Stephen Scharper - University of Toronto - St. George Campus

Professor: Stephen Scharper

Department: Environmental Studies

College: University of Toronto - St. George Campus

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: TRN140
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This class was great!! The readings were interesting and only briefly discussed in class. We went on a lot of field trips and nature walks. It is clear Professor Scharper loves what he is doing, and I truly appreciate his passion for the environment, indigenous cultures, and mindfulness. His very being has inspired me to aspire to be like him.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Easily the best and most engaging professor I've had at UofT. ENV100 is pretty easy to manage as long as you complete all of the readings; the readings can be a bit dense but I found the subject matter very interesting and eye-opening.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I had at U of T. He is so passionate about the material and teaches it well.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This is by far the best prof I have ever encountered. He was so inspirational and really made you care about the content of the course. I was so excited for every lecture, and really enjoyed being in this course. As long as you attend lectures and do the readings, you should do great. Tests and grading were very fair, and the content was awesome.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor. The enthusiasm he brought to every lecture was contagious.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENV333
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Scharper is by far the best prof. I have had at UofT. He is charismatic, passionate about his subject, and approachable. He is a genuine person. And his book really was helpful to read, not a drag. I actually was excited to come to class.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ANT368
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This was a terrific course. It really changed the way I looked at the environment. And the guest speakers and nature walks were all part of a truly transformative learning experience. And Prof. Scharper is the most eloquent prof. I've ever had!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great prof, but do your work!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENV100H1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Scharper is phenomenal. This is by far the most dynamic and frutiful course of my undergrad. We need more profs. like him!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Truly passionate, kind, genuine and knowledgeable. One in a million teacher.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENV100H1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This course absolutely changed my life! I have now incorporated environmental ideas and projects in both my personal and academic life thanks to Prof. Scharper. He is a very special person.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENV1008
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This was by far the most intellectually stimulating class I have ever taken. Prof. Scharper is remarkable, and made it a rich, insightful experience. I would definitely take any other course he teaches.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ANT368
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best course of my undergrad thus far, bar none.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Like many of the others, I was blown away. Took this in my first year, and upon reflection, it really was one of the best educational experiences in my life. Talk about out-of -the-box. He inspired me to pursue the intricate subject of the very large picture of 'the environment'.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

When I think of an ideal professor, I think of Prof. Scharper. He is informed, engaged, interesting, and he really cares about his students. He is also easy to look at, and I love his voice!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENV1008
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Scharper is excellent. This is the only course I have taken that really encouraged and appreciated a creative apporoach to learning.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Love this professor and love this class!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Nothing but the best. This is by far the best course I have had thus far.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENV100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Stephen Scharper is just amazing. After taking his ENV100 class I decided to add an Environmental Studies minor to my degree. His lectures were awesome, as he had guest speakers, he is crystal clear in everything, approachable, and his tests were straightforward.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENV 100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Scharper is a terrific professor. He is well-orgnized, informed, and kind, and his lectures were quite engaging. They combined AV clips, neat graphics, and time for class interaction. The subject matter and readings were also challenging. As a result of this course, I switched my major to environmental studies.