Calvin Townsend - Trinity Western University, Langley, BC

Professor: Calvin Townsend

Department: Political Science

College: Trinity Western University, Langley, BC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: RELS465
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took three classes with him because I liked his classes so much and they all fit into the core requirement at Trinity Western. They were all life changing but this one was my favorite!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POL101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Cal teaches with both energy and enthusiasm; hes a fast speaks, but, he repeats himself multiple times thorough the lecture which makes it possible to catch up on notes. Taking notes and attending class are a must, since he explains the course material really thoroughly. Its a great learning exertion and a must take class.

Rating # 3

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

He's really great and makes you actually want to go to class. He also tells a lot of great stories that are related to what you're learning. We have weekly assignments that aren't hard but just time consuming. Overall I love his class!

Rating # 4

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: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Cal is by far my FAVOURITE professor! He cares so much about all of his students, and is beyond passionate about the material he teaches. He's very clear about expectations for papers and assignments, and it really isn't hard to get an A in his class. Take him EVEN IF YOU DON'T HAVE TO!! :)

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POLS250
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great Teacher, and amazing lectures, Professor Townsend will make your Uni experience even better.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POLS250
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor, he is very kind, and really cares about his students. I really enjoy his lectures, he is engaging, funny, and really gets you thinking!!! Highly recommend taking one of his classes!!

Rating # 7

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Prof. Cal Townsend is a quirky, opinionated guy that is at times unclear in his expectations of midterms and term papers. Keep a dialogue going throughout the entire course in class and outside of class with him and you're sure to do well. His tutorials on fridays are like mini lectures with a bit of dialogue mixed in. Those are a definite must go.

Rating # 8

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Cal is funny, animated, and engaging. I enjoy political philosophy. He just reiterates the material over and over again. It's like Plato for Dummies. While I'm not in Mensa (yet), I found it excessive. That's my only complaint.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher, he lectures each class and makes all the readings crystal clear. The homework isn't difficult, but it is every week and will require some time.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: 101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Everyone needs to take one of his classes!!! I could listen to him talk all day! very interesting topics are covered! Such a good Professor! :D

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POLS101250
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

You need to take one of Cal's classes before leaving TWU!! He is the best professor I have ever heard at taking complex issues, making sense of them, and delivering the message in a way that engages undergraduate students. He is passionate about his job, which shows in every lecture he delivers and the massive amount of time he pours into students.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: IDIS400
• 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:

AMAZING

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• 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:

AWESOME, if you have the option to take him please do!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: P0LS101
• 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:

Best Prof ever, so animated and engaging. Really gets to know his students.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Cal Townsend is top notch. He's so knowledgeable and SO passionate. Loves SPARTA. He's always going back and going over concepts from previous classes to solidify them in your head. Always willing to help with papers or questions, cares a lot about his students. And apparently he does premarital counseling too, which I think would be AWESOME.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Where do I begin. CalTown was probably one of my favourite profs this semester. He displays a great knowledge of politics, both modern and ancient. He keeps class interesting and makes learning fun and easy.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POLS101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

A fantastic teacher, Cal Townsend is extremely engaging. This class focuses on political philosophy, so be prepared to study the Ancients. The TA marks the weekly reading responses brutally, so don't be too discouraged; it happens to the best of us. All in all, take his course. He's loud, opinionated, and funny. You'll learn a lot.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: RELS465
• 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:

AMAZING PROF!!!

Rating # 19

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:

One of THE best profs you can take at TWU. his presentation of course material blows your mind, his lectures are very engaging and he is very encouraging and helpful with papers. everyone should take SOMETHING by him, be it pols 101 or rels 465.

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:

An amazing prof who has a heart for each and every student. He gets his point across in a clear and concise manner and is willing to put the extra time in. Attend Tutorial! You'll learn a lot. Not the class you'll get an A+ in, but you'll do well. Definitely a must take!