Patricia Ward - College of Charleston

Professor: Patricia Ward

Department: English

College: College of Charleston

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: FYSE114
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took Dr. Ward's Harry Potter FYE and absolutely loved it. The only reason I gave her a level 3 for difficulty is because people shouldn't go into this class thinking they can skate through it. Dr. Ward is by no means hard, but you have to actually read and put work into the assignments. Probably one of the best classes at CofC. Take it if you can

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I am so sad Dr. Ward is retiring! She is a GENIUS. No other person can make 14th-century literature as interesting and complex as Dr. Ward can. Her tests are difficult, and she expects a really deep read of texts from her students, however, she is a fair grader on papers and is always willing to work with students on deadlines. By far the best.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENGL190
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Super nice and helpful, you know exactly what is expected of you and she is more than willing to work with you. You strive to please her. Very passionate.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENGL190
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

My favorite professor. Lectures will keep you entertained while learning a lot at the same time (especially since the subjects she teaches are so fun), and she really gets to know her students. She knows so much about English and makes me excited to persue the subject!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

An interesting professor. Definitely not for everyone. She's intelligent but as it's an intro class, just does what she has to in order to get through it. If you're interested in english this could be a bit of a bore for you. However, she's a nice, helpful woman and she's grown on me a bit throughout the semester. The class is very easy.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG400
• 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. Ward's enthusiasm and knowledge of her subject make her classes a special adventure. Not to be missed.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG309
• 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:

Dr. Ward was a great professor! This was my hardest class last semester, but she made it worthwhile. Every class was very interesting and I'm taking her again this fall. Highly recommend her if you want a good, interesting English teacher!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG201
• 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. Ward is easily one of the most notable and knowledgeable Old English scholars in the region, and her teaching ability is equally distinguished. She is engaging, thorough, inspiring, and effervesces her love for learning and literature alike. A must have for anyone serious about his/her academic experience at the College of Charleston.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGL395
• 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 sense of humor and really wants her students to do well

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL395
• 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:

Dr. Ward is the best professor I've had in college. She knows the material she's teaching backwards and forawrds and her class is always fun. She makes you do a certain number of one-page responses, but they're easy and can't hurt your grade if you do them. I would recommend taking her whether you're an English major or not.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENGL395
• 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:

Dr. Ward is firm, but fair. Class is always interesting and I learned a great deal about the Arthurian legends. She's quite funny and engages the class in the material. Very helpful and clear in what she's looking for; I'd definitely recommend her to anyone, major or not!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENGL201
• 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:

The most lovely teacher ever. This class was so interesting and she is such a good teacher. I adore her. If I can get the chance to, I'd take her again. Do the readings though- she does give little surprise quizzes but she drops your lowest grade. Plus, she LOVES for you to talk in class so speak up, even if you think you are wrong. She rocks!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL307
• 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:

hardest class i've ever had to deal with...crazy daily quizes where you have to memorize 20 lines of old english and all the parsing....i did all my homework evey day and still failed almost every single quiz...keep all your work cause you have to turn every single thing in at the end of the semester...boring and hard...

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG201
• 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:

Trish Ward is pretty much my favorite teacher. Her class was the highlight of my semester. The key is to pay attention, speak up, and have a positive attitude. She is so helpful and sweet and interesting. She's a UNC fan, but I can get over that as long as she makes Chaucer interesting. TAKE HER!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG201
• 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:

I didn't see favorites being picked in my class. She could be quite amusing, and made the material we went through interesting, or at least bearable - even when it was not (Chaucer, anyone?). She just wants her students do actually put forth their own effort. Ask questions and study, and you'll do fine.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG201
• 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:

Doesn't stand for nonsense and will put you in your place if necessary, but overall she's very kind and wants you to do well. Has a good head on her shoulders but is a reasonable, leaning towards easy grader. Strikes a good balance between compassion and toughness. Do your reading, come to class, you'll be fine. Recommended.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: 201
• 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:

I dont know how you could call her mean- shes fun and interesting and one of my favorite professors- her class isn't even difficult as long as you read the material and do the work...if you're an english major and find interest in the subject matter it will be a breeze- I think she is fantastic

Rating # 18

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:

Professor Ward was awesome. I really tried her patience a bunch when i had her but she was extremely understanding. She is highly knowledgeable in her field--i transeferred to Winthrop and everyone up here in this English Dept. knows and raves about her. Great teacher.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG
• 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:

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Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH
• 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:

I greaduated with English Major in 1993. I can see by the reviews that some things never change. She picks favorites and is rude. I can't say I learned much from her and found that you either love her or hate her. I'm later. There was not a professor I had in 4 years that came close to the disdain I have for this woman.