Bryant Mangum - Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA

Professor: Bryant Mangum

Department: English

College: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL375
• Grade Received: INC
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Mangum is by far the best professor I've had in my 2 years at VCU. The class is mostly lecture and class discussions, but he's so passionate and knowledgeable that I could sit and listen to him talk for the whole class and not get bored. You can tell he loves all of his students and will go out of his way to make sure you succeed.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is so nice and sweet and cute. I always get a B or a B+ on essays, he prompts them all and leaves great feedback but does not give out A's generously. Tends to go on random tangents about authors. Always with a smile on his face! Greets everyone as they walk into class, so he's that kind of teacher. Would willingly take him again!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG374
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Mangum is by far the best prof I have had in my 3 years at VCU, and he doesn't even teach within my major. With that, if you aren't an English major, this class could really be a challenge for you, like it was for me; lots of reading and class discussion but Mangum is so understanding, helpful, and caring. Tests are daunting.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG490
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This professor is epic. Hecis one of the most passionate professors you will ever encounter. His knowledge of Fitzgerald and the other early 20th century writers and literature is fantastic: Ever known anyone to sleep on the grave of his idol? He did. Or so went one of his stories, if I remember correctly. To say the least: He is inspiring.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG374
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

So good it will make you sad he is teaching at VCU. Literally one of the best professors I've ever had. Incredibly knowledgeable about his subject and has wonderful stories to tell. Not many tests, so you need to read closely to get good grades on them.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGL374
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Bryant Mangum is one of those professors who's positivity (or innocence)is contagious, he's always smilling. Great guy, remembers the name of every student and personal things about them. He had great personal stories to share in class. Grade-wise, you have to put a little effort and at least some reading, but he's lenient and rewards work.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: 374
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Amazingly sweet old man and will work with you if you talk to him. He jumps around (making him hard to follow) and is a bore, but pay attention bc tests are based off lectures. He also rambles a lot. Only grades are tests & blackboard posts. No papers unless you want extra credit. I personally would not take him again & I'm an English major.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 374001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Prof Mangum was the most kind teacher I have had at VCU. But I warn you, if you aren't into reading, and the subject he is teaching his class with be a major bore all semester. I dreaded going to that class to hear him ramble on about things I didn't care about. But he was always there giving me the benefit of the doubt on tests which I appreciated

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 374301
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

A teacher with so much enthusiasm and passion it makes the ridiculously hard exams and essays a pleasure. He is, without a doubt, the most inspiring professor at VCU. I have never met a man with more love for his subject matter or more kindness, patience and charity for his students.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL374
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Mangum is a truly brilliant professor. He is kind and helpful, making a point to know each of his students. He is incredibly passionate and makes each class a real pleasure. I cannot overstate how amazing he is and thoroughly recommend that everyone with this opportunity take his class.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENGL301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof Mangum is super nice and really easy to get along with. He loves what he does and goes out of his way to help each student out. Just do the reading and the papers will be easy. You can get an A, no problem.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Mangum is a life changing teacher. Not only is he so smart but he is so kind and genuine, which I really appreciated after all the crappy teachers Ive had at VCU. Always works and helps you. Always asks how youre doing. He makes it a point to get to know each of his students. Such a sweet guy. DEF TAKE HIM! Brilliant.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL374
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

It took me three semesters to get into this class, but boy was I disappointed when I finally took it. He rambles on about backgrounds of the author, and then spends the class period covering a general analysis on the books, but expects you to remember specific details for his tests. It is ridiculous and I do not recommend taking his classes.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: AMERICANLIT
• 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:

What a brilliant professor! I was afraid of American lit, but he made it so interesting, that I worked my butt off, and earned an A!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

TAKE a class with him! Absolute best professor I have ever had. He is passionate, genius, and kind. Keep up with the reading, you will take so much away from his class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENGL301
• 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. Mangum is one of the best professors I've ever had. Homeskillet is the best! He is so passionate about the class, is really open to the ideas of students, and is so humble even though he is one of the smartest people I've ever met. Take his class if you get the chance!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing Professor! He keeps the class interesting and laid back. Do the reading a speak up in class and you will do wonderfully. He gives great feedback on papers, but his quizzes/tests can be difficult because they are very specific. One of the best classes and professors I've taken at VCU.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG375
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

As long as you keep up with the reading and pay attention to class discussion, you will do well. Extremely helpful and easy going, outstanding professor.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENGL374
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Had him for many classes... he is an absolutely wonderful professor. Others have said it, but it is sooo true he shows an interest not only in the material but in helping students connect with it. From my recollection his tests were insanely hard, but not in a bad way, they just challenged you. Definitely take his class if you can!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG375
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I had Dr. Mangum for Cont. American Lit. It was a phenomenal class and I'm not even an English major. Dr. Mangum is so nice and really cares about his students. His stories are as interesting as the books read in class. The tests aren't hard if you've read (and not just skimmed) all of the reading. Plus, the books and short stories we read for clas