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Easily the best math professor I've ever had. He made the content incredibly understandable, and he answered all the questions he received perfectly to enhance understanding. I am not good at math, but his teaching style let me get an A. Exams are also straightforward and similar to the practice ones provided.Rate My Professors ↗
Took M211 with him - would definitely recommend. Lectures were straightforward and easy to follow, and exams were not too difficult.Rate My Professors ↗
Lectures are very straightforward and overall an easy class. The professor is a nice person. The majority of grade exams and many resources are provided to succeed.Rate My Professors ↗
Very good at explaining problems. Tests aren't super hard if you study.Rate My Professors ↗
Thierry is legit the best math professor I have ever had. He is straightforward and doesn't want to trick you, as well as invested in your success. The homework assignments are indicative of what the tests are like, but you need to thoroughly understand the material to do well (he gives you all the resources you need).Rate My Professors ↗
He was honestly so amazing! When the material was difficult, he did an amazing job explaining it clearly! The class is extremely test-heavy, though: 29% midterm 1, 29% midterm 2, 29% final!Rate My Professors ↗
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MATH 699 offers directed study projects arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sample| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | MATH 699 | Directed Study |
Teaching history may be incomplete. Course pages contain course-specific feedback and citations.
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