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","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/329028","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:20.207133+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjQyMDQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:329028","instructor_name":"Alan Carroll","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2014-05-13 23:54:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Alan is hip and happening keeping things in geosci 100 always interesting as long as he avoids the subject of geology.  Seems like a chill bro, but let's face it who cares about rocks? Not me, not you, not anyone ever. Except Alan, but not really cause even he realizes that geology is drier than porous rocks. He's a laugh but geology is for nerds.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/329028","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:20.207133+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMTYwMTkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:329028","instructor_name":"Alan Carroll","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2014-05-04 15:03:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not too hard if you study. He's actually hilarious if you're paying attention. I consistently laugh in class. The tests aren't too hard, and he is pretty lenient about disputing test answers if you talk to him -- I got my first exam grade changed b/c of question wording/ambiguity. Not really sure why we have discussion, but not too bad of a class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/329028","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:20.207133+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyOTAyMTY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:329028","instructor_name":"Alan Carroll","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2014-03-11 15:03:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sarcastic and makes funny references for students which makes his dry lectures somewhat amusing. However, not a clear professor--goes on tangents and mumbles a lot. What bothers me most are his explanations. He literally explains EVERYTHING on his chalkboard though pictures that make absolutely no sense. Difficult for a \"rocks for jocks\" course...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/329028","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:42.529792+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NDE4NDAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2688258","instructor_name":"Andrea Dutton","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2024-05-09 14:52:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Seemed nice. Only flaws in the class seemed to be because of the other professor. Lectures could be hard to follow at times, but may have just been the subject matter not being something I particularly care for.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2688258","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:42.529792+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDc0NzY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2688258","instructor_name":"Andrea Dutton","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-04-13 23:49:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved her class. Her lectures are really interesting and made me genuinely want to pursue geology as a second major. Workload is super manageable, with no exams or writing assignments, and it's not hard to do well. Definitely a low stress class. Plus, she's really accessible and down to earth. Couldn't recommend more!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2688258","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:42.529792+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzQyOTg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2688258","instructor_name":"Andrea Dutton","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-01-12 18:47:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very nice, accommodated me while I was having a hard time. Quiz and homework assignments every week along with a lab assignment. There were also assignments to reflect on every lecture that week.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2688258","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:42.529792+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjA4NjYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2688258","instructor_name":"Andrea Dutton","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-12-20 19:10:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really enjoyed having her as my professor. I highly respect her and find her interesting to listen to. She is a queen and I would 10/10 recommend her class as an interesting and easy science credit.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2688258","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:42.529792+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTc5NTA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2688258","instructor_name":"Andrea Dutton","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-12-17 21:28:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was great honestly. Everything on the weekly quizzes were covered in lectures. There were very few times I left the lecture confused. Great class and great professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2688258","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:06.913912+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDQ1ODYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2652789","instructor_name":"Benjamin Linzmeier","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2020-12-12 18:14:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Linzmeier isn't the best lecturer but his class itself is very easy and the assignments are oriented so they help you learn. There is also no final and he is very understanding in offering extensions or makeups.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2652789","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:48:48.515576+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTk1MzI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2446144","instructor_name":"Chloe Bonamici","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2025-12-12 02:32:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is such an easy gen ed. You should definitely take this class for your physical science credit. There are no exams, and attendance is mandatory except for the labs once a week, which are easy, and the TAs help you out. The professor has excellent lectures; they are entertaining even if you're not into geology. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2446144","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:48:48.515576+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDM0MjE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2446144","instructor_name":"Chloe Bonamici","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2024-12-25 03:31:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nice professor, good lectures, but she curved the class in the wrong direction at the end. My A became an AB. I mean I understand due to alot of high scores, but surely they know this is a gen ed course in which people are looking for an A. Advice: Get all the points you can in case this event happens, put some effort in just incase.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2446144","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:48:48.515576+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzY0NDM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2446144","instructor_name":"Chloe Bonamici","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2024-12-18 17:12:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were not only boring but didn't support growth. We ran through slideshows for a hour every lecture with horrible material. Class is graded very easily, but I can honestly say I learned nothing. My TA was genuinely the worst TA I've had yet at UW. Frankly, an entire waste of my time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2446144","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:48:48.515576+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzMxNzEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2446144","instructor_name":"Chloe Bonamici","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2023-01-13 21:20:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved this class!! I learned a lot over the semester and it wasn't too hard at all. Chloe was really engaging and funny and I would def take another class of hers in the future. Most of the grade was weekly online quizzes that were easy if you paid attention in the lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2446144","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:48:48.515576+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTM5NDYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2446144","instructor_name":"Chloe Bonamici","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-12-15 18:41:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Bonamici is passionate about GeoSci, which helps in enjoyment of the class. For a 100-level class, it's an easy science credit to take. No exams, just pre-class questions, weekly quizzes, and participation points. Labs are most the taxing thing you'll do in the course, bc they build upon lecture/textbook material. Definitely take this class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2446144","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:48:48.515576+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTcyMjg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2446144","instructor_name":"Chloe Bonamici","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-12-05 18:29:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor B is an overall nice professor. She is passionate about the subject and makes the content easy to understand in lectures. Geosci 100 has no exams. Your grade is based on weekly quizzes and labs. But she tends to make the weekly quizzes unnecessarily tricky so if you pay attention and take notes in lecture, you'll probably be fine. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2446144","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:48:48.515576+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMzA2Mjk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2446144","instructor_name":"Chloe Bonamici","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2019-10-22 13:50:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Geosci 100 is a pretty easy class to begin with, and her lectures were very well organized. They followed the structure of the textbook pretty well, so if you took notes before hand, you only needed to fill in a few extra notes. No exams, just online quizzes and 'labs' during discussion. The lecture I took had 2 profs, the other one wasn't as good.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2446144","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:07.854238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MzY1MDA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:704988","instructor_name":"Harold Tobin","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2017-05-22 22:59:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Tobin is clearly very passionate about Geology. He tries his hardest to make lectures about rocks interesting and usually succeeds. The midterms were okay, not too hard but not easy. The labs are tedious and hard to finish in the class time. Overall pretty easy course if you keep up with the labs and study for the exams. Overall grade curved","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/704988","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:07.854238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3OTQ3OTIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:704988","instructor_name":"Harold Tobin","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2017-03-26 01:28:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Tobin tries to make this super boring topic seem interesting to people who are just taking the course to satisfy science credit. He comes every day more enthusiastic than the last and is passionate about what he's teaching. Participation is important and the labs can be hard, but you can always use your friends for help.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/704988","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:07.854238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzE3NjY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:704988","instructor_name":"Harold Tobin","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2017-01-11 19:18:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Material can get boring at times, but he tries to keep it interesting. Lots of cool pictures and videos during lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/704988","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:58.260183+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDgyMDU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:91098","instructor_name":"John Valley","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2015-11-24 12:44:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Valley is an amazing lecturer. Teaches the material at a happy medium pace, slow enough that you can take comprehensive notes, but fast enough that you stay interested. Has loads of interesting stories to tell that are usually relevant to the topic at hand. Really nice guy. Definitely a professor I'd recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/91098","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:19.370761+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwOTYyMTU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1276385","instructor_name":"Kurt Feigl","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2018-12-11 11:26:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty boring class, and tests were a bit difficult, but other than that its pretty easy. Both professors were fine, kinda boring, but lectures aren't that important if you read the textbook. p.s. you can do the tophats from home!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1276385","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:19.370761+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MzI3NTc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1276385","instructor_name":"Kurt Feigl","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2017-12-23 23:13:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Most boring professor. Lectures are so long and are filled with random pictures! Only went to answer tophat questions and gave up on taking notes in class cause there was so much useless info on the slides. Tophat Qs are hard and had to look almost 95% of the question up and he gave almost no time to answer them. Used textbook once and test  HARD!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1276385","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:19.370761+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MDI2ODQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1276385","instructor_name":"Kurt Feigl","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2017-12-03 20:25:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"kurt is a very intelligent professor in the topic of geology, but it almost seems as if he knows the topic to well and over simplifies complex topics into one slide. he asks some absurd top hat questions that are for a decent amount of the grade. the lectures go so fast and are so hard to take notes on that the lectures arent worth going to.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1276385","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:19.370761+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDM2Mjkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1276385","instructor_name":"Kurt Feigl","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2014-12-11 14:24:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Painfully awkward lecturer. Will often go off on uneducated political tangents. Learned absolutely nothing from him. If it wasn't for the clicker questions I would've never gone and gotten the same grade. Also includes unrelated questions on midterm","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1276385","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:19.370761+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjAxNzU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1276385","instructor_name":"Kurt Feigl","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2013-12-18 13:39:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Making my first review on ratemyprofessor because of how BAD Feigl is. Presentation skills of an 5th grader. Rarely covers the readings. Clicker and test questions are poorly worded. You have to basically read the whole book to learn anything. Feigl also enjoys to share his liberal views daily.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1276385","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:19.370761+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTI2MTA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1276385","instructor_name":"Kurt Feigl","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2013-12-12 14:58:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"\"It is unsustainable to have more than two kids.\"  This is the kind of crap that Feigl teaches.  His powerpoint presentations are purely pictures and don't relate to the information he teaches.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1276385","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:19.370761+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzUwODYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1276385","instructor_name":"Kurt Feigl","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2013-11-19 22:09:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was unnecessarily hard. Professor Feigl was a terrible lecturer who went WAY too fast (1 slide every 10-30 seconds) and the clicker questions often require knowledge of which he has not taught. The course itself is very reading extensive (up to 90 pages per week). Also, the labs are graded much too harshly. DO NOT TAKE THIS AS A FILLER!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1276385","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDk5NTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2026-05-12 01:30:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"I've never had a professor who loves his job more. Professor Meyers is interesting to listen to, has cool lectures, and turns a gen-ed credit (for most) into something fun. Definitely take this class if you need a science credit, you'll really enjoy your time with professor Meyers!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDgzMTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2026-05-10 02:13:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm not into science I found this class very manageable. You can use your notes on the final and he even gives \"free exam questions\" throughout the year (make sure to write those down). There are some Canvas quizzes that you have ~1.5 days to complete, and those are also open-note. Would recommend if you're looking for an easy science course!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDQ0NTE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2026-05-06 14:34:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Meyers LOVE his work and is very passionate about the subject. Good intro course and easy for non-stem majors. Gives lots of free exam questions during class for the online quizzes and final. Labs were pretty easy too. As long as you show up to lecture and take good notes you'll do great.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDExNTEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2026-05-03 21:07:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Stephen Meyers I one of the best professors I've had so far at UW-Madison. He makes a geology course actually incredibly entertaining and is an overall really funny guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxODY1MjA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2025-11-14 02:14:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Stephen Meyers is probably the best professor you will ever have. He does an amazing job at teaching and the assignments are very reasonable. You're allowed to use notes on the quizzes and the final exam, and he will even give you free exam questions and answers during his lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjgzMjcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2025-05-14 19:44:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Meyers is incredibly passionate and makes his classes easily accessible for every type of student. He uses a variety of formats to keep students engaged, and he ensures there are plenty of opportunities for students to improve their grades. This class is a great option for students looking to take a fun and easy science course.\n","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTMyNzU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2025-05-02 14:22:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Cannot recommend Prof. Meyers enough. He obviously loves geology and wants everybody to succeed. As a non-STEM major, he made all of the topics easy to understand and pretty interesting. We had opportunities to get creative in our discussions. Best part of the class: you get a pet rock to keep! Loved this class and you will too. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTI5NDYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2025-05-02 02:45:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Meyers cares a lot about his students & content. He gives out \"free exam questions\" during lectures, and you can use your notes on quizzes & the final exam. Discussions/labs are easy but required, and there are small online participation assignments throughout the class. Highly recommend this class for non-science students who need a credit!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NDQ5MTE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2023-11-28 05:58:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"You will not find a teacher who cares more about his students and geoscience at this school. This class was so fun and a great physical science credit and he always wanted his students to succeed. Take this class for a fun time and for the great music he plays. Go geobadgers!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3OTIyNzQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2023-05-15 00:34:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Meyers is super passionate and easy going. His lectures are interesting and easy to follow, but they aren't mandatory. The labs are pretty easy but they do take attendance and make up about 30% of your grade. There is a final but it's very easy because you can use your notes. One of my favorite classes I've taken.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODYyNTcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2023-05-08 21:57:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Probably the easiest course I've taken at UW, but in a good way. You can get an A if you skip lectures and just turn in the assignments, but his lectures are fun and interactive for those interested in going. He's very kind and conveys information clearly. He also does a good job of making the course low stakes yet interesting. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NTI1MjM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2023-03-21 20:14:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"It's called 'rocks for jocks' for a reason. Didn't ever go to lecture and still and easy A. Absolutely go to labs, they are for a grade but also pretty chill and fun. Can't say I learned too much, but that's not why I took the class. Meyers is clearly passionate and loves what he does, but sometimes lectures a bit dry. Overall would recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzU1NjEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2023-01-19 16:08:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Fantastic lecturer who is passionate about his field. Great intro course and has no doubt recruited many future geologists.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NDA4NTI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-05-26 04:28:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Stephen is so passionate about the topic and it shows in his lectures. Great professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MjU4NTg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-05-05 23:35:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would recommend this class to absolutely anyone. I'm not typically interested in science, but Professor Meyers made every lecture interesting and enjoyable. I especially loved his lectures on climate change. Students are allowed to miss 8 lectures - or more if you have a valid reason (sickness, etc). My favorite class I've taken at UW.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MjQ3MzQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-05-05 02:05:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor, very easy class, that is also interesting often. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTI4NTM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-04-22 05:00:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Stephen Meyers is hands down the BEST professor I have had at UW-Madison. He is an absolute gem, very funny, and loves his subject. He cares for his students and asks for feedbacks after every lecture. Quizzes are very easy if you follow lectures, and Prof. Meyers gives out free quiz questions, so don't worry. The band days are the BEST! :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTA1NTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-04-19 20:18:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very passionate","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDE4NDMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-04-04 20:01:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"go to the band day","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1ODAxNjMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2022-01-27 00:22:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took this class my freshman year and it was amazing! He really cares about students and made this class so much fun. His enthusiasm for the topic and way of teaching helped me narrow down my major and I'll always remember this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjYzODEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-04-30 00:44:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is an extremely easy A. The exam questions and answers are in the lectures. Plus, the lectures are actually rather interesting to watch. The work is not very difficult and can easily be finished within the length of a discussion section.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjIxNjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-04-26 02:04:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very easy A class. If you watched the lectures you received all of the quiz answers, there were no exams or essays. In your lab section, you can complete all of the work within 50 minutes if you work hard. Would highly recommend if you need a science credit.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjAyNTQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-04-22 19:09:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very easy. Pay attention and you will do well. Values student feedback highly.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTkxMzgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-04-21 17:42:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"I honestly loved geosci 100. I didnt really expect to love it this much. Let me tell you this professor was prepared for Covid because they had pre-recorded lectures at the lecture halls from 2018 -2019. The TAs are very helpful. they really enjoy what they are learning and teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTgyOTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-04-20 17:53:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great online lectures, I'm sure it would be a lot more fun in person","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTgyODY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-04-20 17:42:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"This is not a subject I'm interested in, but Dr Meyers made this very enjoyable. He made the content understandable for someone with no geology background. Super easy, not too much busy work. Would totally recommend the class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NDM5NDU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2021-03-15 19:06:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took this class during COVID, but Prof Meyers had recorded lectures from past years and would stitch them together for our online lectures. Super nice and lectures were helpful for quizzes. There was no final exam and he gave us a "Spring Break" with no labs/quiz because Madison didn't give us any days off.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMjg0MTc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2020-05-13 15:40:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was intriguing and very easy to pass, as long as you pay attention and take good notes. His lectures tend to be very messy even though he gives out an "agenda" for each chapter. By the end of the semester I got very bored, so if you aren't interested in the Earth, rocks, and climate change this may not be the class for you.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMjE2ODc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2020-05-06 06:44:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"I absolutely loved Professor Meyers class! You could tell he truly cared about his students. Even with a 400+ person lecture, he would have every student turn in slips of paper with what they understood from the lecture and what they didn't which was so helpful! Also everything was open note- he wanted you to focus on actually learning the material","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTM5ODg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2020-04-27 19:44:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is great, super fun and makes every lecture interesting. Would recommend everyone to take his class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTEwNDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2020-04-23 03:11:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Meyers is the absolute best. This man puts SO much effort into his lectures and really cares about his students. I definitely would recommend this class to non-science majors looking to fill a prerequisite because he was such a great teacher that it actually made me care about this subject! No midterm, online quizzes, open note final :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMjg1OTgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2019-10-15 06:15:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Stephen is bar none one of the best professors on campus. He's the kindest soul, giving interactive and passionate lectures that make you smile at the audience participation bits. While it may be 'rocks for jocks', you still learn a good amount. Content is simple and straightforward, and class includes jazz band performances?? THE BEST!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzUzMjY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2019-05-02 23:53:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"BEST CLASS EVER! Professor Meyers is the most dedicated and passionate professor I've ever had. Science and non-science majors all equally loved the class. Lecture attendance not mandatory, but you really don't wanna miss them because you get free exam Q's and they're just really fun to go to. Open notes for final, but not for the 3 quizzes. :) :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzAyODIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2019-04-29 04:54:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"if ur not a science person 1000% u should take this course. he dumbs everything down so much its not hard at all. plus if u come to lecture he gives away answers to exam questions. also really have to appreciate the effort he puts in to make geoscience interesting for a majority of Non-geoscience majors. 3 20 question quizzes& one open note final","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMzY0MTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2019-02-19 21:50:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"As a communications major, I have zero knowledge of science. I took this class for a science credit and Stephen put complex chemistry and geology terms and concepts into normal person english. Also he gives you like half the exam questions which is clutch. He's super passionate and genuinely interesting to listen to. Labs are super easy as well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTkzMDA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2016-05-16 22:48:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"The course covers a lot more than just rocks and Steve does a great job of explaining everything. The course was more interesting than I assumed. Attendance is necessary to get the material you need. Book is useless. He also gives out 40% of test questions which helps a lot. Tests are pretty straight forward if you go to lecture. Overall great guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDg1MzIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2016-05-05 23:21:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was my favorite professor this semester! He genuinely cared about how students did in his class, and is very passionate about Geology. The class is much more than just rocks, and he works everything in awesomely. Midterm and final are almost half questions he gives you in lecture, so lectures are important. Gives you plenty of resources as well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzYzNjAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2015-11-07 16:45:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would definitely take it again if I had the choice--it was very interesting. He's extremely passionate about the subject! He gives test questions to you in lecture, so it makes it easier to just sit and absorb what he is saying. This also helps a lot when you have 40% of the test questions and answers before the actual test day (word for word)!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0ODA2MzI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2015-05-12 09:12:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great class. Discussion is only a 50min lab which is super easy. TA was extremely helpful.  Studied from lecture \"road maps\" that he puts online, filled in the blanks, and got an A on the midterm. He puts the lecture slides online too. An easy and fun science class with lab credit. Paying attention is critical to getting good grades.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMzUwNTcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2014-06-06 11:25:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took this class for an \"easy A\" science, but it wasn't as easy as you would expect. The lectures are incredibly boring and are hard to follow. He gives you exam questions in lecture, which is a plus. However, when it comes to exam time you end up at a loss for what to study because his lectures are so random and he doesn't use the textbook at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzA4Njg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2013-11-13 15:03:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not as easy as you think!!! Grade entirely depends on the TA you have. Exams can be easy if you go to lecture since he gives you some exam questions. But my TA graded labs soo hard. Such a boring class with a ton of information. My least favorite class I have ever taken.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNzg0MTg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2013-05-17 17:06:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"The grade you get in the class mostly matters who you have as a TA. The TA I had graded labs very strictly. The textbook is only needed once in a while for labs. He gives you some of the exam questions during class. Extremely boring material but he loves talking about it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:46.095484+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTQ2NTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1737995","instructor_name":"Stephen Meyers","course_label":"GEOSCI100","course_id":"GEOSCI 100","course_uid":"course_2cc2408e3e4ece5ecca4bf5b","review_date":"2013-04-16 18:39:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a great professor.  His class is really easy and he does a great job explaining the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1737995","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0}]