about her students. Very lecture heavy and can get uber-boring towards the end of class. Gives lots of extra credit opportunities.

TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A-
Dec 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Her lectures are incredibly boring and she does not engage the class at all. She's a nice person but overexplains simple concepts to the point where it's painful. The material was not hard but I learned it all on my own outside of class. There are group quizzes and plenty of extra credit opportunities though.

Tough Grader
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ENEC202
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2017
Would take again

Haskin doesn't usually teach this course but I thought she did a good job! She is clear about expectations for tests and gives comprehensive study guides on each unit. A few extra credit points were offered for every test. Quizzes and part of tests are taken as a group, which improves your grades (usually).

Clear grading criteria
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Haskin was probably one of my most boring professors so far. The material really just takes a few minutes to learn, but she'll spend hours on simple concepts. Not that her class is easy either -- you can know all the material, but she words her tests just to stir confusion, and she won't explain the wording. Quizzes graded tough, but there's EC.

Tough Grader
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Incredibly boring lectures with occasional entertaining videos (sadly the best part of lecture). The content seems easy to understand at first but then gets over explained to the point of confusion. Found it difficult to keep up with the syllabus. Tests were extremely difficult, questions didnt make sense and relate nothing to the study guides.

Tough Grader
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2018
Would take again

Michelle was great and super nice. She knows a lot about geology, the lectures can be a little boring sometimes but that's mainly because of the subject (me and my friends thought it was interesting). The people that say this class is hard are the ones who put in 0 effort. It's very easy to get an A, Haskin gives a lot of chances to do well.

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
3.0
GEOL101
Sep 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

One of the worst professors that I've had at UNC. The sakai website is ridiculously unorganized and she expects way more work than any class I've ever taken. Pros: She gives detailed answers to questions, and is involved in the discussion forums. Cons: Everything else Maybe she's better in person, but WOULD NOT RECOMMEND her for online.

Participation matters
1.0
5.0
GEOL101
Oct 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This is the hardest class I've taken because the professor's tests are SO unnecessarily hard. She intentionally uses tricky wording and questions where you have to get multiple answers correct in order to get points. I read every word of every chapter, completed every study guide, participated in discussions and still didn't do well. Do NOT take.

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TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
GEOL101
Oct 17, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Unnecessarily hard professor. Her materials are disorganized, and whoever says she gives students many chances to succeed is just plain wrong. DO NOT even getting stuck with Haskin for this class; it was the worst way to get my science credit.

Tough Grader
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
Dec 5, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Haskin's nice and clearly cares about the material the material, by the way, is easy to understand but she makes the quizzes/tests unnecessarily difficult. The TA's are also rigorous graders. Don't listen to people saying that she gives multiple chances to do well; extra credit is only ever abt. 5 points. Take this with another prof if you can.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: B-
Dec 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This class is extremely difficult. She makes the material way more challenging than it needs to be. The class is an intro level and should not be as difficult as she makes it. If you can, take a different science. This class isn't even about rocks. This is coming from someone who really tries and cares about his grades.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

To get an A in this class, it requires a LOT of outside studying, but 40% of your grade is online quizzes, being in class, and group work. Know the notes WELL and study the assignments/evaluations to do well on exams. Haskin tends to over-explain simple concepts, but overall she is helpful and an extremely knowledgeable and approachable teacher.

Gives good feedback
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

Take her class online for an easy A!! She gives you in-depth study guides for the weekly quizzes, which are open-note. Tests are not bad if you study and there are a lot of assignments that make up your overall grade.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A-
Jan 7, 2019
Would take again

Haskin is a good professor who provides clear guidelines as to what she expects from her students. She provides plenty of extra credit and a lot of the class (and your grade) is centered around group work. While her exams are difficult, if you study 2-3 hours for the midterms and 5-6 hours for the final you should be able to get at least an 85.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
GEOL101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Do not take!! Professor Haskin is an extremely tough grader. It seems as if she is out to get all of her students, the average on her first exam was a 50, and she fails to provide clear guidelines to assignments. She will not be considerate if you have personal troubles out of class. Avoid this class at all costs.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: C
Dec 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Talks too much and cant cover content and then we test on it anyways because she wants to pretend to cover the content. Rude over email. GPA tanked.

Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
GEOL101005
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2020
Would take again

Professor Haskin is very patient and supportive. She would like to help her students succeed. The three short-answered exams are not easy, but she offers you plenty of extra credit opportunities to boost your grade. Overall, I've enjoyed taking her course. She is one of the best professors I've met at UNC so far.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
May 4, 2020
Would take again

Haskin is great! To be honest I hardly tried and got the highest grade in the class with a 100. As long as you do the work you will be fine, and if you already have a solid understanding of plate tectonics and whatnot, you can do homework in class. Attendance is taken through PollEv, and there is group wor but she gives extra credit for each exam!

Accessible outside class
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: C
Nov 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you need a science cred, don't take with Haskin. She's a nice prof, but difficult and boring course. Not very sympathetic to the struggles of online learning. If you're interested in geology, she does put in a lot off effort for the class. Just not worth the credit for me, especially during COVID.

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: C+
Nov 17, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Haskin really seems to care about how her students do. If you put the effort into the class, then an A is completely achievable. I'd definitely recommend taking a class with Dr. Haskin if you get the chance, she does her best to alleviate stress on students and really get you to understand the course material.

Participation matters
Group projects
Caring
1.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A-
Nov 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The most annoying this about this class was the way the grading system was organized. There was no way to tell what your grade was until two weeks before the final, which was very different than what my final grade was, as she chose to not complete the grading to the fullest that she could. I would not recommend this class to anyone.

Group projects
4.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2020
Wouldn't take again

lots of group work. never sure about what my grade was in class. Pretty easy for a PL credit. Also if you take with the lab it is super easy for a PX credit. Not an easy A but also not too much work!

Lots of homework
Group projects
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2020
Would take again

Just grind before exams for a couple hours and you'll be fine. She does and individual exam and then the next day a group exam w your group which is exactly the same so that brings up grade. 8 Group assignments which lowkey are rlly hard so try and spend more time on them cuz they matter.

Test heavy
Group projects
1.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: B+
Feb 2, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I came out of Professor Haskin's class numerous times asking myself, "Why did I take this class?" She has no hesitation whatsoever to sink your grade on any assignment, and her lack of transparency, especially when it comes to group projects, is alarming. I would not recommend her to my worst enemy for Geology 101.

Test heavy
Group projects
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Mar 16, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Haskin does not understand how to run a class without consistently confusing her students. She maintains an irritatingly overcomplicated grading system that means you never really know where you are in the class. You will have something due almost every day of the semester, and even up to 5 hours of extra lecture videos.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
5.0
GEOL101
Apr 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The work load outside of class is ridiculous. She expects you to teach yourself with pre recorded lectures and then gives very difficult assignments while in class. For a 100 level course the amount and rigor of the work is too much. Exams were super hard and questions were made to trick you. Class is way harder than it needs to be.

Group projects
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
May 26, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I pass/failed this class (passed). I was drowning in information. Class times were wasteful. Group projects were great and lots of extra credit ops. I didn't study much and did as well as hardcore studiers... this class is a lot of work for no reason and it's still hard ??!! She's caring but overall not an effective professor imo. -non-STEM person

Lots of homework
Group projects
Caring
3.0
3.0
GEOL101
Nov 30, 2021
Would take again

This class is, for lack of better wordage, a very confusing time. You get tricked into thinking the material's not that bad but then do horrible on the exams, which are often full of obscure and overly-specific questions. Extra credit and group work may be keeping me afloat, but this class is anything but an easy A.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
GEO101
Dec 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor and worst class I have ever taken in my life. This class was so hard for no reason. I only took it because I needed the credit, but this class made me hate rocks and geology.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: A-
Dec 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

There is WAY too much work in this class. She expects students to spend 9 hours outside of class watching outside lectures and readings, which is just unrealistic. I would feel good about the material then get to the quizzes/exams, which had incredibly overly-specific questions. She's nice, but would definitely not recommend this class with her.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Caring
3.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2021
Would take again

Michelle is a special case. She is an average teacher, and is willing to help, but lectures drag and are confusing. decent amount of homework, but if you need to take Geology make sure it is either .001 or .002. This class had a bunch of MC and group assignments, lowest grades get dropped too. got to work decently for your grade but possible

1.0
4.0
GEOL101
Dec 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Probably the worst professor I've had at UNC. She seems caring, but ultimately confuses all of her students. For a 100 level class that I took for a gen ed credit it was way harder than it should have been. She expects students to spend a lot of time outside of class, and is not very good at teaching or explaining material in class.

1.0
5.0
GEOL101
Dec 30, 2021
Wouldn't take again

If you are looking to fulfill an easy science credit steer clear of Haskin. Lectures are incredibly short and dull. You are expected to learn almost on the material on your own via recorded lectures and the textbook. Some nights if you go through all the material you could expect 3.5-4 hours of work. Does not care about personal issues or struggle.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
GEOL101
Jan 26, 2022
Would take again

I think the other reviewers are being too harsh. Prof. Haskin is very nice! All exams and quizzes are done both individually and in small groups, and assignments are done in small groups in class. Outside of class work is reading the textbook and watching video lectures and then doing a few questions- which can be time consuming but are easy As.

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Group projects
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Jan 28, 2022
Would take again

Professor Haskin was a decent professor, shes very nice in class and her assignments are simple. Every week you either watch a video (15-45min) or read a chapter (these were kinda hard but just push through) and thats it. The only thing I would say is her class is easy but her tests are hard. Just study for them and youll be fine.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: C-
Mar 23, 2022
Would take again

Most of the time I just didn’t know what was going on. Rocks are cool I guess but you know what wasn’t cool? My grades. Everything was just really confusing in this class.

4.0
1.0
GEOL101
Grade: A+
Apr 12, 2022
Would take again

Michelle is great. Pretty easy, but she definitely cares about student success. If you try at all she'll meet you there. Recommended.

Tough grader
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
2.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2022

She overcomplicates everything, over-explains logistics for half the class to the point of infuriation, yet nothing you actually need to know gets clarified. The sakai was a nightmare to navigate. Tests are hard and hit you out of no where since next to nothing is covered during class. Group assignments are awful if you're assigned a bad one.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2022

Outright denies ARS accommodations and does not care if you got hit by a bus and broke every bone in your body if you don't have a University approved absence.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2022
Would take again

Michelle is a fantastic professor and these comments are, pardon my french, BS. She was consistently accommodating through any personal issue, and records every class/review session so that you do not feel behind if needing to be absent.The class is hard, but she is skilled at explaining concepts and facilitating a learning environment.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Amazing lectures
2.0
3.0
GEO101
Dec 5, 2022

I hate geology, but needed the credit. maybe if I cared I would've done better in the class but the lectures put me to sleep. going to class felt like a waste of time. tests were kinda hard, but u have the chance to take it with a group so that helps. idk she's a nice person for sure, but the class just sucks. but you'll be fine if u put in effort.

2.0
5.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 6, 2022

Michelle is a very kind and enthusiastic professor but is an extremely tough grader and assigns work (homework, quizzes, exams) that tends to be vague and very difficult. This course requires lots of study time in order to truly understand the material that is being taught. Overall, GEOL 101 was truly draining.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Group projects
3.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

I think that these reviews are a little harsh. the class overall is not very hard if you put in a medium amount of effort and try to pay attention in class. she gives lots of opportunities to improve your grade whether through group tests or extra credit. the lecturers are kind of boring and exams are of medium difficulty but the class is doable.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
5.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

Michelle is very kind and caring towards her students. She was always available to meet and answer any questions outside of class. The concepts covered can get confusing, but she explains them very well. Tests were manageable as long as you pay attention in class and study outside of class.

Group projects
Caring
Accessible outside class
3.0
2.0
GEO101
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2022
Would take again

Course material was pretty easy. I would have gotten a 100 in the class if she didn't require attendance. She often includes way too much info in instructions and gets off topic in lectures that can make the requirements somewhat misconstrued. She requires attendance yet records lectures and doesn't stream them realtime. Needs better policies.

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Participation matters
5.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

Prof. Haskin is an amazing lecturer. She assigns a lot of HW outside of class, but as long as you finish it and keep up you'll do fine in the course. She tries to make everything as easy as possible, and you should be able to sail through the course if you pay attention. Very easy grading criteria and everything is pretty straightforward. Take HER!

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Caring
4.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: B
Jan 9, 2023
Would take again

I found her in person lectures to be very engaging. There are online lectures and she does her best to make these engaging as well but they are obviously not the same. She also is easily approachable and whenever an issue would arise I could talk to her with ease. I would highly recommend taking her class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 5, 2023
Would take again

I found Professor Haskin's lectures very engaging and somewhat enjoyable (for a class about rocks). She provides a lot of information and study material on Sakai, but there is a lot of small homework assignments. This class has a lot of group work so don't take it if thats not ur thing. I would take Haskin again!

Group projects
Lots of homework
2.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: B
Apr 19, 2023

Overall, Haskin wasn't awful. Though the lectures were boring, a lot of outside HW, found the tests and quizzes as pretty difficult. Albeit, if you care about the class and put in the effort you can get a B or higher. Lot of extra credit is offered and low stakes assignments that cushion your grade. Lectures are so boring, makes it hard to engage.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: B+
Apr 24, 2023
Would take again

Michelle Haskin does a great job covering material in lecture, although sometimes unnecessarily wordy/goes deeper than required for tests and quizzes. There is a ton of micro-assessments but it helps prep for exams. This class is not an easy A, but it is a doable A/B+ if you put the time in. Study guides and test prep material provided are great.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: C
Apr 27, 2023

Thought taking Geology for the science requirement would be easy, but Haskin's difficult tests and quizzes made it very difficult. Lectures were confusing. If you're hoping to get an easy A with Haskin I would go a different route or lower your expectations. Very willing to meet outside of class though if you make the effort.

Test heavy
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
ENEC202
Grade: C
May 3, 2023

Professor Haskin has been my least favorite professor at UNC. If you are not a geology major do not take her class because she will not help you with baseline concepts. Haskin is very hard to contact, an extremely tough grader, and will not help you outside of class time.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: B+
May 3, 2023

Professor Haskin makes an already boring topic unbearable. Everyone in this class is taking it for the science credit and she still teaches it like we want to have a career in geology. Lots of readings and quizzes are hard. Exam weights are not that bad though.

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
May 7, 2023
Would take again

I don't know why there are so many negative reviews. Haskin offers a ton of extra credit and your grade is determined by a ton of different things so one bad exam won't crush your grade. There is a lot of homework, but if you study a decent amount for the exams getting an A is very doable. Would definitely recommend for the science credit.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Lots of homework
4.0
2.0
GEO101
Grade: A
May 8, 2023
Would take again

Reviews are ridiculous. If you put in a little bit of effort, you can succeed on the exams (each 15% of your grade). So much is graded that one poor score can be mitigated. Gives ~6-10% worth of extra credit on all exams, scales up participation, and provides make-up work opportunities.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
2.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
May 13, 2023

FOR GEOLOGY 200 Dr. Haskins is a wonderful person and super kind, but an awful professor. She consistently was behind schedule and confused herself during lectures. Office hours weren't much better as it seemed she didn't have a grasp on the material. The exams were more difficult than necessary and had tricky wording. I wouldn't recommend her.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: B+
Aug 16, 2023

If all you care about is passing, this is a great class. There are assignments due almost every day of the week, that make up a large part of the grade. If you want to take a class that is very little work, but still want a good grade, this is not the class. The exams are way too hard for that.

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Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 15, 2023

If you love yourself, don't take this class.

Tough grader
4.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 27, 2023
Would take again

Gives you pretty much everything you need to succeed in the course. Some of the content is tricky if you don't care about geology but overall it's a pretty easy gened and Michelle is a great professor. She is one of the nicest people ever and really wants you to succeed in the course.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
GEOL101
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

Given that I am not a stem person, Michelle was a great professor! as someone who generally struggles with science classes, she gives you everything you need to succeed and all the exams consist of an individual exam and a group exam which really helps your grade.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
3.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: A-
Dec 10, 2023

Though I did not find her at all inspiring or the lectures particularly interesting, the class was still easy enough to do well with minimal effort. Just pay attention in class and you'll be fine. The exams can be a little hard but because part of it is a group section, the grade is curved up, and the out of class assignments and quizzes are easy.

EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2023
Would take again

Haskin is one of the kindest professors I have ever had. She came to class and cared about what she was teaching. I will say this course is a lot of work. A large amount of busy work that affect your grade significantly when put together at the end of semester. Also, tests are quite difficult but there are extra credit opportunities!

5.0
2.0
EMES101
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2023
Would take again

Michelle was always very kind and enthusiastic in class. She provided a huge amount of resources to help students succeed, and made course materials easy to locate and access in canvas. Group assignments are fine if you have a good group, but you can also opt to do all assignments alone. Lectures are as engaging as you are interested in geology.

Group projects
Caring
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
EMES101
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2023

Professor Haskin makes an easy class difficult. Her lectures do not mirror the slides or the exams, and her wording in the MCQs is designed to trick students. Although she is a very caring Professor, it does not make up for the fact that she assigns tons of busy work and makes exams more difficult than they should be for a Gen Ed course.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
EMES101
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2023
Would take again

Michelle Haskin was an excellent professor who cared about each student. In my opinion, she deserves a better rating. Her lectures were long but incredibly informative and well thought. She provided a wide range of resources to study from, which were helpful when preparing for exams. Exams were not bad. She was always available for questions.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
EMES101
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Haskin is very kind and incredibly passionate about geology. The class is heavily group work based (so much so that I didn't know some people's names in my small seminar class), but she makes opportunities for extra credit ample - especially for tests - and provides you with bunches of resources if you are confused.

5.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A-
Feb 20, 2024
Would take again

I would do anything for Professor Haskin. I took her class and was amazed at how committed she was to keeping class engaging. Tests can be tough, but are curved up with bonus points and a group portion. I have continued to work with Michelle as she inspired me as a woman in geology, I LOVE HER! She prepped me well for higher level geol classes.

2.0
4.0
EMES101
Grade: B
Apr 13, 2024

Haskin is nice but does not respect her student's time. Lectures and in-class assignments constantly run late and it can be frustrating. She talks for a while but I never really feel like I am learning anything. She also records hour-long lectures to be watched outside of class. Only take this class if you are passionate about the subject.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
2.0
5.0
EMES101
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2024

Unfortunately, she's your best bet if you need to get your science credit. Absurd amount of work, there was something due almost every day- even on days when we didn't have class. Group work will save you and TAKE IT WITH FRIENDS... so you can work together on all the busy work assignments.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
2.0
3.0
EMES101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 26, 2024

Wouldn't take this class unless required for major. Participation is taken on random class days. Missed an assignment because my roommate (live in same room) was running 102 fever - told it didn't meet the criteria for approved absence so I couldn't make it up. Study deeply for the exams - they are more difficult than led to believe.

1.0
4.0
EMES101
Grade: A
May 12, 2024

There's an absurd amount of work for this class with weekly assignments. The lectures aren't very useful and I wasn't sure what I was supposed to be learning half the time. Overexplains directions which takes time away from actual learning. The exams were tricky but the group portion makes up for it. Avoid if you can take it with another professor.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
3.0
3.0
EMES101
Grade: A-
Dec 3, 2024

Horrible time management skills - makes announcements for 25 mins then goes over 2 slides in remaining time then posts hour long video lectures to watch outside of class. Group assignments are lowkey hard but the homework, quizzes, and all other assignments were pretty easy. Felt like I was in high school with the way she talks to students.

Group projects
1.0
5.0
IDST114
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2024

She was one of three professors in my Triple I and was honestly terrible. You lose focus because she yaps about nonsense half the time and expects you to know the content she is passionate about even though we are all first-year students and she has a PhD in her subject. Not understanding and talks forever and forces participation

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
2.0
4.0
IDST114
Grade: A-
Dec 8, 2024

I had Prof. Haskin for my triple-I, and I hated it. She expects students to understand complex environmental problems after one lecture. There are a few quizzes which are hard to do well on. Additionally, there is a project worth 35% of your grade.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
IDST114
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2024

Prof. Haskins was the main professor in this course and she would talk about concepts that were often much more complex than what first year students expect. Final Exam was pretty difficult as you could not miss a single lecture + you would have to recall all the concepts learned. This class overall was not really enjoyable, but there is EC (3%).

1.0
5.0
IDST114
Grade: B+
Dec 11, 2024

Only take this class if you have previous knowledge in the subject and/or you are very interested. Every lecture is boring and she just talks and talks until time is up. The final exam is actually terrible, and it asks the most specific questions

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
IDST114
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2024

This course itself is awful. The content was not clear throughout the entire year and it was impossible to prepare for the final. I'd advise you to not take this class unless you want to waste your time.

5.0
2.0
EMES101
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2024
Would take again

Michelle is very kind and accommodating! All assignments have a 24hr extension, there's a lot of extra credit opportunities, and she provides study guides for all exams. Most assignments are group work so I will say if you don't like your group you might be out of luck. But I enjoyed her class and the content reminded me of middle school science

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Caring
2.0
3.0
IDST114
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2024

Had her for Triple-I, and while the class idea itself was pretty interesting the content seemed disconnected. She explained really high-level environmental concepts considering it was a first-year class, and I struggled most with her section of the course. However, if you do well on the zine project and take notes in lecture the final is passable.

Participation matters
Group projects
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
IDST114
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2024
Would take again

Honestly, anyone who says this course was hard/boring/disconnected just didn't pay attention and then later complained that they didn't do well. In my opinion, Professor Haskin is a great lecturer, and she always provided her slides after class. Don't let the bad reviews fool you, if you study you'll do great. Quizzes and final were easy as pie.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
5.0
3.0
EMES101
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2024
Would take again

Know what's expected of you and what needs to get done. Does group exams, honestly, a lifesaver. There are many resources to help with studying and any questions. Group participation is required, and attendance is counted by pollev. It is a great class for your natural science and lab requirement if you're not a chem or bio major.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
2.0
4.0
IDST114
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2025

Not a great experience with Dr. Haskin. She was the main professor in my triple i class and was genuinely just...boring. I feel like she expects us to already have knowledge on complex environmental topics, which doesnt really seem fair considering this is a first year class.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
1.0
3.0
IDST114
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2025

I HATED this class. She spends so much time talking about nothing. Expectations for this class were incredibly unclear. These professors were on completely different pages. Environmental concepts were way too in depth for a Triple I. the concepts could've been cool if executed well, but it wasn't. The final made no sense.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
EMES101
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2025
Would take again

Very clear with expectations/guidelines, gives lots of resources. 24 hr no-penalty late deadline, easy to cram for final if you miss lectures. Feels like a high school class, it's so guided. Group exams are a lifesaver, lots of groupwork with participation graded. Great NatSci and lab credit.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Caring
3.0
3.0
EMES101
Grade: A-
Jan 5, 2025
Would take again

She is very sweet, but her lectures do not really teach much because she expects you to have done readings prior to class. She does a lot of stuff with small groups, including exams. She does not require attendance, but she does participation grades to make sure you are there. She does offer some extra credit. Overall, not that bad

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
2.0
4.0
IDST114
Grade: A-
Jan 9, 2025

The class overall was very disorganized. Sometimes did not finish her lectures, which lead to another 45 minute video lecture for homework. Topics seemed to come out of nowhere, professors seemed consistently irritated at students without reason. She spent about half her lecture time talking about nothing at all, and never explained concepts.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
EMES101
Grade: B
Feb 28, 2025

Haskin is actually chill and not really the problem, its the TA's who give the absolute worst advice and grade what are supposed to be easy assignments way too harsh

Tough grader
5.0
2.0
EMES101
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 20, 2025
Would take again

If you put in the expected work to this class (reading, watching the video lectures, paying attention) then you should be able to succeed. She is super sweet and accomodating.

Lots of homework
Caring
1.0
2.0
EMES105
Grade: A
Apr 10, 2025

Definitely an easier FC-Create gen-ed fulfillment, but be prepared for a boring and laborious semester. Haskin and the TAs are very unhelpful and unprofessional. Sitting through this class 3x a week is treacherous. The most boring lectures I have experienced in my life. The assignments are graded harsh, tho the material is middle school level.

2.0
4.0
EMES101
Grade: B-
Aug 21, 2025

i was told to take this class by my academic advisor and told it would be easy. it was not. nice professor but not for me.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
EMES101
Grade: B
Oct 15, 2025

I liked her and thought she was a nice lady and good at what she teaches but just those tests were SO heavy. During lectures I would stay engaged and she'd say "great work in class!" and I thought I understood the material so well and study so much for the exams and then end up getting a 60. Group exams after make up a 1/3 so that helped.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
EMES101
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 21, 2025

Really test heavy and for some reason I rlly bombed it but she does give extra credit and there is also a group exam right after the regular mid term which generally boosts your grade. Wouldn't take if you dont have to. Not super organized, she has the stuff but the fonts and aesthetics are a headache.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
EMES101
Grade: B+
Nov 28, 2025
Would take again

AMAZING professor, she made me love geology. Please take her, she is so kind and understanding, and she explains things super super super well. I can see her passion and it makes me passionate

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
3.0
4.0
EMES101
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2025

Haskin is a very nice professor but her tests are hard. you can do corrections in groups but they only help the grades a little.

5.0
3.0
EMES101
Grade: A-
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

I absolutely loved Professor Haskin, and I don't really understand why she has such a bad rating on here. the course work is super straight forward and as long as you keep up with everything, you'll be fine. tests can be difficult, but you get a group at the beginning of the semester which helps a lot. she offers extra credit and drops low grades!

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
4.0
2.0
EMES101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2025
Would take again

This class is easy if you go to lecture but most people don't. Exams are easier than the online quizzes and she gives a ton of extra credit. She is very passionate and the hardest part about this class is paying attention during lecture.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
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