Rodger Streitmatter - American University

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Rodger Streitmatter - American University

Professor: Rodger Streitmatter

Department: Communication

College: American University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: COMM324
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Streitmatter is a really nice guy. The textbook used was his own but it's clearly written for students, so it's engaging and includes modern examples. Essentially every class was just discussing the readings due, so it's fairly easy. Three tests, two papers, and one discussion leader assignment. He has a no technology policy in class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: COMM200
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Streitmatter is truly American's best professor-- at least in SOC. It's like having Joel Grey as your teacher. He's so energetic and clearly loves what he teaches. His classes fill up pretty quickly and are usually small so try and get in if you have the chance. You really won't regret it. He can be a harsh grader, but he's incredibly consistent.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: COMM200
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Streitmatter is the BEST!! If you're taking COMM-200, definitely take it with him. He's caring, hilarious, relaxed, and an all around great professor. I would love to take another class with him in the future!

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: COMM324
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of my favorite professors at AU. You can learn a lot if you take this class even semi-seriously. Professor Streitmatter is sweet and understanding when you have to miss class. He's really down to earth and has written like 9 books about race and gender. His exams are very specific and you have to read if you want to be in the "B" to "A" range.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: COMM200
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

AMAZING PROFESSOR!!! Take him if he teaches a section of the class you need for credit. Always has lively lectures and barely gives homework. Very approachable and understanding.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: COM200
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I love this professor. He is so kind, brilliant, organized, and keeps the class interesting. I could not criticize him if I tried. I immediately sign up for his classes.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: COMM324
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The class is very mediocre. We only talk about platonic subjects, because professor is weary of hurting anyone's feelings. While this is thoughtful, in a class where we discuss race, gender and sexuality, multiple perspectives allow us to learn and grow from one-another. I feel like I didn't learn anything in this class, and just memorized theses.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: COMM396
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Super super super nice guy. He is sweet, makes little corny jokes here and there, and is understanding. The class was really interesting and one of my favorites to go to this semester.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: COMM396
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Streitmatter is a really fantastic professor. I had him twice, and he did not disappoint. He is knowledgeable, funny, down-to-earth and helpful. It's tempting to skip the reading, because his classes are discussion-based, but you do need to read for the exams. That being said, the exams are not really difficult if you do the work.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: COMM270H
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Take him! He was one of the best professors I have had in AU, plus class discussions were always interesting.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: COMM320
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:

Professor Streitmatter is a joy to have in class. He's a wonderful professor. Reporting wasn't difficult at all. The class was structured in a way that caused us to learn by doing. What better way to learn it. He was there to help along the way.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: COMM100H
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:

Fantastic. The book, and most readings, are written by him and they're actually interesting. The discussions are inquisitive. He is really big on presentation in your paper, but spends so much time giving great feedback which is really nice. Four major grades, so its easy to screw up. But amazing class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: COMM320
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Prof. Streitmatter is a WONDERFUL professor. Former newspaper editor, knows what he is doing. He may come off as unclear on assignments, but he says himself that that's reporting. He helps you develop a sense for story ideas, writing to few guidelines. That's journalism. Take him if you have the choice over another.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: COMM100H
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Nice guy, but he didn't teach me anything and the class was essentially useless. Class time is wasted discussing mediocre articles and books that don't pertain to the subject matter. He also abides by a rigid (and arbitrary) essay format and grades your writing harshly, despite never giving us any writing instruction. Avoid this professor, for sure

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: COMM100
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:

He was by far my favorite professor this semester. We learned so much about media, including South Park! He was so interesting and he's adorable. Even as an honors class it was very clear, but still challenging. I would absolutely take another class with him.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: HNRS300
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:

His HNRS colloquium was very easy and straight forward. Streitmatter is so funny. Also, make sure you read, because it's easy to avoid reading because there are only class discussions. But you need it for the exam. He'll sometimes ask obscure things, but you'll remember it if you read even just once.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: COMM100
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:

I love this professor. Although the class can get old because each one we spend discussing articles. However, it was very interesting and his books are really easy to understand and informative

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: COMMSECT
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:

Streitmatter is one of the best professors in SOC, hands down. He's really knowledgable about communications and has a great personality. He's really interested in what the students have to say and takes your thoughts into consideration. Always there to help. Very understanding. Wonderful man! And he's ADORABLE!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: COMMUNICATION
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:

Great professor, but make sure you do the work. Sometimes, it seems like he takes it personally if you don't, and he really wants you to take something away from class. So give the guy a break and do the reading, man!

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: HOWTHENEWS
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:

Streitmatter was one of my favorite professors at AU. He was not only entertaining in class, but became a friend during my time there. He was a great guide and a wonderful mentor. Don't miss out on a chance for his humor!

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