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He's obviously very passionate about what he teaches and really cares about the quality of education he gives to his students. I was genuinely interested in the lectures that he gave, even though the content wasn't relevant to my major.Rate My Professors ↗
He is a great teacher with tons of knowledge. Sometimes lectures can get a little into a rant, but I was interested in Greek mythology and learned a ton from him. Only grades are 2 midterms, a final, and discussion attendance, so make sure you study. Definitely would take again.Rate My Professors ↗
Professor Aylward is one of those professors who is so excited to teach on a topic he is so passionate about, and it really makes you like it too. Lots of reading, but manageable. He's pretty funny, too. I'm glad I took 203.Rate My Professors ↗
I took his class last spring and still can recite the greek mythology I learned. I am not a classics major yet I loved the class so much. He is one of the best professors I've ever had. Do yourself a favor and sign up for one of his classes. What an amazing professor!Rate My Professors ↗
I loved this class, not going into the field or anything just took it for credits but I'm glad I did. I love when a professor actually shows the passion they have for topics and that is exactly him. I genuinely learned a lot and I could put this class on the back burner when I got busy. Highly Recommend.Rate My Professors ↗
actual goat he is very passionate about what he teaches and i always attended lectures bc he made them interesting. not a super hard class just a lot of reading (i like greek/roman mythology though so it was p fun for me). sparknotes summaries will be your friend for this classRate My Professors ↗
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