L. J. Samons - Boston University

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L. J. Samons - Boston University

Professor: L. J. Samons

Department: Classics

College: Boston University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: CL202
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors EVER! He does expect a lot because of his passion. He gives great lectures and is always willing to help his students. Midterm and final, 3 short papers. He doesn't give study guides and expects you to buy a lot of books. Just take notes every lecture because thats what the tests are on. He is very entertaining

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: CL212
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The best professor I've ever had at BU, and I'm not even in this department. His lectures are just him telling stories in the most beautiful, realistic way. Everybody should take a class with him. My only regret as a graduating senior is that I couldn't take more!

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: CC102
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of my favorite professors at BU so far. Definitely one of the best in the Core Curriculum. He makes boring material interesting, is super easy to talk to outside of class, and really helps his students succeed. He is particular with what he wants regarding essays, but your writing will improve and the work is worth it.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: CL303
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Samons is really funny and makes a boring subject interesting to people who aren't majoring in it. Attendance is not mandatory but you should go to class because everything he goes over in lecture is on the exam and he doesnt use textbooks or posts any notes online. The exams and papers are hard but theres only two of each so it's fine.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: CL161
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Samons is probably the best professor I've ever had. He's one of the funniest human beings I've ever met and can make literally any topic amusing. I had him for Ancient Greek language (CL161) which is one of the hardest classes (if not THE hardest class) I've ever had to take in my life, but he made it fun and was fair. I adore him.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: CL221
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Samons loves the material that he teaches, and you can really tell during lectures. He conveys so much information in an hour, yet he manages to make it feel like a stand-up comedy routine rather than a history lecture. Hand down the best lecturer at BU and definitely one of the smartest. If you need to fill a requirement, he's your guy.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: CS202
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Samons has been my favorite professor and Warfare has been my favorite class even though I'm not a classics major. Samons is hilarious and gives some really life changing lectures, and always makes sure to connect history to present day. Absolutely recommend taking any class with him.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: CC10102
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Easily the best professor I've had at BU. I'm currently switching my major to business but he was the sole reason I questioned my decision. The man is an absolutely amazing teacher and person. My eyes usually glaze over at the thought of classical literature but he has given me a whole new perspective and love for the subject.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: CL221
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Even if you're not interested in Greek History, it's impossible not to be entertained by his lectures. The way he incorporates the history into a dialogue for every class is incredible; super interesting and fun! Looked forward to every class. Be prepared to take notes.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: CL221
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I LOVE this professor. He is hilarious! He is a tough grader, but taking the class is totally worth it. I really enjoyed learning the material of this class and it helped with CC101.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: CASCL221
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's great. He has passion for the subject and channels this passion into his students. He's also extremely clear and absolutely knows his stuff. The exams are somewhat difficult because he requires a ton of date memorization and details but everything comes from the notes. The papers he assigns are straight forward and he grades generously.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: CL202
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I LOVE PROFESSOR SAMONS!! Easily the best professor I've ever had. His lectures are amazing (and critical to passing the class), he's hilarious and completely changes your view on classical and modern warfare. Loved it and understood the material because of him. Beware though- lots of reading (DO IT) and difficult exams. Totally worth it though!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: CL111
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Samons is a good natured professor who wants to see his students do well. Quizzes are frequent, so it's important to keep up. I do not agree with how often he puts students on the spot (it can be embarrassing and painful) but other than that was a pretty enjoyable class. He's very willing to answer questions as well, and expect some good laughs

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: CL221
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Samons is hands down the professor I've ever had. He makes you want to go to class and keeps you entertained the entire lecture. Be warned though, as awesome as he is, he expects a lot from his students and an A is not guaranteed. GO TO HIS OFFICE HOURS. He'll go through papers with you and give you great advice. Samons is the best. The end.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: CL221
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:

Makes Greek history, even battles, very fun even though I usually hate military history. When details about events aren't known he makes up his own fun versions to keep it interesting but still makes it very clear that it is not true so that you don't get confused. Relates events and politics to present/himself for even more humor. One of my favs.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: CL221
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Samons is the best lecturer I have ever heard. Going to class every day for greek history was a treat. He expects alot of memorization for dates and vocab, but the tests are simple and straightforward. He tore apart one of my papers and I still got a B. Take this class for an amazing college experience

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: CL202
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:

Great professor. Very engaging...I was never bored in his class! He's really funny, and doesn't throw curveballs on tests. Hard grader (at least, his TFs are), so expect to have to work to get a good grade. Still, the class was so good that the extra work was worth it.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: HIST202
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:

Best lecturer you could ever hope for. You're laughing for most of the class, yet you learn so much

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: CL221
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best lecturer I've had in my four years at BU, by far. Intelligent, engaging, sensitive, and humorous.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: CL221
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:

So funny and really makes the Greek world come alive - you can tell he's so passionate about the subject. Also really wants students to do well and is so helpful in and out of class. Take his class, even as an elective because he's that good!

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