Reviews of professor Andrew Steck

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Really funny, completely real with you. Tells you exactly what you need to succeed. Lectures are interesting and he is clearly passionate and knowledgable about the subject matter

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
He never figured out how to use ICON, frequently posted grades incorrectly and ignored emails (had to use office hours). Readings are 70+ pages, dense, and always unrelated. At least 2 questions/quiz are meant to trick you and ask obscure questions. Paper guidelines are loose but grades on things never discussed. Is nice and friendly, however.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
If you show that you want to pass the class, Andrew will do anything to help you accomplish that. Willing to work with you on a circumstantial basis and understanding of external situations. Great sense of humor and finds a way to make medieval history relevant and entertaining.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Funniest professor ever, full stop. He makes lectures interesting and engaging. He is very understanding and laid back, but don't slack off. He can be a little all over the place but it is clear he is very passionate and an absolute expert in his field. Truly a brilliant dude. Not sure how he stores so much information in his brain!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
I am not sure if I really am just that interested in the course material, or if it is because I find this man insanely attractive, but I am literally never bored during his class. Andrew is obviously extremely intelligent and capable. His lectures are always well structured. It helps that he is a real human and not some weird robot professor.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
One of the best professors I've had. He's very nice and funny. If you show initiative and that you care he will help you. If you bring up extenuating circumstances he will accommodate you to the best of his ability.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
I don't usually post reviews, but professor Steck was fantastic - my favorite professor so far at Iowa. He's funny, pretty laid back, and makes his lecture interesting without getting boring. His tests/quizzes aren't too hard as long as you go to class. Overall, 5/5 and would definitely recommend taking one of his courses if you have the chance.