Michael Patella - College of Saint Benedict & Saint John's University

Professor: Michael Patella

Department: TBD

College: College of Saint Benedict & Saint John's University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: THEO300
• 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:

Father Patella is a great professor! He's super smart and makes engaging with the Bible actually quite fun, coming from someone who thought that was boring before! He knows how to interpret the scripture so well and knows the answer to pretty much any question you ask! Super kind man who I would definitely take a class with again! Highly recommend!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: THEO111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Only a midterm and final exam for tests. Basically read a little piece of the Bible before class and then discuss in class. Simple enough! Funny guy and always willing to help. Very open-minded and i enjoyed him a lot! Take for Theology if you have the chance!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SSNT424
• 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: Mandatory

Comment:

His classes are so rich and insightful. He makes so many connections and applications. When he lectures, he puts his whole self into it. I've recommended his class to others.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SSNT424
• 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:

I learned great amount from the papers, because Fr Michael's instruction were so very helpful.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: THEO11104A
• 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: Mandatory

Comment:

I learned a lot in this class. Each class was interesting, and I learned something new every time. The professor made everyone feel comfortable to ask questions and not make you feel like an idiot. I would definitely take another class with him.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SSNT424
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Fr. Michael's lecture style was most helpful, and it was very good that he used the St. John's Bible. I learned a great amount from the papers. Superb prof, and I would absolutely recommend this class to others.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: THEO111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I was not familiar with any of this before this class. It was all new to me. I really learned a lot from him, he explains things very well and is clearly very educated on the topic. Would have been better had it not been at 8:00am, though.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: THEO111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I was not familiar with any of this info before this class. It was all new to me. I really learned a lot from him, he explains things very well and is clearly very educated on the topic. Would have been better had it not been at 8:00 am, though.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: THEO111
• 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: Mandatory

Comment:

Fr Michael was very good at explaining things and making them interesting. I don't think there was ever a time when we weren't learning something.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: THEO111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This was absolutely the worst class I've ever taken. His class was disorganized, monotonous, and vapid. During every single class, I would look around and see at least three people sleeping in a class of 25 students. If you have no prior knowledge of theology, don't take his class. Also, if you're an atheist, good luck and suck up.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: THEO111
• 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:

Smart Dude

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: THEO202
• 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:

Fr. Michael is an amazing man! He is so helpful, courteous, and an amazing scripture scholar. He makes you think in the most unique ways and is an excellent advisor. Loved him!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: THEO180
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Genius, but his teaching style is kind of confusing. He is hard, but his knowledge of scripture and theology stuff is amazing. Really smart guy.

Rating # 14

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

ABSOULTELY BRILLIANT!!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: THEO180
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Patella is amazing! You don't need to read what he assigns b/c it's discussed heavily in class. You learn more than imaginable. He challenges your every thought! I'd recommend him over any other professor for anythign!

Rating # 16

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Fr. Michael is a great prof, but he gave us a TON of reading everything- 1/2 through I figured out I didn't need to read all of it. I loved his class and think he is a great prof.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: NEWTESTAMENT
• 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:

really knows the material; challenges his students

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CORE390
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Brilliant man, great professor.

Rating # 19

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Fr. Michael is the grestest prof ever. His tests are really easy and he is so fun and loving. He makes you appreciate everything about the bible, not matter what your beliefs are. He is not a typical strict monk. Each class is interesting and you take something out of it. I recomend him to anyone!

Rating # 20

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Super fun class becuase of him! He makes everything very interesting and is incredibly smart!! He is a little stubborn though...