Robert Holmes - University of Rochester, Rochester, NY

Professor: Robert Holmes

Department: Philosophy

College: University of Rochester, Rochester, NY

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHL116
• 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:

Best class I've ever taken, with the best professor I've ever had. Holmes changed my outlook on life. His philosophy of nonviolence class was amazing, and he even brought Gandhi's grandson in to speak to us. It was mind-blowing. Some classes you take for a requirement, and some you take for your personal passions. This class was my passion.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHL308
• 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:

Awesome class. He's a great professor, and very passionate about what he is teaching.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHL116
• 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:

Dr. Holmes is a great professor. He takes a different approach to teaching and learning in that he uses divergent thinking ( more than 1 right answer). He is passionate in how he teaches the courses and cares about what we get out of it. Those of you who think he is boring, are probably taking the course for the wrong reasons.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHL116
• 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:

This is perhaps one of the most amazing class I've taken. Dr. Holmes is passionate in how he addresses certain issues and makes them interesting. Probably the nicest, most personable professor I've ever taken a class with. Take a class with him, it could be life changing..

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHL116Q
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

best professor i had freshman year.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHL224
• 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:

Passionate, intelligent and charming. Extremely approachable, like the grandfather you never had. Extensive knowledge of ethical and political theory, especially nonviolence and anarchist theory. Probably the only professor in the department that doesn't shy away from continental or eastern schools of thought.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHL102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

PHL 102 is a frustratingly, demoralizingly easy course. Holmes is a very patient, careful, and effective lecturer, but he tends to repeat himself a little too often. Also he pronounces 'Kant' like 'Can't', which was really difficult for me.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHL102
• 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:

Holmes is a great teacher! Many students claim he is boring,but that is because they have no interest in the topic.Holmes is really enthusiastic about the course,and is always willing to help you understand the concepts. just study hard,because he doesn't curve grades :(

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHL103B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Everyone thinks he's amazing, but I think he's very overrated. Some of the class was really interesting (particularly the part about sexism), though I know he changes the material. It's a pretty interesting class for the most part.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHIL116Q
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

. THis class will change or at least open your mind to strategic nonviolence and the power which it holds. If you dont take this class i truely feel sorry for you. Also, if you are in the rotc program you must take this class before you decide to become a professional solidger, you could be making a mistake.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHL103
• 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 professor. The best philosophy professor in the department. He is unbiased, intelligent, and encourages participation. Very soothing voice so it can be easy to fall asleep. But try not to.. because he makes you think. Definitely would take him again.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHL116Q
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

i love this guy! he was a great teacher, who cares about what he does. TAKE HIS CLASS!!! THY FILL UP FAST

Rating # 13

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Amazing. Wise. Inspiring. Life Changing. Awesome.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHL103
• 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:

This guy is great to watch and listen to. He somehow manages to learn the names of a number of students in such a large class, and he never makes anybody feel stupid. He encourages participation, and IS VERY GOOD LOOKING FOR AN OLDER MAN. Easy grader too.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: 116Q
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

A very considerate professor who conducts thoughtful discussions. It is interesting to watch as he tries to be nice when people say dumb things in class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHL103
• 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 profesor. Very clear and unbiased lectures. Very knowledgeable. Interesting lectures. Holmes is a very good guy.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CONMORALPROB
• 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:

No Comments

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHL103B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I really liked him, i enjoyed going to class, and thats sayin something for me. I love the way he teaches. somehow he just makes me pay attention...

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 116Q103B
• 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:

Like the first comment said, 116Q made me decide to be a philosophy major. He's not only a great professor but also an admirable man. I liked that the readings didn't go hand in hand with lecture.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHL116Q
• 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:

The class was life-altering and made me decide to be a philosophy major, and he's such a nice, caring person!