Melvin Seesholtz - Pennsylvania State University - Abington

Professor: Melvin Seesholtz

Department: English

College: Pennsylvania State University - Abington

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: STS200H
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr S is a pretty funny guy. Has a lot of stories that directly relate to the course. Critical thinking is key in this class, and imperative to your essays. 4 books, three essays, and a few quizzes. If you don't plan on participating, prepared to be bored to death. Just voice your opinion and have a conversation with him! DONT USE YOUR CELL PHONE!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL130
• 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:

He is really into discussion, which can be hard. You have to read 3 books, and write 5 papers about different books and films. Gives letter grades, than percent grades. Went slow, so we were behind schedule. If you write well and talk a lot that agree with his thoughts, he will like you and give you an A. P.s.Don't ever sleep or use you phone.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG487W
• 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:

At first, Doc Seesholtz is pretty intimidating - but he doesn't bite. He's very funny! Work hard and you will be recognized. He wants you to work for your grade - and I respect that. Definitley take him.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: STS200H
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Interesting teacher. He has many stories with Tim Leary and other things, which I find funny. Almost broke the phone, while calling tech support lol. His reactions to people are hilarious. Essays can get annoying, but not bad to do. Good grader. His class is always behind, so he tends to change due dates. Take him if you need any English class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL015
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This guy is the man. Grades you on how you improve, not like usual English courses. The most respectful professor yet.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: STS200H
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The man is a legend! Best professor at Penn State! He has so much life experience and has the most interesting stories. His class was easy because it was interesting and I wanted to go. Take him if possible

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CRITR202
• 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:

Seesholtz is a good guy - has lots of great stories. Genuinely interested in his students and what our generation has to offer. He can get sidetracked but he always somehow makes it come full circle to the topic being covered. funny, intelligent, and a classy guy. take him!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG200
• 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 an Awesome teacher. He is always willing to help students. I enjoyed his class during the Fall semester 2010. :)

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG202B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof Seesholtz is definetely a wonderful professor. I would take another class from him in an instant. I think he may be the teacher I learned the most from at Penn State Abinton. EXTREMELY helpful teacher. He actually worked with me on one of my essays to submit to the Honors College. I got in and I owe a lot to him for it. Fantastic prof!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG202A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the best teachers I have ever had. He had a genuine interest in how everyone in the class was progressing, and the only people who didn't like him were people who didn't put in the work. He helped me become a better writer all around. I would take another class in a second

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG202A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Seesholtz was one of the best professors I ever had. He was helpful with his criticisms, and was always willing to help improve people's writing. The only people who hated him were people who weren't willing to put in the work. I would take him again in a heartbeat.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PRACTCRIT
• 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:

Mel taught me in 1974 at Essex University in England. He was a DPhil student at the time and I remember him fondly as a funny, enthusiastic teacher.Patrrick Russell

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: AMST140Y
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I had Seesholtz teah a class along side Polk. He was amazing. I always looked forward to his class, and when you would speak, you could tell he was actually listening to you. Not like those other teachers who are just looking to grade you. It was clear that he really enjoyed watching his students learn. I would take him again in a heartbeat!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG441
• 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:

Mel is very chill, unpretentious, funny and spirited. He doesn't have any stuffiness to him at all. Refreshing for a literature prof. As long as you show up, participate, do you work (there isn't a whole lot of it anyway) and engage with the material you're all but guaranteed a good grade.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: AMRLST140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Awesome teacher. Love his commentary. He has so many unique thoughts. He is a great guy, and a wonderful teacher. You will enjoy this class!!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG221
• 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:

Although I'm no longer a student he was the best professor I ever had. He's kind and his class was of the highest quality. I received an "A" in all three classes. Yes, you must work hard to receive that "A" but its worth the hard work. Extremely intelligent!!!!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

You won't learn anything. His class consists of conversations. Not about class, just about anything. Awful Awful class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG202A
• 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:

He is very liberal, yet has some kooky and intriguing ideas that are beyond realms of any political party. Class-wise, we had interesting discussions, and his harshness on my papers broke down my ego I saw how I had much room for improvement. He definitely gives you something to think about.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG202A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great man. He is very passionate about English and very helpful. Not sure if he gives out A's no matter how hard I tried always got a B+.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: STS200
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Wow all these negative remarks!! Mel is a great teacher, he knows his stuff. Really laid back, lets you push deadline like no other professors and really care about his students. at times he may go off on things but thats just how much passion he has on what he teaches. the papers are really easy to write. he'll tell you the format of the paper