Matthew Stromberg - Savannah College of Art and Design

Professor: Matthew Stromberg

Department: TBD

College: Savannah College of Art and Design

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: 3DDESIGN
• 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's my favorite professor yet. He is clear in requirements and gives many opportunities to fix a bad grade. He's extremley interesting and fun to listen to. I learned skills that I will use forevor. If given the opportunity, take his class. You will not regret it.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: DSG102
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great professor. Really listens and suggests things you can do better for your projects. Loves to talk and walk around and see how everyone is doing. Work is easy to understand and doable. The first half is usually a lecture then he lets you work on your projects in class.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Stromberg was the best class I've ever taken in my life. It was organized, intense, but it really really pushed me. He taught so many life lessons and encouraged a level of creativity and organization I've never seen before. He lives by his rubric and grades clearly. You get out what you put into it. 100% Projects (no fluff).

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: 3DDESIGN
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Stromberg is really nice once you get to know him. He can be quirky at times but his projects are fun. Just approach the class with an open mind and be aware that you will probably have to shell out some extra money for the projects.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: 3DDESIGN
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He keeps you busy during the quarter, but even then, his class was wicked easy. Keep your head up, fill out the terms he gives you as soon as you can, and you will have no issues what-so-ever. He really cares about the students in his class, and he has a great sense of humor.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I love Stromberg and his class, to me was easy. I heard some students in my class complain about him so I'm going to address that. He talks a lot and sometimes says things that are not offensive but told bluntly and straightforward. If that bothers you, don't take his class. If you can't handle being told you're work isn't the best, don't take him.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Loved this class and what I made while I was in it. Stromberg was very helpful and would randomly drop insanely helpful design advice. I liked how his critiques were structured. He also clearly communicates exactly what he wants out of you. Don't make a square anything in his class.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Stromberg is a lovely guy. He really shows that he cares about your success and wants the best for everyone. The portfolios for 3D design we did ended up looking amazing. It was worth all the outside of class work. The projects were fun and interesting, however the spaghetti project I feel like was too intense for the first project.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Projects are incredibly fun and interesting. Pushes his design process onto you, but it helps you to meet the grading criteria. Interesting professor, does not like architecture too much. Interesting and has a lot of stories in his life. Talks a little too much in class, but other than that, he is great professor. Helps you to make great projects.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Stromberg is a great professor. He is knowledgeable of what he teaches and always focuses on the student first. He takes the time to talk to everyone and allows students to use the cheapest, most effective materials and techniques in class. Lots of extra help sessions and he makes 3D a real learning experience regardless of your major!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The projects for this class were so interesting and fun compared to other 3d design courses. He is kind of strict with what he wants, but he lays it all out in a class packet. Just make sure to read it. His personality can rub some people wrong, but he is still an amazing professor.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Stromgberg was probably my favorite teacher. He really cares about you and how you do in the class. The projects are kinda hard if you dont put effort and work into them. HIGHLY recommend going to the office hours because if youre ever having trouble he will work with you and help you. Also hes really funny and the projects are fun.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: 3DDESIGN
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's probably one of the best professors I've had here at SCAD, he's hilarious and very caring. He told me, "no idea is a bad idea" and is very helpful if you ask for help/thoughts. Highly recommend.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: 3DDESIGN
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Stromberg is very wise, and makes a lotta dry jokes. He's very clear about what he expects, gives good critiques, and most importantly, (at least to me) every class he would give pieces of knowledge about design that seem like they should've been obvious but opened brand new doors for me. Cool projects, cool dude! Take him!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Stromberg worked with me to a better grade after midterm. The class takes hard work but the projects are great.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 3DDESIGN
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He tends not to explain what he wants and as said in class multiple times that he prefers it when his students just allow him to micro manage everything they do. I learned nothing form his class and the spaghetti project was pretty pointless to me and not worth the amount I paid for this class. If you don't know what you are doing he might be okay.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's an amazing teacher, but get ready to work.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Stromberg is a fine professor. His projects are really fun but he can be a little frustrating. He has a hard time accepting ideas that he personally just doesn't like, and he's one of those people that answers your question with another question. You have to do a ton of vocab, so if that isn't your thing, don't take him.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: DSGN102
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Definitely one of the hardest classes I've ever taken; I slaved away on all the projects and never got an A. However, I won't deny that I learned a lot, and Stromberg was one of the most understanding professors I've ever had. He has a great guide to his entire class that makes keeping up very easy as well. Just watch out for his "life lessons".

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: DESIG102
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I thought it should be a studio class. However, he had a lot to say every day!!!!!!!! I almost never have time to spend time on my project during the class. He talked too much about himself and his own accomplishments. He cared about your craftsmanship very much, but he didn't teach you how to make it better. I have to struggle a lot to get an A.