Philip Matzigkeit - San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

Professor: Philip Matzigkeit

Department: Fine Arts

College: San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ART100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very caring for his students but it seems like he didn't know what he was doing with the class in general, there were a lot of projects completely unrelated to drawing and he barely taught us anything useful about it but he did give us experience with a lot of different mediums.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ART100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Matzigkeit is a caring professor when it comes to evaluating drawings and giving suggested feedback

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ART148
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is one of my favorite art teacher. This class is not easy, but you will receive what you deserve. He wants to see his students successful, highly recommend him.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ART148
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is awesome! Really helps you on whatever you need help with. He's got a great personality and is pretty funny. Homework is really hard and you have to have lots of time for this class. He is really chill about breaks, you can leave to go get snacks or bathroom breaks whenever you want just DO NOT SKIP, you'll be so far behind!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ART249
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Philip is the best!! The most awesome professor in the interior design department by far. He's really passionate about his work and that shows. He's also extremely caring and will help you in any way he can if you just ask. More teachers need to be like him.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ART148
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Favorite teacher, very helpful when needed. Love to talk about past experiences or journeys. He likes green, and likes to talk about his trips to Africa. ! Funny and comprehensive, gives you chance to redo assignments for better grade.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: VP13CONTEMP
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Philip is my favorite professor in the ID dept. I still go to him for critique on my other class projects even though it's been a year since I've had his class. VP1 and Env Presentation are hard classes no mater who teaches it, but I'm thankful I had it with Philip. He has sympathy for our suffering and late night projects!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 249
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Phillip is the epitome of what a professor should be. Don't get me wrong, he is a tough grader and you have to work hard, but it is worth it. Phillip has taught me so much and has been such an inspiration to me. He loves what he does, and if you are willing, he is willing. ASK FOR GUIDANCE. He will be happy to help you in any way that he can.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 249
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Phillip is the BEST instructor you could ever have! Honestly he's the only teacher at SDSU that i've had that actually cares. He almost becomes more of a mentor. He has helped me improve my skills so much and I've truly grown as a designer in his classes. He helps you build your own style and he himself is talented! He made me LOVE my major.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: VP1
• 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:

I love Philip. He is caring towards you as a student and if you want to make the effort to do well in his class, he will help guide you to excellence. Philip is always chipper and makes you feel happy to be a part of the program. Projects take HOURS every week, and can become overwhelming, but if you put in the time and effort you will do well!

Rating # 11

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Philip is very helpful, knows his stuff, has an excellent attitude, and knows when it's appropriate to be lenient. Very tolerant (never seen him angry or irked). The only thing is that his demos can get tedious but you can probably just sneak off and start working while he's preoccupied trying to demo. Also I think he might be Robin Williams.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: VP1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Phillip is an AMAZING teacher. He is very passionate about his work and his students. He truly wants his students to succeed, and gives unlimited opportunity to improve grades. VP is a ton of work, but is with any teacher. Phillip is also funny, and makes class fun to be in

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ART258
• 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:

I took Philip's class for VPI,II, & III. What more can I add that others have not already written on this site. Philip's constant support and encourement makes you want to show a continous high standard of work to make him proud. The other ID professors do not seem to grasp the idea that students need encouragement, we are afterall still learning.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: VP2
• 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:

This teacher while an easy going person was very vague and seemed to show an extreme amount of favoritism towards people who had taken VP1 with him. Time was not budgeted very well in class which resulted in the end being very crammed with work. I'd take Kwon instead.....he's stricter but I feel like I got more help and learned more.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ART249
• 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:

Philip is seriously the best professor in the art department. He is sooo much fun to be in class with. The class is challenging and you will be spend a lot of time in the art studio no matter which professor you take. Philip funny, helpful and my favorite by far.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ART148
• 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:

Philip was a great teacher, though pretty hard at times. he is very stickler about your drawings, but he has to be. he will always answer your questions and is normally around the art department even when he is not teaching a class

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ART148
• 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:

If you ever wanted to take a class from Robin Williams... take Phillip :) His personality and character totally reminded me and the rest of my class or Robin Williams! He is also so eager to help, and really takes notice in your improvement. Great great professor!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: VIP1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best TEACHER at sdsu in the id department. Philip is caring, understandable and will take the time to help you in anything you need. Totally RECOMMEND!!! I got an A for going and doing my work, and he definitely acknowlegdes you if you put the time and effort!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: VP1
• 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:

I loved Philip! He is so easy to get along with and will always be willing to help with any qeustions you have

Rating # 20

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I had Philip 3 semesters in a row for VP I, II, and III. He is an amazing person and one of the few encouraging and understanding instructors within the Interior Design department. He is by far my favorite collage instructor and the only instructor I've had at SDSU who I would also consider a friend.