I really enjoyed having him as a teacher for 105R. I would not consider myself as someone who likes writing but I genuinely enjoyed this class. He is a great teacher and gives really good feedback. He is easily the best writing professor I've had at UCSB.

Most passionate I've had at this school and he's committed to making his class valuable to you. Very accessible outside class and one of the nicest and happiest guys I've met. Really cares about his students, and emphasizes learning over grades. Gives great feedback on papers, grading criteria is fair. Absolutely take a course with him if you can

Best teacher I've had at UCSB!!! His Rhetoric class was exceptional. Learned a ton about arguing and rhetorical analysis which is crucial to any major at UCSB and a great life skill. Ernst was polite, energetic, and passionate about the subject. You will get the grade you put into the class. He is a fair grader but FOLLOW THE RUBRIC!

Good overall professor very funny, nice and welcoming. The class has quite a bit of “busy work” but is still pretty manageable. The professor is lenient and understanding.

GOATED professor, really responsive to emails even emails that were sent really late at night or even past midnight Really interesting course content if you're into gaming and development stuff Course is a 1-2 essays, weekly journals, one major group project, and code projects Chill and enthusiastic attitude in class

Dr. Ernst is one of the kindest professors I've had! All our assignments are very clear and he is very understanding in regards to extensions and absences if you're sick or just need a mental health day. The assignments were interesting and honestly not too hard because he explains everything very well. Loved his class, definitely recommend!