Robert Whitton - Davidson College, Davidson, NC

Professor: Robert Whitton

Department: Mathematics

College: Davidson College, Davidson, NC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MAT113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of my favorite professors this semester in my freshman year. He was a sweet man and probably one of the most beloved professors on campus. He was a joy to be around and was extremely helpful to the point that I went to see him almost every day during the week. He will be dearly missed. RIP Dr. Whitton

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH112
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the ultimate Davidson professors. One of the coolest people you will ever meet, tells awesome stories on a near-daily basis, and knows his stuff. Phenomenal office hours and really cares about his students. You need to take at least one of his classes before you graduate.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MAT130X
• 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:

Calculus was really difficult for me, but I took advantage of Whitton's excellent office hours and managed to get a B+. He is an extremely nice and understanding guy and will do everything possible in office hours to make you understand. Lectures are a bit rushed. Chicken dinner is a highlight of my life.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MAT235
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Whitton is a very nice man, but not a good teacher. His lecture consist of rushing through "interesting" proofs that have nothing to do with his tests or homeworks. However is you do the homework the tests are not bad. His semesterly fried chicken dinners are amazing.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH118
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I love Dr. Whitton! I've never been good at math, but he made me feel brilliant. i didn't care about the subject, but since he cared, I listened. The class isn't hard; do the hw and go to his office hrs as much as you can, esp. before reviews, and you'll be fine. He doesn't want ppl to fail. Also, his chicken dinners are fun and nice to go to.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MAT135
• 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 THIS MAN! Kind, Helpful, and Entertaining. I will be attending every one of his semesterly fried chicken dinners till I graduate! Take the class if for no other reason than for the chicken!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MAT130X
• 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:

Friendly man, yet a bit forgetful. Called me the wrong name all semester. Mostly helpful, yet moves very quickly through the material.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH118
• 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:

I am a terrible math student, but was lucky enough to get Dr Whitton in his first stint teaching Exploring Mathematical Ideas. He is wonderful--always willing to see you during office hours to help, always with a smile. He truly wants his students to do well. If the material goes over your head, he will explain until you get it. Highly rec'd.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MAT135
• 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:

He is the best math teacher I have ever had. I learned everything I needed to know from his lectures. He's a nice guy too.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MAT135
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Whitton is one of the smartest and most accomodating profs I've ever had. He is ALWAYS available at office hours. However, his intelligence often meant that he sped through material, leaving much of the class including myself totally confused. This is a very hard class, and the only way I learned the material was by seeing him in office hours.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MAT135
• 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:

If you like math and dry humor, Whitton is THE man. Has hilarious little stories that he will tell two or three times per semester, always very laid back and personable. Covers everything you need to know for reviews in the lecture... you'll never find yourself staring down a concept you've never seen before on one of his tests. Wonderful prof.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MAT130
• 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 am no Einstein but this man made me like Calc. If you ar willing to work and you run into a wall...run to Dr.Whitton. He can make this subject sooo understandable. The name of the game is teaching; and he is a heck of teacher. Thanks for curing my "calcuphobia."

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MAT235
• 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:

My favorite professor at Davidson, hands down. The kind of guy you want to invite to parties because you love him and he loves you. It's a lovefest and you'll learn a lot.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: 130
• 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:

He's awesome! His anecdotes are hilarious! Additionally, his office hours are in the union, and he's so helpful.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH130X
• 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:

GREAT GUY! The most office hours of anyone I've ever met. I love Dr.Whitton and you will too!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 130X
• 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:

best math teacher there is at davidson. just an awesome guy

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CALCWOEXPER
• 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:

Awww, the cutest man ever! Even though his lectures are a little vague, he tells some pretty amusing stories and he's just such a nice guy. A big sports fan so you'll see him at events.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MAT130X
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Awesome professor. Very nice outside of class and helpful during office hours.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MAT130
• 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:

Dr. W is the man. He is a super nice guy and cares about every student he teaches. He is VERY smart, which sometimes makes him hard to understand when he is explaining things. If you go see him, he will not let you leave until you understand the material.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MAT235
• 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:

Dr Whitton rocks. Simply put. He's friendly, and really cool. He really loves math, which makes it easier.