Lee Vigilant - Minnesota State University Moorhead

Professor: Lee Vigilant

Department: TBD

College: Minnesota State University Moorhead

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Hard class, lots of reading that you must read because a lot of it is on the test, he has a lot of opinions. The tests are very hard and the class is only graded on 4 tests and 2 papers.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: SOC352
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class isnt so bad if you work on everything ahead of time. This is a contract graded class. No matter which contract you choose, you will not have to do any tests.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very very tough grader! He hardly ever gives anyone an A. It's either A- or lower. Don't risk getting a bad grade in this class. He also seems to think he is better than his students. Heavy reading on books as well.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SOC210
• 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:

With every assignment I submitted, he sent a personal email giving me feedback about what he liked and other resources incase I wanted to look more into the topic. His lectures were really interesting too! All around a great guy, and not that difficult of a grader! I would recommend him to anyone!!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SOC352
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Vigilant is great! Expectations are clear. Contract-based grading.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SOC210
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Vigilant is a very intelligent professor, but will not listen to the points you are trying to make if hey do not line up with his own opinions. He will twist your words and trying to defend your viewpoint won't get you anywhere.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I would not recommend taking this class; it is way too much work and stress for a 100 level class. He does not seem to have respect for the majority of his students. He has a very high opinion of himself, which can be annoying. Students are only graded on two tests and a book report.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Unless you absolutely have to, I would suggest not taking this class by this professor, in fact, do not take any classes from him. He is rude and arrogant, claims being vegan is the best way to live, and is very bias on sociological topics (don't argue with him because you will not win). He claims he goes to church, but bases all religions.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SOC325
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Social problems is very similar to this course, studying social movements(protesting). Works with relevant concepts and is very intriguing to listen to during lecture. It is difficult to zone out, but studying theories is an exception... Grades oddly lenient, at times I felt I deserved a lower grade. I recommend this professor.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Never take!Good speaker but swears, finals are extremely long essays, & gives 2 days to complete. Toughest grader for intro course & said straight to my face he NEVER gives 100%, maybe an A-, but never an A unless you go "above and beyond" the questions he asked you to answer. If you have a 4.0 GPA, DON'T TAKE A CLASS OF HIS! Trust me, not a rant.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SOC220
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. Tough grader. Do your work and you'll be alright. Talk in class when discussion is happening for extra points.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: SOC210
• 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:

I took SOC 210 and SOC 325 with him last semester. Both classes were amazing. There was two big writing assignments in SOC 325 but the topics were easy to write about and he is a lenient grader. He gives great feedback in both classes and I learned a lot. He cares about his students and tries to get to know each student on an individual basis.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• 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:

The scariest part was my grade relied on 2 exams and a paper. Attendance may not be mandatory, but highly recommended (or face the wrath of a great professor). He had the best lectures I've ever attended! Would recommend him to everyone especially for his Intro to Soc. I truly learned a lot and am beyond satisfied with my experience in this class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• 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:

Dr. Vigilant is an excellent professor. Although his classes do not necessarily relate to either one of my majors, I hope to take more of his classes in the future. If you are looking for an easy A, this is not the class for you. If you prove that you care about the course, ask questions, do the readings, and attend the class, you will do well.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

he is superb awesome professor, he is my favorite one , his teaching method is marvelous and he understands every single students personal issue and problem.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SOC210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Vigilant is a very smart professor. However, he can be very condescending and arrogant. A few papers. A lot of article readings. A big group project. Very likely you'll have to take him at some point if you're a SOC major.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Vig is great and really makes the class engaging and interesting! I learned a lot. The people who dislike him are usually the ones who show up to less than half the classes and then get upset because they missed all of the lecture notes which is what half the midterm and final are on. Basically, if you show up and actually care, you'll do well.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SOC210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Such a waste of a class. Worst professor I've had at MSUM 7 a disgrace to the otherwise wonderful Soc/CJ Department. Vigilant is pompous, inconsiderate, & extremely arrogant. If you like listening to people brag about being debt free, vegan, seventh day adventist, and complain about local law enforcement this class is for you. Too bad he's tenured

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: SOC210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Basically this class was pointless. You literally don't have to come to get an A as long as you do the assigned papers that's it. Vig on the other hand is probably one of the worst professors I've had in all 4 years, which is why I'm writing this. I only liked one day of the class and that was the last day.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SOC110
• 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:

Amazing professor