James Donnelly - University of Wisconsin - Madison, Madison, WI

Professor: James Donnelly

Department: History

College: University of Wisconsin - Madison, Madison, WI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: 124365
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took 2 of professor Donnelley's classes over 20 years ago and I still think of how much I enjoyed the classes. He was very passionate about his area of study and is a great lecturer.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST1688
• 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:

I graduated 10 years ago, but still fondly remember Donnelly's lectures.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIST365
• 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 took irish history and brit hist 1688 to the present. he was a great man, i hope he isnt retired. clearest lecturer, I learned so much from him. I admire Donnelly.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIST365
• 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:

Donnelly was the sweetest most adorable professor ever! He was really funny and knew his stuff!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIST124
• 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:

Donnelly is one of the best at UW. This man is a genius when it comes to British/Irish History & gives lectures w/ a great fire & passion. He had a great sense of humor and always opened class w/ an update on Badger Sports and the Yankees. Saying goodbye to Donnelly was also sad for me, since he is retiring after 40 wondrous years of teaching.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST124
• 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:

He was the best professor ever!! Loved attending lecture and his TA's were awesome. Saddest day of the semester shaking his hand to turn in my final, he's now retired :-(

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIST124
• 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:

One of the best!! Gives you exams at least a week ahead of time, likes to talk about current events and the Yankees before class. Lots of info in lecture so dont miss them.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIST124
• 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:

Fantastic Professor! One of the best.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIST365
• 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:

One of the best profs i've ever had, extremely knowledgeable, kind and funny. teaches the material in an interesting way, dont miss lecture! the readings are generally very interesting and not hard to get through. Best class ever!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST365
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Tests: 2 ID's chosen from a list of 6. 1 essay to write chosen from 2-3 (usually 3). A list of 7 possible essay topics sent out ~10 days prior. The class will opt for 2 midterms, which allows you to weight them and the final to your liking (within set ranges). Friendly, approachable, and interesting. DON'T MISS LECTURES!!!! (too much info)

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HISTORY365
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Interesting class, gives a TON of information. May be useful to learn how to write with both hands... Does give the option of taking multiple midterms and weighting them individually. Sends out essay questions a few days before the test. Funny guy with thick bronx accent.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: 124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Love him! His lectures are phenomonal.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIST365
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Kicks ass, tells you exactly what he wants you to know, its importance, andlater if it will be on the test. The guy actually tells gives you the essay questions two days before the tests. You would have to be brain dead not to do well. Very good lecturer, not a windbag.

Rating # 14

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

A Very Efficient and clear professor, who clearly knows his material. I would recommend him highly. As for the accent, I don't really recognize it.... ?

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIST124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Thick Bronx accent, likes to tell jokes and talk about the Yankees. Knows his stuff, very friendly man if you get a chance to talk to him. Gives essay ?'s before the test. Gave our class the option of taking a second midterm and then being allowed to weight our tests as we saw fit. Good prof.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIST124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Lectures are interesting, but are a continuous stream of information, so be prepared to write quickly. He is an extremely nice and helpful man, however, and gives out the test essays before the exam. Overall, a great class!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HST124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very entertaining and makes lectures fun with his hilarious jokes before class. His tests are awesome because he gives you the essay questions on the test in the review study guide before the test...how cool is that?

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIST367IRISH
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

amazing and interesting to listen too. my dad had him 30 years ago and loved him then too. be ready to work hard, but you will receive a good grade for your work. really nice guy too.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIST124
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Fantastic history prof! One of the best!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIST124
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great Prof! Like the yankees! :) He's funny, smart, and really knows his stuff. The tests are fair and if you go to lecture you will be able to follow along.