4.6

Stephen Drucker

Chemistry - University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire

4.6
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
92%
Would Retake
105
Reviews
4.6
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
4.7
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

92%

Would Retake

105

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

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What Students Say

Great guy and probably the best professor you will get

CHEM103 - 5.0 rating

Drucker is a fantastic prof

CHEM103 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

57%

Textbook Required

44%

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95% confidence
Based on 40 grades
Most common grades:
A (16)
A- (10)
B+ (5)
Grade Distribution
A(17)B(4)C(3)D(2)F(0)A-/B+(15)
Based on 46 reported grades
A: 16
A-: 10
B+: 5
Not sure yet: 3
Common Tags
Hilarious (27)
Caring (17)
Accessible outside class (17)
Lecture heavy (12)
Clear grading criteria (8)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (8)
Respected (7)
Gives good feedback (7)
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Ratings by Course

CHEMQUAN

5.0

(1)

CHEM213

5.0

(3)

CHEM434

5.0

(2)

CHEM115

4.9

(31)

CHEM103

4.8

(34)
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Difficulty by Course

CHEMQUAN

4.0

CHEM213

3.0

CHEM115

2.8

CHEM105

2.7

CHEM103

2.7

Reviews (105)
5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Oct 3, 2003

Good Prefessor; gets involved in students education; very helpful

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Oct 20, 2003

he's a great teacher and makes chemsitry really easy to understand

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Apr 27, 2004

Really helpful! Always answers questions through e-mail quickly, and holds help sessions every week. Explains lecture material in an easy to understand way.

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Apr 29, 2004

This guy is great. His help sessions are very useful, and he is always there to answer your questions whether they be through email or during his office hours. I would definately recomend him!!

5.0
2.0
CHEM115
May 16, 2004

great helpful all the time

5.0
2.0
CHEM115
May 18, 2004

Don't freak out if you take this class. He tries to scare you off during the first two weeks. He'll take as long as it takes to explain stuff and make sure everyone understands.

5.0
4.0
CHEM115
Nov 13, 2004

He will seem intimidating the first few days, but hes a great lecturer. He is really a smart guy, and a great teacher. His class is tough but he will help you if you really want a good grade.

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Nov 17, 2004

He is an excellent teacher and is so good about making sure you understand what he is teaching. If you ever need help he is always more than willing to take time for you. Super nice guy!!

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Nov 30, 2004

He is an awesome teacher, and he will make sure that you understand everything if you ask him. The help sessions are a GREAT idea to go to b/c he will walk you through the problem sets. The class is accelerated, but if you make sure you understand the material, the tests are fine. Very smart guy.

5.0
5.0
CHEM115
Apr 2, 2005

Very tough at the beginning for those about physical chemistry but it would be much easier for the other materials. Exams are tough and you must go through the whole text book to get a good grade. NOt many people can do so. I can't between whoelse can teach this class better than him.

5.0
2.0
CHEM115
Apr 23, 2008

AWESOME PROF! I failed this class last semester with a different prof because nothing was explained. Drucker cleared everything up. He's extremely clear in lecture and ties in the lab material. If it's needed, he'll slow down on a topic to make sure everyone understands. Take Drucker for any chem class you can!!

5.0
4.0
CHEM115
Sep 26, 2008

Considering the rigorous course material, he explains everything in a way that helps those who don't understand while still keeping a good pace. Very laid-back and reasonable.

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Nov 25, 2008

Excellent professor!He's very good at explaining difficult concepts & making them easy to understand-humorous too. Always willing to help & doesn't make u feel stupid-he welcomes questions during lecture&lab. The material in this course would probably be really confusing if taught by anyone else-just listen, do the readings, & get help if needed :)

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Dec 2, 2008

GREAT GREAT PROF! I truly enjoyed his class everyday! Which is good cause the class itself is extremely rigorous! 6crs is a huge class but he really makes it all clear! I finished the class with a great fundamental understanding of chemistry! TAKE HIM!

5.0
2.0
CHEM115
Dec 8, 2008

AWESOME, GREAT, AMAZING! Some of the words i would use to describe this guy. He made this class seem so easy and i think the entire class just absorbed the material like a sponge. It is quite clear he loves his job and loves teaching, actualy TEACHING! I can't wait to take him for physical chem!

5.0
2.0
CHEM115
Dec 17, 2008

Drucker is an amazing professor. CHEM 115 is a class that covers a lot of material in very little time, but Drucker still manages to explain everything perfectly. He also can be a very funny guy in some of his lectures. I highly recommend him.

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Mar 5, 2009

Drucker can be slightly intimidating at the beginning of the term, but after the first week or so he's much more cool and relaxed. His class is quite manageable if you just come to lecture and do the problem sets--they help a lot with the exams. Lab reports are easy. I got an A- (would have been an A had I not run out of time on a few of the exams)

5.0
2.0
CHEM115
Apr 23, 2009

probably my favorite teacher here. definitely one of the most helpful teachers i have encountered. he is hilarious and i would take one of his classes again in a heartbeat.

4.0
3.0
CHEM103
Nov 3, 2009

I am a student in his first Chem 103 course ever and he has made it fun and interesting, even for people like me who aren't big chem fans. =) i actually look forward to his lectures, how many college students can say that?

5.0
2.0
CHEM103
Nov 17, 2009

I also am in his first ever 103 section. Although I feel like he goes into way too much detail, he is an awesome professor. He is willing to do whatever to make you understand the material. If you email him a question he will respond. He tries to put humor in every lecture. The work he gives is just the right amount.

5.0
1.0
CHEM103
Dec 4, 2009

Been really inspirational and has made me really interested in chemistry. Actually cares and knows your name in a massive lecture hall. Always willing to help and answers questions by email almost immediately. favorite professor hands down, and it was his 1st time for chem 103. Laid back and makes chem interesting.

4.0
4.0
CHEM103
Dec 6, 2009

Druck is a cheesy professor. I am in his first chem 103 class and it is boring as hell. He responds fast to your emails but in class he expects you to know everything. Take someone else.

5.0
2.0
CHEM103
Dec 9, 2009

Professor Drucker is my favorite! He's very clear in his lectures and is also extremely helpful when questions are asked. Even has extra office hours to help out. Amazing prof. I would definitely take him again.

5.0
4.0
CHEM103
Dec 10, 2009

Great professor, makes class interesting and entertaining. Definitely take him if you have to take chem

5.0
4.0
CHEM103
Jan 7, 2010

Dr. Drucker is a really good professor. I struggle with math, and this class was especially challenging for me. Drucker was great about answering email questions promptly and meeting with me outside of class. He knows chemistry is tough for some, and does everything he can to help his students "get it." I'd take him again in a heartbeat.

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Jan 25, 2010

He's a great professor. Chem isn't always an easy subject but he tries to make it as fun and as clear as possible. He's always available to help outside of class which is great. Don't really need to read the textbook just show up to class. Would definitely take him again.

5.0
2.0
CHEM103
May 1, 2010

Prof. Drucker is top-line. He's very clear when it comes to describing the material in lecture. He loves to answer questions. Drucker's assignments and tests are straightforward and lucid. He makes sure you understand chemistry. I would love to take another class with him.

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Oct 4, 2010

VERY good teacher. I am majoring in Nursing and was very worried about having to take this class but he was an excellent professor. He is extremely helpful, loves answering questions, and has straightforward tests and notes. Just put the time in to ask him questions and do the readings (very few) and attend class and you should do very well!

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Nov 18, 2010

Stephen Drucker is definitely one of my favorite teachers I've ever had. His class isn't easy, but the proffesor is very engaging and helpful. He understands that not everyone has an easy time with Chemistry and takes the time to help and clearly explain all the concepts in his class. Little reading, just enough to provide some background.

5.0
2.0
CHEM103
Nov 24, 2010

Chemistry is not my strong point, so I am soo glad I got Dr. Drucker as my professor! He's always willing to help you if you have any questions in the lecture or problem sets. He also lets you use your lab manual and any notes you have on the lab practicle. If you ask he will basically walk you through what to do step, by step! Take him!

5.0
1.0
CHEM103
Dec 13, 2010

TAKE DR D!!!! he is seriously the most amazing teacher i have ever had! he is really willing to help and answers you emails within hours! i took AP chem last year and ididnt do very well but Dr D makes chemistry really easy! Also, he does not test you on anything that he doesnt cover in class so it is so perfect!

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Dec 31, 2010

I took this class with another professor previously & got a D-, but I retook it with Dr. D & got a B! He makes sure that you understand & although weekly homework sucks, it really does help come test time. Let's face it, we are never going to do example problems unless they're being graded!

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Mar 19, 2011

Excellent professor! Chemistry in college was much more difficult for me than it was in high school, but he was very helpful in helping me with the homework problems, understanding the concepts, and preparing me for the exams. He's a little odd, but I would definitely recommend you take him!

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Apr 17, 2011

Excellent Professor! ALWAYS helps you when you ask for it --usually will give you the correct answer for homework problems if you at least go in for help. Exams weren't too bad, he gives points for trying, even if it's wrong. Very into what he teaches. Overall an awesome professor!

5.0
4.0
CHEMQUAN
Oct 5, 2011

BEST TEACHER ON CAMPUS. Had him for 103 and quant and if i'm lucky i'll get him for p chem. It's hard to find a professor who is brilliant and can teach but drucker has it all. Could not ask for a better teacher.

5.0
2.0
CHEM103
Nov 1, 2011

AWESOME PROFESSOR! Dr. Drucker is a great professor who makes chemistry fun and interesting. He does great demonstrations in class and he keeps the class fun. He is also always happy to help and he will make time to help you outside of class. Take him if u can! :)

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Nov 29, 2011

great guy. could not ask for a better prof. makes everything very easy to understand

4.0
5.0
CHEM103
Dec 1, 2011

Such a nice guy. Pretty understanding and flexible. One of the best professors I've ever had.

5.0
3.0
CHEM213
Dec 7, 2011

He gives his tests based mostly on his lectures, and is super helpful in lab. Always answers your questions thoroughly. Definitely take 103 or 213 with him if you can!

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Dec 13, 2011

Great Prof! He is SUPER helpful and likes to make sure your understanding the material. Lectures can get a little repetitive, but it makes the content clear. DEF ask him for help whenever. TAKE HIM!

5.0
1.0
CHEM103
Dec 15, 2011

He was really good. He sometimes went on a little too much about picky things that were most likely learned in high school chemistry, though. He was really helpful and available if you had questions out of class.

5.0
2.0
CHEM103
Jan 25, 2012

Best professor I've had so far! So clear an helpful. You will learn a lot and you will RETAIN a lot, which is the best part! If you can take him, DO IT! :)

5.0
4.0
CHEM213
May 22, 2012

I would say the class is more frustrating than it is difficult, but Dr. D relieves that a lot. He's always willing to help, like literally. He even had office hours on a Sunday! Great professor.

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Dec 4, 2013

Very Easy to understand and willing to help when you need it.

3.0
2.0
CHEM104
Apr 23, 2014

Lecture can be always confusing and not be found in the textbook. exam can be pretty easy if you study well on your own. unhelpful notes from lecture. Pretty funny guy and can make good jokes.

5.0
1.0
CHEM104
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 1, 2014

Professor Drucker is super helpful. During lecture, he likes to get off topic slightly but he knows he has a tendency to do so, so he digresses and makes a joke a moves on. His tests aren't too hard as long as you study a moderate amount. While doing homework, you can email him pictures of your homework and he'll tell you what you're doing wrong.

5.0
2.0
CHEM104
May 6, 2014

Stephen is an excellent professor. He is more than willing to help and teaches in an effective manner. He made the class a lot easier than most chemistry professors would have. I highly recommend taking him.

5.0
2.0
CHEM104
May 18, 2014

Very helpful professor! Chem 104 is more math based and i suck at math! if you see him during his office hrs he is more than happy to help! Very quick at responding to questions via email! His lab can seem to drag, only complaint I really have! Definitely take Drucker :)

5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Dec 19, 2014

Dr. Drucker really is a great chemistry professor. He's always very clear on what you'll be tested on and even holds optional review sessions before exams. Lecture isn't mandatory, but he tests on lecture content and rarely uses the textbook, so it's best to attend. Only complaint is that labs can tend to drag on as he over-explains things.

4.0
3.0
CHEM103
Feb 14, 2015

He is really funny and knows how to relate with his students even in a big lecture. Even if you are in a challenging class he takes problems step by step and works everything out very thoroughly to make sure every student understands! Homework he assigns is a bit different in class, but is just challenging you and willing to help

5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Dec 3, 2015

He keeps the class fun. Super willing to help which is important for a chemistry lab. Makes sure you understand. If you do the labs right, you will get an A.

4.0
2.0
CHEM103
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2015

I would highly suggest having Drucker for a lab professor. He is very good at explaining instructions and is always willing to help his students.

5.0
4.0
CHEM103
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2015

This class was hard for me. But, with him, I was able to understand it. He personally held review sessions for every test and was very helpful speaking one on one in his office. During lectures, notes need to be taken but he is pretty clear in what he expects and is pretty funny. He uses props and tells funny stories. He is very funny. A great man.

5.0
2.0
CHEM213
May 13, 2016

Eight hours of this class a week is not fun. Lectures are extremely boring and drag on, but luckily the class is mostly lab based. But Prof. Drucker is a really great professor. He is not too tough, replies quick to emails and is very helpful. He does not give many exams, so your final grade is heavily based on lab reports (which are fairly easy).

4.0
3.0
CHEM103
Grade: C
Apr 17, 2017
Would take again

This guy makes chemistry tolerable. I dread chemistry & even though I struggled with this class is was b/c of the subject definitely not the professor. If you go & ask him a question he's very good at explaining things in a different way for you to understand. He's also pretty fair with grading things. Bonus: He makes stupid jokes that are funny

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Drucker is a fantastic prof! Is always willing to spend lots of time helping if you don't understand something and is a very funny prof. Weekly homework sets can be a bit challenging but he always will help if you ask. Definitely recommend!

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Grade: A
May 8, 2017
Would take again

Very nice and funny guy, don't be afraid to ask questions! Very approachable and tries to keep lectures interesting.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
CHEM103
Grade: A
May 25, 2017
Would take again

Great guy and probably the best professor you will get. He is super lenient and will work with you on anything. He is one of the few professors who likes it when people go to his office hours. The best thing overall is that you actually learn the material and have fun with him. TAKE HIM!!!!!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHEM103
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

He is easily the best chem prof at UWEC. Take him for labs if possible. He is willing to help you understand questions in class and doesn't try to trick you. Takes awhile to explain directions in lab but he does it to help you and make sure you understand everything before you start. You wont get a better lab prof than him.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Would take again
4.0
1.0
CHEM105
Oct 4, 2018
Would take again

Show up to class. He is pretty funny and easy to understand.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CHEM105
Oct 23, 2018
Would take again

He makes lecture super fun. I got by without reading anything from the textbook. We only have homework once a week.

Tough Grader
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 7, 2018
Would take again

I took chem my first year of college and ending up having to drop it and was nervous taking it again. However, he is an amazing professor and would recommend him to anyone! He likes to make sure you understand the material. He makes a lot fo jokes which lightens the class. GO TO THE WEEKLY OFFICE HOURS! Super helpful.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
3.0
4.0
CHEM105
Grade: C+
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

He is really nice and makes jokes. But he is really hard to follow during class. The tests are hard and he sometimes gives book readings. Easy to reach outside of class and responds to emails really fast!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
CHEM115
Dec 18, 2018
Would take again

Probably one of the kindest and funniest professors ever. Will take time out of his day to clearly explain the subject you are learning. Generous with grading.

Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHEM115
Dec 24, 2018
Would take again

He is super funny and very approachable, and will take time to explain anything you ask him. He is generous with grading, and an all around amazing professor. I highly recommend him.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CHEM103
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2018
Would take again

Hadn't taken chem since sophomore year of high school and was in chem 105. He really helped me catch up on what I had forgotten and was great at explaining the material. There are weekly problem set assignments, but if you go to office hours you are in for an easy A.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CHEM105
Grade: A-
Jan 24, 2019
Would take again

Drucker was a great professor! If you go to his office hours you are almost guaranteed an A. He goes through every problem set question with you and he is good at preparing students for tests.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
CHEM103
Grade: A-
Feb 13, 2019
Would take again

Steve is a fantastic professor, especially for chem, a typically difficult class. GO TO OFFICE HOURS!!! He gives all the answers for problem sets. He doesn't take attendance, but going to class is where you learn test material. Tests are reasonable. Study materials help. Problem sets are harder than the tests.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
CHEM105
Grade: B
Nov 18, 2019
Would take again

I loved Steve! He's so funny and knows what he's talking about. The class if very lecture heavy which is fine but you really need to take notes. Sometimes he'll give us a reading assignment but other times will write something himself for us to read so you never really need the textbook.

Graded by few things
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
CHEM105
Dec 15, 2019
Would take again

Steve was a great guy to listen to in lecture. He does go quickly sometimes and glosses over important things but if you ask, he's more than willing to explain again. The only grades in the class are from problem sets and the tests so if you aren't careful one assignment can tank your grade. But he is really easy to talk to and get help from.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Dec 27, 2019
Would take again

Best chemistry professor at UWEC. He will always make time for you outside of class and will explain things until you get it! 10/10 would recommend!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM105
Grade: A-
Mar 6, 2020
Would take again

Steve is AWESOME! He's a kind and caring teacher who's willing to work with you. He's really lenient and the class is very easy for a chem class. It's not mandatory but you should go to lectures because that's what he bases his tests on. GO TO OFFICE HOURS--he literally gives you the answers and the study guides are exactly the same as the tests.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
CHEM105
Grade: A
May 15, 2020
Would take again

This professor is so funny. His lectures are easy to listen to and I got an easy A in this class. Even though you may be tempted to skip his lecture, don't. I got an A because I took notes, paid attention, and went to tutoring. Every week he gives out a packet that's due the following week. I suggest going to the student chem tutors. VERY HELPFUL!

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
CHEM434
Grade: A
May 25, 2020
Would take again

Great guy, great professor! Very understanding and relaxed. It's not hard to earn an A. He breaks down the material well in lectures and the practice problems he posts are directly related to his tests and quizzes so definitely use them to study. I would 100% recommend taking him if you can!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM104
Grade: A-
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

Steve is a very nice professor who cordially answers emails quickly; there aren't many chances for extra credit, but there are many lecture quizzes and problem sets to make up for that.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
CHEM105
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2020
Would take again

Steve made an online class fun! Take chem with him if you are able to!!!

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
CHEM434
Grade: A+
May 14, 2021
Would take again

We love Steve. Whatever class you have with him I am confident it will be the highlight of your chemistry-related degree. He is an excellent professor that is truly in touch with the students and Gen-Z culture. Admittedly in class you might not learn a TON (live by the skip every third class rule and you'll be fine), but he's hella fun.

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM105
Grade: A
Aug 16, 2021
Would take again

Steve is my favorite professor currently at UW-Eau Claire. It's a shame I'm not a chemistry major. He cares about his students and understands the turmoil we're put through. He's very good at explaining things to the point to where a monkey could understand him. I found myself asking him for help in my OTHER chemistry classes because he's that good

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
CHEM105
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2021
Would take again

A lot of professors aren't great teachers. Steve is. And he has a dry sense of humor. The pacing is nice and slow. He cares about teaching the "why" behind the content (in a way that a layperson can understand). Highly recommend!

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
CHEM105
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2021
Would take again

Steve is a great professor! He always responds to emails/questions promptly and he always makes lectures so much fun. There hasn't been one lecture where he doesn't make the whole class laugh. He doesn't like to use the textbook so everything you need to know for the tests are in his lectures, so they are important. Highly recommend!

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
CHEM105
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

Steve is not only a professor but also a part-time comedian. He has great knowledge of the subject and teaches it in a clear way that is easy to learn. There is a post-lecture quiz (4-5 questions) most days which I think helps keep the information circulating in your brain after class. For anyone who struggles with chemistry, take Steve :)

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
CHEM105
Mar 29, 2022
Would take again

Professor Drucker was great! He was very funny and made sure his class knew the material. The only problem was that he was always way behind what you would learn in the lab portion of the class. This made lab extremely difficult. Either way, he is still a great teacher and makes things easy to understand!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
CHEM115
Grade: A
May 19, 2022
Would take again

Had Steve for CHEM109 lab. Decided to bite the bullet and take an evening lab just because of Steve, 100% worth it. He is hilarious, super patient, and doesn't make you feel stupid. Had I stayed the entire lab to keep asking questions rather than finishing at my dorm, I could've ended with 100%. Great guy, highly recommend

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
3.0
CHEM105
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 22, 2022

He doesn't use slides or presentations to teach. It seemed he just wrote on the whiteboard whatever he thought was important. I had no idea what we were learning. He has a sense of humor and cares for students, but I do not recommend. especially for visual learners or if science isn't your strong suit.

4.0
1.0
CHEM115
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Drucker was such a nice professor, he really cares about his students and is willing to help however he can. His prelab lectures were extremely long and rather repetitive though so if you have him at 8am be prepared to nearly fall asleep!

Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Grade: A-
Feb 28, 2024
Would take again

I absolutely love Steve. We had a homework assignment once a week that was pretty easy. He was great about answering questions. He truly cared about every single student and made sure to know them. The class was very lecture heavy and his tests were a little difficult. He did grade fairly easy however and gave out a lot of partial credit.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
4.0
5.0
CHEM115
Grade: B+
Apr 23, 2024

Drucker is great...if you already know the material before taking the class. It is a difficult switch from 105/106 and he is so smart I don't think he understands the lack of knowledge we had going into 109. He is very easy to get for office hours and willing to meat outside his times, please reach out to him, he will help you most likely. Very fun

4.0
3.0
CHEM109
Grade: B+
May 19, 2024
Would take again

Steve is an awesome professor, he's really easy going and funny. Yet the only issue is that he's almost too smart to be teaching a 100 level chem course, so he overestimates our chem abilities and it can be a bit confusing. However, he's really helpful with office hours and q&a's for each exam, and does his best to help us succeed.

Hilarious
Caring
Lecture heavy
4.0
1.0
CHEM115
Grade: A
May 22, 2024
Would take again

Professor Drucker was extremely caring and provided great insight, especially one-on-one. That said, his lectures were pretty dry and repetitive. It was helpful to attend, but sometimes hard to get through. His tests and homework were covered in lecture, and textbook reading was extremely minimal. The expectations for this class were pretty low.

Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
CHEM109
Grade: B+
Jun 6, 2024
Would take again

Stephen was great, but very lecture heavy (you HAVE to go to lecture as he does not post materials, or at least have someone send it to you, but even then he may say something important you may miss). Also make sure to do the homework (it highly effects your grade), do the readings and practice exams (those are super helpful)

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
CHEM109
Grade: B-
Jul 9, 2024
Would take again

Drucker is an awesome guy, just not always on top of his stuff. His explanation of things are hard to understand sometimes. He veers off topic a bit too. Overall he's great and I felt like I grasped CHEM 109 pretty well, but I also watched Khan Academy, so...

Participation matters
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2024
Would take again

He was amazing - I'm a slower learner and I liked how direct he was with his teachings - I had him for my lab portion and would highly recommend him for lab especially. My only complaint was I wish he had more office hours available but is easy to connect with over email. He's also pretty funny.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CHEM115
Grade: B
Jan 24, 2025
Would take again

Took Steve for my lab portion of chem 115. Steve is one of the kindest and best profs I've ever had. He is so funny, clear with his lessons, and truly cares. If you reach out to Steve or attend his office hours he will explain in-depth any questions you have. I would highly suggest taking him for lab to balance out the harder lecture portion.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
4.0
3.0
CHEM115
Grade: A-
Feb 24, 2025
Would take again

Professor Drucker is caring and helpful, though his lectures can be dry. The work is manageable, and he's great in office hours. Using unstuck AI and the free textbook helped me succeed.

4.0
3.0
CHEM109
Grade: B+
Mar 31, 2025
Would take again

main sum of grade is exams. nice guy, knows his stuff, but kind of a boring lecturer. goes over the same topic multiple times. gives lots of examples problems. frequent issues/mistakes with homework, so make sure to check your email and that can be kind of frustrating. overall good

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
CHEM105
Grade: A
Apr 8, 2025
Would take again

Solid dude, very chill, but you can also tell if he decided to he could flip on that hella estudious noggin he got up there and crank out up a cure for MS in like 20 minutes. Genuinely kinda concerned he's too smart for this place and its like when you put an elephant in a cage for too long and they go insane, the man needs his intellectual freedom

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
CHEM109
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 12, 2025
Would take again

Steve is awesome. He is so kind and genuinely cares for his students. He's funny and makes lectures entertaining (even for an 8am). His exams are pretty simple, he also provides last year's exams to study with! Would definitely reccommend his class to anyone!!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
CHEM109
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 29, 2025
Would take again

He has to be one of my favorite professors I've had. I struggle with chemistry, but I actually understand what is going on when he teaches. He makes sure to explain it in a way that is understandable, not throw it on the board and move on like other professors. He is one of the few professors who say they want you to succeed and actually mean it

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
CHEM109
Grade: A-
May 13, 2025
Would take again

Steve changed my outlook on chemistry as a whole. I typically struggle in chem, but he goes over every detail of every concept to ensure it's being understood. I had his 8am lecture, and I always looked forward to it. He cares, communicates, and teaches perfectly. I hold him in the highest regard. Easily the best professor I've ever had.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
CHEM109
Grade: A
May 14, 2025
Would take again

Steve is one of the best professors I have encountered at UWEC. He incorporates his witty humor into the 8am lectures to keep students interested. He explains chemistry concepts thoroughly. He is easy to reach out to. His office hours are a good place to get to know Steve. Explaining gen chem is like breathing oxygen to him.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM109
Grade: A-
May 15, 2025
Would take again

Overall a great professor!

Hilarious
Caring
Accessible outside class
2.0
3.0
CHEM105
Grade: B
Dec 1, 2025

Steve is an amazing person with a good sense of humor and a kind attitude but I hated his lectures. My lecture took place in Phillips 007 and he never used the microphone system so its extremely hard to hear him. Steve also has a unique way of explaining things, basically he completely un-teaches you the concept or confuses the hell out of you.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
4.0
4.0
CHEM105
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2025
Would take again

Very nice guy and answered questions any questions asked during lecture. He was sometimes unclear and jumped around the material a bit but got around to the point. Make sure you review material and watch videos he gives you! I barely used the textbook readings but will use textbook on homework.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
CHEM109
Grade: D
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Steve is a very smart and very funny professor but make sure to go to every class as Chem 109 is extremely hard! I barely passed but it was more of my own fault as I started to skip lectures towards the second half of the semester.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
CHEM105
Grade: C+
Dec 22, 2025

Mr. Drucker for the most part was knowledgeable but for a level 105 class his lecture material and teaching style was difficult to take in seeing he bounces around a lot in lecture.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
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