[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:06.119135+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODcxNTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:491341","instructor_name":"Joanna Lambert","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2006-05-11 18:51:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor was very interested in the subject and relayed that interest very well to the rest of the class. Interesting material and tests were easy. Would take a class with professor again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/491341","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:06.119135+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMTY5MDc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:491341","instructor_name":"Joanna Lambert","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2005-12-15 13:24:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's absolutely adorable and brings so much energy to her subject.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/491341","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:06.119135+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNjA4MDI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:491341","instructor_name":"Joanna Lambert","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2005-02-15 22:51:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Lambert was a fun and energetic professor, but the labs for this class were not at all useful and the tests were ridiculous.  I don't know how much of that was Lambert's fault and how much was the fault of the TAs for the class.  I don't recommend Anthro 105.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/491341","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:06.119135+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNDc2MDM=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:491341","instructor_name":"Joanna Lambert","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2005-01-03 15:53:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"She did know her stuff, and has worked around the world. However, the lectures were very boring - simply copying a bunch of notes. The labs were even worse and the tests were difficult.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/491341","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:06.119135+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMjk2NTk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:491341","instructor_name":"Joanna Lambert","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2004-12-15 12:01:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"she knows her stuff really well, but is very disorganized when teaching. she scribbles her notes on the overhead and it is often hard to read, especially when she stands right in front of it. she is not a very friendly person, especially when you go to office hours, tests are difficult. don't take c","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/491341","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzMyMzE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2023-01-13 23:57:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof is an excellent, engaging lecturer. If you pay attention in lecture, take notes, and read the readings, you should be able to earn a high grade with low workload each week. Assignments are weekly quizzes based on lecture and reading content. Reasonable, open-note. No exams.\nExcellent Bio credit.\n","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1ODY1MDAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2022-02-18 14:45:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is pretty easy and Professor Hawks is a great guy who cares about students and has somewhat interesting lectures. I wasn't a huge fan of the content of the course, but Professor Hawks made it as interesting as possible. The only gripe I have is that the main grade is based on 3 inquiry assignments that kind of suck. No Final though!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzc5NjIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2022-01-20 23:12:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Take this class if you are looking for an easy bio course! Professor Hawks is so passionate about this subject that his excitement transfers to his students! Can't say that I will ever use the information again, but 105 was a great, easy course to fulfill a requirement. Reading can be heavy at times, but it is not all necessary to earn an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTgwMDA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-12-17 22:01:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very kind and knowledgeable prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTQ2OTQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-12-16 00:03:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Hawks has done amazing this semester. The lectures are so fun and easy to follow. The inquiry assignments are a bit tough; make sure you attend lab sections and you will totally be fine. My TA Sneha is also super helpful. Choose her section if she is still one of the TA next Fall. Overall an awesome gen ed class for bio credits.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzMzODY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-12-01 16:58:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super fun course and interesting labs that you really need to go to if you want to do well on the inquiry assignments. Assignment wise the course was okay, although sometimes the instructions for the inquiries are not quite clear, especially the new inquiry 2. Very knowledgeable guy and it was great getting to see how passionate he was on the topic","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjI3NDYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-11-11 20:57:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hawks' lectures are always interesting, not only because of the content, but the way he teaches it. Anthro105 was a class I didn't dread going to early in the morning--I even looked forward to it. There's a quiz a week and three relatively simple projects, and the class is low stress. I definitely reccomend the course!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjY3OTIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-01-12 20:20:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hawks is truly a legend","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjU5MDQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-01-10 09:43:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hawks is my fav prof yet. Makes lectures engaging and fun. Easy class and really interesting material. Overall great person understanding and always smiling.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MTE3NDA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2020-12-17 07:05:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing class and an amazing professor. He was extremely understanding with everything going on and was always there incase you needed anything. I would 10/10 recommend him. The class was easy quizzes each week and then 3 bigger assignments through out the semester that were based off labs, took some time, but were easy if you just put in work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDc4OTg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2020-12-15 06:07:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"I honestly hate science, so I took this class instead of something like chemistry or bio. Despite the fact I found it extremely boring, Professor Hawks was really knowledgeable about the content and seems like he genuinely enjoys teaching. Nice guy, good teacher. No exams, weekly quizzes instead which was amazing.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTM1NTI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2020-04-27 04:27:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"This was by far the easiest class I've ever taken in my life. As a non-STEM major, Anthro105 is the PERFECT class to take for gen ed credits. No midterms or finals, easy weekly quizzes that make up 50% of your grade. I personally didn't attend lecture often, or read anything and still got a solid A. Assignments very straight forward, Hawks is nice","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTE5MzAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2018-05-15 23:06:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took this class as a gen-ed for science credits. If chemistry and biology are not your strengths I recommend this class. No exams, no textbooks. He posts the readings online and the three big assignments given are easy if you attend lab. There are weekly quizzes that cover the readings, lectures and lab. As long as you attend you'll get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTcyNTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-05-14 05:58:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Some may dislike his teaching style because he likes to put students on the spot. I personally sat away from the aisles and was never really bothered. Grade is 200 pts from weekly quizzes and lab assignments. The labs are just looking at PDFs and bones. As long as you go to class and take good notes, you don't have to waste time with the readings.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTExNTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-05-09 11:56:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hawks gives great lectures.  He makes the material really interesting and sparks a lot of questions in your head.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2Mjc1OTIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-04-12 00:47:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"John Hawks is one of the funniest & most easy going professors. His lectures are interesting & he sometimes demonstrates primate mobility & vocals--absolutely hilarious! He is so dedicated to his research & this discipline. He really knows his stuff. Projects & quizzes are easy if you pay attention in class. Take this class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MTk0MzA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-09-17 02:37:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took this in summer of 2015. It was a pretty easy class. Since this was online, he posted all the materials and assignments on Learn@UW (no textbook required). His videos were professional and had a lot of variety. He and the TA answered questions on Piazza. This was just how an intro class taken for credit should be - a breeze!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzUzOTcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-02-02 21:32:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hawks clearly loves what he does and is well known and respected in his field. I don't think he's arrogant as some have suggested. I like his sense of humor and the way he engages the class. You should know that although the quizzes were online last semester I was told that is going to change in the future, if that's a deciding factor for you. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDE5NDQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-12-10 15:29:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class is super interesting, and lectures aren't at all dense. Prof. Hawks definitely enjoys what he teaches and makes it entertaining. Take a few notes and you'll be fine. You only take 14 online quizzes for the whole semester and a couple lab reports. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTE0MjUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-12-01 14:51:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are at times irrelevant to the quizzes that are posted.  His power points are pretty boring and never have any information on the slides, other than graphs.  Sometimes is difficult to pick up on what information is important. However, the labs are really short and easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODk1OTA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-11-26 00:50:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hawks is a good natured guy. If a bit arrogant, after what he's accomplished, he may have a right to be. He's gone a lot because he's doing anthro work overseas, which is cool. Lectures are dense but OK. Weekly 5 pt quiz & 4 (10 pts ea.) lab right ups are your total grade. Quizzes are poorly worded. Labs are easy and you get to study real bones! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNTA0Mzgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-08-06 11:35:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"After 8 weeks of disorganization, you might expect to get at least GRADES. But NO. After begging and begging, he only graded 1 project out of 4. There is absolutely no way you can know how well you are doing until the very last week. Also don't write too long he doesn't appreciate it. It keep me wondering if he cares about his students at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxOTUwMzk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2013-07-07 15:15:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Never have I encountered a more arrogant professor in my entire academic career. Way too into himself, which would be tolerable if he was actually a good teacher.  When he deigned to show up (sometimes he just sent documentaries in his stead) he shot down students and was just generally badly.  Poorly organized; quizzes were useless.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNzI0NDY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2013-05-09 23:04:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"TA's seem good at what they do, but can't salvage the terribly organized class. Grade is based on 15 quizzes, which little information is given out beforehand—including when they will be. This system purports to help students do well, but all it does it make it about the quizzes and not material. Lectures + labs don't correlate. avoid if you can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwNjAwNTI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2005-10-18 00:31:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"the lecture was too fast-paced. he made me feel uncomfortable about asking questions even in office hours. he was not understanding about my disability accommodations. the exams are impossible. he's arrogant and teaches his own theories as fact.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwMjc4MTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2005-08-30 20:51:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"was a great class, although i took it in the summer, it was still very interesting. always looked forward to class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMDk3NjQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2004-12-13 22:28:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"I knew some of the material before, so I found this class really easy. If you need help, ask him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDIxNzQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2004-12-08 00:07:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"i liked the lectures a lot. hawkes kept us interested but the tests were pretty hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTEyOTk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2004-12-05 02:53:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"I liked the class, but hated the test.  He's a fan of trick questions, and you have to know every detail to do well on the tests.  Very interesting subject matter!  I would've rather had the class with a different professor, though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:31.236794+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MjIxMTA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:306981","instructor_name":"John Hawks","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2003-12-02 19:18:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"The material is interesting but he is extremely boring!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/306981","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDUxMDUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2026-05-06 21:34:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"I found the content for most of the class to be very interesting. The class is very simple as long as you pay attention in lecture. Very nice professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNTEwODU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2026-01-16 21:34:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is simple, and the way Bryer structures the exams is great. The discussions and projects are easy as well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNDgzNjU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2026-01-12 21:54:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great class to fill the biological science requirement. The majority of your grade is based 4 multiple-choice tests (with the lowest test being dropped) and discussion/lab assignments. Prof. Bryer was clearly very knowledgeable, but a little monotone at times. She did bring in guest lectures a few times, which were a nice change of pace.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMjg1NzY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-12-16 17:22:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Bryer is knowledgeable and passionate about the topics. However, lectures felt somewhat unnecessary as she kindly posts lecture slides and study guides that tell you everything you need to know. Course is designed to be student-friendly with lowest exam getting dropped. Discussions are super interesting and were my favorite part of the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMjM5MjY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-12-14 04:29:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"super easy and interesting content. reads the whole lecture but all the info is on the slides, so you can never show up and be fine. 4 easy exams and lowest score gets dropped. lab section is super simple and you can usually leave early.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMjM0MDc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-12-13 22:25:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved the slides made by the professor, but not the presentation of it - most of the times she simply read them. Labs were mad easy, exams were fair with all content discussed during lectures, not reading heavy. Interesting content","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTY0OTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-12-11 01:57:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'd recommend attending lectures even though attendance isn't taken, they help with understanding of the material since lab content is almost entirely separate. Graded on a few tests (with lowest score dropped) and lab assignments/participation. Overall interesting course and good for the Gen Ed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTQ3NTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-12-10 16:59:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Bryer's class was quite lecture heavy, but it was easier content. I feel that the textbook is not necessary as she will lecture on the content you need to know. Very rarely did she test on reading-only content that wasn't in lecture. Multiple choice exams, lowest one dropped. Lab attendance is mandatory but lab and lab homework was easy. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTQ5Mzgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-04-15 21:32:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great lectures & very understanding professor, let me take a makeup exam during a different lecture period when I had a transportation problem. Really great class too, super interesting content. Slides are all on Canvas.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNzY1MDUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-03-13 01:24:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very interesting lectures. The exams are all multiple choice, which I wasn't a fan of. She provides a very clear rubric and study guide. The labs were lots of fun as well!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDMxMTUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-12-24 17:25:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved Anthro 105! Bryer is a great orator and the material (both in lab/lecture) was extremely easy and interesting. She is also very fun to talk to outside of class. Your lowest exam grade is dropped, meaning you can skip the last exam if you study enough for the first three. Would highly recommend to anyone who needs the credit. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzM0NTk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-12-17 01:10:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests make up 60% and are medium difficulty. Good lecturer and engaging, feel like the class should be slightly easier. Labs are very easy, lectures aren't mandatory but helpful for exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzAzNTY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-12-15 02:59:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Bryer was great! She can be a little monotone during lecture sometimes, but other than sat she's very personable and is fun to talk with. This was also by far the easiest course I've taken. Regardless, it was still incredibly interesting to learn about primate bio, evolution, ecology. As long as you take good notes during lecture, you're set.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjcxNjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-12-13 06:36:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was very easy. 4 exams based off the lecture, cumulative and lowest one dropped. Labs are straightforward and the readings are pretty much optional. Overall easy bio class for a freshman.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjM2MTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-12-12 00:23:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"My problem with her class is that a lot of her exam questions are way too specific. It makes it so hard to study because a lot of what she covers on the exam are not in the notes and rather something she mentioned during lecture. Class is pretty easy besides studying for the exams. Lecture is a bit boring too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMDU3MTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-12-01 14:52:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests only covered lecture material. The lab was very interactive and never harshly graded. The lecture could at times be a bit boring but overall it covered some very interesting concepts surrounding evolution and primate relations. Professor Bryer seems to enjoy her work but is not always the most engaging in lecture. Would take it again. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:21:14.272508+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5OTY5NDQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3045618","instructor_name":"Margaret Bryer","course_label":"anthro105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-11-18 15:31:48 +0000 UTC","comment":" The tests are all lecture material, attendance for the lecture is not recorded but definitely helps on the tests but she does post the slides on canvas. Lab attendance is taken, labs are not hard and only an hour long. There were four exams and the lowest grade dropped. Overall great course, would recommend for freshmen or any grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3045618","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNjE2NTkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-09-28 11:51:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tilkens is without a doubt the best professor I've ever encountered.  He shames TED talk speakers with his fantastic lectures.  He truly wants his students to succeed, and is ridiculously clear about expectations and gradable material.  He's the professor you will tell your kids about when you're trying to convince them to go to college one day.  ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNDk0Njc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-08-02 23:20:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely one of the best classes I've taken. Prof Tilkens is amazing and very engaging.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNDgwMzQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-07-29 01:54:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"TAKE THIS CLASS WITH TILKENS AND IT WILL BE THE BEST CLASS OF YOUR LIFE! He seriously was an amazing professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMDQ5MDk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-04-16 16:11:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the best professors I've had. Amazing presentations. I think I ended the semester over 100%.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzc2MzQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-01-21 10:21:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super easy science course full of annoying freshman. No attendance or reading required. Weekly pop quizzes about the lectures the week before; 4 super simple lab assignments. Keeps lectures interesting but he should stop stealing his immature and very un-funny jokes from the internet/ reddit.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzUwMTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-01-14 13:39:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mike is awesome. Funny guy, amazing powerpoints that keep students focused and not bored, and he is incredibly willing to help. No book, no exams, just weekly quizzes that you need to study for a bit. Lab is interesting and fits in with lecture material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzM5MTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2014-01-12 15:20:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"GREAT public speaker, always incorporates humor into lectures. Highly recommend. Just do the readings (very few, very easy, and online!) and study for the short weekly quizzes, and you will do well!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjQ5Njk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2013-12-24 01:19:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"I only took this class for biological science credits. This is the greatest class to take for non-science people. Tilkens makes everything very clear and it is very obvious he cares about his students. No text book or exams, just weekly quizzes and labs are very conducive for learning this type of material. Highly recommend this class with Tilkens.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjI0MDE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2013-12-20 03:32:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best class ever","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTMxODU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2013-12-12 20:44:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Tilkens is an amazing professor. His lectures are engaging, helpful, and incredibly well-rehearsed. He includes funny videos or pics that he somehow makes relevant to the lesson. There are no exams and no textbook, but the weekly quizzes keep you on track material-wise and are extremely fair. The labs are also quite helpful. Great class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:13.388300+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTAwNjU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1854685","instructor_name":"Michael Tilkens","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2013-12-10 23:22:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tilkens is the best professor I've ever had or could ever wish to have. He's really funny, and makes everything interesting. I was literally disappointed one time when class was canceled. He was very accessible and seemed to really care about his students. If you get the chance, take anthro 105 with Tilks - YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1854685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyOTM3NDky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2020-02-27 17:30:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not only does McFarland know what he's talking about, he's always in a good mood and gives entertaining and concise lectures. The class I took was very test heavy and I didn't finish with the grade I would've liked, however I still feel like I learned a ton from his class and I would love to have him again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyOTA4ODAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2020-02-13 18:02:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took professor McFarland for Anthro 105 and I absolutely loved going to class. He's such a good lecturer and is very passionate about what he's talking about. The only downside to the class is that there are only 140 points for the semester so it's easy to not do well. I would 100% take another class of his in the future.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNDAwMTcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2019-11-12 20:16:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"McFarland is an awesome professor; his lectures are interesting and his powerpoint slides are very clear. But, there's only two exams for the entire semester, both of which are very detailed. The class isn't out of many points, so it can be difficult to get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDY3Njgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2018-12-17 20:22:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Some questions in the tests are super specific which makes it really difficult. Also, you can only get a total of 12 points off on every assignment combined, so it makes it very difficult to get an A. Richard lectures well and gives you information you need to know. Be careful about talking during class because he frequently calls people out.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTk0OTcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2017-11-29 21:57:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Biweekly quizzes, every point in the course is worth a percentage point. Mainly based off quizzes, no exams, and two projects. One a group project and one you get to go to the zoo and look at monkeys. He is such an amazing lecturer and is really passionate about what he does, which makes it even better for students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MzA1OTAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2017-05-13 23:35:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"McFarland is very knowledgeable and the course material is (personally) very interesting. There are no midterms or finals for the class. The quizzes are only based off lecture material, can be challenging , and every point counts.  If you have time to study or are good at memorizing, you'll do fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MzAzMTk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2017-05-13 14:22:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was easy. The only thing that makes it difficult is that the quizzes are very specific, luckily the quizzes are often so there is not a lot of material on any of the quizzes which makes it much easier. Professor McFarland and all of the TAs were very nice but lectures and labs were very boring.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MTk5NjAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2017-05-03 15:18:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Richard's class has 6 quizzes and 3 papers that make up your grade. Every point you lose is a point off of your grade, beware! If you're good at memorizing, you'll get an AB or above. The textbook really isn't necessary since everything on the quizzes is from lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MTE2MzUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2017-04-24 23:42:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor McFarland is very knowledgable on the subject, but he is pretty strict and rigid in terms of his expectations of the students. His quizzes are fairly difficult, as they feature random facts from lecture - study the slides! He offers extra credit if you answer questions in lecture. The grading scale has changed, so it's harder to get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDQxNDYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2017-04-12 21:07:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor McFarland is exceptionally knowledgable. Just beware if taking Anthro 105 that your grade rests on 6, 12 question MC quizzes. The quizzes ask super specific questions, and since the class is only graded out of 100 points, you have no room to bomb a quiz.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3OTc5ODUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2017-04-01 20:38:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"super great guy w a good accent but the way the class was graded made it more difficult. if you get a few points off on the quizzes you're pretty much down to an AB. the book was completely useless, don't buy it. All the readings are only recommended anyway. if it weren't for the tricky quizzes this would be a great class bc of interesting material","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTY2NjQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-12-19 14:25:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"McFarland was a great professor. Super cool and chill guy. The labs for this class were fun which I wasn't expecting as I don't like bio. Each point is a percentage of your grade. If you mess up one of the 12 pt quizzes your grade will tank even if you do well on the rest. It sucks but make sure you study the right material","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NDkzMDMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-12-14 15:58:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor McFarland was an extremely clear, concise, and interesting lecturer. He was very passionate in anthropology (especially non-human primates). I really enjoyed coming to class, and he had a pretty sweet British accent. The class was very easy, with grades coming from six 12-point quizzes, a few papers and labs, and no exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MjgxNzUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-11-30 01:04:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"While Dr. McFarland is a very good professor, the grading style that has been set for Anthro 105 is absolutely horrible. Every quiz question is worth a percentage of your grade. The quizzes along with one small worksheet and two short essays make up a full 100 points for the class. The content is interesting but difficult to keep up with.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDE4Mzcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-04-29 17:41:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"The lectures can get pretty dull.  You don't have to attend them to get an A though.  Also, the textbook isn't really essential if you want to save some money.  Labs are interesting and interactive.   This is a very easy, introductory course for Anthro.   Would recommend to meet science requirements.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MzQ1MTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-04-21 10:41:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"My favorite professor I've had so far. His lectures were interesting; he is knowledgeable and easy to listen to. The class overall is very straight-forward, and I would recommend it to everybody.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTczMzQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-01-20 23:08:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures were so boring, but the class was the easiest one I've taken at UW. The labs were fun and really easy and the TAs were all amazing! Enthusiastic, helpful, funny. No exams, just ten question/multiple choice quizzes. Easy class, boring professor.  It's really frustrating that all the good things I had to say were about the TAs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTA1MTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2016-01-08 19:28:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Found his class very interesting, he's very fair, and has a wicked accent. There aren't any midterms or a final which is a plus. The class was based on 100 points but as long as you paid attention and did the assigned work you'll pass.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzcyOTQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-12-19 14:23:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Never attended any lectures except for the last few to get some extra credit points! SUPER EASY CLASS and great professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NjIxMDA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-12-10 01:08:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was so great, It was a really easy way to get a biology credit. The whole class is out of 100 points split between 7 quizzes and 4 labs. You don't need the book at all as long as you pay attention in lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTg4OTgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-12-08 13:27:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great class to take for biology credit as well as broadening your horizons. I learned a lot about our evolution, as well as primate sociology and biology. Biweekly quizzes for 10 points which  make up 70 points of your grade, and 30 points from labs, totaling 100 points (1 point  1%). Very easy if you take notes and study before the quizzes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTczNTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-12-07 14:22:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took this class in hopes to get an easy biological science credit, and I was not disappointed. The class does not have an tests, just quizzes and the labs are easy. I would definitely take this if you are looking for 3 easy bio credits.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTA3NDMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-11-30 20:14:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super easy and interesting class. Quizzes every other week are a 10/10 so long as you skim the material. There is an attendance sheet passed around, but I'm not sure if he takes into consideration for grades. I had a 2pm 50 min lecture so no reason for me to skip","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzY4NDQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-11-08 23:03:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's very intelligent and experience especially for his age. He got me excited about primates which was cool. Bi-weekly quizzes are easy if you even kind of did the reading. No exams at all. Labs are interesting and lab reports are super easy and short. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzEwNzg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-10-29 13:49:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Richard is a great lecturer. Even talking about primates, he knows how to make it interesting. The quizzes are difficult, so make sure you are studying for them. The labs are not too hard. The grading criteria is clear, so it makes it real easy to know where you stand in the class. His accent is hot. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:57.954967+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0ODU0NzA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2016800","instructor_name":"Richard McFarland","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2015-05-18 00:04:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class has no exams, and instead are based only off four group projects (which you basically do in section) and seven quizzes, with all the material presented in lecture.  Attendance isn't required for lecture, but he's a fascinating lecturer, and you'll want to go.  ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2016800","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNzIxNzcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-10-16 02:16:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class was interesting and Pickering's a good lecturer, he just doesn't have much care for the course, and neither do the TA's. Probably better in upper-level courses. I expected to enjoy this course much more than I did based on my general interest in the material, but the lack of enthusiasm from the professor and the TA's left me disengaged. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjI5MTAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-05-09 19:25:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor/TAs don't care about you and they are pretty uninspiring. Tests (2/3 of grade) are open note/internet and lab practicals (1/3 of grade) are pretty hard if you've never taken anatomy. Don't take this class with this professor unless you need bio science credits","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTM3OTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2025-05-02 20:41:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good professor who was clearly passionate about anthro, lecture was optional but I highly recommend going because he makes it easier for students who do attend lecture. You have to go to the discussion sections, if you miss one you're most likely screwed. Does not post his lecture slides, but they barely have anything on them anyways.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NzMxMzY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-09-08 21:56:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"The lectures were interesting. He doesn't try to fill the time with useless information. He would even end class early. Exams could be tricky but they are open note and unproctored. Just go to class and take good notes. The same goes for the lab/discussion. Lab exams are easy if you pay attention. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NDM1NjIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2024-05-11 01:06:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Barely any homework and the lectures are very easily digestible. I only took this for my science credits, and it is decently easy. The professor is sarcastic and has a no-excuses attitude, which I can appreciate. People who complain about this class don't appreciate the fact that there is no homework (for lectures) and all the unit tests are online","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODY3ODY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2023-05-09 04:45:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty dry professor, but overall not too difficult or unfair. No lecture recordings or slides on canvas so you're required to go to lecture to catch up on content. Course was graded by 4 exams on lecture content and 4 quizzes/practicals on lab content, and the two are very distinct topic-wise. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2Mjc1MTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2022-05-07 22:16:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"I did not like that lectures were not recorded. If I was sick I would have to find someone that was willing to send the notes. My exams were online and they can be a little confusing with wording but it was open note. If you do not great on one of the exams it can make it hard to get your grade back up, even though it was an easy class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NzI0NzI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-05-06 18:58:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"The lectures were okay, some of them were pretty dry and the lack of captions makes differentiating between terms sort of difficult. 4 tests each make up 25% of the grade and there's a lot of questions that have "2 or more" or "none of the above" as answer choices so you really have to write down everything from the lectures. No mid grades (AB/BC)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjY1ODUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-04-30 05:02:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not a good lecturer, lectures are very tedious sounds like he's dying inside. This class is only graded by 4 exams and doesn't have mid-grade. Not recommended.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjQ5NzQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-04-28 20:14:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Personally, I really enjoyed Professor Pickering's lectures. I thought he made the topics very interesting and accessible, especially considering the all-online circumstances. Other reviews say that the exams are worded poorly and are difficult, but I didn't think so, as long as you take good notes (since the exams are open-note) and pay attention.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjQzMzY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-04-28 04:10:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class is graded on an A, B, C, D, F scale which makes it more stressful. The class itself is very low work, but the questions are the test are worded so the tests are hard. The class is only lectures and exams so if you don't do well on the exams thats your grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:01:12.031466+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjEyMzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2774240","instructor_name":"Travis Pickering","course_label":"ANTHRO105","course_id":"ANTHRO 105","course_uid":"course_31e91bbc6e3be8c0f49483f2","review_date":"2021-04-23 23:20:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class was not a lot of work at all, only watching the lecture videos online. Only the exams matter in the grade. Most of the time, the exams were worded so poorly, that the true meaning of the question was hard to decipher. Before this class, I had taken Anthro 100 and knowing stuff from that class did not help at all. WOULD NOT TAKE WITH HIM.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2774240","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0}]