Gunhild Lischke - Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

Professor: Gunhild Lischke

Department: Languages

College: Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: GERST1210
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The class itself is relatively easy, that said you'd still have to put a bit of effort. But I'd definitely recommend her classes

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: GERST1210
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Intro to German is a difficult class no matter how you spin it, Professor Lischke does a very good job at engaging students and making content digestible. That being said, your success is hinged upon getting a good TA, which I did not. The majority of learning is done outside of class and without a solid TA to reinforce concepts, its a nightmare.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: GESRT2060
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She's very German: straightforward, organized, and a little tough. Each class had a clear theme (this was a business German class). Her feedback was always very helpful and never overwhelming. I have heard that for lower-level German classes she can be a bit strict, but for a 2000+ level I would definitely recommend her.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: GERST2040
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I love Frau Lischke as an instructor! I had my first two semesters with her then one with a TA and then 2040 with her. I can safely say she really cares about her students' progress. She is like an Oma. BUT: She doesn't seem to enjoy those who do not put in effort or make progress. She will correct your speech and can seem reserved but she cares.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: GERST1210
• 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:

Want to learn German? Take a class with Frau Lischke! The entire course is taught in German but she is very understandable- I learned more German in one semester than I learned Spanish in three years of HS. Class was always fun and interactive, and she is so funny! I wish I could have taken more classes with her; one of my favorite professors.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: GERST1210
• 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:

She is just the best. The class isn't hard, but attendance really does matter. She is extremely helpful and easily one of the best professors at Cornell.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GERST1210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Frau Lischke is an excellent professor. That being said, the class itself is not the best. It is 100% dependent on your TA, who almost never speaks English in class, making it difficult for a zero-previous-knowledge person to do well. If you are someone that typically does well with languages, then this class will work for you because of its pacing

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: GERST1210
• 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:

Best language professor I've had. Always well prepared, personable, and cares about her students' education. Enthusiasm is great. Anybody complaining probably didn't put any effort in - she's not so strict that you can't get away with things any many students (in the intro sections) take advantage.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GERST206
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very good teacher who loves her job. I highly recommend her class.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: GERST122
• 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:

She explains things very well and has a great sense of physical humor. Charlie Chaplin-worthy.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: GERST2060
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the best german professors that I've ever had. Always very prepared for class and very knowledgeable in many areas. Business German is a great class. She's very accessible and ready to help if you approach her. Take her class!!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: GERST206
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She's a great person, and knows her material well. Very professional and always willing to help you if you show interest. For those of you who didn't like her class, you probably did not participate very much.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: GERST121
• 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:

Frau Lischke is not exactly warm and cuddly, but she's really professional and obviously cares about her students and wants them to do well. I can't believe this person called her mean spirited, she's too professional for that. She's tough, though. You'll have to work hard, but you learn a ton.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: GERST121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I came here so excited to begin my German Studies, something I have wanted to do for many years now. I am going to drop the program because of Frau Lischke. I cannot believe Cornell employs such an unprofessional, mean-spirited woman who dances and hides behind a thin veil of a smile. Stay Away.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: GERST121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

she is terrible. just terrible.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: GERST122
• 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:

She is an excellent teacher and very professional. She loves her job and does it very well. I highly recommend her classes.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: GERST121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

An all around bad teacher. The germ. dpt. here has a rep for being bad, she's no exception

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: GRST122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

She picks favorites and hardly tries to hide the preferential treatment she gives those students. She frequently seems to be carried away to the point of mania. Unfortunately, this is the rule--not the exception--of the german department here. I am a german studies major, and would have opted to not attend cornell, had i know about the deprtmnt.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: GERST204
• 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:

Frau Lischke is a great professor. She really cares about student progress and manages to make boring subjects sound interesting. She is always willing to help and provides students with a lot of say in course material.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GERMANLANGUAGE
• 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:

Frau Lischke is one of the best teachers I have met. She teaches clearly and is able to create a rapport with students to bring out their best. I highly recommend her classes to everyone.