Ralph Quinn - University of California Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

Professor: Ralph Quinn

Department: Psychology

College: University of California Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSY167
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

You will undoubtedly love Professor Quinn. Good material covered in class, he teaches in a way that will help make it stick. If you are genuinely interested in the subject, studying will feel just like reading. The only class I have taken where I WANTED to go every session. I might just be a fan of him, but to me this class was unforgettable.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PSYC80A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

AMAZING. Bought all the readings and never read them so I finessed myself out of my own money lol, but still got an A. Theres one midterm and the final was a 12 page paper. Lectures are clear and story-like, hes great. Everyone should take this course.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: 80A
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He's amazing! Recommend everyone take 80A

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH80A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Psych and Religion was a great class and it's definitely worth taking. Ralph is amazing, to put it frankly. Easy pass as long as you pay attention to lecture and don't put off the final paper till the night before. Tip: utilize the TAs, sections are optional but they often have good midterm review sessions and study advice.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSCH80A
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Ralph Quinn is the sweetest old man alive. He is like who everyone wishes was their ideal grandpa and he cares about all of his students so much. You don't have to go to class, but his lectures are so powerful and amazing you almost feel guilty when you skip. The class isn't hard either and it is easy to get an A. Love this man

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSYC80A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Took this class because of the things I heard about it. I really enjoyed it. What an experience. I only regret not going to all the classes. One of my favorite classes I've taken. I would recommend to everyone before you graduate to take the class and see for yourself.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHYC80A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Easily one of the best professor I've had at UCSC. I started convincing friends to come sit in on his lectures with me because he was so inspiring and entertaining. Very easy class. Not a traditional psych class, but valuable none the less. Chose my major based on my experience in Psych and Religion. :) 10/10 would recommend

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH80A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof Quinn's course on the Psychology of Religion was the most intellectually and academically dishonest experience of my educational career. The class does not cover the psychological, sociological or biological origins of religion, features no references to research. Quinn relies heavily on Jung to encourage magical thinking among his students.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSYC80A
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Ralph deserves more than 4.5. I can just feel his passion on class. He gave me the force and strength to send me onto my own spiritual path. And know what, Ralph dressed up on class, and took us to the meadow for a group dance!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSYC179A
• 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:

I took Ralph's class, Theories in Moral Psychology, 20 years ago. I am now a PhD & professor in a different state. I just looked him up out of curiosity, as he was my favorite professor in college. Ralph's class affected my entire life, from how I teach to who I married to the ways I think about my fellow humans. Wow! Thank you, Ralph! 3

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: 80A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Ralph is so sweet and caring, he truly cares about how his students are doing. The lectures are more like a story than an actual lecture, and he allows a lot of freedom for student input and examples. He's more than happy to give advice in and outside of class, and he has a lot of great ideas and perspectives that are often missed in academia.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH80A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best class i have ever taken at UCSC. This class is more than just a regular lecture, it's a wonderful experience. The whole class feels like a family and is connected more than any other class. The way professor Quinn lectures is more like telling a story. You can tell he really cares about his students. 10/10 would recommend this course.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PSYC80A
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The best class I have ever taken. He made the final optional and the big end of the year paper was the single most meaningful piece of writing I have ever made. Just an amazing professor, you feel like you are in a philosophy class almost. I have never had a professor that cares for their students as much as Ralph does.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH80A
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Ralph Quinn is the most captivating lecturer I have ever experienced. Not only were his lectures informative but also deeply emotional and inspiring. Quinn is a true gem of a human being, and I'd recommend not only taking his classes but also visiting his office hours, as he's just a true joy to be around.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PSYC80A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's so awesome.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PSCH80A
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Incredible class taught by an incredible teacher. 100% recommend this class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PSYC080A
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He has all the traits you can expect from a good professor :)

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: 80A
• 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:

he's amazing

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSYC80A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This class is more of an experience than a class. I took it my first quarter of my freshman year and it was absolutely amazing. I totally would recommend it to a friend.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSY80A
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Ralph is a man who is very humorous and humbled. He uses a lot of stories from his life to lead into detailed lectures. He finds ways to engage with students personally despite having a very full class. Always was willing to answer questions after lectures. The readings can sometimes be dense, but you don't have to read them to pass the class.