Charles Cipolla - Salisbury University, Salisbury, MD

Professor: Charles Cipolla

Department: Social Science

College: Salisbury University, Salisbury, MD

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SOC390
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Cipolla was AWESOME. Wish I could go back to school and take more classes with him. He made us think, respected our views, and even when we disagreed politically, he'd grade fairly if you could back up your argument. He's the best teacher I had at Salisbury.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: SOCI329
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I took this course in '82 or '83 when it was called "The Sociology of Health and Illness". One day to illustrate the point that our culture determines our beliefs & behaviors he asked me what I ate for breakfast that day. My truthful answer, "Curried lentils & eggs". He took in good form with a smile. He's a very good professor.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SOCI329
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

3 tests including the final; format is SA/essay 100 pts. per test. Stops grading once you get below a certain score so you can still make a comeback if you study better for next exams. Paper on two huge books w/ no grading rubric--didn't like this at all; did worse on the paper than all 3 tests which is unusual for me. Decent professor overall.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Cipolla is quite an interesting man. His tests are difficult, they are all recall questions, so you either know it or you don't. Depending on your course load, it will either be your hardest class or an unnecessary annoyance. He is very approachable but, be ready to read and memorize definitions and sociologist. Attendance is mandatory.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Cipolla is one of the best professors i've had. I was not interested in sociology in the beginning of the semester but i honestly can say now its one of my favorite classes. There are only 3 tests including the final and one 12 page paper that is easy as long as you read the books. Very interesting and entertaining class. I would take him again

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Uncle Charlie (as he calls himself) is the BEST professor I've had here. He keeps the class interesting and entertaining with stories and anecdotes. He is difficult but you'll leave there with your eyes wide open to how the world really runs. Watch our for the the Kaboom People Dr. Cipolla!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Lecture oriented class. The tests are very difficult and there is a 12 page term paper at the end of the class, about the three long books you have to read. If you take DO NOT take at 8 am, very difficult to stay awake and pay attention!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SOCI334
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Hands down the best professor I've ever taken. He is HARD but this is college. Expects a lot out of you, but you learn even more. TAKE HIS CLASS.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He is HARD. But I did learn a lot from his class. if you want to skate through soc 101- take someone else. Because he refuses to let you do that. He will squeeze all the effort out of you. He is extremely knowledgable about pretty much everything in life, and loves Karl Marx. Also, go to his office, its scary- but he loves it.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He honestly is a good professor, a little strange sometimes but it makes lecture a little more interesting. He is extremely willing to help if yo visit him during his office hours. His test are not easy, but if you study your notes and the book you should do fine.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

3 exams and one 12 page paper. You REALLY REALLY REALLY have to study the book and attend class for the notes in order to pass. Attendance is MANDATORY! Visit his office hours because that will make or break your grade!! I received and A in the course after FAILING the first exam. It's possible to do well, just be ready to put the effort in :)

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: SOCIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I think this class is kinda hard for a 101 class. but if you study hard you can get an A . There are3 exams are a 12 pages paper. You have to study to do well on his exams and you MUST read the text book for the exams as well as the lecture notes from class. I wouldn't miss his lecture. He is willing to help you if you go to his office hours.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

If you are taking this as a Gen Ed.. don't. Take another professor. He is very hard and everyone said sociology was easy and understandable and this class is very tough. Not an easy A by any means. I would not recommend him because I worked so hard and I don't know my grade yet but it doesn't reflect my effort.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I WOULD NOT take this class. He is very passionate about the course but it is so much work.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Forget about personal feelings. Buy the book and READ IT for the exams! Or else you will fail!!! His lecture and his notes are like puzzles and you have to decipher its meaning. COME TO CLASS EVERYDAY b/c attendance is mandatory. Exams are SHORT ANSWER AND ESSAY QUESTIONS ONLY, NO MULTIPLE CHOICE! Be prepared b/c he is NOT easy.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SOC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I have a lot of respect for him after taking that class. I would highly suggest taking notes from textbook and in class. They are needed for the exams. If you ever need help, e-mail him and he will be there to help you. I wouldn't say it is an easy class, but if you do your work, you will do fine. He is very dedicated.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: SOCI310
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Cipola's classes changed my life. After dealing with many wierdos in the sociology department at s.u., I quickly found that Cipola was the most interesting professor I ever had. We even took canoeing trips for sociology. He is truly a mans man and if you respect him and come to class on time you are guaranteed a decent grade.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SOC201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I oftentimes look back and try to remember professors that had an impact on the way I now view the world. Dr. Cipolla was the most wonderful, passionate professor I have ever had. I may have partied to hard and made bad decisions, but, I was always up and waiting in his office T/TH at 7 am with the thirst for knowledge & his eagerness to give it.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: SOCI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Cipolla is a really great teacher. You really need to read in order to do well on the tests. But if you outline the book, he'll go over it an circle the important stuff which is often the test questions. He is a crazy old man and keeps class fun.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SOCI421
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He is a hard teacher, but by far one of the best I ever had. He is passionate about the subject. He may go off on tangents during lecture, but there is usually a point to them to help illustrate a point. I worked my butt off for this class due to the amount of text material, but it paid off. Majors benefit, but nonmajors might be scared of him.