Denise Fay Brown - University of Calgary

Professor: Denise Fay Brown
Department: Geography
College: University of Calgary
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: LAST
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Brown's lectures are exciting as she is a subject matter expert with Latin America. Her classes are not exceptionally easy nor would I want them to be as I was motivated to learn. Her enthusiasm caught on and one day I signed up for an exchange program to Mexico with UNAM. My life changed since that day and I would do it again in an instant.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: GEOG371
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Highly recommend getting to know her. Great professor and person in general.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: LAST211
  • 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:
Awesome teacher, super enthusiastic. Makes the material interesting and classes are not boring. Lot of readings, but once you get past the first one its not that bad at all, no exams, looks at your portfolio half way through the semester to let you know if your on the right track. Definitely helps if you have some interest in the subject.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: LAST311
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I really enjoyed her lectures. She is very passionate about her work and also very knowledgeable. Her life experiences add to this. I would recommend her course if you want to expand your knowledge on Latin America.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: LAST211
  • 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:
She is a good lecturer since she is very passionate about the region. However, I found this class to be very biased therefore the majority of the material focuses on Mexico when Latin America is not about Mexico. The assignments are very interesting, lot of work and reading, but she is an extremely hard marker!
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: LAST211
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Not the most exciting lecturer but a fairly easy course. Some of the textbook reading are super long and boring but the in class portion is very easy. No midterms or final, just a lot of assignments.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: LAST211
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Worst professor I have ever had. Vague, unhelpful and all around useless. She marks unrealistically hard but fails to provide useful guidelines or constructive criticism so every assignment, you're essentially shooting blind. Also far too hung up on her own travel stories. Do not take any of her LAST classes.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: LAST401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Terrible Prof.She loves people who accept her views but is quite Condescending to those who challange her. Marks reflect this -so be warned.I recommend avoiding her classes, unless you absolutely need to take it. Very unclear, disorganized, and does not like to answer emails. Definitely one of the worst instructors at the Uninversity of Calgary.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: LAST201
  • 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:
I thought that she would be a fun, easy teacher. Her lectures are interesting but none of this matters since her organization skills are HORRIBLE. She uses a weird WIKI thing that she doesn't even understand and makes it impossible to get the books you need. Also gives very little time for assignments. Very frustrating
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: GEOG371
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Pretty easy class, the project expectations are fairly high if you actually are a Geography major, particularly on the map portion. In class she reiterates the textbook so if you go to class don't bother with the book. One-on-one she is quite good especially if you have any previous courses pertaining to Latin America.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: GEOG371
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very disorganized in lecture. Online notes are not very clear either. Very abrasive one on one and is not interested in student ideas- likes to talk about her ideas instead. Good class as an option, but avoid one on one contact at all cost. Exams very straightforward.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: LAST500
  • 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:
Best prof I had my entire degree. Her higher level classes are challenging but you learn so much. If you take the time to actually get to know her and are interested in the subject, she will really help you along the way.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: LAST203
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I have no idea how she has a job at the U of C. Horrible, Horrible prof who should be avoided!
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: LAST203
  • 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:
Not the greatest, but she is certainly better than many other profs. She is very lively and enthusiastic about what she teaches. However, it seems clear that she does not appreciate being challenged by students. Lots of films viewed in her class too, which is a bonus.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: GEOG371
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Awsome Prof. She really knows her stuff, and can tell you pretty much anything about latin america. Her classes are entertaining (though some people might think crazy). Overall, I highly recommend.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: XXXXXX
  • 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:
Worst Prof at the U of C. Her grading depends on whether she likes you or not. Not approachable and does not emails, and if you ask for advice on assignments..she will say its good but will be receive a low grade
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: GEOG371
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
great prof! realy knowledgable about latin america.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: GEOG361
  • 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:
Clearly knows alot about human geog (more on the anthro/cultural side). Really nice, SUPER enthusiastic. Only criticism is that she was a bit all over the place at times.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: GEOG361
  • 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:
Good prof, sometimes a bit disorganised, but definately knows her stuff.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: GEOG361
  • 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:
I enjoyed her teaching. It was an interesting class.
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