3.3

Wayne Allen

Ethnic Studies - Minnesota State University, Mankato

3.3
Quality
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Difficulty
97%
Would Retake
155
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3.3
Quality
2.1
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3.3
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97%

Would Retake

155

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What Students Say

DON'T take this course unless you want an online

ETHN101 - 1.0 rating

This professor is freaky lazy and never reply email

ETHN101 - 1.0 rating
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Online Classes

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Attendance Mandatory

6%

Textbook Required

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ETHN101
Apr 28, 2004

No Comments

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ETHN101
May 1, 2004

Very interesting fellow, but I didn't learn a single thing in his class. All he does is go off on tangents and force his beliefs on you "my way or the highway."

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ETHN
May 2, 2004

great teacher- true from the heart

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ETHN101
May 19, 2004

Take this professor if you want to know what is going on in the world and his opinions about it. He has a high belief of always being right. Don't expect to learn anything about Ethnic Studies in this course.

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ETHN101
Aug 16, 2004

easy A if you agree with everything he says and remind him of that often. very opinionated and emotional and not open minded.

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ETHNS100
Sep 23, 2004

Dr. allen is such a cool guy, he will challenge your beliefes about the world and he wants you to challenge his as well, we are all students and teachers.

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ANTHRO
Sep 30, 2004

He told my class that the only thing men want from women is sex, which many of us found extremely offensive. Lacks tact.

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ETHN101
Nov 16, 2004

You gotta take this class. This guy is willing to here what you got, and boy does he have stories. You probably wont get hooked on ethnic studies but you will learn tons from his lectures about values, traditions, and many other things. This guy geniunely cares about his students.

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ETHN101
Grade: A-
Nov 22, 2004

Excellent Professor although one sided on many issues Dr.Allen will open your mind and make you think Recommend this course to anyone looking for something different

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ETHN101
Nov 23, 2004

He always told fun stories and kept the class from just being a straight-from-the-book lecture.

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ETHNICS
Jan 12, 2005

He is very one minded. He always says....everyone has there beliefes....but heres mine and this is what your going to believe. He didn't really teach much about ethnics, and his test....well they had VERY little to do with lecture...i would not recomend this class to anyone....at least not allen

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ETHNICSTUDIES
Feb 24, 2005

Likes to talk about Bush's wrong doings, A fun guy in class, and somewhat of a pushover

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ETHN101
Feb 26, 2005

Great professor. If you challange yourself you will learn a lot. Contrary to other opinions; he does teach a lot about ethnic studies, those who don't make the connection to what he lectures on (often current events) and ethnic studies, should have put more effort into the course.

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ETHNICSTUDIES
Mar 2, 2005

He constantly talks about himself and his lectures tend to never be about ethnic studies. Also has a bit of a temper problem I think! He talks about odd things. Talks about sex a lot!! I would not recommend taking ethnic studies from him at all!

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ETHNIC101
Mar 9, 2005

Great guy! He is interesting and unique and likes to get his students involved!

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ETHN101
Apr 8, 2005

Dr. Allen is a great professor, very open minded. I learned a lot in his class, he challenges you to think critically and objectively about you beliefs. He tries to get the class engaged in discussion. Everyone should take this class.

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ETHN101
Apr 12, 2005

He teaches nothing that is actually in the book. He brags alot, about himself and his brother. "Did you know that I was an undefeated heavyweight boxer in the marines?" "I can drink any of you under the table." "My brother killed 300 people with his bare hands, he was in Delta force." I'm cool!

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ETHN101
Apr 14, 2005

He constantly talks about himself, says he cares about what you think but when it actually comes down to it he only cares about his opinion. I wouldn't take this class, at least from him.

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ETHNICSTUDIES
Apr 19, 2005

I never learned anything at all. He just raved about his opinions and why he had those views. Very hard to know what to do when it came to homework and tests

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ETHN101
Apr 21, 2005

Easiest class I've ever taken. I learned a lot in his class too. The point of his class is not to memorize some facts and take a test. It is to open your mind, break down stereotypes and think outside the box.

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AMERINDSTU
Apr 26, 2005

If you want a class that requires little effort, take it from him. He gives little context to anything but himself. Don't bother buying the books either.

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ETHN101
May 4, 2005

Very honest. Makes ya think on your own

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ETHN100
May 9, 2005

Fun class! super easy tests and quizzes, and if you bother to listen, you learn a lot about the world and yourself, whether you agree with his opinions or not. ... he does have a pride problem though... so careful about how you approach him during class - be respectful!

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ETHN101
May 9, 2005

Great guy

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ETHN101
May 12, 2005

This was a very easy class. His lectures had nothing to do with what we were supposed to be learning, but it was very interesting. I only read a bit of the books, but you needed them to do your final project (easy). He didn't give us any quizes and he gave us the answers to the test the day before.

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ETHN101
May 19, 2005

I d this class I had this as a night class evenb people that like this guy should try to listen to him for three freakin hours! All he does is brag i think he has some serious insecurity issues.

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ETHN101
May 20, 2005

allen's a bit pompous, but you have to take some of what he says with a grain of salt. he's very opinionated and blunt about things, and i enjoyed his tangents, although they consumed most of the class and not much course material seemed to be covered. he's a VERY knowledgeable man, and i appreciate his honesty. i highly recommend this class.

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ETHNIC101
Aug 20, 2005

Anyways, Wanye has incredible ideals and goals he sets for all students. His class is simple, because the concept of ethnic studies is common sense. Although, if ethnic studies is uncomfortable for a inbred student from small town nowhere, then yeah I wouldn't recommend taking this class. Wayne is very one sided, can you find a profes. that isn't.

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EHTN101
Sep 1, 2005

we has his opinions and likes to beat them into you and make everybody feel inferior,he knows his stuff, but i serously question his grading method

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ALLCLASS
Oct 7, 2005

Wayne is the man. He is very smart and is good at geting class discusion. People think he is to opionated in hes class but he is just playing the devil advocate to incourage class discusion. wayne he's one of the best teachers that sad old msu has.

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ETHINICSTUDIES
Oct 8, 2005

I thought he was probably the worst teacher I have ever had..yelling at the whole class every day about something someone else on campus did....and telling us he doesn't brag though the whole time that was all he was doing....hes a werido and I feel bad for anyone who has him!

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ETHN101
Oct 26, 2005

he treats you as a "scholar". i wasn't at all exited about this class. he talks about sex constantly and he gives the questions and answers to the test the day before. A MUST HAVE. especially for first year students

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ETHNICWHATELSE
Nov 24, 2005

he reminds us all the time he is a PROFESSOR!instead of a teacher, he is a PHD!! instead of sb working in a factory, he insists us to call his TA master--excuse me--MISTER!!!--i am sorry but i have to say this is the very first time i have experience with somebody who is so obsessed with his name and status and class. very ethnic indeed...

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ETHNIC101
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2005

he is white but hates white people, he is sooo boring and pretends to take attendance (he did once) he is so full of himself, i couldn't stand listening to him so i never went to class... its bogus - waste of time - easy credit

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ETHNICFORSURE
Nov 30, 2005

hi guys what about the all-time-postpone issue: exams postpone from this F to next M, then some other day, and the silly portfolio...btw his TA likes telling us" today is ur lucky day" to treat us as 3rd-graders. hi if u are schlors you should be organized enough to get things done on time all the time and u don't call those days luckkkkkkkyyyyyy

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ETHNIC101
Dec 1, 2005

a nightmare

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MULTIPLE
Grade: B
Dec 1, 2005

I love Wayne. No matter what some of you say. He is a very passionate professor. He actually wants you to learn something. Just because his class is not the typical lecture most MSU teachers give you dont need to think he is a crappy teacher. This man wants his students to become well rounded, educated people!!!

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NOTMUTIPLE
Dec 4, 2005

Sure he is passionate. But I don't buy stuff like "Gentlemen, this is what women look like!" when he pointed to some very unattractive naked black pregnant woman in the screen. Excuse you-I don't think that's a good way to teach college students to respect women or whatsoever. You love him, go ahead. Some of us don't. Free country anyway. Enjoy.

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ETHN101
Dec 5, 2005

No Comments

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ETHN101
Dec 18, 2005

He is an excellent professor. He knows what he is teaching. Does not lie or hide any of his feelings about other even though some people will not like it. An easy 'A'.

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ETHN101
Jan 6, 2006

his type- more knowledge oriented to xm oriented

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ES
Jan 25, 2006

Why does anyone pay him

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ETHNIC101
Jan 27, 2006

I'm an international student and I think he's the best professor I've seen so far. He says very factual stuff. He's done so much with his life that half of us dont even dream to achieve. Some students dont lke him because of his attitude. Lemme tell you this: ignore his attitude and listen to what he says. View the world through his eyes.

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ETHN101
Feb 28, 2006

Horrible! I would recommend this class only b/c it is the easiest at MSU and is cancelled half the time. We watched a movie on the mating habits of Heyenas....what does that have to do with Ethnic Studies? Also believes he can see little green people (no joke). One of the most close minded liberals you'll come across.

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ETHNICS
Mar 20, 2006

Horrible! Interesting at times but way to opinionated and very close minded...learned nothing in his class...not sure what we were even suppose to learn b/c he talked so much about himself and other things.

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ETHN101
Mar 31, 2006

Easy class but no structure at all!!!! we just took our first test 1 week ago! unless you like listening to him brag about his life and what hes done great and how we dont do anything compared to him! take this care you will love it! i thought i could handle it at first... but i actually want to learn something now.

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ETHNIC
Apr 29, 2006

This class requires an open mind. The structure is minimal.

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ETHNICSTUDIES
May 2, 2006

This professor talks A LOT about himself and rarely reaches a strong point during lectures. The class as a whole was not too entirely hard. Not a favorite class, and wouldn't be a top pick!

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ETHN150
May 10, 2006

He needs to spend less time talking about himself, bragging about all he has done and name dropping. He needs to teach the class not leave and expect the class to function without him. Schedule your meetings outside of class and be punctual. None of the things he talked about in class was relevant. 3 hours of none senseless jabbering.

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ETHN101
Jun 20, 2006

Boooooooo...horrible professor, talked about sex constantly, in sick ways. He's a ****...what a waste of money! If you have to take it, good luck!

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ETHN101
Nov 6, 2006

Very Helpful and easy to understand

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ETHN101
Nov 16, 2006

Use old test for the last 5 years and also let you keep your tests. If anyone planning to take his class, get the test from your buddy and will surely get an "A"

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ETHN101
Nov 20, 2006

No Comments

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ETHN101
Nov 28, 2006

He is cool

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ETH101
Dec 4, 2006

No Comments

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ETHN101
Dec 6, 2006

Dr. Allen may come off as arrogant and self-centered at first, but if you take time out of class to talk to him you will absolutely love him. He is very knowledgeable and can really make you view the world differently. The quizzes are challenging, but graded fairly. The exams are easy, but you have to go to class to be able to study for them!

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ETHN101
Dec 21, 2006

NVER CHANGES ANY OF HIS EXAMS JUST BORROW A FRINED PREVIOUS TEST ANY YOU WILL PASS WITH FLING COLORS

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ETHN101
Dec 26, 2006

Professor Allen definately doesn't hold back anything. If you get offended easily DO NOT take this class. Overall he is a fairly good professor. Loves to talk about himself and his conquests.

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ETHN101
Apr 17, 2007

ok teacher. full of himself. pretty easy class though.

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ETHN101
Apr 25, 2007

Allen is a good professor he challenges you and if you just try and go to class you will be fin.. just be ready he is a little crazy sometimes.

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ETHN101
May 17, 2007

Mandatory attendance.Get to know him.Dont take the class if you get offended easily.Talks a lot about sex to make the class interesting.Respects what you are.Discusses the exam questions a day b4 any exam.Talk to him if you can.Share your knowledge with him.He is a HIPPY.

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ETHN101
May 18, 2007

I LOVED THIS CLASS. It was by far my favorite class. It was very beneficial. If you get offended easily do not take.. but it is amazing and I would recommend it to anyone. Very understanding with absences and grades. Speak up in class, participate and you will do fine. Also goes over all test questions before test so you should always do great

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ETHN100
Jul 28, 2007

He likes to tell a lot of stories during class, which makes it very interesting. He's funny and tells jokes a lot.

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ETHN101
Aug 5, 2007

The first day of class I loved it. Throughout the class it got a lot harder and annoying the way we stayed on one slide the whole time. Even though I got in trouble once in class, I went and apologized and he totally loved me after that! He's one of the coolest profs I've ever had and he class is an eye-opener. Ended with an A. go to class!

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ETHN101
Aug 5, 2007

Love this prof. This was my second class with him, and there will be more in the future! He's very helpful, although a bit difficult to get ahold of. He's always willing to help out if something comes up.

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ETHN101
Sep 23, 2007

What a crazy man. Expect to know what your talking about before you speak, I watched him rip apart a couple of people. I kept my mouth shut. Easy teacher, but completely Liberal.

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ETHN499
Apr 21, 2008

Superb professor for those who understand and enjoy applied ethnic studies.

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ETHN101
May 11, 2008

What an interesting person he is. Easiest class I have ever had he ask the same questions in the class that are on the exam so just be in the class and you will easily get A

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ETHN101
May 22, 2008

Kind of a jerk. Most things he said were pretty inappropriate.

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ETHN100
Jul 15, 2008

Rude, loud, disrespectful, and not open to other ideas. Liberal in negative ways.

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101
Sep 11, 2008

Awesome professor!!! Really helps open up your mind to new concepts. Fun guy to listen to

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ETHN101
Dec 5, 2008

The coolest teacher I ever had,he got jokes I tell ya, He must like sex because he talks about that a lot....easy A Very smart guy, better know your stuff before you bring it up to him

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ETHN100
Feb 15, 2009

Dr. Allen is disorganized, vulgar, and boring.

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ETHN101
Mar 16, 2009

Nice guy, very helpful if you go to his office hours. Misses class a lot, but is funny, very respectful man. If you're offended you're a fool, because he tells you up front he talks about sex a lot, usually related to the class. He swears and can be vulgar, but warns you about it and isn't trying to offend you.

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ETH101
May 2, 2009

if u want to learn ethnics dont take it with him ... if u want an easy A take this course, meet up with him once in his office, chat with him about ur back ground ... you will secure an A. if u cant handle extreem sex talks in lectures then run away ... men should definatley take this ,,,,

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ETHN299
Apr 1, 2010

Professor Allen is widely misunderstood. He teaches APPLIED Ethnic Studies, which is a realm very few people understand. This leads many to think that he's total BS or that you can get an easy A by chatting with him. Far from it; you have to earn your grade by demonstrating proper understanding of APPLIED Ethnic Studies and Anthropology.

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ETHN101
Sep 13, 2010

Dr. Allen likes to talk about himself and go off on tangents. I actually haven't learned much from him and all of my learning has come from his text book and the website that goes along with it. I feel like this is an online class by how productive he is inside of class..which is not at all.

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ETHN123
Sep 10, 2011

Ego offers no academic value...and neither does this professor. It wouldn't surprise me if he has written a positive review about himself on this page...he spends all his class-time talking about himself...what's an extra 350 characters.

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ETHN101
Sep 11, 2011

I'm really confused about this class so far. At first his comments angered me, then I found him interesting, then I looked at the webste and found out that every 2 weeks you must read a chapter (some are 50+ pg), write 3 three page papers, take 2 quizzes and attend some kind of activity. This is a 100 level class and I DON'T have time for all that!

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ETHN101
Oct 24, 2011

This is a horrible class, do not take it! All he does is talk about himself so you never have to go to class. But, he forgets to mention that you have to write about 40 papers you have to write and attend 8 diversity events. Its supposed to be a 100 level class!

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ETHN101
Oct 31, 2011

1st prof in my 4 years here to require to think rather than memorize! Perhaps lectures are not the most organized and really more fun to listen to his stories than taught any of the concepts we had the book to reference, the internet, and our own brains. No cramming required! Can't fail this course as you get chances on tests until aced! LoVED IT!

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ETHN101
Dec 8, 2011

all he does is talk about himself its a really boring class you just watch movies and listen to him talk about himself. he has done almost everything there is to do in life and he wants to ket you know of that i really dont like his class

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ETHN101
Dec 9, 2011

I finished this class in the first 2 weeks of the semester. It can be done online and by reading your textbook besides your diversity events. Yes you do write 25 pages, but they are just chapter reviews and discussions and you have the entire semester if need be. Save the Quiz Answers and you have everything you need. Idiot if you can't pass this.

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ETHN101
Dec 10, 2011

If you need this course as a Major requirement, then take it. If not, never take this class as a gen. ed class because he drops you a entire letter grade if you didn't go to the class everyday,even if you have full points for the course. He always yells at students...

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ETHN101
Dec 18, 2011

This class is easy if you do all the work. I skipped class because I was sick of the professor talking about his accomplishments. He claims to be part American Indian (like 1/32) and is pretty annoying when talking about "his people" when he didn't grow up with the tradition or anything. Only take if you need it. Alot of work for a 101.

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ETHN101
Jan 9, 2012

Quizzes and tests are easy, keep the answers to them and you get the tests 100%! however. You must write 26 papers and go to 8 events. He is very controversial and because he wrote the book needed, he thinks he knows everything!

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ETHN101
Jan 10, 2012

I was amazed by the amount of work he required us to do; far too much for a 100 level class. He was really unorganized and attending the classes were pointless because he talks about himself the whole time. Otherwise, he's a really easy grader, and the tests are extremely easy (I got an A). Don't take class unless you're interested in the subject

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ETHN101
Aug 9, 2012

I learned more about Dr. Allen in this class than I did about the actual subject. He likes to hear himself talk and unfortunately this doesn't help you with the papers and the tests. I do not recommend this class at all.

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ETHN04
Nov 15, 2012

Dr. Allen is the man. He changed my life

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100
Mar 27, 2013

actually, he is the best professor. he makes the class inserting and he respect all the students. i recommended you guys to take any course with him. yami....

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ETHN202W
Apr 10, 2013

Dr. Allen is cool but he really loves to tell stories about himself. Pretty interesting and out there kind of guy, but you have to be willing to listen to constant life stories. Class is just a show up for points and essays are graded generously.

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ETHN202W
May 1, 2013

Prof. Allen is one of the most interesting prof's I have ever had, very friendly guy, very knowledgeable, but he lectures all class period about his life stories which is okay but you are graded on attending class so you have to be there. You watch a movie or two, and he grades the papers I felt very generously, the class is easy and he is awesome!

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ETHN101
Aug 23, 2013

He is the worst professor ever. Don't take him. He makes you go online and do stupid questions. The only thing he wants is for the students to purchase his own textbook for the course. Don't waste your time.

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ETHN101
Aug 24, 2013

VERY CONFUSED. MOST OF THE TIME JUST TALKING ABOUT HIS FAMILY. IF YOU WANT EASY A, GET TO KNOW HIM AND DO ONE OR TWO PAPERS.

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ETHN101
Grade: Incomplete
Aug 29, 2013

Not recommend. I took him last semester and learned nothing. Most of the time spent watching useless videos.

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ETHN101
Sep 6, 2013

You must be kidding. This is our second week of the semester and we haven't learned anything. Should have dropped his class.

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ETHN101
Sep 6, 2013

I'm also taking his class this fall 2013 and I must disagree with others, he is rude and the most worst professor compare to the other four I have this semester.

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ETHN101
Sep 10, 2013

Very easy class. People get pissed cause he does talk about himself alot and his past experiences but he is after all a PROFESSOR not a teacher. He doesn't need to follow a state mandated curriculum. If you don't learn in class, then use the book like you're supposed to.

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ETHN101
Sep 16, 2013

I took his class now and posted this from class, worst professor, teach none sense stuff.

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ETHNIC100
Sep 20, 2013

Oh no. noooo way.

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ETHLOL
Oct 22, 2013

I rarely show up to this class. He's boring and talks about himself and a bunch of useless stuff. If I didn't have to take this class for my major I wouldn't of. This class is awful.

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ETHN101
Oct 24, 2013

OMG. You must be kidding me. No way. Should have dropped his class in the beginning.

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ETHN100
Dec 12, 2013

Dropped. For an online class, he required students to attend multicultural events every two weeks. People take online classes because they can't get to campus. I commute and when I was on campus, I was in class and had no time to attend events. Wrote own textbook, his class was run through publisher. Expensive book is worthless, can't be resold.

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ETHN101
Mar 31, 2014

Very interesting fellow to say the least. goes off on a tangent most the time during lecture but I would always walk away a satisfied student because of that.The intro courses are easy peasy so that's probably why he isnt such a stickler during lecture. I learned alot from Mr. Allen, both in terms of ethnic studies and life in general.

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ETHN101
May 16, 2014

OMG. This professor is freaky lazy and never reply email. I learned nothing from his class other than about himself.

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ETHN101202W
Aug 21, 2014

the best ever... take him and believe me you won`t regret it. EASY A...

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ETHN101
Oct 1, 2014

All he does is talk about himself and doesn't tell you anything about the chapters and whats going to be on the quizzes. All the quizzes and tests are online so I stopped going to class because its so pointless. DON'T take this course unless you want an online.

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ETHNICSTUDIES
Nov 12, 2014

He does talk about himself a lot but if you actually pay attention you see how it relates to the subject matter. He is an awesome professor.

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ETHICS101
Nov 18, 2014

Professor Allen is a great guy, he does talks a lot about himself but I really like his stories, and he is a very respectful person. quizzes are easy (open book and unlimited tries), middle and final tests are long but very easy (open book), two short diversity papers. overall, if you need the credit you should take this class you won't regret it

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ETHNIC101
Jan 25, 2015

His class is pretty easy. Everything is online so you don't necessarily even need to show up to class. I wouldn't recommend buying his book though. I didn't really use it and you can't sell it back either. He's a pretty cool professor, EASY A, definitely, but no need to go to class and no need to buy the book.

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101
May 22, 2015

THE BEST Professor EVER!!

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ETHN101
Jul 13, 2015

He is the best example of WORST professor.

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ETHN101
Jul 13, 2015

NO WAY. He is the WORST professor I ever took. I heard he rated himself in here to get students attention. Beware!

5.0
1.0
ETH101
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2015

Professor Allen is a super nice and helpful guy, that will respond (or have a TA respond) ASAP. They will clear up questions about material the best they can, which I found extremely helpful. The tests are not very hard whatsoever.

5.0
2.0
ETHN202W
Grade: A+
Nov 26, 2015

By far one of the best professors I have ever had. His classes are very clear cut, although he basically will talk about his own personal life stories and not lecture much, he provides way more content than you will need for the course. Don't don't bother with the book. You won't use it.

2.0
1.0
ETHN101
Mar 10, 2016

I only went to class the first week. All of the quizzes, the midterm, and the final are all put on D2L at the beginning of the semester. You work at your own pace can finish the class early. Everything is open book and quizzes can be taken three times for the best score. He talks about himself so class is pointless. But is an easy A or GPA booster.

5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
May 3, 2016

He's the ideal teacher. Talks a lot about his personal experiences which actually make the class interesting. He make it clear that he won't fail anyone so only attend if you're willing to hear his interesting stories.

4.0
2.0
EHTN101
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2016
Would take again

Took multicultural ethics online and there is no homework, just quizzes, a midterm and final. Easy class if you do these assignments on time. You can work at your own pace so I finished way before the semester ended. He also gave everyone a second chance and reopened the quizzes and tests if you missed them. Such a nice teacher!!

4.0
2.0
ETH101
Grade: A
Sep 19, 2016
Would take again

Interesting guy. Yes, there are times he goes off on tangents and talks about his own personal experiences, but you will get what you expect from his courses overall. This professor is passionate about social justice, equality and challenging the status quo and really encouraged me to question things in a proactive way. Take him, open your mind.

3.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A+
Nov 23, 2016
Would take again

Great Class to take for diverse cultures requirement. Satisfies goal 5 and 7. Easy A. 8 quizzes 2 test 2 one page papers I would recommend this class a easy gen ed. class. I finished it in the first two weeks.

4.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2017
Would take again

The quizzes were easy and you were able to work at your own pace. Not going to class doesn't make your grade any worse, but going to class can boost your grade.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ETHN101
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 15, 2017
Would take again

I took this online and he opens everything up right away. I finished the class in 2 weeks and only had the two papers left for the rest of the semester. Easy A and definitely a GPA booster.

4.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A
Jul 17, 2017
Would take again

I took this class online, but pretty much if you open your textbook you will pass. The professor is a easy grader and you get more than enough time to get assignments/quizzes done. I highly recommend this class if you want an easy A.

Clear grading criteria
3.0
2.0
EHTN101
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2017
Would take again

ETHN101 online: He opens the tests/quizzes since first day of class. The midterm and the final are the exact questions from the quizzes, so they are straight forwards. He sent out email on what ethnic-related videos to watch online. You can incorporate what you learn from the videos and from the textbook for the two papers you have to type.

Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
Mar 13, 2018
Would take again

Wayne is such an easy professor. Don't know him personally as I had this class online. Do not need to buy the book. I finished the class in 1 week. You have to attend two diversity events on campus and write a two page paper on it, super easy and stress free. If you need an extra credit or need to fill another goal area, I would recommend!!

Respected
SO MANY PAPERS
TEST HEAVY
5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: B+
Apr 25, 2018
Would take again

Online and super easy. Exams and quizzes opened up right away so I got them done the first week of the semester. (With more than one attempt) You are supposed to go to 2 diversity events and write a paper but you can still get an 87% without them. Would take again!

5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A
May 3, 2018
Would take again

The whole class is online and tests/quizzes are incredibly easy and allows multiple attempts. The textbook can be useful but honestly is not needed.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
May 13, 2018
Would take again

If you want an easy A, without any effort, take this class.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
May 14, 2018
Would take again

Best online class

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2018
Would take again

Love him! Taking his class, just like a entertainment.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2018
Would take again

Love him! Taking his class, just like a entertainment. Fantastic!

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ETHN101
Grade: B+
Oct 20, 2018
Would take again

I took a class online taught by this professor. Some of the rubrics for assignments seem a bit tough to follow but he grades fairly and doesnt give you too little or too much work.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2018
Would take again

I took this class online in the summer which was just a two week course. I enjoyed it and finished everything in two days. It was one paper, a midterm and a final. Easy class if you need come credits.

5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

He is very good grader.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Allen was an extremely to the point professor. At the beginning of the semester he showed us everything we needed to do during the semester, and told us to get started. Your grade is based off quizzes and papers, but the quizzes are all multiple choice and quite easy. The papers are graded very well. I highly recommend.

5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

This class is soooo easy online. Just take the quizzes (most you can find quizlets for ) and 2 papers due at the end of the semester. Don't make the mistake of buying a textbook! I figured since it was an online class it'd be needed but not at all.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

I took a completely online class. Grades were from chapter quizzes, 2 exams, and 2 papers. No due dates except the end of the semester, so I finished it really early. Syllabus says everything that's due. Some feed back on papers. Grades quickly. Multiple chances on chapter quizzes. One chance on midterm exams.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
Nov 14, 2019
Would take again

ETHN101 Online with Professor Allen was one of the easiest classes I have ever taken. If writing papers is not difficult for you, you will do fine. There were two textbooks recommended for the class, but I really only used the Study Reader with all of the articles for the one-page papers. Allen is a super quick grader; I would take him again!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ETHN101
Grade: A+
Feb 12, 2020
Would take again

Easy online class. For the quizzes and tests use quizlet for help. The bulk of the work is for all of the papers. You have 10 article papers and 2 diverse event papers (about 1 page each for each paper). You will only need the course reader for the papers. If you are good at writing papers, you can finish the entire class within 2 weeks.

Gives good feedback
So many papers
5.0
1.0
ETHN101202W
Grade: A
May 8, 2021
Would take again

This professor was amazing, he gives you everything you need for the class on the first day and makes everything due on the last day of the semester. Super easy tests/quizzes but the papers are a little repetitive, just summarizing the chapter in the text book. 2 diverse papers as well but are easy to write.

Respected
Caring
So many papers
4.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A+
Jun 8, 2021
Would take again

Quite a few short papers but as long as you submit something you'll get 100%. Never heard from the professor but very easy A.

So many papers
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2021
Would take again

This professor has some strong opinions and he's not afraid to let you know. If you come to class it will mostly just be filled with storytelling. Pretty easy A if you just submit the 10 1-pagers, the quizzes, and the 2 diversity papers. You have the whole semester to submit them as well.

Get ready to read
So many papers
5.0
2.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2021
Would take again

There are a lot of papers however, if you keep up throughout the semester, it is NOT a hard class. This is one of the few classes I actually learned a lot and took a lot away from and I appreciated his teaching and his TA's with feedback. I highly recommend for a diverse cultures course!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

The easiest course ever... once you take it, you will get free credits.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
Jan 14, 2022
Would take again

The class was super easy, there are 10 reader pages, with one page summary for each. Don't bother getting a textbook, every quiz answer is on quizlet. Just google it up. If you want an easy credit class this is the one.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
So many papers
1.0
2.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2022

Although everyone talks about the assignments and how easy they are, no one specifically mentions the professor. He tends to stray far from his teaching topics and tells you his whole life story. He's insensitive to people of color and uses word that come off offensive or indecent. Do not recommend him specifically, but the class yes.

5.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A+
Apr 28, 2023
Would take again

Literally the easiest class ever. If you have the time, try to finish everything early so you can focus on your other courses. If you're looking to fulfill a requirement take this class because it's just so easy.

5.0
2.0
101
Grade: A
Oct 27, 2023
Would take again

Good class to take. I learned a lot while not having to be constantly stressed. He definitely understands how overworking students doesn't benefit them. Would definitely recommend this professor and class. There are 12 papers but they are all short and easy to write if you read the chapters.

Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
Apr 23, 2024
Would take again

Very easy online class. I would recommend if you have a harder class load and need to fulfill some other goal area. You only need to buy one of the textbooks - for the papers. The quiz answers are completely online. He is very straightforward and you can finish in one week if you really want. Got 100% on everything. Highly recommend!

5.0
1.0
EHTN101
Grade: A+
Nov 4, 2024
Would take again

EHTN101 with Professor Allen is an absolute breeze. Just some short papers, no need for the textbooks - Quizlet has all the quiz answers. Unstuckstudy was a huge help for study prep too. Highly recommend for an easy credit!

4.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2024
Would take again

He doesn't answer to any emails. But the whole class is only graded on tests and papers. There are about 12 papers a few tests. He grades easily and is not a hard class to pass. He also offers extra credit at the end. All of the units are open from the beginning of the semester, till the end, so he gives you time.

EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

He understands we have lives outside of his class. You have until the end of the semester to get everything done (not that much work), very passionate, and he is physically unwell so had maybe 3 lectures total all semester. Great class to take, and interesting content, too.

Inspirational
Caring
Respected
2.0
1.0
ETHN101
Grade: A+
Jan 13, 2025
Would take again

My course only met in class three times in an entire semester due to any reason Dr. Allen couldn't make it to class that day, so I can't judge too much about him. ETHN101 is self-guided and all assignments are due on the last day of the semester. Every quiz/exam is open-note, so very easy to get a good grade. A great GPA-boost of a class.

Get ready to read
So many papers
4.0
1.0
ETHICS101
Grade: A
Jan 28, 2025
Would take again

Really easy class just 10 1 page papers all due at the end of the semester. Easy credits.

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