Brigid Harrison - Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ

Professor: Brigid Harrison

Department: Political Science

College: Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Knows what she is talking about. Show up to class you'll do great.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

She's the best -- who women want to be, & guys want to marry. She's got her act together & helps you get yours together too. She' ll make you think about what you want, who you want to be, what you value. In the end she makes you understand the power of your own choices in school, work, & politics. If you get into her class you are #blessed.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Prof. Harrison really cares about the material she's teaching and takes her classes very seriously even if you don't. Her lectures are entertaining enough to keep you focused, but don't look at your phone because she will throw you out if she catches you. There are 4 quizzes (she drops the lowest one) and the midterm and final are just two essays.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I learned so much in this class, and from someone on TV with real world experience. I took it because it fit my schedule but I got very interested in politics and may even change my major. She knows an incredible amount. I disagree with no laptop policy, but she's the best prof at MSU.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

By far one of the worst professors I've ever had at MSU. Her quizzes are a lot harder than the midterm and final. She is knowledgeable when it comes to political science, don't get me wrong. She's just a tough grader, and a tough person overall. If you want to take her, make sure you read and attend every class.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This course was harder than I expected but in the end I learned a lot from Dr. Harrison. I think it's pretty awesome that this person I saw on t.v. and read in the news was teaching this course She gives great, interesting lectures and was always available to talk with me after class. I would change the group work but she's pretty amazing.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I have to admit that I was very intimidated at first, but in the end she wound up being my favorite professor at MSU. She knows so much, and is so articulate. Quizzes were tough at first, but she will take time and work with you individually so that you understand the material. I love seeing her on t.v. or reading about her in the paper - so cool

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POL101
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

There's only one way to pass Dr. Harrison's class; show up and take notes, go home and ready the chapter's assigned. She is a tough teacher don't get me wrong but she is good, her quizzes are a bit tough however are not crucial to passing, however it obviously helps. She has a strict technology policy, no laptops or phones. Would take again.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POL101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

She is knows her stuff. Class usually ends a half hour early. The quizzes are harder than the exams. If you don't show up, will be hard to pass

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

One word: AMAZING

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Harrison is an amazing professor. Yes, she can be a bit demanding and looks intimidating in the beginning, but as the semester goes, you'll see that she's a sweetheart. She gives 4 quizzes, and drops the lowest score. Not much assignments. She does play a movie, and we did some fun games as well. Would definitely recommend her anytime.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Harrison is really respected by her students because she truly knows a lot about the subject she is teaching. She is a Harvard graduate and her quizzes come straight from the vocab and notes she teaches. Easy A and most of the time you don't have to show up for class. Easiest class I've taken at Montclair. You rarely have to study.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

She can be a tough grader but she really motivates you to work hard, learn, and think about what you want to do. I would definitely take another class with her. She comes off intimidating at first, but by the end you realize that she will help you in every way she can.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: POLS 101
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Harrison definitely is an expert in her field. I'll start with the textbook. Expensive. She wrote it herself so you know that she makes you read it. Her tests are very difficult only due to the fact that she tests you on sub-topics that are barely talked about. She treats this class like a 300 level course.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POLS420
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Got me a fantastic internship. Prof. Harrison really helped me sort out career goals, and inspired me to pursue my dream and them helped me do it. I am so glad I took both Am Govt and the internship class with her. She's can be your best advocate.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Harrison was a terrific teacher, though I thought she was a bit of a tough grader on essays. But she worked a lot with me outside of class and I did okay in the end. She also cares about helping students get jobs and provided me with good advice for that. She is very respected in politics and is a good person to have in yuour corner.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POLS
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Harrison's class starts off seeming fun, but then turn into really boring lectures that feel like they will last forever. She leaves early almost every class but makes you stay behind and do some weird group project. If you do really good in class you don't have to take her final. Try to make it to every class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Harrison is an extremely intelligent woman. You have to work for your grade, but she makes it fun. There's a midterm and final, and a quiz on the chapter vocab every other week. Easy A if you do your homework. I would take every class I could with her.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POLS316
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Well, this professor changed my life. I took Campaign Politics where we had to work on a campaign. She placed me on a campaign, then I got to go to the inauguration. She then helped me get an internship at a senators office, and he just offered me a job after I graduate in May! She is awesome!!!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Harrison is terrific. Her class is organized, and you know what to expect. I had a personal issue during the semester and she was very sympathetic. I learned a lot and became more interested in political events. She also is a great dresser :)