# Curt Bronkhorst — Courses & Reviews | UW–Madison

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## instructor

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### name

Curt Bronkhorst

### email

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    "comment": "Professor Bronkhorst explains topics concepually, and not just mathematically. He pauses frequently during lectures to ask if students have any questions, so I don't know why people are saying he \"refuses to answer questions\". He did sometimes cold call on students, especially towards the end of the semester.",
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    "comment": "I would avoid him as a professor if at all possible. He seems to go above and beyond in being harsh to students. Don't ask a question if you don't want a mocking remark or question in return. He is a tough grader and does not allow much for leniency. He definitely creates a toxic learning environment.",
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    "comment": "Whenever I was waiting for the bus I thought about jumping infront of the cars because I hated this class so much. he also is mean.",
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