Pat Shellenbarger - Grand Valley State University

Professor: Pat Shellenbarger
Department: Communication
College: Grand Valley State University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: COM205
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I don't think the ease of a class should reflect poorly on a professor's score. Pat's classes were not unduly difficult, but you could not simply show up and get by. I learn very applicable journalism skills from him when I was at GVSU, and I was always impressed with his writing.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: CJR364
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
His comments were very relevant and I thought this class made me a stronger writer
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: CJR454
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I learned more about writing in this class than any other. His experience is his strength. As a teacher he can be a little repetitive and classes can get sleepy. However, he is a first class writer and I'm keeping my notes!
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: CJR256
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very boring class. Required attendence with little material given in class. Hard grader. I would avoid him if you can.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: CJR256
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very unclear, he grades hard, but if you ask a question about a poor grade your grade could go up two letter grades, i went from a 60 to a 75 on my midterm and a C- to and A- on a large paper. He doesn't really teach you much and expects perfect APA style, yet never goes over APA. Also, he talks about working at the grand rapids press every class.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: CJR1
  • 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:
Pat brings a wealth of experience, which is sadly lacking in most journalism professors, who haven't set foot in a newsroom in years. I appreciated his practical advice and willingness to explain.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: JRN101
  • 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:
No Comments
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: JR454
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Without a doubt the most boring class I've taken at GV. He always kept us for 3 hours. Everything he said was a repeat of 256/270. It's pretty easy, just write a story every week, but if someone else teaches this class look into it.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: CJR454
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
so sure his way of doing things is right that he rips apart all other stories--leaves little room for student to decide how to write the story. not approachable and unclear about grading
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: CJR
  • 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:
He just isn't very clear about things- He tries to be helpful, but communicating to a class doesn't seem to work out well.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: CJR454
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Pat is amazing. His stories and experience are an inspiration for reporters and future journalists. He's always willing to help and offer advice. His real-world experience makes him an asset to GVSU's journalism department.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: CJR364
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This is at least the third time I've had a professional teach a class, and I still have to say that professors are best for teaching and professionals are good for guest speakers. He leaves really no room for reporting style. He's also very petty with his comments.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: CJR481
  • Grade Received: P
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He is a fabulous professor--you will learn much from him
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: CJR481
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
One of the best professors I've ever had.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: CJR481
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Pat is a Great Teacher. He is Full of experience and is ALWAYS willing to help.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: CJR481
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Tough teacher but a fount of information, clearly loves his job.
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