Stuart Rugg - Occidental College

Professor: Stuart Rugg
Department: Science
College: Occidental College
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: KINE300
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Rugg is really enthusiastic about kinesiology, and he's always excited to be teaching. He covered a lot of material and it wasn't always well-organized, but the tests and homework assignments were open note (online semester). He's always open to answering questions after class and is also helpful during office hours.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: KINE300
  • Grade Received: B-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Rugg was amazing. He makes sure that each student is prepared for his exams. He honestly wants everyone to do great. He is great in office hours. He gives tips on what to study specifically and answers all questions. His energy is always positive and you can tell he loves what he teaches.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: KINES301
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Very enthusiastic, and incredibly knowledgeable on anatomy, biomechanics, and the history of world sport. Loves to say the same stories over and again, but it doesn't matter because he always says them with a smile. Very easy to study for his tests, because he's absolutely crystal clear on what he expects from you. Hi from Australia!
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: KINE300
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Stuart lied about my performance. He said I was not failing his class because he was going to curve. Few weeks later, he said I was failing his class and he apologized for lying. How can someone that nice and highly respected do something like that? Should never expect anything like that if we are paying a lot to go to Oxy.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: KINE300
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Material is difficult. Very limited opportunities to help grade. Failure in one exam meant failure in the class. He graded on a straight percentage. He promised that he would curve on a test because at least 15 students scored below the class average. He never did. Some of the questions did not reflect what was discussed in class.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: KINES300
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Material is difficult. Very limited opportunities to help grade. Professor claimed highest grade he ever gave was an A-. He does not believe in class curve. He feels students should compete against themselves.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: KINE104
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Love Rugg! His tests are actually really hard, but he is the nicest guy I've ever met in my life. He always says 'HI!' to everyone he passes. He may not learn your name but that's because so many people sign up to take his class (like 50!). If you don't take a class with him during your time at Oxy you're seriously missing out
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: KINE201
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Simply the best. No question. His classes are tough - most definitely - but it's all worth it, and Stuart will sit with you for as long as it takes and explain things in as many ways as possible to make sure you understand - he's really patient about it too!One of the most rewarding classes I've ever taken. Plus, he's HILARIOUS and really friendly!
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: KINE104
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Stuart Rugg is the best professor at Occidental. He is a genuine, enthusiastic, and positive guy who loves what he teaches. He is HILARIOUS in class and teaches in such an interesting and engaging way! He really holds you to the material, but after taking the class you will retain everything after studying so much! You MUST take a Stuart class here
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: KINE302
  • 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:
A lot of people seem fooled by his very fake exterior. When it comes down to it, I question how genuine he really is. He is entertaining in class but I don't know how much he cares about the individual student. He kind of creeps me out.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: INTROKINE
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
GREAT professor..one of my favorite ever at Occidental. Makes Kinesiology riveting and fascinating, especially with his enthusiasm and awesome sound-effects :) Rugg is just a great guy and an excellent professor.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: KINES302
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Absolutely amazing teacher! I could care less about Kinesiology, and took the class for a lab science. Rugg makes it so worth it though! Tough though- not for the weak of heart.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: KINES300
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Perfect. His enthusiasm is contagious and he's the most helpful professor I have ever had. It's hard work but worth every second.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: KINE300
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Everything you've heard about how great Stuart is--it's true. Amazing lectures, totally engrossing, super helpful in lab, cares very much about his students' success. Never fails to wake me up and make me laugh at 9:30 in the morning. The material is tough, but he delivers it better than anyone else.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: KINES300
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
the best EVER EVER, you MUST take a class before graduating with him or else you life is not complete!
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: ANATOMY
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
he's extremely enthusiastic and makes the class a lot fun. the lectures are really interesting. I'm glad that i took this class.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: ANATOMY
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
No Comments
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: KINES
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
excellent prof... explains topics in a clear consise manner.. keeps students on their toes and awake at 8:30 am... you have to take a class with him..
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: KINES
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
although i basically failed this class, i still loved every minute of it. better than going to a movie. sort of.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: INTROTOKINES
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
How can you not love Stuart Rugg? He is extremely energetic about the material he teaches and it's hard to beat having an anatomy chart come to life as he shows you a perfect example of the quadriceps muscle, among other things...
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