Mckay Jenkins - University of Delaware

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Mckay Jenkins - University of Delaware

Professor: Mckay Jenkins

Department: English

College: University of Delaware

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Jenkins is one of the best professors I've had at UD and I'm not even an English Major. He really cares about his students and wants us to succeed in the world outside of class. If you have any chance to take any of his classes I highly recommend that you do because you will learn new perspectives of the world around you.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: ENGL267
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

The most wholesome professor at UD. I took environmental lit with him while he was in the middle of dealing with 2 parental deaths himself - and yet he only cared about how the class felt. Truly a great, knowledgable, and caring professor. Take him if you have the chance.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Easily one of the best professors I have ever had. He is super engaging and extremely interested in what he is teaching. You have to show up every day and there is a 2 page journal entry due every week but it's almost impossible to fail if you try.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: ENG309
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Jenkins is loved by many, and for good reason. I recommend this class to anyone interested in journalism- the peer editing really helps your writing and he gives constructive feedback. Lectures can get off topic, but are still engaging. You have read before class, but his book and the New Yorker were enjoyable. Worth the effort -highly recommend!

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

McKay is one of the best professors I have had at UD - his lectures are loosely structured, but are really engaging and fun to participate in. He's also a pretty flexible grader.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Jenkins has been one of my favorite professors at UD. If you don't go to class and don't read don't take his class. If you plan on doing the work you'll love him. Hilarious guy, really passionate about his job. Rarely gives anything over an A- on papers though.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

McKay is easily one of the most inspiring professors I've had at UD. He knows what he's talking about and makes sure you do too. You leave the class wanting to know more about the info discussed that day. Changed my view of the world, seriously. He's a hilarious guy who seriously cares. Read the readings and come to class.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: ENGL307
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Really good professor. I enjoyed his class a lot. Made me care about pursuing journalism a bit more than before I took his class.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: ENG307
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He already has really solid reviews but I have to pitch in too. McKay is probably top 3 best professors at UD. Super chill guy, knows his stuff, funny, but most importantly he truly wants the best for his students. I noticed every person's writing in my class got better and we were only in there for 4 weeks (winter session). You won't regret it.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: ENGL309
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you are an aspiring journalist, you MUST take Jenkins at least once during your four years at UD. He is a tough grader however he is fair and explains what he is looking for clearly. For 309, four papers (two features, an op-ed, and a personal essay) and a 20% participation/quizzes (very rarely) compile your grade. He's GREAT .

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: ENGL203
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

My favorite professor I've ever had at UD. You need to do the readings for his class, but they are all very interesting. His lectures in class are more of life lessons or current events than hashing over text material. There's the rare "pop" quiz on the schedule, but most of his grades come from writing assignments which he grades very fairly.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: ENGL309
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

A really solid professor. If you take this class and don't come out a better writer at the end, then that's on you because McKay will give you the building blocks you need to use in your journalism career. Great feedback but can be a tough grader. Get ready for quizzes.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: ENG307
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dude's a tough grader but I've never held more respect for a professor. Yeah, the grades are important and there but he really stresses just working towards us being better, aware citizens. Reading the news every day has really opened my eyes and he definitely knows what he's talking about. Would recommend 100% for journalism interest students.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: ENGL307
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's awesome and passionate. Though he was a tough grader ) he's taught me so much about news writing and editing. He's witty, very liberal and goes over people's drafts in front of the class to teach how the writing could be improved. I loved him and wish I could have more professors as dedicated as him. Even takes us on optional class trips

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mckay is honestly one of the best professors I've had at UD- a very down to earth guy who is obviously very passionate about the environment. class was always interesting and he's actually a pretty funny guy.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

McKay is a great teacher who loves to inspire and help his students. He likes to get to know his students, so participate in class. Reading is critical, as he expects to see references to the chapters in essays. Books were easy to read and the assignments don't take a lot of effort. I loved this class! I would highly recommend any of his classes.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

My favorite professor ever.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

SUCH AN AWESOME GUY!! Lectures were great, I looked forward to attending each class. Grades revolve around weekly journals in White Clay which sound like a drag but you'll look forward to writing them. He pushes you as a writer on a personal level and will make you rethink your personal morals and beliefs regarding the environment. Amazing course.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: ENGL230
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:

By far one of the best professors at this school. He's extremely passionate about the environment, and it will definitely rub off on you. There were no exams and only two quizzes. The majority of your grade is going to White Clay Creek and submitting a 2 page paper every week on that and some readings. TAKE THIS CLASS!

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: UNIV490
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:

Best class and professor I've had at UD. If you have the opportunity to take a class with him, do it.

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