Christopher Cakebread - Boston University, Boston, MA

Professor: Christopher Cakebread

Department: Communication

College: Boston University, Boston, MA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: AD317
• 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:

I had Professor Cakebread for his Introduction to Advertising course this past, and I loved it. Professor Cakebread is an expert in his field and is extremely passionate about teaching his students and ensuring they understand the material. Professor Cakebread is willing to hear students out with regards to grades and allows them to argue why they

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Cakebread teaches you so much about the environment of an ad agency. Everything I learned in his class was so helpful when I got my first internship. He's also a good professor and willing to help. So what if he's a bit sassy sometimes? Cakebread is great, and the class is an easy A.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Cakebread is my boy. People are overly harsh because they don't go see him during office hours. HE IS SO HELPFUL DURING OFFICE HOURS. He really does want you to learn and is extremely knowledgeable. He is really blunt so I don't recommend him if you're easily intimidated.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Had a terrible experience in Cakebread's class. He is disorganized and unnecessarily sassy at times to students, which turns the class environment into one long rant by him since students are too scared to speak up. He teaches only to the project, ignores the syllabus structure, and starts class (an 8am lecture) ten minutes early.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He's a confusing guy. I got an A, but I think it's because I got lucky a few times in a row. He's incredibly unclear in his lectures, grading criteria, and feedback. He rambles on and on, often about material that doesn't matter to the course. We only read four chapters from the book, which is dumb. And worst, I didn't feel like I learned anything.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Upon arriving to the first class, I was under the impression that it would be a fun and interesting session. I was wrong. Cakebread was never clear about what he expected, was often rude to his students, and went off on tangents that had nothing to do with course material. Take this class if you want to be confused, frustrated, and dissatisfied.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof Cakebread is a chill guy. He tells you what he wants and the if you provide, you will do well. The tests are anything he goes over in class. Not that hard, just a curveball question once in a while. The class isn't crazy amazing, but it's not horrible either. He only knows you go by the sign-in sheet, so someone else can alway sign you in.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Cakebread is such a nice guy and really wants his students to succeed. Definitely recommend this class to any ad majors

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Cakebread's lectures can definitely be boring, but it is an easy class. The tests are really straightforward, and he doesn't put anything on them that you didn't already go over. The group project takes up some time, and you better like your group, or else it will be a long semester.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

What Cakebread will teach you about the industry by far is more valuable than any of the class material. He has real experience in the field and loves to share it. Though the class itself is straightforward, you will learn so much extra invaluable information. Plus he's super enthusiastic, which is nice in the mornings.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Kind of disappointed with his class. I didn't mind the 8am so much, but it bothered me that he spent most classes on material that we didn't need to know. We watched a lot of videos and had a lot of quest speakers. He would also mostly teach to the project - which was unclear.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

In addition to forgetting to print out half of our midterm and doing absolutely nothing about it, he provides little to no help during office hours. Though he is energetic and half of the class time is spent watching Youtube videos, his condescending attitude towards students is a major reason why I would recommend not taking the class with him.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

crazy enthusiastic for an 8am class. knows what he's talking about but a lot of material isn't applicable to the class. lectures aren't that interesting but guest lecturers are usually awesome. the project is a ton of fun. the exams were oddly tough.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• 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:

Witty, engaging, knowledgeable. Grades very fairly. Straightforward tests from notes/lectures. Very smart, experienced guy who can be intimidating. Don't be afraid to speak up in class but also don't ask stupid questions since he doesn't like that. Don't be an idiot, pay attention, show creativity, work hard in the group project and you're golden.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CM101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Cakebread is nice but is so unorganized and unclear with his expectations. Clearly picks favorites and lets you know if your asking a dumb question. I wouldn't take another course with him.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CM419
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Cakebread is a great professor who I would take again and again if I could. Very funny and straightforward. Sometimes lectures are bit pointless, but overall, he knows a lot about the ad industry and brings many alumni in to network with. Great, practical class that provided entertainment throughout the week as well.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Class is very straightforward and interesting. I love Cakebread's teaching style. Exams are easy and straightforward if you study your notes. Final project is AWFUL though. It is an obnoxious amount of work and he isn't very clear on his expectations.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really enthusiastic professor. He outlines the exam the class before and is straightforward in his notes and outline. The book is not needed but good to refer to for further explanation. Fair grader and encourages participation.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ADMGTC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Cakebread is really intelligent and fun, but you have to understand his dry humor to appreciate his wit. He'll like you if you speak up and aren't afraid to counteract whatever he says. He enjoys creativity the most.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CM317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Take him! Makes class so interesting and explains the concepts very clearly. Doesn't just teach out of the textbook, shows real life campaigns and interactive videos he thinks students will enjoy. Big final project, one midterm, one final, and a few small assignments. Definitely recommend:)