Dave Woodard - Clemson University, Clemson, SC

Professor: Dave Woodard

Department: Political Science

College: Clemson University, Clemson, SC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: 3210PUBLICADM
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Woodard is by far the best professor at Clemson University. His tests are the hardest thing you will ever attempt (studied for 24 hours and made a 75), but the way he runs the class motivates you to only do better on the next assignment. The best thing about Woodard is that he truly cares about his students and you actually learn!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POSC1030
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I love Dr. Woodard!! He might be a tough C but he is worth taking if you have a chance here at Clemson. He is a very passionate, honest and hilarious professor. Don't skip class, you'll miss a lot more than you think. Read. Read. Read. Read. It sucks but I promise it's well worth it when it comes to the papers you'll have to write and the midterm and final. I considered switching into a different theory class after the first day of class but I am so glad I didn't.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POSC442
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very, very hard class. Tests were borderline ridiculous with the level of detail expected memorized from the textbook. However, the Woodard is excellent as a professor - personable, funny, tells stories about working in politics. He helped me become interested in my political science major again. Great professor - just expect a C

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POSC442
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very knowledgeable and vey engaging. He makes the class by fun by telling jokes, giving current updates, engaging the class and good lectures. While his health may be waning, he still has a lot life left in him. If you are want a good grade, work hard, and work with him. NOT AN EASY A or even B!!! I learned so much from his class. GPA DOESNT MATTER

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POSC453
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Is he crazy? Yes. Will you still love him in the end? Yes. His tests will crush all of your hopes and dreams in the longest class period of your life, but you will learn. He is respected and loved by students. He will pick on students and bust their chops, but its all in good fun. As he says "we don't care about grades, we care about knowledge".

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POSC443
• 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 professor I had at Clemson. His classes were also the hardest. He'll challenge you, but if you get an A - you know you EARNED that A! Other profs you take the classes to pass and move along. Woodard's classes - you take to learn and carry it with you.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POSC321001
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Woodard is a good man. He has the knowledge if you have the want.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POSC3210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

GPA ruiner. Hardest class I've taken at Clemson University.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 3210PUBLICADM
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

TAKE WOODARD. I am a straight-A student and perfectionist, so his class has actually demoralized me at points. However, it all doesn't seem so bad when you realize just how much you learn, and how well prepared you are for civil service after this class. He is tough, but show effort, and maybe he will show mercy! He is a true college professor.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: 4540
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Woodard is by far the best teacher you or I will ever take. His experience as a political science professor and political consultant for some of the south's most well-known politicians, makes him the most influential and interesting professors. You learn more about how to obtain knowledge then how to inflate your GPA. He is a Clemson legend.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POSC3210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Challenging but worth it

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: 103
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Came from being a straight A student in high school in the top of my class to my 1st and only bad grade in college. Definitely a GPA ruiner, and he's very proud of that. However, I learned so much from this course and it has helped me so much in my other courses. Would take from him again if my GPA could handle it. DO THE READING HE GIVES POP TESTS

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• 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:

Woodard teaches at a college level. If you want to be babied take someone else. Hands down, best POSC professor.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: POSC1030
• 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:

I haven't even taken his class yet and he is already super helpful!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POSC1010
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

overall a really good class. woodard has a good sense of humor. the test's can be tough but he lets you know what you should study.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PLSC3323
• 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:

The best professor I've ever had. Hands down. Take him.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• 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 TEACHER YOU WILL EVER TAKE. Hands down. He truly cares about the lives of his students and wants you to succeed. Has connections in every job market and will help you toward your future goals. You haven't had the "Clemson" experience if you haven't taken Woodard.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POSC454
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

TAKE WOODARD. Sure, you might work really hard for a B, but if you establish a relationship with him, he has connections in whatever career you want. Sincerely cares about the lives and goals of his students (not your GPA) and gives great advice.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POSC321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The best professor around. After 3 degrees at 3 different schools, I never encountered a better teacher. more than 25 years later, I still remember what he taught me. Tough class, but you'll actually learn the subject. Super nice guy who will help you all he can if you just ask.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POSC454
• 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:

Always the toughest class of the semester, but also the most interesting and enjoyable. Great teacher! I'm filling this out now in hopes that the chili pepper will raise my exam grade.