Conrad Shumaker - University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR

Professor: Conrad Shumaker

Department: English

College: University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HONC1310
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Conrad is a great professor, and supposedly one of the easier ones for Core I. His lectures and insights were helpful and humorous, but he usually let the group run the discussion. He's an interesting guy, and that makes the class that much more enjoyable. The final exam was a potluck, which was awesome! Lots of work, but it's well worth it.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HONC2320
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

(I took Core 2 but that's not an option) I loved his focus on nature and the interconnectedness of everything. I found a passion for conservation and farming I didn't know I had. He's a great guy but I found something lacking that I can't name. Just didn't do much for me but many of my peers loved him. I think it was just a personality thing.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HONC2320
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I absolutely loved having Conrad as my Honors Core 1 professor! Not only is he intelligent, but he is the sweetest old man. I wish I could take him every semester for honors because I love how he lectures and makes sure everyone understands. Plus, he plays the guitar in class sometimes which makes him 10x cooler!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HONC1310
• Grade Received: INC
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took Conrad for Core I and he has really been an incredible professor for this course. He is very open minded and always willing to help his students. He is very good at what he does.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2370
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Odd guy. He's nice though. Expect to read since it is a fiction class. There's a few essays and a few quizzes occasionally. It's not a hard class at all, just super boring. You can only skip like 3 times. I definitely suggest doing the readings. I didn't since I read a lot of them in high school and it definitely shows if you don't do them.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HONC2320
• 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:

I took Conrad for Honors Core II and I really loved having him. His lectures are amazing and you can tell he cares a lot about the subjects we're covering. He can be a bit unorganized at times, but overall really great professor. Definitely recommend, especially if you love talking about American Indians or the environment.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2370
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Shumaker is a very good professor who clearly lets you know his expectations. For ENGL 2370 you normally read one short story per night, and discuss it the next class. He often gives you a notice about when a pop-quiz will be also.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2370
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Shumaker is wonderful. He makes it very clear that he is there to help. He normally will give you a "heads-up" before a pop-quiz. You will have to read pretty much every night, however, the stories he assigns are actually pretty interesting. All assignments are listed clearly in the syllabus. The only tests are the mid-term and the final.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2370
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Shumaker's class was for the most part interesting! He assigns at least one short story every night, and sometimes we had quizzes over them. Only 2 tests, midterm and final that are identification and essay. Offers extra credit towards the end of the semester that is just a response to the reading, super easy and helpful! Over all good class

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2306
• 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:

I loved Dr. Shumaker! He's awesome. He made the material really interesting and I really didn't mind that it was an 8am class. He gave just the right amount of material so I have alot of chances to improve my grade. I would definitely take a class with him again, and I would definitely reccomend him.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2306
• 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:

Dr. Shumaker is an amazing teacher! He has the perfect balance between homework, quizzes, papers, and tests. I would highly reccomend him. He is very fair, and really makes the class interesting. Do the readings, not only does he do pop quizzes, but they are very interesting and worth it. I would definitely take a class with him again.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2306
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Must do readings because he does pop quizes. tests are essay but he gives you a choice of which essay question you want to do. He discusses all stories in class and helps you understand the hidden meanings in the stories. Very good teacher!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2306
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is not good for international student.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2306
• 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:

I absolutely loved this professor. He was really a great teacher and whatever i didnt understand through reading he clarified excellently in class. You can not go to this class and NOT learn anything. He is strict, but also easygoing. He is also an amazing person and jokes around with everybody.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2312
• 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:

This has been the most rewarding course of my college career so far. I enjoyed it greatly and the discussions were always very helpful in illuminating elements of the literature that one might miss by him- or herself. The instructor is very appreciative of participation and respectful of students' interpretations. I loved it.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG2312
• 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:

He's the ideal teacher, really. His lectures are insightful, he really explores the readings, and he's so knowledgeable! You can only miss 4 times, but he's very forgiving and understanding. Just three essays and some journals to deal with. Read every other night and you'll pull an A.

Rating # 17

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I love Conrad. What a sweet little man! He really cares about the environment, people, and animals. He's very knowledgable, considerate, and intellectual. If you are taking him for honors, he does journals, but the readings aren't usually more than ten pages or so. Wonderful man!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: AMLIT2500
• 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: N/A

Comment:

Great teacher. Knows what he is talking about. Willing to help you, and gives great feedback. He is not one to judge you on what you say. A lot of reading is invloved, but I would recommend him to anyone.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HONC2320
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Shumaker is a wonderful professor and person. He's such a humble and understanding person and an excellent lecturer. The readings may not be the most exciting, but his discussions allow everyone to state their opinion on it. Loved the class. Easy and rewarding. Take Shumaker for Core III.

Rating # 20

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Dr. Shumaker is way fly. He's very passionate about what he is doing and it shows. He's pretty easy, just give him back what he gives you. No tests.