David Chinitz - Loyola University Chicago

Professor: David Chinitz
Department: English
College: Loyola University Chicago
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: UCLR100
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Although Prof. Chinitz is a nice man, he takes this class too seriously in my opinion. There are two writing assignments, both of which he grades really harshly. theres a reasonable about of reading throughout the semester, but I am so bummed out that I took him as my prof. because I always try to get A's and this class didn't allow me to.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: UCLR100
  • 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 really don't like reading and I really hate the English subject to be honest but professor Chinitz really makes the class tolerable. I listen to almost EVERY one of the readings on tape and I was able to comprehend the older books better this way. He really loves the subject and really works to Make others enjoy it as well. Amazing professor!
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: UCLR100
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
He is definitely a good teacher. His class is heavy sometimes on the reading, but once you get to the poetry part it's not as much. He occasionally takes attendance. He also gives out quizzes almost every class. They're only two questions and if you read and paid attention it is an easy quiz.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: ENGL379C
  • 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. Chinitz is swell! He's kind, laid-back, engaging, and just pleasent to listen to. Class is discussion based and mostly poetry oriented. There's a small quiz before every class that's no trouble if you've so much as looked over the short readings. He's quirky, relaxed and has great hats. An overall gem.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: ENG271
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
He can be pretty monotonous at times, but the class itself isn't bad and he's a good professor. His grading isn't too hard and he makes an effort to help you in any way he can. 2 question reading quizzes in every class, but super easy if you just glance over the readings. The readings aren't bad either, just a few poems per class. I'd recommend him
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: ENGL379
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Chinitz is incredibly knowledgeable in his field. He's very calm but clearly excited in his work. He knows the Jazz age well, occasionally even breaking out into song. Mini-quizes to help students stay on top of the reading, 2papers, 2exams, and participation matters. You'll want to though, as he leads great discussions.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: ENG271
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Class is not bad if you stay involved and do the readings. He is super good at getting you to view poetry from a different angle. Calm demeanor and fair grader for the most part. Just put in some effort. It ended up being one of my favorite classes last semester.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: INTRO2318
  • 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:
I love him he is the best!! his class is so interesting and now I have a love for poetry more than anything in the world! It seems like the intelligent students who are ready for a difficult course are the students who appreciate Dr. chinitz. My advice: TAKE HIS CLASS!
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: ENGL000
  • 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:
Pretty simple class. The readings are very short- do them and you will be fine.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: ENGL271
  • 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:
Knows his stuff. Lectures are very student involved and yet he keeps things interesting, never off topic. Grades fairly and gives good feedback. Have to be in class on time though, or your grade will suffer from missing the little pop quizes. Definitely recommended. Hoping to take him again for a higher level class.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: ENGLISECT
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He doesn't care about his students at all. Worst professor I've ever had at Loyola.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: ENGLSECT
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Awful. Lectures are extremely boring, nit-picky grading and his attendance policy is ridiculous. You'll miss a quiz if you are a mere 2 minutes late. The wording in his syllabus also allows him to change your grade SIGNIFICANTLY according to attendance. I regret taking his class!!!
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: ENGLSECT
  • 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:
If you like poetry then take any of his classes. He knows exactly what he's doing. He's written books on t.s. eliot. I mean, seriously. I took intro to poetry and modern poetry in succession, and I liked his classes immensely. It seems that people who like to think they know poetry better than he does dislike his class.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: MODERNPOETRY
  • 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:
chinitz really helped me understand and love modern poetry. he is a fair grader and doesn't throw any curve balls. a clear lectuerer; kinda cute in a weird way.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: ENGL271
  • 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:
His class is really boring...he over explains everything, but he is really sweet. He's a tough grader though. Prepare for a B
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: MODERNPOETRY
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Has anyone noticed that alot of these entries for Chinitz sound exactly the same? Like maybe he writes them himself? Only this guy would think himself hot. One word sums him up: dull. If you like going through poetry line by line, having everything explained in boring detail, you'll like this class. Otherwise stay away.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: ENGL271
  • 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:
awesome professor - really makes you want to learn! very nice man, just show up to class on time and do the readings so you can get a's on the quizzes. papers are kind of tough, but not long (3-7 pages max). two exams and a final - somewhat difficult if you don't expand on your thoughts too much. I - would definitely take him again!
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: ENGL271
  • 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:
Classes always consist of discussing the poems that had to be read for that day. Gives pop quizzes but they are incredibly easy as long as you have read. Writing assignments can be tricky. There are times when it seems as if you have to know what his interpretation of the poem is to do well. Also, 2 exams and a final.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: STUDIESINPOET
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
No Comments
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: ENGL344
  • Grade Received: B+
  • 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:
An absolutely facinating professor who really brings the subject to life. You have to do the readings, but they're so well chosen you'd be a fool not to. The professor to take when you really want to learn something about culture.
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