Thrity Umrigar - Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH

Professor: Thrity Umrigar

Department: English

College: Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: USSY290T
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The readings and discussions were really interesting. However, the grading was somewhat harsh, and it seemed like she was grading us like English majors, even in a SAGES class. Also, make sure to participate in discussions, since that's 20% of your grade.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: FSSY167
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Doesn't explain any expectations from you. If you are not the type of writer she likes, she will give you a bad grade, and there is no way to discuss with her how to improve because she doesn't have any explanations why you shouldn't write in this way. Just because she said so!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: USSY290
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very smart and a great writer. Tough grader and expects you to attend class and work hard.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENGL303
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

For ENGL 303, students are only required to write two 15 page short stories. I tried to ask for further help in improving my writing, and she didn't do a thing. Very self-centered teacher. Yes, I am merely calling her a teacher. I would never call her a 'professor'

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL303
• 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:

LOVE this professor. She's hilarious, compassionate, and she genuinely cares about what students have to say. It's also super cool that we get to sit in with a published, best-selling author. Take at least one English class from her before graduating Case - you won't regret it!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGL363
• 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:

Wonderful class. She's very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. I got more out of this class than I had expected going into it. Recommend to anyone.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Fine if you already know how to write. If you are looking for someone to push you to produce something, Prof. Umrigar can fill that role. If you are looking for guidance, look elsewhere.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Boring

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: JOURNALISM
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Too hard for a intro course - I was very interested in what she was teaching, but her assignments are rather difficult. Ended up with a B.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL363H
• 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:

Meaningful and interesting lectures. Really cares about the material, and is very knowledgable. Fantastic professor.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENGL363H
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Serious, worthwhile discussions, good reading assignments, not a fierce grader. Enjoyable class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENGL
• 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:

Excellent professor. Leads fun discussions. Awesome class

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Prof Umrigar's class is always informal and fun, and I learned a lot about writing