Professor: Jay Neikirk
Department: Political Science
College: Geneva College, Beaver Falls, PA
Rating # 1
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: No
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
If humility is a sign of a Christian, Neikirk is not. Arrogant is the best description that I have for this rude professor who only loves those who suck up to him.
Rating # 2
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Neikirks poli sci was genuinely the hardest Ive worked for a good grade, including classes in my own major, but it was also the most proud Ive been to receive an A. This is not a class you can slack in, but its also not impossible like so many say. Neikirk can tell if you are willing to work or not, and that makes all the difference.
Rating # 3
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- 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:
Probably the best class I took at Geneva. Neikirk really challenges you, but in the best way possible, and he makes the class very engaging. If you demonstrate that you're really trying to learn and make connections, he's very helpful. Love his sense of humour, too!
Rating # 4
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Neikirk is the most challenging professor I've ever had--but in the best way possible. His goal is to make you think through issues and take a well-reasoned stand on them. Don't be scared of the amount of work--this class might just be of the most personal value of any you've ever taken.
Rating # 5
Overview:
- Course: POL151
- 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:
As mentioned before, the exams are very personally weighed, he has a grade already determined for you. I appreciate him more now that I don't have his class anymore. Very difficult class, possibly the most difficult I ever had so far.
Rating # 6
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Neikirk uses clear examples to explain the ideas approached in lecture. He assigns alot of work, but it's all helpful and pertinent to class. He makes you think and own what you're learning. It was a privilege to have him!
Rating # 7
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is a great teacher; the class is not that hard as long as you do your work.
Rating # 8
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is the best Prof @ geneva
Rating # 9
Overview:
- Course: POLI352
- 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 class is very challenging, but Dr. Neikirk is an excellent teacher. He gives a lot of examples to explain theories and ideas he teaches. He makes the class an active part of his lectures. I think the reason that people complain about him is because his class actually makes you thing and work for your grade. In my opinion...Great Professor.
Rating # 10
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- 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:
Awesome prof, but demands a lot out of students. Possibly the most demanding at Geneva
Rating # 11
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- 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:
Neikirk is amazing. Enough said.
Rating # 12
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- 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:
Professor that you hate while taking the class, but love afterwards. One of the few professors that sets standards, ask you to read, and then actually checks to see your knowledge. Its strange how someone can check your knowledge. Work hard, actually read, and you'll be fine.
Rating # 13
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 2.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Simply put, Dr. Neikirk did not do his job. I read all of the materials, but because I was unable to answer a question, he would not explain the readings. I swear he does not grade the final test, and already has a grade for you. It was another reason to harden my opinion of Geneva.
Rating # 14
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
No Comments
Rating # 15
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- 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:
Fantastic prof, w/ phenomal teaching methods that forces students to actually THINK and have to WORK for their grades (oh how dare he ...). Not nearly as challenging as the rumors say. There's a lot of reading, but Neikirk explains it all w/ very practical, real-life examples. Do yourself a favor and put the work into this class that it, and Dr. Neikirk, deserve. You'll be amazed by what you get out of it.
Rating # 16
Overview:
- Course: POLYSCI
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Terrible teaching methods.
Rating # 17
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Great Class. It is really hard though, that's for sure. He really makes you think. One of the only classes on campus thats challenging. (His other classes make up the only other really challenging ones.) Gotta love the big guy though!
Rating # 18
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Neikirk is a wonderful professor! He challenges you beyond what would seem like normal, but, in the end, it is worth it because you not only learn political issues, you also learn about your own morals and stands. I now tutor for him and will never forget what I have learned. Hip Hip horray for Dr. Neikirk!!!!
Rating # 19
Overview:
- Course: POL352
- 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:
The class is difficult, but Neikirk does try to relate the material to the students. And although he seems a bit intimidating, he is easy to talk to and available to help if you ask.
Rating # 20
Overview:
- Course: POLISCI
- 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:
totally interesting and willing to help if you were willing to learn. come on, who couldn't love neijerk?
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