Kevin Rushing - Valencia College - East and West Campus, Orlando, FL

Professor: Kevin Rushing

Department: Speech

College: Valencia College - East and West Campus, Orlando, FL

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rushing was a caring teacher. If he sees your potential and enthusiasm for the class he would help you so much. His lectures give all test materials so you have to take notes so you would not forget. Tough grader but he gives good feedback in how to improve and he is accesible after class. Its a fun class because of his personality.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: SPC1108
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He challenges you. He encourages you to better yourself. He is extremely personable. Do your work though because he picks up on the amount of effort you put into your speech and each assignment. I was in a 3 hour 20 min class and he keeps his lectures intriguing and unique every time. He forces you to care. Take the class seriously. Attendance!!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof Rushing was a great professor. Yes he was tough but if you ever had a problem he always made himself available. I was petrified to speak in front of others and he helped me realize that there is nothing to be scared of. Im still a little scared but I am working on it.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took Professor Rushing 3 years ago. His advice was great then and continues to be great now. Following his advice and wisdom has helped me avoid a few would be disasters. Hes punctual, cares, and knows a thing or two from life experience. Taking his class IS an experience. 10/10 I recommend to all my friends that are in need of choosing Speech.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Overall it's a tough class if you choose this professor prepare for pop quizzes and lots of notes. He's also a tough grader and he expects 110% effort in everything. Follow the rubric to a Tee and don't miss a class his lectures are the key to passing exams.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class was a stressful one. He's VERY disorganized and unclear on due dates and left everything to the last few weeks of class. He's also overconfident and brags a lot during lectures which can be annoying, but I did learn a lot. He does want you to succeed and gives great feedback. So kind of a mixed review but overall I wouldn't recommend.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rushing Speech class was one of the most enjoyable classes i have attended. As a communications expert, professor rushing knows how to clearly use words though inspiring means in order to engage students and help you understand the material. Very fair and will always try to boost your grade if youre willing to do the work.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I would have to admit I was extremely nervous and apprehensive to take speech at first. Rushing is a creative professor, who knows his stuff and he is passionate about speech and the success of his students. He encouraged us to speak, and to know the techniques and skill behind being an effective speaker. I personally saw him encourage students.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Disorganized

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Absolutely awful, I am an A and B student. His class is terribly disorganized, he fails to grade work on time, or mention precisely when assignments are due. He chooses the same students in the classroom to read. He rambles about his own life experiences, and then forgets which part of the lesson he left off on. Defensive about his own mistakes.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Class was fun. Walking in, I was nervous. He started the class with a group speech, really helped break the ice. Everyone usually overdoes it but it helps with future speeches. Not much home and quizzes were open book or answers were on the board. Outlines need to be short and simple and as long as you show up, hell help you get the grade you earn

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: SPC1001
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I'm not the best student out there but i do like a challenge from time to time. P. Rushing was an amazing professor! Any negative comments on here are from people who just stopped showing up to class. Don't hesitate to take him! Do the speeches, pay attention in class, and don't miss test and you will pass with a good grade!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rushing is the one of the smartest and most passionate people to instructors I have ever met. I think this class is a must take, if your not great at public speaking take it. If you are this class is a must take. Can be confusing if your not paying attention . He is very witty. Take this class you will not regret it.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Highly intelligent man, and seemingly one of the best communicators out there. He is fair in what he does, and will help you as long as you extend somewhat of an arm out for him to hold onto. By taking this class, you are a caterpillar beginning to build its cocoon. This class will transform you, mentally, emotionally, to fly like a butterfly.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

It has been very inspirational as me, as a person, having aspergers , he helped me break out of my solitary shell, and become more vocal, which is what one of the purposes of a speech class is suppose to be, also helped me to communicate better and express myself more fluently, such as in a graphic design class, where feedback is expected.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very unclear of everything he says. Will tell you one thing and change his mind a minute later. He doesn't put in ANY grades until the last week of the semester. Tests have nothing to do with the class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rushing really knows what he is talking about when it comes to public speaking. He will give good advice on how to perfect your speech! Doesn't give a lot of homework too. Recommend taking him.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Excellent professor, he can be an ass sometimes but, he is a cool guy.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Be prepared to be pushed to your limit.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SPC1608
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you want an easy A, don't take this class. Prof. Rushing is tough, but he knows his stuff. Read the syllabus (all of it) and talk to him if necessary. It helps.