4.7

Pam Cross

Writing - Stockton University

4.7
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
91%
Would Retake
96
Reviews
4.7
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

91%

Would Retake

96

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What Students Say

If you have her, send her lots of love, she deserves it

FRST1101 - 5.0 rating

Cross is an excellent teacher, probably more lenient on grading by far

FRST1101 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

96%

Textbook Required

40%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 22 reported grades
A: 6
A+: 6
A-: 4
Not sure yet: 2
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Respected (9)
Caring (9)
Hilarious (7)
Inspirational (5)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (4)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
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Reviews (96)
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GAH
Mar 11, 2003

No Comments

5.0
3.0
BASK
Apr 30, 2003

Pam's jokes are corny, but she cares about students. :)

5.0
4.0
WTP
May 22, 2003

No Comments

5.0
3.0
BASK
Mar 30, 2004

nice professor

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WRITING
Apr 23, 2004

pam is a very good teacher. she's friendly and nice. she's lenient and easygoing. she'll help you out ever step of the way. if she give you a certain format to follow,just follow it through and you'll get the grade. she'll reward you for doing your best.

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BUSWRIT
Sep 8, 2004

I took her for Business Writing. It was a very valuable class. Simply put, you will write better after this class. She is a good teacher and very helpful.

5.0
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BASK
Oct 11, 2004

A wonderful person! She is so helpful, and always there if you need help.

5.0
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ENGLISH
Oct 22, 2004

She really cares about Students.Really Very Nice

5.0
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WRITINGENGLISH
Nov 7, 2004

Pam Rocks.

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ALL
Jan 18, 2005

she's like my mom, only i actually like her. pam is a ball of joy.

5.0
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BASK
Jan 19, 2005

Pam is a really good professor. She will help students. She even allows you to call at her house. Lots of essays to write, but they will improve your writing so much.

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VARIOUS
Jan 27, 2005

She's quite caring & involved.

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WRITING
Nov 10, 2005

I was sopposed to get a A in her class. The computer shut down when I was tpying up my test, she did not give me extra time to finish the test,I got really upset because I knew all the answers to the test.

5.0
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BASK
Nov 15, 2005

She is very nice, and she works with students a lot. She is also tells you answers to the test. Just read and listen, easy A

5.0
2.0
BASK
Mar 27, 2006

good teacher

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GEN3952
Feb 25, 2007

No Comments

5.0
3.0
WRITIPRAC
May 4, 2007

Pam is awesome. She doesn't like beets, but hey no one is perfect. Yay for Pam. ;)

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BASKSECT
Dec 3, 2007

Pam Cross is a great teacher, funny, and makes the class fun. She always helps you

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BASK1102
Feb 25, 2008

PC in the WC is the best!

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BASK1102
Feb 25, 2008

Not only is she a great teacher but also a dish to look at!

5.0
3.0
BASK1102
Feb 25, 2008

Pam rocks my world!

5.0
4.0
BASK1102
Feb 25, 2008

PC in the hiz-ouse! I need a bottle of water to cool me off after a class with Pam.

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GEN3952
Feb 25, 2008

A wonderful professor. She's helpful, smart, funny, and glows with the love of teaching. If you need help, she's more than willing to meet with you. I can't see how anyone could fail her class. She doesn't tolerate any fooling around. Make sure you go to The Writing Center.

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BASK1102
Feb 26, 2008

Pam is pretty funny and makes class fun. When I missed class she called me to see if I was OK. She's like a mother hen sometimes, but that's OK.

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BASK1192
Feb 26, 2008

dont take if u have attention problems. shes so hot youll never pay attention again. i <3 pam cuz shez so kewl.

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BASK1102
Feb 27, 2008

Pam Cross emits a glow. I notice it most when she smiles. Maybe it's more of a aura. I think the same glow would beam from Brad Pitt if he covered his face with diamonds. But Pam doesn't look anything like Brad Pitt. She's more of a cross between Angelina Jolie and a sexy female Jesus.

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BASC1101
Feb 29, 2008

Pam rocks my world. I love her teaching. I dream of Pam at night - sweet dreams

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BASK1102
Apr 1, 2008

She fusses at me all the time, but I still like her. She is always telling me to cut out adverbs and fluf in my writing. No blah blah woof woof. Lots of energy in the classroom.

5.0
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BASK1102
Apr 1, 2008

No Comments

5.0
5.0
BASK1102
Apr 2, 2008

Ive got her for a teacher now and she's driving me nuts, but mostly in a good way. She is like my mother except she grades tougher. I like the way she give reading questions to guide us.

5.0
4.0
BASK1101
Apr 20, 2008

Crazy in a good way. Lots of energy. Clear in all her assignments. Follow her directions or else. Class is pretty easy but I am also learning a lot.

5.0
4.0
BASK1102
May 2, 2008

Class is over. I will miss this class. I learned a lot about the environment and current events. Pam made it easy for us. She is more concerned with her students learning than with her own ego, which is a lot different from my other professors. She is a bit dog obsessed, though. :)

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GSS2150
May 28, 2008

Am loving this class. Pam tries to make the class easy by reminding us again and again what she wants. Write in active voice and put most important information first; avoid negatives. She clearly loves what she does. Lots of energy, too, which is good because it's early.

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EOF101
Jul 29, 2008

Moreless Pam is def. PoPPin ya digg! GO METS!!

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GEN3952
Sep 20, 2008

She is rad! I absolutely love her teaching style and her energy and everything about her, including the crazy dog slide shows. :)

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BASK1102
Oct 23, 2008

Pam can be tough with her grading on essays, but her comments are great. She hates adverbs. Who hates adverbs?

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TUTORPRAC
Nov 13, 2008

I love Pam. I can't say it enough. I loved the crazy dog loving and she is one of the kindest people ever. Very fair grader and absolutely hilarious. Very fun class!

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BASK1102
Dec 4, 2008

nice teacher. I learned a lot also made class fun.

5.0
3.0
BASK1101
Dec 5, 2008

HOoo She is the BEST! I never had a wonderful professor like her! I recommend her, she is fun, smart and very nice.

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BASK1102
Dec 5, 2008

A great person and educator, She cares about their student and pushed students to excel in the class room. It was a pleasure having her and i hope i have more teachers like her in the future

5.0
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BASK1102
Dec 5, 2008

She is a wonderful teacher. Very fun and loving. I wish i could have her for all my classes. Were definitly going to keep in contact over the years to come.

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BASK1102
Dec 5, 2008

I love Mrs. Cross. I not only respect her as a teacher but also as a person she is down to earth and "mad cool" anyone would be happy to have her.

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BASK1102
May 14, 2009

Pam taught me a lot, and she also got mad at me a lot. Take her class, but my warning is this: do not BS her. If you didn't do the reading don't tell her you did. She smells lies and will pounce on you. I like that she gets papers back right away, even though she didn't think mine were that good. Go to the Writing Center.

5.0
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GEN1100
Aug 26, 2009

Top 10 Pamliners: 10) Ooh, this warms my heart. 9) I hate adverbs. 8) "For example?" 7)You're killing me, young people. 6)Why are you all such buzz kills today? 5)Now that's what I like. 4) Hold on a minute, shorties. 3) Where's your evidence, kids? 2)Show you were raised right. 1) OK, I feel the love today.

5.0
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BASK1102
Oct 28, 2009

Mrs. Cross is tough but fair. Very organized in her assignments. I am learning a lot. She wants you to work hard but she works hard too.

5.0
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WRITI1102
Oct 29, 2009

PAm is the bESt professor ever.... she is well organized.. her teaching styles are so easy... i love her... AIGHT AIGHT

5.0
1.0
BASK1100
Jan 26, 2010

She's the nicest teacher and most helpful one I've ever had. Cares so much about her students and everyone involved with her---excellent, excellent teacher and a great person

5.0
2.0
WRITPRAC
Mar 30, 2010

Pam is my favorite in the world. She loves her job and I love mine as tutor.

5.0
1.0
GEN3800
Jul 7, 2010

AWESOME TEACHER!!!! DEFINITELY TAKE HER CLASSES! AND COME TO THE WRITING CENTER!!!!!

5.0
2.0
FSEM1102
Jan 25, 2011

PAM IS WAY AWESOME!!! She will help you to her best ability and won't stop helping you till you prove to yourself that you can do the work. She is easy, understanding, and very lovable. But when she gives you the bad/mean look that's a hint that you should be doing better before she beats you up. :) I would take every class she teaches

5.0
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ENGL1102
Jun 16, 2011

PAM!!!! is a wonderfull person as to professor you cannot ask for a better professor than her. She will help you till you fully undestand.I felt so bad when i had to drop her class half way because I had to leave out og the country at that moment.She is the best professor you can ever ask for.

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GEN1100
Jul 26, 2011

This is a Shout out for Pam. Pam is great i love her class and the way that she teaches.

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GEN1100
Jul 26, 2011

Shout out to Pam ! She's a really good teacher. She made it so easy for me to understand her class and i would love to have her in the fall. She's a great person and has a big heart. Are you ready for pam ???

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GEN1100
Jul 26, 2011

Pam Cross is really helpful and is a great teacher. She keeps you up in class and she is probablly the coolest teacher I have had.

4.0
3.0
GEN1100
Oct 6, 2011

nice lady, can be kinda cranky sometimes but i think its just because she doesnt like failing people, she will give you the benefit of the doubt may come off mean sometimes but like i said she just doesnt like failing people, alot of work but its really not hard i got a b id take her again if i had to

5.0
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BASK002
Dec 1, 2011

Pam will nag you, that's for sure, but I'm learning a lot. I love how she helps us readers, giving us reading questions and reminding us that a trip into a text is like a trip to the supermarket--go with a list. More likely to get what you need.

5.0
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BASK002
Dec 5, 2011

I'm naming all of my kids "Pam." That's how awesome this professor is.

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BASK1102
Dec 7, 2011

I love Pam. I was dreading going into the BASK reading but she made it a lot of fun. She makes you think and is always friendly. She makes class interesting. I would take her again and I'm considering being an English major now because of her!

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WRITA
Mar 20, 2012

I am in Pam's class now, and we just finished writing a research paper. I have hated this process in the past, but I did great on this paper, mainly because I followed all of Pam's models and worked with a tutor. We have some slackers in the class, but Pam should hang in there because some of us want to learn. Good teacher.

5.0
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BASK1101
Mar 22, 2012

Show up on time, do your own work, go to the Writing Center, and Pam will love you. Screw up she'll still love you, but you won't love your grade. This I know first hand. Good teacher.

5.0
2.0
READBASK
Apr 9, 2012

Pam is one of the most helpful teacher i have ever met. Her class work is hard, but she will help you if you ever need help with anything.

5.0
4.0
BASK001
Nov 17, 2012

Flunked me on two papers. still a fan

5.0
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BASK1101
Dec 6, 2012

Pam is one of the best teachers i've ever had. she is so nice and wants you to do well. theres a descent amount of work but she gives you plenty of time to do it. i loved her and her class

5.0
3.0
BASK1101
Mar 7, 2013

She's very helpful and fun. You do fine if you do the work. If you don't you'll fail quickly.

5.0
2.0
COS12
Jul 22, 2013

Pam is a wonderful teacher.

5.0
3.0
GEN1110
Aug 6, 2013

Pam is hilarious. She makes learning enjoyable. In addition, she taught us things that were useful to real life. If I had the chance, I would definitely take that class again.

5.0
4.0
GEN1100
Sep 18, 2013

I learned a lot from Pam Cross, but she learned a lot from us, too. Ask her to share her "street language" with you sometime. Funny.

5.0
3.0
GEN3952
Mar 25, 2014

It's hard to sum up Pam in 350 characters. She really is the best. She makes it very clear that she cares about each and every one of her students and does everything she can to help. She plays a big role in the Writing/Tutoring Center and is always a pleasure, whether you're on the subject of school or just life in general. GO PAM!!!! <3

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WRITING
Grade: B-
Nov 6, 2014

Pam was probably one of the most annoying teachers I ever had. I'm sorry. I'm in college I should not have to email you to let you know I am not going to class. This is college chill out. Otherwise helpful and sweetheart. Cares but too much. Wants papers done certain way so forget what you've learned previously.

5.0
3.0
FRST
May 5, 2015

Pam Cross is a great professor. She makes learning exciting and clearly cares about her students. She's easy to talk to and is there to help if needed. Thank you, Pam for a wonderful semester.

5.0
4.0
GEN 3952
Grade: A
Oct 28, 2015

Pam is the best. She's really helpful and caring to her students. The tutor class was my favorite course the whole semester because of her. She makes you work for your grade, but she's absolutely willing to work with you and help you out. There is a fair amount of blackboard discussions and homework, but if you put in the work you'll do well.

5.0
4.0
FRST1102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2015

Pam Cross taught me a lot this semester. I am definitely more connected to world events because of reading the NY Times. I like that all her assignments are on a blog and that she gives killer review sessions before tests. Lets you revise big assignments, too. Loves dogs and the NY Mets.

5.0
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FRST1002
Apr 19, 2016

Pam is just exceptional, absolutely amazing. She is there for you when you need her and is always willing to work with you. You need to buy books for the class, but they are not expensive at all. All great reads through the class. PAM I LOVE YOU.

5.0
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FSEM1102
Grade: A+
Apr 26, 2016

loved pam. extremely helpful and cares about everyones grade. would take her class again 10x over

5.0
2.0
WRITI1102
Grade: A+
Aug 18, 2016
Would take again

Great professor. One of my favorites. Lots of reading and writing but she makes it interest.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
WRITI1102
Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2016
Would take again

Pam is the best professor ever!!!!!! I absolutely adore her and all I can say is you are lucky if you are having her!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
FSEM1102
Grade: B+
Nov 3, 2016
Would take again

Pam is the best professor I ever had!! I also had her for EOF, and she was easy. Nothing major, simple quizzes, tests and papers. We clicked right away, our bond is awesome now. She is extremely helpful and respectful. I love me some Pam:)

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
GSS2150
Grade: A+
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

I had to take a transfer seminar, and took her writing in the workplace class. She's kind, caring, and funny. We banter on Facebook about politics despite opposing views. She is very helpful at giving writing feedback. She HATES negations. So avoid them at all costs.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
4.0
GSS2150
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

Professor Cross always will always let you know why you got the grade you got on every assignment. Professor Cross will tell you how improve your writing if you ask. Professor Cross can be tough on her students when she feels the students are failing to live up to their potential.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
3.0
GSS2150
Apr 5, 2018
Would take again

Pam works hard to make the class easy. You will improve as a writer and learn to avoid negations. Let's you revise. Loves dogs and bad students.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
GSS2150
Grade: A
May 6, 2018
Would take again

Pam Cross was a great professor! She really helps you out with all the writing for the class and you actually learn how to become a better writer. She was so nice and so funny as well. I would definitely recommend taking a class with her!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
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4.0
GEN1100
Grade: A-
Jul 31, 2018
Would take again

She is a very involved professor who truly cares about her students. There is a lot of fun to be had in her class but it isn't all fun and games. We do cover some serious topics, but you will walk away from her class with more knowledge and a big smile on your face.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
GEN1100
Grade: A-
Jul 31, 2018
Would take again

Great, informal, funny, and well respected teacher.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
GEN1100
Grade: A
Jul 31, 2018
Would take again

I am currently in EOF and having Pam for the few weeks I am here has been the best experience. She is honestly so kind-hearted and wants the best for all her students. She teaches everything you need to know to become a great writer!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
EOF101
Grade: A+
Nov 16, 2018
Would take again

I had Pam for a summer course during EOF right before my Freshman year at Stockton. Needless to say, Pam is my favorite person on this campus. Pam taught me more about how to better my writing than every teacher combined in my four years of high school. Pam is caring, a great motivator, and different in a great way. take Pam, you won't regret it.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
FRST1101
May 18, 2019
Would take again

Love her so much! Pam is such a gem at Stockton. Pam cares so much about her students, she really wants all of them to succeed, and she gives them every opportunity to. If you have her, send her lots of love, she deserves it!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
4.0
FRST1101
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2019
Would take again

Cross is an excellent teacher, probably more lenient on grading by far. You do have to make attendance, and ask questions. Her assignments are pretty well- rounded if you have a great story to tell and can complete work . Offers phones be given for extra credit and outside events Listen to her wishes and she'll be on her good side. Loves her dogs!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
GEN1100395
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2020
Would take again

She is a gem. I like that she takes time to work with you and helps you improves your grades. Shes also so sweet and funny.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
FRST1002
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2020
Would take again

Pam is a wonderful professor and really cares about her students. She is extremely funny and talks about her dog Gracie a lot. If you have the opportunity to take her, I definitely recommend doing so. You won't regret it.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
FRST1002
Nov 2, 2021
Would take again

Loveee Pam!! Best professor Ive had so far. You do have to read though! The books we read are pretty interesting. Her class isnt bad at all as long as youre on top of youre work. Shes also very understanding and easy to communicate with! Quizzes arent bad either mostly opened but its really clear to understand!

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
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2.0
5.0
FRST1002
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

By far the WOST teacher I've ever had in my life. So, nonunderstanding. Rude and disrespectful and calls students out for everything.

Skip class? You won't pass.
So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
EOF101
Grade: A+
Jan 12, 2022
Would take again

Love Pam!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
2.0
5.0
EOF101
Grade: C
Jul 26, 2024

Genuinely the worst writing teacher I've ever had. I told her about my short-term memory and she brushed it off instead of helping me. I've told her multiple times about what I have and all my accommodations and she didn't care at all. Worst professor.

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
EOF101
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 29, 2024
Would take again

I learned a lot this summer. No clue why anyone would give Professor Cross a bad review. She is a pretty easy grader and gives lots of feedback and encouragement. Her assignments are clear, and she always gives examples. Also taught us about active reading and improving the clarity of our writing. "Think of your reader's needs."

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
EOF101
Grade: A-
Aug 3, 2024
Would take again

Lots of good energy. On a mission to get us of our phones. Corny jokes. Wants her students to succeed. Yes, take her.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Accessible outside class
3.0
3.0
FRST1102
Grade: A-
Oct 26, 2025
Would take again

So she's ok. Very easy to ask for another day with an assignment, and will give u full credit. Downside is she focuses a lot with political stuff. Feels very uncomfortable in the class room with her left side leaning tendencies and pushes it on everyone

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

96%

Textbook Required

40%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 19 grades
Most common grades:
A (6)
A+ (6)
A- (4)
Grade Distribution
A(12)B(1)C(1)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 22 reported grades
A: 6
A+: 6
A-: 4
Not sure yet: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (11)
Respected (9)
Caring (9)
Hilarious (7)
Inspirational (5)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (4)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Rating Trend

Stable

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GAH

5.0

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BASK

5.0

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WTP

5.0

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BUSWRIT

5.0

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ENGLISH

5.0

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