Thomas Kelly - Creighton University

Professor: Thomas Kelly

Department: TBD

College: Creighton University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: THL112
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He's a really really good teacher and I learned a lot in his class but it was a really difficult class. You have to read. He gives 4 pop quizzes throughout the year and 2 papers, one after fall break and one after thanksgiving break. There are two exams, midterm and final. The exams are all written, describe vocab and write out essay questions.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: THL331
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Provides quite a few extra credit opportunities, but only for participation. If you have any sort of academic struggles GO TALK TO HIM! He's relatively understanding, though he has a tendency to come off as condescending and intimidating. Be honest with him! Excellent focus on social justice and academic arguments, though he's pretty one-sided.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: THL331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very insightful class. I highly recommend doing the reading but if you miss a day it isn't the end of the world. Use office hours because he tells you things about papers he doesn't say in class and your grade improves. If you follow instructions and participate, you'll get an A.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: THL325
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is an amazing professor. He cares about the students and if they do well. He is very insightful and very educated. Taken him twice now, he is a great person to learn from. I highly recommend him! Will take him again for sure!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: 112
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoy Dr. Kelly as a professor. If your political views don't match up with his, however, you might not enjoy it near as much. He's a tough grader and you really have to work at an A, but it is very doable. Only two tests all semester, and two papers. Gives EC, though, and if you participate, you'll be fine.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: 112
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Kelly is an amazing professor and knows his stuff. This was a new class this year so he was still working out kinks. Two tests, two papers, plus participation is a big part of your grade. The readings were super important too. If you don't have a lot of prior knowledge on the bible I recommend you don't take this class though.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• 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:

Kelly was great. He is really intelligent and he knows it. You definitely have the read for class and show up. Also, participation is a must. Two papers, several quizzes. He's a little intimidating, but has a good sense of humor. Very encouraging of questions and going to office hours. Read the material, pay attention, and you're good.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• 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:

Loved him as a teacher! The class was challenging and he expects a lot out of you, but he really challenged my view and who I am as a person. He is always willing to help outside of class too! His lectures are interesting and engaging! Really enjoyed him and definitely recommend him!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• 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:

Dr. Kelly is quite strict and expects a lot however he is a good teacher and challenges your way of thinking and your beliefs. If you want an easy A class this isn't for you, but if you want the class to impact your life then this is a must. Kelly is sometimes condescending but overall it's a good class.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• 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:

Teaches from novels and personal writings, not the boring textbooks that the other profs use. Reading is a must, and he's pretty hard, but it is worth it because the result is worth it. The material he teaches is life-changing and social justice oriented. Way better than the lame textbook THL100 classes. Midterm, final, 2 papers, several quizzes.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This class absolutely sucks. If you have no background in religion like me then this class will be torture. Lectures last the whole class leaving little time for questions. Lots of reading is required for quizzes and papers. Very intimidating teacher, definitely not friendly. Don't take this class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is really intimidating at first but that is because he expects a lot from his students. I really enjoyed this class and learned a lot. But if you are looking for an easy course don't take him!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• 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:

There are two 3-4 page paper and the prompts are you choice. There is only a midterm, the final, and 4-5 quizzes to check that you're reading. You need to participate in class because participation/attendance is part of your grade. I learned a lot and I think he is a good teacher, but not the easiest. If you put in the work, you'll do well.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• 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:

Not extremely difficult, but there is a lot of reading required. A few simple quizzes, two papers, midterm, and final. Comes off intimidating and seems like he'd be a hard grader, but if you do the work you'll be fine. Gives all info for midterm and final a week in advance - study it and there's no surprises although there is a lot of information.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: THEO100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is very passionate about theology. However, he expects you to read and understand the texts before classes, which are difficult. Hates technology-don't bother bringing a laptop to take notes. The two papers are fairly straightforward, he just has a policy where three grammar/spelling mistakes and it's an automatic 0. Kind of intimidating.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Kelly is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about what he teaches. If you are interested in theology, please take him! I had no interest and still had my mind blown at some points during class. HOWEVER, this was my hardest class as a freshman, because he is so passionate, I found it intimidating to ask questions or go to office hours.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: THL100
• 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:

If you want a class you can slack off in, don't take this class. If you're like me and find theology interesting and want a professor who loves doing what he does, Dr. Kelly is your man. The class isn't easy, but its not hard either. Pay attenion, read the assigned reading and you'll get a good grade.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: THEO100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Kelly is an amazing amazing teacher. He actually makes a theology class fun to go to and teaches you a lot. The class is super easy and easy to sit through! TAKE HIM!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: THL111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Kelly is very passionate about theology. He can be intimidating in class and can push his opinion sometimes during his lectures but overall he is easy to understand. Make sure to read the books and his class is a breeze. He takes attendance and participation is graded. His lectures are in powerpoints and he gives a midterm/final study guide.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: THL335
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Kelly is really into what he's teaching. He makes it very clear and easy to understand, even if you disagree with what he's saying. You should read at least some of the texts he assigns so you have some background. If you pay attention and do the work on time, getting the 'A' isn't difficult.