Michael Trussler - University of Regina, Regina, SK

Professor: Michael Trussler

Department: English

College: University of Regina, Regina, SK

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL222
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I absolutely loved taking a class with Michael. He has a passion for the subject I honestly have never seen before. I even developed a weird little intellectual crush on him, to be honest. This course will expand your reading skills in ways you never thought possible. Highly recommend!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great Prof! Best experience that I have had so far at University.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG252
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Extraordinary. Easily the best professor the English Department has. I could feel the fireworks going off in my head when he lectured, and every single class I was able to make connections that I had never been able to make before. I've never felt so inspired to do well for a professor, his passion and brilliance are obvious.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENGL252
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

In it for the learning? Take Trussler. He may be strongly opinionated but he's surprisingly even-handed and you could spend hours debating him if time allowed. Generous with extensions; crazy tough marker; his feedback is effective. Confidence in your English & essay skills feels like a prerequisite to even scrape by, but you learn a hell of a lot.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Would not take another class from him. Expresses very strong political opinions every class that do not relate to the class at all. He likes to preach his opinions loud and clear. Provides good feedback on essays.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGL339AB
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Definitely the best class I've ever taken. I found the content interesting and moving, carefully selected by Mike to offer a range of different styles. Mike's classes aren't easy, but because he's so knowledgeable I was inspired to push myself and really work hard on my essays.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL212
• 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: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Trussler is the best professor you will have at the University of Regina. He is a brilliant mind, and if you skip his class you are wasting your tuition because few know their stuff as well as he does. He's hilarious to boot.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGL339AB
• 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:

Dr. Trussler is one of the best professors I have ever had; he is an absolutely brilliant man. His Literature and the Holocaust class was absolutely incredible, and I am sad to see this class come to an end. Yes, a hard marker, but you will be rewarded if you put in the effort. His comments on essays are very helpful. I highly recommend.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGL317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

A very interesting teacher, but an extremely hard marker. In other engl classes I have taken I have an mid 70 average. However, his midterm and final essay give me and average of 59%. Lots of effort went into that essay and I got a 58%. I have never been marked that severely. So take his class if your okay with getting a lower mark.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG252
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE HIM!!!! He gave me such a passion for my writing and really got me to think about how I read and write and how I gain inspiration from the world around me! Best class I've ever taken. He helped me so much! I would definitely recommend this professor if your interested in creative writing at all! Amazing!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG399
• 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:

Literary theory is incredibly hard to grasp, but Mike uses real world, relate-able comparisons and is always willing to answer questions. He has high expectations, but he really wants you to learn and to think for yourself. His knowledge is intimidating, but I always learn so much from him. He also grants extensions without requiring a reason.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG374
• 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:

wow. honestly the best prof I've ever had - he marks hard, but if you work with him, and give effort - he will do what he can to help you. I will always be grateful to Dr. Trussler for the help he gave me, and for what I learned in his class. If you get a chance - take a class. Amazing man, and amazing teacher.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG352
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This is my second class with Trussler and he is amazing. Definitely expands your horizons. If you talk with him and challenge him, he will respect you. Same with essays - go beyond! I almost failed his lit class and came out with an 85%. Understanding, intelligent and extremely helpful.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENGL317
• 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:

Fascinating prof: relates Literature to the search for meaning, philosophy and literary theory, etc. Passionate lectures, he enjoys what he does and attempts to engage students in a thought-provoking way. Difficult marker, exams are particularly tough, but he's not close-minded and will listen to ideas counter his own. I highly recommend him.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL100
• 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:

Awesome teacher. He tries to ensure that you understand the material, and is very understanding if you need to ask for an extension on your essays. He is a tough marker, but leaves very good commentary on assignments. I would consider him if I choose to take another English course.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENGL222
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Excellent prof. Very passionate about teaching. Brings even the driest material to life. Extremely hard marker, though. Nearly to the point of being a little unfair for a 200 level class. Don't take this class expecting an easy mark. He's a self-proclaimed hard marker.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL222
• 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:

he is awesome! so understanding! and so far loving the class!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGL100
• 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:

You will improve your writing and reading skills after taking his class. Although he marks tough, it's very worth while taking. He makes class very interesting and makes you think hard about life experiences.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENGL100
• 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:

im for help, it will put your writing into perspective. On my first essay I got 72% and after talking with him before writing my second essay, I got an 85%. He gives you the tools to become a better writer and better analytically. He is also hilarious and kind of crazy; there was very rarely a boring class and he will keep you engaged in the class

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENGL100
• 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:

Michael Trussler was the best prof I have ever had! Oh, and a heads up...the picture of him hasn't been updated for a while. He does not have any facial hair, haha. Michael has high expectations of his students because he forces students to think on a higher level which is extremely productive. It is challenging to get good marks but if you go to h