Thomas Rowland - University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Professor: Thomas Rowland

Department: History

College: University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Honestly one of the best professors I've had. He's clear with expectations and lectures questions right from the exam. I did go to SI before the exams because it was really helpful and the instructor also led right off the exam. If you go to class, take notes, and attend a few reviews, easy A

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST102
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Great older guy that is informative, funny, and overall a great professor. Tests are hard if you don't go to class

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIS201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rowland is a really nice guy. As long as you go to class and take good notes based on what he says, you should be fine. Although the class is boring at times, Professor Rowland tries to make it enjoyable with his humor. You do get reading assignments but they are simple. Go to the SI Exam reviews before each test, they are very helpful.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIS201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rowland is very knowledgable in what he teaches, yet the lectures are extremely boring but he tries to keep everyone awake. He has a good sense of humor and the homework is not hard at all. The SI student actually helps with the exam review a lot more than he does. Con : do not know what to write for notes since his are short and broad

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIS205
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Very easy class. Questions on the test are right from the powerpoint. And or the video you watch.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST201
• 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:

He is the sweetest man ever. You can tell he LOVES history, I think he is retiring soon, but he tells you exactly what he wants on the homework questions and if you pay attention even remotely in class and go to SI you should get a B

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You can tell he is very passionate about teaching History and it makes his lectures more interesting. There are a lot of reading assignments but they aren't a lot of work and he is an easy grader! Go to class and you'll get an A for sure!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIS201
• 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:

He is lecture heavy but it always tries to keep it interesting. He is very outgoing and tries to hype up the topic. He's pretty funny. Overall a good professor.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIS201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

For the most part he is an easy grader and makes class fun and interesting.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Awesome guy. There are weekly/ bi weekly assignments that need to get done, but they are more for your benefit because they are extra points. Dry humor and its funny. Only book you NEED is The Way We Lived. I never used the textbooks. Go to the SI sessions. They are helpful

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

You will have to listen to lecture and do his reading assignments, but this and all Rowland's classes are very easy if you can do that. You can get away with missing the occasional class, but his lectures are usually very good. He's extremely knowledgeable and cares a lot about his classes. He's also very approachable! Take Rowland's classes!!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I remember the first time I took one of his classes I was like oh boy this is going to be boring...(he has a monotone voice), however after having him the first time, I realized how wrong I was. He clearly states what he is looking for and is willing to change things if necessary. His style is perfect for me, and dry humor is the best.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIS341
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is a sweet, caring guy. If you go to class and take good notes, it will be easy. He has extra credit and gives enough time for essay exams. He doesn't take away a choice for the essays, eventhough he says he will.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rowland is amazing! He is such a cute old man who is soooo passionate about American history. His lectures can be boring and a lot of information is thrown at you, however he does tell you what is EXACTLY on the two exams. One of my favorite professors by far.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIS201
• 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:

Absolutely loved going to class with this professor. He was really funny and I found his lectures to be really engaging. Only downside is that there is a writing assignment based on the reading every other week.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIS205
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

If you need assistance, ideas for what to write a history report on, he's more than willing to help you, even if the idea is out of left field.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIST367
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best class ever.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIS201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Super boring and long lectures, if you don't go to lecture you won't pass, he tends to be very disorganized and likes to go back and forth in dates and topics so note taking is hard because it's going back and forth. Not very organized, uses power points from different classes that he teaches.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIST201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He has this really dry humor. Its a little shocking at first, but he really grows on you. I had thos class as an 8am and I havent missed one day yet!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIS201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is a great proffessor, and very humorous. He has a bit of a monotone so if that makes you want to sleep maybe you shouldn't take him. However, he is a easy grader, and gives extra credit. I would take another class with him anyday!