Michael Hawley - Mount Royal University, Calgary, AB

Professor: Michael Hawley

Department: Humanities

College: Mount Royal University, Calgary, AB

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: RELS2251
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Tough grader, but cares about how you do in class. Most of his lectures are him talking rarely uses info on tests from the slides.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: RELS1104
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

- Lectures are worth it! his powerpoints are complicated or bare, even though they look simple, but in class he explains things so easily and you understand it. - He marks hard! The worst part is he uses letter grades, so the marking is very ambiguous, especially since I am a bio major so I need numbers and percents to make sense of it.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: RELS1104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Michael Hawley is a great prof; he is definitely one of the best I've had. His lectures are super interesting, is very engaging with the class, and prepares you well for exams. Overall I found him to be a very passionate man and it truly reflects in the way he teaches. Would 10/10 recommend this class with Dr. Hawley!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: REL3353
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Cares about students. Provides study guides. Show up to class, listen, and take notes if you want to pass; not that hard. Classes are interesting, humorous, and knowledgeable. Confused about something? His office hours are there and he's extremely helpful. Taken multiple courses, passed with an A. If you show up and pay attention, you'll pass.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: RELS2252
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Honestly, Michael is one of the best profs I've had at MRU, speaking as a senior. You NEED to make sure you do the readings (I'm serious) and are careful in your papers, but he is humorous and kind. He grades with a letter scale, so no percentages. Show that you know the material, and you'll do well. Get ready for field trips!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: RELS2252
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Michael is such a caring prof. He truly cares about each of his students. If you're struggling reach out to him. He is so helpful when it comes to going through assignments with him. If you don't want to talk or present in class, he will make accommodations for you!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: RELS2252
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Michael knows his stuff - so go to class and take notes (you won't get much from the powerpoints, and listening to him is easier than reading the textbook)! Assignments are straight forward, but talk to him about his expectations. Understanding, and a very approachable prof!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: RELS2203
• Grade Received: 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:

Michael was one of the best professors that I've ever had. He is inspirational and motivating. He genuinely cares about the wellbeing of every single one of his students. He speaks about what he's teaching with passion and clarity. His notes are phenomenal and will for sure help you get an easy A+. He keeps the class engaged and is hilarious.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: RELS1104
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Michael is a really dedicated professor who truly cares about the subject matter he covers in class. This was the first time RELS1104 was offered, and as a trial run, it went pretty well. The topics are spread out and can be hard to follow, but as a prof Michael does a great job of getting the class involved. The topics covered can be interested!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: RELS2252
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Michael is an extremely interesting professor who teaches the material in a deep, casual, and conversational manner. The text book was not necessary because he gives so much information. Also, there was no final exam! We got the go to a Hindu temple and write a paper about it instead. Take his classes and make sure you attend them!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: RELS2252
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Michael is by far the best prof I have ever had. He makes every class so interesting, and makes sure every person in the class knows the material before he moves on. He is extremely approachable, and very kind out side of the class room as well. I will recommend Michael to anyone.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: RELS1103
• 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 prof. Such an interesting class I highly recommend it. I will be taking all of his other religion classes. Awesome!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: RELS1103
• 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:

Mr. Hawley has become one of my favorite teachers of all time! He turns the curriculum into a story for every class, making sure everyone understands before moving on. He makes things quite clear and simple for someone who is paying attention and taking notes. Not too much participation necessary which I appreciate!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: RLGN3321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very hard, too much material, very unapproachable and kind of pompus. Thinks he's really good cause he's a doctor. I will not take his class again

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: RELS3379
• 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:

Michael is a great prof. His lectures were awsome and he was willing to help a student in any way he can. I was actually a little relectuant about the course at first because I thought the material was going to be really boring. However, Michael really made it fun and intresting.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: RELS2203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I choose Michael as my prof because he had such positive ratings. Never have I made such a big mistake. Michael's classes were both boring and confusing. He does not write anything on the board, he talks in class and then asks the most SPECIFIC questions on tests. Don't take this class with Michael! As well, he paces the room; kind of odd...

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: RELS2203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He was a awesome prof. Probably one of the best ive ever had, he explained everything in great detail and made the materical really intersesting! i would recommend him forsure. Fair marker.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIST2229
• 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:

History of South Asia - took it in a first run course and it was absolutely amazing. This really sparked a deeper interested in History and the eastern world itself. This is the type of professor who challenges you and you become thankful for it. Best prof I have had in my scholastic career,

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: RELS2203
• 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:

Easily one of the best profs! Goes above and beyond to help you understand concepts. Made it worthwhile to go to the 8am classes. Makes expectations and testable material clear. Fair marker

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: REL2203
• 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:

He could be one of the best teachers of all time. He wants everyone to learn and understand what he is teaching and each story he has illuminates what he is teaching.