Madsen Minax - University of Vermont

Professor: Madsen Minax
Department: Studio Art
College: University of Vermont
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: ARTS148
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Madsen is very passionate about video art and this can come across as intense. I had no editing experience and struggled to figure out the software. The films we watched were interesting but informed me that video art isn't my favorite medium. Would definitely encourage people who like video to take this class though.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: ARTS148
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This class killed my interest in video art. Do not take if you do not already have high-level experience in editing.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: ARTS095
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I often think about this class since I've taken it (I took it F19 and am still thinking about it S21!). We watched really interesting documentaries and I felt like I was really able to explore my artistry through the projects in this class. Madsen is also really cool and an accomplished artist himself.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: ARTS095
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Im so thankful to have had Madsen as a professor. Its thanks to him that I discovered my love for experimental film. He instilled so much confidence in me while challenging me to always strive to improve my work. He also made class really enjoyable because hes very personable, funny, and has great taste. Dont take his class if youre a normie.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: ART1210
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Madsen is very passionate about teaching and cares for his students. I came out of the class with a better understanding of artmaking and contemporary art. He gives good feedback at critiques, but I found myself making art more conceptual and installation-y to please him rather than making art I enjoy. Also I didn't like the films he showed us
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: ARTS248
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
This class is terrible. The films he showed in class were bad, weird, and not informative about the craft of filmmaking. Madsen is not a good teacher. Honestly if you wanna learn what is taught in this class then go out and make a film with your friends.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: ARTS248
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Madsen is passionate about what he teaches. Unfortunately, grading 30% for a final GROUP project makes the class about relying on peers more than craft. other students note - I'd rather learn filmmaking on my own than have my gpa & scholarship suffer from arbitrary assignment. Also, the his wryness often comes across as plain disinterest.
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