Anthony Viscardi - Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA

Professor: Anthony Viscardi

Department: Architecture

College: Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ART043DD
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof V is a tad pedantic BUT I learned a lot about 3DD. He taught me how impt process and following through on ones ideas r to design. He exposed me to 3DD techniques, materials & I experimented with new shapes & dimensions. Learned how to explore, plan and solve3DD pblms outside my comfort zone. Encouraged creativity & to think out of the box.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ARCH043
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's a nice guy but his work is irrelevant to the class and it was only interesting for a week. Confusing assignments and due dates. Usually wasn't helpful; liked his own ideas better than yours. Tip: Express a lot of effort/ passion and you will do well.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ARCH043
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This guy is definitely interested in what the popular kids think of him. He is a Eurocentric, schizophrenic designer whose ideas stem from "Free Play:Improvisation in Life and Art". Believe me, his classes are improvised to say the least. I guess they keep him around because this isn't a 5 year program. Bad professor.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ARCH1996
• 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:

I look back at my time with Prof. Viscardi, as valuable. His approach helped spark a passion for design which was waning at the time (other professors to remain nameless!). In this business there is plenty of time for the mundane; college is an opportunity to be creative and Prof. Viscardi recognized that. Lighten up; get out your cubicle.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ARCH243
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He's definitely favors some students over others and doesn't care who knows it. If u're not one of his favorites, good luck trying 2 learn something from him. He's 2 out there- in the real world of architecture the work you did in his class with not be impressive. It will be considered totally undeveloped, as is his teaching style.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ARCH243
• 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:

This guy is passionate about his teaching and his students. The work is challenging and will change forever how you view architecture and the world. Know how to work hard or you won't like him.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ARCH043
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Anthony Viscardi might be one of the most immature profs I have ever met. He actually cares about what the "cool" kids in the class think of him.in turn he alienates those "non-cool" in the class. He expects a lot, which is great...IF HE KNEW HOW TO EXPLAIN HIMSELF..trips to Italy on Lehigh's expense..what an architectural HACK..read a Rem book man

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ARCH043
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

only comes to class occasionally his TA does it all

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ARCH043
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I hated this studio, he'll probably like your projects if you drop acid and make something so outlandish you can barely explain it yourself.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ARCH243
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Worst teacher in the architecture department. He is narrow minded in his acceptance of your ideas and his ideas are so absurd and "out there" that most dont understand the project until it is almost due. Too bad you have to have him.... Avoid 043 with him, take it with Ussler...she is a good teacher, NOT viscardi

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ARCH43243
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. Finally someone with a completely open mind and an incredible imagination. The only reason he is not clear about what he wants for an end product is because he doesn't want to keep students restrained. He does keep the work load intense however to keep students focused. Definately one of my favorite teachers!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ARCH243
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He blows. Hated the class. Worst studio so far.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ARCH
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

As an alum, let me make one thing clear. Just because the prof is likable and easy on you does not mean you are learning anything. And your grades may get you in a door, but they don't keep you in the building. Be sure you are working hard and LEARNING.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ARCH43
• 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:

Wow, awesome professor. Explores pretty deep concepts in architecture, is lenient with due dates, and a fun guy overall. My favorite class so far.