4.7

Steve Kendra

Computer Information Systems - University of Louisville

4.7
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
97%
Would Retake
183
Reviews
4.7
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

97%

Would Retake

183

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What Students Say

He is very funny and loves to pick on Mac users

CIS15077 - 5.0 rating

Best professor in louisville

CIS150 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

34%

Textbook Required

47%

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Based on 63 grades
Most common grades:
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A- (9)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 73 reported grades
A: 32
Not sure yet: 10
A-: 9
B+: 7
Common Tags
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (29)
Gives good feedback (26)
Hilarious (25)
Caring (18)
Respected (13)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (10)
Lots of homework (9)
Clear grading criteria (8)
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Ratings by Course

100

5.0

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150

5.0

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CIS10006

5.0

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CIS300

3.4

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3.3

CIS250

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3.0

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3.0

Reviews (183)
5.0
4.0
CIS300
Apr 26, 2007

Great Professor, spent a ton of his own time reworking class to be more beneficial to students.

5.0
2.0
CIS199
Nov 10, 2007

Class was great, easy and he really cares about his students. If there was any problems he would spend the time to fix and go over them.

5.0
2.0
CIS199
Dec 11, 2007

GREAT professor. Cares about his students' understanding of the material and takes the time to go over any problems. Listens extremely well to students and their difficulties and individual situations.

3.0
4.0
CIS300
Apr 21, 2008

This class was miserable, not a professor you want to take!

5.0
4.0
CIS300
Oct 16, 2008

this class sucks but He is a great teacher and by far the best prof that teaches this course. He actually cares about his students and will help as much as he can you just have to ask. Best advise i can give you is actually do the Homework and Labs it is the only way to get a good grade.

5.0
4.0
CIS300
Jan 6, 2009

All CIS 300 classes are a lot of work! But Kendra makes it easier and a lot of fun. You will not find a professor who cares more about his students. He gives partial credit instead of a curve,and is all about real world stuff, not nonsense! The best teacher for this class!

2.0
1.0
CIS300
Feb 3, 2009

can talk him into anything

5.0
3.0
CIS300
Apr 8, 2009

The nicest guy ever!! He is willing to go to the extreme for his students. If you care about how you do, he will too.

5.0
4.0
CIS100
Jul 6, 2009

cool down to earth professor somtimes he can give alot of work but he is cool about it

2.0
5.0
CIS300
Aug 25, 2009

Aweful teacher, aweful class! He loves super nerdy computer geeks and treats them like their are his own beloved kids. The rest of the class he could care less about. Jerk professor who is super cocky, very unprofessional, and super picky when it comes to grading. Not approachable for questions either. Refers to emails as "luv notes" to him"

5.0
5.0
CIS300
Dec 10, 2009

Unlike any other instructor i've had in college. Told the class he loved us on the first day. Extremely engaged in what he does and expects you to be too. That is not my style so I did not fare well in the course. However, it's a challenging class and he's always a love note (email) away. Not unusual to receive 3-4 emails from him in a day.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Dec 15, 2009

Kendra is a great professor. He knows his**** and will answer any questions asked during exams. He let me take my final earlier so I could go home earlier. He legit cares about your grades and give plenty opportunities for extra credit. Overall, I enjoyed a stupid class and actually learned some stuff because of him.

5.0
4.0
CIS100
Apr 7, 2010

Steve Kenda is an awesome professor. He is virtually always available via "Love Note" [email]. He's more than happy to help you out or let you make something up if you just communicate. Worked in the corporate world for years and knows real world.

5.0
4.0
CIS100
Apr 20, 2010

I can easily say that Kendra is my favorite professor at UofL. I've had him for both CIS100 and CIS150 - both classes are a lot of coursework but he's very approachable and you can tell he loves to teach. I wish he taught more CIS classes here!

4.0
4.0
CIS100
Jul 13, 2010

Awesome teacher, awesome guy. Always willing to help with any questions you might have in and out of class. A lot of coursework, homework and extra credit. Showing up to class is a must and he is fair about grading, especially if you show that youre making an honest attempt.

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Jul 20, 2010

Great prof. would love it if he taught more classes

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Oct 30, 2010

I absolutely love Professor Kendra and his class. He has a great sense of humor and really cares about his students. I'd recommend him to everyone! He's not super easy but he will help you if you ask.

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Apr 8, 2011

Great professor. He's from the corporate world so he will give you a lot of real world information along with your general textbook stuff. He has a great sense of humor and is easy to approach. He does expect you to work so don't think it's a simple class but he will help you every bit of the way. Strongly recommend. Love this guy.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Jun 13, 2011

There was never a dull moment in his class. If the Excel lectures were getting boring, he'd interrupt with a relevant story from the workplace which almost always had a punchline. He also managed to teach me Boolean Logic, something several other teachers failed to do. This guy really goes above and beyond what is expected of him as a professor.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Jun 14, 2011

He is very enthusiastic and seems to really enjoy teaching and really enjoy the students. He makes the material interesting which makes it easier to retain. He is very knowledgeable and actually cares about the students. He gives us as much individual help as we need as well as provides class help once a week. He truely goes above and beyond.

5.0
5.0
CIS300
Jul 19, 2011

I am only half way through my CIS300 course with him and I have learned more in 2 weeks(summer semester) than I did in 4 months with other profs. if you ask for help he will do anything for you. he really cares about students and will do everything in his power to help you learn.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Aug 24, 2011

He is a really great teacher that actually cares about his students!

5.0
2.0
CIS150
Oct 27, 2011

He always makes his lectures interesting. I go to his office hours frequently to visit. He is also very helpful, and will make you laugh.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Oct 31, 2011

Great teacher, always an enjoyment to go to his classes, his review sessions are always very helpful. Makes things very interesting and is easy to talk to. Would recommend him to anyone wanting to take a CIS class

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Nov 7, 2011

I've taken him for CIS 100 and 150. He's truly a great guy and I wish he'd teach more classes because I'd take every single one of them! Take this professor. He's not the easiest and he'll make you work for your grade, but he's a great guy and he cares about you learning the material. Thanks Professor Kendra!

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Nov 8, 2011

This professor is great! I wish he taught every class in the COB. He cares about the students and it really funny. I am very interested through my 2 1/2 hour class than I am in my regular classes. Will have to work for grade but it is worth it!

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Jan 8, 2012

I wish more Prof. were like Prof. Kendra. He is truly dedicated to the success of each and every one of his students. I had him for CIS 100 & 150 Fall 2011. There was a lot of information to absorb for each test, but he gave several review and practice sessions, and would stay after to help anyone that needed it.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Jan 30, 2012

He is truly a great professor, and takes an interest in his students to achieve in all areas of his class. He is very helpful, so if you have questions, just ask! The class is hard, but as long as you do your homework, come to class, and ask questions, you can easily achieve an A! The tests are easy if you attend review sessions!

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Feb 23, 2012

Great professor!!! So nice and very helpful. Lot of work but he wants to make sure you do good in his class. Really wants every student to succeed. Wish I could have him for every class!

5.0
2.0
CIS300
Feb 23, 2012

He is a great Professor who really does deserve all the chili peppers in the world! He is direct with all his students and wants you to succeed in the real world.

4.0
4.0
CIS300
Feb 29, 2012

GREAT TEACHER TAKE HIM FOR 100 & 300

4.0
3.0
CIS300
Mar 5, 2012

Very personable teacher. Helpful and enjoys teaching. Class is relatively easy as long as you have knowledge of Excel. Do the assignments and do well on quizzes and tests and you will get a B or higher.

5.0
2.0
CIS300
Mar 6, 2012

Wish I had him for 100! Took Prof K for 300 & switched to CIS for my major. Excellent professor who truly cares about his students. 150 is a waste of time but he at least makes it entertaining. Attendance isn't mandatory but you get your money's worth and then some if you show up. Tests aren't too bad if you look at notes/powerpoints and do the HW.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Mar 25, 2012

Wonderful teacher. He really cares about the students and is extremely helpful. The class covers some difficult material if you are not used to excel, but you learn a lot. I recommend going to the Learning Assistant sessions. Best professor I've had. He likes to get the red peppers on his reviews on this site.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Apr 5, 2012

Best Teacher Ever!!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Apr 5, 2012

Really great professor! He cares about the students and will go to great lengths to help you out with just about anything. If you have to take this class then he is the professor you want to have!

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Apr 9, 2012

He is a great teacher I had 0 interest in this CIS class prior to taking it, and now I love it. Ive learned so much in there that helps me with my job. Learning excel is a very powerful tool that most jobs look for in a candidate, so you mine as well start learning it now. He's very funny and outgoing which makes a boring class fun. TAKE HIM!!!

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Apr 28, 2012

Professor Kendra is incredibly nice. He makes the material interesting and is always there for any extra help. I'm actually sad my class ended with him today. Unlike other professors, he cares about his students and will go to great lengths to make this class worth your time since he's passionate about what he teaches. Take him! He's great!

5.0
2.0
CIS300
May 2, 2012

One of the best Professors I have ever taken. Kendra is funny, informative, but most importantly, he really cares about his students. Go to class, do every assignment, and you will get an A or B. Be prepared, the workload is pretty heavy.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
May 9, 2012

Prof. K is an amazing teacher and is one of the few professors at the university who take a genuine interest in his students and he goes out of his way to assist them all. If you get the opportunity to take his class then do it!

5.0
3.0
CIS100
May 10, 2012

Professor Kendra was a great teacher! If you have the opportunity to take him then you definitely should. He makes the topic interesting and is really funny. The class isn't a "piece of cake" but he will do whatever he can to help a student. You definitely can't find many of those teachers at UofL!!

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Jun 19, 2012

Great Guy

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Jun 28, 2012

He's willing to go the extra mile to help his students understand. He'll challenge you, and you'll learn a lot.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Aug 7, 2012

Very helpful and wants to see his students succeed.

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Aug 25, 2012

Great professor, very fun!

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Sep 15, 2012

This guy is hilareous

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Oct 11, 2012

Kendra is A BOSS. I wish more teachers were like him... If you can take any of his classes do so.

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Nov 13, 2012

Great professor, somewhat hard class. There's not a lot of "homework" but there is a paper due about once every two weeks. Some papers are 2 pages and pretty easy. Case reports can be done in groups and 7-8 pages. Tests were the hard part for me. They cover a lot of information and have multiple essays. Kendra will help however he can though.

4.0
4.0
CIS150
Nov 28, 2012

Kendra is one of those profs where if you don't come to class, you won't do well. His tests are hard but if you study, it makes it better. The worst are the case studies. He grades them SO much harder than anyhing else. I would reccomend working in a group for those.

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Nov 30, 2012

Professor Kendra is wonderfully witty. He also knows the material very well and is always accommodating to students. He is what every college professor should hope to be. He knows how to have fun while engaging students in the material. I learned a whole lot from his course and will be taking additional classes with him as I am able.

4.0
3.0
CIS150
Dec 5, 2012

Not many educators work as hard as he does for his students. Class can actually be entertaining. Case reports aren't that bad if you work in a group. His tests do require that you do a fair amount of studying, but there really aren't surprises on them if you spend time on the study guides.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Dec 6, 2012

He's HILARIOUS! Don't have to attend class, but hints questions to possible exam questions. Tests are easy if u study past quizzes(lots of them) Really works with his students to provide THE BEST education.I WOULD RECOMMEND HIM!! As with any CIS100 class, theres lots of work to do. (Something everyday!)

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Jan 9, 2013

What you hope every professor to be!! Witty, real world experience & application. In depth case reports which are much better in groups. Knock all 3 required right away. Study from past tests and presentations. Go to class - Extra credit from speakers. Book reading is minimal. Highly recommend. Not the easiest but you'll learn the most.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Jan 9, 2013

The most interesting Computer Information Systems professor at the university. My favorite professor that I have had at UofL.

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Jan 10, 2013

funny

4.0
3.0
CIS100
Jan 10, 2013

Awesome professor

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Feb 21, 2013

good professor

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Mar 27, 2013

Great professor! Really looks out for the best interest of his students. I struggled to get adjusted to the faster than normal pace of this class in the beginning of the semester but Professor Kendra was more than willing to meet with me to help my transition into this class easier. Very patient and very willing to help. I highly recommend him!

5.0
3.0
CIS10006
Apr 11, 2013

He is hilarious! There was never a dull moment in class which made learning the material somewhat fun. The workload is heavy so get on it right away! Attendance is not mandatory but he is known to thrown in some pop quizzes here and there.

5.0
2.0
CIS150
Apr 17, 2013

Prof. Kendra is an amazing professor, he genuinely cares about his students. On the last day of class as we were dismissed he gave everyone a hug goodbye, that's the first time I've ever witnessed this practice. Classes aren't too hard, just go to class, study and keep up with the material.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Apr 22, 2013

TAKE KENDRA! Can't say enough about this guy. Very funny (always joking about mac users and dumb accounting majors) Fair amount of work, but that in every CIS class, not just his. Never had a professor that cared more about his students. Always sending out emails and responds usually within a few hours, definitely going to take more of his classes!

5.0
2.0
CIS100CIS150
Jul 10, 2013

If you want to have fun in a class AND actually learn something take Kendra. He cares so much about his students, and helps you as much as you need it. He makes you earn your grade, but assignments are not super hard they are just challenging so you learn. Best professor I've had as a senior.

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Nov 5, 2013

Work hard and it'll pay off... WORK REALLY HARD

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Nov 13, 2013

great and funny just be ready to do a lot of work!

4.0
2.0
CIS100
Nov 21, 2013

Fun dude. You'll miss him if you can't take him for 300. I certainly do.

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Dec 9, 2013

He's sort of a tough grader when it comes to grading papers, and there are a LOT of papers in this class, but he's one of those rare teachers that truly enjoys his job and greatly enjoys helping his students. And he'll go above and beyond the call of duty to help each individual student out as if it was the most important thing in the world to him!

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Dec 18, 2013

Kendra is a very helpful teacher. If you pay attention in class and study you will be fine in this class. Don't wait till the last minute when studying or doing assignments. It will hurt you in the long run! If you want a funny but caring teacher take KENDRA!

5.0
3.0
CIS100150
Jan 30, 2014

He's everything the academia should be. He's there to help you. All the amazing things you learn can be applied in the real world. DO WORK HARD BECAUSE YOU'LL GET A VALUABLE FRIENDSHIP AND A's. He truly realizes there's a world outside class and cares for your well-being. Best professor I think I will ever have. Enjoy his feedback!

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Mar 4, 2014

Entertaining. Always willing to help with honest input

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Mar 4, 2014

Amazing professor

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Mar 4, 2014

Great professor with great sense of humor. He one of the few professors that truly enjoys coming to class and teaching. He is very clear and is always willing to answer questions. This can be an easy class if you work hard and keep up with the work.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Mar 4, 2014

Great professor. He deserves his chili.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Mar 6, 2014

Awesome teacher that cares about his students and wants them to succeed. Always willing to help with anything and has a great sense of humor. He will make you laugh and he enjoys teaching!

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Mar 8, 2014

Very funny and sarcastic but in a good way.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Mar 27, 2014

This was one of my favorite classes at U of L since I transferred here. Very funny and keeps the class interesting while adding real life advice that is extremely useful. If you ever have a question just email him, his responses are very quick.

5.0
4.0
CIS300
Apr 14, 2014

Most unique professor I have had while in college. A little crazy at times but in a funny and entertaining way. The class itself is difficult but he is very willing to help. Sometimes he doesn't understand how much coursework he gives out at once and it can be overwhelming but he is the best CIS teacher at U of L for sure.

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Apr 15, 2014

Kendra is an awesome guy! The class is mostly busywork (not hard, just time consuming) and he's available & willing to help you around the clock. He loves to pick on Acct majors & Mac users, and everyone else for that matter... You'll enjoy his class. He knows his stuff and is quite amusing! He'll answer questions and help you learn. TAKE him!

5.0
2.0
CIS30007
Apr 15, 2014

A little exotic, but Mr. Kendra is a good teacher who will not only teach you CIS, but most importantly....thing that relate to REAL LIFE! There's a lot of work, but it's all stuff that is interesting and not hard to learn. One of the BEST at UL.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Aug 12, 2014

Prof K is a great teacher. He's very funny which keeps class from being boring, but he also knows his stuff. His CIS100 course is laid out very well. Show up to class everyday and do all the assigned work before each assignment deadline and you should be fine. It was a fun class.

4.0
3.0
CIS300
Sep 26, 2014

He might not explain a lot during the class, but that's what the online supplementary assignments are for (which are required anyways) But the classes are fun, and he's always willing to help you during his office hours.

5.0
3.0
CIS15077
Dec 1, 2014

Kendra is my favorite professor at U of L. He is very funny and loves to pick on Mac users. The class is not easy, but it is definitely worth it. He grades a little tough, but provides more than enough feedback to better prepare you for the next assignment. I would absolutely take Kendra again.

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Grade: A-
Jan 6, 2015

Best professor in louisville. Have taken him multiple times. Highly recommended him.

4.0
4.0
CIS100
Grade: A-
Apr 14, 2015

Although going to class is essential to passing because of pop quizzes he rarely lectures on the subject at hand. He always tries to impress you with his knowledge and frequently makes bad jokes that are uncomfortable.

4.0
4.0
CIS150
Grade: B+
Apr 22, 2015

This is my third class with Kendra- the only regret I have is that this man isn't tenured or teaching more classes. I'd take anything he taught- even ballet. He is funny and I like to think he believes in all of his students, grades fairly and truly wants whats best for me. The best teacher at UofL by far, worth my entire tuition almost.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A
May 1, 2015

This is one of the most interesting classes I have ever taken. Prof Kendra is a very hilarious guy, but also a very good professor and actually cares about his students learning and doing well in his class. The class itself has a lot of assignments but he clearly lays out all due dates and has a list of everything in the semester. Would recommend.

5.0
4.0
CIS100
May 3, 2015

He wants you to succeed. One of the best professors in the School of Business.

5.0
2.0
CIS10030
Grade: A+
Jul 15, 2015

If you pay attention and do the work his class is an easy A. I wouldn't recommend taking his class in conjunction with a heavy work load.

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Grade: A+
Aug 15, 2015

Provides good real world experience. Doesn't talk over your head and understands life happens and that you have one. One of the best professors I've had in my years in college

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Grade: A+
Sep 2, 2015

He is one of the best professors and my favorite thus far, hands down. There will be a lot of work but the work is intended to give you practice using what you learned. As long as you listen in class and do the assignments before the due date it's a fairly easy grade. He cares about his students and genuinely wants you to succeed.

5.0
2.0
150
Grade: A
Sep 30, 2015

Awesome teacher. Gets off topics sometimes, but he will usually get back on track. Really helpful if you go see him outside of class. Loves to help students find jobs and help get them ready for the real world. Good guy still keep in touch with him on the reg. Not to hard to get a good grade if you put in some sort of work.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: A+
Oct 14, 2015

Kendra is an AMAZING teacher! In this class, you will expect a lot of homework, but it is not that difficult. He is not only a GREAT teacher, but he is a GREAT person overall! He is by far the BEST teacher at the University of Louisville!

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: B+
Oct 21, 2015

Kendra is one of the best professors i've had at the University of Louisville. He really cares about his students and wants everyone to succeed. He would always try to help prepare us for the real world, letting us know about volunteer opportunities, jobs, etc. Great teacher. I would definitely take him again.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Oct 22, 2015

tough class, but he is a great professor and does a great job of helping students who struggle

5.0
3.0
100
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2015

Kendra is by far one of my favorite teachers here. He cares about his students and if they do good in his class. He has lots of real world experience he is willing to share and is open to helping you find an internship. His tests are decent if you study and attend class. He gives out lots of extra credit and holds study sessions.

5.0
1.0
CIS10006
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2015

Kendra is the best teacher ever! I've been in college for awhile now and he's definitely made me more streamlined to where I want to go. Definitely taking him for the rest of my time at UofL. See you next semester!

4.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2015

He is a great professor! Would've had an A but missed an online assignment over Thanksgiving break and which dropped it a little. Love how he tells us what we are learning and how it is used in the real world. Would love to take him again for 300 but he isn't teaching it :( Made sure to let us know that he is always there for us in the future.

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Feb 16, 2016

Extremely helpful with everything CIS. Makes lectures very entertaining and spells out everything in an easy to follow fashion. Great at communication and teaching, best professor I have had thus far.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Feb 16, 2016

Awesome professor, and he is probably the best one to take in all CIS classes

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Feb 16, 2016

Great professor, engages students in class very well and does all he can to help. Really makes the class fun. Lot's of work but easy to do if you follow the schedule.

5.0
4.0
CIS100
Grade: C+
Mar 29, 2016

All around exceptional professor and great representative of UofL

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A-
Mar 29, 2016

GREAT TEACHER!

5.0
4.0
CIS100
Mar 29, 2016

lot of work online... you HAVE to keep up with it!

4.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 29, 2016

Pretty awesome, not doing the best in his class, however. One of the best CIS professors to take. Gives really good advice based off of life experience wants you to succeed.

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Mar 29, 2016

Great professor and is very engaging. Really fun class and you learn a lot too. You need to do all the online assignments in order to do good in the class. I highly recommend taking him for this class.

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Mar 29, 2016

Tons of online homework, but Kendra is an amazing lecturer. He's hilarious and knows exactly what he's talking about.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Mar 29, 2016

Great teacher! Really helps you get ready for the real world

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: B+
Mar 29, 2016

One of my best professors. Take him for 100 and maybe 150

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Mar 31, 2016

Excellent teacher! If you go to class you will learn a lot and he is hilarious! Be prepared to study a lot but if you stay on top of your assignments you will do great! You also get extra credit!

5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Mar 31, 2016

Make sure you keep up to date with assignments and take advantage of extra opportunities for credit. A real fun guy who makes you actually want to learn CIS

5.0
2.0
CIS15078
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 31, 2016

Goes the extra mile to help students out. He really tries to get you to think about about the material not just do the work.

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Grade: B+
Apr 1, 2016

His in class lectures are the best, makes you feel that he is part of the class not above it. Makes a real effort to get to know the students and provides great opportunity for networking with professionals in the Business field outside of class.

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 1, 2016

Steve is a great teacher and great homo-sapien all around! Helps you in any thing your heart desires.

5.0
4.0
CIS150
Apr 7, 2016

As a veteran with disabilities, I would recommend this professor. He truly is passionate about teaching, and is a wise, insightful person. He will make you earn your grade, but not without teaching you something every step of the way. He truly cares about each student, and is always available, prompt and insightful in his correspondence.

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Grade: A-
Apr 20, 2016

Professor Kendra is my favorite professor thus far at Louisville

5.0
1.0
CIS100
Grade: A-
Apr 23, 2016

He's a great professor. I would miss assignments and he would allow me to make them up if I messaged him in time. I'm sure he found me annoying but at the same time he knew I was one of the best students. He's funny and likes to joke around, but gets straight to the work. Wish he was teaching CIS300 in the Summer instead of the others though.

2.0
5.0
CIS150
Grade: C+
Apr 28, 2016

Class should be renamed Business Ethics. EXTREME amount of busy work. EXTREMELY tough grader. Seriously, this is a 100 level course. Got A's on all quizzes/exams but he didn't like group projects so ended up with a C. I took Steve based on reviews from RateMyProfessor. Don't get me wrong, he is a great guy, but terribly on 4.0s. Don't TAKE HIM!

2.0
3.0
CIS150
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2016

It is insane to me that people can get A's on every single quiz and exam yet get a B in the course. He certainly explains all of his grades, but his criteria is not outlined well at all and so you WILL loose points for something you had no idea about. It is impossible to earn an A without other people affecting your grade. Total garbage, avoid him.

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Jul 27, 2016
Would take again

Professor Kendra has been my favorite professor at UofL. He genuinely cares about all of his students and wants all of them to do well. He is very willing to help you with a problem until you understand it. Highly recommend taking him!

5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Aug 29, 2016
Would take again

So hot and a great guy! Class is interesting but will require a lot of busy work. Keep up with it and it's an easy A.

Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Oct 13, 2016
Would take again

Best teacher I've had at UofL! Really cares about his students & if you put the effort in, he'll make sure you understand it. I'm not very good with computers, but got an A in this class. It's a lot of work, but he's a great teacher.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS150
Grade: A
Oct 31, 2016
Would take again

Kendra is fantastic professor. You have to study outside of class to do well, but it's still worth going to class, because his lectures are great. He does give a lot of group work, which is kind of bad, but I'm sure it will help when we are all in the workplace. Overall, good guy and good teacher.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
4.0
CIS100
Nov 20, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He may be nice as a person but he spends more time trying to be funny and flirt than actually teaching the material in a clear and professional way. His classes are usually organized and he is hard to reach outside of class. Only time he is acting serious is when he is grading.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

Lots of assignments and quizzes

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

Very good professor, makes class interesting. Just be sure to keep up with the online hw

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CIS100
Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

A lot of online homework to keep up with but all is very doable. He keeps class interesting!

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
CIS100
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

Easy class. His lectures are helpful and the homework is easy even thought there is a lot. Keep up with the homework and it will be an easy A.

Gives good feedback
Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: B
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

I really enjoyed this class. Do all assignments and keep up with everything. He makes it easy to get an A if you do all the work. He also makes it easy to keep up with everything and your actual grade with his supplemental documents for the class.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2016
Would take again

Mr. Kendra was by far the most interesting professor I have had at UofL! It is hard not to pay attention in his course because he is SO hilarious! Take notes in class, because what he talks about in class will be on the exams. I rarely used the book, but if you don't pay attention, you will need it. Also, he deserves many chili peppers! ;) Easy A!!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A-
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Great professor! Lots of assignments, but it makes it easier to get a good grade and they are pretty easy.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2017
Would take again

Kendra is a great person. You learn so much in the class and it's actually enjoyable. There is a lot of online work that can bring your grade down if you forget it. If you have a good excuse, he'll let you redo it. At the end of the semester, I had an A- and he let me do extra work after the exam to get an A. He really cares about his students

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS150
Feb 14, 2017
Would take again

Great Professor! He truly cares about all of his students.

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Grade: B+
Feb 14, 2017
Would take again

Great professor but takes this class much more seriously then CIS 100 he's a much tougher grader so go to class and pay attention.

5.0
3.0
CIS150
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2017
Would take again

Kendra is an outstanding professor. He passionate about his work, and that is conveyed in his teaching style. While he is blunt about his expectations, he makes sure to offer himself to his students as a mentor outside of class. Kendra is funny, personable, and has real-world experience that he uses to advance the knowledge of his students.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
CIS100
Mar 21, 2017
Would take again

He is a funny and unique professor. I strongly strongly recommend this teacher!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Mar 21, 2017
Would take again

Great Guy!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
CIS100
Mar 21, 2017
Would take again

Professor Kendra is truly one-of-a-kind.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A+
Mar 22, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Kendra is the best professor I've had and I'm sad I won't be able to take him again. I can tell he truly cares about his students and wants them to succeed. He goes over everything you need to know for exams and gives good feedback on quizzes and exams. Take notes on the modules and study them, and practice with excel, and you'll get an A.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Mar 27, 2017
Would take again

Lots of assignments, but good class. Very responsive professor and class is always relevant to homework and exams.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 27, 2017
Would take again

Kendra is great. He keeps the class interesting and really does care about the students. There are a ton of assignments so make sure you stay on top of that because they can make or break your grade in the long run and they will help you prepare for the quizzes and tests.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: B+
Apr 11, 2017
Would take again

Kendra is entertaining and makes CIS100 interesting throughout the semester. He is very clear and straightforward at the beginning of the semester about what is expected of the students. I loved the grading template he provided so we could see our projected grade throughout the semester. Lots of HW, but it's pretty easy. Exams are definition heavy.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 11, 2017
Would take again

Awesome professor, pay attention in class and do all the work an you'll automatically understand the work and he is very laid back!

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
CIS100
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 11, 2017
Would take again

Im just doing this because he told me to give him the chili peppers

Gives good feedback
Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Apr 11, 2017
Would take again

Kendra is a great professor. He cares about his students, and teaches in a way that is both hilarious and informational.

5.0
4.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2017
Would take again

Professor Kendra has the depth of experience that brings immense value to this class. His teaching style is somewhat manic, but you will leave the course with a real-world applicable knowledge of general computer systems, Excel and Access as used in the US business world. Highly recommended, wish he taught more classes!

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Inspirational
4.0
3.0
CIS150
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2017
Would take again

Pretty much the same from CIS 100/250. Class is getting revamped soon so not sure if he's going to change his teaching style. Class is currently ethics with touches on info systems. Easy class in general. 2 case projects and a few group projects. Fairly easy class though.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A
May 3, 2017
Would take again

Steve is one of the funniest teachers I have ever had. I took him last summer and it was great. Showing up to class five days a week was no problem because class was never boring. Can be a really large work load as are all CIS classes. Tests aren't that hard. He is a great guy and I would recommend to anyone taking CIS 100 (now 150 I think).

Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
CIS100
Jun 8, 2017
Would take again

Really good at giving lectures, likes to be funny-sarcastic. However be prepared for computer homework and getting them done on time. tests aren't too bad, but needs study days.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: B
Jul 27, 2017
Would take again

Professor K was a great professor to take at U of L. I would recommend a course taught by him to anyone. He genuinely cares about his students and provides very valuable information without being textbook heavy. Attendance isn't mandatory but going to lectures is what teaches you what you need to know for tests and quizzes. Homework is plentiful.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Oct 16, 2017
Would take again

Kendra is a great guy. This class will make you work, but in the end you will have learned material that is actually useful. I felt that this class actually made a difference in my life. He's a quirky guy, but straightforward on assignments and tests and tells it like it is. Stay on top of things study and you will walk away w/ an A or B

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
CIS100
Grade: B
Nov 9, 2017
Would take again

Kendra is the man, I enjoyed his class a lot. Really sharp guy and he's very interesting. The course entails a lot of work so keep up with it, but that's just a part of the class across the board Kendra helps to make it a little easier to take on the load. He actually cares and that's why he's one of the best.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2018
Would take again

"K" is the best prof I've had at UofL. He is loud but very caring. Do all the assignments ( about 4 per week) and keep up with the work and you should be fine. Learn how to do excel and access and learn myitlab chapters to ace the exams. 4 Extra credit opportunities helped too. Cares about students and teaches valuable stuff. Steve's a great person

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
CIS150
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2018
Would take again

Steve is hilarious. He makes me laugh every class. He is the most caring professor I've had at UofL. Would recommend to anyone. He replies to emails immediately and makes the material interesting. Offers EC and volunteer opportunities often. Easy A or B if you work for it. THERE IS A LOT OF WORK, DON'T TAKE IF YOU WON'T WORK FOR IT!

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher

Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
CIS250
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Love Kendra, great teacher

5.0
2.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Steve Kendra is such a funny guy who actually makes CIS fun. He taught me so much about excel and wants everyone to get an A in his class. He is a teacher who truly cares about his students and wants them to succeed.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Very respectable guy. Responds to emails quickly. Loves his students. I would recommend him to anybody. I am a Marketing major and this class was very uninteresting and somewhat challenging to me but he made it fun and educational at the same time. There is a lot of work with this class so make sure you keep up with it and ask questions!!!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
CIS199
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Kendra is great! There is a lot of work on MYITLab, but you know about them way in advance, so work ahead to put yourself in a good place. As long as you do all the assignments you will pass. But be prepared to really study for tests as they are no joke. If you want a good grade, send him sample questions before the test (sometimes he uses them!)

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Kendra is the bees knees. Enough said.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Very caring professor who is willing to help you when you need it. Assigns a lot of out of class homework, but none of it is very hard.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
CIS250
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

He's a good professor and has a good sense of humor. He also is far more understanding than most other professors that I have had.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
CIS250
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

The best professor I have had so far. He will be your mentor and your friend. Teaches in a way that actually makes you learn and participate. Would absolutely recommend.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2018
Would take again

Great class participation, makes class interesting!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
CIS250
Apr 8, 2018
Would take again

Great professor and loves his students. He is really passionate about this work and email us every single day.

Gives good feedback
Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

Awesome choice! Would take again!!

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Apr 11, 2018
Would take again

Probably the best professor in the COB. You do a lot of homework online but then he teaches it in class so you definitely know what you're doing. There are 3 tests and a final but the tests aren't worth that much. You have to stay on top of the homework to pass but it's laid out really well for you to succeed.

EXTRA CREDIT
Inspirational
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
CIS250
May 2, 2018
Would take again

I'll put it this way. You won't regret taking him. He does give out a LOT of homework so be prepared for that. So PLAN AHEAD. Do your work, STUDY for tests and you're golden. He talks about his life a lot, but it's "goofy" talk. He really tries to help you learn the material

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CIS100
Grade: B
Jun 27, 2018
Would take again

Kendra is the best. Class is hard, theres a lot of homework, tests were fairly difficult but if you study youll be fine. Make sure you actually know how to use excel and access, not just reading about it. Listen to his reviews right before the test because he will say some of the harder questions on the exam. One of my favorite professors.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
2.0
4.0
CIS250
Nov 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Kendra is an overrated professor. He goes on long rants about his life and then usually makes some sarcastic or petty comment singling out a student who isn't paying attention to his boring lectures. He really doesn't do anything to make the enormous work load any better and he is really bad about keeping on topic. Not good by any means

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Grade: A-
Jan 9, 2019
Would take again

Dont miss assignments and youll at least get a B. Good dude. Best entry level CIS professor

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
4.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Mar 6, 2019
Would take again

The best professor ever!!!!!! Not exaggerating at all, take him! you will not regret it at all. I would take 100 more times seriously.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
CIS250
Mar 6, 2019
Would take again

Kendra is the best CIS professor at UofL. The class is hard, I am not going to lie, but e is always ready to help. If you did the online homework and stayed ahead of things you will be totally fine, show up to class, let him see that you care. He is so caring and understanding, he will make you love the class trust me. Take him, you will not regret

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Mar 31, 2019
Would take again

The best professor ever!!!!!!!! Trust me, you will never regret taking him. Kendra is amazing in every single way!!!!!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Apr 4, 2019
Would take again

I would take him for all my CIS classes if I had the option. He is amazing in every single way.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Apr 9, 2019
Would take again

Best professor I've had yet at U of L. Cares about you and really wants to see you get an A in his class. I've never used excel before and I am about to get an A in the class all because of Kendra.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
CIS250
Grade: A-
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

Overall, I think Professor Kendra is a great professor and would gladly take him again.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Grade: A
Aug 28, 2019
Would take again

The best professor ever!!! Hands down! Seriously you will not regret taking him.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS250
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 30, 2019
Would take again

Professor Kendra is caring and very generous instructor. Assignments were done though My IT Lab and Blackboard. There were a few in class quizzes and few tests, with the final exam being optional, replacing your lowest test score. There are a few extra credit opportunities and he gives feedback on commonly missed questions and previews test/quiz.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
CIS300
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 11, 2019
Would take again

Kendra is so caring about each student and I have loved having him this semester. I took 250 online and now I have him for CIS 300 so there was a lot of catching up I had to do. As long as you go to class lectures, do your homework, group work and etc then you will be fine. I have loved this course!

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Group projects
5.0
4.0
CIS205
Oct 29, 2020
Would take again

I took CIS 205 online with synchronous online lectures. This was my first semester of college and I was worried about this class being boring, but Kendra made it very fun and easy to understand. Hes seriously such a nice dude, offers plenty of extra credit and responds to emails quickly. Definitely take one of his classes if you can!

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CIS205
Grade: A+
Oct 12, 2021
Would take again

I took CIS205 with prof K online during covid and he was awesome. The tests were given on a lockdown browser but he gave extra credit on each test. I got over a 100 on my tests and he always emailed me after he graded them to congratulate me which was super encouraging. Read the textbook and do the McGraw Hill assignments and you'll be fine.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
CIS205
Dec 6, 2021
Would take again

Prof.K is very helpful, and is very considerate do the HW and you will do just fine on quizzes and tests. Final is not cumulative

5.0
3.0
CIS205
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2022
Would take again

Professor Kendra is a great dude. He really cares about students and will help. He is very accessible via email and during office hours. CIS 205 was a pain though. Loads of homework that felt like busywork. I don't blame him because it is a lot of content. I would take him again, but CIS is not fun unless it's your major.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
CIS205
Grade: A-
May 16, 2022
Would take again

Class is in fact very easy if you put in the time and work. Lots of homework on Smartbook and quiz on every chapter. There are four exams and are all proctored through Proctorio. He gives away essay questions through the view of his lectures so make sure to watch those. All in all, professor really sets you up for success.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
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