Jolanta Wawrzycka - Radford University

Professor: Jolanta Wawrzycka

Department: TBD

College: Radford University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL439
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Wawrzycka is one of the hardest teachers you will ever have, but because of her passion and knowledge, it will also be the best and most informative class as long as you do the work. If you don't read the book or plan to take notes, don't bother going to class. Just take the F and go back to an easy teacher instead.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL420
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I love this woman. Dont get me wrong, the class is super hard and requires not missing any class, taking the most detailed notes in and out of class, and rereading every single story, but she herself is a wonderful woman. She never gave me anything under a 100, and will give you full credit if you try hard and seek her before/ after class for help

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENGL439
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She is very passionate about her field of study; however, sometimes grading criteria isn't super clear. She is a tough grader, but she gives constructive feedback. The class has its ups and downs, but you will be fine if you're willing to put in an extensive amount of work.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENGL470
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Blood, sweat, and tears went into this course- from me, sure, but also from her. You can tell she really cares about her curriculum. She can be a bit tangential in lectures, and sometimes what she's looking for in grading can be unclear. My advice is to seek her outside the classroom and demonstrate your willingness to learn!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG420
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I heard the stories, and felt very intimidated by her at first, but her class really isnt that hard! Just read everything carefully, show up to every class, and take as detailed notes as possible. If you have questions, I found that its best to email her. She is very nice and helpful outside of class. She is energetic and loves Joyce!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG420
• 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:

Dr. Wawrzycka is hands down one of the best professors I have ever had in my college career. She is a tough grader but feedback is constructive and she makes you learn from your mistakes. She was very personable and willing to work with you. I loved going to her class because she really does make you think and is so excited with Joyce.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG420
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Wawrzycka is an exemplary instructor and scholar. She has an inimitable passion for her discipline, and holds her students to an extremely high standard. Her classes are very demanding, but incredibly rewarding in turn. Don't be afraid to ask questions, and be ready to contribute to class discussions. Prepare to read more concertedly than ever.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG420
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She is a excellent professor and very passionate about what she is teaching. BUT she is short, dismissive and cares very little for your feelings! Don't make a mistake in this class, she'll never forget or forgive you for it.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGL420
• 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:

Before the class, I didn't really care for Joyce. I had never explored his work much, but she was so enthusiastic about the class and the readings that I was excited to read Dubliners. She is tough but nice. She will warn you about what she looks for in your writing so you know not to make the same mistakes again.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I had her for Honors English and she was all around mean. She was also exceptionally rude and coarse.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG420
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took her class a few times and it wasn't until I was ready to work that I actually succeeded. The material was amazing and you get out what you put in. Yes dubliners is a must, but she is teaching you to critique a classic. I don't think I have ever worked so hard but felt so rewarded! Does an excellent job at cramming slot into one semester!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG201
• 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:

My favorite professor! She was so inspiring and you could feel her passion in her lectures. Loved every minute of her class and would love to take more of her classes!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG201
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I always looked forward to class because I knew I would be laughing about something! She is seriously funny and passionate about her job. She absolutely loves to learn from her students and is pretty forgiving if you mess up, just expect to be picked on for it! You have a "reading log" due almost every week, and they can become quite tiresome.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG201
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Inspiring professor! It's clear that she has a passion for what she's teaching and makes English bearable for even the most mathscience loving students. Her directions for assignments are very specific, but if you follow what she wants you shouldn't have a problem. I love English, not my major, but I might take a class of hers in the future!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL201
• 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:

She is one of the greatest teachers I've ever had! Her lectures were engaging and interesting and she is incredibly knowledgeable. Very passionate about the subject, take her class!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Turns World Lit into Irish Lit. If you don't understand the instructions ASK b/c she doesn't explain ANYTHING well. She is enthusiastic and what she does teach is interesting. If you do the work you will do fine. And I really hope you LOVE Ireland.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG407
• 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:

It is good to see that others have noticed her lack of enjoyment for Americans. I took her a few years ago and still feel distaste for her teaching methodology. She openly admits her distaste for Americans and the education system so I always wondered why she was here in the first place. I only made an A in her class because of Power Point.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGL420
• 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:

intriguing lecturer with obvious passion for material. moderately reading/writing intensive; particular close reading of Joyce is a must. fair and personable. hw drives lecture, be be well prepped. cell phone off, head up in class-- spot on results.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENGL420
• 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:

LitCrit in a few words: be prepared to work, follow the syllabus, as well as what she says, and YOU WILL be fine. Dr. W is very intelligent and approachable. Loves Joyce, prep yourself to read Dubliners very closely. I notice a lot of complaints stemming from 200 level takers & to that i say--> aww, boohoo! her criticism is in your best interest!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENGL625
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Didn't really care for this teacher. Too focused on James Joyce and no other writers. I took the class for literary theory, not the Joyce class (which was a seperate) class, so didn't appreciate EVERYTHING having to revolve around Joyce. Other than that, ok class that I felt was ok, but not one that I would ever take again. Just not interesting.