Bill Gay - University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Professor: Bill Gay

Department: TBD

College: University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3420
• 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:

Have to buy course pack that's around $80.00. Tons of reading. 4 paper exams - 1,500 words or so EACH. 8 page research paper. Strict on attendance. Gay is really cool. Breaks down complicated material into understandable bits. Funny guy, too. Will let you audio record lectures. Very understanding and cool about stuff. Great prof.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3000
• 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:

I am a Philosophy Major and have taken this man every semester for the past year. I love him and his classess. It is a lot of writing and reading. I learned so much in his class. All you have to do is write what he says for your essays and you will get at least a "B"! This is by far the BEST PROFESSOR at UNCC not just the Philosophy Department

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3264
• 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:

Bill is INSANELY smart and is intense to listen to. I think he sometimes forgets that he's talking to students because he'll just keep talking and talking in class but he will always clarify any confusion. He also grades extremely fairly. I like him.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2101
• 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:

The most eloquently spoken person I think I've ever met. He reads way too much and expects you to do the same, but if you follow along in class, take notes, and study the study guide, you'll be fine.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: LBST2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Gay is an intimidating, challenging, & brilliant professor, but manages to remain kind & humble regardless. Ultimately, what made him one of my all-time favorite professors was his ability to clarify complex philosophical concepts.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3000
• 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:

This man is a great teacher. If you are a Philosophy major you will find that he is among the best. He does require you to work, and learn. If you are in school then you should have a desire to work and learn. Just do listen and work hard. It will all work in your favor. I am a Philosophy major, and I love this man.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3264
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took his Phil of Language and Modern Phil. Uses big words and is kind of hard to follow sometimes, but tests are VERY EASY. Complete essay test and all he wants to hear are his opinions spit back out at him. As long as you're a decent bs-er, I would take his classes.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHILLANG
• 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:

Decent professor overall, but quite tough. He talks really fast sometimes and it's hard to follow him because he bounces all over the place. Good sense of humor though.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MODERNPEACE
• 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:

Bill is intimidatingly brilliant, but he realizes that his students are not on his level and makes a sincere effort to help clarify the concepts presented in the course. Assigned readings aren't really necessary as long as you listen to what he highlights in class. If you really hate writing, do not take his class. No cummulative final exams.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3213
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

rambles on a lot and repeats himself, but nice and pretty easy once you get used to the style.

Rating # 11

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Rude! Cuts people off, picks favorites and disregards anyone else's opinion. One of my least favorite professors at UNCC! It's a shame people think so highly of him, because really he is intolerable, elitist, and uncompromising. Very disrespectful to students during discussions. Avoid if you ever want to voice your own opinions and be heard.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHIL30503243
• 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:

Excellent! His upper level classes will change your mind. He requires effort, but in return he offers to shift the way you look at the world. If you're interested in that, take him!

Rating # 13

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I am not a philosophy major, but, I think this guy is completely nuts. His lectures consist of pointless questions that are impossible to understand. He definatly loves the sound of his own voice.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHIL
• 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:

hard class, but very interesting. prof gay was extremely nice and willing to help. challenging material but worth the effort.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: INTROPHIL
• 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:

A nice man, he is also a great teacher. I had him for intro. He has assigned readings that are necessary to pass the class. His exams are all essay. If you dont like writing essays, stay away! However, coming to class really helps grades.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL
• 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:

He is by far one of the most knowledgeable and thorough professors in the Philosophy Department. He is challenging but very willing to help anyone who shows an interest. He is full of valuable information that comes at the price of time and effort.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHIL
• 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:

Demanding teacher, but if you keep up with the reading easy to get a B and very rewarding class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MODERN
• 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:

Outstanding professor if you are willing to learn. Extremely knowledgeable.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3024
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's brilliant and a great teacher. He has an amazing ability to make complex ideas understandable. He is challenging but flexible and considerate in his gradeing.

Rating # 20

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I'll be a junior and this was the hardest class I have had. He's nice, but he's really hard!! Beware and be prepared to study. If you aren't good at essay tests stay away!