Jeff Miller - SUNY New Paltz, New Paltz, NY

Professor: Jeff Miller

Department: Political Science

College: SUNY New Paltz, New Paltz, NY

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POL220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is passionate about political theory and you can tell just in the way he discusses the material in class. That being said he does like to refer to the readings in class so you need to be on top of those, loves to give pop quizzes on set readings. Overall great class, you learn a lot but not easy GE, so take another cause this class isn't easy.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POL220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Miller is SO intelligent it's unreal. He does speak fast and you need to copy down everything he says (definitely take notes on your laptop, it helps so much). As long as you take good notes and ask him to clarify anything you don't understand, you'll do fine (just don't take it as a GE like I did, super hard as a GE).

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POL323220
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hands-down the best professor I've ever had. He will make you understand political philosophy. He can go fast and use words you've never even heard before, but just ask him and he's happy to explain. You definitely need to stay up on the reading to get a decent grade in the class, since the lectures are entirely based off them and you'll be quizzed

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POL323
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you are interested in politics or philosophy, his courses are a must.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POL220
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Jeff Miller is super smart. Political theory is clearly his passion. However, he often talks faster than you can write and you must keep up with the reading. Also prior knowledge of ancient Greece won't kill you. Socrates will never be the same. It's super educational but stressful as heck.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POL323
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Miller is a very smart and passion for political theory is unparalleled. His lectures are very clear given the anachronistic writing of the theorists he teaches. He gives a very level headed and clear picture of the entire political spectrum and will make you think. However, he grades a bit too roughly and expects that you care as much as he does

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POL323
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This professor will inspire you to study and do your best. He is very clear, specific and entertaining. He always mentions examples in detail. He has an interesting background. His physical appearance will make you pay attention at all times during his lectures.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POL323
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Participation is key to any of Miller's classes. He's well likedrespected amongst students and very helpfulhands-on, but does not tolerate a lack of participation and an unwillingness to learn. Be prepared to read and work in the class, but also expect to learn and gain enlightenment by the end of it. What you gain will not be forgotten quickly.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POL220
• 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:

Study groups, good in class notes and keeping up with the readings are essential for this class. Prof Miller even came to some of the study groups to help us more. He loves participation and wants you to ask questions. He's a great professor, talks a little too fast, but is very knowledgeable on the material and wants to see you do well.

Rating # 10

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Miller was really interesting and engaging for a class that would be extremely boring without him. The readings could be difficult but he gave helpful feedback. Not too much hw but you are expected to keep up with the readings - he discuses them throughout every class. He is clear with what he wants, but seems positively concerned with learning.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POLTHEORY
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Miller is ummm interesting... Really really smart and you can tell he looooooves political theory. I was confused the entire class but somehow did well idk how study as a group and really pay attention. Hes very high energy and talks really fast but good overall.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: POL1
• 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:

Really engaging, brilliant and easy on the eyes. Read the material a couple of times, come to class prepared and with questions. focus on constructing sound arguments, integrate his feedback and you'll see a noticeable improvement in your skills as a student.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POL293
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

cool professor... would recommend him... talks too fast but he's young and relates to everybody... i liked him and his class a lot... understanding of students.. tolerant with late work.

Rating # 14

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

eh hes a smart guy but hes not very clear when discussing theory which makes no sense to begin with...wouldnt recommend taking him

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HON201
• 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:

Great teacher! Expects a lot from students but his class is always interesting.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HON201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Allows the class to develop opinions about the material and captures interest in the material. And he's gorgeous. =D

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POL220
• 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:

Professor Miller revived my interest in politics by introducing me to theory. Not only is he intelligent within his subject, he is intelligent at life. He's dedicated, enthusiastic, and has a sense of humor. If you want to listen, learn, and grow, take a class with Miller. If you want to skip class and party, stay away. For everyone's sake.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POL323
• 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:

Professor Miller was an interesting teacher. He relied heavily on the course readings and gave tough assignments. However he was very willing to try and make the material clearer and tried to make the lectures as relative to contemporary times as possible. Overall he wasn't that bad.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POL323
• 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:

Great professor. LOVE going to class, even at 8 am. He makes class so interesting and he is very helpful if you have questions. Also, he is absolutely gorgeous....

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POLSC404
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Yes--great teacher! Able to get an 'A' the old fashioned way!! Lots of HARD work, up late a lot, there was LITTLE amount of time for anything else...I wonder if he remembers me?