Hoyt Purvis - University of Arkansas

Professor: Hoyt Purvis
Department: Journalism
College: University of Arkansas
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
The lectures are hard to get through, the material can be boring sometimes and Prof. Purvis has a pretty monotone voice. However, you have to take notes on the Powerpoint because he doesn't post it online. His tests require you to memorize the material, they are word-for-word from the lecture. Do the choice assignments and prepare for tests.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Purvis is an excellent professor, though his lectures get dry sometimes. He does not use blackboard, so waiting for grades can get a bit nerve-wracking. He does not specify what his grading criteria are when it comes to assignments. He does take attendance into account calculating overall grade, so don't skip! Dont buy textbook; you wont use it
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Mr. Purvis' classes were super boring, but he also teaches you a lot of cool facts! His tests aren't multiple choice so you have to study. Attendance is taken everyday and he makes it a little unclear that it counts for 100 points out of your grade so factor that in! He doesn't use blackboard either so it kind of leaves you anxious.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Love Mr Purvis! He has the best stories, and makes class very interesting as long as you pay attention. Don't buy the book--I barely used it. Test material comes straight from slides and class lecture.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Prof Purvis is a really neat guy. He has some really awesome stories, and he's funny in a subtle way - but his lectures can be boring. As long as you do every assignment WELL (don't just blow if off) you should be fine. And you do have to study, but he tells you exactly what will be on the test. Con: he doesn't use BlackBoard which is annoying.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
DO THE CHOICE ASSIGNMENTS 40% of WHOLE GRADE. Lectures cover EXACTLY what is on exam. DO NOT MISS THE REVIEW DAYS. He basically gives you every exam answer. SO BORING but he adds some subtle humor. Nice guy overall but he DOES NOT USE BLACKBOARD! So you have to keep up with your own grade. RARELY responds to your emails so GO TO CLASS to pass!
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
DO THE CHOICE ASSIGNMENTS 40% of WHOLE GRADE. Lectures cover EXACTLY what is on exam. DO NOT MISS THE REVIEW DAYS. He basically gives you every exam answer. SO BORING but he adds some subtle humor. Nice guy overall but he DOES NOT USE BLACKBOARD! So you have to keep up with your own grade. RARELY responds to your emails so GO TO CLASS to pass.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
His lectures are really boring but he is an interesting guy for sure! You only have four assignments, a quiz, a midterm, and the final. He takes attendance every class so make sure you go. His tests are mainly all fill in the blank and short answer. So make sure to take good notes because you'll need them to study.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Make sure you go to class and do ALL of the homework assignments, no matter how dumb they seem because they're worth 40% of your grade. 4 assignments only.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I LOVED Hoyt's class. It is one of the easiest I have ever taken, but also the most interesting!! He is so knowledgeable and has great stories to tell. Just actually pay attention, even when it gets a little dry. He's vague about how much attendance counts, but if you don't show up to class, I think he definitely deducts points at the end.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1207
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
A great, fun teacher
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Hoyt Purvis is the most uninteresting interesting man in the world. It is hard to stay focused sometimes, but he has a lot of knowledge to share and wandering for a single minute means you miss out on a great story. The class is really easy and doesn't have a lot of work for it either.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Mr. Purvis is a really nice guy and he will try to help you succeed. He doesn't use Blackboard so make sure you take notes because you won't be able to see the PowerPoints again once class is over. If you make an effort this class is an easy class.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • 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:
Professor Purvis is a very intelligent and knows the industry very well. He is very helpful and does take attendance. Take all the notes, go to class and you will make an A! (i think this class is very entertaining as well).
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: IREL2813
  • 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:
He's knowledgable but extremely monotone. you will not like this class if you enjoy a relatively fast, even-paced class that stays on topic. Typical class will have many tangents about his life and experience (which can be interesting but totally irrelevant). doesnt register course on BB. go to class, take notes, that's what'll be on the test.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1023
  • 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:
Purvis is amazing, if a bit dry. One of the funniest professors you'll ever have, if you're smart enough to get his humor and references. Go to class, take the notes, write the papers, this class is that simple.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: IREL2813
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Professor purvis is absolutely adorable. His lectures may make you a little sleepy at times, but he is very knowledgable. His experience and wisdom definitely shows in his lectures as he uses many stories as support. The work load for this class is very manageable and the test are not hard. A lot of vocab, so use flashcards to study.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR001
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
The lectures are extremely dry, his voice is monotone and it practically puts you to sleep. Don't worry though just find someone who already took the class and get their notes! It will help a lot because he doesn't really do reviews. Its a required class for Journalism majors so just suck it up you'll get through it.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: JOUR1033
  • 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:
Purvis is very interesting. His lectures can be somewhat dry, but only because of the material covered. He has had an amazing life and will tell you stories as the class goes on. He is a great guy, and is a rite of passage for Journalism at the UofA
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: IREL2813
  • 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:
My roommate tried to talk me out of taking Hoyt. I thought that "He's the most boring person I have ever met, period" was a bit of an exaggeration. Well, the class was easy. The A is virtually guaranteed if you put forth minimal effort. But my roommate was not mistaken in the slightest.
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