Professor Pellow is truly the best teacher I have ever been taught by. His classes have changed my worldview and career path. He is extremely empathetic, and cares about his students learning and success. If you have him be prepared to have a great time learning!

I love Professor Pellow's classes. They are really informative and inspiring. He always implements new studies and research being done into course materials, and makes sure to cover a diverse range of topics. Could not recommend this class more! You just need participation, 2 open note midterms, and a final project.

Incredibly passionate, his class offers valuable & sometimes unconventional perspectives. For Env S 116 - Sustainable Communities, just be aware the course description is a little misleading. Content is focused heavily on social & environmental injustice issues, rather than policy/technological solutions towards building sustainable communities.

Pellow really understands the life of a student. The concepts he chooses to teach encompass more on actions rather than just learning. He wants to make the class fun for everyone so that students really take in everything they learned in the class and incorporate it into the real world. Kind, fun and an expert to what he teaches... the best prof.

He was such a lovely and easy going guy. Take home tests that are short answer based on class and readings. Readings are a little long. Pop quizzes in class are open note and easy. Really cares about the subject matter. Take him if you have the chance!

David Pellow is by far one of the best professors at UCSB. He is SO passionate and opens your mind to topics that are relevant to our society! His tests are very dense and require critical thinking, but easy. Tests challenge you to think! Would take another class with him!