SPRING 2021 STUDENT
OPINION SURVEY
UVU Institutional Research
Tim Stanley, Director
Prepared by:
Angela Ward, Senior Research Analyst
Becca Thompson, Student Research Assistant
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Contents
Core Questions ............................................................................................................... 4
Respect .................................................................................................................... 5
Student perceptions ................................................................................................. 6
Connectedness ........................................................................................................ 7
Course scheduling and registration .......................................................................... 7
On-campus safety .................................................................................................... 8
Academic Calendar ......................................................................................................... 9
Demographics ............................................................................................................... 17
Gender identity ....................................................................................................... 17
Employment ........................................................................................................... 18
Marital and parent status ........................................................................................ 19
Volunteer work ....................................................................................................... 20
Religious identity .................................................................................................... 21
Languages spoken ................................................................................................. 22
Native language ..................................................................................................... 23
Comments to Share with UVU Administration ................................................................ 24
Representative Reponses by topic ......................................................................... 25
Appendix ....................................................................................................................... 35
Faculty or staff who made a difference .................................................................. 35
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Utah Valley University Student Opinion Survey,
Spring 2021
Utah Valley University’s Institutional Research department conducts a general survey
of UVU students during fall and spring semesters. During Spring semester 2021,
twelve thousand randomly selected UVU students were invited to participate. The
survey was administered online and ran from 22 March 2021 – 5 April 2021. One
thousand three hundred and sixty-two students opened the survey. One thousand
three hundred and thirty-eight submitted responses. The response rate was 11% and
the margin of error is +/- 3%.
Key Findings
• Fifty-four percent of survey respondents are single; 43% married.
• Sixty percent of survey respondents are employed 21 hours or more per week.
• Twenty-two percent of survey respondents are parents (with children in the
home).
• Sixty-nine percent of survey respondents report identifying as Latter-Day Saints.
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Core Questions
Overall experience and student pride
Figure 1
Figure 2
87% 87% 87%
88%
83%
75%
79%
Spring
2018
Fall 2018 Spring
2019
Fall 2019 Spring
2020
Fall 2020 Spring
2021
(n=1,338)
Overall Experience at UVU, Good or Excellent
44%
43%
43%
41%
38%
41%
Fall 2018 Spring 2019 Fall 2019 Spring 2020 Fall 2020 Spring 2021
(n=1,332)
Sense of UVU Student Pride, High or Very High
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Respect
Figure 3
Figure 4
90%
88%
88% 88%
85%
87%
Fall 2018 Spring 2019 Fall 2019 Spring 2020 Fall 2020 Spring 2021
(n=1,295)
My fellow classmates treat me with appropriate respect.
(Almost all of the time)
77%
78%
78%
79%
75%
76%
Fall 2018 Spring 2019 Fall 2019 Spring 2020 Fall 2020 Spring 2021
(n=1,296)
My instructor facilitates respectful class dialog when
differences of opinion are expressed.
(Almost all of the time)
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Student perceptions
Figure 5
89%
89%
53%
84%
85%
78%
83%
83%
51%
75%
78%
75%
84%
84%
49%
78%
80%
77%
At UVU, people are supportive of each
other, regardless of their heritage or
background. (n=1,237)
I feel welcome at UVU. (n=1,238)
I feel like I am different from the typical
UVU student. (n=1,235)
UVU provides me an inviting and
supportive environment. (n=1,236)
UVU promotes a climate based on respect
and trust. (n=1,235)
Diversity is important here at UVU.
(n=1,235)
Support and Diversity at UVU, Agree
Spring 2021 Fall 2020 Fall 2019
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Connectedness
Figure 6
Course scheduling and registration
Figure 7
76%
50%
36%
I feel comfortable being myself at
UVU. (n=1,294)
I feel valued by UVU. (n=1,292)
I feel like part of the community at
UVU. (n=1,293)
Connectedness, Agree
19%
31%
51%
73%
19%
50%
32%
74%
18%
47%
27%
75%
As a result of not getting the schedule I
needed, I will graduate later than my
original plans.
This semester I needed to rearrange my
work schedule to accommodate my class
schedule.
This semester I had to adjust my
graduation plan (electives, order of
classes, etc.) as a result of which courses
were available.
This semester I was able to register for all
the classes I needed to stay on track to
graduate.
Course scheduling and registration, 'Agree' (n~1,194)
Spring 2021 Fall 2020 Fall 2019
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On-campus safety
Figure 8
74%
76%
54%
77%
76%
52%
UVU takes reasonable steps to provide a
safe and secure campus environment.
(n=1,213)
I feel safe on UVU's campus. (n=1,211)
I know what to do if I receive a report of
sexual assault, harassment or
interpersonal violence. (n=1,212)
Campus Safety, Agree
Spring 2021 Fall 2020
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Academic Calendar
Figure 9
Figure 10
78%
12%
10%
Satisfied Neither Dissatisfied
Student satisfaction with UVU’s current academic calendar for
2020 - 2021 (Start/end dates, campus closures, exam
preparation days, etc.) (n= 1,182)
38%
32%
30%
More days off during the
semester
Shorter semesters (fewer
days off)
No preference
In general, which would you prefer?
(n=1,181)
Which of the following Fall semester options (set to begin in 2024) do you most prefer? Please rank in order of preference by
'Drag and drop'; 1= Most preferred schedule, 5= Least preferred schedule.
Figure 11
2.14
2.88
3.02
3.21
4.51
5.24
Most Preferred: Schedule B- Start: Mon. 19 August, End:
Fri. 13 December, Off: Labor Day, Two days for Fall Break,
Entire Thanksgiving week, Exam Preparation day
Schedule A. Start: Mon. 19 August, End: Fri. 6 December,
Off: Labor Day, Thurs , Fri Thanksgiving break, No fall break.
No exam preparation day.
Schedule C Start: Mon. 26 August, End: Thurs. 12 December.
Off: Labor Day, Thurs, Fri off for Thanksgiving (classes would be
held Mon, Tues, Wed of Thanksgiving week), Exam Preparation
day. No Fall Break
Schedule D Start: Mon. 26 August, End: Fri. 13 December.
Off: Labor Day, One day for Fall Break, Wed, Thurs, Fri off
for Thanksgiving (classes would be held Monday and Tuesday of
Thanksgiving week). No Exam Preparation day
Schedule E Start: Tues. 3 September (after Labor day) End:
Tuesday 17 December. Off: Wed, Thurs, Fri off for
Thanksgiving (classes would be held Monday and Tuesday of
Thanksgiving week). No Fall Break. No Exam Preparation day
I honestly have no preference.
Preferred Schedule, Ranked 1 -6 (1 most preferred, 6 least preferred)
Mean score (n=1,016 )
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Please rank the following days off in order of importance to you. 1=
most important to you, 6= least important to you
Figure 12
Please rank the following options for Spring semester (beginning in
2025) in order of preference by 'Drag and drop'; 1= Most preferred
schedule, 4= Least preferred schedule.
1.58
2.74
3.28
3.63
4.6
5.18
Christmas Break (time off between
semesters)
Thanksgiving Break
Spring Break
Fall Break
Fall semester exam preparation day
(before finals)
Spring semester exam preparation day
(before finals)
Please rank the following days off in order of importance to
you. 1= most important to you, 6= least important to you
Mean score (n=1,034)
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Figure 13
4.13
3.59
2.91
2.33
2.04
I honestly have no preference.
Schedule D Mon. 13 January Thurs 1 May
M.L.K. Jr Day Washington. Lincoln Day
(President's Day) Two days for Spring break No
Exam Preparation day
Schedule C Mon. 13 January Thurs. 8 May
M.L.K. Jr Day Washington and Lincoln Day
(President's day) Entire week off for Spring break
Exam Preparation day
Schedule A Mon. 6 January Thurs 24 April
M.L.K. Jr Day Washington. Lincoln Day
(President's day) Two days for Spring break No
Exam Preparation day
Schedule B Wed. 8 January Thurs 1 May
M.L.K. Jr. Day Washington and Lincoln Day
(President's day) Entire week for Spring break
Exam Preparation day
Preferred Schedule, Ranked 1 - 5 (1=most preferred, 6= least preferred)
Mean score (n=868)
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Figure 14
If you could change anything about the academic calendar, what would it be? (n=1,001)
[809 ‘No comment’ 192 suggestions summarized below.]
If you could change anything about the academic calendar, what would it
be?
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I would make a policy or something that teachers cannot require exams or tests
or assignments due on break days. I have three online classes this semester and
I was told we would have an exam during spring break. This almost ruined my
vacation plans, however the professor was kind and changed it because many of
us contacted him. I heard of others who had this happen to them and were not as
lucky. Online classes should still comply to break dates.
2.18
2.40
2.68
2.73
March 17th – 21st
March 10th – 14th
March 24th – 28th
I honestly have no preference.
Assuming UVU has a week-long spring break in Spring 2025,
please rank the following options for break: (1=Most
preferred, 3= Least preferred)
Mean score (n=831)
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2
No matter what break we even had, teachers still assigned the same, or more
homework so it wasn't like there was even a break. So 'breaks' didn't mean
anything this semester.
3
Have all assignments due when a break starts, not the day we get back.
4
Extended withdrawal deadlines
5
I would change the withdraw deadline. I think it is way too early in the semester
and it has caused me trouble this year. I also think the add drop deadline should
be later as well.
6
I would give students a bit longer maybe a week (?) to get a full refund because
of waitlisted classes. (Right now it's about 2 weeks after classes start, but if a
class is waitlisted you may not get in until the end of the first week). Even if one
week was added, it would be super helpful! Thanks.
7
End fall semester and have grades post ASAP so that my employer tuition
reimbursement doesn't miss the deadline and have to be the following fiscal year.
SLCC ends sooner and is more ideal for a coworker of mine.
8
Have tuition be due a little later than it is currently. I usually have the money to
pay it each semester, but you have to pay it so early on compared to other
institutions.
9
Releasing what classes will be available for the academic calendar year earlier
10
Align spring and fall breaks with the local school district so families could be off at
the same time.
11
Coincide with local district schedules to accommodate parents.
12
I would line up spring break, winter break and thanksgiving break with Alpine
School District! Childcare is expensive when they don't match!!!!
13
Matching spring and fall break with local k-12 school calendars better. As a
parent, my spring break was 2 weeks before my children's. My boss has 2 kids at
UVU and 1 in high school, and the high schooler had to miss class to make the
spring break plans with the family.
14
For those of us with younger siblings, it would be nice if we had Fall and Spring
Breaks at the same time as other local school districts.
15
....Fall and Spring breaks. There would be two weeks where all classes would be
virtual and/or hybrid rather than there being one week where there's only
vacation. University of Utah just recently did this during the Spring semester of
2021 due to the pandemic. They called it a circuit breaker.
16
A longer break between fall and spring semester
17
Colleges are extremely inefficient. I would do anything I could to condense the
semesters into the shortest timeframe possible. Spring and fall break do not
matter for the majority of students that have jobs because they will continue to
work through the supposed "time-off". Create a faster and more efficient way to
get people graduated.
18
For the fall semester, I loathe going late into December. Ideally, we'd be done
with finals the first week of December. Of all the times to be studying for finals, a
week or two before Christmas is awful. I don't care at all about "reading days",
because there's no reason for them. This is my second degree here at UVU and
I rarely had courses on Friday. Remove the reading day and give us a longer
break or a shorter semester.
15
For the spring semester, I prefer starting a bit later. This year, we started on the
11th, and I liked that. I don't mind going into the first week of May for finals. I
would like Spring Break to be a bit later in March. Or even in early April. A break
before that final month of classes is huge. It lets me recharge before the last big
push.
19
Having shorter semesters. BYU gets out much sooner than we do and it get's
frustrating at times, especially when trying to job hunt and they essentially get
first picks because of their availability.
20
I don't mind having fewer or less breaks, but one issue I have is when the same
class keeps getting missed because of holidays on that weekday. For example,
this spring semester I started the nursing program, and some of the classes
follow parallel paths about what body system they cover. Because one class was
on a Monday which has multiple holidays in spring, the content of the classes
later I'm the week have been affected because we didnt have the knowledge we
needed from so many skipped classes. I think having breaks is important for
students mental health, but I think some sort of balance needs to be found so
classes aren't being short changed. A similar issue happens in fall with Thursday
and Friday clases.
21
I rather have a shorter semester and take out the breaks. During spring break
and fall break, I do school work anyways. It hasn't been much of a break for me.
So just taking it out and ending a week earlier would be my preference.
22
I would add Juneteenth as a holiday for the summer semester.
23
Hold in person classes like we paid for
24
There's a lot of Monday's off and that resulted in a lot of missed periods of a very
important class for me. Could have used more class time.
25
make it so spring break is right between first and second block instead of having
a couple days of second block before spring break
Table 1
Do you have any other suggestions for improvement of the academic
calendar? (n=997) [936 ‘No’, 61 suggestions summarized below.]
If you could change anything about the academic calendar, what would
it be? Representative comments
1
When students have breaks, those breaks should be exempt from all school -
including homework. Having assignments due during breaks essentially
makes it so we don't have a break at all.
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2
Emphasize to faculty and staff that a day off for the mental health of students
is just as important as a day spent learning. Too often this semester has a day
been "off" only to find assignments due during this time.
3
Uvu shouldn't be able to charge full tuition for online classes. I'm getting 1/3rd
of the experience and paying full price, it's BS.
4
Please try to remember that student burn-out and depression is very common
for colleges and universities. Breaks from schoolwork are one of the best
ways to prevent it. If the university is planning on reducing break days, please
take mental health into consideration as well.
5
Please take into consideration the move-out days for off-campus housing are
largely based on BYU's schedule. I have had Final Exams during "homeless
week" multiple times, and that adds undue stress. I don't even really care how
many days off I get during the semester, but I want to be able to take final
exams before I have to be out of my apartment. .
6
Make finals fall on the same day and time as class is normally scheduled
7
If you do a Fall break, please align it with local school districts. Many UVU
students have students in school. Having breaks at the same time would
make a huge difference for those families.
8
I only wish the calendar was more accessible for students. It is hard to find on
the UVU website.
Table 2
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Demographics
Gender identity
Figure 15
How do you currently describe yourself? (n=1,029)
%
Female
58%
Male
38%
Transgender
0.29%
Genderqueer/non-conforming
1%
Do not identify as a female, male, transgender, or
genderqueer/non-conforming
0.39%
Prefer not to respond
2%
Total
100%
Table 3
1%
39%
60%
Prefer not to respond Male Female
What sex were you assigned at birth? (n=1,029)
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Employment
Figure 16
UVU Students Employed 21+ Hours per Week = 60%
Hours per week at primary employment
%
Count
None. I am not currently
employed.
15%
155
1 - 10
6%
60
11 - 20
19%
196
21 - 30
26%
269
31 - 40
20%
206
41 or more
14%
143
Total
100%
1029
Table 4
15%
6%
19%
26%
20%
14%
None. I am
not
currently
employed.
1 - 10 11 - 20 21 - 30 31 - 40 41 or more
Hours per week at primary employment (n=1,029)
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Marital and parent status
Figure 157
Figure 18
54%
43%
2%
1%
Single Married or
domestic
partnership
Divorced,
separated,
widowed
Prefer not to
respond
What is your current marital status? (n=1,026)
55%
20%
18%
4%
1%
1%
No
Yes. They are also enrolled at UVU.
Yes. They are enrolled at a different
institution in the area. (i.e., BYU, UofU,
SLCC, etc.) (please specify institution)
Yes. They are enrolled at a different
institution outside of the Wasatch
Front. (Please specify institution)
Other (Please specify)
Prefer not to respond
Do you have a spouse or partner who is also enrolled
in college this semester? (n=442)
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Figure 19
Other: I’m a caregiver for other relatives.
Volunteer work
Figure 20
22%
76%
1%
1%
Yes No Prefer not to respond Other
Do you have children (minors) in the home whom
you support? (n=1,022)
33%
67%
Yes No
Do you spend time doing volunteer work (unpaid)
on a regular basis? (n=1,020)
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Religious identity
Regarding your current worldview, with which of the following
descriptors do you most closely identify? (Select all that apply)
(n=1,046)
Agnosticism
9.75%
Atheism
9.18%
Baha'i Faith
0.19%
Buddhism
2.10%
Christianity, Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints
68.36%
Christianity, Non-denominational
3.44%
Christianity, Orthodox
0.19%
Christianity, Protestant
0.76%
Christianity, Roman Catholic
1.34%
Confucianism
0.29%
Daoism
1.15%
Hinduism
0.38%
I prefer not to answer
3.54%
Islam
0.38%
Jainism
0.10%
Judaism
0.19%
Native American Tradition(s)
0.48%
None
2.58%
Non-religious
7.84%
Not listed/I prefer to self-describe
(please specify)
1.63%
Paganism
1.91%
Secular Humanism
0.86%
Sikhism
0.10%
Spiritual
5.64%
Unitarian Universalism
0.19%
Zoroastrianism
0.10%
Table 5
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Languages spoken
Which languages do you
fluently speak? (mark all
that apply) (n=1,023)
%
American Sign Language
7.33%
Arabic
0.78%
Chinese
1.66%
Creole
0.29%
Danish
0.20%
Dutch
0.20%
English
99.90%
Filipino/ Tagalog
1.27%
French
3.23%
German
1.27%
Hindi
0.39%
Italian
0.78%
Japanese
2.83%
Korean
0.88%
Mandarin
0.59%
Mongolian
0.10%
Navajo
0.20%
Other (please specify)
2.15%
Portuguese
3.81%
Russian
0.88%
Samoan
0.20%
Spanish
20.92%
Swedish
0.39%
Thai
0.29%
Tongan
0.39%
Urdu
0.10%
Vietnamese
0.59%
Table 6
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Native language
Which is/are your native language(s)?
(Select all that apply.) (n=1,021)
%
American Sign Language
0.
39%
Arabic
Chinese
0.39%
Creole
0.20%
Danish
0.10%
Dutch
0.10%
English
94.91%
Filipino/ Tagalog
0.39%
French
0.49%
German
0.20%
Hindi
0.29%
Italian
0.20%
Japanese
0.20%
Korean
0.20%
Mandarin
0.10%
Mongolian
0.10%
Navajo
0.10%
Other (please specify)
0.29%
Portuguese
0.29%
Russian
0.29%
Samoan
0.10%
Spanish
5.09%
Swedish
0.10%
Thai
0.10%
Tongan
0.10%
Urdu
0.10%
Vietnamese
0.29%
Table 7
0.49%
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Comments to share with UVU administration
Figure 21
Yes (Text; topics mentioned) (n=293) (some comments mentioned
more than one topic) Top 10 most mentioned topics
Frequency
Topic
65
Online Course Delivery
53
Instructors
33
Misc.
23
Scheduling
22
Financial Concerns
18
Diversity
17
Program Concerns
17
Suggestions
15
Advisors
10
Masks
Table 8
71%
29%
Not at this time Yes
Do you have any comments you would like to bring to the
attention of administrators regarding your UVU
experience? (n=1,016)
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Representative Reponses by topic
Online Course Delivery
1
The online academic learning method is a failure. I know this is a result of covid but I feel
more relief should be given as a result of such a drastic change and hardship. For
example, because of online learning I have had to rethink the way I do school resulting in
the inability to learn and loss of motivation. I just ask that the UVU staff looks to be
compassionate in a time where the world has forced so much change and difficulty upon
us. I wish to continue proudly at UVU and hope that I can keep the generous scholarship
award I have been gifted. I look forward to attending UVU like normal. Thank you for your
consideration. :)
2
I do not feel that some of the online classes are up to standard with in person classes. I
know it has been a crazy year but many classes I feel that I am paying for class then
paying for a book and teaching myself all of the material.
3
Distance learning has been incredibly helpful for me. I would like to suggest that distance
options are continued post-pandemic for as many classes as possible. Live-streaming
classes and interacting with them is a great option, especially to prevent the spread of
common illnesses (like the flu or common cold) during the school year while allowing
students to attend classes anyway.
4
The flexability of being able to view video recordings has been invaluable, especially for
my highly technical classes.
5
Remove discussions on Canvas. They are a waste of time.
6
I think that there should be more options for online. Especially during the summer, it’s hard
to (be employed) and attend school.
Instructors
1
Professors need to be more closely monitored. Students should have opportunities to
provide regular feedback about their professor. You should have 1 or 2 days each
semester where an appropriate supervisor visits the class, with the professor absent, and
they listen to feedback. Some teachers have ridiculous grading schemes. Some
professors have totally unfair tests. Some professors are extremely lazy. But as a student
we feel powerless to do anything about it. It frequently feels like your GPA is as dependent
on how your teacher decides to run the class as it is on your hard work.
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2
I have had plenty of professors at UVU that have impacted my education and future for
the better. However, the administration needs to be aware of how professors interact with
students, particularly those who are pursuing their BA or a higher degree on campus. I
have had an experience where a professor, who is teaching within my BA program, has
expressed to me that (he/she) considers us "friends" and "feels responsible" for the
decisions I make in both my professional and personal life. This professor has asked me
and several other students many times if we would like to come over to (his/her) home to
"hang out", which for all I know could mean anything. This professor has joked in class
several times that "it would be much better if there were fewer and fewer students here",
and none of us feel comfortable in class when these words are shared because we all
worked very hard to be accepted into the program.
The way this professor interacts with students within the program, in my opinion, is
uncalled for and inappropriate. There needs to be a better form of communicating with,
checking in on, and evaluating professors who have worked on campus for many years-
more specific questions need to be asked and the administration needs to hold professors
accountable if they make students feel unwelcomed and uncomfortable.
3
Regarding spring Break I think it is a great thing to have. I didn't have a spring break
(because) my Professors still had things due at the beginning and ending of my spring
break, So I had to keep to my normal schedule…. so what is the point in having it?
4
I feel very unsafe in (one of my) class(es) and am constantly feeling indirectly attacked
because of my own political opinions. Our teacher is extremely vocal about what he
believes in and every reading assignment and homework assignment is extremely biased.
This is no longer a [removed] class and now is a class that is centered in trying to shove
and pressure the students into believing what our teacher believes. I have not learned
anything about [the course subject] and have only learned that our teacher thinks I am
immoral and unjust due to my beliefs. I do not have extreme beliefs, my political opinions
are the same as about half of the country's belief and so I feel very attacked and unjustly
been told that my beliefs are wrong immoral. I think it is important to see both sides of the
argument and to learn about opinions that I do not believe in, but this class is not balanced
and is showing the biased material as the only reasonable opinion and that anything else
is wrong.
5
Honestly some of the professors are quite un-involved in ONLINE COURSES. They
grade slowly or fail to engage with the class via lectures, announcements, etc. I’m not sure
how often you check in with professors but I feel like that could be helpful. Also, my
graduation date got pushed back because of lack of classes available which was
frustrating
6
Some of my teachers over the course of the pandemic have been hard to get in contact
with. I do not think this is a good thing because the students need help from teachers
especially since we are mostly online.
Misc.
1
I know that because UVU is open enrollment, the graduation rate is pretty low. This
semester has been especially hard for me with some personal things, and I think it would
be helpful to have more support from the university to help us stay on track to graduate.
2
I had a difficult time getting accommodations for my disability. The school and disability
office need to learn more about ADHD and specifically how (each individual disability)
works, as it can be a paralyzing experience. Accommodations for this particular
experience are not available, and I was only able to access the accommodation I need
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because I have additional diagnoses. I seriously considered transferring to a different
school over this, because other schools offer the same accommodation for ADHD.
3
There are many places outside that are really unsafe. When I reported them as unsafe it
took weeks of effort and work to get that changed. Much of the exterior of this campus is
UNSAFE when it is dark. Honestly, I am nervous walking on this campus when it is dark.
Lights dont work or there are none. Construction has only made this worse- it has been a
NIGHTMARE and really UNSAFE. UVU should be ashamed at how awful that campus is
at night.
4
We need better education about sexual harassment, abuse, and assault. Particularly what
behavior is actually appropriate to expect from professors etc. and what is explicitly not.
Many transfers and freshmen don't know what is inappropriate... or exactly who to go to to
talk about any issues.
5
There needs to be a vent or something in the liberal arts building bathrooms; the air
stagnates and smells terrible. Another note on bathrooms: I had a friend who often had to
tote their infant around school with them. Hardly any bathrooms have a changing station,
and she would have to walk quite (a long way) to simply change a diaper. I'm glad to note
that breastfeeding stations have been put up, but I feel that more diaper-changing stations
would also be great to have (for parents of both genders) .
6
I would like administration to be more aware and alert for bad weather reports. There have
been times in my education process that I have been required to (commute to Orem)
even in terrible conditions. A snow day should have been called strictly for safety reasons.
7
The new wifi UVU has is so bad that I refuse to come to campus anymore to study.
8
My biggest complaint from Spring 2021 (as well as Fall, 2020) is purchasing books. With
Book Match, I have purchased unnecessary books and wasted much time and energy
trying to figure out which books I actually need for my courses.It would be extremely
helpful if students were given accurate information about which books to buy directly from
the professor with plenty of notice so students are not left to scramble at the last minute to
get course materials. On another note, it would also be helpful if all the (announcements
of) events UVU offers were located in the same place. I was able to attend many events
this semester, which I loved, but it was often hard to make sure I wasn't missing out on
other events since I had to check multiple places to find out about events.
Scheduling
1
My biggest complaint is not having classes for my major more available after work hours
(past 5 pm). It makes it challenging for me because my job requires I work full time and
doesn’t have a lot of flexibility with my taking classes in the morning or afternoon. I would
say the way schooling has been handled during the COVID-19 pandemic is a step in the
right direction because while the professor has a scheduled time for their classes, they
have also included class recordings so in case I'm not able to join at the meeting time, we
can go back and watch the session and gather any notes we need from there. When life
gets back to normal after this pandemic, this would be a good thing for professors to
continue to do.
2
I find it frustrating when I have registered for a certain course delivery method and
professor, but then the day before the semester starts it suddenly changes the professor
and platform.
I also find it annoying that a large majority of the math and science classes for summer
semester are mostly all at 10am (all at the same time), and a few online. I don't have the
option to take more than one class (like I need to) for the summer
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3
Offer more degree specific classes in the evenings (after 4pm) for career working
individuals. And offer them more frequently than once every other year.
4
It's frustrating how there are practically no art classes available during the summer
semesters. It would be wonderful if there was at least the option to take Independent
Study classes during the summer to work towards graduating and still continue to learn if
we have the desire to. I certainly would be interested in that, but my teacher informed me
that he wouldn't be interested because he isn't paid to do Independent Study during the
summer semester.
5
They further you get into a degree the harder it is to find classes that you need to take that
work with your schedule, especially electives. If there was a way for students to build their
planned schedules several semesters out and/or request classes be offered in advance
that might allow for the school to better prepare what classes will actually be filled.
Financial Concerns
1
UVU has underprivileged students who are homeless (couch surfers, etc.), food insecure
(cannot get food without an address), and more but does little to assist other than telling
them where to go for resources. YET, when UVU is running at full capacity on campus,
food is thrown away due to red tape. UVU could consider working with a local charity to
help students by donating a nearby building or house to another foundation to help. How
can students do well when their basic needs are not met?! I have personally known 9
students who were in this situation, yet out of 9 students--only 1 graduated (albeit
delayed). The other 8 dropped out. I believe that UVU seems to see this area as gray &
not their problem... but nonetheless, it does affect their completion rate.
2
Please consider giving students more time to pay tuition. I don't make a lot and the
monthly payments are fairly high.
3
I think music students have been completely underrated and underappreciated. Most of
the student fees go towards the sports department and that is completely unfair to the arts.
I hate how we as music majors have so many extra fees that we have to pay in addition to
our semester. We have to pay $500 for a required course 6 times in our degree (Private
Lessons), we have to pay $225 per semester as an "Accompanist fee" as well as so many
more required fees throughout the rest of the semester. How is this fair that we are
required to pay over $800 more in fees per semester when people on sports teams get
free things handed to them left and right. They get a free meal every single day, free
equipment, etc. Both the sports teams and music students are having to stay after school
for practices, rehearsals, etc. However we are the ones struggling with fees slapped onto
our program. This is ridiculous and completely unfair and no one from the UVU
administration seems to care. That is my biggest issue with UVU.
4
Advisors need to make sure students are aware of tuition amount change with increase of
credit hours. The emergency fund at UVU needs to be more easily accessible to students
who need it.
5
Give us tuition breaks. This online learning is detrimental to our overall education. I’m
paying thousands of dollars for YouTube videos and subpar education.
Diversity
1
Help - I am a lesbian woman in the [removed] program. I feel indirect homophobic
attitudes and some sexism but I dont know how to ask people to understand or be nice
without offending my classmates. I need help but I don’t know how to get it!
2
I feel like some of my beliefs and ideas are not accepted on campus. Acceptance can’t
only go one way.
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3
Also, there are so many programs and diversity movements that sometimes I feel less
comfortable because I am white. Diversity is good, but sometimes people need to
remember that diversity doesn’t mean minority. I don’t feel as important or wanted at UVU
because I don’t fit the “ideal person” that UVU so obviously seeks to find. Maybe diversity
and inclusion needs to include EVERYONE (go figure) instead of only minorities.
4
The administration talks big about 'diversity and inclusion' but rarely acts in a way
congruent with those values.
5
Please remember we are a public university and have a fairly diverse population.
Consistently having commencement speakers that have (high-profile) positions within a
certain church does not demonstrate a commitment to diversity and people of different
backgrounds.
Program Concerns
1
I would like the DANCE dept to be able to share a calendar with important concert/due
dates so everyone is aware when of the busiest weeks- every teacher I talk to has no idea
what the other teachers are planning/what ballroom/ballet/modern is doing and it is
exhausting the students.
2
UVU's trade programs are being neglected, and I would like to see more support for
development of those programs.Overall, I think UVU administration would benefit from
taking students and professors advice on what they need to further their programs
3
Overall, as a transfer student I miss the school pride I felt at my previous institution. The
school as a whole, fails to make me feel involved or important. I would appreciate
opportunities to do collaborative projects with other departments within the school of the
arts. I would appreciate university activities in which different departments are involved to
help feel a sense of school unity and inclusion amongst the different programs.
4
As a student in the visual arts department at UVU, I've found there is a dire need for non-
male educators, specifically within illustration. My classes are majorly made of non-male
students, yet there are no professors who reflect this perspective within the department.
I've had one female art professor at UVU, but she was only part of UVU faculty for a short
time. I'm disappointed in this lack of diversity.
Suggestions
1
I was driven out of the [removed] program due to lack of gender diversity, as well as
sexual harassment from students and a professor. Additionally, MAKE A BETTER
EFFORT (to deal with) SEXUAL HARASSMENT. last weekend, a [UVU] employee was
arrested for sexual harassment. I was told by (another UVU student) that she and her
peers were told by faculty members to keep the situation quiet. Waiting to take action until
an incident has occured is never enough. Title IX/student conduct faculty should give
seminars to ALL CLASSES. Or have semester reviews were students can fill out a survey
for each class on their safety. It is scary to ask for help, I am glad I did, but I did not get the
support I (deserved). This is far more important than any (other survey questions). UVU
has a lot I am grateful for, and I know this is a topic they try to do well at, but please, make
a priority to keep improving
2
Some teachers aren’t very easy to work with. Students should be taught what to do in
these situations. I also think that a class for freshman should be required where they learn
about all of the opportunities on campus and how to get involved. If not a course, the
orientation courses should be updated and improved to help freshman transition better.
Also, I think that textbooks are pointless in most courses. I’ve bought textbooks that I
haven’t used and gotten an A in the course. I now can’t find anywhere to sell back these
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textbooks so I can get my money back. If a textbook is required it should be provided by
the school the McGraw online textbook or some other online format.
3
During the semester it would be nice if polls or reviews could be taken on professors and
the way the class is going throughout the semester so that things can change if need be
before finals.
4
Please put blinds in the hallway between the GT and CS Building. We can afford new
garbage cans on campus, but can't accommodate students in one of the busiest hallways
on campus? All other buildings with study areas and views facing West have blinds. By all
means, please visit that hallway during the sunset hours. Most of us students who study in
that hallway have all invested in ball caps, and the faculty whose offices reside in that
hallway often express how unfair it is to be blinded every afternoon while trying to study.
Put that CARES money to good use.
5
There needs to be better signage by the main roads stating where the paylots are located.
The is no signage in the Rebecca Lockhart building hallway stating the location of
classrooms 217 to 228, or 115 to 145. I couldn't find room 221 at all, and finally an hour
later, someone know where it was... Not Cool! Post a darn sign in the hall!!!!!
6
Add a larger Wolverine statute in the middle of the roundabout near the business building.
The current statute gets over taken by the flowers and people dont even know it is there. I
like all the UVU things that are going up and I feel like school pride is going up as well. By
adding another monument to the school in a place where most people enter from would
help a ton!
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This comment is truly for the benefit of students wanting to pursue graduate school--I wish
there was a more developed infrastructure to obtain internships and or have a more
connected alumni network for graduate school or internships. I felt like I was really on my
own, and was envious of other neighboring institutions like BYU or the University of Utah
for their more established internship programs and networking alumni events. Maybe UVU
can establish this in the near future?
Advisors
1
The advising program at UVU needs to be considered. I have spoken to many UVU
students who have had a bad advising experience from planning their entire schedule on
their own to not being made aware of changed requirements, etc. I believe that something
needs to be changed and the needs of UVU students need to be better addressed.
2
I had a really bad experience in the beginning of the semester with my advisor. I had a
meeting with [them] wanting help picking classes that I should take this semester. It lasted
about 3 minutes and [they] said that I should take all of the classes that I was suggesting
and said that they were perfect for me. However, half of my classes were dropped
because I was not qualified for them. I did not notice that I needed a class that I had not
finished yet for one of the classes, and the other I had not properly matriculated into. The
second class did not say the classes I needed to be properly matriculated, so I had no
way of knowing I was not qualified. I expected my advisor to tell me these classes
would not work because I asked exactly that. This put my financial aid in jeopardy
as I quickly needed to fill these empty credits with classes that would qualify me for
my aid.
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3
There have been multiple times I have emailed my counselor and not had a response.
When this happens, I'll call but they haven't answered. The most recent time this
happened was during COVID-19 and my counselor didn't answer because she was
working from home. I had to call the counseling center and speak with a secretary and she
was able to connect me with my counselor. This is very frustrating, especially when it's
about registering for classes that will quickly fill up if I don't have the necessary information
or need prior approval to add the class.
4
Hire more advisors. I have had many issues with the advising at UVU and I think that
could be remedied if there were more so each student could get more attention and help.
5
It would be nice to choose your own Academic Advisor (one your comfortable with) and
have them assigned to you on your dashboard.
Masks
1
Remove the requirement to wear masks, makes class impersonal and difficult to
understand the instructor. I am almost done with the semester and the only people that I
know are the ones that the instructor assigned in the group and we met after class in
person. virtual groups remove accountability. If masks are "necessary" offer mask and
maskless classes. I did not transfer schools to have a poor school experience, I moved
states and have yet to meet people through classes or clubs because nobody is on
campus and those who are on campus do not want to interact with others. We are adults
and we should be allowed to manage our own risk and be accountable adults.
2
No more masks! At least while in the wellness center. Its making people sick and
unhealthy!
3
The social aspect of in class attendance sans masks is important to the development of a
well rounded student.
4
Please get us in person and out of masks as soon as possible! Receiving a [performing
arts] degree over zoom is near asinine!!
Pandemic
1
I would love to see UVU students treated as students instead of liabilities again. COVID
brought so much pressure on UVU faculty and staff to worry so much about student's
"safety" but it made most of us feel more threatened, brought about many mental
struggles, and a distrust between administrators and students. Had we been treated as
educated adults instead of kindergartners with cooties and limited freedom, my respect
would have been as high for my school when I ended as when I began.
2
I have very few complaints about my treatment over the last 3 years at UVU, but all stem
from the last 2 semesters. The instructors you hire, who teach in your institution, represent
you. I have been told to "kiss my wife and daughter goodbye, you will see them at the end
of the semester". I have been questioned and threatened when bringing up V.A.
appointments to professors due to attendance policies. I have been told to "manage my
expectations" when I voiced concerns about managing my home life with school. This
administration preaches a new way forward, one which helps those disadvantaged at birth
and yet it hires instructors who do not share this view. Over the course of the last year I
have seen this university become just another wheel in the cog of systematic oppression.
If you are born poor you are not worthy of an education. If you are not an 18-24 year old
with financial support from a family member than you are not deserving of a good grade,
or even a chance at graduate school. I can honestly say I once held pride in this
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organization. Spend more time speaking with your student body, the people who make
your university matter, and remember why you are here.
3
Nearly all of students attending UVU in person choose to be there in person when there is
an online option available, and nearly all of us are in the low risk category when it comes
to Covid-19. I would highly recommend following local guidelines and dropping the mask
mandate when the time comes.
Parking
1
Please make parking free
2
The parking situation is a joke, and more stalls are reassigned or bulldozed every year.
This is a commuting school with increasingly tighter options to commute.
3
Make parking at EE building free or cheaper purple lot.
Face to Face Courses
1
We are paying full price for tuition and the online classes are very ineffective as we are
usually teaching ourselves. Bring back face to face classes.
2
Please have more options for in-person classes. I love that there are online options for
students that need that. But I would hope that going forward there is always an in person
option for students that prefer that way of learning. I personally don't like having online as
my only option. I could pay a lot less to another college to take online classes. I don't feel
like I'm getting the full value of my education.
3
Please let us go back to class in person. We’ve been online long enough and it is trying
extremely difficult to stay motivated when everything is online.
Mental Health
1
Please provide clear direction and way to access help as a student struggling with mental
illness. i reached out to the accessibility office unsure if that was even the correct way to
go about it, and was denied. being denied absolutely hurt me and only further perpetuated
feelings of isolation and extreme dispair. i felt like i didn’t know what to do with my school
work that semester. i was seeking therapy through a private practice. i just needed
someone to help me and advocate for me over my inability to make deadlines for school
work and lack of attendance because i was in such a dark place. i needed someone to
professionally contact my professors and grant extensions or leniency. i had an issue with
one professor not believing me when i mentioned my extenuating circumstance (which
was scary and hard to even say in the first place) and that has stuck with me to this day. i
really hope that uvu can make it clear how students can get help and that uvu has our
backs and cares for its students. i hope no student in the future has to feel lost and in
complete despair because they didn’t know who to turn to for accommodations for school
work that is being impacted due to their mental health. students who have mental illness
and choose to attend school are absolutely brave and need to be supported and
protected.
2
Many college students deal with mental illnesses. Some professors have been very
understanding of this and other have not. I believe that professors need to be more aware
of mental health and the struggles that those of us with mental health illnesses go through.
3
Please please PLEASE bring back normalcy to UVU. I’m tired of conforming to wearing a
mask and socially distancing. Before the pandemic I never struggled with depression or
anxiety, now it’s a daily battle. I miss sitting in a class learning from a teacher and
interacting with my peers and BREATHING AIR. I miss having connections with people.
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The problems the regulations this pandemic has caused is much worse than the pandemic
itself. I beg to whoever is reading this with my LIFE. Please bring normalcy back, we may
not be suffering from COVID but we are suffering from this lifestyle and I think hell might
be a more comfortable atmosphere.
Non-Traditional Student Concerns
1
I do not feel that UVU supports the non-traditional student. Each semester I struggle to fill
my schedule with class times that will work with my employment schedule. I will not be
able to take classes next semester because there is only 1 online class available and it is
completely filled (obviously there is demand). It is very discouraging, because I am already
taking longer than my classmates since I work full time and go to school part time and my
degree keeps getting prolonged. Please consider offering more online courses to support
non-traditional students. (My degree is Computer Science.)
2
I don't feel like the international student services care to reach out and explain things to
international students. Some of them appear to think international students don't speak
English and they brush off questions in a rude tone.
Good/Thanks
1
To the UVU administration, I know this past year has been challenging because of the
pandemic. I just wanted to take this time to say thank you so much for all your hard work. I
know there are students out there that complain about certain things, and don't know what
happens behind the scenes, so thank you for all your work and countless hours all of you
have devoted to trying to keep us safe. Thanks for all you do!
2
I love UVU. The Returning Wolverine Grant saved me and helped me graduate. Thank
you so so much! The Public Health professors are the very best! I love you UVU!!!
3
I have worked with the Title IX office this year on a recent domestic violence relationship I
was able to survive. I am grateful for UVU’s Title IX office and the student health services.
Thank you for this survey opportunity!
Scholarship Needs
1
Please provide more scholarship opportunities
2
I wished that getting financial aid was a bit easier to obtain or there were more resources
to help find the needed information to better fill out forms. Having more unique
scholarships would help students like me that have to have two jobs to pay rent and go to
school. Scholarships that could include topics like sexual abuse and domestic violence as
it is an experience that was out of our control. Having more resources to find support
groups for people that deal with these trials and support groups and therapy for
transitioning from faiths or religious abuse. If there are, providing more information on
where to find these resources.
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Appendix
Faculty or Staff that made a difference
You mentioned there was a faculty or staff member at UVU who made a positive
difference in your UVU experience. Would you mind telling us who it was and briefly
describe the experience?
respon
se #
Name of
faculty or staff
member
Positive difference
1
(1): I don't
know. (2):
Andrea
Callaway
(1): Helped pick career path. (2): Great Advisor
2
(null)
My teachers have been great at encouraging us during
online learning and all the Staff at UVU have made an
effort to help students succeed! I love it here!
3
(null)
She taught Math 1010 REALLY well
4
A. DISNEY
Dr. Disney was so attentive, kind, hardworking,
understanding, knowledgeable, personable and so much
more. She is easily one of the best professors UVU has.
They are lucky to have her, and I am lucky to have had a
handful of classes with her.
5
Aaron Organ
Mr. Organ will do anything, absolutely anything to have
the student engaged and aligned to succeed. His passion
for his job is hard to describe. He will help however he
can for anyone to conquer their dreams. Best professor I
have ever had in my entire life. Please thank him for
encouraging myself to continue my life planning. ~ Denis
Ronchini
6
Alexis Palmer
Alexis is a wonderful faculty that cares for students. She
emails back quickly and she is caring for every single
student.
7
Alicia Wall
She was so supportive and helpful when I needed help
understanding what my schedule should
Look like and was overall just wonderful to talk to. She’s
a great academic advisor.
8
All of the first
semester
nursing faculty
I had been dealing with a lot of anxiety during winter
break and going into the start of the program. The first
few weeks of the semester were a really hard adjustment
for me, but all my professors are so supportive,
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welcoming, and encouraging, I felt like I could keep going
and not have to give up.
9
ALL of the
nursing
teachers! Gaul,
Brunger,
Maughan,
Swenson
they are so nice, friendly, and supportive. they make me
so excited to become a nurse!
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All the
Instructors
Respect all the students
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Alley, Chelsea
She taught with enthusiasm and understanding. She
expected great things from us but also felt like a friend
who gave us the tools we needed. She was inspiring!
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Allison, Chuck
Professor Allison's courses were always the toughest,
most thorough academic endeavors I participated in while
at UVU. He expected a lot of out of his students, and
always pushed us to understand material on a
fundamental level. I know I grew exponentially whenever
I had the pleasure of taking one of his courses. But that's
not all.
Even though his courses were rigorous, he was always
understanding of his students needs and happily fielded
all of my questions. I looked forward to meeting with him
during office hours because I knew I would leave with a
better understanding of the material and appreciation for
how it is applied. I'm glad to have had the pleasure of
taking some courses from him during my time at UVU.
I'm certainly a better engineer for it.
Thank you Professor Allison!
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Amber
Tutweiler
Encouraged me to pursue art when others have
discussed my age as a challenge to find work later.
14
Amie Houghton
She’s helped me outside of school with personal life and
is an idol for me for my career path
15
Amy Bennion
She's always supportive and helped me to finish strong
last spring semester with COVID throwing everything off.
She's just a great person and professor.
16
Andelin, Barry
he is a great professor. he provides organized slides,
modules, is clear with his expectations for assignments,
and is respectful of free time of students like spring
break.
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Andelin, Barry
They showed how much they cared about each student
and has a passion for teaching that you can feel.
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Andelin, Barry
Dr. A has done nothing but provide a wonderful learning
environment for typically confusing subjects. He is a
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fantastic professor who has been nothing but respectful
and is always so helpful and patient.
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Andelin, Lane
(Barry)
Fantastic and compassionate professor. Very
knowledgeable in Psychology and goes way out of his
way to help people to succeed and learn in his class.
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Andersen,
Bonnie
I should have taken the time last spring 2020 to point this
out, but the exemplary efforts of Dr. Anderson in her
physics 2020 class to maintain a quality educational
experience remains in my mind the gold standard for
education in the present crisis. their live interactive
classes, ability to adapt to the situation on the fly, and the
incredibly high quality of teaching ability saved me from
failing the course which if it had occured would have
been a huge hurdle to get over to graduate in a post
covid experience.
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Andersen,
Bonnie
she is clear, helpful to ALL students, she made
understanding PHYS easy
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Anderson, Allie
She is very patient as my English teacher and makes me
feel both comfortable and willing to improve in my skills. I
messed up a few times on assignments but she was ver
understanding
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Anderson,
Chris
He is a great professor who cares about his students! I
have taken 4 courses from him and no other professor
even comes close!
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Anderson, Thor
The start of my degree has been a bumpy road, and he
has made learning more fun and bearable. Thank you,
Thor!
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Anderson, Thor
He is just a great instructor and listens really well to
student concerns. He's a great balance of fun and
disciplined.
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Anderson,
Zann
Outstanding professor, model teacher
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Andrew Bibby
Helped me grow and learn a lot with the workforce and
gain a lot of experience in communication
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Angie Kelleher-
Banchero
she is an amazing light in the dance community,
encouraging, cares greatly for her students, passionate
teacher
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Anthony Buck
He continues to support me in my degree. He goes out of
his way to help me succeed and I couldnt have asked for
a better instructor. He helped me try and forget about the
stress that this degree has causes and helped me find
my passion and my love of music all over again
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Anthony
Romrell
When Covid started his class immediately and smoothly
transitioned into online learning, a lot better than some of
my others. In general the Digital Media department's
been well-prepared and adjusted. In a class this
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semester I even have a teacher using discord to help
class run smoothly.
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Anthony,
Robbin
She has been very supportive and helpful with my
academic planning.
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April Kirk
She has helped so much with getting on track to
graduation. Going above and beyond!!
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April my
academic
advisor
She works to get me the help I need, even if it’s outside
of her office hours. She goes above and beyond to make
sure I’m doing okay.
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Arocho, Rachel
She has helped me so much with applying to the BSW
program and she taught me a lot in her family science
course
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Ashley Larsen
She was the first one to make me feel welcome on
campus.
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Atkinson
One of the few general-ed classes I've taken that actually
enriched my life.
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Atkinson,
Shannon
Changed my view of philosophy
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Audrey Reeves
Audrey truly cares about each and every student she has
and their success.
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Austin Brent
Very understanding
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Austin, Brent
Just a phenomenal teacher who really cares about his
students and knows what he's doing!
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Austin, Brent
He is constantly there for his students and is transparent
about the real world.
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Austin, Brent
He didn't just teach the class about communication, but
he taught us life lessons. He also taught us a great deal
about being a good person, being positive, being kind. He
made class engaging and was always there if we needed
anything. He is one of the greatest teachers that I have
ever had. I was so lucky to have been a part of his class.
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Ballard,
Micheal
In his class he had us do a journal each week just writing
out our feelings of the lesson and how it applied to our
life. It helped me see learning and trials I have have in a
new light. Learning is exciting again and more meaningful
to me.
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Basil Hamdan
He is an extremely talented professor. His teaching style
is very helpful and he is very kind.
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Becky Math
Teacher
Great teacher. Cared for us. But yall didnt keep her hired
because she didnt have a Masters.
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Beeson, Sam
Just an amazing professor who really enabled me to
excel.
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Ben Cummins
Positive influence. Great instructor
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Benjamin
Holland
Helped me view the world in a new light, and made me
decide that I wanted to be like him!
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Beucher,
margaret
She made my microbiology class very applicable for my
degree and didn’t add any unnecessary work or stress.
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Bhattacharjee,
Debanjan &
Zhu, Yingxian
They have both been excellent teacher that encourage
learning for yourself. I have loved their method of
instruction. They teach the skills you will need then ask a
question point you in the right direction then let you make
the connections yourself leading to deeper understanding
and long lasting retention of subject material.
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Bice, Krista
She is so quick to respond to my emails and always
offers one-on-one help, even if it means having to do a
video call over spring break. She really cares that I
understand the material and does whatever she can to
help me succeed.
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Bingham,
Cassie
Excellent mentorship
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Bird, Micheal
Provided a great place to work and learn!
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Boden, Jeremy
He was a great professor that really cares about his
students. He made me even more excited about my
major
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Boden, Jeremy
His teaching style was fantastic. He was very engaging
and had what he called a “opinion corner” where he
would go to share his personal opinions. He got me
interested in my major and what I’d like to do for graduate
work.
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Boden, Jeremy
S.
Made me love learning. Was very insightful in the
feedback. You could see he loved teaching about this
subject.
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Boss, Braden
Positive attitude, encouraging and supportive even I had
given up on myself, non-judge mental, approachable for
help
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Boyer, Bret
He helped me to understand a more big picture of why
we are learning. How it is more important to learn and
know the content than get a good grade because we will
be using this knowledge to serve others. Changed my
whole attitude and perspective on grades, studying, and
class.
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Bradshaw
Brought excitement to science with real expectations and
the best teaching experience I've ever had
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Bradshaw,
James
He was the only professor that I learned something from
during my first semester back.
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Braithwaite,
Melissa
Melissa cares about me. I know she does. She always
emails me and checks on me and helps me make
homework plans. She also tells me what classes to take
next which is nice.
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Braithwaite,
Melissa
She is an AMAZING advisor!
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Bret Bretton
Open discussion and critical thinking encouraged.
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Breton, Brett
One of the best professors I’ve ever had, I know that he
honestly cares for his student and enjoys engaging in
meaningful relationships with them
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Brett Bretton
He is always available to go over information. He is really
open to talk to and really cares about his students and
their success-even beyond that specific class but in life
too.
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Britt Wyatt
She is the kindest person that I know on campus, feeling
personally invested in the success of all of her students.
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Britt wyatt
Really tried to help us succeed and showed care for
everyone
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Britt Wyatt
She’s caring
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Brock Jones
Inspired me to choose the degree that I loved and
motivated me to write and create
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Brooks, Lauren
She regards her students as human beings, not just
numbers on a screen.
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Brooks, Lauren
Dr. Brooks is one of the best people on staff here at UVU.
She helps me constantly progress towards my goals, she
cares about her students and those she mentors and
goes above and beyond for them constantly. I have had
many great professors here at uvu by known as
influential as Dr. Brooks.
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Brooks, Lauren
Lauren Brooks was such an involved and understanding
professor. She helped me to feel involved and excited for
school for the first time since middle school. She takes
lots of personal time to explain class concepts personally
and seems to have a real interest in my development as
a student. She is really the only professor that has made
me feel like I matter at UVU.
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Brooks, Lauren
Was always there to help. Helped with questions, help
with applications and everything else! She is amazing!
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Brooks, Lauren
She is just so happy to help with any concerns that I
have, it really makes me feel like I can succeed even
though I don’t always have the best understanding of the
material.
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Brooks, Lauren
and Flood,
Sara
They are awesome teachers and really make me want to
do well in class and succeed.
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Brown, Kat
She was very nice and understanding. She took time to
teach concepts and ideas we did not understand. She put
us above everything else. She’s knowledgeable and
treated everyone with respect. It did not matter if our
questions were stupid or intelligent, she always helped. I
have never met a professor who respected me and my
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classmates that much before. Even while we were live-
streaming, it felt like we were a big family.
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Brown, Mary
Mary has pushed me to pursue a career in Public health,
she has helped me with the coursework, worked with me
and life events, and even after a few semesters of not
having her, she follows up with me about my career, my
school, and remembers specific things about my life. She
truly cares for her students and wants them to succeed.
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Brown, Mary
Cunningham,
Ruthann
Jackson, Sue
Thorough, patient, generous with time, helpful and
encouraging! Love these women.
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Bryan Eldredge
Went above and beyond in making clear how important
my education was, and how much he wanted me to
succeed
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Burgun, Wendy
I had her last semester which was my first semester at
UVU and she was so nice!! Every day she would
remember my name and ask how we were, you could tell
she cared about her students.
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Burnah, Tavish
Was very good at teaching the difficult material in a way
that made sense to me.
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Burnett, Jeff
Just a really really good teacher
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Burton, Cami
She's amazing! She knows what she is teaching. She
makes sure you know she cares about you. She makes it
more than just a classroom.
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Burton, Cami
Best professor I've ever had. Cami is kind, caring,
dedicated, and passionate. She helps all her students
nurture a passion for SPED and develop as a teacher.
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Burton, Fish
He helped me become eager to write and learn in
college.
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Call, Jennifer
I've taken 4 courses from Professor Call over the course
of my time at UVU. She is an amazing professor and has
always been there for me whenever I had questions
about the class. She really made online lectures
interactive and fun. I can tell that she is passionate about
Autism Studies and genuinely cares about student
success.
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Cameron, John
We discussed variety of topics, shared our thoughts on
different theories in Psychology, which expanded my
interest toward it. He also provides help and gives
suggestion when I'm facing some problem with my
education
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Cami Burton
Supportive, kind, had taught me so much!
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Campbell,
Monica
She made me feel included in the dance department as
an individual and feel able to have a successful career in
Modern Dance.
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Can't
Remember
Both in person English teachers were amazing, as was
my psychology 1010 professor. I felt like they enjoyed the
topics they taught, and they were my 'champions'
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Card, Arlen
Taught real life prep, very interesting class, helped me
feel very prepared for life after college
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Card, Arlen
Active in promoting opportunities outside of the
classroom for personal growth and career development
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Cassie
Bingham
Advisor at Center for Social Impact
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Cavanaugh,
David
He was so eye opening as a teacher, and really listened
to what I asked and said. He challenged me to think like I
never had before.
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Chadwick,
Tyler
He was relatable and helped me gain an appreciation
and understand the importance of English and writing.
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Chakravarty,
Debjani
She is extremely knowledgeable in her area of expertise
and has an amazing balance between holding her
students accountable and making sure we learn. She is
dedicated to her profession and overall an amazing
professor.
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Chan, Leo
He teaches in a way that it makes stocks and bonds
sound fun!
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Chapman,
Rebecca
She made me realize I can still be a valuable flute player
even if my major is not music related.
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Chapman,
Rebecca
She has helped me learn so much about how to play the
flute and teach lessons. She is always patient and
understanding.
100
Charles
Knutson
Amazing professor, great teacher. Creates a great
learning environment
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Chase Ramsey
Chase was and is very intimidating, but it is abundantly
clear that he sincerely knows what he’s talking about and
is educated and contemporarily versed in the field I am
going into. And, as I’ve been in his class almost three
months now, I realize that he does care about his
students and truly loves teaching us, and I trust him to
help me learn what I need to to succeed.
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Chavez, Cesar
Friend and positive influence.
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Chris Anderson
Has been excellent this semester at facilitating my in-
person/livestream course. Is able to include everyone no
matter where they are and uses the technology well. Very
good at instructing, makes me excited to learn more and
gets me interested in the topics.
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Chris Young
They took time out of their day to look over my illustration
portfolio and help me know what more I need to apply to
the Illustration program. Always very kind and friendly to
me.
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Christopher
Thornock
He was so willing to work with students and use what
they knew to teach them instead of just using a general
curriculum. He was fun, and passionate about what he
did. He made class exciting and I was always looking
forward to his class. Some art professors are just critics
who ended up teaching but he genuinely loves to further
what we know as well as provide constructive criticism
instead of just insults veiled as advice. He was awesome.
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Cieselwicz,
Josh
In my nighttime courses, the professor was very
understanding of work needs and even rearranged some
due dates to accommodate those of us that had working
conflicts. And he did this without making any big deal
about it.
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Cindy Hatch
Cindy has been always on top of everything she is
assigned. She has always been supporting all her
coworkers in any aspects they need help with. She has
an outstanding work ethic.
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Cindy Lau
Very available and supportive
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Cindy Lau
Super helpful and understanding. Is very friendly and
exceeds all expectations for a student counselor/advisor.
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Clark, Julie;
Richards,
Grant; Waters,
Shane;
Graham, Brad;
Hulet, Elizabeth
"Lizzy";
Clark: lived through decades & could explain changes
well, wide, understands that students think differently--
very intelligent. Richards: His experiential experiences
combined with positive psychology lessons made a
profound impact on the course of my future. Waters: His
charisma for the subject of Geology helped me consider
order, organization, appreciation, & truth about Earth to
care for it more. Graham: understood non-traditional
students, could teach the non-math brain how to do math
that still makes sense! Hulet: Helped me overcome fear
of speaking, even in class by sharing her own life
experiences with communication.
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Clarke,
Matthew
Incredibly helpful and encouraging! Hes not afraid to tell
people they need to prioritize their time. He has a strong
oregon for literature and art in any form. He was my first
professor but never once was I intimidated. He took his
role seriously and I enjoyed the pressure and the growth
that came from his expertise. Also he gave us chocolate
once.
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Clayton, Marty
He gave me another chance to get into the animation
program and has been very patient and supportive.
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Cody Thatcher
Cared for students
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Cody Thatcher
She was an incredible mentor and teacher to me.
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Connelly, David
Goes above and beyond teaching.
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Conner, Lafe
Best professor ever. He cared about his students and
went above and beyond to help us learn about life and to
share his passion for learning.
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Copas, Leigh
Ann
Leigh Ann has always been extremely supportive and
understanding. Best boss ever.
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Corrine
Wallentine
She helped me learn to love myself. Years of ballet
training takes a toll on a person mentally, but I felt as
though Corrine helped me out of the critical ballet
mentality just through her teaching approach. I always felt
that I was never good enough and that I would never be
good enough. It was not good for my self-esteem. But
Corrine taught ballet in a positive way. She looked for
improvement, while my other teachers looked for
perfection. This impacted me greatly.
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Cousins,
Robert
He is an excellent teacher that is passionate about what
he teaches. I felt very loved and welcomed in his class,
which was something I really needed at the time. I felt
close to my class and made some great new friends.
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Cox, Dale
Dale is an excellent professor, mentor and all-around
great human
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cox, Dale
He is helping me see the importance of thinking clearly
before I just jump to a conclusion. Being clear
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Cox, Michael
By showing his students that he cares about their
success
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Cox, Suzy
Understanding and interaction
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Craig Thulin
He makes class enjoyable and I’m learning a lot.
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Criddle, Reed
They listen to me and try to help as much as they can.
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Cummings,
Ben
Really great professor who really worked hard to create a
high quality class.
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Curtis
As an SI instructor, she was always prepared with
material pertaining to what we were studying. She was
very clear and patient in explaining concepts we didn't
understand.
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Dale Jolley
He made a really difficult semester so much easier. He
was so accommodating with everything going on and just
really kind to me.
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Dallin Durfee
Professor Durfee believes in his students and does
everything he can to help them succeed. He's one of the
best professors I've ever had!
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Dana Dogett
Dana was the perfect introductory professor. He put a lot
of thought into his lessons, really cares about the
students, and was always willing to spend extra time
helping.
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Darah Snow
just very supportive of me while i was going thru a very
hard time in my life
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De Nesnera,
Kristin
Provided so many great learning opportunities and
provided so much help.
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Dean, Luke
Helped me choose my major and encouraged me to
pursue the career path I am currently on.
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Deb Thornton
She is very supportive and empathetic of her students
and dedicated to their success. I don't feel like another
number in a sea of faceless students; I feel like she cares
about me personally and wants me to succeed.
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Deb Thornton
Deb's class was challenging in a way that helped me
grow, she has also been so patient and understanding of
all her students struggles and I am so grateful I was able
to take her class this semester.
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Debetta
elizabeth
Very nice to everyone. Made everyone feel like they
could write.
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Devin Taylor
Incredible teacher
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Disney andria,
professor
ruggles
Scott Kerri
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Dixion, Lisa
They supported me when I had no motivation, also,
helped me have the right plan.
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Doctor Matthew
Jensen
They are a fantastic professor that is good at preparing
his students for what real life will be like.
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Doggett, Dana
Made learning computer science enjoyable, doable, and
worthwhile. I always looked forward to going to his
classes, walked away from class like my time was well
spent and I learned something. His classes always felt
fair, and that my time spent learning was always well
rewarded and never did I feel like an assignment or test
question wasn't something that I was given the tools to
answer. He was a great teacher and wish I could've had
more classes from him
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Doggett, Dana
Enthusiasm and real world experience.
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Domyan, Eric
Very patient and explains things very well. I have learned
a lot from my classes with Dr. Domyan.
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Domyan, Eric
He’s been a great research mentor and has given me a
lot of opportunity and taught me a lot.
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Don Capener
Absolutely stellar Econ class. MBA level.
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Dori
McClelland
She help me understand campus when I was about to
give up on classes she lift me up.
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Doug
Schiffman
Mr. Schiffman clearly shows his passion for the subject
and is able to engage the whole class with his fun and
unique teaching style. His funny sense of humor makes
walking into class feel like a treat rather than a chore. He
is extremely intelligent and is willing to help students as
much as he can, whether it be after or before class. He is
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the only professor that I have had that made everyone in
his class have a deep appreciation for math.
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Douglas
Schiffman
great professor cares about students and their sucess
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Dr Nielsen
Help me play trumpet better. Cool guy
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Dr, Sally Rocks
and Dr. Wiktor
Mogilski
Their passion for teaching is very inspiring. The classes
they teach are hard but they make it fun to learn and
always help us when needed.
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Dr. Dale Cox
He taught us feet-on-the ground, practical wisdom for
being an administrator of a K-12 school. I feel very
prepared thanks to him.
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Dr. Draper, Dr.
Standifird, Dr.
Slack, Kevin
Wilson,
Jeannine
Rushing
These individuals go out of their way to make sure their
students have an amazing experience at UVU, they want
the best for them, and they really care. Even if their
classes can be tough or they can be straightforward
about what needs to be done, they are awesome. they
made my short time here well worth it.
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Dr. Elijah
Nielson
Encouraged Graduate school application and attendance.
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Dr. Fairbanks
Just the passion and love. Also, the awareness of
progression
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Dr. G
So organized and make microbiology understandable
and easy to transition when covid first hit to complete
online class work. If every class was like hers during this
pandemic, I wouldn’t mind online.
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Dr. Heath
Always there to support what I do
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Dr. Jane
Carlson
Dr. Carlson is someone I aspire to be like. The whole
world could be calling down around her and she is still
positive and level headed. When I’ve needed to come to
her for help I always leave feeling like I can overcome
anything and conquer the world. She is genuine and
cares deeply for her students and her work. She is the
main reason I am at Uvu
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Dr. Jeff
Maxfield
Dr. Maxfield has taken the time to get to know me. He is
more concerned for my well-being than my grade. He
does not grant unfair leniency when issues arise, yet he
takes the time to help where he can. He is optimistic yet
realistic in my accomplishments, even when I am
discouraged.
Dr. Maxfield is also brilliant in his field of expertise. He
imparts his knowledge without being arrogant about it.
He is respectful of other's ideas while sharing his own.
His courses are organized and easy to follow. He
responds quickly to messages.
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Dr. Mark Lentz
and Dr. Suzy
Cox
Dr. Lentz truly cares about what he is teaching. Not only
is he passionate about the topic but he understands how
to teach. He is approachable and great to work with. He
creates achievable assignments and helpful feedback. I
grew as student in his class.
Dr. Cox is who I aspire to be! She is AMAZING to work
with and consistently practicing what she teaches. I never
have had to worry about feeling stupid. She is GREAT to
work with! Such an amazing teacher and I have learned a
lot from her!
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Dr. Tauzin
(biology
department)
and Dr.
Chamberland
(chemistry
department)
They continued to make it blatantly clear that they still
care about us, and the want to give us the best education
regardless of our grade that they could despite the online
setting.
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Draper,
Christian(?)
They're a really good teacher. :)
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Draper, Matt
Dr. Draper is animated in his teaching and has made the
courses I’ve taken from him more interesting than any
other courses I’ve taken previously.
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Draper, Matt
Helped me choose the major I am now graduating in by
being passionate about helping people.
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Draper,
Matthew
Dr. Draper could recognize my potential, and helped me
realize that I am much more intelligent than I or even
others thought. He gave me a chance and helped me
believe in myself and my abilities. Thank you Dr. Draper
for SEEING and acknowledging me.
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Duke, Lori
She's always so helpful and responsive
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Dulin, John
He shows great enthusiasm and knowledge aout
anthropology, and makes an effort to let every student
know they're heard and their experiences matter.
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Dunn, Paul
Dr. Dunn always has an open door. It has been
comforting to come to him with any questions or concerns
I may have that don't necessarily relate to biology. He is
happy to help ALWAYS even after I haven't been
enrolled in any of his classes.
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Dunn, Paul
He helped me expand my views and understand how our
actions in everyday life affect our surroundings. He tied
everything I had been learning in other classes together.
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Dunn, Paul
He helped me feel validated and was able to easily
explain complex biological processes in an easy to
understand way. He is very open and willing to help
students and he provided several opportunities for me to
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be involved in conferences that helped me apply my in
class learning to real life situations.
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Dunn, Paul
Dr. Dunn is one of the most inspiring professors that I
have ever had. I could tell that he truly cared about what
he was teaching (ecology and parasitology). His love for
the subjects helped inspire me to love biology even more
and I chose a biology degree instead of finance. He was
always willing to take time out of his busy day to answer
my questions. He has been very supportive and
encouraging of furthering my education by going to
graduate school.
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Dustin Harding
He took the traditional course material a week before the
semester started and put it to the side so that we could
gain practical experience that would actually help us in
the future. He cares about the subject and the students!
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Dustin lamount
Everyday they’re amazing
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E.Johnson
It was my first english professor. She really helped boost
my confidence, I wasn't very good in english in the past.
She was excellent at answering questions and
explaining.
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Eddy cadet
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Elaine
Englehardt
She is so sweet and cares about each one of her
students. She makes me feel valued!
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Elaine
Englehardt
I am a non traditional student and she made me feel so
important and that she saw me In Her class. She also
cares about her student succeeding. I adore Elaine and
recommend her to everyone.
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Elbert, Mike
Mike was my professor for my first class that went toward
my degree and made me sure that it was the right degree
for me. As well as made the class interesting, and taught
in a way that I understood what was being taught and
made the class very interesting. Since then I have done
as much as I can to get good grades and actually
understand what is being taught. Mike is hands down the
best Professor I have had at UVU in my 3 years of
attendance.
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Eldredge,
Bryan
Let me sit in on class sometimes, really good teacher.
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Elizabeth Nield
Help me to find see some opportunities on associates I
can get in fall 2021
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Elkins, Jospeh
Worked hard for me
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Ellen Burns
Ellen cares about each of her students. She calls each
student by name every day. Her methods of teaching are
very clear - she always checks for understanding and
patiently helps all understand when there is confusion.
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Ellie Thompson
She's my supervisor and helped me understand the world
in a bigger way and adapt to new college situations.
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Embry, Bruce
Taught the class in a way that emphasized learning
instead of focusing on busy work.
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Emily Hedrick
Helped walk me through portfolio work for my upper
division degree classes and was very patient in helping
me understand what I needed to know in order to
succeed. Is friendly and positive and eager to help.
185
England, Lynn
and Weeks,
Michael
Best professor I had at uvu and should be allowed to
teach more PJST courses. The man is brilliant and
opened my eyes to more philosophers than most of the
philosophy staff. Dr. Weeks is equally as brilliant and you
should be allowing and promoting his environmental
history class as often as possible
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Eric Meyer
He made the geology class fun and treated us with
respect. He also worked with us to get better grades
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Ericka Johnson
and Tanner
Tremea
Dr Johnson was accepting and understanding. Tanner is
an ASL tutor who is very accepting, kind and very good at
his job. They both deserve a pay raise.
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Ericksen
Very supportive
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Esl
They were always concern about internacional students
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Evans, Jeremy
Made himself available to help students with any problem
during the semester.
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Evans, Tiffany
Even though I don't agree with some of her opinions she
has been able to help me understand my own values and
how I need to change for the better.
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Fairchild, I don't
remember the
first name, I
think David?
He taught
English 1010.
I took his class during my worst semester of school. I had
started working a full time job part way through the
semester when I was taking 17 credits. He reached out to
me to understand my situation and why I was struggling
since I had done well at the beginning of the semester.
My biggest regret is that I didn't pass his class because I
learned so much from his class and from him. He gave
me the opportunity when I found out I was going to fail to
try and turn in what I could to try and pass the class. He
made sure that I knew that I was still a good student and
that I was not a failure for having failed his class and that
he hoped to see me back on campus that fall. He helped
me want to continue to pursue a degree even after that
terrible semester.
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Faurrot,
Vivienne
She listened to me and my experiences and offered to
help in any way she could!
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Fife
Christina
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Fish, Rick
Pushed me to work hard for grade
196
Foote, Joey
Amazing person, super helpful, invaluable to the ed
department.
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197
Fred White
Seriously knows how to teach a class! He is so
organized, informative, and just such a good guy. He
deserves all the praise in the world. He has made my
learning experience so great. ESPECIALLY during a
crazy time like covid!
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Fredrickson,
Chris
Chris has been one of the greatest professors that I have
ever had. I learned far more in his courses than any of
the other courses that I took. He also encouraged the
students to constantly learn and grow.
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Fry, Gareth
Taught me in a way that I understood and built my
confidence.
200
Fry, Gareth /
Evjen Ben /
John-David
Sorensen
Gareth Fry and Ben Evjen both are very passionate
about their teaching and really encourage students to
push boundaries and to succeed. John-David Sorensen
is the best advisor I have had and he is there for the
students and it shows. He will ensure the students
succeeds in school.
201
Fugal, Kaye
She has done more to help me graduate than anyone
else
202
Fullmer,
Howard
Howard is very welcoming and supportive. I'm
comfortable coming to him for help when I need it, and I
know I'll be treated with respect.
203
Fullmer,
Howard
Made the learning environment fun and enjoyable. Made
me want to come and learn.
204
Fullmer, Steve
He taught me to think critically more than any other
professor.
I was so impressed that when students would try and
give vague answers he would dig deeper into what they
meant causing them to really think about what they were
saying.
I ended up taking two classes from him just because of
how much I was inspired by his teaching style.
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Fullmer, Steven
He was very kind and understanding throughout the
semester. I was really struggling and reached out to ask
about an extension for an assignment and he was really
nice and gave it to me. It made a world of difference for
me and my mental health.
206
Gale, Kamree
Bent over backwards to help us complete coursework
during summer 2020 during COVID.
207
Gale, Nathan
He was very understanding of student’s needs during the
pandemic
208
Garcia-Nielsen,
patti
Super nice and positive. Super good culture in the
classroom
209
Gear Up
Mentors
They’re kind, happy and positive. They took us on a
campus tour which was very helpful and fun. They care
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and try their best to answer questions and create a good
college experience. :)
210
Gerke, Brian &
Well, Katie
Listened to me as a student and dancer even though we
came from different dance styles and made me feel
valued for asking questions. They both took time to try
and understand where I'm coming from and it made me
feel more open minded and desirous to learn.
211
Gibby, Kristina
They actively helped me to be successful in their class
and set the foundation for establishing habits that have
helped me excel in my other courses. She is amazing!
212
Gines, Signe
An amazing Chemistry professor, She really cared about
her students. I never felt cared about as a student. The
college has professors who don't care about us, they only
try to get us to fail or be known as a hard class. But
professor Gines was amazing. Every day in class she
would get us to understand the material. Professor Gines
would help with study guides. An amazing professor who
genuinely cared.
213
Glade,
LeeAnne
LeeAnne was not only an amazing professor, she was a
willing mentor to me during a very difficult time in my life
when decision had to be made.
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Goates,
Megan. Kerr,
Lydia. Condie,
Aymee.
Peterson,
Katelyn.
Williams,
LaShawn.
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Goddard, Todd
Made class interesting and fun to participate in
216
Gomez, Sariah
Help me schedule classes
217
Goshert, John
Was the first teacher at UVU that made me feel like I
could succeed.
218
Goslin,
Christopher
I learned a lot of useful life skills in his class.
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Graham, Brad
Helped me A LOT with math that I thought I would never
understand!
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Grant Moss
He was very attentive and he always made me laugh
which was hard to do in the fall semester because I went
through a rough spot. His classes were very important to
me and they always made me happier!
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Green, Karrie
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Guymon,
Jessica
Her wonderful SI sessions, wich very useful presentation,
really helped me understand the class, and she valued
my slow speed.
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Hales, Tom
and Durfee,
Dallin
They both went out of their way to really get to know us
students and help us with our own lives as well as
professional lives. Also very good instructors. They get
the material across very well and are good at knowing
what needs to be touched on and what is ok with the
class.
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Hamdan, Basil
Legit professor
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hammond
They teach in the class. They don't expect us to do all the
work
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Hanson, Kim
She encouraged me to join PRSSA and that has made a
huge difference for me in my education and for my
resume.
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Harding, Dustin
Very genuine and did a great job at making the class
relevant to real-life scenarios as well as being aware of
other classes course load.
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Harding, Dustin
One of the professors at UVU that truly cared about
success and put in hours upon hour of preparation into
his course.
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Harper,
Micheal
I just had him this semester, but his course is one of the
hardest I've ever taken and I love it because it is so
challenging and motivates me to do better, care more
about my other classes, as well as apply all of my
knowledge to my other classes and daily life.
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Harper, Todd
He was exceptional while involved with the UVU Wee
Care program. He absolutely made all the difference for
me as a college student with young children in the home.
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Harps, Julie
Ever since I started my second degree here at UVU, Julie
has been there for me whenever I had questions or
needed help. She helped me more than I can say on my
path to graduating, and I wish I'd had someone like her to
help me through my first degree.
I wouldn't be graduating this semester if not for her. I
consider her a friend, and one of the most important
people I've associated with in my education here. She
always had time for me, and always responded to emails
in a timely manner if I was unable to make an
appointment.
She is respectful, kind, knowledgeable, and a great
listener. Even when I was stressed and unsure of how to
progress in my degree, she made the meetings feel like
conversations between good friends - even when in our
first meeting years ago.
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Harrison, Heidi
Helped me figure out what major I really wanted to be in
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Hart, Vern
He made class extremely fun. Definitely deserves a raise
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Hart, Vern
He is extremely enthusiastic about physics and is great at
connecting the topics to real world situations
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Hart, Vern
During the pandemic, I joined his research group. He
encourages me to focus on a project and allows me to
work remotely. He is kind and always there to answer my
questions.
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Hart, Vern
Dr. Hart taught me that every cloud has a silver lining: He
didn’t just teach me how to learn, but how to enjoy the
journey. Thank you, Dr. Hart!
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Hart, Vern
He has been a great professor and I’ve really enjoyed
learning from him and how he genuinely seems to enjoy
teaching us.
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Hart, Vern
He has helped me so much through the research that
we’re working on. He’s always happy to work with me
and find ways that I can best contribute to the project
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Hart, vern
Excited about the material, less stressful
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Hart, Vern
Vern's skill in laboratory and research education is
unparalleled in the state.
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Hart, Vern
Professor Hart is the "high tide that lifts all boats". He
truly cares about his students, and works tirelessly to
ensure the success of any student who is willing to put
forth effort.
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Hatch, Dan
Professor Hatch accepted me at the level I was at. I
came to school with a lot of life experience and he
respected that experience and helped me to see the
value in what I already knew and how to bring that
knowledge and value into my field of study. He helped
me network in the industry and always spoke positively
about my future. This helped me to believe I was capable
of more than I thought when I started. He bostered my
self confidence and now I know I can go out into the
business world and contribute on a professional level.
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Hatch, Dan,
and Rigby,
Martin
They are amazing and very helpful in teaching me how to
do web design.
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Haug-Belvin,
Theresa
She always has been so supportive and helpful in all that
I do on campus. I am forever grateful for her.
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Healey Izzy
They made it easier to accomplish work without being
overwhelmed
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Hehnly
Actually responded to and gave meaningful feedback on
assignments. Gave meaningful guidance on how to
develop academically and professionally.
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Hehnly, Marcy
She got me to realize that women are powerful.
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Heider,Emily
She was so amazing with her online course! She is
supportive and caring
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Heiny, Erik
A very good professor. Loves teaching and cares for his
students. Open to any and all questions. Taught at the
pace the students were learning and still covered
appropriate curriculum. Was very willing to work with me
when I was sick or had questions and needed help with
assignments. Professor Heiny even met with me on
Teams and answered some math questions from other
classes when the professor for my class wouldn't
respond to my questions. I would choose to take a class
from Erik Heiny any day!
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Helquist, Joel
Great teacher and mentor. Best part of my UVU
experience
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Hendricks,
Emily
She really listens and encourages her students to go
further
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Henley, Marcy
She was just so genuine and funny. She’s a powerful
woman that I honestly really look up to. I hope to be like
her someday in my future career
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Henry,
Marianna
Thanks to her support I've been able to work through
some things that were previously affecting my ability to
do well in school. Shes supportive and understanding
and helps me find the resources I need.
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Hicken, Kyle
He was very helpful in jumping in when my regular
counselor couldn't see me, and he's been so kind.
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Hickman-
Evans, Colette
Literally the most outgoing and eccentric professor that
gave me my love for sociology and social work because I
LOVED her class.
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Hill, Jessi
She gives opportunity I don't believe I would have
otherwise. She supports my endeavors in being a
successful mother, student, wife, professional. I believe
she cares.
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Hixson-Bowles,
Kelsey
I was very anxious to start my first semester as I haven't
been in school in a long time and have had mostly
negative interactions with teachers in my life but she
made me feel very comfortable in her class and was very
helpful with feedback, even though I am online she has
made me feel that not only does my education matter to
her but my well being as a person and that has made a
huge difference in my views on college and has played a
huge role in my motivation this semester.
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Hooper,
Nitzguritzer,
Brandt,
Measom,
Ramirez
They just encouraged me to do my best and keep trying.
They were very organized with their teaching and they
were clear of their expectations.
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Hopkins, ben
He helped me so much through my freshman year and
even though he has passed away he has helped prepare
me for the future.
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Hornberger,
Kristen
She has always listened to my concerns to further
diversity and inclusion in the math lab and has always
been a safe person for me to communicate with
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Hough, Colleen
She is one of the greatest professors I have ever taken a
class from. She felt more like a friend or colleague than a
professor, in a good way. I loved that. She was so
helpful, she really knew her stuff and you could tell she
loves what she does. She is also so helpful, inspiring,
and always supports your scientific efforts and is willing
to help you with them if you need help. I hope to stay in
good contact with her because she has helped me a lot
whether she realizes it or not.
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Hungerford,
Hilary
Provided research opportunity, has helped with career
questions as well
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Hunt, Ken.
Benacquista,
Jane. Graham,
James
Just very good professors, I always feel like I can
approach them with questions and they will respond
timely and nicely. Always leave helpful comments on
assignments.
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Huo, Yang
Prof. Huo fostered a great classroom environment. He
believed in the power of the students and encouraged
them to teach each other. His class wasn't one of my
strong suits topically, but I loved it :)
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Hurdle, Zach
Helped me understand my course
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Huyhn, Mark
just by being a really open guy that makes me feel
comfortable asking questions to and if I needed help
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Hyunh, Mark
Encouragement for students who are struggling
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Irvine, Enoch
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Israelsen,
Andrew
Always willing to provide feedback and discuss topics
after class. Very engaged with me as a student and
interested in the subject
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Istook, Ernest,
Dunn, Paul
Encouragement, Accountability
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Jackson, Greg
Very motivating, inspirational
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Jackson, Sue
She helped me complete my internship hours by letting
me be her intern. She helped me gain valuable
experience and cared about my success. I had her for 3
classes and each of them she made interesting and
showed her passion as she taught. This sparked my
interest in possible career paths.
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Jacob Burdis
and Adam
Bushman
They are amazing at teaching and demonstrating how
principles learned in class apply to the real world. I
learned the most from their class and it was highly
beneficial to me.
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Jacobson, Erik
He was very nice and he made his class clear and easy
to understand. And helped me when I needed it.
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Jason Hill
Great class, gets that people work and so the class is
reasonable cut still difficult. He does a great job!
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Jasperson, Jill
Took the time to talk and get to know us during the
COVID crisis and made me feel better even though I was
really struggling being a new mom and transitioning to
online classes.
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Jay DeSart
DeSart has been one of the most understanding and
easy to work with professors during COVID-19. I know
that he has a ton of students and probably doesn't know
my name, but I have never felt so cared for and thought
of while taking his classes.
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Jeffery C. Holm
I sensed that they had true passion for what they were
doing. he kept a positive and amazing attitude at all
times. and answered all of my questions with dignity and
respect.
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Jennifer Call
She really showed she cared about each individual in her
class. She will always take extra time with a student if
they have questions or are struggling with an assignment.
She is also very sensitive to culture and sexuality in her
classes which makes everyone feel welcome.
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Jennifer
Shubert
She is one of the best professors on campus. She is
engaged with the class subject, regularly communicates
with students, and knows how to teach online classes
better than almost anyone else
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Jenny
Haroldsen
By going the extra mile to answer my questions and
helping me through enrollments.
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Jensen, Brian
Constantly giving encouragement
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Jensen,
Douglas
Professor Jensen is the best resource. He is kind and
always ready to help. He is willing to work on an
individual basis to get over academic issues. He LOVES
what he teaches and he is an awesome teacher. I
recommend his classes to everyone I talk to.
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Jensen, Joe
Very supportive physics professor that bent over
backwards to help me get extra experience in research.
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Jensen, Karen
Helped me to feel better when I was having a hard day
and took my mind off school for a few hrs
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Jensen, Mike
Always come to class with a positive attitude
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Jensen, Mike
Thoughtful responses on all assignments. Immediately
answered questions. Facilitated great discussions.
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Jenson, Ken
He is the rare 1% that cares for his students and their
success. His class felt like an engaging experience vs the
normal UVU hazing their students by bulling them.
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Jeppson
He was an amazing professor. He does a great job at
teaching and he also wrote me a great letter of
recommendation for the MBA program.
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Jeppson,
Nathan
Professor Jeppson cares about his students. He takes all
questions and understands what each student is referring
to when asking their question. He knows how to teach
effectively and clearly. He is engaging in the classroom
and wants each student to succeed. He is by far the best
professor I have had here at UVU.
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Jeremy Boden
Makes people enjoy what he teaches because he’s so
passionate. Not just a grade giver.
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Jeremy Boden
Great teacher, mentor, and friend
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Jessica Ballard
Great Professor!
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Jessica
Wagner
She really encouraged me while it was my first semester
and it was in the middle of covid. She really seemed like
she cared and it was so motivating
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Jin, Ye
From day one, I could tell Prof. Jin worked hard to
provide her classes with high-quality Chinese language
education. Her lesson plans are always precise, to the
minute! She utilizes every resource on Teams, corrects
our homework and gives us weekly feedback and is
incredibly patient with us. Really, every Chinese
language student would be privileged to have Professor
Jin!
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Joe Jensen,
and one of the
Police guards
They helped me feel like I can do great even when I
make mistakes, and when our current situation is really
bad.
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Joe, Jensen
He's been very patient and helpful to me as I've caught
up with my physics courses. I really appreciate his happy
disposition, patience, lenience, and how excited he is
every class period and when he helps me personally.
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John Allan,
Rachel Smith
Very helpful; great teacher
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John
Macfarlane, Dr.
McDonald
They were very supportive and appreciative of my skills
and expertise.
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John, Cameron
I have worked on his research team this semester and
find him to be personable, helpful and genuinely caring
about helping students succeed. He has taken time to
give counsel and help toward future aspirations. He's
been an amazing instructor in all of the classes I've taken
from him as well. I just really appreciate him!
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John, Cameron
worked with me when personal issues arose so I could
still do well in the class
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JOHN-DAVID
SORENSEN
Helped me understand how to plan my class schedule in
the most efficient way possible and was just so helpful
and patient over the phone.
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Johnson, Gary
They actually got to learn my name.
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Jolene Merica
She made me feel special and taught me how to reach
out to people for help and career advancement.
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Jolley, Dale
Professor Jolley really helped me to feel like I was
important enough to have one on one communication
with me throughout the semester, in each semester I had
him as a professor (2). He made sure that I was
comfortable enough to ask him for help whenever I
needed it, and that really made a difference in my time at
UVU.
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Jonathan
Patterson
He is an amazing professor
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Jones
Her Attitude, energy, and her story is what made my day
happy and ready to start.
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Jones, Brock
Showing me avenues I could take in a career connected
to my major.
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Jones, Brock
Extremely understanding and caring professor
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Jones, Kevin
G.
I took several classes from Dr. Jones. He always inspired
me to work hard and be prepared for classes. His
approach to teaching challenged me in a way no other
class has at UVU. I gained so much confidence in
myself. Learning from him is truly the highlight of my time
at Utah Valley University.
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Jorgensen,
Marc
Took COVID-19 measures before the university did.
Genuinely cared and was a warm support. He retired, but
deserves recognition
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Joseph
Mugleston
He was very chill and made class interesting and easy to
follow
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Joseph
Mugleston
Joseph
Mugleston
He makes learning fun!
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Josh
Berndt
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Justin Hill
He is an awesome professor
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Justin
Marks/Cassand
ra
Bingham/Kyla
Fields/Jeremy
Murphy/Astrid
Tuminez
Justin Marks is AMAZING! He is quick to reply. Gives
great feedback. He is so helpful. Cassandra, I took the
Social Impact Seminar from her and she was
INCREDIBLE! She was so encouraging and gave
constructive feedback that enabled me to really succeed
and feel like I could make the difference. Kyla Fields was
who I had to help me review my speech for my
Communications class. She was very helpful and
answered all my questions and didn't make me feel
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stupid. She gave me thoughtful responses to what I
asked. Jeremy Murphy is the professor I had for my
Communications-Public Speaking Class. He was fast at
replying back to me. If I had any questions or
clarifications, I felt comfortable to ask him because he
was so approachable. He was able to help me
understand how best to start and finish strong in my
assignments. How and what he taught in class was so
helpful to me and I am learning so much from him. Astrid
Tuminez, I was so grateful for the gift of the money at the
beginning of the school year and when I reached out to
her to thank her, I wasn't expecting her to reply back to
me personally but she did. It just made me feel that I
mattered even though there are THOUSANDS of
students at UVU.
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Kaela Lunt
Kindness
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Kari Olsen
Helped us really think about topics and ideas that can be
carried beyond the classroom effectively. Was a
personable person to interact with.
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Karin Anderson
Encourages me to ask hard questions and pursue
learning in a meaningful way.
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Kate
McPherson
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Keith White
Has been the only instructor I have had at my time at
UVU that has made me want to go to class. Regardless
of the subject, I have enjoyed his class more than any
other. He showed that he was more interested in our
education than his own paycheck.
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Kerr, Lydia;
Fullmer,
Stephen;
Smith, Thomas;
Jones, Brock
All of these professors brought passion and joy to their
classrooms, and they tried to make it fun and entertaining
rather than not. Each provided integral feedback that has
enhanced my skills as a writer, both academically and
creatively.
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Kevin smith
Caring and encouraging
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Kevin Wilson
I can tell he wants me to succeed and he is doing
everything he can to help me do that.
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Killen, Crit
His class made me excited about writing again.
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Kim Reynolds
Kim helped me find a community and grow as a person
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Kirk
She is my academic advisor. She helped me discover I
wanted to study and how to get my degree.
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Kirk, April
She was always quick to answer my questions and
helped keep me on track toward my person graduation
deadline.
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Knowlton,
David
Made difficult topics easier to understand. Was really
good at meeting students where they were at with
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learning to help them improve. Overall excellent
Professor.
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Knutson,
Chuck
Cool prof
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Kopp, Olga
Very Encouraging
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Kopp, Olga
Scheduling 1:1 check-ins with students, encouraging
students to seek help, very engaged in the students'
success, etc.
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Korstanje,
Jamie
Jamie K takes additional time out of her personal
weekend to make sure I feel comfortable and well versed
in her chem lab
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Kristen
Nuesmeyer
She showed geneuine care for her students and made
sure we felt noticed and important. She went beyond the
duties of a Professor to make sure we felt important.
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Kristie
Dockstader
She made me feel seen and heard in my advising
appointments. She is by far the best and most helpful
academic advisor I have met with. I didn’t just feel like
another student for her to check off a list, I felt important.
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Kristina
Yamada
I really like her class and I feel like she is a great
professor. She is super down to earth and helps
everyone she can with their assignments and sometimes
helps us on a more personal level. She fun and caring
and I love the way she teaches. By far one of my favorite
professors and gave me a new look at how professors
are at UVU.
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Lafkas, Sara
Truly cares about me as a student and makes me feel
valued
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Lafkas, Sarah
Dr. Lafkas has been excellent and supportive as a
professor and example of a professional. I have taken
many classes from her during the past year because I
know that the assignments will push me to learn and
grow as a professional, and I also know that she will be
fair and supportive for extenuating circumstances. Dr.
Lafkas is a great benefit to the UVU MSW program and
UVU as an institution.
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Lance Howell,
sarah graves
He answers fast and effectively. He allows me to be
creative when it comes to my assignments. He is also
very understanding.
Sarah is also very understanding and replies fast and
effectively. She also is very helpful.
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Laurel
Bradshaw and
Gary Measom
They set clear expectations and give timely, effective
feedback.
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Leick, Ryan
Took 3 days out of his schedule during Spring Break to
hold study sessions for a daunting exam
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Leick, Ryan
Doctor Leick has been a great source of knowledge when
I have a question about my degree program or how to
find a career once I graduate. He answers emails in a
timely manner and has stayed on Microsoft Teams after
class to answer any questions that I had. I am proud to
attend UVU because of educators like Dr. Leick.
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Leslie Simon
She has made me feel more important to her and to a
class than any class I have been in at college. She knows
our names, cares for the class, helps us know each
other, and sincerely cares about how well we succeed.
She is amazing!
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Lewis, Megan
She is always responding quick and gives me the help I
need. She also posts great information that will help with
a unit we are studying every time we are learning a new
unit.
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Lindley, Betsy
Betsy has been incredibly supportive and concerned as I
have been recently experiencing a bout of
anxiety/depression.
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Lindsey, Betsy
She always was there for you and really cares about my
success, even if it’s not here with her. I just felt safe
around her
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Lindsey, Lydia
Always shows up to class with a smile, and loves each of
her students
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Lisa Lambert
She is an exceptional educator and really loves and
supports everyone of her students.
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Lisa Williamson
When I was put on academic probation, she helped me
figure some things out
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Litchford,
David. Booth,
Jan.
Several things from Coach Litchford's class really stand
out to me. He had nuggets of wisdom he'd share and a
couple inspirational quotes are still well-placed in my
mind even years later. His class was fun and something
to look forward to, not to mention one that really boosted
my confidence. Jan Booth teaches a class I'm taking this
semester. I'm really struggling with my mental health and
things and pretty tough in my personal life and it means
so much to me that she interacts with me the way she
does. It's clear she cares about her students and really
reads all of the assignments she grades. Even though the
class is just online, I feel like she values and tries to see
me as a person rather than just another online student. I
can't express how much I appreciate her as a teacher,
especially in times of COVID.
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Luca de florin
Incredible class facilitator. I learned a lot and he inspired
me to continue to learn even to this day on my own
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Luca de la
Florin
His one on ones brought me joy and I felt understood
based off of my music choice. He was so open minded
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and enjoyed my music style and found ways to relate to
me. His way of teaching relieved my stress and made me
excited for class.
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Luca Florin
By actually caring about me, making learning enjoyable
and not just about assignments and grades, etc.
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Lundahl, Diana
They were hugely supportive of me and helped me make
it though difficult college experiences for me.
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Lynn adams
Best professor I’ve had at UVU. Very thoughtful of all
opinions and shares great information
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Madison,
Andrew
Supported and encouraged me to try new things.
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Madison,
Andrew
I just enjoyed his classes, I felt like he was easy to
approach and very relatable as well as knowledgeable. I
like it when my professors are still real people.
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Mahnke,
Stephanie
Her class on multicultural rhetorics has given me the
opportunity to broaden my scope of reference and
genuinely expand my worldview. It is inclusive and
respectful. I wish all my other classes were even a
modicum as holistic and diverse as this one is.
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Manwaring,
Connie
She is the best German teacher you got. She pushed me,
encouraged me and taught me more hands on than any
other german teacher you got. She actually cares about
students success and does something about it. she tells
you where you are succeeding, where you need work
and what you can accomplish if you apply your self. She
makes you believe that you can and are succeeding. I
wish I could take another class from her. Lastly she
acutally cared about me as a student. If i told her too
many days in a row " Ich bin muede, und ich habe Kopf
schmerz" ( im tired and my head hurts) she would
sincerely express her concern than proceed to give me
advice like go to bed early and drink more water. Best
teacher ever.
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Mari De Dios,
Jim Mortenson,
Russ Warner,
These are just a few of the excellent teachers I have had
here. I just wish I could remember the names of more of
them. You do have some excellent teachers.
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Marinda
Ashman
Made sure i was successful in her class
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Mark
Hung
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Mark Huynh
Super willing to work with students!! Took his time to
make sure we succeed.
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Mark Huynh
Best biology teacher ever!
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Mark Hyunh,
McKay Echols,
Kristina Davis
They helped me succeed in my science courses at UVU
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Mark Olson
Mark actually replies to emails, answers questions, finds
answers and is usually available. I LOVE the fact he is
my advisor : )
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Marotta,Catheri
ne
She's been an amazing teacher and has helped me
understand the importance of college English even more
then I already did. She has understood that I've had
some difficulties from time to time due to my health
problems but she has always been willing to work with
me and help out in any way possible shes an amazing
Teacher and I'm very happy I've taken English 1005 with
her this semester
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Marshall
Sharpe
He has been the most inclusive and nurturing teacher. I
truly feel that he wants me to succeed!
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Marty
VanWagoner
Marty is inspiring. He truly cares about his students and
wants them to succeed.
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Masoum,
Mohammad
Always making time for the student.
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Matt North
Allowing the flexibility to attend in person and to go back
later and review the lecture in a recording has been
invaluable in retaining the information needed to be
successful. Matt North also has been an extremely
responsive instructor and helped me feel part of the class
community.
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Matthew
Draper
I have taken several courses from Dr. Draper and this
man embodies the values of UVU. His humor,
intelligence, and direct teaching style create an
environment where hard topics may be discussed without
judgment and the pursuit of knowledge is held highest.
Matt helped me ask the right questions about myself. In
his courses, I was challenged and supported. You need
more teachers like Matt. Where other professors may
dance around topics because of politics, Matt is true to
his identity while being able to communicate material and
insight without alienating the listener.
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Matthew North
I’m my third class with him as a professor and he has
done a phenomenal job explaining the material for each
class and I have enjoyed what I have learned from him.
Give him a Raise! :)
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Matthew Potter
They brightened my day everyday and made life more
enjoyable through humor and lighthearted kindness
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Maxfield
Exceptional teaching method with invaluable feedback.
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Maxfield, Jeff
Amazing Leadership Class, in MPS program!
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Maxfield, Jeff
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Maxfield,
Jeffery
Dr. Maxfield is a great teacher who also cares about his
students as individuals. His classes are interesting and
really make you think about things that are important.
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Maxfield, Niel
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McKay, Callie
She made my nursing clinical experience a positive and
learning opportunity. She wasn't stuck on the
specifications of the assignments but focused on what we
were learning and how we were applying that knowledge.
She made a huge impact in my life.
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Mckelle Cox
I am in one of her online classes and I have been so
impressed with the design of this course, but more
importantly with the way that she treats her students.
Even though I have never met her in person, I have no
doubt that she truly cares about me and the other
students in the class. It is very obvious that she has our
best interest at heart. That makes such a huge difference
in these online classes that can sometimes feel
monotonous or even a little bit isolating. She is an
amazing professor!
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McPherson,
Kate
She was honestly just a great cheerleader through the
whole schooling process. I was always able to meet with
her when I needed help and she always met me with a
smile and was ready to help. She took the time to get to
know me and understand some of my unique
circumstances. She is one of those professors who you
know actually cares about you and what your
experiences are like. She was very knowledgeable about
the subjects she taught and was able to accomplish
whatever I needed. Amazing person!!
383
McPherson,
Kate
Being patient, kind, and encouraging when I was going
through a severe emotional crisis
384
Meadow-
Francis, Keri
She is always willing to help and her assignments are not
busy work, but things we need in our future classroom
385
Measom, Keri
Content is very applicable. Clarified some
misunderstandings and cheered all her students to
succeed.
386
Measum-
Francis, Keri
Helped with absolutly everything!
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Medina, Noemy
she helped me when no one else cared.
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Megan Naihe
They were the most incredible professor ive ever had. If
she would teach every subject I would only take her
classes. She is incredible, kind, passionate about her job,
and cares for her students.
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Merica
She was there for me during a hard spot in my college
career
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meridee calder
she was an amazing professor that helped me learn and
grow.
391
Merrill Halling
I am nearing 120 credits at UVU and am a senior. I have
had many professors across many different sciences and
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subjects and none have been better than Dr. Halling. The
passion he has for chemistry and the ability to teach
complex subjects with ease and basic understanding is a
god-send. He made me love chemistry and deserves
every honor that UVU has to give. I have never had a
better interaction with any professor on campus. He is
amazing.
392
Michael Shaw,
Lynn England,
Jeff Nielsen
They're patient with me when I need academic or mental
aid. They've also been willing to be references for me
and two of them provide me with extra opportunities
outside of the classroom.
393
Mike patch
He conducts class in a professional matter and we talk
about really great topics!
394
Miller, Duane
Great instructor and very supportive
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Miller,Joseph
Professor Miller has supported and encouraged my
studies as I work through challenging times. With his
support I have been able to continue as a student and not
give up.
396
Misbach, Alan
Making a personal connection, being passionate about
his program and knowing what he’s talking about.
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Mohammed
Masoum,
Eshan Rohani
They are my mentors and they have been very helpful in
the schoolwork that we have been given but also in the
projects that we have too. They are very kind and always
usually available when I need them.
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Moleff, Andrew;
Schill, Ryan;
Connors,
Roger
Great Instructors!
399
Mugleston,
Joseph
He is a great guy. Although there are over 100 students
in the class, he never gets upset or mean when someone
asks a question. I don't even like Biology that much but
he makes it so engaging that I am taking multiple pages
of notes every class just because I want to. I was
dreading Bio1010 because of what I have heard about
the nature of lecture based classes and indifferent
teachers; however, he really goes above and beyond
what I was expecting from a 1010 lecture professor.
400
Mugleston,
Joseph
Made a class that I didn't think would be interesting
actually really fun and interesting, and applicable outside
of just biology. Never made me feel dumb because I
didn't understand some aspects of the class. Funny.
401
Mugleston,
Joseph
Very matter-o-factly discussed politics and other touchy
subjects when they related to the class material while
maintaining the integrity of the lecture and without
"preaching" to us. We walked away informed but free to
draw our own conclusions.
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Mugleston,
Joseph
I just enjoyed my BIO 1010 online class more than I
expected to. He was a good lecturer. He was clear about
the learning objectives. He offered time after class for
questions and usually spent time re-explaining concepts.
I learned a lot and appreciated his approach.
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Munz, Stevie
She was a great teacher and very helpful.
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Murphy,Lynley
and Kristie
Dockstaderand
I have had professor Muprhy
two semesters in a row in
different courses. Each time she has made sure that her
students are getting what they need for the class. She is
always going above and beyond for her students.
Kristie, she is the best counselor I have ever had! I brag
to people how amazing she is! She has been so helpful
for to me has I have been here at UVU! She has made
everything alot easier in my life!
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Mussett,
Shannon
Amazing professor throughout the whole semester
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Mykenzie
Hydo, Kristin
Lambert, Martin
McDonnell, and
Elijah Nielson
I probably wouldn't still be in the MSW program if it wasn't
for Mykenzie Hydo - she has been incredibly supportive.
Dr. Kristin Lambert has been a great mentor thus far. Her
knowledge and expertise, as well as her humble
approach to her students, has been very helpful and
refreshing. Dr. Martin McDonell was more of a help and
support to me in my undergraduate program but he
definitely made a positive impact in my education at
U.V.U. as he brings humor and camaraderie to the
classroom setting. Lastly, Elijah Nielson has been great -
his approach to teaching has allowed me to retain very
important and valuable information that I will need in the
social work profession.
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Nancy Turley
Mrs. Turley earned her Ph.D. with great effort.
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Natalie Boone
Has always shown care and interest in my life.
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Nichols, Julie
Great learning experience and excellent leadership
working with the Touchstones journal.
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Nicole Gearing
She genuinely cares if her students are succeeding in
class. She responds to emails in a timely manner, she
reteaches stuff, and she gives students more time if they
need it due to circumstances. She makes me want to
learn in her class
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Nielsen, Jeffrey
In his PHIL 2050 class, he has been very accommodating
toward his students and willing to listen. His assignments
provide great opportunities for learning and we are
allowed second chances if we do poorly on quizzes and
other assignments (something I wish I had my Calculus
class). It has been a wonderful class experience.
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412
Nielsen, Jeffrey
This professor cares about what his students have to say
and his class is always a joy to be in. I appreciate what
he teaches and the energy he brings to the class.
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Nielson, Jeffery
He cares about every student genuinely! Also, he taught
life changing principles that I still use todah
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Nisguritzer,
Jorge
He does a great job making students feel open to
participating in class regardless of their Spanish level. I
love how he always keeps a neutral and non-biased
approach during potentially sensitive topics that are
discussed as part of class.
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O’Flynn, Jeff
Always supportive
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Olga Kopp
She went out of her way as a teacher to make sure we
were prepared for real life and grad schools. She showed
that she honestly cares about me as a friend and student.
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Olga, Kopp
They constantly sent out volunteer, internship, and
scholarship opportunities which were very helpful
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Olsen, Dennis
He was a very positive and open minded guy. He told us
jokes that made us laugh and made math even fun too.
419
Olson, Jennie
She’s was an amazing counselor! I always looked
forward to meeting with her.
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Ondongo,
George
This past semester I got very ill and thus quite behind.
This added to my anxiety because I'm in the degree
program and cannot fail any classes. Dr. Odongo has
been an incredibly supportive professor, not only in giving
me extra time to make up work I'm behind in, but also as
someone I can trust to listen to my concerns. He truly
cares about the success of each of his students. Not just
when they are in his class, but moving forward all the way
to graduation. He continues to help me stay on track and
not feel overwhelmed even though there is so much to
do. He truly is an asset to the special education degree
program! UVU has chosen well to keep him on their staff.
Without his guidance, I would not feel as prepared to
become a teacher and I would not have such a
supportive person to reach out to when I'm struggling.
Thank you for employing him. Truly, I'm so very grateful.
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Ormond, Pat
Wonderful mentor, great friend, and exceptional at
helping students reach their maximum potential. He
doesn't rest until he has succeeded in his efforts. He
never quits, never gives up. He just keeps going until
success is a reality.
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Orr, terrance
Motivation
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Ortega, Nichole
Nichole always responds to my emails and thoroughly
answers all of my questions wether they are related to
course content or not. I know she wants me to succeed
and I know I can ask her for help any time I need it.
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Panos, angela
Shared that she was willing to help with future plans
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Patch, Mike;
Gearing,
Nicole; Brandt,
Lorilynn;
Measom, Keri
All of these professors have been phenomenal while I've
had them in the program. They take time to get to know
you and check-in with how we are doing, especially
during COVID. They have taught me a lot about teaching
and I respect them a lot!
426
Patten, Devin
He has been an amazing professor. I enjoy his class very
much because of his teaching style and personality. He
has been my favorite professor in my college career.
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Patterson,
jonathan
He is VERY involved with the class even though it was
online. He treats all of his students like we all matter and
with the utmost respect. He made me want to be a better
student. Super loved everything about his class
428
Paul Parkin
amazing classes and very personable advice
429
Paula Kavmark
Was an excellent teacher
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Pederson,
Vegor
Engaging online classes. Positive reinforcement in
course related pursuits outside of school.
431
Perry, Alan;
Wasserbaech,
Steve; Durfee,
Dallin; Franz,
Rienhard;
Israd, Jaafar;
Mannahiloh
Kaliwot; Hales,
Tom;
All these professors understood their students. That is
the key. On top of that they are enthusiastic about what
they teach. I would recommend any and all of them for
teacher of the year!
432
Perry, Allen
Dr. Perry is just a rockstar of a professor. I wish all
professors were like him.
433
Peter Aldous
and Benjamin
Wassink
Professor Aldous has spent several one on one time with
me just to help me understand Computer concepts better.
He also makes learning fun and wants us to learn
because it is fun.
Professor Wassink has made a virtual online class so
enjoyable and engaging. He has made a subject that I
do not find interesting into an enjoyable topic that I would
like to learn more from.
For both of these instructors I am pleased to recommend
to anyone . I usually do not like male teachers because i
always had a hard time learning from male teachers. But
these two professors have made this semester really
enjoyable.
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Peterson,
Katelyn
Willing to work with me after I had my baby and was
always a positive roll model
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Peterson,
Owen
Great role model, great teacher, great advice.
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436
Peterson,
Owen
Gave me the tools to feel confident in my ability to handle
a Post-Production gig. Please allow him to develop this
course into two semesters instead of one. It would greatly
benefit my peers.
437
Phil Gordon
Went above and beyond to help me gain an internship
and career experience.
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Philips, Dave
He knew how to teach.
439
Phister Jace
super supportive and willing to help
440
Pontious,
Aubrey
She's always there when I need help.
441
Powell, Preston
He taught me much more about scripting and 3D
modeling than my previous UVU professor, and overall is
an incredibly kind, honest, and helpful teacher
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Premo, Josh
They just teach very well
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Premo, Joshua
They were just very aware of our situation and were
lenient when we needed to miss class or we were late
with our assignments. Overall they were just an awesome
professor.
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Preston,Jacque
line
Made learning fun. Provided examples for what she
wanted which helped me to learn how to write better.
445
Prestwich,
paula
So kind and forgiving knowing we are all struggling at this
time
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Price, Kamree
She is so passionate about what she teaches and gives
us tons of resources to succeed. Online classes have
been hard on everyone and I really appreciate her going
the extra mile to help us and always being willing and
enthusiastic to help us if we reach out and need
something.
447
Professor
Angela Wescott
and Professor
Tutwiler
Both of these professors have been so understanding to
the world and my personal happenings. They are
sympathetic and I can tell they genuinely care about my
success and understanding of course teachings. They
are so amazing!!
448
Professor
Gordon. Works
in comm
department
He was so passionate about what he taught. He was
hilarious and happy. Also professor neilsen my
philosophy professor was great. He was very wise and
kind and acknowledged everyone
449
Professor
Krista Ruggles
She is so willing to help and makes things easier on her
students. In a stressful semester, that means a lot!
450
Professor
Packer
Professor Packer taught german in a way that enabled us
to truly learn rather than just memorize. He was
interested in our growth from where we were at rather
than trying to get us all at the same level.
451
Przybyla, David
Takes genuine time to inspire and engage with student
learning. It’s very evident he cares for the well-being of
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his students and takes the necessary time to prepare
lectures and his classroom activities.
452
Przybyla, David
Before I ever took a class from him he was willing to meet
with me and give me career advice and advice on how to
get the most out of my time at UVU. Now that I'm in his
class, he teaches in a way to help us learn the most
important topics that we'll need to know once we
graduate.
453
Pullen,
Stephen
I had missed a few important assignments because of
conditions at work, and Stephen reached out to me and
allowed me extra time to finish them. It was very helpful
an made the difference for a passing grade.
454
Rachel Arocho
She took a special interest in me and in getting to know
me. She would reach out and talk to me as a human and
did her best to help me succeed in her class and learn
the most I could. I really felt like she cared about me.
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Rachel Arocho
Their genuine passion for teaching and positive
encouragement helped me have more confidence in my
scholastic goals and abilities, which was important to me
because I was just coming back to school and was
feeling self-conscious about a lot of things going on in my
life. Professors like Dr. Arocho make a bigger difference
than they could ever realize, and I am grateful that I was
able to take a class from her.
456
RAMIREZ,
AXEL
MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS IMPORTANT AND
HELPED ME FROM GETTING DISCOURAGED
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Ramirez, Axel
I’ve never met him in person, but he always showed
exceptional interest in his students and you just knew he
cared about you even when interactions were online. He
was always quick to respond to questions and you knew
his inbox was always open for questions and feedback.
458
Ramsten,
Ashley
Helped me enjoy learning new things.
459
Raylene
Christensen
She would meet with me during her lunch break and was
a great help and support as a friend while I was
struggling. She worked in the offices in the bookstore and
has since retired, but she made a huge impact on me and
my college life
460
Reaveley,
Isaac
He's made working at UVU a good experience.
Something that wasn't the case in the job I was at here at
UVU before I switched positions. He has also kept me
from just dropping out completely due to frustrations with
this semester, and because of that I believe I'll pass most
of my classes.
461
Rees, John
He has always been available for feedback and advice
even when I am not in his classes. Even when I have
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questions related to the photography industry instead of
just coursework, he helps. Even when it's a personal art
project (in addition to normal coursework), he offers help
and counsel. He has always been as generous in his
positive feedback as has been in his constructive
criticism. He responds to emails quickly and thoroughly.
He's always been there to help and I appreciate that
enormously.
462
Reynolds, Bru
He is open and encouraging in his interactions with
students, and is always willing to help guide, teach, and
listen to me.
463
Ricaldi, Laura
Soo kind
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Rice, Angie
She is my math tutor and she has helped me
tremendously! I have never scored higher in any of my
math courses until I started working with her.
465
Richard Los,
Dan
Waddington,
Ryan Vogel
Being a great professors
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Rick Holmes
His teaching style was no BS. He respectfully told me if
my work was crap. But he backed up his comments with
help to fix my ideas and encouraged me to always look
for ways to improve my projects for his class. Something I
carried into additional semesters of work.
467
Riggs, Erin
They and the herbarium they curate have helped me
engage with my botany courses on such a higher level
than I would’ve ever found without them. The herbarium
rules!
468
Robins,
Matthew
Matt have helped to shape my college experience
greatly. He values the students we works with and has a
desire for them to succeed at UVU.
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Rocks, Sally
She made chemistry fun and I enrolled in a chemistry
minor because of her.
470
Rodayne
He truly understood how important assignment are but
also how to take care of our minds.
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RODRIQUEZ,D
AY
Being very helpful and non-judgemental
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Romrell,
Anthony
He was understanding when I had difficulty with the
content and always made time to answer my questions.
He was always respectful and supportive to his students.
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Rotter, Michael
Joined his research team and set me on a better path to
graduate and continue after undergrad
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RT program
They mean everything to use
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Ruckels
She has made the transition back to being the student
easy. She has a great style in how she teaches and has
made class enjoyable.
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Rudolph,
George
Went above and beyond to ensure that I would be able to
complete courses. Always responded to emails quickly
(including weekends and holidays). Knowledgeable on
subjects he taught and always willing to do extra
research if you had a question he couldn't answer.
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Russell
MacKay
I had him fall 2020 and he did everything in his power to
understand what we were going through and sympathize
with us. If something didn’t work or we didn’t understand,
he just dropped it and tried to teach the info a different
way.
478
Russell, Jamie
Jamie is a very inspiring teacher. Everything about her
classes are educational. I learn about life skills, not only
the topic. Her classes are laid out in a way that minimizes
stress. She’s awesome!
479
Russell, Jamie
She made sure I was ok in my classwork and my mental
health! She listened to my struggles and took time to
explain difficult classes. She asked for class input and
used it to improve her teaching!
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Ryan Vogel
Being better than everyone else.
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Sally Rocks,
Matthew
Hasara
Instructors that went above and beyond their
responsibilities
482
Sam Rhodes
In his lectures and his comments on our work, he is
engaged and involved.
483
Sansom, Bryan
and Requilman,
Shaunna
Bryan always called me by name and asked how I was
doing. Shaunna helped me as an advisor as I decided to
change majors. She was super nice and helped me with
everything I needed.
484
Sarah Graves
She is an absolutely wonderful teacher. So kind and
understanding during covid. Her teaching style is
excellent and she really goes above and beyond to help
her students in person and on Microsoft teams.
485
Sariah Collard
They helped me through my healing journey after an
abusive relationship
486
Saville, Amy
DCP information
487
Sawyer, Teri
She is a fantastic professor. Her first priority is the
success of each of her students. She goes above and
beyond in making sure each student knows they are
appreciated and that she wants them to be successful.
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Sawyer, Terri
always have helpful feedback and was super involved
and supportive through online course
489
Schulzke,
Jenice
Helped me as I started working at the Financial Aid office
and going to school
490
Schumann,
Larisa
She really pushed me to be the best version of me. She
encouraged me so much during this class and took extra
time to help me with any assignment that I was struggling
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with. She was one of the best professors that I have ever
had.
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Science tutors,
unknown
They went above and beyond to help me out this
semester. They helped me feel so much better about
what I was learning .
492
Scott Childs
He has become a friend and has helped me immensely
on getting to where I am today and the programs I am
involved in currently or have been. He is the root cause of
my UVU involvement and is excellent at what he does.
493
Scott Childs
Extremely supportive and helpful. helping with scheduling
in order to graduate on time and keep the international
student requirement.
494
Scott Childs
He isKnowledgeable, informative and supportive.
495
Scott Kelly
Got me excited about my major
496
Searcy, Amie
Professor Searcy is an excellent teacher, is enthusiastic
about content, and encourages students to do their best,
and be effective communicators. She prepares them with
real, applicable, tangible skills and resources in her
subject area. She is amazing!
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sedwick
kind and respectful responses, giving homework and
grading
498
Selland
She helped me research and find information to help me
identify that academic language was the area in school
that my daughter with Autism was missing in school. With
the knowledge she gave me I was successfully able to
advocate for my daughter during her IEP meeting and get
her the education supports she needed.
499
Sellers, Linda
She has been very understanding as I've been going
through a hard divorce and other things have hit hard in
my life. She works with me on it.
500
Shabaan,
Khaled
Extremely supportive with my pregnancy and caring for
my baby.
501
Shane Gunn
Before meeting with Shane Gunn, I had a bad experience
at my first first-year advisor meeting. I felt discouraged
about starting college later, set back due to my poor GPA
from struggling in high school, and alone in adapting to
figure out how to start school and set myself up for
success. Once I met with Shane Gunn I felt a lot more
confident, reassured, and knew that there was support in
many of the areas I was concerned. I was really grateful
for this experience because it allowed me start my first
semester feeling prepared.
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Shane Waters
His enthusiasm about the subjects he teaches makes
learning fun and memorable
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503
Shannon
Atkinson
Everyone always said taking philosophy would be hard.
He made the class so enjoyable and wanted others to
always participate and give our opinions.
504
Shannon
Monahan
Made me feel apart of the class and valued.
505
Shannon
Mussett
She provided a fun Modern Legacies class.
506
Shaw, Kathleen
She always came to class upbeat, even though everyone
was tired (7AM Class) and adjusting to virtual school.
She made all of the different subjects in the class
interesting even if it wasn't a thing you were interested in.
507
Shipp, Dustin
He has helped me with my research project and inspired
me to go into Biophysics.
508
Shirley,
Barbara
She genuinely cared about what I was interested in and
was patient when I wasn't sure what I wanted to choose.
She is also very knowledgeable about what UVU offers
and gives helpful advice. There is no other counselor that
I would rather meet with.
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Shively,
Michael
He gave me a deep love for health and anatomy. He
completely changed my work ethic, my hobbies, my
career plan. His joy and love for his students and for
anatomy is something I will never foret. I aspire to be like
him in so many ways. RIP.
510
Simons, Joe,.
I am the SI leader for his course, and he is always very
happy and helpful to students.
511
Skousen, Bret
Best professor, had in class experiences, brought real
world experience to the MBA
512
Skylar Haws
Easy going and understanding toward my learning.
513
Smith, Serena
Serena is a wonderful professor. She made Geology
class SO MUCH FUN Fall semester. was very
personable with the students and genuinely showed that
the gaining of knowledge was more important to her than
the grading side of things which is very unique at this
University sometimes.
514
Smith, Thomas
and Jensen,
Mike
Both are incredibly funny, vulnerable but supportive.
Great professors.
515
Smith, todd
He was prepared to teach even with a pandemic.
516
Smith-Johnson,
Amber and
Potter, Matthew
Both were excellent at taking time to help their students
and made class inclusive. I could tell they cared about
me. They also see the issues with UVU's education
system and worked with students to help them learn
instead of being indoctunated.
517
Sortore,
Jeremy
He is constantly talking about inclusion and boundaries
and consent.
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518
Sortore,
Jeremy
He is excited everyday to teach me and my classmates.
He is so kind and flexible to suit the needs of his
students. I’ve been inspired to be outward focused with
the way he teaches through humility, respect, and
inclusion. I have often been inspired by him to practice
the techniques we’ve learned in class to practice and
apply them outside of it.
519
Steele-Makasci
Nancy
She really cares about her students and their success.
She has developed that within her program.
520
Steele-
Makasci,
Nancy
So kind hearted, passionate, is a true professor in the
fact that she knows not everyone is a master of their craft
yet and we are learning students. she creates an
environment that is safe, welcoming, and encouraging of
learning.
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Steve Bule,
Paige Bennett,
Courtney
Davis, and
Travis Lee
Clark.
Kind and friendly, not overly demanding. We’re
passionate and knowledgeable about their subject, made
it interesting. Focused on the task, were organized. Gave
class a good atmosphere.
522
Steve Merrin
He was an incredible math teacher who's passion made
the class incredibly interesting and ignited a love for
mathematics that I didn't have before.
523
Steven
Sylvester
He is my favorite professor. I know exactly how to
succeed every time I take his class. There are no
surprises and I am able to learn a great deal. I also know
that he cares and is willing to help however he can. He
also did the most of all professors to help us during the
covid issue.
524
Stewart, Perry
Met with me one one one and helped me personally pick
classes n modify my transfer credits
525
Stone, Brett
Made engineering interesting and encouraged me to
pursue my projects beyond his class
526
stout
Though an audit student, treated me the same.
527
Sturtevant,
Maxfield
They were very helpful when I had questions. Responded
quickly and were kind and did not make me feel silly for
asking.
528
Sutliff, Dan
Dan made information easy to understand. Dan cares
about the success of his students and works to make
sure curriculum reflects that, while also meeting goals.
While I would not recommend anyone attend UVU, I
would recommend anyone take any class Dan teaches
for the value of the experience of the way he teaches.
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Sylvester,
Steven
Professor Sylvester was always very understanding
about my work schedule and conflicts. He made me feel
like he actually cared about me as a student and wanted
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me to succeed. Many professors don’t care about your
work load outside of their class so it really meant a lot to
me that Professor Sylvester was so kind and helpful.
530
Sylvester,
Steven. Suazo,
Jacob. Terry,
Rachel.
All three of these individuals helped make my UVU
experience fun and challenging. They made issues and
course topics I encountered way less stressful.
531
Tara Ivie
She was the only teacher I have had that I can relate to
because I work 50 plus hours per week and she was so
kind to explain how she got through graduate school
doing the same thing.
532
Taylor, Dani
She is always willing to help and is fast to answer
questions.
533
Taylor, Danielle
Good teacher
534
Taylor, Darin
He was the only in person class I held this semester and
has done a great job teaching the class. Also, last
semester I had class from him that started in person and
after Thanksgiving Break when all classes were moved to
online, he did a great job being engaging and keeping the
class interesting. He didn't change any of the material
that we learn just because it was switched to online. I feel
as though this was very hard to do in a surveying class
when a lot of the material is hands on and requires a
demonstration or example to be given.
535
Taylor, Darin
He always cares about his students and helps them
understand the material and get the help they need when
they need it.
536
Taylor, Devin
and Taylor,
Danielle
These are the BEST teachers for facilitating student
learning and offering as much help to be successful.
These two should do workshops for how faculty should
conduct their classes. Very promoting for success
537
Taysom, Troy
He reaches out to everyone, making sure they are able to
keep up with work, helps them through rough times and
cares about every student.
538
Thackeray,
Lynn
He has a strong desire to see all of his students succeed.
He helped me gain the confidence that I needed to
succeed in his courses and in all of my courses.
539
Thackeray,
susan
She is the first professor that I feel like actually cared
about me as a student. She was very active in my
(online) course and she made comments on the things I
turned in. I really appreciate how she takes her job
seriously and wants her students to succeed. I wish there
were more teachers like her.
540
Thayne, Adrian
Asked thought provoking questions
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541
The whole,
Japanese
department
They are excellent teachers and want you to succeed.
542
Thornton, deb
Very motivational and great instructor
543
Thornton,
Debra
I met her in my first semester and have now had two
classes with her. She is more than a teacher; she is a
mentor and friend as well.
544
Thulin, Craig
He is actually the professor that inspired me to go into the
field that I am currently studying. I feel like he is one of
the few professors that tries to not only teach to the
students but Organize his lectures in ways that are
conducive to learning.
545
Thulin, Craig
they just made class enjoyable and his class structure
546
TJ Harmon (I
think that's his
last name, but
I'm not sure,
he's a
psychology
teacher)
He is so kind to the class and always gives his best when
teaching. I've learned better through his
experiences/examples than from the webmaker (even
though that helps too). I also like how patient he is.
547
Tobar, Maggie
Maggie is amazing and makes sure everyone around her
feel supported. She's made my experience at UVU
amazing and so worth it. This last year has been so hard
but having Maggie help me, I've been able to succeed
more than other years
548
Tom smith,
Trevor war
button, Suzy
Cox
They are all incredible professors who care about the
success of their students and are passionate about what
they teach. It’s easy to love their classes.
549
Torres, Ashley
and McDaniel,
Summer
They are very kind and are very personable! They are
very knowledgeable in their fields, and are able to reach
their students with their taught material. They don’t
overwork us, yet challenge us enough so that we are
significantly working! Their willingness to work with me on
missing class once or having to turn in an assignment a
day late due to my divorce proceedings or because I had
sick kiddos was very much appreciated! Life is crazy, but
it’s so much better and stress-relieving when I have kind
professors who know and understand that life can be
really difficult and consuming at times. I am grateful for
the compassion that these two professors have shared
with me. Being a single parent of 3 and going to college
while going through a divorce is TOUGH! But these
professors are amazing and deserve so much praise for
helping me in my times of need.
550
Travis Lovell
very helpful and supportive
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551
Travis Tasker
Really good professor, he lets students add input into
what they’d like to have done in the class and will
implement different ideas even if it puts a little more work
for him to do.
552
Trevor
Thurgood
He has been so supportive and understanding of the
stress surrounding covid adjustments and school. I
appreciate how available and supportive he is to
students. He doesn't make his class easy, but he is
always available to help and answer questions. He
genuinely cares about his students and he's passionate
about microbiology. Such an easy teacher to work with
and I have really appreciated that.
553
Troutt, Jack
The understanding and passion in teaching.
554
Troy Taysom
He definitely cares about you willing to spend lots of time
outside of class also very approachable, does not have
the God-like complex other professors have, feels like an
awesome work colleague who wants to see you succeed
555
Troy Taysom
He really cared about how I was doing in his class.
Overall, he is an amazing and supportive professor
556
Tutweiler,
Amber
She is a dedicated instructor and is willing to work with
students to produce the best learning outcomes possible.
557
Tutwiler
She genuinely cares about how we are doing and is
willing to make adjustments if we are struggling.
558
Tyler Standifird,
Andrew Creer,
Shane Draper,
Sara Flood
They each took the time to get to know me and make
sure I achieve my goals
559
Unknown
Very helpful when I was stressed about getting my
laptop working for class
560
Van De Graaf,
Kara
They worked with my mental health and suggested ways
i can connect with my peers more.
561
Van Wagoner,
Marty
Very supportive and encouraging to all students. He is
always willing to do whatever he can to make sure the
students learn the material. Weekly he reminds us to
email or call with questions, or to schedule a video
meeting so he can explain better. He goes above and
beyond, and is definitely one of the best teachers I have
had!
562
Van Wagoner,
Marty
Took the time to help me individually, and made a
positive impact in class everyday.
563
Vanwagoner,
Marty
Fantastic teacher that goes above and beyond to get his
students participating in real world events and providing
opportunities to network and plan for their careers.
564
Vanwagoner,
Marty
Marty is very supportive and answers a lot of questions
about employment after school. The accounting
department as a whole has done a great job at setting the
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expectations for the recruiting process and making sure
that we as students have a chance to compete for good
jobs right out of school.
565
VanWanwagne
r, Marty
Gave me great career advice and support.
566
Vern Hart
Made me love school
567
Vincent,
Marcus;
Christensen,
Kent; Sharpe,
Marshall
These three professors really opened my eyes to the
world of art, and not only taught me how to draw and
paint well, but taught me the business side of the art
world and how to get started in with an art career after
graduating. They truly care about their students and want
the best for them. They made me feel important, and that
I can succeed.
568
Vistaunet,
Steve
He was a super fun professor that helped me with any
questions that I had and made class really enjoyable!
569
Vistaunet,
Steve/
Lanagan,
Kimberly
Steve taught me to never give up / Kim taught me to love
UVU
570
Vivienne Faurot
Amazingly supportive and compassionate teacher.
571
Vogel, Ryan
Professor Vogel has helped mentor me and is dedicated
to helping me achieve the most out of my degree.
572
Vogel, Ryan
Ryan Vogel focused on not only allowing me to succeed
in the classroom but when it came time to advance my
personal career he took it upon himself to work with me
to achieve a dream using his knowledge and expertise.
573
wagner
She Loves Biology, and helps me love it too. She is
positive and upbeat, and REALLY wants us to succeed.
574
Wagner,
Jessica
Really involved and helpful in as many ways as she can
be to help students understand.
575
Wagner,
Jessica
She is an amazing professor, who gives lot of extra time
to make sure we understand, and you can tell she
genuinely wants you to do well.
576
Wagstaff, Tug
577
Waite, David
Professor Waite goes all in with his work at UVU. He was
fully focused in class, showed care for each of his
students, and was extremely available for help and
questions. He was highly entertaining, and evoked
passion for what he was teaching. It was very apparent
that his students were his first priority. Professor Waite
was definitely my favorite professor!
578
Waite, David
Always trying to help students succeed and overall the
best professer I have had.
579
Waite, David
580
Waite, David
One of the best Accounting professors at UVU.
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581
Waite, David
Very enthusiastic about what was being taught. Helped
bring the spark and flare to the subject. Made sure that
you truly understood what was being taught. Went out of
his way to make sure you were succeeding in his class.
582
Waite, David
and Melo,
Heather
He understands his students and sets up class and
assignments in a way that makes learning the topic
enjoyable and effective. He is passionate about the topic
and shares that with the class. Unlike other classes I've
taken, I feel like the assignments he gives are not just a
task to complete to get a good grade but that really help
the students understand and apply the topic. I'm
considering changing my major to accounting after taking
his financial accounting class.
Heather Mello has also had a positive impact. She is very
respectful of students and questions they have and is
great at helping us understand math.
583
Wall, alisha
She helped me feel like I wasn't alone when I was
struggling with motivation and staying on track. She also
helped me feel excited to graduate.
584
Wall, Alisha;
Hinkson, Kent
Alisha helped me with the tedious task of switching from
one teacher to another mid-semester. Kent made an
invaluable difference in my learning of statistics.
585
Warburton,
Trevor
Trevor was an awesome example of creating a
welcoming and calming learning environment for us
students. He was always so patient with us and yet
taught us SO MUCH. I honestly feel like this was one of
the most important classes that I took in my program. I
am grateful that I was able to have him as a professor.
He is a great teacher and a good person.
586
Ward, Debra
She was excited to see us every class and she didn't
make us feel less than anything if we made a mistake.
We also did lots of fun activities that helped our learning.
587
Wasserbaech,
Steve
He has always worked with me to help me understand
concepts. He is always really quick responding to
messages even if I have sent them at odd hours or on the
weekends, and he has always made me feel that he
cares about me understanding the material and
succeeding in school.
588
weihong wang
always helping students et into research and find positive
career building experiences
589
Welborn, Curtis
Dr. Welborn made two intimidating CS courses, CS 4380
and CS 4490, much less terrifying. He and his TAs did a
great job at answering student questions and spending
time with students in need of help.
590
Wharburton,
Trevor
Trevor's class is excellent because he is an excellent
teacher. He clearly cares about his students and about
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the content area. His passion for education makes for an
extremely positive experience full of learning. He
provides a safe space for all students. He is a teacher
that I look up to and aspire to be like.
591
White, Lilia
Provided a welcoming class experience and genuinely
showed care for her student's wellbeing.
592
White, Lilia and
Huynh, Mark
Great professors and taught very well. I wish I could put
all of my professors. I just love the faculty at UVU.
593
Williams, Jeff
Interactive teacher, always available to help after class,
worked hard to get out class to participate
594
Williams, Jeff
Went above and beyond to help me understand potential
career paths and real world applications to my current
situation and job.
595
Williams, Jeff
Were very helpful when scheduling conflicts were an
issue between deadlines and work hours, vacations and
life craziness that came up during the semester. Also
tried to reach out and be engaged in this time of covid
separation.
596
Willis Knapp
He’s the best
597
Wilson-
Ashworth,
Heather
She encouraged me to reach for higher goals and to try
out a new major that I loved so much! Without her
influence, encouragement, and guidance I would never
have majored in Biology and I would never have gotten
into research, which is something I love.
598
Wilson-
Ashworth,
Heather
I'm not saying I liked her class, I am saying she tells us
about scholarship opportunities which I find so awesome.
Kristina Davis also does similar things, she is a great
teacher.
599
Wing, kent
They were awesome
600
Wioletta
Fedezcko,
Starlie Schmutz
Wioletta F, was such an amazing professor she cared
about what she taught and helped me realize I love to
write. Professor Schmutz was such an inspiration, she
taught so many amazing things and helped me realized I
had a lot of improvements to do in my life. Starlie loved to
teach what she taught.
601
Wisland, Mike
602
Witt, Philip
Helped me earn a special certificate as well as prepare to
grow in my career field
603
Wolt, Ryan
He was a very good and fun instructor for Biology, and he
did a very good job of transferring his classes online
during the spring 2021 semester
604
Wyatt, Britt
helped me get involved in research. Has been a great
support for my future career goals.
605
Xanthe
Farnworth
Xanthe personally makes sure every student is engaged
in class and knows what is going on. She cares about all
of her students and wants them to succeed.
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606
Yamada,
Kristina
Being adaptive to my mental health issues and being
easy to reach
607
Yasuko Saito
Really positive class environment. They were also really
understanding of my technical issues during a final exam.
608
Yoast, Tiffany
Exposed me to new ideas
609
Yuan, Alex
He has always believed in me ane encouraged me to
push through greater depth of character development.
610
Yuan, Guo
Fang (Alex)
He always believes in my success and helps me anytime.
He's a genius
611
Yudi Lewis
She is always finding resources so that we not only feel
included but feel supported to succeed.
612
Zann Anderson
Dr. Anderson is very professional but also feels like a
friend.
He started teaching when I was going through some of
my toughest semesters at UVU. He showed a lot of
genuine interest in helping students succeed and making
sure that courses weren't harder than they needed to be.
This is in contrast with several other courses where
professors expected us to expend an unholy number of
hours to just to pass. I will put in over 30 hours for a
single class some weeks, when you have 2 or 3 of those
in a semester it starts to become very difficult to stay
motivated.
613
Zhu Yingxian
He is the first good math teacher I've had ever since
middle school, he didn't just teach us how to answer
specific questions, he actually wanted us to learn the
concepts behind each type of problem, so that we could
become self-sufficient.
614
Zundel, Dallyn
Dallyn is an amazing professor, he helped me improve
my artwork and helped me to understand art on a more
business/professional level. I was able to take two
classes from him and I wish he taught more upper level
courses, the school and students would benefit from his
talent and knowledge if he were able to teach more
classes.
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