4.6

Nancy Owens

Communication - Bridgewater State University

4.6
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
67%
Would Retake
84
Reviews
4.6
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

67%

Would Retake

84

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Queen Nance is one of my best professors I have ever had at this school

COMM226 - 5.0 rating

If you still need to take a public speaking class, I highly recommend taking her class

COMM260 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

88%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

77% confidence
Based on 9 grades
Most common grades:
A (3)
A- (2)
B+ (2)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 9 reported grades
A: 3
A-: 2
B+: 2
A+: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (3)
SO MANY PAPERS (2)
Hilarious (2)
Participation matters (2)
Skip class? You won't pass. (2)
Respected (2)
Tough Grader (1)
GRADED BY FEW THINGS (1)
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Reviews (84)
5.0
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CC395
Apr 2, 2003

nancy is the BOMB - call her the queen and bring her m&m's - you'll be set for the semester

5.0
1.0
CC295
Apr 3, 2003

Nancy rocks. She is by far the best professor at Bridgewater State. She will help you out and guide you, but you have to want to work. She will listen to any of your problems and give you 100% help. Again, Nancy is the shiznit.

5.0
2.0
VOICE
Apr 5, 2003

awsome...everyone should take this class. she is my advisor too! long live the queen.

4.0
5.0
CC130
Apr 8, 2003

Easy Teacher - A

5.0
2.0
VCEDIC
Apr 10, 2003

Great professor! She relates to students so well. The class is so much fun. Not a lot of work, but make sure you do the little that is assigned. Bribery works well.

5.0
2.0
VOICE
Apr 11, 2003

don't forget the M&Ms

5.0
3.0
CC212
Apr 12, 2003

The Queen is the best teacher at BSC, other than Jabbar. I have gained so much knowledge from her idea of caring about everything and anything that you don't care about. Not as easy as people say she is, but will not fail if you try.

5.0
1.0
VOICEDICT
Apr 23, 2003

No Comments

3.0
3.0
CC495
Apr 25, 2003

I don't believe that a Prof. should be refered to as the Queen . Asking students to revere her and bring her gifts is unethical and ridiculous! I would think that college students would think more of a Prof. that motivates and inspires! -Previous Student

5.0
3.0
CC210495
Apr 30, 2003

3 semesters in her class, and she is my advisor, she's great.

5.0
1.0
210
May 1, 2003

she is an easy prof., but VERY intelligent

5.0
2.0
CC210CC495
May 5, 2003

Just knowing Nancy the past year, she is a kindhearted & knowledgeable friend, When she takes her meds :)! She is someone you can count on outside of the classroom & instills knowledge in the most peculiar ways. I hope I can continue this friendhip

5.0
2.0
VD
May 7, 2003

The Queen is the best professor I've ever had at the school. She cares a lot about her students. I also like the fact that over the course of the semester you really get to know the other classmates. By, far this will be the professor I always remember!

5.0
1.0
VD
Sep 9, 2003

This lady is totally the coolest prof here. after only 2 classes its my favorite class this fall by far. She rocks

5.0
2.0
VDANN
Sep 26, 2003

The best professor there. She'll always be my favorite.

5.0
1.0
VDANN495
Oct 22, 2003

All Hail the Queen!

5.0
2.0
VD39
Oct 28, 2003

The Queen's knowledge is amazing! I have become aware of my 'New England Regionalism' because of her class. If you are looking for a smart teacher that brings a lot of fun to the class - TAKE THE QUEEN! You will not regret it!

5.0
2.0
VOICEDIC
Nov 4, 2003

shes witty, intelligent, has great sense of humor, awesome stories, a class defenitley worth going to. She is also willing to listen if you really need to vent about who/what has been pissing you off lately. Long Live the Queen!!!

5.0
1.0
CC210399
Nov 12, 2003

The Queen is the only prof who really cares about all students. Taking her class is like as Robin Williams once said, "Shakespeare w/ a Strap-On." She may appear a little rugged on the outside, but on the inside she's just a big softy. She's the

5.0
2.0
CC399
Nov 13, 2003

What can I say? I probably wouldn't have survived BSC without the Queen. Her teaching methods actually get you excited about learning (even if you don't realize it). Plus she's the only professor I know that takes time to listen to her students. The B

4.0
2.0
CC210
Nov 16, 2003

The ONLY professor who actually understands the students. Shes the best at BSC, and thats why shes the Queen right?

5.0
1.0
VOICEDIC
Dec 3, 2003

She's awesome.. nothing to complain about here.. except for the journal... could live without that.. havent learned anything from that journal.. overall, awesome class though M&M's forever... All hail to Agnus and the Queen!

5.0
2.0
CC666
Apr 12, 2004

I took this class as a recomendation and boy am I glad I did! I am a senior and this has been my favorite class so far at BSC. Q is one of the best profs...she teaches you things you never even realized you didn't know and makes it fun! TAKE THIS CLASS!

5.0
1.0
CC210
Apr 14, 2004

Could it be more fun than this? Best professor on the campus. You learn something while you have fun, who ever thought college would be like this!!!! Don't leave BSC without taking this class!

5.0
1.0
CC210
Apr 15, 2004

Way more fun than a barrel of monkeys!!!!! Hail to the Queen baby! If you dont know than you should. Take this class!

5.0
1.0
COMM
May 4, 2004

I only had for a couple of days as a substitute, but it was a great couple of days! She is so nice and has the greatest sense of humor! If you like to laugh then she is the right prof for you! I highly recommend her:):):)

5.0
2.0
CC210
May 6, 2004

Nancy 'The Queen' Owens is by far one of the best professors I have had the chance to have a class with. Made my last semester memorable, very understanding, knoweldgable and friendly. A necessity!

5.0
1.0
VD
May 10, 2004

Maybe an easy class,but you learn a lot. Other than V&D, the random tangents she initiates in class and the things you learn are priceless. She takes a personal interest in her students too, which is more than most profs who just show up to get a check

5.0
2.0
CC
May 11, 2004

You gotta love it, all her classes are the bomb. Def the most fun I've had in 4 years in any class. Hit The Queen up for a good time, shes the shiznit.

5.0
1.0
CC
May 12, 2004

The queen is a really good person. She also has a talent for listening sharply and can pick up on things you say instantly. She regularly watches the TV show MONK as well, which makes her cool in my book! Grades students fairly too!

5.0
1.0
CC210
May 31, 2004

I love you Nance!

2.0
1.0
CC210
Jul 19, 2004

...she embarrasses me

5.0
1.0
CC210
Jul 29, 2004

Nancy makes all the students in her class feel really special! I am eternally grateful!

5.0
1.0
VD
Nov 9, 2004

After waiting about 3 semesters, I finally got into this class and it's everything I expected. The Queen is by far the greatest professor at BSC. No one is as down to earth, understanding and funny as Nancy. Take Voice and Diction, it's that simple.

5.0
2.0
CC210
Feb 15, 2005

the queen can be very abrasive in class but in reality if you need advice shes there. I didnt need this elective but I feel i got the most out of it that I did for my money of all the courses Ive ever taken at the college. She will have you rollin' Take the queen!

5.0
3.0
CC230
Mar 2, 2005

One of the best.

5.0
2.0
VD
May 10, 2005

if you don't mind speaking in front of everyone, go for this class! also, don't be too shy or take offense to things. very laid back, but expect insults to fly around the room...you'll get used to it. funny as hell, and really awesome. keep up with your journal and you'll do fine

5.0
1.0
VD
May 31, 2005

****ing awesome teacher...she doesnt give a****...shes fun and exciting, and probably the smartest lady at BSC...she should be on a gameshow...the class is easy but shes sarcastic, so if your a wimp and cant handle a little fun from her, stay out..otherwise. take this class NOW!

5.0
1.0
CC210
Jun 8, 2005

Nancy Owens will always be a professor Ill forever remember. Very bright and witty, I always get hyper and excited from laughing and joking around in her office. I am so happy I took a chance filling a vacant spot in my schedule with her class last minute.

5.0
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ANY
Aug 30, 2005

She will help you graduate...she knows the ways. In her office there is always m&m's. If you have a mental breakdown, you'd better hope she is your advisor. All heil the Queen.

4.0
3.0
CC210
Sep 6, 2005

No Comments

5.0
1.0
RICHFQUOTHO
Nov 6, 2005

Class was great, if I remember right. The lessons about life are still crystal.

5.0
5.0
495
Jan 4, 2006

Seminar was tough, but the Queen was ALWAYS there to help out. She really gives a sh!t about her students, and wants to make sure we walk away with more than we bargained for. I'm bummed I didn't get to know her more, but I'm so glad I had the opportunity to take her class and understand the fabulousness.

5.0
2.0
CC495
Jan 4, 2006

The Queen is probably the MOST understanding and helpful professor at BSC...she makes you work for your grade, it is DEFINATLY not a cake walk but she will always be there to help you and answer questions no matter the time of day, she is the best professor at Bridgewater State, and by far the best professor in the communication department!!!

5.0
1.0
VD
Jan 5, 2006

she's so much fun & you learn things about our speech while still having fun w/ it. you learn to love agnes and appreciate the wierd kid that sits next to you...PB

5.0
3.0
VD
Jan 8, 2006

I am not even a comm majorr, and i had her years ago but going to her office for speaks was an addiction. It is a wonder how she has been able to put up with it for the past 3 years, but underneath all that saltyness and sarcasm she dispensed, she knows she loves me! I LOVE U TOO NANCE!!!!!

5.0
4.0
VANDD
Jan 31, 2006

THE QUEEN RULES!!!! She's a great prof. you learn so much in her classes and she's never ever boring. The "words and reports" seem silly but are intersesting and the purpose of them shows you that she really wants us to learn stuff that's not just in the books. She's awsome!!! Take her for whatever you can!!!!

5.0
3.0
COMMUNICATION
May 26, 2006

The QUEEN is the best professor at BSC! She takes the time to get to know her students and talks to them rather than down to them. She is willing to help you with anything in or out of the classroom and is very knowledgeable. TAKE HER IF YOU CAN!

5.0
2.0
VD
May 28, 2006

Fun class, good teacher. Very hard to get an A....not some much to get a B

5.0
4.0
COMM495
Jan 7, 2007

I HIGHLY recommend taking Nancy for Seminar... especially if you feel like laughing every class & actually learning from someone who is passionate about teaching!! She is the most down-to-earth & sarcastic professors you will encounter @ BSC. There is basically no work until the end of the semester with the final paper and projects.

5.0
3.0
COMM495
Jun 8, 2007

By far the best professor I ever had in my college career. I wish I had taken her more that just for seminar. She expects a lot, but she is very understanding. EXTREMELY knowledgable. Class time is a riot, and she can act like one of the students.. I TOTALLY recommend taking her for as many classes as you can!! Love you "Aunt Nanc"!! ha

3.0
3.0
VD220
Aug 21, 2007

Honestly...her shtick gets annoying after a while. She's never serious and she's always on meds. Saying stuff like "ham, park and car" will not help you get rid of your Boston accent, its just a waste of time and money. You want to lose the accent? Study abroad or work outside of New England for a while, don't subject yourself to her garbage.

5.0
3.0
COMM495
Nov 6, 2007

Theres nothing more to say other then she is the most incredible woman you will ever meet and if you don't take a class with her you are missing out on your college education. Always willing to help all of her students and our success in her class is what is most important to her. She even researches things for you if you get lost and confused. <3

5.0
1.0
COMM2103
Nov 14, 2007

OMG TAKE HER!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
COMM260
Dec 26, 2007

awesome teacher. extremely smart. hilarious. thick skin needed. makes class fly by.

4.0
2.0
COMM210
Jan 10, 2008

One of the most intellegent women I have ever met! Has prior knowledge just about everything! You have to be able to adapt to any type of situation-Because believe me there will be bizzarre ones in this course! and esp. with "The Queen." I highly advice nobody take this class if you take life too seriously and cant take a joke! TEAM OWENS!

4.0
5.0
COMM495
Mar 29, 2008

she is a great teacher and makes classes fly by, alittle strange but I think it is good for everyone to come across a person like her once in their lives. she likes to joke around, so you may think shes targeting you but she isnt. a lot of work but recommended!

5.0
4.0
COMM210
Jun 2, 2008

What can I say that hasn't already been said. She's great! It's too bad she won't be teaching 210 anymore. Those of you who never had her for this class are missing something special. Looking forward to being in other classes with her. Long live the Queen!

5.0
1.0
COMM260
Oct 23, 2008

owens is owens. there are great things and bad things. it's hard to explain her, so just take the class. it's worth it and she's a really good person.

5.0
4.0
COMM260
Nov 25, 2008

Nancy is the bomb! Literally the best teacher ever. She is not as easy as people cut her out to be, she teaches a lot and expects you to not only learns from her but take things with you. She understands where you come from and is always there to help!! TAKE HER!!!!

5.0
4.0
COMM292
Nov 25, 2008

I LOVE YOU NANCY!!!! Seriously best class ever, talking about how much females are moody and how males just don't listen half the time, but seriously I did learn a lot. There is a final but you have to present a topic to the class, and of coarse we all love doung the VCR's!!!

5.0
3.0
COMM260
Apr 22, 2009

Great professor.Probably the funniest professor at BSC. She genuinely cares about students. Take her because it will be worth your while.

5.0
4.0
SEMIN490
Jun 21, 2009

She is a world wind of knowledge, and if you don't take her class you will miss out on the greatest woman at that college. Her blunt expression often offends others :)love you nance <3

5.0
3.0
COMM495
Dec 19, 2009

Nancy is an absolute genius and so hilarious. 495 is tons of work but she makes every class fun. Her life advice has changed my life! smartest woman i have ever met - your missing out if you dont take her.

5.0
3.0
GENDE360
Apr 7, 2010

BEST. PROFESSOR. EVER. LOVE THE QUEEN. TAKE HER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
3.0
COMM495
May 11, 2010

3 countries,4 colleges, countless professors and I will never forget the Queen. If you are lucky enough to grasp what she is REALLY trying to teach you,you will have found the best advice you can ever receive.She is a brilliant& remarkable person with a relentless dedication to her students.Thank you for showing me what I have truly been looking for

4.0
2.0
GROUP260
Dec 23, 2010

The Queen is probably the smartest woman I have ever met. Her class is fun and she makes sure that the entire class is on the same page. She is the best professor.. you just have to experience it for yourself. :)

4.0
3.0
COMM121
Aug 20, 2011

The best professor I ever had!

5.0
2.0
COMM260
Dec 8, 2011

The Queen is the greatest professor ever! Take her if you can. She's absolutely brilliant. The lessons we learned in class are definitely going to stay with me long after college is over. -C

2.0
1.0
COMM130
May 4, 2012

owens is definately a nice lady, she's absolutely funny and all.. but overall this class is NOT what i wanted in a comm class. you PEERS grade you, & she never ONCE lectured. i learned NOTHING in this course & it was a complete waste of my time. if you wanna do nothing take it, otherwise a waste of time & my money!!

5.0
3.0
COMM226
Oct 27, 2012

Queen Nance is one of my best professors I have ever had at this school. Guaranteed to laugh every class and her assignments arent too bad. Always look forward going to class with her. If there is one teacher you should have at BSU, Its Queen Nance. Probably one of the best comm professors in the whole department.

5.0
1.0
COMM
Mar 2, 2014

She's the BEST HANDS DOWN!!! TOP 5 COMM PROFESSORS HERE!

4.0
2.0
COMM102
Grade: A-
Dec 9, 2014

The Queen made 2+12 hours feel like 1. She makes you speak. She puts everyone on the spot but in a funny way. You really develop a class relationship and get to know everyone. The speeches are very nerve-racking but they are on topics of your choice and no longer than 5 minutes but no shorter! You HAVE to take the course. TAKE HER. I lucked out.

3.0
4.0
COMM
Grade: A+
Apr 22, 2015

I would say that she is an OK teacher. Goes off topic a lot and talks about stuff that doesn't even have to do with the stuff we are on. And sometimes she is very harsh to her students.

4.0
2.0
COMM260
Sep 23, 2015

Queen (as she refers herself) is one of the funniest teachers I've ever had. If you still need to take a public speaking class, I highly recommend taking her class! She will make you laugh every single class guarantee. She will not give anyone a grade lower than a B unless you really try hard not to do the work.

5.0
1.0
CC212
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2015

Funniest and best teacher by far at BSU, she was both a mentor and an inspiration. She is very open with her students and is not shy to tear into someone if they are acting like an idiot, in a hilarious way mind you. I love Nancy O, everyone should take her class before leaving BSU.

5.0
2.0
COMM299
Grade: A-
Apr 12, 2016

Took her for an online class and we only meet 4 times the semester. She is very funny and caring for the students she loves to crack jokes with everyone. Her grading is weird as she grades you based on other peoples writing. I was very nervous about this but i still got two A's on the 2 papers she makes sure to give you as much as she can! Take her

3.0
3.0
COMM299
Grade: B
May 9, 2016

I did not mind her that much but probably wouldn't go out of my way to take her again. Only met in class 4 times, she tends to pick out a few people to call out each class. 3 assignments, ended up being like 16 papers though so it was a lot of work. Wouldn't recommend this seminar.

3.0
4.0
COMM299
Nov 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Nancy is very funny and knowledgeable. But, she grades your papers based off of the grades of other students in the class, so your grade is how well you did compared to everyone else, which can make it a lot harder. Be ready to put a lot of work in, and don't let yourself get behind. Its not impossible to do well, but its definitely a challenge.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
1.0
COMM299
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2017
Would take again

The hybrid course I took was a great opportunity for commuters to squeeze in an extra class. After meeting Nancy, I would have wished to be meeting with her weekly. There's a lot of writing, but it is a writing course. She is an easy grader and bases your overall grade with some credit towards "improvement." Great lady!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
COMM260
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2017
Would take again

Great professor, wasn't planning on learning much but I did. Weird sense of humor.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
COMM299
Grade: B+
Jul 3, 2017
Would take again

Very funny woman, but she gives A LOT of papers! Do not, really, do not let yourself slack or you will be attempting to write 8 papers in a weekend, which is not fun. Grades based off of other's essays, but gives great feedback that will help you write! A fun class I learned a lot from, that didn't interfere with my major classes at all

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
3.0
COMM299
Dec 29, 2017
Would take again

She is absolutely the best ! Treats you like an adult. Gives great feedback on all of your papers . Teaches you to be a better writer, person and student !

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Respected
Gives good feedback
3.0
4.0
COMM102
Grade: A
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She's okay, tough grader and not reachable at all outside of class. Can be rude sometimes and really funny the next.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

88%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

77% confidence
Based on 9 grades
Most common grades:
A (3)
A- (2)
B+ (2)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 9 reported grades
A: 3
A-: 2
B+: 2
A+: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (3)
SO MANY PAPERS (2)
Hilarious (2)
Participation matters (2)
Skip class? You won't pass. (2)
Respected (2)
Tough Grader (1)
GRADED BY FEW THINGS (1)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.34 avg change
Nov
Jan
Apr
Jul
Dec
May
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

210

5.0

(1)

495

5.0

(1)

CC395

5.0

(1)

CC295

5.0

(1)

VOICE

5.0

(2)
+37 more courses
Difficulty by Course

495

5.0

CC130

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VANDD

4.0

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4.0

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