Sean O'Rourke - Furman University, Greenville, SC

Professor: Sean O'Rourke

Department: Communication

College: Furman University, Greenville, SC

Rating # 1

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

O'Rourke made Public Speaking my favorite class of the term and Ive switched my major. He brings the whole class together, and despite being a Freshman in a largely upperclassman class, I felt really comfortable speaking. Hes funny. Tease him about the Oregon Ducks, Quake Attack. Watch out for an introduction speech (3minutes) the first day.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: COM431
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Legitimately the BEST May X EVER. I had SO much fun, the material was incredibly interesting, and I lived in San Francisco for a month. He's such a fun prof, and you'll never ever regret taking this class. I would take this again in a heartbeat if Furman would let me. GPA booster as well. I loved this class! O'Rourke is awesome!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: COMCOM
• 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. ORourke genuinely cares about his students ... Enough to make fun of them! His class does not have any busy work but he expects that your midterm, final and the essay to all be top notch. He pushes his students because he knows they can be pushed! Again, not an easy A but he will improve your writing. He made an 8:30 class entertaining!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: COM201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Doc O is my favorite professor at Furman, HANDS DOWN. Not only does he care about his students and treat them as such, but he is so incredibly helpful. I cannot recommend this man enough. His class isn't an easy A, but its definitely attainable. TAKE HIM and get to know him...you will not regret it!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: COM201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors at Furman University hands down. I encourage every student at Furman to take a class with Prof. O'Rourke.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CMST204
• 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:

best professor EVER!!! I LOVE him!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: COMM22
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

O Ro is a genius. This was the most entertaining and beneficial class at Furman I have taken.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: COM101
• 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:

Awesome professor... being that i was in college- i didn't take my academics very seriously. now i am a ceo and i realize what a fabulous teacher he was. i made C's and didn't come to class as often as i should have...and he noticed. BEST PROF at furman...and the BEST CLASSES. Take it seriously- and enjoy his sense of humor.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: COMM30
• 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:

it's going to be hard, but it's going to be the best class you'll take at Furman. Don't miss out- for real.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: COM30
• 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 knows his stuff, but hes a little cocky. He picks favorites and makes that very clear. The lectures are pretty interesting, but hes a tough grader.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: COM
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best prof at Furman. Take him at all cost, it will be worth the work you'll put in.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: COM34
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Tough grader but good class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HUMANITIES
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: COM36
• 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:

He's a badass. He knows anything about everything. He's very easy to talk to and extremely helpful. If you've got questions, he's got answers. The best teacher I've had to date. Hard, but good. Came away with a B but it was well worth it to be in his class everday.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: COM36
• 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:

Dr. O is an outstanding professor. One of the best at Furman, hands down. Af-Am Protest Discourse is fascinating...a must take for anyone who enjoys learning about human struggle.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: COM30
• 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:

Took the works of Plato and Socrates, along with other ancient philosophers, and somehow made it interesting. A brilliant man who gives difficult but fair tests. Pay attention in class and take good notes - the notes are most important. Study well for tests (all essay) - good grades are possible.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: COM34
• 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:

He's tough as a grader, but his lectures are very intelligent and interesting. Also, uh, some days a little eye candy, which doesn't hurt.

Rating # 18

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

He is a very good teacher, but speaking as another one of the "favorites", if you don't feel like you are smart enough, don't take him. Its just so obvious who he prefers that its embarrassing for both the favorites and the nonfavorites.

Rating # 19

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

One of those rare professors that is both a genius AND a great teacher. Inspires you to work hard and to really care about deciphering the tough material. I was one of his favorites, and yes, you will be teased constantly. If you have bad blushing problems, stay away. Otherwise, TAKE HIM!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: COM34
• 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:

Dr. O'Rourke is AWESOME! He is so knowledgable and hardly ever uses notes. He keeps class interesting and there is never a dull moment! He is personable, friendly, and a great teacher! If you have a chance to take him... go for it!!!!