Philippe Seminet - Texas A&M University at Commerce

Professor: Philippe Seminet

Department: TBD

College: Texas A&M University at Commerce

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: FREN2311
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Seminet knows the language well however he's the kind of person who does not know how to teach it. My experience with him was absolutely terrible; I felt insulted and judged every time I made a mistake and I didn't learn anything in his class. All he does is go over the homework from the night before instead of focusing on teaching us things.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: FREN1312
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The class would not be that difficult, if he actually took the time to make sure concepts are grasped. Even when asking for help, not much is given. He moves through the material way to fast. If you take him, be prepared to get a tutor or put a lot of time aside to teach yourself. The test are pretty difficult, and partial credit isn't a thing.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: FREN1312
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Seminet does not provide partial credit and his tests are long and hard. His lectures during class were not very helpful and on top of having a test every two weeks he gave "double" quizzes almost every week as well. It is up to the student to put in the work and if you are struggling he does not go out of his way to find out what's going on.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: FREN1312
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I am currently taking French II with Phillipe and he is a good French teacher. Learning a new language is about repetition and consistency and he voices that religiously. I agree, although he does assign a lot of homework which can be overwhelming. His tests and quizzes tend to be tricky and he doesn't offer partial credit for answers.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: FREN2311
• 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 had Seminet at St. Eds. By far the best french professor i've ever had. Does an excellent job of explaining grammar points and really wants you to do well. If you put forth the effort, you'll love the class!

Rating # 6

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

great teacher. he knows what he is talking about and is very helpful if you ask for it. idk why people complain about having homework for a foreign language class cuz your not going to learn much if you don't practice.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: FREN01
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

If you do the homework, chances are you will pass this class. He is a very nice and patient professor, but you have to be willing to ask for the help if you need it. Don't expect him to do the work for you, you're an adult, act like one.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: FREN1311
• 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:

I had Prof Seminet for French I this semester at St. Ed's. He was such a nice guy! Assigned a lot of homework but it wasn't anything too demanding and if you set time aside in your day, you'll do great in quizzes and exams. Highly recommend him-- plus he was nice to look at and hear speaking French ;)

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHIL351
• 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:

I have taken Dr. Seminet for several philosophy courses as well as French and Spanish, and yes, his courses are challenging, but you're in college, forchrissake. Buck up and do your readings like a big boy/girl and you'll be fine. Dr. Seminet is a great professor.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: FRE131
• 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 think he likes French a little bit to much!!!! He assigns to much work and the test does not always reflect the homework given.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: LIBS320
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do not take this professor. He is a complete jerk and I didn't think he was very helpful at all. People say that is is hot but I don't see it. My best advice is DO NOT TAKE HIM!!!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG474
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His tests are super easy if you read what you are supposed to. His class is a little gross, but it kept me interested.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHI121
• 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:

Awesome class! I don't know why everyone gives him a bad rep, but oh well. The only thing that he does is makes you responsible and accountable. He's helpful and patient. The only thing I recommend...wait until Junior or Senior semester for his Philosophy class, you need some good English classes before hand! He's a great professor!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ETHICS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

His exams are very difficult.

Rating # 15

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Stay away from this class. He seems like a nice guy, but he is so difficult when it comes to rubric. You do not have to take the difficult final exam, if you are on your last semester. He likes Emmanuel Kant. All exams are 10 fill in the blank, 4 short essays questions, and one regular essay question. Manage your time well during the exam.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SPANISH132
• 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:

IF YOU PLAN ON CONTINUING IN ANY KIND OF SPANISH HE IS NOT THE TEACHER FOR YOU. HE WANTS YOU TO TEACH YOURSELF WHICH IS KIND OF HARD TO DO WHEN YOU ARE TAKING 4 OTHER CLASSES. PLUS HE DOESNT EXPLAIN THINGS IN A WAY THAT CAN BE UNDERSTOOD. LASTLY HE IS A EROGANT JERK AND I DONT RECOMMEND YOU TAKE HIS SPANISH CLASSES!

Rating # 17

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

He's a nice guy and he helps you as much as he can, but you have to have a lot of time to study because he is a little hard to keep up with. Homework is laid out for you and there is usually a good amount of reading and homework. The class is pretty hard but not if you really set your mind to it. He's overall a good professor.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HISTOFPHILOSO
• 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:

Insanely Hard, very difficult tests, tons of reading, boring class discussions, and full of himself, but he's probably a good person

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: SPA132
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He was HORRIBLE!!!! He didn't explain the reads he assigned from the night, so we basically taught ourselves as he talked about the nothingness of his life. I will NEVER take another class from him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHILOSOPHY
• 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:

His classes aren't easy. They'll definitely actually make you think, but that's what you should be doing in college anyway, you know. He's great!