Orin Gelderloos - University of Michigan - Dearborn, Dearborn, MI

Professor: Orin Gelderloos

Department: Science

College: University of Michigan - Dearborn, Dearborn, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENST301
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr G is by far the best instructor I've ever had! He is extremely knowledgeable (about EVERYTHING) and very passionate about environmental issues. He's also very accessible and willing to help you out. That being said, this is a HARD class - there 's an enormous amount of work between study guides, personal responses and other projects.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENST301
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He knows his stuff, but he is very arrogant. If you don't know something he will put you down and say you shouldn't be out in public not knowing the answer. He gives a ridiculous amount of work, so don't try to take this class as an elective or if you are busy. He comes across as nice, but send him an email for help and you won't get any.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENST301
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Gelderloos is a wonderful lecturer and a respectable man. However, I can't recommend his class to people who are trying to maximize their courseload or who are working. He gives an outrageous amount of work, easily several times more than my other upper level classes. His classes are difficult because of this. Have free time? Yes, take him.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIO320
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. G is hands down the greatest professor I have ever had. He knows his stuff, and by that I mean he knows just about everything in his areas of focus. He is a legend on campus. He is an overall great guy and an amazing professor, take a class with him if you get the chance! You will learn a lot. He makes you work for your grade but it is worth it

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: 301
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

For the Leopold book just copy the 4 articles in the back thats all you will need. He is an awesome person and extremely understanding if you cant turn something in on time. Keep up on the readings he will stop reminding you to do them so the syllabus will really help.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENST301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr G. is one of the finest men and Professors I have ever met. I will remember Dr G. until my final day on this earth. He cares so much about the environment and students but he is tough and he challenges you until the end. I hope he is remembered with the greatest, Thoreau, Muir, Burroughs, Leopold, and Euell Gibbons. You're the best Dr G.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENST301
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Gelderloos is a thoughtful professor who truly loves the material he teaches. He is not very easy but not hard; he moves through a lot of material quickly. Going to class and keeping up with the readings will guarantee you a good grade.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIOL320
• 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:

There is no question that Dr. G is the best professor at the University. If you can't handle a heavy workload then simply dont take his classes. If you love the environment like I do, then the workload is no problem. I loved every second of the class, & I look for more classes to take with him every semester. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! (any class by him)

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENVABC
• 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:

Dr. G is one of the few professors that I can say made a profound impact on my life. I am so proud to be one of his students. In June 2013 I will graduate with my PhD and he was one of my inspirations. The Env. Studies degree was one of the best decisions I ever made. It allowed me to have a minor in computer science which complemented my Env Ed.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIO300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I had Dr. Gelderloos in the 1970's and I consider him to be a great teacher. I am in my 60's and he had a real impact on me in regards to how important it is to preserve our environment. One of the best professor's that I ever had.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BIO325
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had Dr. D in 1976. Learned alot. Made the courses I had interesting. As a Field Public Health Sanitarian, the courses were very helpful. Can't forget the knowledge that was passed on.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIO353
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Nice professor. Not really interested in the course but he did a good job teaching it. Exams come more from movie sheets than lectures. if you memorize movie sheets and read powerpoints you should do fine.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIOL320
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is seriously the best proff at UM-Dearborn. The man is like 70 something, rides his bike to work, and walks in the field for 8 hours/day. He obviously loves the environment, teaching, and his students. He is not kidding about the amount of time spent on the notebook but if you do it everyday, you will pass. Very smart but not condescending.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIO320
• 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:

Dr. G's class is so much fun. I took this class in the rarely offered fall term. The field is the heart of the course. Students learn the basics in field id and recognition of plants and animals. Highly recommended for students with the ability to commit time and effort to biological studies in the field.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENST301
• 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: N/A

Comment:

Don't buy the books, rent them just get copies of the Leopold articles it will save you some $$. Attendance is not mandatory but you will miss some important notes. The group activitis, the bus tour and the game are fun. I learned a lot. Exams are hard. Lots of reading and must be organized for this class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENST301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The work load is RIDICULOUS!!! I dont think he understands that we have lives outside of schools. We have familys and jobs! his class alone takes at least 4 days out of the week worth of work! He's a great teacher and person, very helpful. You can really tell he likes his students however its not worth the stress!! I do not recommend.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENST301
• 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:

Dr. Gelderloos is an extraordinary person. We are so lucky to have him at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. After reading all of the positive comments about Dr. G, its clear-his passion for students, biology, and the environment is contagious and moving. This class is the most level-headed and engaging introduction to environ. issues. TAKE

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIO320
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

oh my god what should i start with. first the class is way harder than it seems. u have to do so much work besides walking in the field for 4 hrs regardless of the weather. quizes are redicules. be prepared to know all the trees and flowers that u see and know everythiing he says. ton of memorization.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BIO320
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

oh my god what should i start with. first the class is way harder than it seems. u have to do so much work besides walking in the field for 4 hrs regardless of the weather. carry bag full of books 4 every class. quizes are redicules. be prepared to know all the trees and flowers that u see and know everythiing he says. ton of memorization.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BIO320
• 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:

Class description should have included walking through swamps infested with poison ivy, being eaten alive by mosquitoes, developing neck/back problems carrying around 30pd bags for hours, walking in the middle of thunderstorms, finger problems writing for 3-4 hours a day, quizzes where you have to memorize at least 30 species,one had 75. Have fun.