Lee Morrissey - Clemson University

Professor: Lee Morrissey

Department: English

College: Clemson University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2120
• 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:

Dr. Morrissey was one of the most inspiring teachers I've ever had. From the first day, you already know it's not going to be like any other run of the mill english class. He is a super tough grader, and doesn't give rubrics, but gives ODDLY specific feedback. He makes jokes and wants you to think for yourself, but that doesn't mean he's a bully.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I absolutely love the discussion-style teaching method of this class. Dr. Morrissey is always entertaining and wants us to make connections on our own before he gives us all the answers. He can sometimes be vague, and a lot of people don't like the way he laughs at the things we say, but he is not mean-spirited.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Don't take Morrissey. He uses circular logic to answer questions and thus does not completely answer them. Some of the things I learned from his lectures were cool, but it was not worth the stress of being scared to speak in class because of him calling people out; my anxiety spiked because of this one class, and I dreaded every class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I am torn between telling you to run fast to or from Morrissey. He is the most confusing, difficult and vague professor I have ever met. On the other hand, he is interesting and reassuring that you are in the right major. Do no take him if you are sensitive and lazy. It is definitely an experience to be in one of his classes.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Morrissey is the hardest professor I imagine I will ever had. He's funny, witty, and sometimes just downright cruel. But he is passionate about literature, humanities, and English. This class isn't for everyone. But if you want to leave a class everyday confident that an English major is the best major, this is the class for you. DO THE READING

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

he will make you feel completely stupid at times, but what you get out of this class is well worth it. He's a great teacher and an extremely smart guy. this class made me a better writer and even though its definitely not easy, it's so worth it. make sure you read!!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL212
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I can't decide if I spent more time crying over this class or looking forward to this class. I did learn a lot and I would recommend him as a professor. His class isn't easy and half the time, I questioned if I should even be an English major.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGL310
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Morrissey definitely knows his stuff, and by the end of each class period you might just know yours too. He's hard, and he doesn't like giving a straight answer, but I've come out of his class before feeling like something big has just been revealed to me. He'll make you look stupid in class, but he does that to everyone so it's not just you.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGENGL
• 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:

i'm a student at nui. galway in ireland, had morrissey for this year in milton and modernity. the comments on here seem pretty fair, i feel sorry for those who couldnt come to terms with his style, but he will make you work, and he will make you give a damn. my idea of a university professor.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL810
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I really disliked this professor at first, but I really admire what he is trying to do with the program. I learned a lot, and though I suffered a lot of humiliation, I think perhaps it was worth it.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG415
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very smart but also very egotistical. If you disagree with him in discussions he will insult you and talk over you if you try to defend yourself. Multiple times when asking him simple questions he has given me the run around. He is not helpful or clear because he would rather make fun of you than help you. I am an A student and expect a C.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENGL440
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Morrissey is awesome. If you're looking for an education, take his class. If you just want a grade to graduate, and don't want to be challenged about what you think, then don't take this class. Morrissey isn't the one who challenges you, its the material. More people need to make that distinction. He looks like Dan Aykroyd, by the way.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL414
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Bit of an ego on this one, however, yes- he's the best prof you'll have at Clemson. His teaching style is quite abrasive, but ultimately it's generally effective. Won't help the GPA but you'll be better for it. It'll be your closest shot at a liberal arts educational at Clemson. If you give a**** about your education, take him.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENGL414
• 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:

Doc Morrissey is easily the best professor you will ever have at Clemson. His class certainly isn't the easiest one you could find, but taking it is well worth it. He gives his best to his students and asks the same in return. He is neither rude to his students nor unwilling to help them. Simply do the reading and think before you speak.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG440
• 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:

What is literature? Take this course and you’ll read different theories that try to explain what it is. Or, you may find that it’s not here yet--Derrida, anyone. Read the texts, think verbally, and relax. Morrissey is a highly competent and approachable professor. Just get rid of your “lecture me so I can take notes” mentality.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG400LEVELS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Brilliant. Keep this course. You'll work, but it will be worth it.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH423
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Unless you like being called stupid and never getting any help, then I would not take Morrissey. I am in graduate school at Clemson and I swear that I will not graduate if it means taking this man again. He is a the worst teacher ever because he thinks he is better than everyone else. Avoid him like the plague.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG415
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Morrissey rocks! I've learned so much from this class--he's definitely the best English lit. professor at Clemson. He's hurting my GPA, but I think the knowledge I've learned is worth it. I'm being stretched and getting my money's worth at Clemson by taking him. He's extremely helpful and available for any questions. Don't be intimidated. Nice guy.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 414
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Morrissey is, without a doubt, the toughest prof. I have had the pleasure of learning from. I took his class after taking a couple years off from higher education, and I thought I was going to drown, but I managed to come out with a B. His classes are loads of fun if you actually get involved with the discussions, and he is fun to flirt with.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG414440
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

If you consider reading, thinking about what you read, and speaking about what you think important, take Dr. M. P.S. Unless you're Noam Chomsky, you might notice the class listing to port. If you're the starboard type, just relax and enjoy the view.