Brian Rutishauser - Fresno City College, Fresno, CA

Professor: Brian Rutishauser

Department: History

College: Fresno City College, Fresno, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIST3
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I know that maybe I'm not the best student and what not, but honestly, I had difficult because his lectures were very disorganized, didn't really know where to read, and no powerpoint. This class was very difficult for me, if you have better luck, good for you.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST3
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best teacher at Fresno City.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIS1
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

One weekly, online assignment, four tests. Tests are easy to study for: One essay question you're given in advance, and vocabulary words. It's a good class if you need the credits for a degree, and lectures can be fun sometimes too, just because they're easy to follow and usually flows like you're being told a story.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HISTORY18
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Rutishauser is so knowledgeable and interesting to talk to when it comes to History. This is the third class I have taken of his and I have really enjoyed him. He seriously knows what he's talking about. He's a super nice guy and gives you great feedback. With the writing portion of the exams, make sure to include as much information as possible.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIST3
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Rutishauser is what I aspire to be. Knows what he's talking about, but never makes it seem like he's superior because of it. I've taken so many history courses, as it is my major but also for the joy of it so I've seen experienced a variety of profs and their methods, but Rutishauser is the only one I've returned to.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST3
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had three classes with him and each class was great. (Classes being Hist 1,3,20). He teaches well and is able to portray history in an open end experience where you learn as much as you care to. Attendance is needed to pass the class. Overall great teacher, able to ask questions, clear syllabus, and able to reach after class. Great teacher.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's chill. Expect a lecture heavy class. There are 4 exams which has two parts: half multiple choice & half essay question (essays are graded by a different person). Very strict on attendance. The only outside assignments are the online quizzes (15 of them, 10 questions each). Not a hard class. He's helpful and knows his stuff.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you want a professor who lectures every single day, no powerpoint, and lectures on topics that AREN'T on the online quizzes, and lectures on topics that you will not recognize on the test, then yes, take Brian Rutishauser.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIST20
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

History was never my favorite subject but I needed this class for my major. He is by far one of the most tough graders I have EVER had! He literally grades every single thing on your essay question on test. He will make you feel really dumb!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Boy let me tell you, do I hate history. But let me tell you also: this man LOVES history and its AWESOME. Hes got great personal stories, surprisingly funny history jokes/stories, and he really loves what he teaches. Hes taken expeditions to many historical sights, so hes pretty dang credible. I never read ahead, but it sure does benefit on quizzes

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is an ok professor. Very long, boring lectures. Never has any kind of conversation with the class, just lectures at you for the entire class period. Only grade based on quizzes and exams. Grading on written portion of exam is very unclear. Once you get the hand of it, it is not hard to pass, but is time consuming and boring.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His class is all about reading and taking notes. His exams are half essay question and half multiple choice, roughly 5 per semester. Also, weekly quizzes on the book, before he teaches you the material! Overall, he is a nice teacher who is open to questions, just be prepared to work a bit.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Rutsihauser is a nice guy and he knows his history but his teaching style is frustrating. His essay grading criteria is unclear and he requires iClickers for weekly quizzes (these clickers frequently malfunction.) Also, lectures are very long and boring. Not a hard class, just a drag to get through.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Loved this class! It is tough but worth it. His grading system is straight forward - 1 quiz per week, 4 exams and extra credit for ETC. I remember correctly, he drops your lowest quiz and exam score. Mr. Rutishauser is a great teacher, very nice (and easy on the eyes) and his lectures are actually interesting. I never missed his class!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Only components for grading are weekly quizzes and 4 exams. Expect about half the questions on the quizzes to actually be covered before it's given. Questions on the quizzes are very specific and can be very difficult. Exams are timed and a 5 paragraph essay minimum is expected along with 25 multiple choice. Horrible experience.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIST20
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

hardest class I've ever taken, lots work required, great lectures w/ lots of his own pictures. 0 HW, 1 quiz a week(10multiple choice), a total of 4 exams(25multiple choice/1 essay), tough grader but Offers some extra credit if you attend ETC. willing to read practice essays before exams if emailed before an exam, will give excellent feedback.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIS1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Good teacher! He's very straight forward and there are no surprises. Just follow his curriculum and do the reading, and you'll get an A. He does genuinely want to see you succeed, if you put in the effort. He's actually been to a lot of the places he teaches about, so that also makes his lectures more interesting.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIST1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I have taken this professor for Hist 1, 3, 17, and 18. Each class is not enough words to describe other than he is an amazing instructor. He provides humor and he teaches the subject like he is telling a story. I'm truly grateful to have had him for history. Anyone who needs credit or loves history please take him! Also, Hist 17 is mind blowing.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIS1
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Mr. R is a great professor who is really passionate about the subject he teaches. He knows a lot of interesting, funny stories that make his lectures entertaining. He pretty much lets you know from the start what he expects and how grades will be determined. There is no homework in his class, but there are quizzes every Thursday. Great instructor!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIST3
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

took him for hist1 and hist3. he is a great teacher, must show up for lectures. quiz every Friday but they are off his lectures. makes you earn that A