Dennis Laumann - University of Memphis

Professor: Dennis Laumann

Department: History

College: University of Memphis

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIST1110
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Attendance wasn't mandatory but you need (good) notes to pass the midterm and final. You DO use the TB for papers but not much else. Two papers, a midterm, a final, one online quiz per week, occasional questions due on Fridays and like one pop quiz. Show up, pay attention and take nOTES - you'll do fine. I really liked him, very passionate

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST1110004
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I'm not one for History. In fact it's my least favorite subject, but he made me love it. I loved going to his classes! I sat in the front row every day. It's best to take notes on the lectures, they are VITAL for passing the exams. So while attendance isn't required, it's very important. His lectures were interesting, and online quizzes were easy.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIST1010
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Retaken his class twice its difficult to be a 1010 class he dont do answer choice hes a good teacher but the subject of his class is not my cup of tea

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIST1010
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hes not the best professor he likes to give out exam study guide a day or two before the exam which is difficult to pass his exams he also uses foul language a lot which is not pleasant I failed this course twice

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIST1110
• Grade Received: INC
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Laumann is an AMAZING professor! Very knowledgable about History and very passionate about it. He is freaking hilarious and makes learning about boring History so much fun! 2 papers, 2 tests, and a quiz each week so make sure you stay on top of the quizzes. He makes you work for your grade but hes awesome!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST1110
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Very funny and interesting guy, although if profanity bothers you, I'd steer clear of him since he uses lots of it daily. Class is not too hard, but taking notes is necessary to receive a good grade.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIST1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Laumann overall is a good professor. He's funny, thought-provoking, and very entertaining so although there's a lot of listening and notes required, he makes it interesting. The stuff about the ego and strictness is true, he loves hearing himself talk. However if you just listen and do the work, he's overall pretty fun and not terribly hard.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIST1110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

His lectures are amazing and he relates them to current political topics. Be ready to take lots of notes because the mid-term and final are based on them. He doesn't allow technology. He is also a very funny man so you'll enjoy going to class everyday!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIST1100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I loved coming to class because he really makes the lecture exciting.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Excellent and engaging in lectures, and the weekly quizzes are very simple with the textbook. As long as you attend and take notes, youre guaranteed an A.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIS1110
• 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 Laumann was one of the toughest professors I've ever had but super funny guy. He cares a lot about what he is teaching, which made his lectures very interesting. I took his class over summer and his test were hard. about 10 short answers for each test. Be prepared to study.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIST1010
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Super stringent grader and no tech allowed in class at all

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIS1110
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Laumann was amazing. He was easy to understand and while others were offended by his words, he was truthful. This was a history class and the study of religion was necessary. I would recommend him to everyone. I am trying to take another one of his classes as soon as possible. PS listen to the man. He is not afraid to kick you out of class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIS1110
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

As a 41-yr-old seeking a second career, Dr. Lauman has not earned my respect as a professor or as a human. He clouts his equality but shows it by his condescending use of "my brother or my sister." He wears his academic prowess as a badge to demand respect from younger students in their first semesters of college. Make sure you attend class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIST4285
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took this class so that I could take the study abroad trip to Cuba during Spring Break, and it was pretty amazing! He wants your papers to be almost perfect so do them ahead of time and get them checked. He comes off as rude sometimes but he is okay as long as the class participates. No phones, no talking, just listen and participate!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIS1110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Laumann is a solid choice for World Civ I. He grades from a map quiz (basic geography, 10%), a syllabus quiz (5%) two papers (15% each), two exams (midterm 15%, final 20%), and 10 online quizzes for which the answers can easily be found online. The book is good for preparing for exams and writing the papers, but you can get by without it.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIST1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I love Dr. Laumann since the day I entered his class. He's hilarious and very blunt. If you don't go to class you definitely won't pass. Reading the textbook also helps but it isn't really required. He's understanding if you're in a sticky situation and is really about equality but he won't babysit you. Also class participation isn't required but you should definitely participate.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIS1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

If you look past the constant stream of profanity, his inability to act in such a manner as to actually deserve the respect he demands, or his ignorance of academia, critical thinking, or open-mindedness like he touts -- he might have the potential to be a decent professor.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIST1100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Laumann is totally awesome. Just be proficient and make it a priority to attend class and you will be fine. Lectures are great and very informative, also he's very funny and you will most definitely have fun in this class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIST3223
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Laumann is extremely passoniate about African history. You will do a lot of reading, 10 quizzes, and exams. Oh yeah, random assignments that are not on the syllabas. Whatever you do don't miss his class, and pay attention!! Please don't be snarky with him he will shut you down. Overall, I enjoyed the class, would take him again!