[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:04.216341+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNjYyMDg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:344130","instructor_name":"Amit Nimunkar","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-04-05 14:54:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best TA ever! Really teaches the material. Always knowledgeable and helpful. you da man amit!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/344130","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:04.216341+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMjMyMzc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:344130","instructor_name":"Amit Nimunkar","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-21 11:02:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amit is the best TA that I have ever had.  He is very funny but very smart.  He is always willing to help and would bend over backwards for his students.  Usually you read if u want to pass pray for a good TA.  I say pray for Amit :) he is the****","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/344130","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:04.216341+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwMDg5MDg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:344130","instructor_name":"Amit Nimunkar","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-08-03 18:14:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"First, Amit is a TA, not a professor. He's really playful and fun in discussion though. I enjoyed him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/344130","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:04.216341+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMDA1MTY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:344130","instructor_name":"Amit Nimunkar","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-04-21 00:10:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/344130","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTIxMTE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-01-11 16:19:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very good teacher for intro chemistry.  The exams were all straightforward and easy (and best of all in class).  Lectures were often entertaining because he blew stuff up.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjMyMDQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-23 16:30:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Demonstrations in lecture were cool, but he was often unclear and LOVED asking us questions and refusing to answer them aloud when no one knew them.  Basically all exams were based on workbook problems.  Reading the textbook was almost useless.  He also refused to write much of anything on the board.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTYxMTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-15 14:40:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures are interesting, and if you do the work problems he recommends, you should do fine on his exams. He's a nice and enthusiastic teacher. I'm glad I took it with him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTIwNDc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-10 18:09:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"shakhashiri is awesome! he has fun teaching and you can tell her really enjoys his job. the class isn't hard at all and he basically gives you ever exam prior to the test. there are practice exams that are literately the exam. its an easy A and his lectures aren't boring at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NDA3MDUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-20 16:55:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chemical of the week is pretty annoying, but other than that a good professor. Attendance at lectures is essential because exam material often covers demos done in class. Easiest exams of all my professors at UW","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NDAyOTQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-19 23:02:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shakhashiri is a great professor.  His class is not difficult at all as long as you attend lecture and do the assigned workbook problems in the workbook that he authored himself.  I would highly recommend him to anyone taking GenChem!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzYxMjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-12 21:58:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think Shak is a great professor. Class is never boring, he's clear, he's funny, and the exams aren't that hard, I've usually jsut gotten things wrong because of stupid mistakes I've made. Just make sure you do the workbook which was created by him and you'll learn everything well. Shak also cancels a lot of friday classes","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NjAxMjMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-06-20 20:41:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"He lectures more on the dangers of drinking than he does on chemistry. all he does is blow things up which is cool at first, but after a while you wish you could be learning something useful. pray for a good TA or prior knowledge in the subject","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MzAxNjIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-04-16 18:14:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Easiest class ever, the final counts for everything. no need to show up to lecture","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MTUxMjM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-03-09 15:05:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"WORST PROF. EVER! the only point in going to lecture is to catch the random stupid facts he puts on tests. He is completely useless. You must rely HEAVILY on a good TA and thouroughly reading your text book because you won't learn ANYTHING from him, except for the dangers of alcohol.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzOTE4NjE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-12-28 15:37:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"I very much enjoyed his lectures and I found them to be helpful for the most part. He is immensely generous with his grading policies, and as long as you do the recommended book work and the like you shouldn't have a problem in his class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzOTEyODUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-12-27 00:51:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"please please do yourself a big favor: do not take his class. although i received a descent grade but i taught myself 90% of the materials. This guy is really unorganized, tests were hard but without big curves and he likes to jump from one topic to another in two seconds.So basically is either u get a different prof or get a good TA with this guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzOTA2NTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-12-25 00:24:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terrible class -too much material, too fast, too disorganized, you basically have to teach yourself. The man was definitely riding his ego. Tests were impossible. Please do yourself a favor and take a different professor. I'll be doing the same next semester because I failed the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzODg4OTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-12-21 01:17:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"He has good intentions, but really is not the best teacher.  Unorganized, unprepared lectures.  Covers lots of information compared to other intro chem professors.  His workbook is really helpful.  If you love Chemistry, perhaps you'll love Shakhashiri.  If not, perhaps you should drop.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNzMyODE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-12-01 20:51:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Seriously, if you are taking chemistry do not take it with this guy. Terrible lectures, and hard tests. He's old, riding on his ego and not helpful outside of class. In comparison to the other chem teachers, he is significantly harder, so do something I wish I would have done and take a different professor for chem.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNjQwOTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-12 21:44:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"he wastes a lot of time on useless information that wont help you on tests or....well, ever. learn everything through your TA or by yourself. kinda dissappointed from what i'd heard before...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNTk5MDAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-05 13:59:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"cool experiments and limited class time. he canceled all friday lectures and about half of our labs. however you'll learn everything from your TA so make sure they're good. his workbook really does help which is good cause he doesnt. his tests are not usually relevant to the practice problems that he gives out so beware...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNTcwMzc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-10-29 08:27:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"i was expecting a good teacher, but i was disappointed me. he hardly teaches. instead, he talks about random useless information for at least half of class every lecture. he does cover important things in lecture, but half the time is wasted. he is very intimidating as well","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNTY3MDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-10-27 14:49:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"I personally like this prof. a lot I think he connects everything very well!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNDU0MDcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-09-03 12:16:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"TA taught us everything we learned.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzMjc3Mjc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-06-19 16:39:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Made me interested in continuing to learn science","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNzU3NjA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-04-24 23:26:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shak tends to make mistakes on the board.  He often leaves to do chem presentations in foreign countries (&#63;).  Encourages rugged individualism.  Better get a good TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNjkzNTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-04-11 17:41:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Just because Shakashiri is famous does not mean he can teach.  Lectures were more confusing than anything.  If you know the practice exams you should be ok on the real exams.  The final exam was impossible!  I would recommend a different professor if at all possible.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNjU3NjU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-04-04 19:23:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"baaddd","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNDM2MjM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-01-30 21:33:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"He uses the same questions from the practice exams on the actual exams. He doesn't explain hardly anything and his lectures are very unorganized. Once he did the same experiment for us three times (each in a different lecture). Taking class with him won't really help you in the future, unless you take a class with him. His bull sessions are dumb.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMzk1MTM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-01-20 12:31:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Bad prof.dose not explain things clearly and if someone asks a question he thinks is dumb he will mock them in front of the whole lecture hall.The only good thing is half the time he dose not come and Dr.Schriner teaches instead,only bad thing to this is Schreiner dose not write the exam so although he teaches well, he dose not teach the right stuf","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDkzMjIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-08 17:38:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are hard to follow.  Doesn't explain things at all.  Test are pretty easy if you do the review sheets.  Hope you have a good TA. Writes things down on the board wrong.  Likes to lecture on how stupid the students are and how bad the class did on tests.  Is gone a lot.  Hard to adjust when he isn't there. Wouldn't take him again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDc3MTU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-07 13:31:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you do the practice exam, you took part of the exam already.  He never likes to come up with new problems so if you do all the**** he assigns, odds are you'll see it agian.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDYxNzk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-06 01:14:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was hard to follow during lecture, but it doesn't matter because his practice tests are identical to the exams he gives and the TAs will help you. He is a lot more fair than people give him credit for. For example, if your grade on the final is better than your exam averages, it replaces the average. Can't get better than that. I'd take him agai","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDMwOTc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-01 21:44:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"His test are kind of ridiculous.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDE4NDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-30 19:38:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwOTQxOTA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-17 22:42:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"AWFUL PROFESSOR","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwODg5NzM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-12 17:02:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Was very inconsistent and hard to follow during lecture","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwNzAwNzg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-04 10:17:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"wow...he definitely doesn't teach in a style you would expect from a chemistry professor.  read before lecture or else it's pointless to go because he doesn't fully explain things.  nice guy though. and his tests are EXACTLY like the practice ones!!  overall not a hard class if you put in some effort","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwNjg5NTA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-02 22:41:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Doesn't Teach... Pray for a good TA","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwNjQ3MzIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-10-26 21:54:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Definately keep up with the readings and workbook exercises. He doesn't like to fully explain things in class so you need to be able to talk to you TA or teach yourself if you don't understand something. He does have good demonstrations though...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwNjM1NDEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-10-25 11:10:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"The lectures were horribly unclear and he kind of comes off as rude when kids correct his dumb mistakes.  However, his tests are mirror images of the practice ones that he gives out, and they weren't that hard if you read on your own and do the workbook.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwNDc4NzEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-09-10 00:22:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"He isn't even in class for the first three weeks. Enough said. And my TA sucks!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDIzMDg=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-08 00:22:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"He did a lot of cool experiments in class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMjE2Mzk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-04-23 15:39:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Exams were easy; he was interesting. Couldn't get much better.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NTY3NjQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-02-26 19:47:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was a great professor.  I'm in someone else's lecture for 104, and although my prof is good, I really miss Shakashiri.  If you don't get an A, it's most likely because you were too lazy to put your time in.  Final exam was easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NzM5NjQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-01-04 21:29:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good lecturer.  Not very approachable in office hours.  Made me feel incredibly stupid when I went to ask him a question in office hours.  Does not curve tests, even when entire class does extremely bad.  Workbook that he wrote was extremely helpful.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDAyMTQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-20 12:42:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Um, all I can say is...his final exam may be worth 2/3 of your grade (especially if you have had a bad grade on a prior test) but unless you have mindlessly memorized the rediculously mundane details, don't expect to get an A on it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NDYyMzk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-05 17:23:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Bassam is the guest lecturer in his own course.  His &quot;necessary&quot; trips to new york and stuff takes him out of class 60% of the time.  When I confronted him in office hours, he scolded and put me down for not listening.  Don't make my mistake, pa","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MjkxMTA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-03 16:17:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNDk2ODQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-11-18 17:30:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Out of town a lot, but a really good lecturer.  If you put your time in, there's no reason you shouldn't do well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNjc5NTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-11-05 16:04:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Always out of town, he better quit and go travelling instead. Nice but useless experiments.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyMzIzOTQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-10-28 19:46:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"The experiments are pointless & a waste of time, though fun to watch. Often out of town, therefore many guest speakers & lecturers. Many discrepancies over exam questions (ie little mistakes in grading that affect everyone & he will supposedly fix later)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwNDY5MzQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-07-12 11:54:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Gets students involved","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTkxMTU1Mw==","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-05-01 13:18:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Everybody seemed to like him, but I don't know why.  He was very annoying, and thought he was so brilliant with all his dumb experiments.  As other guy said, hot girls were a plus.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTU4NDI2MA==","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-02-18 21:12:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Excellent teacher.  Had great demonstrations to show relevance to chemistry.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:52:20.050550+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNjgxMA==","source_instructor_id":"rmp:915450","instructor_name":"Bassam Shakhashiri","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2002-12-12 21:57:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"too much work","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/915450","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODkxODkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-03-06 19:07:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's aware that he mostly teaches freshmen and gears his class toward gradually introducing them to college level education.  Great lecturer and pretty straight forward exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDgzODc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-15 19:32:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Clark is a good enough teacher for a beginning Chemistry class. However, he's not fantastic at explaining and he's inconsistent. The class itself was pretty intense with two tests every three weeks.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDUyMjA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-13 10:03:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class is great! The instructor keeps it interesting throughout the entire semester and makes it fun at times too.The problem with this class is that the TA's are terrible. Not all of them are bad, but a few should no longer be teaching anymore. They will hurt your grade somewhat.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTg5NzIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-08 09:13:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"makes chemistry more interesting. as with any chem 103 it's not a light workload, but i would definitely recommend taking it with landis. lectures are mandatory unless you don't want the iclicker points. online hw is scored based on a 100 point total, regardless of how many points are included on the assignment (100/150=100%)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTA4OTM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-29 00:44:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a great professor! I hated chemistry before, but he made me love chemistry! By the way, he taught the lecture in an interesting way.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwNzY3NDU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-02 01:26:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Landis is the best! He explains things very simplistically and if you don't understand he's very helpful during office hours. This class isn't hard but I'm still learning so much","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwNzEwNDU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-10-17 17:55:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor, entertaining lectures. The TAs are the issues with this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMTA0MzEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-04-23 20:21:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"I <3 Clark Landis! His lecture notes were wonderful and is an entertaining lecturer. Multiple choice exams aren't bad if you study. He's a great, straightforward professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMDA3NjM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-04-06 11:44:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Take home tests were a little lengthy, but you can work with groups so they are not too bad. In class exams are multiple choice and easy, if you put your time in, you should manage an A with Landis no problem. Would recommend for the easiness, but beware of the take home tests they can be time consuming, but not overly difficult.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5ODk0NjY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-03-09 01:23:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing professor! I would recommend him to anyone. Although he does go at a slower pace, so if you already feel as if you have a good strong chemistry base you can leave this professor to those that need him :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzU0Njk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-21 01:34:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Phenomenal teacher! Would highly recommend taking his class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzQ5MDUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-19 17:12:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Landis is the best professor to have for 103! Makes lectures fun and engaging. This class is an easy A - in class exams are fairly easy and the take home portions are group projects. Online homework is time consuming, but easy. Received an A in his class without purchasing the textbook, because his lectures helped so much. No better chem professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzA1MjI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-10 17:45:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was the best lecturer I've had so far. He has a good personality. I also almost never read the textbook. Between lecture and the online homework, I learned everything. There were multiple choice (in class) and written (take home) exams. The written exams are difficult but you can do them with as many other students as you wish.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjM1MDE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-28 19:47:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is the BEST professor I've ever had at the UW. His lectures are crystal clear and he uses lots of examples to get his point across. He is incredibly helpful in office hours. His tests are sort of challenging, but if you pay attention in lecture and read the book you're fine. Weekly HW is easy and a grade booster. Great, clear prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjM0MDI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-28 16:21:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Landis is a nice guy. He works hard to keep lectures interesting and is pretty funny too. The class itself has a lot of work in it, including labs, weekly problem sets, and take home tests. This class will eat up a lot of your time but as long as you put the work in you will be fine. The exams can be hard but are fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjIyMjUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-26 10:58:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were boring, but had to go because of i-clicker points. Exams and written exams are somewhat difficult and this class took up the majority of my studying time. Final was easier than any of the tests and the curve is generous. I ended up with an A but it's a lot of work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjA1OTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-22 17:52:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think landis should have been better if he did not include take-home written exam... It was the most frustrating part.. My lab TA was ok, but the best. I am not really sure whether the curve really helped the grade.... homework is useless, but you have to do it if you do not want to fall behind. I would recommend other professors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTg4ODM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-20 23:26:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome professor! Very thorough and helps answer questions. Exams were very difficult for a general chem class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTcyOTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-19 17:53:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Landis is a great, upbeat guy.  He's really good at teaching you what you need to know, and keeps his lectures engaging with plenty of pertinent demos.  Compared to what I've heard about other professors for chem 103, Landis is a breath of fresh air!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTU4OTE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-18 10:54:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a lot of work, but as long as you keep up with the work you'll do fine. Landis was a great prof, very easy to understand and made lecture interesting with demos. All exams were multiple choice. Friends with other professors said their exams were written and much harder. Take this class with Landis.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NDg1Mzk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-13 12:21:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class was dry at times. Not the most interesting class, but manageable. Make sure you have good TAs. They really can affect your score.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NDQ4MjA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-10 00:21:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was a really good professor and as long as you put in the effort you will do well with him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTEzNDYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-01-10 14:41:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Landis is a very engaging professor and gives you more than enough information to do well in the class. Exams were on the difficult side, but were balanced with a generous curve. One tip, use his office hours.  My TA was less than helpful. Fairly easy class if you are willing to put in the time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDY4MzQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-31 14:36:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good teacher","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDQ0NDg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-26 14:00:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Landis is a pretty good professor. Chem 103 in general is hard though. If you're taking 103 prepare to commit a ton of time to this class. Challenge problems are ridiculously hard, I suggest going to group sessions. Find other people in the class, use your TA for help, and ask questions..not an easy class! There is a large curve though!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDQwNDQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-25 02:48:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Clark Landis is a god. Lectures are usually pretty interesting and the demos and concept tests are tied closely with exams. Online homework kind of sucks because it is pretty frustrating to use. Tests are very difficult but fair. If you have taken chem in high school you will be fine. Landis is helpful and makes General chem pretty interesting","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDA1Mzgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-20 14:43:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Landis is a funny guy who makes sure to include lots of demos in class. However, I found that he over-complicated what was supposed to be an intro level class. The exams are all multiple choice, but relatively tricky. If I could pick another professor instead I would; I have heard friends of mine rave about other 103 professors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3OTIyNjYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-12 19:44:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"It is a good class, but if you don't have Jose Laboy as a TA it would suck!  He is the best TA ever!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODU5NTk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-04 14:16:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is an okay professor, but my TA really sucks. The TA could honestly care less and didn't even know how to solve problems let alone explain it. If you get Tyler, drop the class. UGHHH","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODU5Mjg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-04 13:07:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Landis is a great professor. He used everyday situations to help you think about tough concepts in an easy way. Lectures are fairly interesting, and he makes great use of the iClicker. He is a very approachable, helpful person! Although the tests are not that easy. Strongly recommended, especially with Jose Laboy as your T.A. - he is the best.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODUwMTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-02 23:58:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best first year professor I've had. Great demonstrations. Many visual examples of chemistry in real life, and great use  the iClickers. Just be over prepared for a test. Pretests do not predict how you will do on a test. If you can try to get Jose Laboy. Clearly the best TA!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODQ5ODMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-02 23:26:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Landis is a great chem professor compared to most. He makes lectures interesting, and does a lot of demos. Tests are definitely not easy, but if you do the practice exams and make sure you fully understand the concepts of every question you'll do alright. Your TA is extremely important as well! Jose L is amazing!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODM2NjQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-01 03:15:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Compared to a lot of the chemistry department, he was pretty good.  Tests were somewhat diffucult","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3Nzk0NTU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-11-19 19:41:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"He tried really hard to make his class interesting but it didn't always work. My TA wasn't the best and it was difficult to find someone useful to talk to.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NzQ3NzYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-11-09 19:14:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"landis is a nice guy and his lectures are somewhat interesting. In lecture he explained concepts well. Class concepts are easy but exams can be difficult. Expect to spend a lot of time on online homework. My TA was not the best. He was often unsure of how to do a problem and he was somewhat disorganized.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:47:58.384418+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NzE5NDYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1299999","instructor_name":"Clark Landis","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-11-02 09:58:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"It's hard to feel like you understand the class, online homework has almost nothing to do with the exams and it is difficult to earn a perfect score an any assignment.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1299999","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:37.054092+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwNjg3Njc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1628048","instructor_name":"Diane Nutbrown","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-10-09 01:56:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty easy class overall and probably par with difficulty to other professors from what I heard.  I barely ever looked in the book except to answer a couple online homework problems.  Lectures are interesting enough to keep you occupied considering I had power lectures.  Not a bad class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1628048","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:37.054092+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzM2MTI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1628048","instructor_name":"Diane Nutbrown","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-17 11:54:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty easy professor overall.  Not the brightest crayon in the box as shown by her inability to finish some easy stoich problems in lecture, but gives very reasonable tests. As long as you go to class, book reading isnt crucial to success and you should still be able to get an A-AB","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1628048","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:37.054092+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzAxNzA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1628048","instructor_name":"Diane Nutbrown","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-10 10:06:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nutbrown was a very helpful teacher, and great for my first semester in college. She was very reasonable with her coursework, and although she did include online work that required knowledge beyond what her lectures covered at the time, she only used it as a preview tool, which helped a lot. She uses her resources smartly. Great teacher, overall.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1628048","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:37.054092+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjI2NDEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1628048","instructor_name":"Diane Nutbrown","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-27 06:33:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great teacher but exams are difficult. Most of them are short answers. If you don't understand full concept, it will be really difficult.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1628048","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:37.054092+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjA1ODcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1628048","instructor_name":"Diane Nutbrown","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-22 17:43:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Nutbrown was really friendly and cared about her students. This class was somewhat difficult, but if you're willing to put the work in, it's definitely possible to ge an A or AB. The tests she gave were very fair, and she was always straightforward about what would be on the exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1628048","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:37.054092+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NDk2MDA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1628048","instructor_name":"Diane Nutbrown","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-13 22:23:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. N is a great lecturer - just make sure to read the book before the lecture, which she asks you to do anyway. Extremely approachable, answers questions well, and super helpful office hours. Glad I had Dr. N! I would guess the course is about average in difficulty compared to the other chemistry professors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1628048","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:43:37.054092+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MDg0OTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1628048","instructor_name":"Diane Nutbrown","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-10-18 18:11:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you take a gen. chem credit with Nutbrown, expect to learn the entire course on your own time with the textbook. She doesn't do much intelligible &quot;teaching.&quot;","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1628048","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NzAxMzc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-09-27 23:20:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Such an amazing professor! He is a good lecturer because he keeps students engaged and knows the material extremely well! He cares very much about his students and is always available when you need him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NDM3NjUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-06-09 02:09:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert gets a bad rap because he's the only professor that teaches Chem in the fall. However, as long as you do all the online hw and do all the discussion sheets (answers also online!!!), you will get an A. His exams are concept heavy btw. I have seen fall professors exams and yeah sibert's exams 100% easier.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MzA4MTk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-05-14 15:14:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert is great - I graded him based on his course, not him as a lecturer. As his syllabus states, most of the learning takes place out of class time, online. In fact, I found the feedback paragraphs on the post-class homework website to be more helpful at teaching me than the textbook. I took screenshots of feedback and reviewed them before tests","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjM1OTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-05-07 01:31:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"I like professor Sibert, I genuinely do. He's a good guy. The problems I had with the class had more to do with the Gen Chem curriculum. It takes a good amount of work, but it is nicely curved. The discussion sections are useless even with a good TA. I don't like Chem, but Sibert is as good as any professor in the department.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjA0NjU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-05-03 21:40:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Sibert was an enjoyable lecturer because I felt he was really passionate about what he taught. He attempted to clarify more complex ideas as clearly as he could. Sometimes the class is tough, but that's where the reading and showing up to discussions comes in handy. Also Jim is really awesome and always does demonstrations in his PJs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MTAwOTY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-21 23:51:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert was a great professor and he definitely knows what he's talking about, but I had trouble understanding a lot of the concepts that he was trying to teach us. He is super funny and approachable, but the way he teaches his class was not what I was used to. I would definitely recommend taking 103 in the fall if you have a choice.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDQ5NTg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-14 01:20:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Although chemistry is not my favorite subject, he makes lectures fun and exciting. He taught material well and was very organized in lectures. I felt exams were also far.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDIxMDEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-09 22:12:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Theres' a lot of work that goes into this class, but watch Sibert's pre class videos, READ THE BOOK and do the homework, and you will do fine. Lectures are a little dull, but going to them helps clear up topics that may have been harder to understand if you didn't. Overall good guy and tries his best to help students learn.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDE1Njc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-07 23:58:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"really funny charismatic professor. Definitely learned a lot too","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3ODU2OTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-02-25 17:44:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good prof over all","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDcyMzA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-05-04 23:39:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Go to class, watch the pre-lecture videos and make sure you understand the material in lecture and you will get an A. Helps to have a good TA but not essential. If you have questions I found professor Sibert to be very easy to talk to.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2Mjc0NjY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-04-11 22:02:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Was a bit confusing in lecture, but knowledgeable of the material. If you use the book and watch the online videos, it will help a lot in lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MDUwNjc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-02-11 22:46:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the greatest professors I've had at Madison. He teaches chemistry  in a way that is easy to understand and cares about how his students perform. Tests never have any surprises and discussion sections are extremely helpful. Reading the book before a test did help my understanding of some concepts. I didn't like chemistry but loved it with him","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTgxMzc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-22 15:54:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really liked this professor. He was clear and the lectures laid out the material nicely. Curves well on exams and in general (top 25% got As) and is sympathetic to students; he wants to make sure they understand. Can understand (no accent) which was helpful. Be prepared to study a lot outside of class - if you put in the work an A is acheivable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTgwNDYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-22 12:27:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm not a big fan of Chemistry in general, but his teaching was what I expected. No real tricks to his class, if you put in the effort (watching videos, doing practice tests, reviewing material) it should not be hard to do fairly well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTc4OTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-21 23:24:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Confusing lectures but if you read the textbook and watch the videos beforehand, you'll be fine. Tests were straightforward, a couple MC questions were tricky but that was to be expected. Final was straight from previous tests and the review powerpoint.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTc4Mzc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-21 21:21:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"The worst teacher in the Chem department. AVOID, AVOID, AVOID.  Essentially the class goes like this: he makes a ton of mistakes in lecture, gives practice exams, then proceeds to give exams with questions that look nothing like the practice exam or anything we did in class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODIzMzc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-25 12:47:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pay attention to the little specific things about the material. always one or two  questions (out of 15) on exams  that are really nit-picky about the material","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODAxMzgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-22 12:26:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"He expects you to know more about chemistry than most people do taking general chem. Not good at explaining concepts. If I were you, try to get into a different professor. Boring and hard to learn from. He comes off funny and nice, but is not too helpful overall. Textbook is essential. Watch the videos he makes - seriously.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODAxMjQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-22 12:12:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is such an unorganized professor. His lectures are all over the place, long, boring, and hard to follow. Makes lots of mistakes on his midterms (grammar, the correct answer isn't there, etc.). Somewhat helpful in office hours. If you don't have a good TA you're screwed. Get into a different professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Nzk1MjE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-21 20:27:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"I though Professor Sibert was great !A word to the wise though:  DO NOT BUY THE TEXTBOOK BUNDLE FROM THE UNIVERSITY BOOKSTORE!! Buy the required homework subscription directly from them online, it comes with a better e-textbook for half the price. Sibert makes videos a la ASAPscience to explain key concepts, WATCH THEM! they are incredibly helpful","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzUzMzUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-17 22:52:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Sibert is a knowledgeable guy who provides you with a clear grading rubric and makes lectures interesting. He's not the greatest professor but he is above average.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzI4NDM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-16 17:00:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avoid if possible. Professor Sibert is a very nice guy, but he often makes mistakes in his power point lectures that end up confusing the whole class. He gives practice exams and then proceeds to give us tests with questions we have never seen before. The grading is pretty lenient however, so if you really try you CAN get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NjIxMDkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-10 01:17:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures got a little long, sometimes I didn't feel like he fully explained certain concepts before moving on. However, he did a good job of making sure you know what's on his exam. Practice exams were helpful, and the videos he posts about the most important concepts were really helpful. All in all a good professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NjE0MjI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-09 19:02:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avoid Sibert. I learned more from my semi-fluent TA than his lectures. Weekly homework and labs are a nice grade booster, but tests are difficult and not very applicable to what is learned in class. If you work hard enough you should do okay, but only because the curve is generous. Sibert has office hours but is rude when you go in to ask questions","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTQ0NTky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-03 22:39:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"His exams are tough. He is also very confusing and makes many mistakes in lectures and on his tests. Would not recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTQzOTkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-03 21:42:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best professor ever","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTA1OTU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-30 17:32:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"He know's exactly what he is talking about and gives you all the information you will need for the tests through videos that he creates! Definitely would recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDc4OTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-23 22:12:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty great professor, lecutres helped a lot were interesting and somewhat engaging. Just make sure you stay on top of you're reading and you will do fine. I'm sure he will be helpful in his office hours although I never went. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDMwOTA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-17 13:42:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is wonderful! Couldn't expect a better chemistry professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzY2ODk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-08 18:09:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"The lectures were clear, and he gave helpful examples to explain concepts. There is a substantial amount of homework, as is to expected form a college class, but it's generally helpful. Grading is tough, but as long as you do your best it'll be fine. While he did not change my life, he was a good professor, and I recommend him to Chem 103 students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0ODI4MzY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-05-14 10:17:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures were very boring, and I often left lecture with more confusion and questions than when I came. Sit toward the front, that's the only possible you'll be able to pay attention. The tests are tough, and the only way I survived was by taking the practice tests he had online.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NjEzMjQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-04-16 22:55:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very difficult tests (class average of 55% on one of them) and not very helpful to those who don't understand a concept.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0Mjk0NDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-15 19:34:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"I have no doubt that Sibert is a good chemist and is passionate about the subject, but he is simply a poor professor. His explanations can be confusing, and his lectures aren't structured well. If I hadn't already learned most of the material in High School, I would definitely have struggled.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0Mjg3NDMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-14 15:45:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Sibert is an underrated professor in my opinion. He teaches the material clearly and gives many different ways in which you can learn the material. The tests are exactly like the practice tests he gives out in class and online. He really wants to see his students succeed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MjYxMjE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-09 18:38:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are confusing and you're better off reading the book and going on the Internet. Lecture is a must for clicker points. Not helpful or clear at all. Puts questions on tests that we have never learned about or are in the book. Makes tons of mistakes on the board. Don't take his class if you're takig Chem for the first time. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MjA5NjU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-31 10:49:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"I have no doubt Sibert is an excellent chemist and a good guy. That being said, he could clearly care less about teaching chem 103. His course is comparable to taking an online course and the only reason to attend lecture is for clicker points. If you want to get something for your money, do not take this professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTA2NzQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-16 18:21:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are interesting basically only because of the demo's done by Jim.  Some of the things Prof. Sibert says are confusing and he does not explain very well in detail. Will get an A but that is not because of Prof. Sibert's teaching.. its because of my previous chem knowledge from high school. Lost interest in the class as semester went on.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDg3NzI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-15 16:03:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really enjoyed having Professor Sibert. His lectures are pretty entertaining. You definitely need to put in a lot of extra work for his tests. Overall I learned a lot from his class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDY1MDYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-13 13:55:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are well organized but he doesn't spend enough time on any one subject. Often times when he asks i-clicker questions he doesn't give an explanation for why the answer was right, even when 80% of the class got it wrong. Tests are very difficult and push you to the limit. I feel like if I had a different professor I wouldn't be struggling. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDMyMTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-11 10:04:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"While he can be funny and entertaining in class, I learned nothing by going to lecture.  His lectures never really covered what would be on the exam, or he just touched on the topics very vaguely.  The exams were extremely challenging and many of the questions were much harder than anything we ever did in class. I wouldn't recommend him.  ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTUzODky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-04 21:19:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Occasionally has test questions on topics that either were not covered or minimally covered in lecture. Requires a very large amount of homework. If he didn't curve the tests, we'd all be hopeless.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTM2Mjg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-03 15:47:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Each lecture dragged on and I taught myself mostly all of the material. He doesn't explain things clearly. The curve is nice though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTMwMjAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-02 23:45:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"His tests are difficult, but he is a very passionate, good professor. He makes his lectures interesting through a lot of demonstrations which help you understand concepts. You have to work hard in the class - do the homework, read the book, but it's worth it. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTI0OTk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-02 15:58:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Do not take a class from Professor Sibert. While he's a nice and funny guy, he is a horrendous teacher. His lectures are disorganized, and his tests contain uncovered material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODc1NDgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-11-22 14:33:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures are terrible. You come to take notes on the chemistry topics that will be on the test and his power points have a formula here and there but never explains how to do problems. I could just not go to class and look at his online notes and do the same the class does on every test, oh yeah a 62%. Terrible teacher, will never take again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxOTMwODI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-06-27 23:35:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best part about this class was the guy with the ponytail who did the cool experiments. Other than that, I hated chem. He was a good teacher though, but I credit my passing to my lab grade and my wonderful TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjkzMTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-01-24 18:19:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Strongly recommend using mastering chemistry/homework to study for exams. Easy enough class otherwise. Personally I found him pretty obnoxious, but some seem to enjoy him quite a bit.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjc2NzM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-01-19 02:07:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Highly passionate professor. Most of the time he is clear and  is helpful. The best thing to do is attend his lecture and try to go over the textbook before class. His homework is also highly helpful as some of his exam question are from the HW problem","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTMzOTA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-20 02:04:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Sibert is a very nice guy who seems very enthusiastic about chemistry. His lectures were a bit boring but you do get clicker points and almost every in class test referenced something discussed in lecture. He also sometimes included the clicker questions on tests. A useful TA is really the key to success in this class though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTA2MTAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-17 22:40:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are not necessary if you read the book.  Content is fairly difficult.  Grading is somewhat lenient (24% receive an A).","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDg5Njk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-16 15:55:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert seems like a nice guy, but his lectures are pretty much useless. Attendance taken by clicker questions, you can send yours with a friend though if you don't want to go. Make sure to read the textbook, you pretty much have to teach yourself from it. Don't be overconfident after 1st exam, they get a lot harder.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDgyMDIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-15 15:33:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert is a very nice guy and is hilarious. He cares about is students and loves teaching chemistry. The way he grades homework allows you to easily get an a on every assignment and his tests are fair. Highly recommend him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwODM3MzQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-14 20:26:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"A nice teacher who takes what he does seriously -- a quirky guy. He'll speak an internal monologue on how he would approach a problem in his head. Not bad. Some more detailed explanations can be unclear. THE \"SOLUTIONS TO BLACK EXERCISES\" BOOK IS NOT USED EVER.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzM0Mzky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-16 23:16:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were very interesting but the exams besides the first one were tricky. The curve didn't help me either. Very good professor though and you could go into his office and ask for help.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzI5NTEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-15 19:41:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"A great professor with a quirky sense of humor.  He's really helpful and takes teaching this introductory class seriously.  The material isn't easy and it's expected that you put in a good amount of time into studying. Discussion sessions are so helpful. Labs are graded pretty harshly so don't be alarmed if you get terrible grades on them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzA5MDA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-11 04:59:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing prof. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OFFICE HOURS. Don't be afraid to ask questions after class either. Also, read the textbook before lecture on that chapter. Wish I did these things, might have gotten a better grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjQ2MDc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-31 12:17:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"The professor enjoyed showing demonstrations (including explosions near every Friday) to his lectures to help us remember concepts. Pretty funny guy. I felt the exams (the final exam included) were much harder then they should be. I took AP Chem in high school, so the concepts weren't hard to understand for me.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjQzNTU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-30 17:25:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests were harder than they should have been- one test averaged a 56% and the final average was a 62%.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTY1NzA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-19 00:34:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Going to discussion sections and reading the book really clears up the loose ends that he leaves out in lectures. Not a bad professor at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MzYyMzg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-02 13:52:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome professor. Reading the book definitely clarify the lectures. Discussion helps a bunch too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MzUzMTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-01 15:43:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's very fun in lecture. Sometimes he makes silly mistakes that get corrected quickly and make him seem more human. He's very smart and good at answering questions. A really great professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MzA5NDEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-11-24 21:44:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert's lectures are hit-or-miss. Some days I would walk out of class feeling enlightened and some days I would feel very confused. His tests aren't terrible but reading the book is more helpful than listening to his lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MTMxNzU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-10-31 11:13:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a really good professor, really helpful and understanding. He likes questions and corrections. He has an engaging personality in class, so it's hard not to pay attention to him. From what I hear him and Landis are the best teachers for Chem 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTQ3NjA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-01-17 00:33:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Outstanding professor. Dr. Sibert is a great lecturer who always keeps your interest. He's also very easy to talk to and seems to genuinely enjoy conversing with his students. It's a tough class, but only because Chemistry is a difficult subject. Fortunately, Sibert gives a fair curve to compensate. I give him an A+.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTA5NTEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-01-09 22:03:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert didn't always explain things the best, the textbook did a much better job, its a good friend to have for this class.  You should still go to lec tho b/c the power points were helpful, especially the iclicker &#63;s. The practice tests however were very helpful and the tests were either easy or fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDUxMDk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-27 19:05:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"very educated professor. knows what he is teaching.  Read your textbook before lecture, then you won't be lost when he is teaching. Promotes group work, uses smartwork, iclicker -- All helped in learning the material. Would recommend this professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDQzMjk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-26 01:56:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests are very challenging, and in comparison to other Chem 103 professors and lectures, Sibert is definitely more work. Challenge Problems are very difficult, and clicker questions at lectures can make or break your grade. If you are able to teach yourself most of the material, this course is for you.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDA2NjE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-20 17:41:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Well, if you like demos a lot this is the class for you. However, you basically have to be willing to teach yourself. My TA wasn't great; others who had good TA's seemed to have a better time with the class. Challenge problems suck. A lot. Oh, and for the tests *look at the clicker questions* ;-)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3OTc1MjQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-17 03:20:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tries really hard to make his class fun, despite how difficult the course is. But, it's a lot of work compared to other Chem professors. 4 midterms, 4 challenge problems, daily clicker points and a cumulative final.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODQ1MDE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-02 12:33:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is great if you were in AP Chem you will get a good grade, however, if you weren't you get graded on how well you teach yourself information. Get a good TA (I recommend Marco Torelli) and go to lectures he brings up stuff that's not in the book at least once per exam.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODIzNjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-11-27 21:42:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good teaching overall.  TA's might be your downfall, some are awful. gets students to interact, which helps a lot. good guy. tests reflect lecture and material covered","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3Njg5MDA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-10-25 00:02:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great guy but not the best teacher in the world. He tends to focus on really conceptual aspects of chemistry, which helps, but not when it comes to the actual problems. His curriculum requires online homework and challenge problems which did not teach me anything about chem. By the middle of the year i despised the class. lectures are okay.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDk2MTUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-02-28 18:05:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"All the comments on this professor are fair, but by the end of the class, I could not stand seeing this man. His exams do not make sense, and I really had work hard for an A in this BASIC chemistry course. His comments on global warming are not needed and hardly factual. Avoid him if you can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDAxNDk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-21 23:14:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class is pretty easy.  His exams are alot harder than the practice exams but they are still fair.  Does a lot of demos","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzkwNDIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-19 13:25:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert is a good teacher. His tests are harder than the ones other teachers give, but his curve is generous.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzAwNTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-31 16:53:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert means well, but is a very poor lecturer. You won't learn much from lecture. You need to read the chapters and do the HW if you want to learn.  A good TA is crucial. Exams can be easy to bomb because they're multiple choice - there's no partial credit. Sibert makes up for hard exams with a very generous final grade curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mjg2NjU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-28 02:36:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"This professor is very good, compared to what i hear of other professors.  He gives you practice tests and follows the general questions with the real exam. Do the questions that he recommends in the chapters and you will do fine in the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjU3MTU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-21 14:15:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Read your book and the study questions at the end of each chapter. LECTURES ARE A WASTE OF TIME because he fails to go over any material that will be on exams and what he does discuss in class leads to confusion.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTg0OTc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-13 17:06:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are worthless. Nothing he talks about pertains to what is on the quizzes and tests. You can't use anything to help you on the quizzes or exams. He does cool experiments, but that was the only thing I got out of lecture. Pray for a good TA to help you learn the stuff in the book.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTE5OTk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-06 13:36:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Can be Fun","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDg5NTE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-02 20:55:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"A great teacher, but the Exams are harder than other professors that teach the same class, class averages below a 70 will be curved up though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDY1Njk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-26 13:21:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert has a strange approach to his lectures and hardly touches on what the book covers.  Reading the book and taking notes from that will be your best bet!  Notes from the lecture only help if he is doing a stoichiometry problem.  Do the homework (and then some) to study for exams.  Practice exams don't compare to his.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDUzOTQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-24 13:19:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert is an incredible professor. He loves what he does and is always very happy and positive. Although he commonly makes mistakes on the board and commonly does slightly clutzy things during lectures it only adds to his charm and charisma. Take Him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODUwMjgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-05-09 02:02:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall the lectures were not that bad.  Exams are tough because they are only 16 questions so if you get a couple wrong your in trouble.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNjAyMDgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-03-22 21:23:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great teacher!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMjQzNjQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-22 16:14:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really enjoyed all the interesting demos in lecture.  Would definitely take him again.  Tests are kinda rough for some because they are so conceptual.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMjAyNjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-18 03:20:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"sibert is a great professor! he is clear in his lectures and is very approachable for any additional help. his tests are pretty hard though- 16 multiple choice questions...not sure if they're quite a fair test of knowledge. but otherwise, read the book, go to lecture...you'll be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMTYwNTk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-14 21:01:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures are bases off his degree, and jump all over the place.  He is tough to follow in lecture, does lots of demos.  Practice exams he recommends are useless, read the book and understand the concepts well for the tests.  Two or three questions are tough and based off demos.  Tests are tougher than other 103 classes, but the bell curve helps","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMTI4OTMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-12 16:58:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought he was a decent professor.  He got confusing sometimes in lecture but as long as you go to discussion the T.A.'s are usually really helpful at clarifying what you need to know.  His tests are kinda hard but I'm pretty sure he makes a generous curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDkzMjgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-08 17:42:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert is hilarious and a very good teacher","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDM1NTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-02 12:33:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"I dont like the way he teaches","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDIxNzIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-01 01:13:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very helpful and clear in lecture. Multiple choice tests.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDE5MzY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-30 20:59:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hilarious professor! Loves teaching","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDE2NzE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-30 17:04:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"he's awesome!  his exams are all multiple choice and are very similar to the practice exams...he tries hard to explain everything, but he messes up a lot.  great professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDAxMDc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-29 00:43:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sibert is the bomb. He can't go a class without blowing something up. It makes me sad that I have him my first semester because he will probably be the best professor I will ever have.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:56.821712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwODQ2MDIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:414685","instructor_name":"Edwin Sibert","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-11-07 20:18:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"He gets really wrapped up in the background information that I find to actually help later on.  It all seems really confusing until he finally connects it with the stuff that is relevant to 103, and it makes you remember and understand more clearly.  Very excited about chemistry, loves to teach.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/414685","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzYxNzYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-20 20:53:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super passionate about what he teaches! It's a hard class that requires a lot of work to do well, but Professor Nathanson always brings life and energy to every lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMjcyNDU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-16 01:05:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Definitely a good guy. Didn't completely love his teaching style but he wants to see everyone succeed and is always willing to help","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTY1NTg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-11 02:19:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is one of the best professors I've ever had. He's a super nice and approachable guy who really wants his students to learn. He can get a little intense in lectures when he really gets into a topic, and sometimes he will make you finish his sentences, but he is very knowledgeable. Such a great guy, 10/10. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDA4OTIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-03 07:06:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor, very engaging lectures, he's like a grandpa who really wants you to learn.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNzc5OTUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-10-30 17:38:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Such a fun and caring guy. Super entertaining and smart. Loved the lectures. Would love to have him again. Very approachable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNzY0NDc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-10-28 02:10:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really nice and intelligent.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTE4Njk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-04-11 05:17:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Explained concepts well but often expected students to know answers to everything before learning, which got annoying sometimes. Seems like a nice professor but never interacted with him personally. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTgxOTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-21 19:55:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chemistry 103 has been by far one of the most difficult classes I have ever taken. Both Professor Nathanson and Brunold are very supportive and interactive professors. They explain concepts very throughly and are easy to access for help after class. I would not have passed this class without them. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTMwOTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-12 04:45:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's very passionate about chemistry and you could tell through his lectures. He makes a lot of jokes and includes experiments while he presents. Sometimes, he messes up with technology during lectures but other than that, he knows what he's talking about. He walks around the lecture hall and checks in with students","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDE1MjQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-22 13:07:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Cares a lot about his students; willing to fight to give his students what they need to succeed.  ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzk5MzE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-20 19:53:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"This guy loves chem so much, he actually (almost) made me start to like it too. I've never heard anyone talk with so much genuine excitement and passion about atoms. He talks and looks like the crazy evil scientists you'd see in movies, in the best way possible. This class is tough, but thankfully I had him as my prof. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzQ2OTI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-17 18:33:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nathanson is a super fun lecturer and is very passionate about the material. When I took the class he did a joint-lecture with another professor. He is very helpful and cares about if students understand the topic. However, come prepared to work hard in order to succeed in this class, as they will not hold your hand forever. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjM0MDE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-11 23:06:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was amazing guys. Very kind and cares for his students! During lecture we did tophat and he would walk around and explain things to people if they didn't understand the concepts. Wish I had him for chem 104 :( But if you guys are able to have him definitely take any class with him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMTA3Mzkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-04 23:49:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is one of the best professors I have had at UW-Madison. This semester he was out for a bit after he injured his arm and got surgery, but that didn't stop him from coming back and teaching us in a way that helped me understand. His humor and engagement made lectures interesting and made me actually want to learn. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5ODk2MzY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-11-05 16:29:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"The professor made chemistry fun!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTE1MzI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-11-29 22:25:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"The style of this course was amazing for helping me learn, and I think Dr. Nathanson was the perfect dude to teach it. Engaging, interacted with the room, and let us have a notecard for each exam, with a really easy curve. I never thought I'd get to say that Chem 103 was an easy A, but for me it was. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzA0NDk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-11 01:13:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Last semester I really struggled with chemistry and ending up having to drop . So, when I came in at the beginning of this semester I had a bad attitude about the class. However, Dr. Nathanson had very engaging lectures and made learning about chemistry enjoyable and less intimidating. He clearly loves chemistry and his students!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTU5NzMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-26 18:58:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"He goes way too fast explaining concepts and never gives you enough time to do practice problems. He is always in a rush.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDgwOTIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-14 21:17:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"While Gil moves rather quickly in his lectures, he isn't nearly as overwhelming compared to his teaching counterparts. He maintains a sense of wonder about chemistry and has a playful attitude that makes both students and TAs giggle. His technological skills (i.e. TopHat navigation) are a bit clunky, but he has a sense of humor about it. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMzM4MjE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-05-20 05:14:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is a very good guy who cares about his student and is always available for help. Often times I found him to be a below-average lecturer and often was unclear with some of the difficult material. Overall I thought this was a tough class that was helped by the professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxOTMwNjI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-22 03:04:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Nathanson is a great professor. Truly cares about students and wants to see them do well. The class is difficult but he makes it better.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODM2MzE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-10 14:56:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Gil is an amazing lecturer. Although he might go fast, if you do all of the pre-class material, what he says should clarify all of the pre-class material. The TopHats help out a lot. He really cares about the students and makes every lecture enjoyable! My biggest tip for success in this course is to show up to class and do all of the study material","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzkzNDM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-07 04:36:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Extremely passionate about chemistry and always available and eager to help students who need it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzc2NTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-05 20:44:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome professor. Very knowledgeable on topics and covers them well. Take his classes whenever possible.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NzYwMTMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-06-26 23:05:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Interesting lectures and 90% of this course I learned previously in high school. Took as a prereq","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTEwNjg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-05-09 10:36:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome Prof. Makes an impact on you even though you don't personally know him. Super funny and nerdy which is enjoyable because he knows what he's talking about and is able to explain it in the easiest way for freshmen and soph","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTA3ODk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-05-08 23:07:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is an incredibly energetic and enthusiastic lecturer. I really could tell how much he likes teaching and how much he cares about his students. However, I found many of his lectures hard to follow because he went so fast (due to his excitement) and thought that he was a bit disorganized.  Overall, though, good professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDE3NTE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-04-29 16:04:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is a really goofy guy. He made lecture pretty enjoyable for a chemistry class. Demos were really cool especially if you sit in the front row. Encourages you to visit his office hours. Tests are tough but if you study hard you'll be okay. Not really necessary to read from the textbook as long as you understand what's going on.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MjkxODEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-04-13 19:21:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"amazing professor, really cares about his students and what he is teaching!! heard chem 103 was bad before taking it, but nathanson definitely makes it bearable","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2Mjc1ODAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-04-12 00:27:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is a fantastic instructor and makes the material easy to understand as well as enjoyable. Easily my favorite professor this semester! He is enthusiastic about chemistry and wants you to be too!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTI3MDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-02 15:38:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very enthusiastic making lectures easier to pay attention in. The tests are not bad if you go to the problem solving sessions and do the practice worksheets/ exams. Also reading the book does help. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDE4Njgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-16 00:47:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very motivated teacher.  His interest and devotion to the topic made the class much more interesting.  He went a little fast on math based lectures for my liking but definitely one of the best lecturers Ive had.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDA4NDA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-13 12:49:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is the only professor I've had at UW who GENUINELY cares about how well you understand the material. If he feels like the class is confused or not grasping a topic, he will make sure to go into it further to help your understanding. Going to problem-solving sessions and reading the book BEFORE class is extremely useful","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0OTM0NTAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-06-03 18:37:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's the kind of guy you really want to get to know and get advice from your college career. He's really there to see you be successful. He makes his lectures super engaging, and his exams are carbon copies of lectures. He posts notes online. You can easily get an A if you just go to lecture, go to discussion, and participate in Lab. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0OTAyNDE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-05-26 12:31:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is so passionate and transfers his love for chemistry even to students who are indifferent to the sciences. He teaches clearly, is funny, and genuinely made me want to go to lecture. Chem 103 is a difficult class, so make it a little easier on yourself by taking it with him! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NTI2ODE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-03-31 17:15:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"For a boring intro chem class, Nathanson made it enjoyable! He was very enthusiastic and explained concepts very well. He had a few good jokes too! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMDUyMzI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-04-17 00:18:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome professor! Attendence was not mandatory but was encouraged via the in class \"clicker\" questions that were asked during each class.  You had to answer 80% of the questions throughout the semester.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODU5Nzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-02-22 20:25:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing professor. Lots of enthusiasm for chemistry which made the lectures interesting and the tests were fair. Highly recommend!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTg5NDM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-17 16:45:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nathanson is FANTASTIC. I am a very picky student but there is very little that I would complain about with his lectures. As long as you come to class with an interest, stay awake, take notes and go to discussion, this class will honestly be fun to take.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTY5OTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-16 11:29:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"TAKE CHEMISTRY WITH NATHANSON! Great professor! Always enthusiastic and very clear. His lectures are slower than Brunolds who is also a great lecturer, and is slower paced for better understanding. If you want to get an A, rewrite notes every day and do practice problems!! Best professor. challenging tests, generous curve","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTMxNzY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-12 20:39:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"great professor that loves chemistry and comes to lecture very excited to teach it. Gives lectures unique names and is genuinely interested in the well being of his students","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzQyMTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-18 23:00:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Makes chemistry fun and interactive. hes brilliant, went to harvard and yale i believe. Loves what he does, very easy to talk to. if you get the chance, take his class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMjkzMTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-11 15:36:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nathanson was a great teacher, though he tends to explain things in more complicated terms than they need to be. The online homework was a little ridiculous at times, but the exams were pretty fair. This dude also loves chem. Like, he really LOVES chem, and its nice to see a professor so passionate about the subject he teaches","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMjA2NDUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-10-23 14:01:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Nathanson was a great teacher but also made early morning lectures entertaining! he speaks loud and clear and always answers questions and makes the class fun with lab demos and quirky jokes! Definitely go to office hours and he emails back pretty quickly also!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTYzOTEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-04-19 00:26:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very easy to understand and was very enthusiastic about the material. Made the class enjoyable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MjU0MTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-05-22 22:20:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very enthusiastic. It's easier to understand his lectures if you go to class. Class curve was generous (24% got an A). Exams were moderate, usually needed to apply things learned. Stresses importance of group work! Earned an A in the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MTkzNTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-05-13 13:35:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests are hard, quizzes are easy and very different from exams, do all assigned practice problems from the book.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2OTEzMzUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-03-25 23:28:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"This was a team-taught class and he was my favorite of the 2.  He is pretty clear on the material in lecture but you still have to read and do the suggested problems in order to do well! He is also extremely helpful, he wants you to do well so go to his office hours!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MTA2NDIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-08-10 02:14:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"GREAT professor. Creative, energetic, seems to love chem and teaching it. Test question are usually simple mathematically but conceptual. You'll really ENJOY the class. And yes, this is Chemistry.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1ODk5MDc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-05-26 18:47:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty good professor.  Tests are very hard and some TA's are not that helpful.  I suggest going to the help session available, that are not run by the professor.  Extremely time comsumming.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1ODY0MjIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-05-19 01:48:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very few professors are capable of making their students laugh during a general chemistry lecture, but Nathanson knows how almost every lecture. He is very approachable and willing to help outside of class as well. He isn't easy, but he definitely makes the material worth learning.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NzMzMzQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-04-29 21:07:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Explains the tough concepts with perfect clarity. Lecture never feels overwhelming but a week later you realize he went over an entire field of chem in a couple days. GREAT PROFESSOR, STRAIGHTFORWARD EXAMS. Labs are a bit boring but all chem 103 labs are the same.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NjgzNzIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-04-21 16:49:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Nathanson is a good lecturer. He is clearly passionate about the material. The exams aren't too bad and the curve is generous.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NTYzMTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-03-24 18:47:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great Lecturer! Always entertaining! And I actually understood most of what we covered because he knows exactly how to explain it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:38:23.737979+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMDA1NDQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:391011","instructor_name":"Gilbert Nathanson","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-04-21 00:13:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor! So clear, enthusiastic, and funny!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/391011","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:36:27.443680+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODM3Mjc=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:201689","instructor_name":"Howard Whitlock","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-05-04 15:38:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Whoever said this guy is easy is nuts.  Although exams are open book study like hell if you want to live.  Previous exams are very helpful.  Little to no partial credit given on exams so BEWARE!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/201689","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NzIzNzI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-10-21 17:26:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"his slides are difficult to take notes from and he's ugly","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMzM4MjQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-05-20 05:18:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Schmidt is a very good professor who does well to communicate with his students. He did a good job of explaining the material and went through examples thoroughly. Overall a tough class but made easier by a good professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NzUxOTY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-05 20:55:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome lecturer! made chem as easy as it can be and he's super funny and just enjoyed being in this class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NjU2NjYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-03-15 13:38:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Schmidt is a good lecturer. Class averages are pretty high, and he does lots of practice problems.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDA1MDc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-01-07 15:20:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Only having taken a semester of chemistry in high school, and jumping back into it with Professor Schmidt was a little tricky at first. But, Professor Schmidt is a great professor with a quirky sense of humor. Lots of practice problems in lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjY5MzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-19 00:30:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a super good lecturer, pretty interesting and really smart. Class is a bit tricky but if you study the material and go to lectures you will be fine!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjM3ODYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-16 18:44:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Schmidt is an amazing lecturer and I highly recommend sitting in the front row. Tests can be tricky, but study the material, don't get too nervous, and you'll be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTg0Nzgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-13 19:51:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a chill guy. You can tell he's really smart. Nothing outstanding about him but he's a good teacher. Would take again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:25.027238+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MDcyOTU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2307067","instructor_name":"J.R. Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-06 22:11:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Everything was always very clear in class, and I really enjoyed coming to lecture!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2307067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:16.650240+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNzczNzA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2731363","instructor_name":"Jaclyn Trate","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-10-29 17:53:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Trate is nice enough, but I don't think she's the best teacher. She rushes through the lecture, especially the last 10 minutes, and talks until the last minute. I honestly find watching lectures on my own time more helpful because I can slow it down and go back when needed. The tests are also pretty difficult, but it's Gen Chem. TopHat is big!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2731363","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:16.650240+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjgyMDU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2731363","instructor_name":"Jaclyn Trate","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-14 18:21:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Trate is a lovely person, but lectures and overall course consistency are... mediocre. Chem 103 got restructured for Spring '25 (not Dr. Trate's fault!), which definitely made the class feel a bit aimless. If you hate TopHat, I have bad news for you...\n\nShe always makes an effort to learn student names and foster participation during lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2731363","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:16.650240+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjMwMzIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2731363","instructor_name":"Jaclyn Trate","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-09 21:01:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a very nice person but talks so fast. What's most frustrating is she will give you 10 slides to annotate on, but her version of the slides has 20 more than what you have so you have to copy everything down. Otherwise, the class is fine and make sure to attend lectures. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2731363","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:16.650240+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTA5OTk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2731363","instructor_name":"Jaclyn Trate","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-01 00:06:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very nice and doesn't make people feel stupid for asking questions during lecture, but lectures very fast, and sometimes her cadence can make you sleepy. Explains examples in a way that would only make sense for people who already have somewhat of an understanding of chemistry. Missing even a single lecture will put you very behind!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2731363","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:16.650240+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMDk2MTU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2731363","instructor_name":"Jaclyn Trate","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-04-30 03:26:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Honestly, Professor Trate is one of the best professors. General Chem obviously isn't going to be easy but she explains it so well. There are TopHat questions for attendance, but honestly missing a lecture you fall so behind anyways. She is amazing and I would definitely try to get her section if you can. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2731363","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:35:16.650240+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTEyODk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2731363","instructor_name":"Jaclyn Trate","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-04-10 17:39:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Trate provides clear expectations in her class, and huge help with personal situations. She tends to go on little information overloads at times about content that doesn't relate to the lesson/unit at the time. She could do with using more examples, or maybe explaining the more challenging topics on hand a little more with the allotted time. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2731363","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMTIxOTg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-04-25 19:43:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is an average professor, but a really nice, interesting guy.  He does a good job at making very very fair exams, so if chem 103 will be easy for you take him because the exams will not screw you.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NzIzNDkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-01-13 17:24:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"His exams are tough and tricky. There is online homework. There is a quiz every discussion section. His lectures aren't very informative. Most of my learning was done by reading the text. He is funny and speaks clear, but overall his teaching style didn't suite my learning style.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjMyNzA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-28 12:33:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hutch was an overall good prof.  His lectures could sometimes be all over the place, but it all would tie together at the end. The tests were pretty difficult as they were problem based, but you do get to use a notecard.  The online homework helps a lot in understanding the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTkwNDU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-21 02:08:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hutch is a great lecturer. He really knows his stuff. His tests are insane, though. Even though you get a notecard, they're still tough. He expects you to learn the concepts more than the actual specifics of the problems. The online homework problems are taken from the textbook, so I recommend getting the solution guide. The TAs were above average.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTgwNDE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-20 11:06:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Yes, his tests are hard but the curve helps a TON and he lets you have a notecard. He is great in lecture and office hours. I despised chemistry before this class, and I'm not saying its my whole world now, but I despise it a lot less and actually understand the material we covered and feel prepared for 104.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTQ4MTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-17 01:02:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really funny, always made class enojoyable and I hate chemistry. The exams may be hard but the curve makes it so at least half the class gets a B or better. Take him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5Mzk5NTUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-06 17:37:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought Hutchison was a great professor, and he really knows his material.  He's also entertaining and passionate about chemistry.  While concepts are difficult at first, reading the book and doing the homework make it fairly easy.  His exams are a bit tough.  If you did take AP chemistry in high school you shouldn't have a problem.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MzQ2ODIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-11-30 23:22:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"He keeps lectures semi interesting but dosent cover material very thoroughly. The practice problems and quizzes give you a false sense that you understand the material then he makes the test as hard as he possibly can. I dont recommend him for chem 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MTM3NTc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-11-01 11:29:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good Lecturer, funny guy. Not the best at explaining material, not the worst. Exams were EXTREMELY difficult. My TA was also horrible, though.  Don't get stuck with Linda Barry!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MTMzMzM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-10-31 15:46:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's awesome! lectures are always entertaining, although the class definitely requires a lot of work.  exams are pretty tough, but you learn a lot. we all loved him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MTA5NTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-10-26 04:34:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a good lecturer but his exams are wicked tough because you could never figure out what is going on with the questions. I would say he does grade fairly but its up to your TA's way of grading. avoid the TA named Abruna, the way he grades labs is pretty unfair and will pull your grade down by alot","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4OTI2Mjg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-08-17 15:37:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Funny teacher. Made lectures interesting with multiple experiments and a good sense of humor. Found exams pretty difficult, though. Questions were often unclear.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4NjA3NzM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-05-15 22:33:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not great, the exam scores proved it.  I learned far more from the TA's, but Hutchison is a nice guy and pretty funny. I don't know if I would recommend him, but I am sure there are far worse professors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4NTk5Mzc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-05-14 00:48:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good lecturer, notes proved to be pretty helpful.  Fun guy, very likeable, cool demos.  I'd recommend him to anyone taking 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4NDA3NzQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-04-14 00:52:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Difficult professor?hard to follow. Used lots of unnecessary periods.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MzgxODM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-04-09 12:11:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor, sometimes can be a little unclear but usually it gets clarified later. Go to lecture, you are fine. Has a tendency to goof off which makes lectures usually go by pretty fast.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MjkxNDcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-03-20 15:23:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really like this professor, he's super helpful and doesn't overwhelm.  Has a sense of humor, too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:44.319384+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDQzMDgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1518609","instructor_name":"James Matthew Hutchison","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-26 00:42:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good professor, but if you are decent at chemistry you don't need to go to lecture. Weekly quizzes in discussion and homework once a week. Exams are very fair and as long as you study you will get a good grade in the class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1518609","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NDk2NDU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-03-24 17:52:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"She rocks!! I seriously make up questions just so that I can go to her office hours.  Lectures are very clear, and online homework each week really emphasizes what you need to know.  She is very clear about what will be on exams, and exams are fair for the time allotted.  Lots of demos to keep students engaged, and she cares so much about students!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNzI0Mjkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-11-01 01:45:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Martin is AWESOME She really made me fall in love with chemistry. Tests are very fair. Everything in lecture is fair game but as long as you go, tests are straight forward.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMzU3MDQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-06-09 13:27:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Go to all of the lectures, PAY ATTENTION. She basically tells you what is on each exam. Homework is harder than what is on the quizzes/exams, but do it anyway. Go to office hours if you need help, (her office hours are usually empty). Her practice exams are 3x easier than her actual exam, so STUDY. Know the main concepts and you will be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMzM5NjQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-06-02 23:55:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is the sweetest professor in the world, take chem with her if you have the chance!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjY2MjMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-05-16 19:41:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was a great professor and would really recommend her. Her tests are tough but she curves well and if you keep up to date with the material you should understand everything. great class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjU5ODUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-05-15 21:50:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Martin us super sweet and approachable. Her lectures are well organized and easy to follow. Attendance isn't mandatory but clicker questions are a small part of your grade. She is very helpful at office hours. I'd say if you take the time to read the book and work through practice problems, an A is very attainable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjA5NjYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-05-09 16:19:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is the best professor ever! She teach the material very clear and makes the class fun. The exams can be a little challenging but not all the exam, there are normally 1 challenging question and the rest is ok. She is very helpful and cute.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMDc2OTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-04-22 15:06:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is okay. But she doesn't really try to help you. She lies to her students on what is going to be on the exam. Overall, I would avoid.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMDM5MDM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-04-15 01:25:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Oana is the sweetest lady ever! Chem is overall difficult but she does a pretty decent job at explaining the concepts, sometimes she gets off topic though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMDM4NzMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-04-15 00:07:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a fantastic professor! I didn't take chem in high school so this course was tough for me, but she explained concepts in a very understandable way, is super nice, and really helpful if you ask for help! I would highly recommend her to anyone.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMDAwNDEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-04-07 14:56:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"So blessed to have Oana for chemistry!! Made it very easy, like taking a high school class. My TA SUCKED so thank god for the professor. Exams are fair, homework is fair for the most part but read the book if you think she hasn't gone over something. Extremely nice lady you can ask her anything anytime. Probably best professor I've had so far.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyOTczODEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-04-01 11:33:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Martin was super helpful and honestly wanted her students to so well. She provided every opportunity for us to prepare and succeed. That being said chemistry is a difficult subject and as a student you actually have to apply yourself and put in the time in order to expect a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODQyODA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-02-14 21:54:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Martin is absolutely fantastic. She takes the time to make sure everyone is comfortable in regards to topics, she explains everything well when walking through problems, and is outrageously kind and approachable. Prof. Martin is pretty much everything you could want in a professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTUzNTg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-04-17 17:26:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Oana is the CUTEST prof. ever. She is adorable, her exams are all multiple choice, which is VERY nice.SRONGLY recommend!!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjkzODk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-01-24 22:01:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Oana is an excellent professor. Her notes are clear, and she really cares about her students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjU3OTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-01-14 17:49:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really enjoyed class with Oana. She is so nice and cares a lot about her students and the class. She is so nice and definitely the easiest professor for CHEM 103. I'm really happy I have her again for next semester.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjQyMjI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-01-10 16:06:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Oana is super nice and friendly! She tries to make class fun by doing experiments, but often they are irrelevant and take away from the lesson. I attended lecture but rarely paid attention because I learned more form my TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTc1NDY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-27 17:08:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"iClicker was used to take attendance so go to the lec!  Oana makes it really fun with lots of interesting examples!  You are only tested on what is taught in lecture so the book is only needed for clarity and extra reading.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTE2ODc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-29 21:48:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Martin is the best! Her tests are very fair, and everything that is on the test is clearly explained in lecture, so you only need the textbook for clarification. She does a lot of examples and makes Chemistry an easy and approachable subject. I was so afraid and had heard horror stories of 103 but with Martin theres nothing to be afraid of!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwODY4ODY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-20 16:13:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really nice, uses lots of examples. She doesn't teach everything from the book but she only makes the exams cover what she taught. The book goes into more depth than what she teaches but she teaches exactly what you need to know. Really approachable and friendly during office hours too!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwODAwNTE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-08 15:03:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is very clear in what she teaches and is engaged. I got 3 midterms with average of 92 on all of them (the class average was 60, 70, and 75). Take her for Chem 103- enough said","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMzk0ODk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-06-08 19:08:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Martin is very engaged in the class and loves her job. She's from Romania, and even after ten years (or so) at Wisconsin, her accent still hinders some lectures. If confused, she is ready and willing to help with any issues that come up in class. Homework is very easy/straightforward if lectures are attended, and tests are fairly graded.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5ODQ0NDYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-02-21 14:18:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Exams deal directly with the book. No outside learning necessary.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjI1MzI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-26 23:33:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's cool! Easy and it's not bad going to her classes, they fly by!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTg0MDgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-20 16:14:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took the final today. Either she's a good teacher or/and or the class is just easy because this class really didn't take too much effort. The pace is good (slow&#63;) and you really do learn a lot. I thought the final was pretty easy but apparently others didn't. I just really don't like the labs but all classes have the same labs so can't complain.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTQzNzE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-16 18:10:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Martin's class is extremely easy. She goes over everything very slowly in class and her exams are all multiple choice. There's no need to read the book and you can still easily manage an A on the exams!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NTMyNTE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-15 22:46:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Martin is one of my favorite professors. She is so excited to teach Chemistry and brings a lot of enthusiasm to the class. She is very helpful and wants her students to succeed. I thought the class was pretty fair, and the tests are easy if you study.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NDYzNzA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-11 22:02:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very easy class if you attend discussion and lecture. She is very nice and will help you with anything if you just ask. Exams are much easier than what the book has. Book goes much more into detail than what she asks on the test","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MzU2NTIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-12-01 20:58:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you go to lecture and go to discussion, you can easily get at least a B in this class with the curve. She does a good job going over some definitions stuff in class, however be prepared for a lot of pointless demonstrations, many of them you don't even need to know about. However I heard she is a better than most Chem 103 Professors, so up to u.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MTM4Mjg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-11-01 13:23:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Just come to class and do what she tells you to do. Really, she's one of those professors who's nice enough to give you easier materials in the exam than in her lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:21.219318+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MDMwMzI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1472326","instructor_name":"Oana Martin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-09-28 18:56:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Easy going and a little slow but quite enjoyable. Easy tests.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1472326","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5OTY4NzY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-03-29 14:20:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hamers is an adorable and great professor for Chem 103. Her homeworks are based on effort and her quizzes are pretty fair. The exams are not too difficult if you keep up with lecture materials and if you do the homework. She gives you a 4*6 notecard for each exam. I really recommend her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4NDU2MTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-04-23 11:42:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hamers was an awesome professor! Granted, the exams were sorta hard, but She used the class average on the exams and set that as a B, which helped a lot of students. Her lectures were clear. And she was very helpful! Take her if you can!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTE1MTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-01-10 18:45:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"really nice lady and best prof ive had yet. i never liked chem in hs but that has changed after taking her class. overall fair grader, makes chem interesting, and really cares about her students. TAKE HER","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDUxMjMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-27 19:29:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hamers is a good professor. You can tell she really likes Chemistry, and is a pretty good teacher. She does make a lot of silly mistakes, but corrects herself most of the time. Overall, she is a fair, fun professor for Chem 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDQ5MjQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-27 13:40:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class has weekly homework and quizs which are easy if you read the book and do your homework. Test can be hard but she gives you 2 practice exams from pervious semesters and you get a NOTECARD!! She curved our class and with a 80% I got a AB in the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDM3ODU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-24 13:16:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Hamers loves teaching chemistry and she is always willing to help. She is always looking for ways to improve her teaching, and she is an overall great professor. Her tests are fair; make sure to watch out for the exceptions to rules! Chem is hard but it is a good class to take with Hamers.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODE5MDA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-11-25 18:04:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor! Loves chemistry and teaching. Always looking for ways to improve her teaching methods. The class is challenging--there is alot of material and will be difficult for students with little chemistry knowledge (like all the chem classes at the uw). Very doable. Curve lowers to about 75 and up being an A. Tough quzzes and exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NzcyNTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-11-15 19:27:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"She might go quickly, but she will always help if you need it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NjgwNjE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-10-21 20:26:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really good prof. She cares about students and has a great interest in chemistry. learn a lot from her class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3NDY1NjEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-07-30 16:42:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jeanne Hamers is an fantastic professor.  She's SO enthusiastic about chemistry. I enjoyed going to her class everyday.  Take her if you can!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MDYzOTAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-04-26 20:28:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests are fair. Be sure to know the exceptions. She loves to test on them. Be sure to watch your sig figs if necessary. They only thing I did not like was that all of her definitions and other things put up on the board could be taken straight out of the book.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Njk2Mzkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-01-08 13:15:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hamers is incredibly helpful and cares a lot about her students.  She is very fair and is always willing to help students outside of class.  The midterm exams were not too difficult, but the final was very hard.  Study!! If you get a difficult TA expect poor lab and quiz grades, but Hamers will curve according to sections.  Take her! she is great!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Njg4NzQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-01-06 21:50:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"For an intro chem course, this is very hard. I spent more time on chem than my math222 and got a worse grade. my TA was extremely tough grader (which didn't help) and some quizes/exams were really hard w/ problems we never went over in class. Prof. Hamers is very willing to help. She holds review sessions before exams but they're not that much help","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjgwOTE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-01-05 17:19:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Hamers is very nice and has pretty interesting lectures w/ great demos, but her exams are really hard. First few quizes are easy, but when most pple in class do well on a quiz/exam, expect the next quiz/exam to be incredibly hard w/ problems you've never done before. Labs are nothing like the class, and if you have a terrible TA, good luck.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjM1MDM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-24 02:13:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"super nice! willing to help. I loved her!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTkxNjA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-18 01:12:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hammers is a very competent professor who loves what she does.  She grades fairly and has absolutely no problem helping someone out when they're having trouble.  You will never find a nicer person.  Overall I'd definitely recommend her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTc2ODY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-16 19:39:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hamers is an excellent teacher- her explanations are always very clear and she is super organized. She truly loves what she does and shows it through the enthusiasm she brings to class everyday. I would highly recommend her to anyone.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NDk0OTIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-08 13:19:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hamers is a really nice woman and clear in her lectuers.  Attendance is not mandatory but is essential to getting a good grade. Her exams are very hard though.  She tends to throw in curveballs, giving types of problems that haven't been previously presented in homework/lecture/discussion.  Overall,difficult exams but good lecturer.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NDI2OTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-25 10:21:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hamers is fine as a professor. Exams and quizzes were very similar to other profs, she never has challenge problems, as  some do. Personally, I do not like her though; she is not really that smart for being a professor and seems to make a ton of mistakes on such basic chemistry. Students catch many mistakes. READ THE BOOK!! Exams have similar probs","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MjcwMjg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-10-25 11:33:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love this professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NjgwNjYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-04-21 01:57:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"VERY nice lady, but not the best teacher and hard to understand. I had THE best TA which is the only reason I got a B. Exams are VERY hard, quizzes are very easy. Exams are way different.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzkxNTI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-19 19:04:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not the best lecturer, she relied a lot on her notes. Overall, not a bad class though and I would definitely recommend taking her over the other options for 103. Tests included a lot of exceptions but overall grading was pretty generous and fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mzc5NDc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-15 18:36:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Probably my best college professor thus far.  She may not be a genius when it comes to chemistry but she is a great teacher.  I actually learned from her.  Very helpful and wants the best for each of her students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzU3Mjkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-12 04:14:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"She lets you use a 4x6 note card on the exams and three on the final.  Always is trying to make exams reasonable for students but obviously you have to study... your in college now. Make sure you learn the exceptions because they are almost always on exams but that can be to your advantage if you make sure to study exceptions.  Nice person","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzQxNjA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-08 16:16:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very very nice lady. By far the most hw out of any 103. Exams are extremely difficult. She puts at least 2 problems that are unlike any problems you do in hw. confusing to follow in lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjYwNDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-22 00:36:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jeanne is nice, but she doesn't seem to know how to teach. She teaches straight out of the book and commonly makes mistakes. Supposedly shes useful in office hours, I never went to them. If you are a freshman, she will seem like a good prof, but shes not. Exams were tough, but if you study enough of the book like I did, you can get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTIzOTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-07 14:25:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"If this class isn't required for your major, DON'T take it! First of all, the exams are ridiculous. They basically cover pointless information, things we've never done before, and all of the 'exceptions' to the rules we learn. Don't be fooled by the online practice exams...they're so much easier than the ones she actually gives.  A lot of things th","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTIzNzcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-07 13:27:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hamers is a great chem prof. A good TA helps but mine wasn't that great and i'll still get at least an AB in the class. She cares a lot for her students and is willing to take the time to help her students succeed. Tests usually have one tricky problem but the curve makes up for it. TAKE THIS CLASS. She's a lot easier than other chem 103 profs!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTEzOTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-05 13:45:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a VERY nice person but she isn't a very good prof. She just repeats what is in the book and she goes WAY too fast and doesn't make any sense. Her tests are absolutely RIDICULOUS. Make sure you know all of the exceptions to rules because she gets a kick out of tricking her students. If you have an awful TA, good luck getting by in her class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDk3Njkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-03 19:18:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not a bad prof; she's very nice. The exams REALLY screwed me over. The actual exams were at least ten times harder than the practice exams, which she gave LAST YEAR. Although I did poor on those, the quizzes are cake and she really will listen to whatever you have to say, and TA counts for a lot. So if you get a good one, you're golden. Otherwise..","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDgzNDM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-02 00:20:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Seems like a very nice lady, dedicated to the subject in which she teaches. It seems that most of her lectures are directly from the text, adding little extra explanation. You will need to rely on your TA a lot, and if you have a bad one,expect trouble. The exams are kind of tricky, usually containing a problem or two that youve never done.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDQzNTAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-21 16:31:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Solid professor.  She tends to be unorganized, makes little mistakes, and cover material way too fast, but overall was helpful.  I had a HORRIBLE TA, so if you have a good one, this class could be high qual.  It not, I'm sorry-try and scrape by with a C.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0OTY0OTk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-10 12:43:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's very nice, but lectures are confusing. My TA was a life saver for our class. Go to the TA review session before exams. It helps a lot more than even going to lecture. Hamers can be pretty absent minded, so just make sure you read the book and go to your TA for help. Doesn't give enough time on exams and throws in curveballs. Mostly good prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0OTQ2MTQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-05 23:16:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"she's a great prof. she's probably the SWEETEST lady you will ever meet. Always listens to what students have to say and takes it into account. Tries to improve her teaching in any way she can. she's extremely fair. Sometimes she can be all over the place, i had a good TA though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NDA2NjU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-05-05 16:54:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very easy A for 103. Class averaged around an 80% on midterms and she still curved the grades at the end. Of all the 103 instructors you should try to get her","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MzIwNjc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-04-21 02:57:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very good teacher! If you need an A take her. Lectures are helpful and previous exams, if u bother to do them are helpful. Just attend classes and discussions. A very nice lady and is always willing to listen to u. Nothing is out of the book or lectures really and the TAs will prepare u well too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MTE3NDUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-02-25 00:55:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"An excellent professor. Lectures were useful and informative, homework was the easiest of any 103 secion, Quizzes were fairly easy and drawn mainly from HW problems and the lowest quiz score and HW score were dropped. Probably one of the easiest 103 professors. If you can take her section do it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MDM3MDA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-01-23 23:31:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"First time teaching 103 so she was kind of eratic and all over the place. Was very willing to help and liked feedback. Practice exams didn't help because they weren't hers.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzODU3OTE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-12-17 19:57:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class was ok, not too boring.  At least 1/3rd of the end-of-class demo's involved explosions, and on more than one occasion she compulsively threw in more chemicals than were needed to make it even bigger.  Quizes are fairly easy if you do the HW, but the exams are really long-- she refuses to shorten them even when half the class never finishes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzODEzOTI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-12-12 18:53:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very nice professor, extremely helpful and is always very open to students questions, homework is helpful and pretty easy, exams are fairly easy as well, lecture is boring at times but its chem what can you expect, she does make some mistakes but catches them almost right away, i would recommend her to any student taking chem","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNzI5OTA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-30 21:53:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hamer is a very intelligent woman, but lecture is confusing as she makes many mistakes. This is her first time teaching the class though, so it's understandable. Overall, she's a very nice woman who's very willing to help.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNzIyNzAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-29 18:34:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you have to take Chem 103, I strongly recommand you to take it with Dr.Hamers. She is ALWYS willing to hear things from students and help her students. Go to class, discussion, and especially Fri session! Exams are fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNzEwMTE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-27 23:21:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"She makes many mistakes in class but clearly tries her best.  Because she is new, she has trouble determining how long and difficult to make exams but will get better with practice.  She has already improved.  She is a very nice person and cares about the grades and opinions of her students.  Chem is challenging in general, but I like her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNzAzNzc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-27 01:09:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a really nice professor who cares a lot about her students. She is very helpful if you go to office hours or set up an appointment. She also likes to have fun in lecture... her demos always make you laugh.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNjk5Nzg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-26 14:22:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hamers is always nice and friendly and it is obvious that she cares about the success of her students. She is ALWAYS available for students to ask questions and is more than happy to help. Exams are for the most part, very fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNjk3OTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-26 00:09:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lots o mistakes. hope you're good at teaching yourself.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNjQwMzQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-12 20:22:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"New professor, not the most confident professor, makes mistakes on exams, beware!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNjMzNzEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-11 15:45:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's great and can be fun in lecture. Really helpful with the optional q&a lecture on fridays","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNTY3MzAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-10-27 17:23:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"good","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:51.084927+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNTY2MTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:968436","instructor_name":"Jeanne Hamers","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-10-26 23:54:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/968436","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:49.937025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2OTYzMjA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1479875","instructor_name":"Jeannine Szczech","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-09-08 21:57:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"While Dr. Szczech's test are very difficult, she is a professor who genuinely cares about her students. If you put in the work, show up to class, go to her office hours, there is no reason you shouldn't get a good grade. Meeting with her  is very beneficial because she will make sure you understand the material and are ready for the tests.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1479875","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:49.937025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDU5MjY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1479875","instructor_name":"Jeannine Szczech","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-12 21:21:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jeannine is a great CLC instructor who genuinely cares about students and wants them to succeed! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1479875","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:49.937025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMDk2MzE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1479875","instructor_name":"Jeannine Szczech","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-08-30 14:38:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very organized, clear, and helpful instructor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1479875","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:49.937025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMDI5MDY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1479875","instructor_name":"Jeannine Szczech","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-08-06 11:04:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not an easy class, but Prof S always makes it really clear what we need to pay attention to. She answers questions during lecture, and holds extra office hours right before the exams. I wish all my professors cared this much about teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1479875","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:49.937025+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMDE3Nzc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1479875","instructor_name":"Jeannine Szczech","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-08-01 20:13:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor. Very excited about chemistry, and cares about her students. I'd recommend her to my friends.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1479875","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTg0NjA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-02-19 13:58:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jeremy is a great teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3OTE0NTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-05-13 05:34:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was worried about Chem103 until I attended a few of Dr. Weaver's lectures- he's a fantastic instructor and has a rare combo of course expertise and teaching savvy. Tests are difficult but fair. Labs are heavy and stressful but help with learning course material. Doing the notes before you go to class is a must; lectures cover lots of information!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODY0MDE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-05-08 23:35:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Weaver explains things clearly and is all around a nice person. Lectures give the bulk of the information you need for exams and quizzes. Made the class bearable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODA3NjY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-05-03 18:20:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Weaver is extremely dedicated and thorough in his teaching during lecture. He always allowed time for questions during lecture and explained concepts well, especially if it was a concept that everyone seemed to be struggling on. Be ready to dedicate a lot of time to 103, especially if you haven't done chemistry since high school.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NjU5OTI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-04-19 01:10:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Fantastic teacher, dry humor and cares a lot about making sure students understand material. Personally at the Chem 103 help desk to explain things outside of class. However, the class is so hard it has a dedicated help desk staffed by TAs and profs. You will need it. Lab prep and homework and reading takes up to 8-10 hours a week before studying.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NDA4NTgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-26 04:42:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chemistry 103 isn't an easy course. Still, Professor Weaver did a really great job of breaking down the content for every lecture and the tophat questions were a really great way to exercise your knowledge and engage in the content. He genuinely cares about his students, as many as there are, and has been nothing but supportive of his students. A+","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MjU3MTcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-05 21:35:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr Weaver does a good job explaining. He knows his stuff well. His lectures get boring and it gets hard to stay motivated because somehow he manages to get more and more boring on a weekly basis.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzg2MTI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-23 04:20:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought Dr. Weaver was an exceptionally good professor! He always gave us a whole lecture to review for our upcoming test, and you could tell that he genuinely cared how we did and if we understood the material. Chem 103 was hard, but he definitely made it easier!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzc5NjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-20 23:08:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely hated this class, but I have nothing bad to say about Professor Weaver. The only thing I liked about this course was him. If you have to take 103, please take it with Weaver. Very caring and accommodating.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjQ5NTgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-24 17:56:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good at explaining during office hours, exams are crazy hard since they arent like the materials you practice during pre class or discussion activities. Lectures arent that dull, is willing to help, but is pretty strict about deadlines. generous curve, but test averages are around 59-68%.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjQyNTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-23 17:36:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr Weaver is one of the most caring professors I have ever had. Ya the class was yer hard, but every Chem 103 class is a lot of work and difficult. You can easily tell that he is a very caring professor and he wants all of his students to do well. I am taking 104 early in the morning just to be with him because I loved his style of teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjIyODQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-21 20:32:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Weaver was an awesome professor. His lectures were engaging and extremely beneficial to understanding the content. Exams were straight forward with a 2-3 curve balls each exam. Chem 103 is not an enjoyable class due to workload and difficulty, but the most enjoyable experience would be with Dr. Weaver.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjA0MjY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-20 06:00:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Weaver was an awesome lecturer! He was easily accessible outside of class, and even expanded his office hours during exam weeks. I would definitely recommend him. He does assign a lot of preclass readings and assignments but if you stay on top of it from the beginning, you're bound to do great.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjA0MDkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-20 05:43:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Weaver is very helpful and cares about students success. He is a pretty good lecturer and offers many options to get extra help. Expectations are clear and there are many resources available in order to succeed on exams. This is a challenging course, however staying caught up on readings and participating in lecture makes it manageable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTk3NTU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-19 18:05:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Weaver is one of the best professors I had this semester. He seems to genuinely care about his students and has a great ability to dumb down curriculum to get down on the student's level. If you pay attention and get help when you need it you should have no issue getting an A in this class. Exams are fair and graded on a curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTM3MjIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-15 15:56:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Weaver is a good lecturer and clears up misconceptions or harder-to-grasp concepts from pre-class. Although a more rigorous course, it is manageable and the tests are fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTMzMjMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-15 05:25:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Maybe its just me but this class was the hardest class ever. It wasnt at all that professor weaver was a bad teacher, there is just so much material to learn and they teach it so fast. Overall professor weaver was engaging, kind, and was super good at lecturing.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTE2MzA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-14 15:23:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a tough class but Dr. Weaver made it manageable. There is a lot of assignments but they're easy to guess on and you get 3 attempts. Discussion is laid back. Exams are difficult but heavily curved. Dr. Weaver seems like the kind of guy who believes no student should be left behind. I enrolled in another class with him because he's great.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzM5MjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-01 22:46:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Weaver is a wonderful professor who really cares about his student's success and engagement with chem. His lectures are super engaging and packed with a ton of super helpful practice problems, and his exam reviews are super tailored to the class. So enjoyable that I intentionally enrolled for Chem104 with him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjYwNTYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-17 22:36:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really enjoyed Dr. Weaver as a person, and is very knowledgable in the subject. Was nice to have a professor who did more than just read off the slides.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjIyNzMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-11 01:15:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Bad prof","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjE0OTk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-09 23:37:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"He does a very good job explaining concepts during lectures if asked to. His exam reviews are amazing and he gives a reasonable amount of work. Passionate about his work and is genuinely concerned about his students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MDU2MTIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-08-31 17:18:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"With the online format I didn't have a chance to have Professor Weaver as a lecturer, but he was always very interactive online and seemed to care about his students. He also was quick to respond to emails! Use all the resources provided especially the practice exams!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjkyMTk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-05-03 21:58:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is notoriously a hard class, but having Prof Weaver definitely made it easier. The clear grading criteria is what helped me do well in the class. Weaver also cares about his students and his office hours were helpful. His whole class lectures were helpful in my opinion so i'd suggest going to lecture or actually watching them later on.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTgzMDUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-04-20 17:58:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lots of work, good professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MzQ5NzQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-02-08 19:34:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is no joke and it is a very tough class with a lot of work no matter who your professor is. Dr. Weaver was always so helpful and would re-explain any topic that students asked. He left time at the end of lectures to ask question and before exams he would usually had an extra office hours time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjQ5NjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-07 19:41:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took chem 103 last semester and it was my first semester in any online courses and I felt Dr. Weaver did a fantastic job in his whole class lectures as well as changing his office time so that we can have that resource near exam time. His exams were pretty fair and overall I would recommend this prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjM3Njgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-05 06:03:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Weaver really cared for his students' success. The class itself was hard and had a heavy workload, but the work assigned was helpful. His lectures were optional and focused more on answering questions than teaching. The class was mostly self-taught , but he was very accessible during office hours which were helpful before quizzes/exams. Recommend!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjA4Nzcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-28 19:56:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"With online school I didnt really attend lectures because they were a waste of time. Was able to succeed because of clear expectations. The resources are all there","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MTgwNjMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-23 00:51:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Weaver was fine, but I'd take Chem 103 with a different professor if I had the chance. The 2nd exam was ridiculously hard and so was this class. There are three midterms and if you do poorly on one of them, your entire grade dies. Overall, hated this class but the professor was ok.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzODI2NDI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-11-16 20:51:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"He comes to class without a lot of content ready for his students and he does not curve exams. Good luck. His TAs are his saving grace.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:01.573659+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzQxMTA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2622701","instructor_name":"Jeremy Weaver","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-10-27 22:41:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"he is a great lecturer. very in depth and really tries to make time for the students and make sure they know what's going on and will actually succeed in the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2622701","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyODQ1MTA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-04-15 19:51:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was much easier to understand thanks to Dr. Zhou because she is very capable of explaining the subjects so that they actually make sense. The class topic sequences make sense and she explains everything to its fullest, and answers questions in lecture. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxOTE3OTE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-11-20 20:18:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great teacher, super supportive, and very kind. Actually goes over problems step by step in lecture so that you know how to solve them instead of leaving it up to yourself to learn. 103 felt easy and fun with her teaching it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNjM1MTc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-09-10 23:14:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zhou was such an incredible professor, her lectures are so engaging and as someone who tends to daydream during lectures I was super focused. She explained things super clearly and was willing to clarify for anyone who didn't understand. You can tell she totally loves chemistry, and she is so funny too. Her lectures are just the best! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNTgyOTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-08-18 23:05:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zhou is a very understanding and accommodating professor who clearly enjoys teaching Chemistry. As long as you put in the work (a lot of work), you will do fine!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTg4Nzg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-07 03:02:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jia is one of the better Chemistry teachers out of the bunch. Sometimes it can be hard to follow along, but it is easier to understand in discussion sections. She's always open to questions and tries her hardest to teach a rough subject.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTgzNjg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-06 21:27:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zhou is a great professor, she makes the lectures more entertaining and obvious that she has a serious passion for chemistry! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTM3OTQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-02 20:39:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zhou has great lectures that make them easy to understand and engaging. She has plenty of in-class Top Hat questions, and she explains the material fairly well. Chem 103 is a challenging class and requires a lot of practice outside of the homework and labs you need to do.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NzE2Nzk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-08-30 19:30:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her lectures are definitely a treat and her presentations are well set up. Provides lots of practice problems and times/plans all her lectures really well. Great lecture experiments. Her reactions are so much fun and she's such a sweet person. I love how passionately she loves chemistry. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTg5MjIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-07-10 01:11:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"A huge part of Chem 103 is how much time you put in outside of class, but Dr. Zhou does a great job covering the content you need during lecture. She explains the information clearly working out example problems. Her office hours are super helpful and she is willing to rexplain anything from lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NDkxMDI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-05-19 01:00:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jia zhou is alright, chem 103 is basically self taught, you have to do the pre class before the lecture it self and thats where most of your learning will come from. People are rating the professor based on the difficulty of the course, but they cant really do anything cause this is the nature of chemistry classes in Madison. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4Nzc5NTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-05-10 14:15:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is hard, but it feels like Dr. Zhou didn't really care about teaching. Averages were low and overall, not a fan.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5Mjk0MDA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-04-29 01:26:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"chem 103 is hard. doesn't help that Dr. Zhou has boring lectures that regurgitates information already required in readings/homework. because of this, your chem103 grade is largely dependent on the amount of work you put in outside of class. \nlectures are somewhat mandatory for the tophat grade. recommend taking the class with a different prof.\n","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTY0ODc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-02-09 17:42:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think Chem 103 is a hard class to really get right. Professor Zhou was very kind and her lectures were pretty good. For chem you really need to go to lecture and discussion because some things she says aren't in pre-class or in discussion. Overall she's very nice and seems to love chemistry. If you put in effort to the class you will be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTI5MDMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-27 00:44:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zhou is an amazing professor for Chem 103. She makes topics clear on concise, but you still have to do a lot of work in order to succeed in this course. Her lectures were interesting and engaging. She was very organized and she made it easy to follow along during class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4MzYzMzYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-11-09 04:25:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"I can't say enough about Dr. Zhou! She was a great chem 103 professor for the class being difficult the way it is. She explains the material well and includes questions through TopHat for engagement and practice. She is quite funny in my opinion and I enjoy her lectures. I would 100% recommend her if you need to take chem 103. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NjYzNDkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-08-11 03:26:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Difficult class, unhelpful required readings, uninteresting lectures which simply read back the same information that was already assigned.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTgwNzY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-08-11 03:24:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Please don't require readings and quizzes to be done before lecture and then read the exact same material back to us","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3OTIxMjk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-05-14 19:28:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a very hard class, you have to go to class to understand whats going on. Dr. Zhou's lecture are fun and she makes jokes. Labs take a while to complete and so does homework. I would recommend going to discussion section and doing the pre-class work however they are not graded. If you put in a lot of work you should be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3OTE2Nzg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-05-13 19:52:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a very easy class if you put in the work. It's a reverse classroom setup, so expect to do some work before class. Mrs. Zhou is a very funny lecturer and makes going to class enjoyable. She teaches to the pre-class readings, so if you don't read them it can make lectures a bit confusing. The labs are a bit tedious but easy enough.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODcxNzQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-05-09 16:43:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"A very sweet, kind, and entertaining lecturer. A lot of people complain about how hard the class is, but those same people don't go to discussion. If you pay attention in lecture and go to discussion where the TAs go over worksheets, you will have a pretty solid understanding of the concepts. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODI5MDQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-05-05 02:03:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hard class made somewhat enjoyable by Dr. Zhou. She enjoys teaching and makes class enjoyable. It's a hard course that kicked my butt, but her lectures were fun and mostly easy to understand. She doesn't take extra time to explain things everyone gets wrong on tophat so be prepared to do a lot outside class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Njg0Njgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-04-21 19:12:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zhou is great at teaching a really, really hard class. 103 is by no means easy but her lectures are good and engaging and she makes funny jokes. She let us have 4 notecards on our final and gave good global feedback after exams. Good communication. Get yourself a good TA for this course and you'll be set.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzczNjc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-24 19:54:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Funny, makes a lot of jokes, hard class but she is a good teacher and taught us well. If you take chem 103 would recommend having her as teacher. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzY5Nzkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-23 22:31:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jia Zhou is a great teacher of introductory chemistry. With a very large class, she still answered anyone's questions and gaged class understanding through online polls (aka Tophat; which were used for graded participation). She also went through many practice problems similar to the ones on the exams and explained the intuition behind concepts.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzE5Mzkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-11 17:34:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Zhou is a difficult professor for a first year chem student. Her lectures, though unnecessary to attend, were rushed through and didn't explain anything new. Exams were always completely different from practice exams. I did meet with her one on one once and even though she seemed caring, she made me feel worse and stupid. Would not recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Mjc4MjQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-03 19:54:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Zhou was a pretty enthusiastic and funny professor as far as Chem Professors go. Obviously, her class is difficult, but that's really not her fault. She explains concepts pretty well and I understood most things in that class. My only complaints are that sometimes there are complex questions on exams that we don't really go over. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTcyMTQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-17 20:47:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"I truly enjoyed Professor Zhou's course. She really cares about her students and wants them to do well. I would recommend going to discussions and taking the time to understand pre-class work. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTIxOTcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-14 21:04:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zhou is genuinely funny and the lectures were enjoyable. She also gave us 4 notecards on final!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTgwMjEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-06 01:24:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zhou is passionate about chem concepts and tries her best to thoroughly explain them. She generally doesn't move too fast during lecture. The 4 exams are horrible (~65% average) and weekly quizzes are tough but that's to be expected, especially if you didn't take AP chem in high school. The class is graded on a bell curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODUwNDc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-11-17 01:17:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't get me wrong, this is a very hard class. But just as a person, Jia is kind and wants her students to succeed. Plan on doing an insane amount of work outside of class, but also know that there are a lot of people at UW whose whole job it is to help Chem 103 students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:32:36.903352+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2Njc0MTUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2217883","instructor_name":"Jia Zhou","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-10-03 18:59:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is tough but it is the material that is universal. She is amazing she makes class fun!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2217883","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjA2MTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-14 18:47:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"This guy is literally the best chem teacher I have ever had! His lectures are very interesting and he presents the material in a very clear way. Lots of points to boost your grade from pre class assignments and homework. Have I mentioned how hilarious and adorable this guy is?? Just a genuinely nice guy who cares about his students and chem!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODA3NTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-10-31 11:51:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved how informative his lectures are and how involved with the class he is","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTA3OTU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-05-08 23:13:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Schmidt is a very clear and fair professor. I enjoyed how organized his lectures were and I thought that his tests were fair. I would definitely take a class with him again if I had the chance.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODQzNTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-02-15 15:49:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Schmidt presented all information in a clear, concise, and conversational manner. He was consistent and had realistic expectations. The homework and tests were fair. Very organized.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzcxMzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-01-19 16:47:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Schmidt did a good job of keeping a very large chem 103 class engaged. He is a good teacher (always available and cares for the students) and his grading policies are all very fair. Would definitely recommend him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzU2MjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-01-15 14:09:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Schmidt was amazing! He kept lectures interesting and gave you so many opportunities for points just for completion of things. Very helpful and lectures weren't boring at all! Take Schmidt if you can","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjgxNDE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-01-01 16:33:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really good professor. His tests were not too bad and my TA Amy Tatarsky was really helpful. His lectures are very clear and he does a good job teaching the material properly.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjI4NjA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-20 17:00:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Schmidt was great in lecture. Test averages were around 70% (great compared to some classes). However, I think your success in this class really depends on the TA you have.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjIyMzAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-19 23:38:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Schmidt is a great professor to have during your first semester of college. Loved his class, and good sense of humor so lectures don't get too boring.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjA4ODcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-18 22:19:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Schmidt is an awesome professor. His subtle humor is great, he is very clear and simple with words, so I never lost him in his train of thought during the semester. The experiments he performs are great! Really get the classes attention back on lecture when he's blowing stuff up in class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTU4MzA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-15 01:18:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Schmidt is the best chem teacher Ive had! I had no idea what was going on in AP chemistry in high school but Schmidt really makes the material clear and easier to understand. Really enjoyed this class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTQ2Nzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-13 21:07:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"JR was by far my favorite professor I had this semester! He is just a genuinely nice guy who seems like he really cares for his students. I had to miss an entire week of class for family reasons and he was totally understanding! Only problem is he basically teaches only through examples, which can be confusing. Overall, I really recommend him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTMxNTIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-12 20:20:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"You can just tell Schmidt is a great person and that he really wants to help his students. But he doesn't organize his lectures very well, it is sometimes difficult to figure out what he is talking about because he pretty much only uses examples.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTIwNzE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-12 04:57:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Seems like a hit or miss professor. Teaches by example a lot, meaning instead of explaining the general concept he'll jump right into an example, which I personally didn't like but some people did.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzUxNDc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-19 23:15:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"JR is awesome, if you are looking for a crystal clear professor for freshman year this is the way to go! Homework and Quiz grades count for completion and exams are moderate. Awesome Professor and great way to start off freshman year!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzMzODMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-17 21:10:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"JR is awesome. He's very interested in his students and works to help everybody get good grades. Very fair grader, course requires hard work to get good grades, however. Definitely recommend JR to anyone taking Chem.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMjYzMTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-05 22:30:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Literally obsessed with JR! He's so like nerdy and adorable in the best possible way. He's constantly blowing stuff up and doing cool demos in class so it keeps things interesting! Definitely a very fair professor; I studied really hard and got an A in the course, but his curve is definitely nice too. Wish he taught 104 :(","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTM0Mjgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-04-14 20:42:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"I like JR a lot! His class was a bit boring, but not terrible! Study well and you'll do well! :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMzA5ODM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-05-18 13:57:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mixed feelings about him. He seemed like he wanted everyone to do well in class, but there were a couple questions on exams that weren't anything we covered in lecture. The curve was nice, but I'd rather have an exam that more directly followed the problem sets with no curve than an exam in which the average is a 50% and a huge curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMzA0NjAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-05-17 18:25:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Extremely hard tests and doesn't make sense at all in lecture.  Tested on different material than in discussion and not even the TAs fully understood him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MDIxODg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-09-25 14:35:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"His class is actually fun to go to because he is constantly doing demos and cracking corny joke. I ended up getting a B cause i screwed up on 1 test and did mediocre on the final. If you stay on top of your stuff and do practice problems you can get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4OTI2MDky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-08-17 14:48:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nice guy, easy exams, easy class. Only complaint: he oftentimes didn't speak loudly enough to be heard in the back, especially with idiots in the class being loud. (If you're any good at chemistry, take Chem 109 instead.)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:32.627031+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4Nzc1NTYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1595120","instructor_name":"Jordan Schmidt","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-06-29 00:14:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very fun and easy to understand. I'm personally bad at math and I came out just fine. He's very intelligent but makes lectures engaging, constantly blowing things up, which always makes you pay attention. Exams were multiple choice and very fair, the curve extremely easy. TAs were great too. This man was the best prof I had all year.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1595120","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:29:50.507548+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTUzMDc2MA==","source_instructor_id":"rmp:70837","instructor_name":"Judith Burstyn","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-01-31 12:25:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"bad teacher","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/70837","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:15.623309+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODM5NDQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2459279","instructor_name":"Katerina Hilleke","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-10 20:13:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"AMAZING. She's very young and knowledgeable about her field and extremely relatable and has a good sense of humour, all of which she incorporates into her lectures. I don't think she ever said &quot;um&quot; once during a lecture: astounding public speaking skills. She explains concepts in detail and provides step by step guides to problem solving.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2459279","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:48.884888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDk3Mzkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2881546","instructor_name":"Kimberly DeGlopper","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-05-11 22:16:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is the best professor i have had at UW! she explains things very well and always encourages questions. I do recommend going to her office hours if you can to get help! The exams were not too difficult if you knew the material. Overall i highly encourage people to take her and i hope to have her in ochem :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2881546","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:48.884888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDc0MjMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2881546","instructor_name":"Kimberly DeGlopper","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-05-08 21:06:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Deglopper is one of the best professors at this University. She usually teaches organic chemistry, but she taught the 103 content really well. Her lectures were engaging and she is so passionate about teaching and ochem that I am looking forward to taking it with her! She is very clear and super helpful during office hours.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2881546","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:48.884888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDM0NTQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2881546","instructor_name":"Kimberly DeGlopper","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-05-05 19:13:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"The course is relatively easy as long as you attend lecture and pay attention. The professor talks a bit slow in class which I found a bit annoying but I think the concepts are explained well. The organization of the class is also great and the concepts build on each other well! The best part of the course are the TAs who give great explanations.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2881546","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:25:48.884888+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyOTUxODM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2881546","instructor_name":"Kimberly DeGlopper","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-04-28 04:02:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor DeGlopper was great! Couldn't have asked for a more passionate chem lecturer. She explains concepts clearly and does demos to help enforce the ideas. I'd say follow along in lecture and do the homework to reinforce the concepts. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2881546","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMDQ3MjUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-05-06 17:39:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"I had Dr.Gustin for Chem 108. She's a super sweet, funny, and passionate lecturer. She does a really good job of explaining topics in a concise manner. The quizzes and exams were a bit difficult but you're provided with plenty of practice material. She's also super understanding. Overall, loved her class and glad she was my professor. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyODk2Mzc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-04-22 03:51:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's so good at relating the material to real life and making lectures interesting and understandable. I really felt like I was able to follow along. I advise against skipping lecture because it's really easy to fall behind, and it can feel impossible to catch up. She records her lectures and is always willing to meet 1 on 1 if you fall behind. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjc3NDIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-14 05:40:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"I truly loved Dr. G! She was engaging, funny, and explained concepts perfectly. She went at a great pace for gen chem and was an accessible learner. As evidence: she recorded every lecture but the room was almost always PACKED with students in person. I appreciated how she got students involved (even w/ 500+ people) and was incredibly approachable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTMwNzk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-02 04:45:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took this class over a year ago and Dr G still says hi & talks to me when she sees me around. Lectures are entertaining and she's very caring. Very accessible outside of class & willing to work with you as much as you need. Exams can be tough but if you put in the effort you should be fine. Big curve at the end. One of the chem best profs I've had.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTE0MTYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-01 05:10:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"CHEM 108: Professor Gustin is the best. She is so sweet and I love her lectures. She makes a difficult course easier just because she is the best (I'm not saying this class is easy tho). She even says bless you when someone sneezes lol. Take any chem course with her, it's worth it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwODg1MDM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-04-07 17:23:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"FOR CHEM 108,\nIt is appalling how the class exams don't reflect the practice exams or even the discussion materials. Get ready to study the pop quizzes, your tri-weekly preclasses, your labs, your homework, your discussion homework, and the practice exams. You'll still do bad. Also, she makes typos on stuff and refuses to correct it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTk5MDQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-24 18:56:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing professor for a hard class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTkxMDAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-23 03:42:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Be ready, CHEM103 is a heavy course that requires alot of work, but Dr. G made it as smooth as possible. She makes the lectures fun and drops jokes every now and then. She's always accessible in and out of class and will always be happy to answer your questions. She's also very understanding and flexible, especially with exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTI3NDY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-11 05:48:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr G was an amazing professor. She makes herself super accessible for help outside of class, which was great before exams. She also is super engaging during lectures, so it was much easier to pay attention. I feel like doing well in this class is doing a lot of practice problems, which she is always there to help with whenever it's needed. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTA2MTY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-08 04:29:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"chem 103 is hard and has lots of work regardless of the prof you have, but Dr G was a great lecturer and seemed to really care about her students. She was always reminding us about office hours and review sessions and was very accessible if you needed anything. I wish she taught chem 104!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDgzNTc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-05 01:17:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. G really is a G! She is so sweet and caring. Chemistry is really hard but she makes it more enjoyable and fun! Her lectures are entertaining and helpful. She is always willing to help her students and actually cares. If you're taking chem 103 you want Dr. G!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzMxOTYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-16 23:08:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"This was one of the worst classes I've ever taken in my many years of schooling. The concepts themselves were not difficult to learn (under the right professor), but the workload expected from you made it not easy. I STRONGLY believe that with any other professor or instructor, I would've been more engaged in the lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzExNjIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-15 21:33:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"I hated chemistry before college, but Dr. Gustin truly changed my feelings towards the subject. She's a phenomenal professor and does an amazing job breaking things down. You can tell how much she cares about her students and wants you to succeed, she's hands down one of the best professors I've had in undergrad so far (coming from a junior). ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjM3MzAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-12 01:04:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a great professor, really wished she taught 104. Hard class, but she genuinely cares about her students well being and education. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NDE0OTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-05-09 02:50:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. G is one of the most kind, empathetic, and patient people I have met in my entire life. She makes lectures very fun and engaging and she is extremely helpful during office hours. Chem 103 is a difficult class and covers a lot of content but Dr. G made it something to look forward to every week. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MzQ0OTg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-05-02 20:34:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Gustin is so funny and a good teacher. Gen chem 1 is obviously a hard class, but I believe shes the best professor you can get for it. Exams were hard, % needed for an A ended up being around 83% after final exam grades. Go to office hours if needed, she is really nice and never condescending. Lectures mandatory (TopHat), not recorded. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTI2MDcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-26 00:00:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. G is a joyful and amazing professor! Chemistry is a hard course, but she made concepts very clear to follow. She clearly knows what she is talking about during student hours, and she can simplify most hard concepts for your understandings. The course is also curved, so if you pay attention, getting an A or AB should be easy. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODgxMTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-15 03:20:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. G was a really great prof! She was very caring and took the time to make sure we understood the material, especially if you went to office hours or the pre-exam review sessions. I was really bummed to hear that she isn't teaching chem 104 next semester, I think she was an amazing and very smart professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODU0OTU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-09 16:45:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr.G was the best professor I could have asked for Chem 103. She cares about her students and wants them to succeed and her office hours are extremely helpful. She is also super funny and had our whole lecture of 200+ students laughing all the time. Don't skip lecture, study for discussion quizzes, go to office hours, and USE THE CLC HELP SHEETS!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODE4NTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-02 03:47:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Incredibly kind and funny professor She makes chem understandable and was very accommodating when I had health issues. Go to her office hours - she is very helpful and clearly wants her students to do well and succeed. With that said, the class is tough, and it isn't for everyone, but if you have to take chem you should take it with her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODEwNzA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-30 04:43:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Go to her office hours. Dr. Gustin is incredibly patient and helpful. She wants to prepare you and help you so utilize that. Chem 103 is a difficult class and Dr. G will help you as much as she can through it, but you have to be willing to put in the work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NzU5NTE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-20 21:40:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"I absolutely love Dr. G! I had her for chem 103&104, and I still keep in contact with her today. Dr. G. is not only highly knowledgeable about chemistry and a great lecturer (she always says \"bless you\" when people sneeze), she is one of the nicest and most caring professors. She truly cares about students and gets to know you outside of lecture. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NjkwNDg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-15 15:51:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her lectures are organized and easy to follow. Her office hours are super helpful. She is very caring and is always willing to help her students succeed in the course. The only thing is her exams are hard; her chem 103 lecture had the lowest exam averages by far compared to other professors. Exams are usually much harder than the exam preparation.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NTQyNTg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-06 20:19:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Although Chem 103 is a tough class, Dr. G is a hilarious professor who makes you want to show up to every lecture. She keeps things fun and light and is always honest. Her office hours are helpful and she usually answers all of her emails in good time. She explains the content really well and posts the annotated slides to look back on and review. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODU1NDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-05-08 13:48:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not a fan.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NDY0MjEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-02-28 05:51:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. G. is one of my favorite professors ever. She teaches chemistry really well and is very helpful outside of class getting questions answered. She has an amazing french accent and an awesome sense of humor that keeps lectures entertaining. The thing I love most about her is how much she cares for students on an individual level, which is rare. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzI5NDcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-13 06:34:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. G is super nice but her lectures can get boring and then hard to understand. There's lost of materials in canvas that are great to use if you get confused on anything. A lot of the class is teaching yourself stuff so you need to get used to it. Don't be afraid to go to her office hours they're very helpful and they're like a mini class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjQ1Nzky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-26 19:04:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Loved Dr. G! She's very personable, willing to help and explain things clearly, but the exams were fairly difficult. If you take this class I highly recommend going to her office hours before exams, it will pay off. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjQzMTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-25 22:52:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. G taught well-planned lectures with easy-to-follow explanations and sample problems covering foundational concepts. She was approachable outside of class and held review sessions before midterms. Her weekly announcements set a schedule for keeping up in the course and she was very good with McBurney accommodations. I highly recommend Dr. G! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTgyNzM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-19 01:08:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is so nice but that only goes so far. Even my TA agreed that she is an awful teacher. If you don't already know all of the chem material before this class be prepared to do awful and never get above a D on an exam. Lectures are useless and nothing is ever explained. She also never posts answers to the questions she uses in class which is awful.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:49.676950+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTA2ODc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2478186","instructor_name":"Lea Gustin","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-14 01:02:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"A professor that is very caring, and often accessible outside of class. But in order to do well in class, you need to review almost daily since the tests are very difficult with averages never above a C. There is a substantial amount of homework and if you don't complete the pre-class assignments, you will not understand the lecture material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2478186","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMTA1MTIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-05-12 17:20:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took Chem 103 with a different Professor and failed but when I took it with Lamont, I saw a difference and was actually able to understand Chem. She takes the time to annotate the slides, post the annotated version on Canvas and help in the areas where she sees most class is struggling. Would 1000% recommend Chem 103 with her!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNjg3OTkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-03-11 17:30:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Decent professor. Her lectures are not confusing and she makes a big point to make sure your not lost. Go to her office hours if you can!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NzY5Njcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-09-27 04:08:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"I remember seeing a student come out of her office in tears. She (student) was essentially looking for constructive advice on how to better prepare for the exam. Lamont essentially made her feel small and was condescending. After seeing that, I never wanted to interact with her one on one. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NjU3ODg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-08-02 07:07:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Does a poor job in teaching; she takes her time in explaining very easy concepts. Either brushes over difficult concepts quickly or fills class time with unuseful top hat questions instead of showing \"how\". Grading is harsh in labs and exams you lose points over the silliest things. There are trick questions in exams.\nShe's accommodating though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NTIxNjE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-05-25 21:32:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Judgmental, rude, and impatient. She will be upset if you ask a question during lecture and isn't helpful during officer hours, either. She makes many mistakes during lecture and relies heavily on demonstrations during class. Most learning is done outside of class and unless you have a good TA, it's hard to get your questions answered.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NDYzNjMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-05-14 22:23:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Lamont is honestly fine. You have to teach yourself quite a bit for pre-class activities, and reading the textbook does matter. It's a tough class regardless of your professor, and she does the job. Office hours are genuinely helpful, she is kind, and she does care. She's not outstanding in lecture, but not bad either.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5Mzg3MzYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-05-07 04:03:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was decently nice to students and it seemed like she cared about how students were doing in class. I saw no point in her lectures because we would have to teach ourselves everything in the pre class work. Also, out of all the other professors she had the lowest scores for all the exams, so she wasn't the best at teaching us concepts.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MzQ0NTA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-05-02 20:04:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lamont was a great professor, however was unhelpful when asking questions about the upcoming exams. This class takes up a lot of time and work. I think the best advice for this class is to take the time to really understand the concepts. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MzEyOTkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-04-30 16:31:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"I liked Lamont she was very nice but she seems too comfortable with 50-60% exam averages. I will admit her exams were hard and she doesn't have total control over how labs and exams are graded it was tough for both. I like her and she was always available in her designated office hours. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NDk1MjYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-03 01:24:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana has failed as a scientist. She is a biochemist, who could probably not fit in biochem (academia and industry). She couldn't, or didn't see a need to learn chemistry. She lacks the proper knowledge, and professionalism that is needed to teach chemistry or anything. She is a terrible person towards students, and horrible towards TAs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTQxOTc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-15 20:38:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"She deserves all bad comments she received so far no matter how harsh those words were she deserve them all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2Njg3NzU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-10-10 00:03:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is a horrible professor, and by far the worst one that I have ever had. I would never take a class with her again. She is so rude, disrespectful, and discouraging. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NTU2Nzky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-08-02 08:10:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr Lamont by far is the most repellent lecturer and maybe person I have met. Very condescending, gets irritated by questions, is insecure, and always nervous. The whole course comes from many parts which are unrelated at some point. Lectures are boring and she makes them worse by reading off the slides. Take the course with Paul Hooker instead.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDg4ODE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-07-07 19:20:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Lamont's lectures were not too helpful. They went over easy problems rather than ones that could be on an exam, so they did not feel like they were preparing us. I did go to a lot of her office hours and she was always super helpful there--- she even memorized my name. If you put effort into the homework + discussions, you'll be fine. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzA5MjQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-11 15:29:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Lamont overall is a OK professor. Lectures are not that helpful but not boring. Term exams (all professor share these exams) are fair while final (each professor has different questions) are hard. She tests all the complex concepts in this course (some of them are in the very early lecture) that you may not review.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MjU2OTU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-05 21:18:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lamont is a condescending person. She does look at people around her sarcastically when they ask a question, and laughs. It looks like this course is a big deal for her to learn. She is not a chemist, and does a terrible job at teaching. Because she is not confident, she puts down people and provides an unpleasant environment. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MjE3MDYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-02 19:51:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her lectures are okay, can be a little hard to follow but she is so disrespectful towards student. Tests aren't bad if you understand the material, but if you don't understand the material they are hard. She typically shames students for not understanding content. I would recommend office hours or tutoring through GUTs or the CLC if you have her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTE4MTI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-21 02:40:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's very sweet, but her lectures are pretty boring. She gives way too much time for TopHat questions and then takes a long time explaining them (even down to the basic addition). Exams were easy, but you should also study your lab calculations and post-lab questions as they will also appear on the exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTEzMDY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-20 17:44:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"She gets angry when someone asks a question, like she's offended. Quizzes and exams are pretty unrelated to chemistry because she gives yes no or double choice questions. She reads off the slides. I was afraid to ask questions because I knew if she gets upset she would get angry. She behaves with condescension.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTA3MTc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-19 23:09:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Lamont compares students and sections. \"You are better than the other lecture\", \"you are the A students because you are here one day before the holidays start\", you are the best of the class... \"I have shown this question to you 3 times..\" and she would say something condescending. She is judgmental, likes to judge you for any question you ask.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDgwNzA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-14 20:52:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Offhandedly claimed that student questions were \"irritating\" during a group tutoring session. When a guy next to me was struggling to work through a concept check, she remarked, \"By God, how don't you know that yet?\" I can stand her fast-paced lectures, but why disrespect people who are willing to be financially indebted just to hear you speak?","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDgwMDk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-14 19:37:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her lectures were brutal! It was counterproductive to go. She lectured on the same stuff she assigned us in the hw due the night before so I would have to teach myself the night before anyways. Lec was also very discouraging because she would nag a lot about things repeatedly about things that were out of our control","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1ODQ0NTQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-02-10 18:00:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"What she lacks is knowledge in science. She memorizes the concept, and makes students use what that helps herself to understand science. She does not back up her statements with science and asks everyone to memorize them. Be prepared to be confused.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1ODA1NjEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-27 22:56:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was really nice and lenient when I was sick early in the semester. It's a hard class but she was a good lecturer.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzg2Njc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-23 16:50:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr Lamont's lectures are very organized and interactive which allows students to learn better. The class is heavy on content, but it is completely manageable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzg1Mjg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-22 21:06:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her lectures were very boring and I didn't actually learn much. I spent more time watching prerecorded lectures from other uw professors who taught it better. The class is a lot of work, there's something due pretty much everyday. Overall though, the content is not too difficult if you put in a little effort.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzgyMzg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-21 18:48:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr lamont does not understand the concepts well, and tries to look serious or act like this is a dumb question. The simplest way is to avoid her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzcyMjI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-19 17:09:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"She gives heavy pre class work but so do all the other professors. She wants you to learn but her lectures are very fast pace. There will be questions on the test that we didn't learn in lecture, so be prepared to learn a lot on your own. I took AP Chem in high school, but if I didn't I wouldn't have finished with an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzM3MDMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-11 19:43:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her lectures were boring, but it was hard to learn the information if you didn't go to them. This class is also hard to pass if you don't get extra help from somewhere else but there are a lot of outside resources. There is an assignment due almost every day, so it's hard to keep up if you miss something.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzAwMjc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-05 00:07:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst teacher ever. Do not take her class. She will ruin your semester. She is in this indefinite stress mode. You will get out more confused than you entered the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjY3NjM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-28 17:42:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 with Dr. Lamont was the hardest class Ive ever taken, and I dont get the sense that she cares about making it easier for people. If you have Dr. Lamont your best bet is getting outside help with chemistry as she flies through concepts and acts very disappointed when the class doesnt know something we barely went through.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjYxNTAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-27 16:48:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't be shy to ask questions and go to her office hours. She genuinely cares about you if you're willing to put in the effort. You must be proactive and don't shy away from emailing her and talking to her in person. The course is quite rigorous and challenging. She definitely wants you to succeed and likes to have a good connection with you.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjUzNjIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-25 20:17:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"The course is difficult, and she is such a bad teacher, which makes the learning process slow, and almost impossible. Her lectures are useless.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjUzNTM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-25 19:48:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was really nice, and took the time to learn and remember my name. There are countless practice problems available as study material, and there's a 10% buffer on homework and pre-class assignments.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjUwMzIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-24 20:33:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Lamont really wants you to do well. She will reiterate concepts multiple times throughout the semester so that you can have everything fresh in your mind by the end. Chem 103 is a fairly difficult class but I would say that she gives you a great shot at making it through with an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjM0MTcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-22 19:33:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"She skipped the difficult concepts without explaining about them, focused on easier concepts for a long time. Treats you with condescension. The grading criteria is not clear. The questions she gives you are vague and unrelated at some point. She loves to appear strong, and what she transfers is a person who does not understand the material at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjIwNzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-21 17:51:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's very understanding when it comes to situations in student's personal lives. Even for big lecture classes, she'll make sure everyone is accommodated and learning as effectively as they can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzgyNjcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-06 17:42:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Lamont was very sweet &amp; approachable, &amp; cared about student success. Don't know anyone who actively dislikes her. That being said, lectures were redundant; just covered the required readings but in less detail. A LOT of work, especially on lab weeks. Do NOT fall behind and do NOT try to cram for exams; stay ahead and go to office hours.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzMzNzUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-01 16:48:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her lectures are kind of useless- I know a few students don't even go and just teach themselves. Apparently her office hours are very helpful but I have a class during those. There were also weeks where we just had too much. A midterm, a lab, something else, it got really hectic and draining. Discussion sections teach most of the class content.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MTk5NDQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-06 03:27:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"took this class and it was absolute hell with her. shes so nice but flies through material, especially the harder problems. she goes through two hard problems in like 5 minutes. if you fail the first exam, drop. playing a game of catch up with liana is not going to work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MTY1MTcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-10-28 16:12:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"She spends more time preaching from her soapbox than actually teaching. Flies through challenging concepts but details how to do simple algebra. Extremely condescending and overall not a good teacher. Would not take a class taught by her again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0OTIyMjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-06-17 20:26:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"I have never been more stressed out taking a class. Liana seemed very sweet at first but by the end of the semester, she was laughing at students' questions or simply ignoring them. She didn't seem to care about how students felt and it was very difficult to learn. You can pass, but prepare to be extremely stressed and teach yourself everything.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NzE1Nzc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-05-05 21:58:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is one of the hardest classes I have taken so here at UW. It is a weed-out class and you have to put in a lot of effort. Dr. Lamont's tests are very difficult but fair. Make sure you understand the labs because she does tend to put a long lab question on the exam worth A LOT of points. She is super nice and will always explain something!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTkyODM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-04-21 18:58:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem is a hard class and a lot of people struggle with it, Lamont understands that and is super helpful. I came into this class HATING chemistry b/c of a bad experience in High School, because of Lamont I actually like Chemistry now and am not bad at it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NDQxOTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-03-16 12:40:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Lamont is one of the best professors I have ever had. She really wants you to succeed and will stop whatever she's doing to help you out. Her class is very difficult, but if you show that you are working hard and really trying, the grade will take care of itself. Side note she nerds out over her garden.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyODkwNDMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-02-05 02:13:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really loved Professor Lamont's class. While the subject can be challenging she is up front about what you need to be successful and defiantly willing to answer questions. She really cares about her students and wants them to succeed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyODY4NzY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-01-26 18:58:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Genuinely enjoyed my time with Dr Liana Lamont. If you put in work an A is guaranteed. Lovely Person. You should try talking to her after class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyODIwNTIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-01-10 17:07:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is amazing. She's such a caring, sweet lady, and really makes an effort to get to know her students, even when there's like 400 of them. She'll do everything she can to help you succeed, but you have to meet her halfway and do the work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNzQ2NzQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-12-23 03:25:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Taking Chem 103 with Prof Lamont was like being taught chemistry by your mom (in a good way). Super accessible and willing to help. Exams can be a bit challenging but are extremely fair. Put in the work and you will do just fine. Also, you don't really need the textbook.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNjE3MzEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-12-11 23:11:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is amazing. Really wants you to understand the material and is always accessible outside of class. Take Chem 103 with her is you get the chance. Only thing is dont skip lecture, its actually super valuable and she goes over a bunch of practice problems","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNjAwNjc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-12-11 00:43:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lamont is the kind of college professor you want in your first semester of college. Straight up, caring and stern, yet not the kind of stern that would make you hate her, the kind of stern your mom gets with you when she wants you do succeed. The course itself (103) is the best run course I have seen here and that is also largely in part to Liana.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNTM2MTM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-12-05 16:45:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"I enjoyed Chem 103 with Lamont, she cares about her students and tries to simplify the complex material as much as she can. The class can be difficult for some, but if you put in the work you will do just fine. Lamont is simply a fun, caring professor who loves Chemistry and her students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNDI0NzE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-11-16 04:21:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures help a lot, but make sure you actually read, watch, and do the preclass activities. They help the most.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODgyNDgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-15 19:05:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a team taught course meaning professors don't have much say in how material is taught. Chem 103 expects that you learn material outside of class and come with that knowledge mastered, ready to build on it. Dr. Lamot does a good job explaining this and being transparent with the limitations she has as a prof to change to course. Fab Prof","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODgyNDQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-15 19:03:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"A friend recommended that I take Dr. Lamont for Chem 103. Best choice I could have ever made. Chem 103 is going to be a hard course because it is a weeder course. Knowing that, I thought she did a wonderful job making herself accessible and understanding that the material is difficult and takes time to learn","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODcyNjUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-14 21:19:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor. Very enthusiastic and fun during lecture. That being said, lecture is pointless besides TopHat, VERY challenging exams (averages usually below 60%), and tons of outside work. A lot of the material you have to teach yourself.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODQxODg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-11 01:05:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Lamont is an amazing educator. She is extremely passionate about what she does and it shows. The lectures move fast, and the material is rough but she gives you more than enough work and opportunities to meet with her to understand what is going on. She really made me want to work hard, and learn chemistry!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODM2NjIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-10 15:29:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana Lamont is a really nice lady. It's like learning chem from your Mom. She works with what she is given from the course director and does a really good job with what she has control over. She genuinely cares and wants you to do well. Thanks, Liana!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNzI3NTI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-05-01 03:07:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is one of the worst professors I have had. She goes through lectures way too fast and doesn't explain key concepts. Her exams are incredibly difficult (averages are usually below 60%). Avoid her if chemistry is required for your major.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNjM5MzM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-04-22 00:17:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is a very sweet lady who cares about her students. Although the class was a lot of work and tests were extremely difficult (class avg. was usually lower than 60%), I appreciated the assigned work so I was able to keep up and understand what was going on. Most of the learning you do is outside of class, lectures are vague.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNTQ2NTky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-04-08 00:59:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is very caring and likes to know/help her students. Lectures are based on pre-class readings that introduce the topic. Most of lecture time is spent doing TopHat questions on either the pre-class or a practice problem. Tests are on most topics covered, even if it wasn't thorough, but they're not bad if you study. There is also a nice curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNTI2NTUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-04-03 22:40:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's super caring of her students and interacts during class. Lectures are a must since there is participation points. She expects you to learn materials before lecture though. Doesn't introduce the topic, rather checks to make sure you understand it. Tests are accurate of the information. She is always open for office hours to help you succeed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNDM5NjMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-03-15 04:39:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Lamont is a really nice person who thinks she's helping her students but she's actually not. She expects you to do most of the reading before class and she mostly does top hat problems in class. She constantly brings up obvious &quot;tips&quot; or &quot;Study practices&quot; that we've heard a million times before, very annoying, headache","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjkyMjcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-22 21:42:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Lamont is a likable, caring professor. She really cares about her students and makes an effort to learn names. However, she wasn't the most detailed with explaining and makes her expectations a little unclear. She's kind of iffy - not awful, but not great. I can tell she's a great person but not the best professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjgyMTQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-19 14:38:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"She taught a tough class; each test summarized all the material we had learned, but i felt they were fair questions to expect us to know. I had to do a lot of work and studying but i succeeded in the end. Don't be afraid if you get her, just work hard and you'll done fine","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjEwOTY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-07 00:06:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"She definitely cares about the material taught in class, yet she seems extremely disorganized while explaining concepts. She assumes that everyone understands all the material after explaining it once in class. Also on exams be ready for questions about a topic or slide that she briefly showed once. Your TA will be your best friend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjA1ODYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-05 20:36:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall great option. Attendance in lectures DOES matter via tophat. Lectures themselves are generally pretty entertaining. As far as homework goes: The things that are graded are not enough and do not prepare you for the test. I would strongly encourage others to make a better use of the textbook and problem sets in the back of the lab manual.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDg1ODQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-18 21:21:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Extremely caring, thoughtful, and a great overall teacher. I had AP Chemistry background which helped, but getting a good grade comes down, in this class, to whether you review the materials and think critically. Her test averages are usually higher than other professors' tests, and I found the final to be extremely fair and easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDY2Njgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-17 19:26:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not the best lecturer nor is she very good at writing exams that are fair. Often gets content mixed up which can be very annoying. Very nice person, however!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwOTc0NjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-11 20:52:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Utilize office hours and the help desk. You don't get much out of lectures but they're mandatory.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNzk5MTUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-11-28 02:01:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a very nice person but I did not like her as a professor she is a hard grader and the exams are known to be nothing like worksheets, class work, or practice exams","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNzk2NTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-11-27 20:36:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"The only unfortunate thing about Dr. Lamont is that she enforces the &quot;be in class to get TopHat points&quot; quite strictly. If she catches you doing TopHat outside of lecture, she's gunning for you.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNzcyMDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-11-22 23:30:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"She seems to care during lectures. However, she goes through slides way too fast and does not offer any explanation. She also gives very dumb questions and expects all of them to be answered correctly. You'd be better off teaching yourself all of the material. Also, the quizzes are far off from the modules gone over in discussions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNzYyMTQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-11-20 12:49:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana will make you feel as though she is that caring mom-figure of a professor and only wants to see you succeed. This could not be further from the truth. Liana teaches absolutely nothing in her lectures and assigns insane amounts of busy work. This class will be the bulk of you semester and will make you hate yourself, unless you took AP Chem.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNzA3MDUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-11-12 16:54:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is great","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTUxMTUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-05-19 13:16:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is such a cute lady. I would totally want her to be my mom. Liana has style and humor and I overall enjoyed being in her class. She made the lectures pass by with engaging TopHat questions and exciting demonstrations. While she doesn't do a thorough job of explaining concepts, I have no complaints.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTQ0ODUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-05-18 11:52:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Honestly, I had a friend that took Liana's class last semester. I went in thinking my experience would be horrible, but in the long run I think I actually learned something. Sure her practice exams were a joke compared to the real thing, but overall, I feel like her tests were fair game for the knowledge I should've had going into them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMDgxNzA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-05-12 09:24:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Lamont is an amazing chem professor and you can tell that she really cares about her students. I would HIGHLY recommend going into office hours because lectures can go by a little fast.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5OTMzMDQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-30 12:23:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana cares about her students and tries to relate to them. She genuinely wants everyone to learn as much as they can, but she doesn't always explain new topics the best. Overall, my TA was my saving grace, but if you try and attend lectures, you'll do well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODg3ODA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-25 09:57:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is very nice and wants to help you succeed but the class is made way more difficult than it has to be.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODI2NDg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-17 20:50:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Whatever","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NzY1NjYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-09 10:50:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Discussion is what really saved me, but Liana is an excellent lecturer. She is clear and concise and has really good style. She brings a warm motherly vibe to the lecture hall. Her Top Hat questions are really good practice for the exams and she gives a lot of practice questions to go over as well. Overall, Liana is a dream.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NzM4NDAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-04 00:00:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana is not the best professor but she is definitely not the worst. She goes really fast in her lectures and doesn't do a great job explaining things, but her tests are not impossible and the test problems usually mirror discussion packet questions and practice test questions. Making note of all the correct topHat questions is useful for tests too","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MzU2MjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-29 13:48:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is very challenging no matter who the professor you have is. There were three exams and one cumulative final. These were all quite challenging. The quizzes are also pretty hard. The labs are very time consuming to prepare for and somewhat hard. The overall class is curved which helps. Liana did an okay job explaining, but not great.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTgxMzcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-11-28 19:21:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Liana likes to go very fast during lectures and does not do well explaining important topics at all. You should be ready to teach yourself everything or ask your TA a lot of questions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4Njg0MDQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-09-19 14:41:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Uses trick questions for points cool!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MDM4MzAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-07-14 14:52:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lamont sucks. She ahould be a kindergarden teacher with the way she tells everyone they should try harder and they will do better, give me a break. She talks about how George Bush says &quot;nucular&quot; and how stupid he sounds, but she is really stupid. easy class though","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NjgyMDUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-04-21 12:47:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are fairly clear, and the examples she does are easy to follow. Unfortunately, it turns out that her exams are horrendous compared to anything she does in lecture. She does an awful job preparing students for her own exams - you have to put in the work out of class and teach yourself. Choose a different 103 prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Njc3MjY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-04-20 15:50:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a good teacher and is more than willing to help anyone.  This class is very difficult with her and the tests are difficult, the avg. was usually about a 65-70% for my class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDY3ODY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-02-17 01:46:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her exams are all about applying concepts, rather than memorizing things, and she often incorporates multiple concepts in each of the longer problems on exams (which is why they are so difficult). Pay attention to demos,understand the homework. She curves everything, a 60 on an exam was a B. Looking back on the class, great professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDUzMjIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-02-10 01:25:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Ok, I've been looking at the previous comments, and it seems like no offense, are all nerds.  If your a student like me, who goes out on weekends, and is a procrastinator this info. will be helpful.  Out of 10 kids who had her and is like me, agrees she was the worst teacher and the Exams were impossible.  I've never failed a class, but i did.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDUxMzIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-02-09 13:26:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Worst prof I have ever had.  She is plain stupid.  She misspells common words all the time.  Apparantly it takes a pHD to be as stupid as lamont.  The new way to spell describe is destribe.  When doing percent error problems instead of multiplying by 100 she multiplies by 100% which is the same as multiplying by one.  The exams are impossible.AVOID","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDAyOTUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-22 11:27:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty good professor, lectures are clear, although pretty much straight out of the book.  Exams are difficult, with questions relating to demos done in lecture.  She curves all grades so the average is around a B.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDAyNDQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-22 04:26:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lamont was a really great and really fair professor.  She explains everything thoroughly and she offers extra credit and a has a very generous curve.  Go to office hours, she does everything she can to help you understand the material...I personally loved her, one of my favorite professors and I would highly recommend her!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mzg1NjE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-17 12:17:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"you have to learn everything from the textbook.. lectures essentially pointless to attend","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzA5NTg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-03 14:17:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lamont is a good prof. She is a little awkward in lecture as people have said, but if you pay attention and have a good TA you'll do fine. Huge curves and offers EXTRA CREDIT","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mjc1ODU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-24 16:24:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good professor and very knowledgeable.  Lectures are usually interesting enough to keep you awake.  Attend as often as possible as &quot;practice problems&quot; given during lecture prove useful. Some exam questions involve demos covered there as well.  Fair and understanding, very helpful and welcoming during office hours. Get a good TA and you're set.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjM5MzMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-18 23:50:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lamont was a great professor...no idea why so many people complained.  She can be a little awkward in front of the class but she knows what she's talking about. One on one office hours help so much and the quizzes and exams are reasonable (not easy, but not unbearable).  She does but some tricky ones on there, but the curve is really generous.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDY1MTQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-26 11:11:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"I don't know what everyone else here is thinking, but Lamont is a terrible professor. She is often confused by her own problems, and she puts trick problems on all of her exams and quizzes. You may think you know everything for an exam, but you still can do poorly.  Its not too hard to get a B, but Lamonts attitude makes this class terrible. AVOID!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDYxNDc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-25 16:23:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty good prof.  Seems a little nervous in front of lecture and sometimes seems like she's in over her head.  Very nice and explains the concepts well.  Exams aren't too difficult.  If you work hard you'll get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDUyNDQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-24 02:01:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's an Ok professor, this is her second semester mind you... She tries too hard to have a sense of humor in my opinion, which is cheesy, but oh well...  The material is difficult, to be honest she's not that bad of a professor, just grading is hard.  I probably could have worked harder in that class, but who couldnt&#63;","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDAzODQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-16 15:15:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very nice professor, a little spacy at times. She teaches straight out of the book, so it may be helpful to look there if you don't understand something. Also, her spelling is not the greatest...which is why she is probably a chem teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0ODkyMjU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-10-22 20:51:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Lamont is a very good teacher.  She speaks clearly and explains every concept very thoroughly.  She teaches more like a high school teacher than a college professor.  Her tests and quizzes are very fair, and she never throws in any trick problems.  Basically, she follows the book exactly, so take time to read your book and you'll do fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NzQ5ODM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-08-17 21:26:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"YES, I AGREE THAT SHE WAS NICE AND PROFESSIONAL BUT THE EXAMS WERE UNNECESSARILY DIFFICULT. MY TA WAS USELESS AND ALWAYS LATE. I GOT NOTHING FROM THIS COURSE EXCEPT FRUSTRATION. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NTUzMjY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-06-04 00:08:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was a VERY new teacher and seemed to struggle talking to a large lecture hall at the beginning of the semester.  Her tests were difficult and asked about details from the demos and labs (pay attention!). There were no practice exams, but I had an awesome TA who really helped out. Overall if you read the book and get a good TA you'll be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NTM4MTMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-05-29 23:59:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"she is a very new prof and is still learning how to teach as she goes. t/f questions were the hardest part of any test or quiz.  easy A if you had an chem background and put in the work","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NDYzNTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-05-13 22:15:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very approachable...some lectures unclear...follows book exactly so READ IT! office hours are a good time to get to know her....offers extra credit, which is nice. Great person...not hard to get A if you work at it and make sure you understand the homework, etc.  Pay attention to the details...all the demos, etc.!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:26.480024+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0NDYzNTQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2778423","instructor_name":"Liana Lamont","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-05-13 22:15:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very approachable...some lectures unclear...follows book exactly so READ IT! office hours are a good time to get to know her....offers extra credit, which is nice. Great person...not hard to get A if you work at it and make sure you understand the homework, etc.  Pay attention to the details...all the demos, etc.!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2778423","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzNDA3MTkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-09-03 22:21:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Singularly most unhelpful professor I have had at this institution. Most content was learned through reading the textbook and attempting homework, because she expects you to come to class already knowing whatever she is teaching and not slowing down for people too unintelligent to understand the first time she says it. BEWARE!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQzMjcwMTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-06-24 20:27:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"For Chem 103 and 104, lectures were largely based on pre-made slides. I felt that some straightforward topics received a lot of class time, while more challenging concepts were covered too quickly. The exams were much more difficult than examples in lecture, so I often relied on outside studying and additional practice to keep up with the material","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNzkyNjg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-04-07 18:18:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"good luck if you want to ask her for help, she will explain the same thing to you and then say you \"just need to know it\" and does not explain literally any questions in lecture, so hopefully you're good at figuring things out yourself. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNjc0MDY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-03-06 18:39:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"You can tell the only thing she cares about is research because she is incredibly uninterested in teaching and is near impossible to get in contact with.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzQwMTIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-20 23:49:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Do not take her class. Her exam averages are always at least 7% lower than other blocks of chem103 (due to her teaching and her exams being harder). She is extremely rude and condescending when you email her or go to office hours. I don't think I ever learned a thing from her and woke up every day DREADING her lecture. Take literally anybody else. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzYyNzAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-20 22:46:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"She can be brutally honest sometimes, but I thought she was a lot nicer than how some describe her. I didn't really enjoy chem 103, but I thought Zelewski was perfectly able and cared about the success of her students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzU5NjY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-20 16:22:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is so standardized that the professor doesn't even matter. You are given the same content no matter who you get. Only exams are dependent on professor really. Be prepared as this class is graded on your performance compared to everyone else. No grade cutoffs, purely curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTI2ODkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-09 20:38:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"As a lecturer, she isn't good. She talks fast and basically just reads off the slides. She doesn't record lectures, and she's not very charismatic.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDg1MDc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-07 23:23:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's honestly not as bad as other people make her out to be. She can be rude at times and sometimes I'm convinced she lives off of making her students suffer, but she explains things very well in lecture. You do need to teach yourself majority of the concepts, but the things she does explain in lecture, she does it very well, for the most part. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDIxMDgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-03 21:55:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought she was nice at the beginning of the semester until I had a family emergency and would miss a discussion quiz. At the beginning of the semester my entire discussion group had our quiz excused due to a fire drill, we did not have control over this. She would not excuse my quiz that I missed due to my grandpa's funeral, so it was dropped. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDAxMDcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-02 22:12:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are not engaging, prepare to teach yourself most of the material. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxOTE3ODQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-11-20 20:13:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avoid her at all costs. I went to office hours once and instead of helping me with my question, she ridiculed me and suggested \"If you don't know the answer to your question, you shouldn't be in this class.\" I immediately switched out for a different professor who cared about their students and helped judgment free, and easily achieved an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxODg0NDgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-11-17 20:25:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Strictly reads off the slideshow and hardly adds commentary. She is too knowledgeable about chemistry to teach an introductory class. Lecture is very TopHat heavy so you must attend. Everything I have learned in this class is from the TAs and YouTube videos, nothing from the professor that is making 6 figures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTc3MzA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-04-18 17:38:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not very good at lecturing, not specific about what we need to know for exams. Also not very helpful in office hours or outside of class if you need extra assistance with something. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTE2Mzg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-04-11 07:08:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Solid chem ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNzEwMDA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-02-26 06:03:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zelewski is a good, concise lecturer, and the TopHat questions in class(that count as participation) were very helpful for material understanding & test prep. Not going to lecture was the reason my grade wasn't an A, so I must stress attendance. Do the Pre-class work, pay attention in class, and do the homework, and you should be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNjAyODAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-25 23:57:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"You basically had to teach yourself all the content from the pre-class activities and then she would quickly go over stuff in lecture. If you like/can learn on your own you will be fine. The exams often included expanded info that was not talked about in class/lab/readings, make sure you are understanding not just memorizing to do well.  ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTQzNjQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-14 03:59:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"only read off the slides, doesnt know how to teach and didnt really seem to want to be there or care to even know what she was lecturing about that day. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTE0MTc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-09 04:08:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"would not take again ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTEwMTUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-08 20:11:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures aren't very helpful, she just reads off the slides, which are posted to canvas. Lots of top hat questions, and the answers aren't posted anywhere, so that may have been the plus of coming to lecture? If you don't thoroughly read through the pre-class assignments and take good notes, you won't pass. You pretty much have to teach yourself.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDg5MTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-06 04:31:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Zelewski was hard to follow with along during lectures and I ended up learning everything on my own anyway because she rarely elaborated on the topics presented to us, not straying from the slides. A plus was that she always came to lecture prepared and never went over time, even ending class a little early on occasion.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDgyNjE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-04 21:16:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Terrible professor. I literally wouldn't recommend her to anyone. She was not nice or accommodating whatsoever, and more importantly, she literally didn't teach; she just simply read off the slides or stood up front and expected us to work independently. I sent her an email regarding an assignment one time, and her response was incredibly rude!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDgyNTk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-04 21:10:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"I GREATLY DISKLIKED this professor. With all due respect, she is a terrible teacher, and the entire lecture is literally just Tophat review with very little to no explanation on any of the problems presented. She is also incredibly uncaring and does nothing to help or aid her students to succeed. Do NOT recommend!!! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDA5NzMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-21 19:56:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zelewski was a fine professor. Her lectures weren't that helpful usually, but they had moments where they were beneficial. Chem 103 is difficult regardless. She was also very accommodating for emergencies throughout the year (i.e. making up exams or quizzes). I would say she was very neutral overall.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzg3ODkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-19 22:54:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think the only reason I did decently in this class was because I took AP Chem in high school- and my TA was kinda helpful, unlike most of the TAs. Zelewski is a terrible lecturer and really just reads off the slides without explaining anything. Take Chem 103 with a different professor if you can. This class is a LOT of work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzMyNDI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-16 23:29:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Linda is not able to teach concepts of chemistry, she just reads the slides and moves through. She isn't able to teach chemistry and just adds piles of notes on in order to make up for it, but barely develops on the notes.She lacks chemistry knowledge and can't effectively explain past the answers she's given, so its confusing and misunderstood.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjc5Mjg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-13 19:20:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"just reads off slides. better learning on ur own","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMDU3MTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-01 15:01:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Yes, the content is challenging and Professor Zelewski doesn't go above what's expected to communicate ideas. She almost exclusively reads off-slides and sometimes has a hard time pacing the class. If you are confident in your ability to independently study and don't get a terrible TA she isn't all that bad and it's a very doable class with work. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5OTU3MDQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-11-15 16:25:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Did everything I could to succeed in this class and professor Zelewski was no help. She is very smart and knowledgable in the subject of chemistry but CANNOT teach. She just reads off the slides and doesn't explain much. The exams are mostly conceptual and have very unexpected things we've never seen before. Take chem with Prof Hooker!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5OTAzNzYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-11-06 21:33:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"The work isn't too heavy, but there are a lot of assignments like pre class, pre lab and post lab so it feels lie your always working on Chemistry. But she is very accommodating to problems. I was sick for a whole week and she answered quickly and helped me get through it. She is very smart so sometimes expects us to know more than we do. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MjA2NDQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-04-18 22:20:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 with her was a lot of busywork, but that happens no matter who you take: all professors have to give the same lectures with the same assignments and the same grading criteria for exams. She isn't an amazing lecturer but she isn't bad either. Shout out chad wilkinson","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MjAzMDI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-04-18 17:50:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"People don't give Linda enough credit. I believe that if you go to lecture every time and actively pay attention, she can actually be very helpful. I would say I learned a lot from her, as she is a pretty good lecturer. She's nothing extremely special though, she's a pretty standard professor, however she can be a little bit demeaning at points.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTExOTUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-22 20:25:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Linda is a decent prof and her lectures aren't bad, the course structure overall is what makes Chem 103 so awful. She's decently nice but can be rude sometimes I've heard. If you want a good/high grade be prepared to put a LOT of studying and practice in (at the expense of your mental health and sanity, unfortunately). Don't take unless you have to","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTA5MDEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-22 00:28:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Whenever I did not understand what was going on in lecture (which was often because she just read off the slides) she would get mad at me in office hours for not understanding. A TA will also help you learn more than you can in lecture. Not a bad person, but not the greatest professor. Try to get Hooker instead.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODYyNzkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-10 18:34:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"This was your standard huge freshman lecture. Dr. Zelewski herself reads off her slides and is not very accessible outside of this. Your TA makes a HUGE difference! Homework takes a long time and is where you learn most of the course content. Graded on 33% midterms, 20% final, if you follow her instructions for exam studying you will be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDg2OTk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-03-21 21:09:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'd guess that Chem 103/4 are not easy to teach because of the sheer amount of content covered, and I think Linda honestly does a decent job. Her grading is fair, the class is well organized, and she uses demonstrations to make lectures engaging. I think her RMP rating is kind of unfair and probably skewed by the difficulty of the course. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzYzNTI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-21 19:33:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Linda is a super nice lady, but her lectures weren't the best. I found that she tended to regurgitate the information off the slides, so it was difficult to stay engaged with the material. I thought the TopHat questions she used in lecture were alright, but they could've been more difficult to help prepare for exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzU2MjAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-19 17:57:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski read off of her slides during most lectures and did not really go in depth teaching wise. I think most Chem 103 classes will have a lot of homework so I'm not sure if that is specific to her course. Discussions really helped me to understand content and if you study all of the discussion packets, you'll do fine on the exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzQyNzgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-17 07:44:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zelewski was clearly very knowledgeable about chemistry but tended to have difficultly translating this over to students. Lectures proved to be quite monotonous , with little effort to engage with the students in the lecture halls. Lectures were very timely and organized, but lacked passion --which couldd make them hard to get through.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Mjg5MTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-05 20:15:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"I do not think she is as bad as people say. I had her for Chem 103 and have chosen to have her for Chem 104 again. Her grading scale was clear from the beginning of the class and your grade really depends on the effort and attendance you put into the course. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MDA4Njk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-07 18:03:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chemistry 103 by itself is insanely difficult outside of the professor. In lectures she is decent at explaining concepts, but she does go by pretty fast and somewhat assumes that you already know the material somewhat well the bulk of the course is going to be self taught. She does give out an insane amount of work too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTY1NDcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-05 02:31:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Just reads off the slides and goes so fast. Expects students to understand concepts after a glance at it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTI4MDky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-11-30 23:38:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"This professor is very organized and well-versed in what she wants to teach. You will always be aware of what is expected of you. Despite this, she is a little difficult to follow at times. She will continue to load up the homework, but it will be worth it if you can push through.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODc3NzMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-11-22 01:17:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"I don't think it matters which teacher you get for 103, but the TA. There's a lot of homework, but there's the CLC & the TA's that are willing to help if needed. Zelewski was fine, her lectures weren't recorded, but she posted unnannotated slides before class & her class structure was nice. Just put in the work & you'll probably get a B or higher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NjA0NTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-08-23 04:22:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Definitely not the best in the chemistry department, but she is friendly enough to ask for help if needed. If you put in the effort you will be fine but it's easy to fall behind. She does spend a lot of time on individual in class problems which is great for getting help in the moment from herself or TAs but can get tedious. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2Mjk1NDYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-10 06:31:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"The lectures were incredibly dry and she reads straight off the slides. However, in office hours she is helpful and nice. in my opinion the TA you get will make a much bigger impact on your learning than the professor in this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2Mjc0MjI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-07 19:44:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"She had hard tests and I did not find her to be super helpful. I would try to take another professor if I could because 103 is a tough class and it is a struggle keeping up at times.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDMxMTk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-06 17:50:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think that Zelewski is a decent lecturer. She sets aside time in class to go over questions that we discussed with peers. She posts lecture notes online so you can access them when needed, which is super helpful. Her tests are hard though. I've always walked in confident and left feeling dejected even though I did well on the practice material. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDMwNjY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-06 16:46:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"People over exaggerate how hard she is, if you can pay attention and do the pre-class you can easily secure a B","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDI0NzQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-05 18:56:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Slow grader and slide reader. Kinda boring but the top hat questions were useful. Overall mid professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzkyMDg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-24 23:27:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zelewski was an okay chem professor. Her lectures were not as engaging as I would've liked, but she did an adequate job of teaching the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzc5Mjkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-20 22:09:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Linda was not a great professor. She was not engaging, you learned everything by yourself or with the help of discussion. This class was way harder than it needed to be and there was so much homework. Do not take Linda if you have the choice. You will regret it. The curve is generous though because everyone suffers together. Still not worth it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzUwNTQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-13 22:57:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zelewski is a nice and caring Professor who genuinely wants you to learn. She makes herself available during office hours and is easy to reach. But, unfortunately, her style of teaching isn't very engaging. Her lectures are dry, and she flys through her slides faster than you can take notes. Overall likable but not great at teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjY4MzA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-28 19:31:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is overall a good professor but you will definitely have to teach yourself most things.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjYwMjQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-27 06:01:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Was not a fan of Linda's class set up. The lectures were not helpful, all she did was read off of the slides. I wish she took time to explain things. The averages for the tests were always D's and F's, and she took a week at the least to grade each of them. Not good if you have not taken higher level chemistry prior to this course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjEyNzA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-20 23:48:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took Chem 103 with her and spent way more time in her lectures confused about the tophat problems than actually learning. She doesn't explain anything in depth, so get ready for a semester of basically just reading an online textbook and learning from that alone. The lectures are pretty much just some cheap practice problems with minimal teaching","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjAzMjkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-20 04:33:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Does not really teach and is not understandable at all. Half the class taught themselves chem and lectures are very pointless. If you want to succeed in Chem, enroll in any chem that is not taught by Dr. Zelewski","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTUyMDYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-16 04:32:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"I truly think that this professor does not care about her students. There is an immense amount of work and she does not even teach it. She simply goes through slides during lecture from concepts we had to learn ourselves in the pre-class assignments. If you are sick, don't even bother emailing because she will just say to go to the doctor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTQxNjIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-15 19:48:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor overall very approachable in class and office hours. Lecture is boring, but mostly because how easy the class is","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTM0Mjc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-15 06:42:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Zelewski has a strange way of teaching lectures. Instead of explaining and walking through problems and their answers, she puts the answers up and expects you to understand the process yourself. She doesn't actually &quot;teach&quot; but rather reiterates information from the textbook in almost the exact same complicated, robotic way.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTI5NzU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-15 02:23:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's one of those professors that doesn't make you realize how bad you have it, until she's absent one day and has a sub fill in for her. Insanely hard tests that have problems unrelated to any previous material we've done. But a very generous curve (because everyone's failing)!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTE5NTMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-14 18:23:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her exams are nothing like the practice or sample exams and are often composed of questions I had never seen before. Yet, exams are the bulk of your grade and determine where you will fall on the curve. Her homework is consistent and once you get into the routine of the course, it gets easier, but the exams ruin her as a professor for me.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTAzMzYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-13 21:55:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was nervous for this class after reading some of Prof. Zelewski's reviews, and most of the reviews were spot on. You basically teach yourself all of the material and the lectures are pointless. She glazes over the material and talks extremely fast. The exams are very difficult and the averages are always super low. Would not recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzYyMzI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-03 19:40:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"I wish I could give Dr. Z a 2.5/5 because she isn't that bad but she isn't that good either. She is very intelligent and knows a lot about what she is teaching, but she often won't explain things very well and then give difficult practice problems over the concepts. She wouldn't be my first choice but if you have to take chem with her, you'll be ok","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzYwMDQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-03 16:57:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewinski is not a good professor at all. She basically expects you to learn everything in the pre-class work and does not explain anything in lectures. She reads off slides and doesn't engage with students at all. If there is a hard problem she just goes past it and doesn't explain. Her exams match nothing that you are given in class or in hw","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzQ1MDE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-02 14:12:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski just read directly off lecture slides and had us do TopHat questions during lectures. The lectures were just about things we had to do as pre-class work, so essentially she taught me nothing and I just had to teach myself. She also has some of the hardest tests among the 103 teachers and usually has pretty low averages.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzM5MjUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-01 22:46:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Expects you to know everything based off the pre-class readings and she reads off lecture slides. Not very engaging. Exams are EXTREMELY hard and averages are always in the 60s (lowest of all chem profs). I HIGHLY recommend signing up for the chem learning center if taking with her! You learn more with them than anything else.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzM4MDky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-01 21:24:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would not recommend taking her as a course. She is not very good at explaining during lecture. She expects you to know how to do all of the preclass info before class. I had an injury and needed extra time for a test and she never responded to my email. The tests are 10x harder than any of the practice and you have to know lab info on tests.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjgzMDQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-21 23:43:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the worst teachers I have ever encountered. She reads off of her presentation like she's doing a 5th grade research report done the night before. Gives practically 0 additional explanation besides basic rewordings of slides. Often she is simply wrong. If you don't mind a bad professor by all means join, at least 1/4 of the class gets an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Mjc4NjM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-20 04:59:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a nice person outside of teaching. However her lectures aren't helpful (if you don't understand, the lecture wouldn't help you). You need to put in a LOT of effort to get at least a B in the class. This class is fast paced, lot of reading. This class will hurt your GPA if you fall behind. Unless your really good at Chem get a tutor ASAP.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MTk3NDgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-05 17:41:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shes clearly very knowledgeable of chemistry but will not reflect on her teaching methods when 300 students average 60% on all exams. You will need to teach yourself from the textbook or heavily rely on your TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTgwOTIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-04-20 14:21:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zelewski did a solid job of teaching CHEM103, but nothing more. Often, would be hard or unable to reach regarding the class. Learned most of the material on my own through the assigned textbook readings. Quizzes and exams are somewhat difficult, although with studying the material, you'll do fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTUzNTUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-04-15 01:32:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zelewski is pretty average I suppose. I did well in her class. I can't speak for in-person classes, but her online course materials were pretty disorganized, not helped by the fact that she assigned SO MANY different homework assignments per week, on at least 4 different platforms. Once you get in the rythmn of the class it was just okay.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NDkxNTcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-03-31 04:01:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't be scared to email if there was something that prevented you from taking the test properly, she will deal with it properly.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MzEyMzE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-25 04:33:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"I joined her class mid September. I was in another Chem course, but found the content too hard and was put in her class. She expected me to complete the content from the previous three weeks (&amp; assignments) for the first exam ten days later. In October I had covid, and was hospitalized three days before the second exam. She still made me take it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0Mjk3MDUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-20 03:31:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski is, form what I've seen, a very caring prof. She really wants to see her students succeed. She is always there for help during her office hours and answers all questions in her lectures. Her exams are a bit harder but she does usually have a nice curve. I took AP Chem in high school and never had to read the textbook.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjcwODIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-13 05:47:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you are thinking about taking chem 103, I advise you not to choose Zelewski as your professor. She expects her students to know everything and forgets that teachers are meant to teach. She also blames the students for doing poorly on tests when, in actuality, it is a direct reflection of her teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjYyODM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-11 17:17:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not very nice to students","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjU0MTUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-08 20:05:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zelewski's version of chemistry is significantly more challenging than all other professors. Despite having the same content, exams had a much higher level of difficulty and her grading was very harsh as well. Chemistry is no doubt a tough class but sadly it was not made any easier by Professor Zeleweski.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjQ1OTEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-06 22:25:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Honestly, it doesn't really matter too much who your professor is because they all use the same canvas course. You'll be fine with whoever as long as you read the book and make sure you understand the pre-class. Linda is one of the tougher profs, However. Each exam averaged around 60-70%, but there was a generous curve. Definitely my hardest class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjE2ODM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-30 16:55:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"I will start by saying I am not a chemistry whiz. I would not recommend this professor if you do not have a solid understanding of chemistry concepts from prior education. I am sure she is a wonderful professor for people with a better understanding of chemistry!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MTIzMDgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-17 19:20:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"I will never take a class with this professor again. It is blatantly obvious she does not care about her students and has little passion for what she is teaching. She has not even attempted to make adapt her class to an online learning environment and in turn made her tests harder than what would ever be in a regular environment. Dont take class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDU4NjM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-14 00:22:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski is the worst professor I have had in my academic career. Not only does she not care about her students, but she was incredibly insensitive during COVID and was not good at teaching the material in a course that is mandatory for many majors. She is the worst. Period. If you can take this class with literally anyone else, do it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzOTkxMjUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-08 22:53:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was nervous coming into Prof Zelewski's class after reading some of her reviews. However, I found her teaching style to be very enjoyable and she was very thorough and clear when covering course material. Although her exams were more difficult, she always had fair curves which I actually preferred as opposed to having easier exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzOTY2MDc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-06 20:57:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Avoid Linda if you can. A friend asked to take a quiz on a different day because he had a family members funeral that day, and she said &quot;funeral services only take 1-2 hours, can you check your schedule for the rest of the day?&quot; Her quizzes and exams are so much harder than the other professor's and she doesn't let us ask questions during lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzOTQxOTkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-03 20:55:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"She blames the students for their performance. Regardless of how much you study, you will be given exams that do not fairly test the content you learn in class. I did tutoring for 6-10 hours a week and still practically failed every test. Avoid her and take a professor that can recognize when they are at fault.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzOTM0NTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-03 03:13:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zelewski seems to not care about her students at all, especially with the change to online learning. The tests have no correlation to anything done in the class nor the work given. Every test has an average of a 60%, and she blames all her shortcomings on her students. If you can DO NOT take her as there are much better options.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzODUxMTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-11-19 19:17:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"You teach yourself everything and there are no accommodations for online learning. Tests are harder than all of the practice material and you'll be tested on things you've never really learned then are expected to just figure it out. The class average on every test so far has been like a 60/100 yet somehow it's just all of the student's fault.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzk2MzM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-11-10 22:52:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"She expects to know concepts already despite this being an introductory course. She also expects you to learn everything yourself. The amount of homework is completely unmanageable and she blames the students for her shortcomings. When I asked her what I could do to raise my grade she told me to drop the class. Avoid this class at all costs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzc2NjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-11-06 01:08:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chemistry is a difficult topic to master. I have no issues with the way lectures are held. The examples and Q&amp;A help show and clarify concepts, but cannot be relied upon entirely. Most of the class is self-taught as there is a lot of material with little time to cover it all. Work very hard outside of class, and the exams aren't super challenging.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzY1MTkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-11-03 20:05:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class is marked as beginner yet they expect that youre already familiar with the content. When struggling she is passive aggressive and basically just makes you do it yourself. Youre just teaching yourself through the textbook since in whole class she just reads off slides and puts the job of teaching into the TAs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzMzMTE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-10-26 00:41:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Do not take this class, Professor Zelewski assigns 20 pages of module homework a week and expects you to complete it while assigning 4 hours of new lecture material prior to each exam. She only shows up for 1 hour per week and reads off her slides and doesn't even her camera on. No tolerance for any late work and do not take this class ever!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzMzMTE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-10-26 00:40:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Passive aggressive when you ask for help. Do not take Chem 103 with her. There are so many assignments, and they cover topics that she hasn't taught in lecture. Quizzes and exams have problems that are way harder than what you are taught, and you're expected to know how to figure it out. No accommodations for virtual learning, you teach yourself.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzI0Njk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-10-22 16:41:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"She doesn't teach anything. She grades very hard and doesn't have any sympathy. She blames the students for poor performance. Her lectures are difficult to understand, she draws on a trackpad, and has chats and audio disabled. She assigns the most homework I've ever seen and what she teaches and the homework are completely different. Avoid her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNjg2MTYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-10-08 04:30:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Works us til we cant think anymore and then gives absolutely no leeway for technological issues relating to submissions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNjQ5OTg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-09-17 20:15:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awful. It's a beginner Chem course and she expects you to already know chem concepts. Unclear in teaching, strict, and will have study guides that do not match the test.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMDI2MjAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-04-06 20:45:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"I have to agree with the other comments that felt she was rude to her students. She specifically told me she 'doubted my mental capacity' when I came to her with a question outside of class. Got an A, but also started therapy. Please, dont take her if you can. Fast but sloppy lecturer with super tough exams. 0/10","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMjc4NDAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-10-11 03:53:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Reads straight from the slides during lecture. There is a clear disconnect between course content and exams; teaches us one thing and tests us on something else","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNDc4NzI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-03-26 01:58:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"The second midterm was extremely difficult and graded tough. The last page was a 16 point question, and I know multiple people who got 0/16. You cannot do enough practice problems for midterm 2. Her voice is also annoying to listen to, and she reads off of a notecard during her lectures. The curve helped a lot since I got 65% on two exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMzc0NzY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-02-23 00:26:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class will take up a lot of your time but if you do the readings and homework nothing on the exams will surprise you. Lectures can be boring but she explains concepts well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjg1MzE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-21 00:26:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"It is quite obvious she cares about her students and tries hard to give students the tools they need to succeed. The class isn't an easy A without prior chemistry experience but if you try hard and get the homework (sometimes a significant amount) done, you can do fine. Tests are not too bad as it is very obvious what will be tested on.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjgwMzU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-18 22:09:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski is overall a great professor, however your TA is more helpful as discussion is where you will do most of your practice problems and be able to ask more questions. Hopefully you get a good TA! In lecture TopHat is used frequently. The slides are posted the night before lecture so I recommend taking notes before lecture, it really helps.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjY0Mzky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-15 20:27:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Linda uses tophat ALOT so make sure you go to class. She also gives a quite bit of homework but if you practice the homework questions a couple of times before the exam, you will do well. There is a slight curve at the end of the semester so do not stress out much. She is super helpful and accessible outside classroom.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTM1NTcz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-22 03:36:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"I liked Linda as a professor but my main problem was with my TA. He wasn't very good at explaining anything so that is where I mostly struggled. Linda is pretty good at teaching, the course is just difficult. Be prepared for lots of homework and studying. Attendance is MANDATORY to understand course material and answer TopHat questions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwODMwMDYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-01 00:37:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"One key advice is ASK QUESTIONS. She enjoys it best when students do this so I highly advise it. The class overall is a workload but every effort will be worth it. Dr. Zelewski is extremely in the sense that she teaches A and tests A. The curriculum is tough so grading is tough but it's not the professor's fault. Attendance is adivised for TOPHAT.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNzEwNzQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-11-13 01:46:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professors who teach freshman level courses are the true heroes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NzU4Nzk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-07 11:39:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski was amazing. I had her for a summer course and enjoyed going to lecture. She made it worth it for me to show up because her demos were helpful. The exams werent too bad and the final was fairly easy","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NDU2Mzc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-06-15 12:25:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"103/104!! Professor Zelewski is an intelligent professor who is  up-to-date about Chemistry. You must pay attention during lectures because she moves fast and briefly covers topics. Her class is basically based off of your three exams and the final exam. This is not an easy class and you must work for your grade. Heavy lectures and heavy homework.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4Mjg5Mzk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-05-11 18:50:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"I had her for 103 and 104 and both were relatively straight forward. At the root of it, chemistry is hard regardless of the professor but she made an effort to make it not as hard. The curve is based off of the whole lecture and is usually super generous, like 73+ has been an A. Do the work, go to class, get help if needed, and you should be fine!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDMzMjc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-11 19:17:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall good lecturer, fairly easy class if you show up and do all assigned work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDI2NzAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-10 20:31:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shes straight forward, a good lecturer, understands what she's doing, and grades fairly. I don't expect anything else from a college professor. As long as you do the HW, go to lecture, and study well you'll be fine. I don't understand why her rating is low.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MDExMTc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-07 00:33:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski has been one of my favorite professors by far. Everything she teaches in Lecture and the worksheets in discussion are reflective of the tests she hands out. The only vice I have is that her demonstrations in class don't always work, however this really isn't important towards chemistry knowledge. Would highly reccomend!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjI1MTQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-26 16:25:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor, solid choice. Be prepared to be structured, organized, and prepared to pass the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjE5MzEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-24 22:54:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class works essentially as a flipped class where you learn content on your own before lecture and do examples in lecture. Linda also does tophat in lecture which means you pretty much have to go as part of your grade is based off of answering the questions. Beware of exam 2. Overall okay teacher with annoying voice.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTczMjY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-19 22:30:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class might be easy if you like chemistry. Linda expects you to know a lot about chemistry before taking this class, so if you don't, you're going to have to put extra time into the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTY1ODA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-19 13:20:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski frequently has typos and other errors in her lecture presentations. Many of her demonstrations went wrong, almost as if she had never done them Before and spent no time preparing. She lost one of my lab reports and is forcing me to either redo the lab during finals week for credit, or take a zero on the lab.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTM4Nzc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-16 21:43:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor, but a lot of material","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NDk5Nzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-14 20:57:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her tests absolutely had nothing to do with her material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MzgzNjE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-08 02:16:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her lectures can be a bit disorganized. Sometimes she goes way too fast. Both my TA and tutor have said multiple times, \"I'm not sure why she taught the material like that.\" Most of the lecture is spent reviewing prelecture stuff and doing TopHat questions. Most learning must be done on your own time. She is willing to help during office hours.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MzAzMjY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-01 17:19:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think her rating should be much higher. Her lectures a little robotic, but they are clear, concise, and well-organized. The class is a lot of work, but that's not necessarily by her choosing. She is friendly and available to answer questions. Her exams are fair and reward those who review the homework and discussion worksheets. Would recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MjY5NzE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-28 23:59:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class is taught well and going lectures are interactive, which I think helps with the learning of the material. There is a grade for attendance, which is taken through answering questions during class (not for correctness, just participation).","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MTU3NzA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-09 16:32:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski lectures quickly but if you write down everything she writes on the chalkboard, you'll be fine. If you sit in front or near the center aisle towards the front, she will always be willing to help you. Midterm 1 is not too difficult, Midterm 2 is quite difficult, MidTerm 3 is all concept based. Make sure to do plenty of practice problems","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MTQyMTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-07 13:16:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pros: very easy to understand, explains content well, available at office hours. Cons: one of the most boring people you will ever meet, puts content on exams that was not discussed in lecture, often does not finish lecture slides","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MTM4Mzgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-06 19:24:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a very easy to understand professor. She does a good job of explaining concepts and seems to really care that students understand. I used to hate chemistry, and she makes it very fun! Definitely not the worst professor I've ever had.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MDcyOTQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-10-24 20:42:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Most of your grade comes from the tests, which are relatively straightforward, but not easy. She doesn't really go out of her way to trick you, and the tests are pretty much only on stuff you cover in lecture. She has lots of time for discussion during lectures, and if you sit near the front it is very easy to ask her questions during this time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2ODY2ODU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-08-05 13:35:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took Chem 103 with her in the summer. It's probably pretty different from the academic year. In general, she is a very well organized professor and speaks very clearly. I recommend taking a course taught by her. She cares about her students unlike many other professors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NjA2NjQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-04-16 01:14:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm very confused by these reviews because I absolutely loved Zelewski. She's very enthusiastic and easy to listen to during lecture. The tests were very fair compared to other Chem profs I've had.  Do the readings, show up to lecture, and attend her weekly problem solving sessions if needed and you should be able to walk away with an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NTY1NDM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-04-08 21:33:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zelewski was an okay teacher and seemed very nice but her tests were challenging.  She expected a lot of reading from the textbook and most of the material was just covered in class anyway. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzM1ODI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-27 13:51:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall a very challenging class. You definitely have to put in a lot of work. Your TA could make or break your semester.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzIxMjA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-22 15:35:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Linda rushed through her lectures, and towards the end of the semesters, the lectures turned into her just doing example problems on the board with no explanations. The second test is IMPOSSIBLE. Study hard. Worst chem 103 teacher out of the rest of them- try for someone else.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzE2ODg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-21 17:50:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sucked. Tests are the major part of the grade, but they are nothing like the lectures or the book. Overall a very difficult .professor and hardest tests I have ever taken","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzE2NjA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-21 16:54:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Labs are excruciating. Emailed her for help and she told me to meet with my TA and that she would be unavailable outside of her office hours. Exams were very difficult. Homework was lengthy, would take me around 6 to 7 hours to complete. Some demos in class were cool but her lectures were overall confusing. DO NOT TAKE CHEM 103 WITH HER!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MzA1OTk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-19 14:25:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Going to lecture is important, especially because she always included demos or examples on tests. Exams could be tough, including the final, and were very conceptual based. However, she set a pretty generous curve at the end of the class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MjkzMjg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-01-15 15:55:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"She tends to speed through some topics. A lot of work for the class, but it isn't too hard if you study. Attendance is technically non-mandatory, but there are clicker questions during lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTcxNDAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-22 20:25:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was awful, and the class was awful.  The averages on most of the midterms were barely passing. They are extremely difficult, even if you go through all of her objectives.  Get a different professor for sure.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTY3NDQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-22 12:11:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Take a different professor if you haven't taken APIB Chem. She's fine with having 9% of the class get an A. She doesn't explain in depth. Do all of the mastering chemistry. She helps a lot outside of class. She's boring to listen to. Need to go to class to know what she'll put on exam. Read the book. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTQ3MjI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-19 14:59:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are long and cover only the basics. She expects you to do a lot of the learning on your own by reading the textbook. Lots of Mastering Chemistry homework. Tests aren't too bad.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDY3NDI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-13 18:16:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"you can tell she's obviously passionate about chemistry which is nice. some of the material she covers she doesn't exactly explain in depth and just kind of assumes you know how to do it already. first time teaching chem 103 since 2009 and you could tell she was a little rusty. tests aren't too bad, except the second one on thermochemistry. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDY1MjUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-13 14:16:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"She flies in lecture and her tests are an abomination. She will mention very insignificant things in lecture that will be put on the test; for instance, on the periodic trends test she put all of the exceptions to the trends which she barely touched upon in lecture. Listen to every word she says in lecture if you want an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDYwNzI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-12 23:37:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"This was the first time Zelewski has taught 103 since '09, and it kind of showed. Overall she was a good professor, but wasn't always completely clear and assumed we knew some of the material. If you ask for help she is more than willing. Tests are similar to the practice and aren't bad if you get the concept and study. Helps to have a good TA also","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDU5MjQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-12 21:19:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"The worst professor I had all semester. Her lectures are terrible.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDQ2MjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-11 23:30:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a good professor and knows what she is talking about.  The readings will help you understand the lectures the better.  The tests are fair and the objectives are clear-cut.  There are daily questions that count for your grade so attend as many lectures as you can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTk1ODYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-09 01:16:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a very smart lady. However, she thinks in her head a lot and doesn't explain things very well. It was difficult to know what to study for the test. I found this class very difficult. On top of that, I had a horrible TA. The only thing that saved me was the CLC.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTkxMDU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-08 19:38:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"First off, she's listed in the staff as a lecturer, not even a professor. READ THE BOOK. Her tests are pretty tough. Class average was 65% on 2nd midterm. Study her quizzes, because there are similar questions on the exam. Honestly hardest class. It's a weed out class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTg1OTE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-08 14:19:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Teaches straight out of the book and doesn't cover everything in class she expects you to learn. You basically have to teach yourself everything in this class. You should go to lectures, but they don't help at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTE1OTk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-01 17:49:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zelewski's lectures don't represent the material's complexity very well and does not go in depth enough to the point of what we need to know.  The T.A.'s are more helpful for the most part, but most of discussion is spent going over labs and not course material.  Zelewski's objectives for exams are awful and are horrible representations of the test","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTE0MDI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-01 14:29:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"I overall enjoyed Professor Zelewski. the class is tough but that's what's to be expected for a chemistry course. She let us out early a lot ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODg3NjI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-11-24 20:31:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Would not recommend.  Has very annoying voice. Spends a lot of time going over the basics and then skims over anything more complicated. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNjgyMjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-10-22 13:47:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"She seems like she knows what she is talking about.  Gets lost in her lectures which are hard to follow.  Test are really hard, Labs are long and some what hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNjcwNDM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-10-19 20:30:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"She becomes a little scatterbrained in her lectures, but if you pay attention you'll be fine. Do all of the homework, and use the practice questions to study for exams. She holds problem solving sessions before exams: go to them! If you have a question in lecture, be sure to sit near the front and you'll be able to ask it right in class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDY1MDI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-30 16:43:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"She has the most annoying accent ever, and she's not that great of a teacher. If you aren't already well versed in chem this will not be an easy class. I took three years in high school and I still couldn't get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MTQyNjYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-05-06 23:48:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good overall professor.  If you read the book and understand the concepts you will do fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MDAwMzcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-04-15 12:41:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you understand the concepts, not just memorize the problems, you'll do well.  Read the book. Zelewski is 100% average, a chem robot, pretty much tells you what you need.  She lacks any personality but it won't really matter.  Nothing unexpected on exams.  For a TA, if you have Abruna, get on his good side early, and put in face time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2ODEyNDAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-02-18 03:19:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"awesome prof. ready to help you when needed. you will struggle on her tests . shes not trying to fail you she just is challenging you. she will help you with anything and she will help you until you understand it","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NzcwMjUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-01-29 22:17:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"You will not do well unless you have a good TA. Angel Abruna is a horrible TA. If you get him, switch asap. He has a heavy accent that is incomprehensible at times and does a terrible job of explaining material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NzIxNjI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-01-13 13:24:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took regular chem in high school but there was a good amount of new material to learn. She covers a lot of material in a lecture and has a Sarah Palin-esque accent. Nothing is curved until the final so if everyone does bad on a quiz/lab/exam, then everyone gets a bad grade. Success = Make good exam notecards and have a helpful TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjcxODM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-01-03 23:04:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"extremely boring and the midterms and final have random trick questions on them. I would suggest getting someone else.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjQyMDAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-26 11:15:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"She doesn't curve anything but curves the whole class pretty generously at the end.  Exams aren't too bad, pretty basic and straight-forward.  The problems in the book she recommends are applicable to what is on the midterms.  The final was tough, though; a lot of conceptually-based questions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjAzNjU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-19 14:47:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"she's an ok professor. personally didn't do that great of a job explaining contents, so if you want to do well just read the book. overall her quizzes, and tests were very fair. her final is a bit tricky though and harder than the midterms.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTkzODU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-18 11:26:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her final is hard and she doesn't curve","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTg1NjI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-17 15:45:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"She goes way to fast in lectures. Exams are difficult, and have extremely random questions. Can use a notecard on exams, so that is helpful! Read the sections she's lecturing on before class and you'll be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTI5ODQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-11 15:59:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty good prof. Explains the material well, isn't arrogant, in-class experiments are neat. Do the recommended homework and the class isn't so bad. She keeps the class very well informed on where to be in the textbook and when. Labs are tedious and don't contribute much to a knowledge of chemistry, but that's not really her fault.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NDU0NTE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-02 15:54:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"super boring, annoying voice, lectures are pointless, cannot teach: all she does is do examples but she does not explain clearly, makes a lot of mistakes during lecture, i recommend another prof if possible","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NDM5Nzc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-30 15:14:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would highly recommend this professor. All material that is on exams is gone over in class. She does move fairly quickly in lectures, but as long as you read the textbook section before the lecture, you will be fine. She is very clear in explaining all the concepts in class. She also allows the use of notecards on finals which is sooo awesome.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzQ3MzQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-10 23:58:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Most interesting and clear chemistry professor that I've ever had. Notecards on tests are very helpful. Study, and get early to exams to pick a good seat, and you can do well! (Still requires work to get a good grade though)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzM3Mzgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-09 17:01:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor.  Flies through lectures so you need your book. A lot.  But you get to use a notecard on exams. so it evens out","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:15.970330+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Mjk1NzQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:638529","instructor_name":"Linda Zelewski","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-10-31 21:50:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great Prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/638529","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzg5ODQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-24 17:22:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni seems like a great guy, pretty accessible outside of class, but lacked empathy and patience and taught very quickly for what was supposed to be an entry-level course. Chem103 is definitely a &quot;weeding-out&quot; class. I went to tutoring regularly and attended each lecture/lab and managed to pass, but I wish I had taken AP Chem.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNjAxMjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-08-20 19:38:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved having Marty for my first college chem class! His lectures were interesting and you could tell that he was passionate about what he was teaching. Yes, chemistry is a hard class &amp; you need to work to do well, but I felt like he was teaching so that everyone could grasp the material, not just memorize this for the test. Highly recommend!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNTk5MzE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-08-19 23:35:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Wasn't a huge fan of prof Zanni's. He goes through content way too fast in lecture and doesn't answer questions very well. Was going to rate him a 2/5 but he compensates for bad lectures in office hours where he is very straight forward and gives you hints for exams. He's pretty funny but also kind of pretentious","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTQ4ODAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-04-28 19:02:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Marty was a fun guy, but I did not like his teaching style. He mostly just buzzed through things without explanation.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTExNjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-04-23 06:53:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"After completing gen chem and organic chem, I can confidently say Zanni was the best professor out of all of them. He has great energy that keeps the class interesting, appreciate how he makes lecture worthwhile by not reiterating the book. Yes the class is challenging, but that's just how chem is. Exams were always very fair, timing is everything.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyODcyNzE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-01-28 03:43:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Marty is a very energetic professor and is very passionate about teaching chemistry. He always makes lectures interesting and it is very hard to get less than a 100 on Top Hat questions. I highly recommend him and I would've loved to have him for Chem 104 as well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyODcxNjcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-01-27 21:59:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 with Marty was awesome! Every Chem 103 class uses TopHat but he makes sure to take the time to explain and go over each question in detail. He was super interesting to listen to that he held my attention the whole time. His exams are the most challenging out of all the sections but GO TO OFFICE HOURS it really helps with the exams!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNzk3MjY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-01-06 02:41:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would absolutely take Chem 103 with Marty again. He really cares about chemistry and wants his students to be successful. You can talk to him after class for quick clarifications on the lecture, which was nice. Having him for my first semester in college was great!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNzQ2NTQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-12-23 02:49:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Marty made lectures interesting and made it easy to pay attention. Marty was very informative and worked hard to make sure his students understood the material. Would HIGHLY recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNzE1MDI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-12-19 04:20:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really liked Marty as a chemistry professor and lecturer. Yes, the class was challenging, but Marty made it so students that work hard and show up pass. Hes very helpful in office hours, and it seems like he genuinely cares about his students and their future. Funny guy and very laid back.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNDY1MTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-11-22 20:45:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Marty is hilarious in class and is honestly the only reason I go to lectures anymore. I really don't like chemistry, but he explains everything very clearly and is hilarious. Fun Fact: this semester in my class he gave some people who answered his questions the chance to drive his Tesla","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMzI2MTE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-10-28 16:34:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Marty is one of my favorite professors so far. He made lectures engaging and entertaining even though I am not the biggest fan of chemistry. I enjoyed attending his classes. He is down to earth and enthusiastic about his material while teaching it in a understandable way. 10/10. Love you Marty.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNjczNzU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-04-25 14:30:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is a very charismatic and caring professor. He tries to make lectures engaging and helps present difficult topics seen in the textbook in a concise and understandable manner. If you go to class early and sit in one of the front seats, he likes to come up and chat with you too. I definitely recommend him as a lecturer.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMzYyNTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-02-19 04:15:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Definitely the best professor I've ever had. Yes, you have to work hard, and go to class! You definitely need to go to class, but he's so interesting to listen to that your attention is always there. Go to office hours too! He really cares about every student. If you go to office hours, you'll find that some of his exam questions come from them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjk0NTk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-23 06:04:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Although some days toward the end of the semester he would go too fast and kind of skip over stuff in lecture, I liked him overall. He's so funny and laid back but you have to pay close attention the entire class or you'll be lost.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjg4NjEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-22 01:00:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is really funny and engaging, his hour and fifteen minute lectures weren't bad to sit through. His tests are hard though so you have to study, the average is always pretty low though so don't panic if you get a 65. He gives a generous curve and always makes sure that 22% of the class got an A. I would take him again for chem 104 if I could.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjgzNjQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-20 04:00:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"I found Zanni to be a good professor for a poorly structured class. He's energetic and fun to listen to in lecture, but Chemistry 103 is expected to cover a lot of information with not a lot of time to do it. I thought his tests were somewhat tough but if you prepared you could do well. Zanni was helpful to go to in office hours too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjgwNjQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-18 23:25:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Honestly Chem is a hard class so I expected to have a challenging time taking this course. However, his tests were just horrible towards the end of the semester. My TA was also terrible so maybe if you have a good TA you will do fine. I, on the other hand, was on the struggle bus the entire semester and dont wish it upon anybody.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjgwMTkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-18 21:28:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni was okay - he's entertaining enough in class and seems approachable, but he speeds through content and does not cover many subjects in depth. His exams are also really hard - his questions are usually very specific and less about testing overall concepts, so the class averages are usually low (in the 60-70 range). Read the textbook! It helps.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjY3Mzg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-16 05:11:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"lecture is a spectacle of a man who goes through the motions, transparently yearning to be somewhere elsethe lab, or perhaps home. your education is a chore to martin. it's what's between work and dinner. learn to fall out of the habit of thinking professors have the capacity to care. teach yourself. be your own instructor. give yourself 5 stars.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTY5OTM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-28 20:58:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zanni has a radiant personality and a passion for chemistry that is evident as soon as you walk into his lectures. He answered questions frequently and always tried his best to get the class to engage in his lectures. His exams were challenging and most of the class averages ranged from 60-70 across the three exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTQzMDQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-23 04:59:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall easy class, fun professor, showed up did minimum work and got an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTMzMzU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-21 23:11:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a fine professor, you can definitely tell he thinks up jokes that he thinks college students would like ahead of time (basically just pointed jokes about anything with the letter 'D' in it). Make sure to print off the powerpoint guides for class, it'll make studying much easier in the end. Everything you need to know is there.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTI0ODg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-21 03:40:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"I do not have words. The lectures weren't helpful for me at all, and I ended up having to teach myself everything.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDU3MDQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-17 00:46:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is an alright professor in lecture, but he goes very fast in order to fit all of the material in and diesn't really dive into topics that much. GO TO OFFICE HOURS! He is so helpful in office hours and helps you to understand the material. Plus he's a pretty cool guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDQ2ODEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-15 23:51:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is super funny and makes class really fun. If you do the work you're assigned and actually read the textbook and study you'll do fine in the class. His exams focus on specific concepts from lecture, so if you don't go to lecture you'll miss out.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDQwNTU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-15 09:03:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Zanni is a really great, caring, funny guy. Chemistry is going to be difficult, but at least Dr. Zanni makes his lectures interesting and interactive. Just be aware that there will be a curve, but it is difficult to get the grade you want.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwODQ3NzY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-12-03 16:14:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is a pretty good professor - he's passionate and always excited about chemistry. However, when it gets to the exams, he generally likes to focus half the exam (usually the short answers) on less dominant concepts of the modules/topics learned, which is frustrating. That makes the class harder, and it's hard to utilize the end of sem curve.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwODA4MTI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-11-28 20:45:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is hilarious and lecture is always fun. The exams are pretty tough, but if you prepare well you'll be fine. He does move super fast in lecture and things can get really confusing, lots of info to cover in not enough time. Overall the class is a lot of work but Zanni made it somewhat enjoyable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NDgzMTEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-06-24 21:41:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved taking chemistry with Professor Zanni. He genuinely cares about every student's success. As long as you read and listen during lecture, you'll do well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzE3Mzc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-11 18:42:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Makes lecture interesting. Nice, funny guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2Mjk2NTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-04-14 12:20:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is a pretty standard teacher, pretty funny and mostly prepared. Overall, I'd say that he's super super average, but there is nothing to be afraid of. He's a nice dude.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MjgwMDIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-04-12 15:10:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is very passionate about chemistry and makes you interested in the material and what he is saying in lecture. A bit tough on the tests, but definitely passable with the curve!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MTk0MjQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-03-28 21:10:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zanni is a very energetic professor. Lectures aren't boring, he purposely has many demos, and gives time to asks questions. Tests are pretty challenging but gives good practice exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MDk2MjE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-02-29 00:18:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Zanni, or Marty (like he told us we could use) is an amazing lecturer. Tests lined up with lectures almost perfectly and his teaching was very easy to follow. Definitely would recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MDg1OTM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-02-24 23:19:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MDU3ODc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-02-15 20:06:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni made lecture palatable, if not enjoyable. He mixed in an excessive amount of demos that were fun, but not always relevant or useful. Tests were difficult if you generally struggle with chemistry like I do. The curve is difficult to take advantage of and basically is determined by exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTY3NjI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-20 02:04:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni clearly knows his stuff, and he is very organized. However, I believe he could do a better job of conveying the material in a more understandable way. The tests are pretty difficult; make sure you don't only do practice exams. You're gonna have to work hard and consistently for it, but it is a reachable A/B / A if you put in the time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTQ5Njc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-16 00:21:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Somewhat difficult professor. Gives 3 midterms and a final that aren't curved in a normal way and class averages were often in the 60% range. Practice exams are NOT like the exams which is really annoying. Covered some topics extremely specifically and some not at all. Very intelligent, likes to talk about his successes. Energetic lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODY5NTA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-04 09:08:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are confusing. Homework take a lot of time. Labs are very fast-paced. Exams are hard and do not  follow a pattern.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODY1Nzc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-03 17:47:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is a really good lecturer and puts a lot of minor topics on his exams. Pay attention to the clicker questions too, those will be on the final exam.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODQ5ODgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-30 15:22:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests are really tough and some material is confusing. Easy to pay attention to.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODQ3MTgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-30 00:00:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Martin Zanni was a great professor.  Gave very enthusiastic and energetic lectures, and helped to make sure we understood the material.  Exams are tough but a curve will be applied.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODQyOTgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-29 12:00:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really great lecturer who is energetic and cares a lot about the students. Does a lot of demos and generally makes all of the content really interesting and fun. I was never bored once in lecture. Exams are tough but his final curve was really in the student's favor and overall everybody did well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODM3OTUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-28 15:52:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni was hilarious and a really energetic lecturer. I never felt like I was going to fall asleep or anything! Really cares about students and gave higher grades than the syllabus promised at the beginning. Tests require lots of studying and a deep understanding of the concepts but they're doable. Would most likely take a class with Zanni again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODI1NzY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-26 01:53:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"He makes class extremely fun and interesting with all the demos and everything. Would definitely take this class again! Don't ever make the mistake of missing classes though, he often teaches stuff that hasn't even been mentioned in the book so it gets hard to catch up later on.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODI0NTM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-25 20:05:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Martin Zanni is a boss.  Great lecturer, with fair tests.  Its tough, but it's chemistry, so if it wasn't tough I'd be worried.  Most of the material on tests is gone over in lecture.  He is a great, energetic professor.  Final even had a couple questions that were the exact same from the midterms.  Take Zanni for chemistry.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODE0NDA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-23 18:27:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni was an awesome professor I highly recommend him. He kept his lectures interesting and moved through the material at a good speed. I thought all of the exams were straightforward and fair. He gives a decent amount of practice material you can use to prepare for the exams as well. Also, his curve is really generous which is a major plus.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODEyMzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-23 14:36:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was a good lecturer compared to other chem 103.  He was really nice about the grading curve at the end. TAKE HIM FOR CHEM 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Nzk3NTQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-21 23:59:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"He seems to love what he does and lectures were worth attending (even though showing up was mandatory since he took attendance by using iClicker).  I thought the tests were pretty fair, but he did usually throw a trick question or two in each one. I read the book, so it helps clear things up, but not required if you don't have that kind of time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Nzg5ODk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-21 13:04:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good teacher. If I had to take Chem 103 again I would definitely pick him as my teacher. He is funny and relatable and actually makes lecture fun.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzU0OTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-18 00:29:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really smart profe. almost too smart, beware of his testing as it will contain lots of deep conceptual questions that you have to think outside the box twice for. His stuff is nice for review, especially if you screw up, you can learn for the final by figuring out what he wants you to know at the end of the day.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzQzMTQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-17 13:06:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved chemistry with Professor Zanni, it was definitely one of my favorite classes of the semester. It was his first time teaching general chemistry so I was really surprised by how organized the class was for the most part. Every once in a while a test would have a really tough problem, but overall it was a very fair class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NjM3Mzk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-10 21:49:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Zanni is a great guy. He tries to be very enthusiastic and is actually pretty funny. He seems very approachable and will help in any areas of confusion. Sometimes he's not the most clear and moves on very fast without explaining something fully. The tests can be pretty difficult with averages of 60% or lower. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTU0MjA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-05 00:07:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Zanni is an amazing professor for Chem! However, he does go fast at times and his tests are difficult. You have to study hard to do well on the exams. He's very funny and makes lectures very entertaining. I'd definitely choose Zanni again. If you put effort you'll do well!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NTAyNjEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-30 11:42:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Zanni is a great guy  with a passion for Chemistry. He loves his job and it shows. If you print out the slide notes prior to lecture, take notes and follow along,  you will do great. Make sure to show up to class, because the i-Clicker questions will bite you in the butt.  Great professor, learned a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDc5ODI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-24 00:36:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is an amazing professor, his class is pretty hard but if you put in sincere effort you are guaranteed an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDA4Njg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-13 13:27:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a very funny guy who, if you attend lectures, can really help to clarify the readings assigned. Going to his office hours is greatly appreciated and helpful!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDA3MDQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-13 09:11:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"The tests are mostly covered in lecture. He does go through material kind of quickly and sometimes sparatically, so reading the textbook is helpful when trying to gain a clearer understanding on the material. He always gives a practice test which is very similar to the actual exam, however the tests are still hard - at least my class was curved.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDAwNTU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-12 14:20:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures were entertaining and participation was is from clicker quizzes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:19.036335+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzU2OTA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:147041","instructor_name":"Martin Zanni","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-06 03:40:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great teacher always prepared! Best lab demonstration he is clever never fails to make you engaged. Solid tests and fun lecture very clear to understand.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/147041","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:58.609329+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2ODYwMjA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1057910","instructor_name":"Melisa Cherney","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-03-09 21:08:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"She taught my first chemistry course, absolutely amazing teacher.  I'd definitely recommend her, not too much work and she makes it pretty fun/easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1057910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:58.609329+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEzNjczODg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1057910","instructor_name":"Melisa Cherney","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-11-18 12:58:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Uses power points for lecture and posts everything online.  So, you don't have to worry if you miss something.  Nice, and very willing to help.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1057910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyOTAwNDk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-04-22 16:25:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were brutally boring to sit through. That might just be due to the subject, not sure. I don't understand why people love him, I honestly just found him kind of annoying as a lecturer. He is a very kind person, but in my opinion just not a good lecturer.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNzI4MDE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-03-23 21:42:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"HES PERFECT","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNjkyODE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-03-12 18:44:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall decent professor. Chem 103 is a weed out course and you can tell. As a lecturer, though, he was engaging and moved at a steady pace that I wouldn't call too fast or too slow. Decent amount of assignments per week and exams were difficult, but overall I'd recommend. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNTMzNDE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-01-22 01:58:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hooker was an amazing professor who made Chem 103 a super enjoyable and manageable course. If you do the readings, pre-lecture activities, and show up to lecture, you should get an A. His lectures struck the perfect balance between entertaining and informative, and the notes he took on the slides were SO helpful to my understanding of content.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNDU4MjY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-01-08 00:20:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good professor, lots of work though","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNDE5ODU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-31 01:15:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hooker genuinely cares about his students and is very approachable outside of class. His lectures are clear and thorough. Chemistry isn't easy, so readings take time, but expectations are always clear. Exams are fair. The midterms test your ability to apply concepts, while the final is easier. Highly recommend going to office hours.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzk4OTQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-26 03:52:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a difficult class and it is a lot of work, but Hooker is a fantastic professor. He is passionate, knowledgeable, and great at explaining the concepts. He is also a charismatic guy and is engaging during lecture. I'd definitely recommend. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzg2ODcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-23 20:12:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul was the best! His lectures were engaging and clear, and he did not mind getting a little behind to make sure he was going over the material thoroughly. The exams are very difficult, but Paul prepares you better than anyone could. I recommend doing all the practice problems possible. Your notecard will not save you on exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzUxNTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-19 21:45:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing professor for such a hard class. He makes lectures interesting and is very clearly passionate about the subject. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzUwMzk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-19 20:28:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is passionate about chemistry and has engaging lectures. Hard to get to his office hours, recommend talking after class. Made chemistry more bearable for me.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzQ3MjQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-19 16:40:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hooker is one of the greatest professors I've ever had. He explains concepts in a clear and easy to understand manner and exemplifies everything a great professor should be.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzQ0NDIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-19 06:54:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hooker is an incredibly engaging and funny lecturer. Lectures were very well organized and he is a very clear instructor, although he sometimes got behind. Quiz and exam problems were great to build on knowledge instead of just being repetitions of problems in class. He was an even better instructor outside of class during office hours.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzM1NTk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-18 21:48:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"All topics are explained very well, and he is a very fair grader. He is also the only reason that I liked Chemistry.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzE0NDUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-17 20:23:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't know what more you could want out of a professor. It is a tough class, but he does about as good of a job as anyone could. Sometimes he gets a little behind, but anything he doesn't get to is taken out of the exam. Overall a great professor who clearly wants his students to succeed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMjMzNjQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-13 21:58:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul Hooker is the best chemistry teacher in the UW-Madison chem department. Chem 103 is a rigorous course, but Paul prepares you well. Lectures reflect quizzes and exams. Also, he is very entertaining during his lectures. He teaches in a way where you want to learn more. He has a soothing voice and a british accent which accentuates the lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTU5NDg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-10 22:51:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Such a great professor and hilarious. Would take his class over again!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTI1MjYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-09 19:49:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul hooker is amazing, and his lectures are really fun and enjoyable to attend. The exams are tough, but it's expected. He does get off topic at points about the Premier League and tea. But other than that, he is hands down amazing, and I wish I had him for 104. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDMzOTk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-04 16:25:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Incredible Professor! His lectures were very informative and interesting. Learned lots from him. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTU1MDkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-04 23:23:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Had him for Chemistry 103 fall sem of 2024 and loved him as a professor. Lectures were mandatory but entertaining, coming from someone who doesn't love chemistry. Lectures and discussion are important, and you will still have to do a lot of practice problems on your own. He also came dressed as a pack of Skittles for Halloween.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTU1MDQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-05-04 23:16:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"I had Professor Hooker my first semester of freshman year for Chemistry 103 and he was amazing. Lectures are mandatory (TopHat questions are part of your grade), but are enjoyable and incredibly useful for exams. Some of the exams were hard, but if you take the time outside of class and discussion to work on practice problems, you'll be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNzE2ODU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-02-27 19:36:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was nice, just super inaccessible outside of class and it sometimes felt like he really just didn't care.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMDQzMzIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-20 23:18:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Hooker is good-natured and likeable- his lectures were definitely engaging and enjoyable. He provides detailed explanations and examples, which definitely makes a difficult subject easier. However, due to that, our section was almost always behind the other sections, which caused quite a few problems. Apart from that, awesome instructor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTUwNjAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-15 01:27:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul Hooker my goat!! He is an amazing lecturer, very funny and engaging. Chem 103 is a very assignment heavy class, but it begins to feel routinely after a week or two. He is excellent at presenting the course content. Do not miss lecture- attendance isn't taken but you will fall behind. If you are struggling, ask him or a TA for help!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTQxNTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-13 23:10:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chemistry is a really tough class but Prof. Hooker makes it so worth it. He's hilarious and made me want to show up to class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDQyNDg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-27 00:40:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hooker was amazing. Chem 103 is a difficult class and I am not a person who likes chemistry, but he made it a lot more enjoyable and manageable. His lectures are entertaining and you can tell he cares. If you have to take 103 I highly recommend Hooker!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDE3MzU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-22 20:50:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul is AMAZING! I loved every one of his lectures and he made the content easy to understand and exciting to learn about. You can tell he genuinely loves to teach (rare from a prof) and cares deeply for his students. This was the best class I took this semester; he motivated me to work hard in his class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjg2MTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-21 22:20:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Extremely helpful and knowledable. He explains things in a way that make sense to people with no chem background. Cares about your performance in his class, and never makes you feel dumb for asking questions. He olds extra office hours during exam week which is great. Highly recommend both 103 and 104 with him if possible.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDEwMTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-21 21:03:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing teacher with amazing and interesting lectures. What he puts on the exams are always covered in lectures. Very nice one on one and has lots of office hour times. Amazing! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDA0OTM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-21 03:58:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a really tough class, but if you have to take it I would definitely try to get Professor Hooker. He explains difficult chem content SO well, and he's also hilarious and makes the class engaging. I'm not sad to be done with chemistry but I'll definitely miss professor Hooker.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzc1NTk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-19 03:20:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Genuinely the best professor I've ever had. You would expect chem lectures to be very boring and uninteresting but professor Hooker makes them so much better. This class isn't easy nonetheless, but it's a lot better overall if he's your professor. He makes sure every class that he takes lectures slow so all students can grasp material very well. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzM5NjY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-17 04:58:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hooker was extremely funny, which made long chemistry lectures less monotonous. He explained concepts extremely well during class and was extremely kind when answering questions at the end of class. Would definitely take another class with him again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjgyMzA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-13 21:28:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was a very good lecturer and explained concepts well. I have nothing bad to say about the man.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5OTI1MTg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-11-11 19:49:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was a fun lecturer to watch and extremely helpful in office hours. He was more than willing to answer any questions and did so very clearly. He is definitely the reason I passed chem 103 and 104. I would highly recommend taking chemistry with him","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5ODM4NDY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-10-22 14:25:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good lecturer and funny guy, but moved at such a slow pace. Our class was an entire lecture behind the other sections and it didn't help when it came time for lab. Pre-Class assignments were ahead as well and didn't go with lecture very often. Just an average professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NTY2ODg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-06-12 14:28:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"It's Chem 103 so it's going to be hard, but professor Hooker makes it so much better. I had him for the longer lecture period and he keeps everyone engaged the whole time. He's super funny and nice, if you're taking 103 try to get him. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MDU2Nzky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-03-17 04:46:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a lot of work, but Professor Hooker is an awesome lecturer who is clearly a master of his craft-- both in chemistry and in teaching. I would definitely recommend taking him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTUzMDMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-02-05 19:14:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"hard class, but he is amazing.  id marry him if i could :)  i turned in a lab late once and he didnt care, so lovely","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTIxNDc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-24 22:08:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hooker is an amazing professor. His lectures keep everyone engaged, even when the topics can be a little boring. The class is somewhat difficult to do well in, but it's graded on a curve, so it entirely depends on how well the rest of the class does (top 25% get an A). He's a great person and will absolutely give help during office hours.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTEyMDg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-22 20:48:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"The GOAT.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODE2Njk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-01 19:29:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul made a daunting class and topics very accessible with his lecture style. He crammed in a lot of information and the lectures were definitely fast paced, but there was enough anecdotal commentary and humor added in to make the information feel digestible, even though there was a lot of it. There was an abundance of resources for the content!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NzQ4NDE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-19 23:53:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super fun lecturer who made chemistry not only an interesting class but fairly easy. Staying on top of assignments is key. There are so many resources he and the chemistry department offer for this class which make it easy to succeed. Would definitely take his class again. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NTQyNTgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-06 20:18:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hooker was amazing. Gave amazing lectures. As long as you put in your work, you will do fine. The quizzes were not bad. The exams were difficult, but this is to be expected as it is a weed-out class. However, the amount of dedication Professor Hooker puts into this class definitely gives you the foundation to succeed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NTA4NDEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-04 19:55:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best Professor ever. Lectures are well structured and I always learn and laugh a lot. Prepare to get horrible grades on your exams, but there is a curve. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NjYwNzQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-04-19 03:05:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hooker always kept lectures interesting. He is excellent at explaining tough topics in a simple way to understand. He showed he really cared about his students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NjA1OTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-04-11 00:20:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"I understood every concept very clearly because of his wonderful teaching. I would say show up to lecture because I would be able to notice my understanding of the concepts in class would be much worse after missing even just one lecture","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NDU4NjIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-02-26 00:23:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took him for chem 103 and am currently taking his class for chem 104. He is one of the greatest professors I have ever had. He takes the time for each student, staying long after lectures answering students' questions. He also is very entertaining and knows how to hold your attention. His lectures are easy to follow and are very interesting. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzU1ODI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-19 16:53:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hooker keeps the lectures fun although they are sometimes boring. Grading is clearly laid out. There is tons of outside resources.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTg3NjUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-12 21:27:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul Hooker is a great prof and the reason why I haven't dropped. APchem was the most difficult class I took in high school, due it being online. I hated chemistry, but Paul Hooker's lectures, his humor made me love chem. It's still challenging, and still my worst subject, but my goodness it would have been so much worse with a different professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Mjg5NDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-05 21:02:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a lot of work, but Dr. Hooker has very fun and interesting lectures. 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That being said I would say his chem sections could have the lowest grades because his tests are so hard. Also some TAs are definitely a lot more knowledgeable than others. Overall I was happy to have him and the curve is huge. Just pray everyone does as bad as u","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTk1NTk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-20 00:54:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely loved Dr.Hooker. He is so knowledgeable and wants you to do well. Chem 103 is challenging and honestly depends on how good your TA is. Show up for lecture and take notes on the slides he gives out. Overall super amazing, just be prepared to be humbled ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTA5NDg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-14 03:10:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Hooker was AWESOME to say the least. He is very engaging and interactive with his lectures, even though it is 300+ students he is able to teach well and have a fun lecture. The material is hard, but Professor Hooker makes it much easier with his easy to follow slides and helpful notes. I would recommend him to everyone for Chem 103!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MDM4MzE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-08 22:34:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul Hooker is a fantastic lecturer. He delivers the content well and is entertaining and quite funny. He is good at responding to emails and is flexible when it comes to his students' needs. His exams are difficult but the class is curved so it's not too bad. Overall if you have the opportunity to have him as a lecturer I would definitely take it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MDM3MDU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-08 21:45:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hooker is an amazing professor for CHEM 103. He makes chemistry interesting and he cares that students understand the material. However, the class is hard and the exams are very hard, but the curve helps. If you put in the work and commit time, you will do just fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTkwNjgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-06 19:06:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love coming to chem class because I am engaged the whole time. He adds a few jokes in each lecture which helps them be more interesting. The tests were super hard, especially coming from someone who only took general chemistry in high school. I had to put in a lot of extra work to be up to the level that was expected of me. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTE4OTY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-11-30 04:28:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely loved Dr. Hooker. He keeps his lectures interesting and engaging given it is a general chemistry class. Gen Chemistry is rough but having Dr. Hooker as a professor helps. Definitely try to get him as your professor. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODk1MTIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-11-27 18:19:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love this man, I am just bad at chemistry. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODI5ODcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-11-14 20:59:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"CHEM 103 sucks, but good ol' Paul Hooker makes it bearable. If you must endure this class, you HAVE to have Professor Hooker. Lots of homework, quizzes, and hard tests, but unfortunately that is the course itself and not his doing. Everyone loves this silly British man, and he will 100% help you better grasp the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NzEwNjE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-10-18 14:26:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is absolutely hilarious and keeps you engaged and the conversation light while he teaches.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NjM0Nzkx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-09-09 07:35:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"He spoke clearly and was a very interactive professor. Overall a nice experience ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NTE3NjYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-07-12 17:06:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul has been my favorite professor in my first year at UW-Madison. He made lectures interesting and explained concepts very well. He is very understanding and compassionate. I recommend him to anyone that is taking General Chem. There is nobody better than this man!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzYwNDk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-17 19:39:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hooker is a proficient and well-respected chemistry professor at UW - Madison. He makes seemingly difficult concepts easier to understand, and is clear, concise, and straightforward. I was one of his students for both CHEM 103 (B grade) and CHEM 104 (A grade) - his lectures are engaging and well worth the time, so don't skip them! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzU2ODM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-05-17 07:21:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took both chem 103/104 with Paul hooker, amazing lecturer. He really explains the material well, whereas some of my friends in other lectures with other professors didn't have the same experience. I got As in both. love the British accent. course was hard, he made it fun. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTE3MjA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-21 00:36:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"I had Professor Hooker for Chem 104, and I would highly recommend him for any chemistry class. He tells at least a few dad jokes in every lecture, and he points out what material will be on exams during his lectures. He does a good job going through each type of problem that you'll be expected to do in quizzes/exams in class as well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTE0NTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-20 19:46:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Hooker was the best science teacher I have ever had! He was so kind in his explanations and lectures were VERY engaging and I felt super prepared for the exams based on his teaching and advice as to how to do well. He made the content a challenge to overcome, all while making it interesting to be there. I wish I could take him again!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDI0NzI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-05 18:55:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"the best professor i've had in my first two semesters at uw. he explains every concept in great detail and even finds a way to bring humor into his lectures everyday. he loves tea.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDI0NzI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-05 18:55:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolute W professor. He taught with more passion than Hao Shen's passionate TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:27.928154+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1OTczMTAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2772049","instructor_name":"Paul Hooker","course_label":"Chem103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-03-24 21:17:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Paul was an amazing professor. He had very clear lectures, and added humor in wherever he could. He would also be available after class to ask questions to, and his explanations topics very clear. He is the best professor I have ever had.\n","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2772049","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NTA1NjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-03-04 13:40:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was an okay professor. I agree there was really no point to go to lectures, and most of the teaching was done in section. If you can learn from the book, then he's not that bad, otherwise having a good TA helps, I had Jeanine Batterton, she was really helpful and I highly recommend her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NDAwOTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-21 21:31:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"i quit going to class and thats when i actually started learning...what does that say&#63;","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzkzODk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-01-20 12:46:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR! Lectures were completely useless, and make you feel so lost! You are better off skipping them and using the time for learning the material on your own...completely useless professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MzAwOTQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-31 19:24:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"QC is a terrible lecturer. He's so boring and all I did was go on my ipod touch the whole time. He's really nice outside of class though. Tests are so annoying but I ended up getting and A in the class because I did really well on the final. Avoid him. Compared to other 103 profs he's much harder.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mjg2MDYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-27 22:33:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"&quot;QC&quot; can be difficult to follow in lecture occasionally.  Quantum is definitely his specialty.  But he is a nice intelligent guy, is organized and helpful when you ask.  His tests and expectations are very fair (all MC, ~70% average)  If you can use the book well or have a good basic knowledge of chem, don't worry about it, you'll do fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mjc5MDM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-25 20:56:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Q.C. is a nice guy who doesn't explain concepts the best.  However he does try to answer questions and he is approachable.  The exams can be somewhat difficult, but if you read the book, you should be fine since the class average on exams is around 70%.  I would recommend him if you are able to understand just by reading the textbook.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjIxODc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-17 13:35:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"SWITCH PROFESSORS NOW!  QC is an intelligent person, but he cannot teach this material AT ALL.  Lectures are absolutely useless.  Read the book and pray.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MjE2MzIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-16 22:53:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Bad professor for Chem 103!! DO NOT take this course from QC.  He is BRILLIANT, but can not teach the fundamentals of chemistry. He wants to be teaching Quantum stuff, NOT what an element, atom, or molecule is!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTg3ODkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-14 01:48:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are often confusing. Reading the book is basically essential to getting a good grade. Exams are ok, but you can't get partial credit as they are multiple choice (good and bad).","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTYyNDQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-11 12:11:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"he is horrible","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTU1NDcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-10 18:31:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Cui isn't a bad guy at all. He clearly has knowledge but can't dumb him self down to teach 103. Exams are not that bad. I got an AB on the first two and an A on the third exam. Unfortuneately there's no curve, but he does make a reasonable scale, as an 85% and up will be an A (depending on class average) which he wants to be a B.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MTUyMzQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-12-10 14:16:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Unable to teach chem 103.  A lot of people in my section stopped attending lecture all together because it is just so completely useless.  He seems to mention the key concepts in lecture, but forgets to explain and teach the main concepts.  Better hope for a great TA!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDQwMDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-21 00:59:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Cui &quot;Q.C.&quot; is very unclear in lecture and is incapable of completely answering questioins. I would reccommend NOT taking his class. Exams are not curved. If you are unfortunate enough to have him, pray you have a good T.A.! I reccommend Brian Parker.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDE5MzUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-18 18:03:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Horrible! As said early, he is unable to dumb himself down to teach 103. He may be better to teach higher level chem classes, quantum chem is obviously his passion, but he is a TERRIBLE teacher for 103! He never explains things thoroughly and his tests are extremely difficult and then he's confused when many students fail!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1MDEwNjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-17 17:18:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely useless.  Seriously, he should stick to research.  I am barely staying afloat in a subject I have no interest in because I have a decent TA, but if you're not so lucky be prepared to teach yourself chemistry.  Btw, I counted 250 &quot;Rights&quot; in one of his most recent lectures. . Keeps you awake in lecture. . .","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0OTgwODA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-12 15:07:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"good guy. doesn't explain concepts well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0OTUxMzY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-11-06 19:57:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good guy, but a horrible CHEM 103 professor.  He does not tie concepts together. I wouldn't recommend him to future students. Brilliant man, but unable to &quot;dumb things down.&quot;","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0ODUyNTgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-10-06 15:49:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was not very helpful and is not recommended as a teacher for Chem 103","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1NjY4NjY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-01-01 20:17:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"In his defense, it was his first time teaching 103. Class did get easier as the semester went on. Study off of skinner's tests--will really help with his. Still a hard boring class, but could get better. Wants to make it easier for students, curves fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE1Mzg0NzA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-19 20:32:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"hard to understand at times and his tests are difficult, but, a good guy nevertheless","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0ODY5MjY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-11 17:26:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a nice guy and he means well, but he is very hard to understand.  His lectures seem disorganized and he doesn't thouroughly explain all of the example problems that he does.  He doesn't even finish them usually.  His tests are super hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0ODI3MTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-11 10:00:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests are extremely hard! book rarely helps, questions are nothing like practice exams, much harder. if you don't understand one question, you're screwed. lectures are boring but demonstrations are ok and he can be funny. don't take him as a 103 prof!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MTQ4MTc=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-01 19:14:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures can be a tad boring, but for the most part he teaches well. His tests aren't super difficult- read the material and do the questions out of the book and you'll be fine. He's funny and has a good sense of style, which makes the class better.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNzEwMTY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-11-05 22:13:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are boring and just a nap time.  He focuses on the opposite things that other professors that have been here longer focus on, so finding a professor for chem 104 is hard to do.  The first test almost everyone failed (no joke).  Take a diff. prof.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNjE3NDA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-11-04 17:38:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Classes are boring, pretty much a nap time.  First time teaching 103 and not very good at it.  Lectures are confusing.  Is a nice guy and wants to help but doesn't seem to know how.  First test was incredibly hard, whole class failed.  Yay curve!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:10.671324+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNDI0OTc=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:251368","instructor_name":"Qiang Cui","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-09-19 19:13:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"And so on and so for...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/251368","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:48.891906+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzU4NDc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1646956","instructor_name":"Salih Hacialioglu","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-01-15 20:51:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best TA ever. He is extremely helpful and explains all the concepts well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1646956","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:48.891906+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MjU3NjM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1646956","instructor_name":"Salih Hacialioglu","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-11-16 18:44:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Salih is such a great TA! He's such a boss.  So funny and easy to get along with.  Really laid back but a good teacher.  Shows up right when the bell rings each day cause he can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1646956","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MzM5MDc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2008-04-23 23:35:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Exam was super EASY 16~17 multiple choice in class exam.however, You do need to find good TA to learn more about chemistry. Take her class if possible! Easy A","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyODE2NjU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-01-24 23:49:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sylvia is a great professor. Her tests are very easy. She tells you everything you need to know during lecture and she uses the same questions from previous exams. She is a very nice person and very excited about the subject. I don't know why so many people don't like her. I would definitely take her class again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNzA0OTM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2007-01-01 18:01:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"bad professor. has trouble speaking english and cannot write. her letters are small and she writes in cursive so I spent half of lectures trying to figure out what each word was. she whizzes through lectures so unless you already know the material they are useless. tests are multiple choice but very hard and you cant use a notecard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNTA0MzQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-12-01 17:04:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not too clear but great professor. Very considerate and easy going. Exams are very easy comparing to other profs! although 16 mc questions! Very easy to get through. I'd take her again!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNDkxNDY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-11-29 21:03:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hard to understand, writes letters wierd and uses a lot of wierd comparisons,  lectures are boring, if you have to take her make sure you have a good TA","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNDc1Njcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-11-27 18:22:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are a waste of time. Pray for a good TA. Her writing is hard to read and her tests are too few problems, avoid.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNDY1MDI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-11-23 15:35:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"She has lots of old exams online... if you do these exams and can understand them, your fine. She even repeats questions from old exams. If you are good at teaching yourself she isn't that bad. You dont need to know more than what she teaches you in class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyNDI0MzQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-11-15 17:37:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is sparatic in lectures and gves way to much homework! the tests are only 16 MC and and extra credit so if you get only a few wrong your skrewed. Not good at explaining and makes a lot of mistakes.  Get a good TA...mine wasn't and I suffered","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyMzk4ODA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2006-11-11 22:56:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"AWFUL! switch out if you can. The lectures are pointless. the midterms are just 16 multiple choice questions to be all done in 50 mins. Lots of hw. She doesnt explain things well. The homework is way harder that anything that is taught in class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDYxNDgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-12-06 00:41:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"sylvia was awesome. she did start whole new topics like five minutes before class ended, but still, she was really excited about the topic. i guess my TA was amazing, so that helped a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNDc2NzA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2005-01-03 16:02:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"well see, here's the deal. The lectures were pointless. I learned more and did better by not going to the lectures and teaching myself from the book.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMzQ3MzI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-30 22:44:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"The worst chem 103 professor at Madison. Switch out of her class if you can. She is Italian and her english is terrible, therefore she cannot write a decent chemistry exam in english. If you do have her, make sure you get a good TA!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMjU1ODY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-28 20:30:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Teaches irrelevant stuff, few examples prior to tests, very difficult tests, no notes or graphing calculator, really didn't like her, must memorize all formulas, but she's very nice, as if that makes up for her being incompetant...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDgxODQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-24 02:13:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very nice person and good professor.I don't understand why people don't like her as a teacher.I had no problem comprehending what she taught and I am definately not smartest person in the world.Also,you don't need a good TA in order to do well in her class.Mine was horrible and I still did well","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNjQwNzM=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-18 01:49:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a very nice professor. The demos she does in class are interesting and she does a good job teaching the course. I would highly recommend studying the past exams, sometimes, similar questions (or exactly the same questions) pop up! =)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMzIzNDY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-15 15:15:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a very nice person.  She teaches at a 5th grade level and tests at a college level.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMjUzNDk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-15 00:01:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Cavagerno assumes everyone has the same knowledge of chemistry as she does, and her tests do not reflect the material covered in the homework or lectures. Her teaching style does not parallel her nice personality, and her lectures are usually unclear and scattered. Not an easy &quot;A!&quot;","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTg1NTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-14 16:19:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mrs. Cavagnero is a very wonderful, nice lady, but your teaching skills aren't very good at all.  Many times she writes way too many irrelevant notes on the boards.  I have fallen asleep many a time.  If you have her as a professor, then i recommend becoming good friends with your TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTE2MDk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-14 01:17:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Ridiculously poor english skills for someone in her position. Lectures are a complete waste of time. Thank god for good TA's. If you don't get one, you're screwed. Exams cover irrelevant material at times. Overall, a good person, but a horrendous teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjM5NDM=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-06 17:34:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"lectures are pointless, we went through the material slower than I imagined was possible. Handwriting is confusing and hard to read, makes many mistakes, Italian accent.I do not recommend her as a teacher for 103, but she seems like a very nice lady.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODcyMTk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-02 13:28:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is pretty helpful and her tests aren't too bad... but she isn't very clear on somethings.  I believe it was a positive experience to have her as a professor though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODE0MDk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-01 22:23:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"sooooooooo nice, sooooooooooooooo unclear","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4Nzg4NDk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-12-01 19:06:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"She seems like a really nice person and she means well, but sometimes what she says gets too confusing and over analyzed. Plus since she is Italian her words are hard to read. Her first test is impossible but the others are pretty easy. It all depends on if you get a good TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MjYzMTY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-11-23 20:08:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Just not great at all. Doesn't seem to know what she's teaching, and she never seems to be able to answer questions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MDkyNzY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-09-30 19:34:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Siliva is the nicest prof ever!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTkzMjk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-06-20 08:34:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"MC exams, except the first one, four of the problems/questions didnt have the right answers listed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNjA2OTY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-05-18 21:27:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Seems like her specialtry in chemistry is not part of the material covered in 103. She's pretty bad at teaching, too. Don't take her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwMzc5Mjc=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-04-26 22:35:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were boring, but educational.  Do the homework assignments and work through a few of the examples from the book.  The midterms are quite similar to the old ones - so use them!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MjA4OTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-04-07 23:09:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"sylvia was easy to follow, lectures a little boring but tests were easy and multiple choice... cake...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDQyOTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2004-03-13 15:14:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"i'm convinced she doesn't know what she's talking about. avoid at all costs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0OTkxNDU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-13 13:11:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"I liked Sylvia! I thought she was a good professor, moved at a good pace, took questions, tests were not really hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:32.590762+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0ODc0MTc=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:129551","instructor_name":"Silvia Cavagnero","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2003-12-11 18:13:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"No Comments","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/129551","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNzAxNTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-03-16 01:54:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block manages the 103 labs extremely poorly and is not accommodating. It takes 6+ hours to complete 1 lab and worse if you are blamed when technology and equipment that's broken when you had no control to begin with. Labs are unclear, unforgiving and nitpicked on the poor wording to be used against you. Be very careful with him...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMzkwMDQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-07-31 16:37:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"the class is very fast-paced, and Block doesn't really break down many concepts so it makes it really hard to learn. His exams are extremelyyy difficult, be prepared!! Use the provided tutors and join the Chemistry Learning Center (CLC) if you want to succeed! I learned EVERY concept with the CLC, they break everything down and get you through this","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NTI1OTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-02-01 01:00:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Funny","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDg4NTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-01-22 17:21:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block was a great professor. The class wasn't easy, but I felt like if you wanted to succeed he wanted that too. He is very funny in lecture and office hours which makes the class more fun. His tests were not easy, but if you put work in, you will get good results. Wish I could take his class again. Overall, great human.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDc3OTE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-01-19 14:46:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is a very good professor who adds humor into his lectures. I wish I could take him again. I had a strong Chemistry background and put a lot of work in but I did well in the class. I fully participated and went to many office hours but I liked the class. Be prepared to do a lot of work for your grade but you will enjoy the class if you do.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDM4NDM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-01-11 17:57:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a hard course and Professor Block makes it a bit harder. The exams are no joke, they are hard so do as many practice problems in the back of the book, discussion packets and past top hat questions. Also, the homework will take longer than the recommended time so don't get discouraged.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTI5NDEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-11 12:32:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Was not prepared for any of his exams even slightly. My TA even said he wouldn't be able to answer some of the questions on Professor Block's exams. They do not reflect the course very well. Doesn't explain lecture slides in very much detail. Homework required many hours even though it says only 45 minutes a weekend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MDU2MjI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-05 22:35:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took Dr Block for Chem 103, and while he is clearly knowledgeable on the subject, I feel like a lot of the time he was trying to assert the fact that he was so smart. He would explain concepts in the most unnecessarily difficult manner, when the book would make it much simpler. Tests are hard but not horrible, but you really have to work hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTkzODMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-11-29 20:23:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hardest class I have ever taken in my life. Feel like you are understanding the material and getting problems correct on worksheets, do all the problems on the practice exams, go to review sessions, yet still fail the exams. I do not know what more could be done to try and prepare for exams as they typically have problems we have never seen.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODY2MjEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-11-09 16:22:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Block is hilarious and the reason I wake up on mornings with chem lecture. Literally my favorite person in the world. He counts down the seconds until lecture and begins as soon as the second hand strikes the minute. He's fearless af and so cool. I aspire to be as cool as Dr. Stephen Block!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODIzNjIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-11-02 15:46:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lots of homework and he's kinda pretentious, but is an ok guy. Would take again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4Mjk5NDk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-05-12 20:50:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Block lays out the course material very clearly with examples for nearly all concepts. He uses clicker questions in class, so attendance is part of the grade. He does not waste any lecture time as it is all just straight chemistry and can be a little dull. Overall an effective, organized, and clear teacher with fair exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3OTkxODE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-04 12:46:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is an engaging and hilarious lecturer. He loves to teach in demos and is always making funny side comments about everything he does. Lots of easy busy work. Midterm 2 is ridiculous. Class average was a 40 but it didn't matter because everything was curved. Show up to class, do the assignments and try and it's a pretty easy class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3OTg5MzM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-04-03 23:07:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love Dr. Block. His lectures were always organized and clear and he explains concepts in a way that allows you to understand. His tests are tough and covers all materials including lab and homework concepts, but curves help a lot. He is quite funny and personable. Definitely knows what he's talking about. Study a lot and go to lecture for an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3Nzg3NTYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-29 23:14:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"I enjoyed Dr. Block so much that I made sure I had him again for 104. His exams are rough, even if you study a lot. The curve does help you out a lot though! I highly suggest that you get Block for chem. He has a great sense of humor in lecture, is quirky and really loves teaching to his students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzQxMzYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-17 10:44:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is an outstanding teacher and easily conveys the material. The class isn't easy but if you try a decent amount you will be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzM5MDg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-16 20:29:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"test are fair assessments of the material but challenging. lectures are pretty good, pre class, post class hw, and discussion help clarify topics.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzMxOTM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-14 19:54:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"I personally think Prof. Block is one of the best chem professors. This class was a LOT of work, but as long as you put enough time into the course, you should be able to get an A. Highly recommend! Taking him again for Chem 104.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzMwNzAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-14 11:56:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall, Block was a great professor who cared for his students. The exams were difficult, but he offered a generous curve. If you put in the time and effort to actually understand the material, you'll do well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjM5MjEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-29 02:00:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"I had Dr. Block for Chem 103. His lectures are very interesting and he adds funny jokes here and there so you don't fall asleep. Although his tests are very challenging, if you know the material well enough you will be fine. He is generous with curving and overall knows what he is doing. He is an awesome professor and I would highly recommend him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTg5NjUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-21 05:54:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were insightful and relayed the course material effectively, while limiting time spent on trivial tasks. In lecture questions helped gauge the classes capability in certain subjects, ensuring that he wasn't wasting time teaching material that the class already knew.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTczNjE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-19 22:55:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a great guy, he's super funny and therefore easy to listen to. He cares about his students, but makes a hard exam. I spent many hours on this class every week, but still found the exams very difficult. There's a lot of work that goes into this class, but most of it is pretty helpful. Those exams though...","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTYwNTYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-18 23:30:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is a good lecturer. BUT his exams can be ridiculously hard, if you go to class, discussions, pre-class work, and do your homework, getting  good grades on exams should not be as hard as it is. People with other professors had averages around 70-80s, Block's exam 2 the average was a 40. My TA said it was the lowest average he's ever seen.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTQxNTgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-17 01:56:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome professor. His exams are pretty hard, about you will really learn a lot in his class. The class typically has curve, and you will see that it is hard to get a good letter grade because your classmates are improving so fast. Can be a tough class, but you will absolutely learn more than your peers in other sections.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTE4MTE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-15 18:37:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"really good guy who wants his students to do well. his class is tough but it makes sure you know what you're doing. would definitely recommend, made sure I got him again for chem 104 next semester","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MzU4NTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-06 20:42:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Block is a good lecturer. He clearly knows his stuff on chemistry and is great at conveying those concepts. Pay attention in class and you'll catch his hilarious jokes. His tests, however, are stupidly hard, and honestly sometimes seem unfair. As was mentioned below, exam 2's average was a 44%. You will really have to work hard to get an A in 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MTk5NTc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-16 11:32:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's awesome. Always helpful and really funny. His tests are more difficult and will test your understanding of the course. And with a good TA you'll do great.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MTc0MDk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-12 17:42:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a funny guy and explains things relatively well. He expects you really know the material though","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MTM5MjAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-06 22:26:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is funny and personable, however when it comes to the nitty gritty, his exams are near impossible. I put in about 25 hours a week for the course and got 100's on the quizzes, labs, and homework - however the exams were brutal. It helps if  you have a strong general chemistry background coming in, but if not I wish you lots of luck.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MTA4NjUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-01 16:07:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is pretty funny and a great lecturer. Beware however that he will make exams stupidly difficult for hardly any reason and then give everyone an A or B anyway with the curve. Beware Chem 103 exam 2! Hardest test I've ever taken in my life - class average was a 40.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MDg5NDIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-10-27 17:26:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is very good in lecture as he explains very clearly and easy. However, makes very hard exams that have nothing to do with what he taught or what we learned. If the class average on an exam is high, he will try hard to make it low.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MDM3ODQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-02-08 12:38:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the professors I've had so far. He has great notes during lecture which are super helpful and his tests are pretty straightforward. He's a great and funny lecturer.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTgxMjc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-22 15:31:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved Dr. Block! Great lecturer and very helpful (he even cracks funny, cheesy jokes). Exams were difficult but I still enjoyed the class. Overall, I highly recommend Dr. Block.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODU1MTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-31 20:45:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is pretty tough if chemistry is a weak point for you. Block is awesome though and super cute. He has this quirky humor. The tests are hard because they focus on such small details. Studying is a must. The homework each week is easy but long. Uses an iclicker for attendance but you want to go to lecture anyways because they are important!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODE5NzE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-24 13:58:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"For a chemistry professor, this is the guy you want! His lectures are pretty entertaining and he writes things on the board so you don't have to scramble to copy slides. He's also young so he's got good energy in lecture. Chemistry is hard, but he makes sure he's clear and","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODEyODY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-23 15:31:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would absolutely take Chemistry 103 with Block. He is super clear about what is expected in the tests and if you actually take the time to study, you can get an A. He's easily the best general chemistry professor here.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODEwMzQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-23 11:02:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very clear lectures, always tells you what you will need to know for tests.  Tests are moderately difficult--averages are usually around 60-70% with a generous curve.  The class would be a bit fast paced without a strong chemistry background.  Only downside is the huge amount of work--online homework, quizzes, book problems, and lab prep weekly.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzczNDU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-19 15:15:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is an amazing professor. Obviously, chemistry is not very easy, but if you are willing to put in the time it is quite possible to get an A. If you are able to get into Dr. Block's lecture, do it, you wont regret it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDc4NTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-23 21:19:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"*Hello and welcome back to Chemistry 103 lecture section 6, I hope you're all in the right place* Dr. Block should be your first choice for general chemistry. He has built up a reputation as the best, and he lives up to it. Great lectures, they are mandatory to do well in the class. Tests can be challenging, but the curve is forgiving. Take him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDY2NjA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-21 14:54:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"I LOVE STEPHEN BLOCK. Best professor I have ever had at Madison. He is very good at explaining the material and makes going to chem lecture something to look forward to! The tests tend to be really challenging but the curve is usually very generous!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Mzc5Nzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-10 11:38:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Funny guy and class is easier if you read the book. Getting his help is key, too; he can explain things really well","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTYxODA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-21 14:59:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Such an amazing professor! I thought I was going to fail this course as AP Chem broke my 4.0 in high school, but I understood more in college chem than in high school because of Block. Made expectations clear & was able to toss a joke in once in a while to break the tension of an hour and 15 min long lecture. Great professor, recommend him to all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTM4NTQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-18 19:52:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"The class was hard even after taking chem in high school for 2 years. His lectures are interesting and he is quite helpful. The tests are hard. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTA5Njg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-16 21:25:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"GREAT PROFESSOR! If I could take him for every chemistry course I would. He is hilarious and whenever you are about to fall asleep in lecture, he will get everyone laughing with his quirkiness. Tests are not always the easiest. Multiple choice is weighed heavily, and they can be a little tricky. But a great person! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDkxMDgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-15 19:33:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome teacher; lectures were worth going to because he made them interesting, funny, and worthwhile. He explained material very clearly and was willing to answer any questions and often extended office hours to help students. Tests could be difficult but not if you went to lecturesdiscussionspaid attention.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDE2NDU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-10 12:53:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great teacher!  Makes this hard class way more bearable!  Dr. Block is always available to help you and even stops in during lab to see how everyone is doing.  Although attendance isn't mandatory, if you miss a class you'll be sad you missed his witty puns, hilarious jokes, and interesting demos!  Tests are fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTk5NDU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-09 12:19:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the best professors I've ever had. Extremely clear in explaining the concepts. Gives notes by hand on chalkboard and doesn't read off of slides, which I like. Class can be a bit hard but it's worth it if you're taking it with Block. He actually made chemistry fun to learn. Go to lectures, otherwise you won't pass. I definitely recommend him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTE4MDU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-12-01 21:39:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best class ever, best professor ever, best experience ever. Block is a great person who clearly explains what will be on the exams and is very fair with the curve! Great class would do anything to have him again. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODczNzg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-11-21 23:06:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Block is an excellent professor and is super helpful. He's very young but that doesn't stop him from being a great teacher. Lecture isn't mandatory but there are clicker questions you're held accountable for. As long as you study you'll be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMzcwMzky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-06-13 15:20:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Love Prof. Block!  Hated chemistry but he did everything right and helped me to understand.  His lectures were bearable compared to discussion and lab but I would recommend anyone to take a class with Block.  He has a great sense of humor and was super down-to-earth.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjMxMDYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-05-12 21:48:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is an excellent teacher. Super clear. He was the cause of epiphanies concerning content that I've been learning for two years. If you can't learn chemistry from this man then you probably never will.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMDYzNjIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-04-19 15:55:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is probably the best professor I've had at Madison! His lectures are clear, well-organized, and easy to follow. He's very helpful and really seems to care about his students. Exams are really hard, but the curve always helps. Absolutely HILARIOUS in class and it doesn't hurt that he's hot. Definitely try to get him if you can!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzk4Nzc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-01-27 23:37:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Wonderful! Very helpful and easy to understand. With a little work, the course was easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzk1NDk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-01-27 00:16:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is fantastic! His lectures are engaging, well organized, and fun. His class is challenging and fast paced, but he is always available for help. Attend his office hours! He is young and energetic and very funny in a dry geeky sort of way. Also -HOT!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjMyOTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-21 03:30:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you're deciding on who to take chemistry with, Dr. Block would be a solid choice. Not easy by any means, but better than a lot of them. His three exams during the semester are very fair, if you study you should be fine. However his FINAL EXAM was a ripoff! I found that it lowered some peoples final grade a little more than what it should have.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTQ0MzIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-13 17:31:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"The fact that this man is teaching chemistry rather than modeling underwear is strong evidence against the benevolence of God.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDcyODY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-08 23:21:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Block is my favorite professor this semester. He's completely hilarious, clear, and organized. Do not even consider taking general chem with a different professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDA4NDQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-01 17:26:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Block was definitely my favorite professor! He teaches very well and is very clear. His exams are fair and he grades well. Loved him and he is really funny. Take his class if you can!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzgyNzE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-25 01:24:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is the man. Clear, funny, and highly motivated to instruct. Dr. Block keeps the student interested in chemistry. Take him at all costs! TA are friendly and always willing to work with their students when Dr. Block is around. Highly recommend Professor Block, absolutely no complaints to be made!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzUyMzI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-20 01:04:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best professor of my first semester. Went out of my way to get him again for 104.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzQ3ODU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-19 16:44:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"He makes the class really interesting with his dry humor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzQzMTMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-19 01:23:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great guy, explains stuff really well","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzM2NDgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-18 11:56:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great guy, makes an effort to talk to his students, and provides extra assistance at the end of lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMjE3ODQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-10-26 12:57:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Wonderful guy. Young, caring, and hilarious.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMDMwNzEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-08-06 18:45:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block is awesome!  Lectures were very clear, and exams were fair.  He had a really generous curve at the end of the semester.  Take chemistry with Block if you can!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTM0NDI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-04-14 21:19:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr Block made lectures interesting and very well organized. He did great demos and always cracked a few jokes each class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTMwNzUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-04-13 18:13:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were interesting, helpful and well-organized and tests weren't too hard. Really good guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNDIwNTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-03-18 12:39:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block was great! He tried to make a couple jokes per lecture and had many demonstrations. I recommend him","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjY2NjAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-01-16 14:09:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Extremely Helpful professor. Makes lectures very enjoyable. Super funny. All material is covered in lecture, so going is important","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTg4MTc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-30 23:07:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"AWESOME PROFESSOR!! Doctor Block is awesome at teaching the material and very clear. He is always willing to help and re-explain things when needed! Very helpful in office hours!! One of the best professors I've ever had! I wish he taught other classes I was taking. He is hilarious, courteous and approachable! Best professor, hands down! Recommend!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTg1MTkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-30 00:43:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"just take the Iclicker to the lec and study for the exams and you will be fine, the professor is great and I ended up with an A for chem 103 this semester, just take him and you will not regret.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTc4MDQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-28 05:45:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is harder than most but he teaches very well. If you need higher level chem take him because the foundation he will give you is awesome. Taking him in 104 , I had to drop a class to take him. Enough said","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTc2NjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-27 21:39:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a pretty good professor. At least in the sense that I learned something, studied for the midterms and final, got an A, and sometimes somewhat enjoyed the class. His curves is VERY generous. He makes jokes, they're not funny, but hey at least he tries. I would definitely take this class with him again given the option. PS don't buy the textbook","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTQxMDQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-20 20:15:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing teacher, tries to make lectures interesting with jokes. Exams are not too hard and there is a generous curve. Homework actually helps with learning the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTIxMDIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-19 01:15:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor! He does a great job getting the material across, managing to be funny while doing so. Can't imagine a better professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDkxNjI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-16 19:36:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor! His lectures are clear and organized, and the tests are based mainly off lectures so reading the book is only supplemental. Tests are a bit tricky, but if you put in the work they're very doable. Funny, engaging guy- I would easily take a class with him again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDc2OTQ2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-14 22:47:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were engaging and very helpful. Tests were mainly lecture based so outside reading wasn't necessary. Great prof was surprised to learn it was his 1st semester teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDYwMzY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-13 18:48:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very funny and engaging during lectures. Impressed after learning it was his first year teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDI5NzM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-11 22:07:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Block was an amazing professor! He was very helpful and his explanations were clear. He was really engaging and I loved going to his class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTc5NTIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-07 02:53:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chemistry is challenging, requiring a large amount of time and effort. Block is super helpful, I went to his office hours and he stayed an extra half hour to finish explaining. I highly recommend him, and I specifically chose my 104 class because he's teaching it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTc0NjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-06 18:52:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm not a huge fan of Chemistry but Professor Block makes the lectures interesting with his humor. He explains things very clearly and is very willing to explain things during office hours(very approachable). Tests are pretty straight forward and he teaches close to the book. I would take him again in a heartbeat!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTEyNDQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-29 14:10:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"This professor was great. Although the class is somewhat hard and boring in general, Prof. Block made lectures somewhat enjoyable. He was easy to understand and even quite sarcastic which was funny. I would highly recommend him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTA2NDI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-28 19:47:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Block was excellent at teaching the material. This was one of few lectures that I could actually stay awake in. I read the textbook, but I knew of others that didn't and were fine. His exams are very straight forward and he doesn't try to trick us that often. Great class if you can take it with him! He'd be my first choice!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwODczMTI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-21 13:10:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"He makes lecture interesting and actually enjoyable to sit through a chemistry class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwNzY3NTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-02 01:56:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was great. Really funny, took time to explain concepts and i would have gone to all his classes even if i didn't need clicker points. Take him if you can. Exams are a bit tricky but you will learn a lot and the class is curved so at least 60% get a B","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:04:50.592873+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwNzU4NDI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2773752","instructor_name":"Stephen Block","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-10-31 11:42:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"First year teaching, did a really good job. Makes you go to lecture with clickr questions. Fairly funny although not quite as funny as he thinks he is. Makes exams tricky. Try to know your stuff inside and out.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2773752","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNTA1MTA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2026-01-15 21:09:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really felt seen and cared for while learning. I had a joint professor lecture and they both really worked together and created a great educational setting each lecture. Very engaging and I felt like he actually was passionate about my learning and performance in the course. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTY1NzAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-11 02:22:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is an amazing professor- his lectures are very applicable and he goes at a really good pace. He is also genuinely a funny guy and makes us laugh a lot. It's a hard class, but Professor Brunold made it fun/manageable. Overall great guy, 10/10. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDI4MTMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-12-04 03:33:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"LOVE LOVE LOVE Brunold. He was so kind and had a true passion for Chemistry. When you ask him questions, he makes sure he is answering to the best extent he can and truly wants you to understand Chemistry. Chem 103 is notorious for being a difficult \"weed-out\" class for STEM majors, but he makes it so much easier. Also, he has a cool accent :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxODUzNjEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-11-12 22:03:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Engaging lectures, has a passion for chemistry, and a cool accent.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNzc5OTM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-10-30 17:37:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super nice guy, very caring and passionate. Always engaged students. Would definitely want him again. TA not so good, though. Hit or miss with the TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNzY0NDY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-10-28 02:08:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was such a cool guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxNjcyMzk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-09-29 08:10:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Thomas explains complex topics clearly and keeps lectures engaging. Fair exams and always willing to help during office hours. Highly recommend!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTE4Njg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-04-11 05:12:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Explained fundamental chemistry concepts to students well and was overall pretty nice/caring ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNjQyMzY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-02-05 17:40:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"great professor and very encouraging","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTg5MDM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-22 21:54:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hard class but the way he explained it made sense","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTgxOTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-21 19:56:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chemistry 103 has been by far one of the most difficult classes I have ever taken. Both Professor Nathanson and Brunold are very supportive and interactive professors. They explain concepts very throughly and are easy to access for help after class. I would not have passed this class without them. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTMwOTUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2025-01-12 04:41:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is an amazing prof that checks in with is students from beginning to end of class. He's very accessible through emails and understand of unexpected circumstances. He does have an accent, which sometimes makes lectures hard to understand, but he truly cares about his students doing well.  ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzk5MjE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-20 19:45:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem is not my strong suit, and I've never really enjoyed it. But hands down I will admit, this guy is a good professor. You can tell he is very smart, and this class is so well organized. Genuine guy, ready to help you, wants his students to succeed. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMzY2OTk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-12-19 02:19:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super chill professor. Didn't really talk to him that much but he was super lenient when I was ill with assignments and the lectures are really well designed and engaging. Tests aren't really that hard if you adequately prepare, the practice exams are basically the exams. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODcwODEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-12 00:03:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold's lectures are interactive and humorous. He is easily available after lectures or during office hours, and explains concepts one-on-one if a student asks, even if the question isn't within the syllabus. Although the class is challenging, he makes the class feel enjoyable. He deserves every ounce of positivity directed towards him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODU2NDgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-09 19:41:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Everything is taught in lectures that will be on the test. He is an engaging teacher. Exams are returned on paper which is very nice. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODI0NjE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2024-01-03 07:38:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold always had engaging lectures that went through the major concepts in a very detailed and easy-to-understand way. Although the course itself is time-consuming, Professor Brunold is always willing to be flexible and seems to truly care about both the performance of his students and their overall well-being as well. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4Nzg5NzQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-24 21:14:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is an amazing professor and it's clear he cares a lot about his students' success. The class is tough and the workload can be a lot, but if you put time and effort into the pre-class assignments and studying for exams, you should end up with a decent grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NzgxMjMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-12-23 02:54:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was a fantastic chemistry teacher; He made lectures fun. The class is challenging, and exams are tough (the curve is generous). His exams are formatted differently than most 103 classes, having half MC and half SA responses. Be prepared to do a lot of studying, practice problems, etc. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NDI0MzY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-02-11 03:18:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall okay professor, but his exams were incredibly difficult. My worst exam grade was a 73%, but the class average was so low that a 70 and above was an A. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Mzc5MDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2023-01-25 22:47:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold truly cared about students success in the course and be cause he is well known across the department, he has an advantage in being able to make his own rules when it comes to what he thinks is best for his students. He was also very transparent on what we would see on exams. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjYyNzY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-30 04:48:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Brunold is a thorough professor with a sick Swiss accent. He often offered us answer slides when other profs specifically asked him not to give them to us, and they were always super helpful for the exams. He made certain that if something was on the exam, he gave us at least one example. Super nice guy too if you have to reach out!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjUwMTU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-27 17:52:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold was a great lecturer with some jokes every now and then during lecture. However, the tests were difficult and it was stressful not knowing where I was at in the class based on only exam scores. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjQ3MjU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-27 00:31:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"I absolutely hated chemistry, but Brunold seemed like a good professor who cared about teaching. He was also pretty funny. His class policies were pretty reasonable, and he was easy to reach even though my lecture had 300 students in it. If he ever reads this, I hope he's having a nice day; he deserves it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjM1NDg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-23 23:07:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was a good lecturer and cares about his students. Though for being a 100-level course, even being 4 credits, it was very work-heavy. I didn't enjoy the grading style as well, as it made me anxious with all exams graded based on your peer's scores. Due to the curve and Canvas, I thought I was going to end with a C or D, but got a B.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjM1NDI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-23 22:57:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was a great lecturer and cares about his students. However, for being a 100-level course, even being 4 credits, the course was very work-heavy. I was not a fan of the grading style, due to the way the course was curved it was hard to tell where you were at for a grade. I was very anxious thinking I had around a C/D and ended with a B.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjIwNjM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-22 02:17:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is an amazing professor. Would definitely take again and strongly recommend him for Chem 103!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTYzNTQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-17 01:01:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 was an especially hard course, but Professor Brunold is a great lecturer. When I accidentally submitted the wrong pdf for a lab report and only realized once it was graded, I emailed him about it and he was really understanding and helpful!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTM5MjY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-15 18:32:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold's lectures are easy to follow and have good examples of what to expect on an exam. The class overall has a lot of reading and outside work, and if you don't do it, the class is very difficult and the lectures will make no sense.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTI0MDk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-14 22:35:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"I highly recommend Professor Brunold for Chem 103. He cares very much about his students and will make changes in our favor. Lectures were useful but make sure you do pre-lecture work to prepare for it. He often gives hints for tests and interacts with students on a regular basis in lecture. I wish he was teaching 104!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTIxNzEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-14 20:54:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is a fair grader that expects his students to put in effort but gives them every opportunity to succeed. His lectures are funny and engaging and his personality is always positive.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTAxNTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-12-13 21:09:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Brunold is fantastic. He is very clear on what we need to know for tests and quizzes. He covers the important topics and is very good at explaining and teaching chemistry. His lectures are great, and he frequently cracks small jokes which brightens everyone up. I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Brunold for chem 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODg2MTk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-11-23 19:35:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very clear with what you need to know for exams and quizzes. Wants students to do their best and is always willing to stay after lecture to talk and provide assistance.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDU5OTI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-04-12 04:09:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is an amazing professor and genuinely cares about his students. He's willing to stay a lot after class just to help his students and even encourages it. He is GREAT overall.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1OTczMTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-03-24 21:20:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold was such a nice professor and really tried to give you the best chance at succeeding in his class. he would stay late after class for questions and offered study sessions before exams (though the exams were difficult). He made clear what would be expected of you on the exams. Loved his class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1ODEyNDM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2022-01-30 21:26:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Burned was a fantastic teacher for CHEM 103 (I wish I could have him for CHEM 104). He definitely knows what he is talking about, he will give you an extension if necessary, and he seems to genuinely care about your success in the course and understanding the material. Overall my favorite teacher from the semester.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjUzNDAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-25 19:00:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is a very impressive person in many aspects, teaching included. He teaches at his own pace, making sure to cover everything and answer all questions. He is incredibly responsive and very encouraging. He even shifted our entire class average up because he wanted more people to get an A or AB. Overall, try hard and it will pay off.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjQ3NDA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-24 04:41:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"I LOVE HIM SO MUCH HES TBE FUNNIEST AND NICEST AND WILL CURVE UR CLASS","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjQ0MTU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-23 21:04:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Loved him as a professor. Such a nice guy and really cared about his students. He gives good lectures and posts the slides online in case you miss something. The course itself is challenging but he is ready to answer any questions. Top 24% of the class get an A minimum and the exams are curved. Really enjoyed learning from him!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjQ0MDQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-23 20:49:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"I LOVED having Brunold as a teacher. He was a fair grader and very caring. Most learning is done before class and topics are gone over during lecture. The class was difficult but he made it understandable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjM4NDY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-23 02:55:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"I came into this semester worried about this class that I heard so much about. Professor Brunold couldnt have been better. I struggled on the first two tests but he gave me a textbook from his office for more practice problems and I beat the test average for the first time in the semester on the third midterm and finished with a B. Take him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjE0ODMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-21 02:40:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"I LOVED having him as a professor. The class is hard, and it will be no matter the professor, but Brunold was willing to help and knew how to keep the mood light. Overall, he was by far my favorite professor and after hearing about other professors for chem 103, he is one of the better ones. Would definitely recommend to anyone taking chem 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjExNzQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-20 22:35:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"**Best Chem 103 Professor** Professor Brunold made Chem 103 much more enjoyable from a students perspective. The class was very challenging and time confusing for a general chemistry course. However, Brunold seemed really care to about student development and learning. He goes above and beyond is making sure students are well prepared.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTkwMTIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-18 19:52:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold's lectures are extremely boring, and I honestly found it more useful to watch the online lectures that canvas provided instead. He is also terrible at responding to emails. Furthermore, none of the exams are like the practice exams he provides either. All in all, I would recommend finding a different professor if you can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTMyMDY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-15 04:16:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a great Professor. He is extremely accommodating to late work and curves, and his explanations in lectures are great. He really knows the material. One tip- TAKE NOTES ON THE PRE CLASS. Most of the concrete learning done is in the pre-class and the lecture helps you finalize and expand on the topics.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTEyNjYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-14 05:17:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took Professor Brunold as a first year here at UW. He broke down the difficult concepts of chemistry and makes it much easier to understand. For the class in general, it makes it easier if you took chem in high school but Brunold is always willing to help you understand a hard concept and help you be successful in his class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NDY3Nzg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-11 03:20:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved professor Brunold so much! He is so sweet and honestly such a good professor. He is very caring and really cares about how well each student improves. This was my first semester at college and I was nervous for chemistry, but he made it so much better. I highly recommend taking chemistry with him if you have to take it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NDMzMjE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-12-09 04:54:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Thomas shows genuine care towards his students and he really want to see you succeed, no doubt. He loves to answer questions from the students and even willing to stay after class for 40 minutes or longer in order to help students that want to ask questions directly, one-to-one to him. Blessed to have him as my lecturer!!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Mjg0MDYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-22 04:02:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Love Prof Brunold, super caring and enthusiastic, and he is always encouraging.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjcyMTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-11-19 02:56:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"I genuinely love this professor so much? I suffer from anxiety and have a hard time asking questions in my classes. However, this prof is so approachable it makes it a lot more easier to ask questions. He's also very considerate and will actually try to help you if you're stuck with something instead of referring you to the help desk.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NDY0NDE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-03-23 15:21:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is an amazing teacher who clearly cares about his students. His lecture sessions went over practice problems that were really helpful in preparing for the exams. His exams were extremely fair and while it wasn't easy, it was always on stuff that was covered. He was extremely patient and truly wanted his students to learn.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MzE4ODc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-26 23:26:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"I did not have him online but he was the only teacher to assign problems on the test instead of 50 multiple choice. Tests were extremely hard and the class curve was ridiculously high considering everyone taking the class was super competitive. My TA was a harsh grader(this varies) but all in all dont take this class if you arent serious about it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjcwMzQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-13 03:49:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"LOVE HIM. he's a sweetheart and super kind. he has 3 exams and a final which were pretty big/heavy on the material. weekly labs or quizzes. he grades on a curve. the lecture was not mandatory but the discussion was. TA's were a hit or miss.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjY2OTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-12 17:55:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a great professor but the things that I learned in his lectures, and his hand out practice exams were never the same when it came to mid terms and finals. He makes you work for the grade and he is a tough grader.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjQyNDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2021-01-06 03:02:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Is clear about what is going on in the class, what is coming up, and how to be prepared.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjAwNzM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-26 19:58:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Thomas is THE BEST. Hes so sweet and clearly cared about every student. This class in general requires a lot of work but Thomas provided all the resources he could and offered test questions in his lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDQzOTMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-12 08:27:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Out of all the Chem 103 professors he has the hardest and longest exams making it impossible to finish on time. Other than that he knows what he is talking about and is really good at explaining the work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDM2NjU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-11 21:14:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a good professor that teaches pretty well. However, his quizzes and tests are incredibly hard so be prepared to either struggle on the tests or put in a lot of time to actually get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDE4NDkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-12-10 18:37:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is amazing. He is very approachable and understanding of stress and will change deadlines occasionally. He gives great, yet overly detailed example problems in lectures but the same type of problems usually end up on his exams/quizzes. He provides an old test of his which is the exact format of the real test. I wish he taught 104!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNzQ0Nzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-10-28 19:45:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"His online lectures are generally unhelpful. I would study the material (discussion packets, homework, practice exams, etc.) for DAYS in advance of exams and still get Cs or BCs on them. He often includes multipart questions or questions more difficult (or entirely different from practice material) that are hard to finish in time if at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNjYxODYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-09-25 00:29:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Brunold is a good choice. He's extremely vigilant at making sure students understand concepts in lectures and at giving follow up emails about upcoming assessments/lecture notes/due dates.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTY3ODE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-04-30 18:44:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tom is super nice and gives great lectures. If you pay attention to the material he gives and try to do well on the assignments, you'll be fine. I would say that he gives long homework assignments, so prepare for that if you are taking his class with another difficult course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMDc5NjE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-04-17 23:29:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Chem 103 is a hard class, however Brunold is a great professor and the course is structured in a way that if you pay attention, work hard and take advantage of the resources available to you, it is easy to do well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyODU0NTQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2020-01-21 16:59:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"LOVE this man. Chem 103 was pretty hard for me, but it's DEFINITELY doable, you just need to put in the work, especially through practice problems. He's an awesome lecturer and probably the coolest person ever. His exams are very similar to the practice one he puts on Canvas, but do a lot of practice ones.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNzcyMzE1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-12-30 00:11:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Thomas is an incredible lecturer and is arguably the best 103 professor from what I've heard. This class is more work than most science classes, but is important for many majors. Don't take it if you're looking for breadth credits. There is preclass homework for every lecture, and homework due every week. Stay on top of work and you'll be okay.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMjk3MjM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-10-18 16:54:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold does a perfect job of keeping the class entertaining but also to the point. His lectures are very interactive and he always explains the many examples/problems he uses in class. 10/10 would take one of his classes again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMzEzNTM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2019-01-28 20:53:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the few lecturers who kept his class engaged. His lectures are humorous and all the concepts are very clearly explained with real life applications. I wish I went to class more often as I will probably never have a professor like him again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5OTQyNzI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-05-01 01:33:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dude is a great professor. His exams are hard but fair based on the material he gives you to study from. He is super friendly if you come in and ask questions for office hours plus he has a sweet accent.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODUzMzg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-20 16:02:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Although I found his class to be somewhat difficult, I really enjoyed having Professor Brunold as a teacher. He is probably the most naturally funny professor I have had so far, and he is also quite skilled at keeping the class's attention and clearly communicating course content.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NzY3OTAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-09 15:16:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm a junior now and he is still the best professor I've had.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NzU5NzA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-04-07 17:06:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is really great professor for taking Chem103. His lectures are usually interesting and he can be quite funny. He is really helpful in office hours and will give hints on whats on the upcoming exam if you go talk to him. Exams can sometimes be harder but a the curve helps a lot. Best professor I've had so far.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5Mzk5MDQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-01-06 03:00:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Such a nice guy. Enjoyed attending his lectures. He truly cares about his students success and you can tell. Meet with him during office hours or schedule an appointment with him. He is very understanding and if you meet with him before exams he tells you a few hints on what is on them. The curve saves lives!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5Mzc2NDgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-01-02 22:37:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a very clear and concise prof. Lots of tophat questions in lecture, but he gives you time to complete them. The lecture slides are posted online in advance which is very helpful. He is very entertaining and his jokes make lecture enjoyable. Oh, and the curve saved my life.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5Mzc1OTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2018-01-02 21:25:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor. Funny, caring, and very smart. He explains things well and makes classes more fun. Tests are fair but tough. Exam averages are 65%-70% which can be a good thing.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MzAyMTYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-21 03:33:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests are very difficult, but fair. He very clearly articulates what will be on the tests (pay attention to exam expectations) and also shows the exam curve after each test. The lectures move quickly and are interesting with a lot of participation. Wish he taught 104","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjU2OTk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-18 12:31:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is challenging and time consuming, but having Brunold as a professor makes it hard to hate. He keeps lectures engaged with his sense of humor and fast paced teaching style. I would take another course with Brunold in a heartbeat.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTgwODA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-13 17:01:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"The course is hard but Brunold tries to make lectures enjoyable and answer student questions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTQxMzE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-12-11 21:49:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Fun guy to listen too but his tests make you think. He really gets lectures to participate with his sense of humor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MDAxODIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-11-30 14:25:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's very engaging during lecture. I like his teaching style. Exams are very clear as far as what is going to be on them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODg5ODM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-11-13 23:28:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"He knows what he is talking about and will take the time to explain all topics thoroughly.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzU0NTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-19 13:44:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a great professor and wants his students to succeed. He made his lectures easy to follow and not too boring. Go to his office hours for help, he will give you a lot of help for midterms and the final exam if you go in to visit him before them. His tests are pretty tough but there is a nice curve at the end.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzUyMjU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-18 22:48:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold's lectures to me seemed very bland mainly because he is very monotone... it is very hard to pay attention because he does not seem to be enthusiastic about the topics. The tests get harder as the semester moves on, and the final was the hardest, although he does give a decent curve. Tip for success: Put in what you want to get out of it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzMxNjky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-14 18:24:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Thomas is a really nice guy, and he keeps lecture moving with jokes and Tophat questions. He wants everyone to succeed, but his tests are very challenging. I got average of 62 on the three midterms and managed to get an 83% on the final after studying my ass off. There is a generous curve but you still have to work for your grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NzI3ODQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-13 15:20:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold was awesome! Lots of homework, but as long as you keep up with everything and get help when needed, you will be fine. He really cares for his students, and he's a funny guy!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3Njg1NzM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2017-01-06 16:58:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really cares about students doing the best they can and makes it very clear what you are expected to know for exams. Sometimes the lectures fall behind the online homework but as long as you read the textbook and do the lecture prep you will be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjQxNjA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-29 15:33:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"After taking Honors Chem and AP Chem in high school, I thought that this class would be an easy A, boy was I wrong! Beware of students who drop from CHEM109 into this course, as I will guarantee that they will raise the average. This class is also pretty detailed in some aspects of chemistry (i.e. molecular orbitals) but skims others (redox rxns)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjE0NDMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-23 21:03:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Thomas is a great professor and I wish he also taught chem 104. His lectures are sometimes a little boring or too detailed but the exams are fair. He provides practice exams to review, which are almost always VERY similar to the actual exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTk2OTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-21 19:49:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is very good at making sure every student is well prepared for lecture and exams. His lectures are a little hard to remain attentive at though if you are already slightly familiar with the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTgyMzI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-20 16:40:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is very optimistic and usually pretty easy to understand. He is very good at answering questions, and is pretty fast to respond to his emails. His tests are really hard to get done in the time period, but it's curved, so It's ok. All the activities that are given are usually pretty helpful, so do all of them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NTc5MDYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-20 12:38:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is overrated, but fine. His lectures never correlate with preclass, we are always behind. Honestly I learned most of the material outside of class, he taught me very little. But he's better than other professors. Tests are hard and there is not enough time, but with the curve it is possible to get an A with lots of studying.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MzczNDUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-07 16:48:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's got awesome character, spirit, and knowledge. I want him for all of my chemistry courses for all of time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MzYxOTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-12-07 00:08:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was a TA for Thomas in and have taught for 3 other Professors. He's my favorite !","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3Mjc5OTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-29 21:57:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Thomas is a really good lecturer. He makes sure students understand the material before moving on. The exams can be difficult, but they are usually like the practice exams he sends out and he will adjust the curve accordingly. If you go to lecture every once in a while and do the discussion worksheets, you'll be fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MjY1ODg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-11-28 16:53:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"A great professor for a really tough class. The tests were hard, but manageable. He makes class fun and entertaining. I would recomend him over and over again. He is also very understanding and does not look down on his students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2OTYwNDAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-09-07 19:21:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is my favorite professor at UW Madison.  His lectures were really interesting and I loved attending them. Would take him again if I could!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2OTM1NjAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-08-27 02:17:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"He tests hard but some good studying and attendance at labs and discussions help a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2ODM3MDM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-07-27 10:22:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was a great 103 Prof.  Tests were almost exactly like the practice exams he handed out.  If you do the practice tests and pay attention during lecture an AB is fairly easy to obtain.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NzQyMDUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-06-20 17:17:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"This guy has the best lecture technique I've ever seen. Clear, engaging, and precise.  Best professor ever. Seriously.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MjgxODI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-04-12 18:13:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Practice exams are the exact same format as test","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MTcyMDkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-03-22 19:58:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really enjoyed class with Prof. Brunold. He is such an intelligent man and it shows in his teaching and he truly wants every student to succeed. The curve also helps... ALOT.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2MTEzOTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-03-04 17:44:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"People often say his exams are tough and long and this and that. But honestly, you only need to study all his lecture notes, attend all his lecture, read textbook for extra practice and clarification, and most importantly, do practice exams multiple times before the exam to get yourself familiar to the format. Then, wait to get at least an AB.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTg2OTgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-24 17:50:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class is fast paced, but organized. Professor Brunold is very helpful and will even tell you exactly what you need to do to get the grade you want.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTcyNTI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-20 20:57:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"I absolutely love Professor Brunold. I went to almost all of his office hours and he has always been able to teach me difficult concepts. He also really cares about students if they take the time to get to know him. Go to office hours, it definitely helps!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTcyMzUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-20 20:30:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a very good teacher and does a good job showing clear cut examples.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTY1NDg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-19 19:53:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is one of my favorite professors. He is very willing to help and will sit down and explain whatever you need during office hours. His mannerism during lecture make chemistry a lot less painful and funny. Expect hard exams but homework is an easy 100% if you complete it on time and a quiz every week. He cares about his students.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTYzMDAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-19 14:07:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was super funny and I enjoyed the class. The final was really tough and lowered my grade but otherwise the class was pretty easy for the most part.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTU5NDQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-18 21:13:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was an awesome professor, especially if you take the time to go to his office hours. He is passionate about Chemistry, and wants everyone to succeed. The tests are pretty tricky, but he gives practice tests to study from which are extremely helpful. Overall, good professor to take for 103.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTI2NDUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-12 13:46:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold was by far the best professor I had this semester.  He is very caring and wants every one of his students to succeed and will try to help you in any way he can.  The exams are tough, but they are fairly graded and given a good curve.  I wouldn't have wanted to take this class with anyone else.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1OTA3Nzg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2016-01-09 12:14:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is the best science professor I have ever had.  His tests are challenging, but there is a significant curve given at the end of the semester.  While the material could get dry, Brunold was lively throughout his lectures, and I could tell he is extremely passionate about what he does.  He is a very fair grader; take his class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODQ4Njc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-30 11:33:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"I would definitely recommend taking Prof Brunold.  His class is very difficult but he gives a good curve.  Don't fret when you get your exam score, usually above 60-65% is a B.  Do the practice exams he gives they really help.  His lectures cover everything you need to know.  Go to them.  He is also a very funny guy and is very helpful if needed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODMxMjAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-27 12:28:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a fantastic lecturer!  His explanations were very clear, and we had chemical demonstrations in class quite often.  Makes funny comments, and keeps the class engaged.  Tests are tough but with a generous curve.  You have to practice solving chemical problems, besides knowing the facts.  I wish I could take him again in another course!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODI0MjI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-25 17:54:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"A large number of students get A's in his class, but that doesn't mean it's an easy A. Reading the text is very helpful, especially if you don't have a strong background in chemistry (AP Chem, etc).","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODE3NjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-24 01:52:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great teacher! Really made Chemistry an interesting course as a freshman. Enjoyed having a down to earth guy who is seriously passionate about what he is teaching. Really cares for his students and makes an effort to help you if you ask for it or go in during office hours.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODE2OTk3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-24 00:13:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is a great lecturer. His tests are tough if you haven't taken chem before. They are very fair though because he gives clear test expectations and makes you memorize very little.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1ODAwMzUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-22 10:20:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best 103 prof. Very clear what has to be done to get an A.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Nzk1MTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-21 20:18:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is a really cool guy and he really likes chemistry. He is always willing to help you. If you can't make it to his office hours he will genuinely make time to help you. If you do poorly on a test, he will go through the entire test with you. He really wants all of his students to succeed. However, his tests are very long and tough.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzkwNjE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-21 14:00:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Things you should know about Brunold: 1. Exams were LOOONG and TOUGH. 2. Teaches well, gives all the material required to prepare for exam. 3. Helpful, fun, dynamic guy. Interesting lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Nzc4NjQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-20 02:18:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a brilliant professor with amazing in class experiments and sense of humor that makes the class even more interesting. He makes the lecture clear and structured. Be consistent with your lecture notes and discussion classes, and you'll be able to score an easy AB. His exams are really challenging but the curve is a little generous.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzMyNTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-16 20:42:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"I LOVED Chem 103 with Professor Brunold. He's a spunky guys that actually makes learning this material 'fun' (lots of silly jokes and side comments) and tolerable. I would strongly recommend him to anyone looking to take intro-level chemistry. I really wish he taught 104 too so I could have him next semester. 10/10, would recommend to a friend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzEzMjI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-15 21:02:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very funny, energetic and interesting professor. You can really tell he loves Chemistry. Lectures aren't always lively, weekly problem sets, quizzes every week (mainly a participation grade) and tests are VERY tough, but curved VERY nicely. Great professor overall, definitely would take this class again with him! Having a good TA helps!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NjkyNzg2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-12-14 20:42:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is an incredible professor.   Tests were a bit difficult but the grading is fair and the curve is generous. The class is well set-up, and he is super funny during lectures. TAKE BRUNOLD! You won't regret it. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDcxOTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-22 23:24:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold sounds like Arnold Shwarzenegger, but doesn't look like him at all LOL I was so confused. He told me he had a car bomb, but then I noticed he was saying CARBON HAHAHA what xD","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDYzNDIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-20 17:48:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Although the material and exams are difficult, he prepares you extremely well. He also grades very generously and on a curve. His lectures highlight the most important information, but you should probably read the book, too. He has an accent, but don't worry, you'll get used to it. Do the homework, study the practice exams, and you'll do well. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDU2OTQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-19 21:10:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"TAKE BRUNOLD. He's so funny and such a great professor. His exams are hard but he curves them generously. Show up to class and you'll do just fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDQ2Njgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-18 21:41:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Makes chem 103 relatively painless","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Mzc1MTU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-11-09 19:26:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a great professor. Really makes sure you understand important concepts before the exam. Yes his exams are hard but not only does he curve them, he will curve the ending grade too. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MzE3MDg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-10-30 17:36:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"AMAZING teacher!! Go to lecture, I learned everything there. He's hilarious and you get to see really cool experiments at the beginning of most lectures. Material is effectively gone over in lectures. I didn't even use my book. Expect homework every week. Tests aren't bad but they are long. If you do the practice exams you will do really well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MjI3MDY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-10-04 22:43:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is the best professor I have had and you get to witness some awesome experiment demos in lecture. There were a lot of explosions. It was amazing. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NDMwMDI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2015-03-03 22:44:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was literally the reason I got into my major. He was an amazing lecturer, and he's a really nice guy. Go the extra mile to talk to him during office hours or just for five minutes after class. Also, DO NOT get caught chatting in class. In a lecture hall, he WILL call you out!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODc5NzUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-11-23 18:29:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was an awesome teacher, compared to all the other profs teaching Chem 103 I would say he was one of the best. Really wanted you to understand the material you were learning and I thought that the lectures were really helpful.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyOTMyNTI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-03-21 10:21:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a very good professor. His lectures were sometimes boring and his test extremely difficult but it is done on purpose so he can curve it. I recommend taking his course, but only if you have to take Chem 103, otherwise don't take this class at all.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODY4ODEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-02-26 11:14:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"OMG! He's super hot! Seriously, he is! And his exams are hard! Attend the lectures and try to understand the material. If you get >60% on all exams a \"B\" is guaranteed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODY2NDIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-02-25 15:59:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's very clear! Cute and understandable accent.  Very hard tests, but gives a generous curve","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzg3ODY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-01-23 21:39:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor. Explains things very well. If you read the assigned textbook chapters and do his practice problems you should do very well. He was very good at identifying when the textbook didn't do a good job of explaining something and then explaining it so that you could actually understand it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzY3NTI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2014-01-17 21:31:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Attend lecture. Do the practice tests. Do your best on quizzes and labs because tests are difficult and fast paced(if you get ~70% you're in good shape). Professor Brunold goes though examples slowly and explains them well.  If you put the effort in, chances are you will get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjcyODMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-30 01:15:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold was my favorite during the semester. His class was tough, but doable. He's a fascinating man who got 13th in the iron man and has an accent that sounds similar to Gru's in Despicable Me. The experiments done in lecture were very entertaining and fun to watch. The tests were very difficult, but a large curve was always given.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjU5ODYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-26 21:39:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a very interesting dude. First His test are EXTREMELY DIFFICULT! He teaches at the speed of light. And sometimes is a bit hard to understand. But over all, I enjoyed his class. But I didn't do so well because of the TAs. Brunold needs to find better TAs or maybe better TA's needs to find him","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjQxNjE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-22 18:23:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Best professor I had this semester! He goes through every topic you need to know, and lectures are engaging. The tests are really hard, but if you study a lot and practice going through problems quickly an A is possible! I wish he taught 104 as well!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjE3NDc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-19 16:24:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold's lectures are consistently informative and he stays on task. He also makes sure to keep things upbeat with a few cheesy jokes here and there. You will be challenged in this class, but that is a good thing. The curve is pretty generous, but he has difficult exams. Plus, the demos in class are pretty neat. Currently one of my favorites.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTkyMjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-17 19:56:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"I LOVE BRUNOLD. Aside from being such a good professor, he is the sweetest man ever! He loves when his students are engaged, and he really only wants them all to succeed. Exams are reasonably hard, but if you read through the chapters and do all of the practice exams you should be fine! (Take advantage of office hours!)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTg2NzYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-17 14:00:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is a great professor and he legitimately cares about all of his students. He is extremely helpful when preparing for exams (provides past exams and review topics, and allows use of a notecard), He expects his students to know a lot and sometimes does not explain things but this is his only down side. Overall great prof. TAKE HIM.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDk1NDAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-10 17:42:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor.  Exams are hard, and you probably won't finish, but he gives a very generous curve.  Extremely helpful and makes difficult material understandable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDk1MzY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-10 17:39:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely great professor.  Makes difficult material very understandable.  Make sure you go to lecture and you should be fine.  Exams are very difficult and don't expect to finish them; however, he allows for a large notecard on each, so exams are difficult, yet doable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDg0Mzc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-09 22:09:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great Chem professor. His exams are difficult, but he curves to make up for that. He knows what he is talking about and will help you if you need it. Great professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDQyNjM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-05 12:22:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"Book is helpful if read, if not read then use as a reference. Anything you don't understand in the book will either be covered well in lecture or will not be necessary to know. He is a great professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDIwNjUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-12-03 12:47:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is very knowledgeable and knows what he's talking about. TAKE THE PRACTICE EXAMS! Very similar questions will be on the exams and you will have a much better chance of succeeding.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzYxMTY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-20 23:38:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is really helpful, super clear, and has a fun sense of humor. He explains everything well","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzU3ODQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-20 17:29:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is an awesome prof. he is smart and explains concepts very well and class demos with Jim are interesting. Tests are hard but if you study you will be fine because the curve is great!! best class of my freshman year.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzQ5ODA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-19 20:10:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold is a fantastic chem teacher and explains things well. He is very helpful during lecture and in office hours. Exams are hard, but with the curve everything is fine. Studying is an absolute must, but that is what to expect from an intro course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzQwNzA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-18 20:13:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor who is always open to help. The class is hard, but you can do well if you're willing to put in the work. Try to get Wen Chyan as your TA. He is the best.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyMzIzNDMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-11-15 10:38:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a really good professor. The exams are extremely hard, but there is a huge curve. He is always straightforward with what you need to know and he is fair with grading","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxODk3NjEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-06-16 19:03:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"He would be my top choice for any CHEM 103 professor. I thought the class was easy but you have to put in the work to get an A. His test expectations were very clear, and he gave out practice tests that were basically the same as the real tests. The tests were hard but curved a lot to make it even. Gave a very generous curve at the end.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTkxMTA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-04-23 23:09:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very good professor! He went over everything in lecture and pointed in the right direction when it came to tests. Practice exams can prepare you pretty well once you get used to the quick pace of tests. He usually throws in a few tough questions too but with a curve this class is more than manageable. Definitely recommend this guy!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTY1NzYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-04-19 12:43:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold was awesome. He had an accent but it was really easy to understand and kept you entertained when he mispronounced things. He had the class set up well with ppts you could print and add his notes too. He gave out great practice exams but exam avgs were low (50s) w/ huge curve. willing to help. Used clicker or \"cleeker\" youll get it","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjkwMjA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-01-23 21:44:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a wonderful professor. His lectures are awesome and his accent actually makes me want to listen to him. You just need to be prepared to get a little more than half of the questions right on the tests because they're very difficult.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjUzNzc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2013-01-13 20:21:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"My favorite teacher of the semester. Probably the best hand writing you will ever have from a professor. Really helpful if you go to office hours. Super nice guy. Don't take his class if you can't handle a curve with a 60 as the average.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTg4MzUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-30 23:48:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is great! I really struggled with Chem and he took time to make sure I had the resources I needed to pass the class. He really cares about his students passing! His exams are hard because there is limited time, but you get used to it and the mandatory material assigned prepares you for them. Highly recommend him, you will learn a lot!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTg4MzM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-30 23:45:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is great!! I really struggled with Chem and he took time to make sure I had the resources I needed to pass the class. He really cares about his students passing! His exams are hard because there is limited time, but you get used to it and the mandatory material assigned prepares you for them. Highly recommend him, you will learn a lot!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTI0NDUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-19 12:31:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"I think he's a really good professor and he's handsome:P. His exams are really hard but if   you work on the practice exam and do well in homework, getting A is not that hard. The scores are all curved. Pre-reading textbook before his lecture is really important. Also, a good TA will help you a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTE5MDgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-18 22:21:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"This is definitely a weed-out class. It's very challenging but the professor makes it easier to understand. Genuinely nice guy. If you study and do the practice exams and put effort into the homework you should do fine. The tests are really hard but there is a huge curve at the end!!! (My 60% test was an AB...)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMDU2MjIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-13 14:41:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"His exams are basically torture but they are curved generously. The course is also curved. He doesn't want you to memorize things so dates and etc aren't expected but understanding the material is. If you don't have a good T.A. this will be hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwOTM5NzUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-12-03 18:19:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"He doesn't make the material harder than it has to be. If you put in a little bit of effort to read and review the material you will do fine. The curve is generous. A great 103 professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIwODk3MzQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2012-11-27 20:10:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was very knowledgable and gave out great slides prior to each lecture so you could follow along. He also wrote what the most important concepts were on the board. Lectures were pretty boring however, with only a demo maybe once a week. His exams were pretty hard but the curve helped me a lot. Overall I think he is a good prof. compared to others","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MzY2ODQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-04-06 16:13:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great teacher, really kind and helpful. Always tries to keep lecture interesting with jokes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MjM5MDcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-02-16 13:17:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's awesome in every aspect and has a sweet accent. He always seems genuinely interested and makes learning actually fun. Tests are hard, but the curve at the end of the semester is generous. Take him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTI3MTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-01-12 13:49:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Although the tests are way too long and can be very frustrating, grades are based upon a curve so the class average was a B.  Prof. Brunold is a great guy.  He tries to make class interesting and you can tell he cares about his students and wants them to succeed.  Would definitely recommend him for 103!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MTA3MTY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-01-09 15:23:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brunold genuinely cares about his students and tries hard to challenge you as a student every day.  His tests are frustratingly long and difficult, but his generous curve makes up for this disadvantage.  You will have to work, but good students should be able to work hard and earn a good grade.  He also has a great sense of humor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDcyMzkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2011-01-02 01:47:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was a good professor, but had pretty tough exams, which were even harder due to the time constraint. If you averaged a 70% on the exams and did equally well on the quizzes (which were easier than the exams) in your discussion class and did okay on your labs you should be walking out with an AB or an A. The curve is generous.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDY0MTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-30 13:15:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved taking Chem 103 with Brunold! He always made lectures fun and is by far the most helpful professor that I have ever had. The tests are hard, especially becuase of the time constraint, but as long as you put the work in it is easy to get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDU3NTgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-28 23:44:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold was a great professor for Chem.  The exams are difficult but the curve was great (70% of the class got a B or better).  Complete the practice exams and you will get a good grade","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE4MDI4Mzk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-22 23:17:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is awesome! He is so funny and has a cool swiss accent. The tests are hard but the curve is huge and you can get a good grade easily. I actually enjoyed class with him. Just show up, do the work, and try. (FYI, he is a former swiss olympian :) )","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3ODg3NjM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-12-08 15:21:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is a fantastic professor. You are lucky if you get him for 103. His tests are difficult (6 pages in 50 minuest), but complete the practice tests before hand and you should do fine with the generous curve. Attend lecture majority of the time, cool demos on Fridays, it's okay to skip once in a while. Pleasing to the eyes too :)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE3MzEwMzkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-06-07 12:03:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"take Brunold for 103! hard tests BUT he has the best curve ever so it's easy to do well. he's really clear during lecture (writes everything on the board slowly so you can copy it) and cracks sweet jokes. I really wish he taught 104 too, my 104 prof was not nearly as good as brunold! also go in for office hours if you're confused he helps a lot","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2OTk4OTU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-04-15 03:29:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Brunold is the man! He's very helpful and organized with his notes. Read the book and go to lecture and you should easily do well. The tests are hard but the curve is generous, keep up and it should be fine. I hated chem before I had him as a prof but he changed that and I actually enjoyed going to lecture!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2OTk2MzY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-04-14 20:09:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Difficult exams, but it didnt matter because of the generous curve. Easy to understand and very organized notes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2OTkwMDMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-04-13 18:26:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome professor, I learned chem better than anyone else I know. He was extremely clear in explanations and I knew exactly what to expect for exams. As long as you read the book and go to lecture you should easily get an A, as top 24% got an A and top 46% got a B","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2ODkwODk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2010-03-20 20:35:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very good professor. He is so helpful and is able to explain things very clearly. You should feel lucky to get him as a professor","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjQ4MTc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-28 02:58:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very nice and funny sense of humor. writes all the important points on the board, so you dont miss anything. Very helpful and nice during office hours.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NjE5MzE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-21 22:19:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Thomas Brunold, Classy gent and best chem teacher ever. I really enjoyed his class, tho his tests are hard, the curve is quite good. I wish he could teach all my classes, cause i love this man","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTg4NTEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-17 20:18:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"His tests are a lot harder than other chem teachers","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NTIzNDY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-10 22:43:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Brunold is Swiss, but his accent is easy to understand. His tests are very hard, but fair, and he curves generously (only coasties and idiots get worse than a BC). All in all, I'd say take this guy as a teacher if you can.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2NDkxNTM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-12-08 00:00:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really good chem 103 prof! The class is time consuming and challenging no matter who the prof is, but Dr. Brunold tries his best to make sure everyone understands the concepts. Take advantage of his office hours, he's EXTREMELY helpful and won't rush you if you go talk to him. Very fair test writer and tries to keep lecture somewhat interesting.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Mzg5MDg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-18 04:04:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"His lectures are boring. Very hard to pay attention. He talks to quiet, slow and mumbles. Only puts basics on board, doesn't explain anything else. Who cares if he is funny, I'm there to learn, not laugh. Yes his curve is great, but the tests are not fair either way. Would not recommend him if you want to actually learn Chemistry well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MzMyNTcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-11-08 16:38:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"People complain that his tests are impossible, but they neglect to mention his amazing curve.  Over 65% of the class gets a B or higher.  He makes the tests really hard so that it clearly separates the students who know the material best from those who only know the basics.  You can know only the basics and still get a great grade though!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Mjg0MzIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-10-28 18:23:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"a super nice professor. writes all the notes on the board which is nice, and he cracks some funny jokes every once in a while. the exams get pretty difficult though- based on information not normally covered in lecture or on quizzes. make sure you study your notes and do extra problems to prepare for tests","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2Mjc2OTg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-10-27 11:22:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"He teaches the basics decently. However when it gets to anything beyond the basics he doesnt teach it yet expects you to know it for the exam. It isnt stuff that even makes the homework. Hence there is no way to prepare for his exams. He sends emails telling us to not complain about the exam when he purposely makes it 10X harder than practice exams","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:02:13.153845+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE2MjAyOTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:765968","instructor_name":"Thomas Brunold","course_label":"CHEM103","course_id":"CHEM 103","course_uid":"course_c6c64d7584708e58ca90e23d","review_date":"2009-09-24 00:33:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"such a good chem 103 prof! he writes all of the notes on the blackboard, so you can guarantee you have everything copied the exact way he wants it copied.  goes at a fast pace but never overwhelming, and he has an adorable swiss accent (not hard to understand, just a little one)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/765968","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0}]