Professor: Craig Ilgenfritz
Department: Political Science
College: York College of Pennsylvania, York, PA
Rating # 1
Overview:
- Course: PS303
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: No
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Worst class ever, only gave us 3 assignments that made up the entire grade. He told us that he had to be merciful for our papers cause they were horrible.. Had to curve our first exam cause half the class failed, and complaint about it saying he had made the test a "notch down" to what the course really is.. Just talks and talks, but you dont learn
Rating # 2
Overview:
- Course: HIST408
- Grade Received: C-
- Overall Rating: 2.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: No
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I took this professor for contemporary global issues. He did not teach but rambled on about his personal life. He would tell the class not to worry about the exams or with reading the textbook. He said that 80% of the tests came from what he talked about. Nope. Be prepared to do all of your learning from the textbook. Grades 4 exams and 1 paper.
Rating # 3
Overview:
- Course: PS102
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Ilgenfritz is one of my favorite professors I've ever had. My friends warned me about him, but I had a great experience taking his class. Attendance is mandatory and tests are about 90% lecture based. Hard work goes a really long way in his class. He does ramble during lectures but it's usually really interesting. Definitely knows his stuff.
Rating # 4
Overview:
- Course: PS102
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Ilgenfritz is an absolutely brilliant man. I started the semester off a bit intimidated, but if you take the time to talk to him and ask him questions he's one of the most caring professors that you'll meet. Pay attention to lectures, copy down his diagrams, and read over the book in advance. You'll learn so much and gain new perspective.
Rating # 5
Overview:
- Course: PS102
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 3.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: No
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Ilgenfritz is a very intelligent man. He knows what he is talking about, but it can be hard to pay attention to him. He often rambles and draws confusing diagrams on the board. While he grades on very few things, he is pretty reasonable when you meet with him. He was very understanding and kind to me when I struggled on his tests.
Rating # 6
Overview:
- Course: POLYSCI101
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.5
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr Ilgenfritz does not teach but more so rambles. If you can decipher the ramblings however you will pass if you remember them on test day because that is 3/4 of your final grade on 3 tests.
Rating # 7
Overview:
- Course: GOVT351
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Ilgenfritz is clearly dedicated to his studies and his job. He is straightforward during lectures but sometimes I needed to follow along with him in the textbook to understand more clearly. Everything in this class builds on the previous thing so it necessary to ask questions and understand before moving on successfully.
Rating # 8
Overview:
- Course: PS302
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.5
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
There's 3 exams and they're all based on notes. No point in getting the book or using online resources because he thinks "they're wrong, i'm right". His lectures make no sense sometimes, and usually don't have a structure to them. I wouldn't take him for this class again if i had the choice.
Rating # 9
Overview:
- Course: RUS
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Ilgenfritz is an amazing professor. He's extremely intelligent and knowledgeable. Anyone who says his tests are hard simply don't want to be challenged and rather take the easy way out. He makes you WORK for your grades, which makes you truly learn the material he teaches. He's one of the best professors I've ever had.
Rating # 10
Overview:
- Course: INT102
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
By far the best professor I've had in college yet. He's difficult, but challenging. His lectures are, albeit very liberal, incredibly thought provoking. I would highly recommend this professor, despite what the other reviews say. Those who say otherwise probably just aren't as into history, and therefore had a harder time with the course.
Rating # 11
Overview:
- Course: INT146
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This is the worst professor I've had in my four years at York. He takes a decent topic (Mid East) and makes it ungodly boring! He acts like he knows EVERYTHING! He pronounces some of the countries weird and it is really annoying and distracting. Everyone in my class hates it. If you can avoid it, DO NOT take this professor!!!
Rating # 12
Overview:
- Course: GOVT408
- 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:
Incredibly inspirational prof. I've had him for two classes, Russia and Mid East. Second hardest multi-choice test I've ever taken, but fair. Great explanations and you learn even more when he goes off topic. Loves helping students understand the truth in every subject.
Rating # 13
Overview:
- Course: INTRORUSS
- 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:
This prof has a great dry humor and knows EVERYTHING there is to know about Russia. I tried to stump him a few times to no avail. Recording his classes helped me greatly. His speaking ability is very good. He introduces material in a way that is interesting, when he tells you who he was just describing you feel like, "oh yeah, that makes sense.
Rating # 14
Overview:
- Course: INT146
- 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:
Good class. I learned a lot. I would recommend recording his class. I'm glad I did. Very hard tests, just apply yourself and study. It is a hard class, I got a 3.5 but I really studied. He really likes class participation.
Rating # 15
Overview:
- Course: HIST408
- 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:
the best professor i have ever had in college. you will meet none other who is more passionate than he. will have an insightful answer for every question you raise. wish i could have had him again. if you want to change your life, take this man. will convince you that you need to take the material seriously and will make you a life long learner
Rating # 16
Overview:
- Course: INT146
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.5
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Bad teacher. Tests are very hard, and doesn't seem to be helpful during office hours. Wouldn't recommend him.
Rating # 17
Overview:
- Course: POSC240
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Had him before i transferred, and still think about him. is the most passionate teacher i have ever had. i can not understand why he is not fulltime. he takes his work so seriously, and is so knowledgable. he will inspire all who take his course. and he loves his students, although he may not show it. take this course if you are a serious student.
Rating # 18
Overview:
- Course: MIDDLEEAST
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is a brilliant and gifted teacher. He adamantly enjoys teaching the subjects that he does. It is a crime there arent more professors like him. Definitley one of my favorites. I hope to take him again.
Rating # 19
Overview:
- Course: IR
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
one of the most brilliant men i have ever met. i came to college expecting college like classes and his was the only one i got. he knows just about everything and does an awesome job relating the material to things you know. has a sense of humor which makes certain topics more fun. i highly recomend him to everyone, and i wish he was full time
Rating # 20
Overview:
- Course: FORGET
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
absolutely the smartest peson on campus. he is dedicated to his work and why the morons of ycp havnt mad him fulltime is beyond me. he is articulate, professional, compassionate, brilliant, and inspiring. you will leave his class feeling a much better person. he should be at cambrigde or yale
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