L. Curchin - University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON

Professor: L. Curchin

Department: History

College: University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: LAT101
• 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:

Curchin is awesome. His tests/quizzes aren't ridiculous, he's really accessible, and he gives enough work so that you know what you're doing. He's funny, and very reasonable about test-taking.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: LAT101
• 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:

Thoroughly enjoyed Latin with this prof. His tests seem to be easier than other profs' tests. His Latin pronunciation is completely terrible, but I guess speaking is not important.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CLAS352
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

HIS MUSTACHE IS AWESOME!! CLAS 352 (Topic: Social History) was a very interesting course which expanded on CLAS 202 content. It was very in-depth and brought Rome alive, teaching the Romans' everyday lives. Evaluation was midterm, essay, final, and participation. Dr.Curchin can be intimidating, but cares for his students and wants them to do well!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: LAT100A
• 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:

Curchin is a very good Latin prof. who knows what he is talking about. He tries to make his lessons entertaining, and if you are struggling with something he is happy to help you out. One of the best professors so far that I have had.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CLAS101
• 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:

Professor Curchin is an exceptional teacher who provides clear cut lectures, which may be boring to some, but always finds a way to make them more entertaining by inserting random jokes. Very easy grading on essays and exams!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CLAS202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazingggggg prof. The lecture material is easy, you don't have to buy a text book, he's a really funny guy, the tests are easy, he provides good notes on uwace

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CLAS202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The course teaches you alot about Ancient Rome, Regardless if you care or not. The tests and exam covers everything and anything is testable. Just memorize the facts and you'll cruise to a 90+.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CLASS202
• 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:

Harder than you'd think, don't bother unless you have a photographic memory. Exams are all multi-choice tests of how much trivial data and terminology you can retain. Especially frustrating if you couldn't care less about ancient rome. Getting a C in my last term, could have easily got an A in a french class and not had it jeopardize my future

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CLAS202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

great guy and while his jokes are extremely corny, they're still great. and he explains things very well to boot.

Rating # 10

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

GREAT PROF!

Rating # 11

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Funniest prof of life. His voice is kind of boring to listen to, so you really have to listen for his jokes, which works out nicely because you end up getting much better notes this way.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CLAS252
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

just wow. No other teacher could have got me to sit through a lecture at 2:30 on a friday.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CLAS202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I definitely agree with everything that has already been said. Dry sense of humour, rushed lectures, and the exam on anything covered. However there's no text, so studying wasn't that bad. I would definitely reccomend this class, but only for those willing to attend --esp since there's no text

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CLAS202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Nice guy, dry sense of humour -- but tries to make it interesting for us. Lectures always seem to be kinda rushed, so you're always struggling to finish copying the notes. Exam questions come from ANYTHING studied --even if it was only one line in your notes. But overall, good prof.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: LAT100A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: LAT100A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

While the course itself involves a lot of memorization and the language is difficult to learn, Professor Curchin does a good job of cheesing it up and making it interesting to learn. Sometimes he can be a little harsh to those who don't understand things, but I much enjoyed his Latin sing-alongs!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: LAT100A
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Course is really hard, that's not his fault but he could be a little NICER! Rude to students struggling to learn tough concepts. Funny jokes, tried to make class exciting.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CLAS486
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

great prof. really knows his stuff about roman history. course was a bit dry, roman britain is not exactly the most interesting topic. i love his sense of humour!!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CLASSICS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Curchin has the most wickedly dry sense of humour and the puns...He knows his stuff and is willing to give a student extra time to finish a paper.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: LAT100B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He has an unfortunate habit of students feel stupid, which isn't cool when you're doing your best to learn a very tough language. I think he's a nice guy at heart, but his dry, sarcastic quips can come across a little harsh at times.