4.2

Robert Drew

Communication - Saginaw Valley State University

4.2
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
71%
Would Retake
88
Reviews
4.2
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

71%

Would Retake

88

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What Students Say

Drew is funny, thoughtful in his questions and responses, and a great teacher to have

COM105A - 5.0 rating

Very interesting class

COMM370 - 5.0 rating
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Attendance Mandatory

65%

Textbook Required

54%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 23 reported grades
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A-: 5
B+: 3
B: 3
Common Tags
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Hilarious (7)
Graded by few things (7)
Participation matters (5)
Tough grader (4)
Lecture heavy (3)
Caring (3)
LECTURE HEAVY (2)
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Reviews (88)
5.0
1.0
COMM105
Jul 27, 2001

No Comments

5.0
4.0
CM530
Jun 21, 2002

he has a true passion for what he does and for helping students

4.0
3.0
ENG
Sep 10, 2002

Very good guy, very helpfull.

4.0
2.0
COMM270
Sep 19, 2002

I am a huge Drew fan! His jokes are awesome! :)

5.0
2.0
COMM475
Sep 27, 2002

Great guy - great class

4.0
3.0
COMM105A
Sep 28, 2002

awesome, take his classes, c'mon he wrote a book on karaoke

5.0
4.0
490
Oct 18, 2002

Dr.Drew is the most funny person EVER! You can really learn alot from him

5.0
3.0
COMM475
Apr 8, 2003

Great teacher, great sense of humor, can't go wrong with Drew.

4.0
3.0
COMM105A
Apr 27, 2003

He is a good teacher, meaning he knows a lot about communications. However, he is extremely boring, and his test are rather difficult for such an easy-going teacher/ class.

5.0
2.0
COM105
May 6, 2003

No Comments

5.0
1.0
COMM475
Jun 17, 2003

Very funny guy. He is a very good singer too. His classes are very lively and interesting. What would you expect, he is a "popular culture expert". Anyone want a fun in class, take his class and you will NOT regret it....thats a promise.

4.0
2.0
COMM105
Sep 15, 2003

Dr. Drew is my favortie!He is flippin hilarious and I loved every second of his class especially when he made random sick and wrong out bursts and sang!!We have all his quotes and crazy thoughts on paper!! Love him!!! Take it I date you!!!

4.0
2.0
COMM105
Sep 16, 2003

Funny guy who is really easy going, definitely the best prof. I have

4.0
1.0
COMM105
Sep 22, 2003

hes a pretty easy teacher, gives review sheets that are basically the tests, tells tons of jokes, and you'll still be laughing at him even when he isnt

5.0
1.0
COMM270
Oct 16, 2003

Simply put...Da Bomb!!!!!!

5.0
3.0
COMM
Nov 6, 2003

The funnest professor I've had. Very nice, friendly, and smart. Pop Culture class was great.

5.0
2.0
CM530
Dec 3, 2003

The nicest, funniest professor I've ever had. Made starting grad school a blast! DEFINITELY take a Dr. Drew class if you can! And buy the guy's book, "Karaoke Nights," too -- it's good and if you ask nicely, he'll autograph it. :)

5.0
2.0
COMM270
Dec 10, 2003

Great teacher. Makes class interesting. Multiple choice/T & F tests. 3 short papers. Makes learning enjoyable.

5.0
2.0
COMM105A
Dec 12, 2003

He is really funny and an awesome teacher. I would take him again. gives really good curves on test. good class to take.

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COMM
Dec 20, 2003

His tests are from the book I think. Do the review and read, even if he doesn't mention it. Funny guy, but very dry humor. Sometimes made me sleepy!!

5.0
2.0
COMM270
Jan 5, 2004

Dr. Drew is very nice, down to earth, and funny. Classes can be somewhat boring,(but what classes aren't?) but you definately do not mind going to them. He makes it pretty fun, and is a good grader. He is my favorite teacher so far.

5.0
1.0
COM105A
Apr 2, 2004

THIS IS A MUST TAKE CLASS! The best prof. and person I have met at SVSU! He will make you laugh the entire class period and you will learn something. Great guy to talk to also, you have to take Dr. Drew, the man who wrote a book on **** people singing

5.0
1.0
COMM270
Apr 10, 2004

He's really cool on grading and gives paper topics that are actually interesting. He likes getting students' opinions and having class discussions. If you listen in class you don't even need to study, just print the notes.

5.0
3.0
COMM490
Apr 12, 2004

This was the best class I have taken at SVSU. Drew doesn't treat his students as kids, he tries to open up class discussion and let everyone talk. YOU MUST TAKE THIS CLASS!!

5.0
1.0
COMM
Apr 14, 2004

he's simply awesome. doesn't expect you to be a genious. if you understand what he's talking about, you'll be set by just copying the powerpoint slides down and looking at them for 10 minutes before the tests. papers are all very interesting topics.

3.0
2.0
COMM425
Grade: C
Aug 19, 2004

HE IS SO REPETETIVE!! Is was frustrating to watch him make Pop Culture so boring! He is about 10 years behing in his "culture". If you take hin bring lots of caffeine!

1.0
4.0
COMM105A
Sep 4, 2004

This teacher is so conceited, I dont know how he lives with himself, very boring.

3.0
2.0
COMM105A
Nov 23, 2004

I didn't mind him, one of the first classes I took here. Just know whats on the study guide for tests and you can get an A no problem. I am lazy, and I did just enough to get by and I got an A.

5.0
1.0
VARIOUSCOMM
Feb 19, 2005

Dr. Drew is very funny. He makes people feel comfortable. Very approachable, very accessable. He is my friend too. I remember the last day of class in comm 375 he sang Karioke to Bruce Springsteens "Born to run". Down to earth...maybe too down to earth? But still great!!

5.0
1.0
COMM475
Apr 1, 2005

Drew is the best prof I've had! Hilarious, he reminds be of Ben Stein with just a bit more spunk. Classes are always interesting. Take the notes on the overhead because thats whats on the test. I've never been bored in his class. If you like music you'll really enjoy this class!

5.0
2.0
VARIOUSCOMM
Jun 9, 2005

Get ready for a ride!!

5.0
1.0
COMM105
Jun 30, 2005

Very funny good teacher with a great personality. I would highly recommond him.

2.0
3.0
COMMUNICATIONS
Aug 30, 2005

No Comments

5.0
3.0
COMM379
Nov 8, 2005

What he said in class today when viewing a research film: "The part of the film where the female research assistant is beating up the bobo doll always gives me a speacial feeling."

5.0
2.0
COMM105A
Nov 18, 2005

Hes a really good guy to know. Hes really nice, but at times it seems hes a dumber than a doorknob. Classes are really boring, but tests are s traightforward. IF you study for test, and do well on the few minor presentaions, the class is a for sure A.

5.0
2.0
COMM270
Nov 29, 2005

I never got to hear him sing for real, but he busted out some 50 Cent for us one day. It was great. I think we spent an entire class listening to compilation CDs that students made and brought in. This guy is great.

2.0
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COMM270
Dec 8, 2005

funny guy. class's were sort of pointless, he screwed around alot. Classes were half ridiculously basic notes and half him cracking jokes and talking about his favorite music. he is funny, but it seems less about brightening the mood and more about him getting attention.

3.0
4.0
COMM105A
Dec 16, 2005

Class was extremely pointless. He would lecture every day off the readings, and that was it. Didn't really presnt the material very well. Spent more time in class watching the clock then actually paying any attention to him talk. Tests were a lot harder then they should have been, but the two out of class assignments were easy!

3.0
3.0
COMM105A
Jan 31, 2006

Interesting guy, says some goofy things but tries to keep the class interested. Pretty boring but not too bad. Study for the tests and your fine.

5.0
1.0
COMM350
Mar 9, 2006

Awesome teacher!!

2.0
1.0
COMM105A
Apr 13, 2006

No Comments

4.0
2.0
COMM105A
May 5, 2006

The class was extremely easy, but remember to study the terms A LOT!! I found the tests to be a little difficult, but just study and you should be okay. Other than that i enjoyed taking him he has a great sense of humor. Ps who ever said he was hot GROSS!

5.0
1.0
COMM475
Dec 14, 2006

Nice guy..and he's fair. Class discussions were interesting--keeps you awake in class. We always stayed for full 3 hours! (that was the only downfall of the class)

5.0
2.0
COMM379
Jan 10, 2007

Research Methods, boring topic. But Dr. Drew can make it interesting. Papers are super easy, research a little time consuming, but not bad if you do it early enough. Tests are simple, study the study guide and power points. Usually stayed for 2 out of the 3 hours. (sometimes a little longer). Poster session is a joke, very easy!!!

5.0
2.0
COMM390
Jun 8, 2007

Took New Media in Winter 2k7. Pretty straightforward Comm course, with a lot of redundant stuff from other courses, especially Media & Marketplace and Human Comm Theory. Drew makes the class enjoyable, and I found most of his comments on the papers helpful.

5.0
1.0
COMM105A
Jun 30, 2007

Whoever said the tests were hard in his class must never have looked at the power points or never went to class. The questions on the tests are word for word from the power points and he gives reviews. A few exams, a 5 page paper, and two speeches is all you do, and for someone who doesn't like public speaking, it couldn't have been easier.

3.0
5.0
COMM379
Feb 15, 2008

Stay away from this professor if you are not his favorite then you are not going to get the grade you deserve.

4.0
1.0
COMM379
Apr 28, 2008

Drew is just a nice guy. Some may say kinda lame, but he means the best, and is a good prof. Didn't learn a whole lot about Research Methods, but I did gain knowledge in this area. If you just talk to him and honestly put forth an effort ya can't really fail. Projects for this class did take time out of class, but nothing too hard.

5.0
3.0
COMM105A
Jun 19, 2008

Easy to follow, Good visual use. Answers question well and stays on track

5.0
3.0
COMM223
Aug 28, 2008

Really funny guy, If you enjoy intellectual humor. Kinda hot in a nerdy guy kind of way.

4.0
2.0
COMM475
Sep 16, 2008

Drew definitely has his moments of being a pretty good guy. However, staying awake through his class can be a challenge at times. His classes are pretty easy, but don't expect an A, cuz he hardly gives ONE out per semester.

4.0
4.0
COMM379
Nov 20, 2008

Book isn't really necessary, just pay attention to power points. Really nice guy and will help whenever he can - good professor, will make you work for your grade. Class can be boring, but he's probably not very interested in research methods either.

5.0
2.0
COMM475
Aug 26, 2010

He was for sure my favorite professor that I have had at SVSU. I seemed to love what he was teaching and has a great sense of humor. He graded very fair and his test were easy as long as you went over the power points a couple times.

5.0
2.0
COMMCDM
Jan 13, 2011

His classes are interesting but somehow not everyone is involved. He is good but sometimes class discussions go off track. I used to get very sleepy in class.:-p Overall,a good prof. , quite witty too

5.0
3.0
COMM475
Aug 29, 2011

Such a great professor. Really knows the material he teaches, definitely has a passion for the music. Great stories, too; at least one gem of a quote every class. Great one-on-one if you have problems or if you just want to talk. Tests are easy. He'll take everything from the study guide and some tests will be written in order of it. Overall awesom

5.0
2.0
COMM379
Nov 9, 2011

Great professor. :) Class can be a little boring at times, but he has a quirky sense of humor that everyone seems to enjoy. You do not need to purchase the text book for this class; the powerpoints will work just fine. Glad I took such a hard course with him! He's very helpful.

5.0
3.0
COMM475
Feb 7, 2012

I absolutely loved my time spent in this class. I took it in the Spring of 2011 and it was refreshing. He has a true passion for what he teaches. Music is important to him. 3 tests, a 10 page paper (it's not as bad as it sounds, quite easy actually), and a final. Great class, even better professor!

5.0
1.0
COMM105
Sep 17, 2012

Very easy. Very up to date with pop culture which makes class interesting, fun and easy to learn. I would highly suggest taking him. Took him in the summer. Easy exams that matched the study guide, two speeches and a easy paper. Is also understanding that not everyone is a communication major, and doesn't treat the class as such. A+++++++

5.0
3.0
COMM379
Apr 10, 2013

Dr. Drew is awesome! This class was extremely straight forward and he was always there to help! he made Research methods some what fun! overall a great class! he does base his research on quantitative research but is not opposed to qualitative!

5.0
3.0
COM379
Apr 10, 2013

Dr. Drew is such a fun guy! Makes such a boring and mandatory class fun! Doing my own research project was a good experience and he was always there to help if needed.

5.0
3.0
COMM475
Aug 14, 2013

Excellent professor! Very interesting subject overall; loved every class. Highly recommended to anyone with interest in Pop Culture. Not easy, but take the time to work on the papers and participate in class discussion and you shouldn't have any issues. I plan on taking Dr. Drew at least 2 more times in the fall. TAKE HIM.

5.0
1.0
COM105A
Jul 6, 2014

Very much enjoyed the class. While a lot of the material came from the book, they were discussed at length in class. Dr. Drew is funny, thoughtful in his questions and responses, and a great teacher to have. I would take him again.

5.0
2.0
COMM370
Grade: B+
Jul 6, 2014

Very interesting class. Dr. Drew knew quite a bit of social media, but was also very eager to learn from the students, which I thought was neat. Discussions would sometimes take a detour, but overall it was related to the class material and a lot of fun to be a part of.

4.0
1.0
COMM370
Grade: A
Aug 6, 2014

Dr. Drew is one of a kind. He definitely gets distracted and off topic quite a bit but it makes class fun. I sometimes felt like going to class was a waste of my time but I did learn quite a bit about media and society. If you want a blow off class take this.

5.0
2.0
COMM270
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2014

Dr. Drew is quirky and hilarious. Lecture discussion can stray from the material a bit, but it's all in good fun. I would definitely take him again.

2.0
4.0
COMM270105A
Grade: B+
Feb 12, 2015

Dr. Drew is a nice guy, he has a very dry sense of humor and sometimes takes offense in class when you have a disagreeing opinion. Many times I have watched him get angry at students when they question something, especially his assignments. His assignments may be clear to him, but if you don't understand, good luck!

3.0
2.0
COMM475
Grade: A+
Apr 22, 2015

His lectures are interesting there is never a dull moment. You can learn something but you have to pay attention to do so. Be ready to watch Youtube videos.

5.0
2.0
COMM475
May 3, 2015

Dr. Drew will forever be one of the best professors at SVSU. He's hilarious and even though lectures can stray from the material a bit, I always looked forward to the zany antics that ensued with each class.

4.0
2.0
COMM375
Grade: B-
Nov 20, 2015

He is hilarious if you understand his humor. It is always entertaining every class. I would definitely take him again

4.0
2.0
COMM375
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2016

Don't take this class unless you have a true appreciation for film. You will learn a lot, but the exams are no joke. Dr. Drew is hilarious, like all the reviews say.

3.0
2.0
COMM379
Apr 27, 2016

Research methods is a dry topic, but Dr. Drew does his best to lighten the material. You can never be sure what he's going to say next, which keeps things interesting. The midterm exam is really long (95 questions) and relatively difficult, but the final wasn't bad.

3.0
3.0
COMM105A
Grade: B
Jan 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Robert is a nice & quirky professor. Very lecture heavy and it does get incredibly boring at times but he tries to keep it light. The class has very few grading opportunities so be careful or your grade will suffer. The speeches aren't very hard but he grades them pretty tough. He also doesn't give any real feedback whatsoever which I didn't like

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
COM105A
Jan 14, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Drew isnt the worst professor but the class is super lecture heavy and all of the notes are accessible online. He grades super hard especially when the assignments he gave were very vague in what he asked for. He is also very dry but he connects the vocab to real life experiences which is nice!

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
COM379
Grade: A
Mar 21, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Drew is super funny, there are not many assignments which is good or bad, depending on whether or not you do well on them. He is super understanding and helps anyway he can. Never have needed any books for any of the classes I have taken from him.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
COMM105
Grade: A
May 28, 2020
Would take again

I loved Dr. Drew. He is hilarious, laidback, and super helpful and encouraging. Make sure you come to class, participate, and do the assignments since there are not a lot of overall points that go toward your final grade. But overall, it was an extremely fun and laidback class.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
COMM270
Grade: A-
Aug 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

While Prof Drew's lectures are funny they are often boring. He doesn't respond to email but will talk to you in class. He's very strict when grading papers (there were 2) and the exams are long (100 questions) and difficult (there were 2 exams). If you want an A in this class you will have to work REALLY hard.

Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
COMM270
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

He could be a little patronizing, but all-around great guy and good professor. The content of the class was boring at times, but he made it more enjoyable. Grades on attendance, a couple papers, and a midterm + final. Attendance is mandatory, but he has fair options for making it up. All you needed to use was in lecture, didn't open the book once

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
COM379
Grade: A-
Apr 27, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Drew is hilarious! He does make research methods a very interesting class. Putting forth your best effort is absolutely necessary to do well in this class since there are only 3 assignments and 2 exams that determine the final grade. Do high quality work and you'll do fine in this course. He is also very quick to grade assignments.

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
4.0
2.0
COMM105B
Grade: A-
May 3, 2023
Would take again

Professor Drew is a standard, run-of-the-mill professor. He is good at his job and his class is simple. If you need this class for a general education credit I would recommend. He is going to push you to have good speeches but it is in the name of improvement.

Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
COMM105B
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2023
Would take again

I ABSOLUTELY LOVED HIM! He was so kind and funny, and I enjoyed his class so much! I would 1000% take his class again. His lectures were fine and I loved his humor. He gave great feedback which really boosted my public speaking skills. I you have a chance to take one of his classes, DO IT! :)

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
3.0
COM105
Grade: A
Mar 13, 2024

His class was overall easy but lectures were very boring. If you do not enjoy being publicaly criticized do not take his class. He would spend at least five minutes after a speech to give feedback, good or bad, in front of the class. He was not afraid to make comments that would ruin your self confidence!

5.0
2.0
COMM105B
Grade: A-
Apr 29, 2024
Would take again

Great Professor! I would take his class again if I got the chance. He talks in a kinda monotone voice but he jokes around about it. As long as you participate in class and put effort into your speeches you'll do great. The only thing I didn't like was how every speech was either alphabetical or reverse alphabetical.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
COMM105B
Grade: A
Aug 11, 2024
Would take again

Even as someone who struggles with social anxiety, I felt comfortable in this class. He's super funny, the lectures are simple and he gets through them as quick as he can. Allows students to give each other constructive feedback which is really helpful, and he gives great feedback too. Highly recommend for anyone else with social anxiety!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
COMM105B
Oct 28, 2024
Would take again

Favorite class so far and I hate public speaking. He creates a very welcome environment and is very friendly. He gives great feedback and encourages others to give theirs as well. Assignments are speeches that are adequately spaced out and few exams. Highly recommend!!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
3.0
COM379
Grade: B-
Apr 22, 2025
Would take again

Lecture heavy!! The lecture can be boring as it is long, but he makes sure to interact with his students throughout. He is always happy to help his students. He is such a nice and compassionate professor. 1 big project that is worked on throughout the semester.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
COMM270
Grade: B
Dec 4, 2025
Would take again

Actually my favorite class. Get ready for extremely long lectures, but if you sit through them and listen he's actually a great guy. Super nice, engages in conversation with students, and there's only two assignments which are papers that you're told about a month in advance. Boring lectures, but an overall good class and professor.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Caring
3.0
2.0
COM105
Grade: A-
Dec 14, 2025

talks SO SLOW, I wish I could but him on 2x speed. He's such a harsh grader with speeches. Also, GO to class. I was doing well in the class, and then he put in the participation/attendance grade, and even though I answered every question easily, I was still given a 40/50 because of a few missed classes, which made me end with an A-.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
COMM105A
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2025
Would take again

Absolutely loved him, he is an amazing professor who loves what he does. He keeps class interesting and interactive 10/10 would recommend taking this class.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

65%

Textbook Required

54%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 23 grades
Most common grades:
A (8)
A- (5)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(9)B(5)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(8)
Based on 23 reported grades
A: 8
A-: 5
B+: 3
B: 3
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (9)
Hilarious (7)
Graded by few things (7)
Participation matters (5)
Tough grader (4)
Lecture heavy (3)
Caring (3)
LECTURE HEAVY (2)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.03 avg change
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Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

490

5.0

(1)

CM530

5.0

(2)

COMM490

5.0

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VARIOUSCOMM

5.0

(2)

COMM350

5.0

(1)
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Difficulty by Course

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4.0

COMM270105A

4.0

CM530

3.0

ENG

3.0

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3.0

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