Gary Levvis - University of Connecticut, Torrington, CT

Professor: Gary Levvis

Department: Philosophy

College: University of Connecticut, Torrington, CT

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Gary is a pretty decent person. He gives you multiple chances to raise your grade up, as long as you put in the effort. He really wants everyone to succeed, and to take advantage of his help whenever he offers it.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Good guy. 10 Problem Sets on material you're currently learning that week and weighs 30%. Don't take them seriously/hand them in late will hurt your grade. A lot of extra credit/more assignments to bring your grade up. Use the textbook to do the problems he assigns. Negative comments are bcuz they didn't do HW/readings. If you try you will get an A

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Really nice guy. Gives Problem Sets on things we are just learning and they are worth 30% of grade. They can drop your grade if you don't try/hand them in late. He gives a TON of Extra Credit for them though which helps alot! Exams are pretty easy just make sure you study and know the material well. The textbook helps so much! Don't skip lecture!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Levvis a caring individual and doesn't expect anything too unreasonable. As people have said, he's a hard grader but he really wants you to succeed. He really likes if you participate and if you ask him questions after class. If you are struggling, get to know him and ask how you can improve. This class is very passable if you put in the work.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Pretty good guy but the material is difficult and he's a hard grader. I went to him after class a lot and that was a huge help. So if you're struggling, go to him for help. He'll see that you want to learn and will appreciate it. Also, be sure to participate. That's a good way to get on his good side.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You should definitely speak up in class cuz he'll really appreciate that. Do the readings before class so you can participate. He's a pretty tough grader but if you study you should do fine on the tests. Homework is a big part of your grade so take your time on it. Not an easy class but if you put the time in you should be okay.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's a stubborn guy but he really knows his stuff. He grades everything hard because he wants to get the best out of you. The class is not easy at all. It requires a lot of work so if you are looking for an easy philosophy class, Levvis is not the one to take it with. If you really work hard he will take notice and give you a good grade.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The class is tough and he's a hard grader. You need to really put in the work to get a good grade in this class. However if you go to class and do the assignments, you can do well. If you're looking for an easy gen ed, take someone else.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Really great guy. The class is really manageable if you put the work in. You need to do the readings, take your time on the homework, and study. If you do that, you will get a good grade.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1104
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Class is a little boring but then again so is every philosophy. He's a somewhat tough grader because he wants you to earn your grade. Pretty good teacher though. You need to come to class prepared so make sure you do the readings. Midterm and final aren't bad if you study. Not a bad guy to take philosophy with. If you don't get something, just ask.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Do the work, do the readings, pay close attention in class and you will do well. Philosophy is a tough subject for a lot of people but I actually somewhat enjoyed this course. He really makes you think and makes you work for your grade but it's worth it. He will help anyone who doesn't get something which is great. I would recommend Levvis.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Good guy. The class can be confusing at times but he's willing to help anyone in need. Philosophy generally is a tough topic but Levvis makes it manageable. If you put the work in you will get a good grade. Make sure you do the homework carefully, it can really help your grade. If you need a philosophy class, Levvis isn't a bad guy to take it with.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Levvis is honestly a great guy, he can be funny in lecture but sometimes the class seems to drag on. You really have to love the topic of philosophy and logic, be very articulatedetail oriented and literal. It's a difficult class and he's a very tough grader. Homework was 58% of our grade. Not an easy A course but a good teacher.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Good professor. He is a brillant man and nice guy. Grading can be a bit tough but if you show actual effort he will take notice. Reading like any philosophy class, is very painful, and is required for class discussion. I recommend you try and speak up when you feel you have a good point, he will appreciate your participation

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1104
• 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:

Very good professor! Class is very educational. If you think you're in for an easy A, think again, he makes you work for your grades but it's worth it!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1104
• 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:

Very funny guy, very knowledgeable, very helpful outside of class. Difficult grader though, and not so clear at times.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHILO1105
• 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:

Brilliant Professor. Explains everything in a clear and well though out way. If you pay attention in class and do the readings and put some thought into the concepts you will do well. If not, then you won't.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHILTORR
• 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:

Nice guy, but very difficult grader and material is not made very clear. Willing to help out and explain outside of class hours, which is helpful.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHIL104
• 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:

Levvis is the best of the best of the best of the best.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHIL104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

very boring. hard to pay attention in class.