Harry Dinella - George Mason University

Professor: Harry Dinella
Department: Political Science
College: George Mason University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dinella made this class really enjoyable. I felt like I really learned a lot in this class and enjoyed hearing him speak about certain topics even though I didn't agree with him at times. You have to come to class and do all the readings to do well on the exams. I suggest taking notes on the things he says to make the exams easier.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Midterm, Final, and one 6 page paper that he grades generously if you just try. He has the best lectures I've ever attended, and he's very funny and personable. Also, he has a "no-fail" philosophy if you manage to show up to almost every class and do all the required work. Tests are much easier if you have good notes and do the readings beforehand.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: GOV133
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dinella is my favorite professor at GMU. He cares about his students and their success while making the material he covers interesting and funny through his lecture style. I loved going to his class every week because it didn't feel like I was being talked at, he was very engaging and has a wealth of knowledge to share. Definitely take his classes!
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT132
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I took hi ma few years ago and he was amazing. Attendance, a research paper, and two exams make up the grades. He's very entertaining and likes discussing things with the class. Possibly my favorite teacher I've had at GMU.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: C
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He gives no feedback and he tests you on random things he says in class, so if you don't write every little thing down - you'll probably fail. I love international relations and I got a C in his class. I also feel like I didn't learn as much as I would've with a different professor. I would take someone else unless you could take this prof in perso
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I liked Dr. Dinella and thought he had a lot of information to share. This was an online COVID class. My advice would be to take notes on EVERYTHING. A lot of his tests include analogies and personal experiences that aren't in the readings. There's a Midterm, Term Paper, and Final. TAKE NOTES AND READ. Other than that he's hilarious.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Dinella is hilarious, but he is a former Army officer and foreign service "big wig" so he expects effort and respect. Two exams based on lecture so attendance is key, plus one 6-8 page paper. Do the reading because he WILL call you out. He appreciates sophisticated academic writing. If you do quality work you will be fine.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: GOV344
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
If you're in college and don't expect to have your political ideology challengelled from time to time, don't bother taking Dinella's class. Dinella makes solid arguments about his positions and if you're not grown enough to hear an opposing viewpoint without crying, then my recommendation to you is to take a look in the mirror and examine yourself.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: GOV132
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Dinella is awesome. Those who complain clearly dont study. Or come to class. Or both. Hea pretty upfront with what it takes to do well in his class. If you want an easy A, with no effort then you probably shouldnt be in college.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: GOV132
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
What an amazing professor. Those who dont like him obviously skip class and/or dont do the reading. Hes also a really fair grader.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: GOV133
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Prof. Dinella keeps it real with his non-PC statements. Sometimes during his lecture on the current country will have an interjection of a previous country or non-testable country that makes it difficult to have organized notes. He said a few things contrary to the textbook; his words are "correct". One paper on country of choice is only homework.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dinella is a conservative, not politically correct professor who doesn't lecture about readings or course material and prefers to discuss things he finds interesting. He rambles and the class discussions were not beneficial. The class wasn't hard, just offensive and boring.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT133
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
He doesn't use ppts or blackboard but don't let this scare you away! This is a very simple class as long as you attend most of the sessions and listen. The lectures are very entertaining, funny, and engaging. They were easy to follow even for someone in their first semester of college. I urge you to not pass up the opportunity to learn from him.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
What a great professor! I wish I have more than 300 char. to describe how amazing he is. Probably the realist Prof. ever. Doesn't sugar code. WANTS TO HELP STUDENTS USE CRITICAL THINKING. So funny, can't fall asleep in class. I simply admire him. I miss turning the evaluations by seconds, I ran across campus to turn it in, he deserved it.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT133
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He's the best professor I've had in the last semester! His lectures are seriously engaging and he genuinely cares about his students. The book is a must, but as long as you show up to class, take notes, and do some light reading of the book here and there you should pass - easily.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: GOV322
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dinella is a great prof. for the subject. He has strong views, but is respectful of the fact that yours may be different (especially if you can present a solid argument). There is only 1 paper & 2 exams - you really have to put effort in to them all. He clearly loves to teach & is very approachable. He does tease people, but will stop when asked.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Dinella is a real gem among the GMU staff. He has a very fresh realist prospective that gives students an honest view of International Politics. Prepare for some teasing in class but none of it is personal. The readings are genuinely interesting and are definitely on the test. Take this professor you will not regret it!
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Govt322 can be a very intense/heavy course but Dinella finds ways to make it super interesting! I definitely recommend taking him for a three hour block because his lectures are so fun, interesting, and engaging that time flies! Going to class is key to do well on the tests but it is well worth it! He has standards but is very understanding/caring
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: GOV133
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dinella is a great professor!! I loved taking his classes and he is SUPER funny! He really knows how to make the class engaging and his wide life experience gives him a lot of credibility so he can speak to a lot of world issues. He does not use BB but his lectures are easy to follow and there are few assignments. Read the book and you will be fine
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: GOVT322
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Amazing lecturer and gives great feedback for the midterm paper without being a tough grader. This was my first government class and I really enjoyed it.
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