Gabrielle Boccaccini - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Professor: Gabrielle Boccaccini

Department: Theology

College: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: RELIG280
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Your success in his class depends largely on how hard the GSI makes it. Gabrielle is clearly knowledgeable in his field and can answer any question you have. He repeats important points so you always have the main ideas for each lecture. That being said, if you can tell your GSI is going to be a tough grader, consider dropping the class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: RELIG280
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The class wouldn't be so bad if the GSI wasn't so horrible.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: RELIG280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

This was by far my favorite class and professor I have taken at this university. Boccaccini knows everything there is to know about the subject, and his lectures are phenomenal. Very little work, and it is all so easy. I found myself going above and beyond with the assignments and studying just because I found it so interesting. Take this class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: NEAREAST238
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Boccaccini is a great professor! Lectures were funny, engaging, and informative. His accent makes him a bit hard to understand at times, but that does not take anything away from his lectures. The class is very dependent on the GSI, as they do all the grading. I would definitely recommend the class and Professor Boccaccini.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: RELIGION280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Boccaccini is awesome. Very funny and engaging and truly wants his students to do well, and so he tries not to make the class too difficult. The GSI tried to make things as difficult as possible within the guidelines Professor Boccaccini set, but I loved him. Take this class!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: NEAREAST238
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Boccaccini is awesome! His accent is a little heavy and sometimes his writing is hard to read, but he definitely knows his stuff. The class is completely dependent on the GSI though. Bocca doesn't do any of the grading. I got lucky with my GSI, but she gave alot of busy work. Highly highly recommend this class and this professor!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: NEAREAST283
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Boccaccini is one of the best lecturers I've had in my time at Umich. He's funny and engaging and he knows everything there is to know about his subject. Respects questions, answers them well, good sense of humor. Definitely take a class with him!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: REL122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Boccaccini is a great guy and lecturer. You have to take hand notes in his class and he doesn't have slides online or in lecture, but I believe this helped my engagement and learning within the class. Just write everything he says in lecture, study those notes, and you will pass the exams. Only 3 exams, participation, and a book review.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: NEAREAST238
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is funny, interesting, and keeps your attention. He says that he cries when his whole class doesn't have A's so everyone should just get an A. I admit that the GSI is pretty important when it comes to the experience of this class. Allows you to retake any exam that you get lower than a B+ on to get a lot of credit back. I highly recommend!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: RELIG280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Boccaccini is one of those teachers who genuinely cares for the students. He's also one of those rare breeds of teachers who actually care about what they are teaching. If you actually listen to his lectures and not go on your phone/computer all hour, this class is literally a walk in the park. Especially recommend if you have interest in the class

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: NEAREAST284
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Great Prof, world famous in his field, highly recommend

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ACABS122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Boccaccini was a fairly good professor, lectures were somewhat scattered and it was somewhat difficult to gather all the information for exams, but both midterms can be retaken for up to 8% back. Extra credit is also offered.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ACABS122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Boccaccini is a great professor who truly cares about his students and wants everyone to get an A. He lets you retake both midterms (unfortunately not the final), and each exam uses the a few of the exact questions from the previously midterm easy points. Do not need a deep background in the religion to enjoy this class, though it does help!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: RELIGION280
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Boccaccini is one of my favorite professors at the University, and RELIGION 280 is one of my favorite classes. There are three commutative exams and one essay, but they are very straightforward. The reading materials are all online, which is very convenient for studying. Overall, a great class!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: RELIGION280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Boccaccini is the best professor I've had so far! He is very clear, often funny, and passionate about what he teaches. Also, he has this policy where he does not like to give grades less than a B+, so as long as you put in a good effort you will pass! Also, lots of extra credit opportunities!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ACABS122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Professor Boccaccini is very passionate and very interesting! If you do the textbook readings you will get an A. GSI's are very helpful! Midterms are all multiple choice and you get to retake the first 2! Overall great class!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ACABS122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

A lot of reading,textook and the entire NT. Nice class, allows for retaking of the first 2 midterms, not the final. Great prof, heavy accent. Class attendance is mandatory

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: JESUS
• 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:

Great professor. Loves what he does and loves his students. Funny and makes jokes during lecture and he explains everything you need to know for exams

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ACABS221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is pleasant and funny. Strong Italian accent but you get used to it. Attendance to lectures is mandatory but they're enjoyable. Lots of movie clips and art. He doesn't tolerate people playing on their laptops. Very minimal studying needed. No textbook so take good notes and you'll be fine

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ACABS122
• 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 love him! He has the sweetest accent and he's pretty funny at times. One thing though: do NOT take out your phone/laptop or he will get super mad and call you out. Intro to the NT was easy and super interesting - def recommend