Marion B. Lucas - Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY

Professor: Marion B. Lucas

Department: History

College: Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIST241
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This class was very lecture heavy. I never opened the book once and easily got an A, just by taking good detailed notes and studying those. The tests are all essays, but you have a choice, plus everyone is assigned a book to read and review. If you aren't good at just lecture classes, probably not for you.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST241
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

It is clear that Dr. Lucas knows the material. That being said, he is not the most engaging lecturer as he will primarily read from his notes. The tests are all essay and you need to be specific in order to receive full credit. Dr. Lucas is more than happy to help you if you ask. Brush up on elections for his US history courses.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CIVILWARRECON
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Come one come all! Watch the "Iron man of education," M.B. Lucas READ from his notes FOR THE ENTIRE HOUR!I've earned 120 hours here at WKU and the 3 I earned from this class were without a doubt worst. Poo!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

There are a LOT of reviews here stating that he's a "nice guy". Now, I'm not the very best student, but I'm not the worst by far. I'm in the honors college, and I'm maintaining a 3.5+ GPA. This professor is the worst I've ever had. EVER. Purposefully fails students. 2 or 3 people got greater than C.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very nice person, seems strict but you will see that he is a little more lenient. He definitely cares about his students so don't hesitate to ask for his help! Exams are essay based, usually 3 per exam. Study your notes more than the book!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• 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:

This was not an easy class by any means. He gives random pop quizzes every week over the reading. His lectures are oral and he tends to get off subject quite often. His exams are over the class lectures and he rarely gives any kind of review so make sure you take good notes!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• 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:

He expects his students to know the material. Yes, all of his exams are essay based, but during lectures he is sure to tell you the details of what will be on the exams. Reading the book when assigned is important if you want to do well on the pop quizes, but by reading the book you also have a better understanding of European history. Take it!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is very hard. But don't hesitate to talk to him if you need help. He really does care about his students and if you just ask questions and talk to him let him know what is going on he will do his best to help you. I was certain I was either to make a C or D in the class but when the final grades were posted to my surprise I received a B.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• 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:

M.B.Lucas is a fun guy. He likes to make jokes and tell stories everyday. He likes to throw pop quizzes once a week over the textbook readings but if you do those, you should be fine. The exams are all essays but if you take good note in class and know them, you can do really well.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Extreme workloads and ridiculous expectations. This teacher purposely fails students.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: WCIV116
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is such a sweet fellow, and like to crack jokes all the time, very dry jokes at that. However, he is very big on lists (3 reasons why...) or (5 causes of...) and although I like him, unless your mind is a steel trap for remembering things, you will struggle with the essay tests and random pop quizzes.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• 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:

Professor Lucas is an excellent teacher; he genuinely cares about his students and is willing to help in any way possible. For instance, the day of the final I wasn't feeling well and he allowed me to take the final two days later to give me extra time to study! As long as you stay focused and do the assignments you'll do well in this class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HST457
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

In reading the other reviews, I agree; Lucas is a difficult teacher. However, he is helpful in catching you up if you need it. Lucas comes across as a hard-@ss, but he's really not. He's a big softie when you get to know him. Just let him know what's going on with your life and he'll help you the best way he can. Give him a chance.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Lucas is a nice guy but this class is insane! I stayed up all night studying for the final and I don't think I did good at all. There's a crap-load of notes and the tests are straight essays. If you're a good note-taker, you may be able to do goos but if you have ADD and suck at life, pass on this guy!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HISTORY120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This teacher is a good guy but I wouldnt recommend him to anyone. I have a hard time keeping up in his class. And the test, lets not even go there!!!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

His tests are way too hard.

Rating # 17

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIST457G
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I have five college degrees accumulated over a span of 32 years from 6 colleges/universities. I've had approximately 75 professors over the years, and M. B. Lucas is easily in the top five of them. He's bright, engaging, and most importantly, he knows his stuff. Sure he's tough -- but he is fair, and after all, you are in college.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HST120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

this professor is a horrible teacher. he gives notes from the begenning of class to the end. he often mixes lecture with his liberal doctrine which should not be included in a lecture. he will call people out in class and openly make fun of them.do not take this professor as he is a very bad teacher

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIST120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is a great teacher. Make sure he knows who you are and you'll be fine. His tests are hard but he is a nice guy and this is a hard class with anyone you take. I would recommend Mr. M B Lucas