Bruce Baloian - Azusa Pacific University-Azusa, Azusa, CA

Professor: Bruce Baloian

Department: Theology

College: Azusa Pacific University-Azusa, Azusa, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: EXDU110
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is now retired but he was such an amazing professor I just had to rate him. His class is difficult but as long as you read the assigned chapters you will be fine. He always had really humorous and intriguing stories. The tests are very hard but if you study exactly what he tells you to study you will be fine.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. B is by far the most inspirational professor I've ever had. He is so knowledgeable and truly makes his students think. I would take his course a million times if I could, he's that amazing. Take him if you can, he'll change your life if you let him.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Be prepared to take lots of notes in class. He teaches by telling stories. Make sure to submit drafts for feedback on the exegetical before turning in the final draft. Overall, he's a solid choice and he knows what he's talking about.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had Dr. Baloian for Exodus/Deuteronomy and he was my favorite professor that semester. Gives reading almost every day, but it's usually only a couple of chapters. Schedules quizzes but they are easy as long as you read the chapters. Attendance isn't mandatory, but if you want to pass then go. The tests are easy as long as you pay attention.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: UBBL330
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Don't bother taking this course if you want an easy course. Very challenging BUT Doctor B is one of the most respected profs I have ever had. Quizzes on biblical readings and homework, 3 exams, a book report and an exegetical.. Many opportunities to get help though.. Amazing professor, but can't come in thinking you can skid by doing the minimum..

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BI10163
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Baloian was challenging, caring, and incredibly insightful. I wanted to work hard in this class because I knew I would be blessed. I continue to be impacted by the work I did in this class.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: UBBL460
• 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:

Dr. Baloian is an amazing professor. He teaches by telling stories because that is the way that the Bible communicates to us. Don't miss out on taking a class with a wise man! Freshman year, I heard that he was difficult so I spent my first 3 years at APU avoiding his classes. Now, my last year, I will have taken 2 of his classes.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: UBBL110
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

GREAT! soo many opportunities for extra credit that you should take advantage of! loved the lectures and i was hardly watching the clock. he's very knowledgable and more than willing to help. 12 quizzes that are 5 -6 questions each and are super easy if you read the bible assignments.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. B is an amazing professor. He was always willing to help you with any assignment and even allowed you to turn in your rough drafts for feedback an unlimited number of times before the final draft was due. His lectures can be a bit long but he makes them entertaining by sharing personal stories. I highly recommend him as a professor.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100EXDT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. B is an outstanding professor. He is very kind and honest and does a really good job of incorporating humor into his lectures. I highly recommend you take him!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: UBBL310
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I would never take his class again. The work wasn't the problem. His additude was. In my opinion he was a rude know-it-all. He was NOT helpful for the exegetical. Some of the things he said were outstandingly offensive. And thanks to his bandwagon students, minorities at Apu are further disrespected. No one can tell him because he's so preferred.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: EXODEUT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Baloian is an excellent professor. He teaches his classes largely by telling stories. He's funny, smart, and makes class interesting, even if it's a subject you don't care about. Would take him again in a heartbeat. You learn a lot about the bible and about life. Must take.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: EXODEUT
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great Theology Professor! His class is pretty difficult however, if you attend class regularly, ask questions, & put in an actual effort you could pass with at least a B(if you're looking for an easy A walk away).There isn't much homework except the dreaded exegetical(in parts) & mostly reading for quizzes that are easy if you read. Great Class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Dr. Baloian is so knowledgable & enthusiastic about the material. He made me fall in love with the Old Testament, and really gives a clear understanding about stories in the Bible & how relevant they are to our understanding of God & life as a Christian. He makes the class really fun, tells stories, and clearly has so much wisdom & experience.

Rating # 15

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Dr. Baloian is one of the most insightful professors I have ever had. He does a great job of explaining and helping you through the required outlines. The two papers are hard, but they are well worth the work. The tests are fairly easy. Study and you'll do great. I DEFINITELY recommend Baloian.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: EXODEUBBL
• 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:

took Exo/ Deut with him. Intimidating at first. Amazing Teacher. He helped me on everything in his class. even took extra time to talk after. Loved him. Just do what he asks, ask for help when needed and you will learn so much from his class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100
• 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:

Great professor. Not the easiest class though. Papers in his class are not something to look forward to.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Baloian is a great professor. His class isn't easy but you will learn so much about Jewish culture and writing and how that affects the old testament. If you are willing to put in some effort, take his class.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100
• 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. Baloian is FANTASTIC! I was scared to take him at first but he's so great! His papers are tough but if you ask he will give you all the help you need! He is a truly inspiring Bible prof who cares deeply for his student and jokes around alot! TAKE HIM!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: UBBL100
• 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:

I loved the class. His quizzes are easy if you read the assignemnt. The papers were the only challenging part. But he is expremely helpful on the paper and gives credit for the hard work you put on it.