Robert Barnum - Ferris State University

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Robert Barnum - Ferris State University

Professor: Robert Barnum

Department: Art Studio

College: Ferris State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: ART101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you love art then this class is for you. If you just need the culture credit take something else. The only positive with this class is there is no work outside of class time. The art kit is mandatory and over $100. He stutters non stop and it gets old & his phone constantly rings, and he wonders out from the class for long periods of time.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: ART130
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Barnum is a great teacher, he is helpful and really cares about your art and how youre doing in the class. If you skip you will fall behind and lose points. He is helpful during class and easy to email, he is willing to open the studio outside of normal class hours for you to have extra time to work.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: ART101
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I would take this class every semester until I graduate if that was practical.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: ARTS220
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Barnum has a great sense of humor and some pretty good lectures at the beginning of the year. There were 3 major projects due at the end of the semester. About 4 people in my class finished all three. Dont spend so long on the clay. He doesnt walk you through how to sculpt, you have to learn on your own. Its a relaxed atmoshphere. Would take again.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: ART101
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

From the start, Mr. Barnum was very unprofessional and condescending. He stated that every student sucks and isn't an artist in the first class, "just there to fulfill credit." The whole semester consisted of "warm-ups" and 2 projects that lacked concise grading criteria. His phone constantly rings in class and he rarely is in the classroom.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: ART101
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Since it's an art class, all of the grades are subjective, which makes it really difficult. If you put in a lot of effort and learn what he looks for, you should do pretty well. He does swear and make a lot of jokes, so if you are easily offended, this might not be the class for you.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: ARTS101
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Barnum is great. He's super funny, but if you're one of those people that are easily offended find someone else or another course to take. We gave each other crap all the time, he acts more like your friend not your teacher. I hate art but he's been my favorite professor so far, he understands that most of his students aren't art majors.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: ART101
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You will learn a lot in this class. Barnum is a funny guy who cares about your improvement and wants to help you succeed. He starts off as a difficult grader but eases up during the semester. There are 4 big projects and small drawings you turn in daily, so attendance is mandatory or your grade will suffer. I really enjoyed taking this class.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: ART101
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Walked into this class LOVING art and watercolor. Walked out never wanting to pick up a paintbrush ever again. Swears so much it's uncomfortable and awkward. I missed a few classes for doctors appointments and he took my midterm grade down 2 letters. He's rude and not afraid to call people out for ANYTHING.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: ART102
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

i compare his classes to therapy

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: ART101
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:

Great teacher! You will leave this class with a slightly different outlook! Would take again. Overall fun!

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: ART101
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:

A great teacher! Gets the student thinking in a fun fashion. Very enjoyable class. I'd definitely recommend taking him.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: ARTS101
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:

Seriously, he really is the best teacher at Ferris. He actually cares about his students and has real conversations with him. Even if you aren't the best at art, if you show up to class, you should get a good grade. Take Barnum! He's the best!

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: ART101
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:

Such a great teacher. Really funny and helps out as much as possible. Updates constantly about things on campus and his class is easy as long as you try your best.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: ART102
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:

BEST TEACHER AT FERRIS!!

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: ART120
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:

This class was so much fun! We learned how to cut steel and weld it, and grind it. He's really funny and gets to know his students to pick on them. He's and awesome teacher and will never disregard your needs for his class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: ART101
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:

*favorite Professors

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: ART101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I am fan of Professor Barnum! It's been my favorite class at Ferris and I would have to say he's one of my Professors here. He's very supportive of students' work and it's a laid back, relaxing class.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: ART101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

This is the BEST teacher I have ever had at Ferris State University. He is a VERY good looking man...I loved to go to class! He made art fun!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: ART101
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:

I took his classes (all of them)between 1993-95 he inspired me to move on to get my MFA, great teacher.

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