Bernd is going to make you work, but he genuinely makes calculus fun and will work with you on anything you need. He WANTS you to succeed and will go out of his way to see to it that you do, IF you try.

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extremely graphical approach to teaching

Very good professor and very unique. He seeks to understand mathematics at its core. Most math professors just put formulas on the board with out providing any fundamental explanations as to where they came from. Dr. Rossa breaks theories down and explains them maximizing understanding.

I've had this guy for two different classes. Most people either love or hate this guy. I couldn't stand him at first, but once i got used to writing journals for my math homework (weird, huh?) I realized that his way of teaching makes it extremely easy to get a good grade. Now I love him.

Dr.R is the best professor on Xavier's campus. He is willing to spend huge amounts of time outside of class working with students, plus he's a really nice guy. His teaching method is great!!! Take his class if you want to learn about math, or if you want to learn how to LEARN and how to THINK.

Very nice and willing to help. Can be unclear at times but always makes sure that everyone understands.

This class was totally awesome!!! Dr. Rossa is amazingly clear, and knows exactly when to give you a hint, or when to let you struggle a bit, giving you a sense of accomplishment. He's always available and willing to help outside of class. If you work in his class, you will learn a ton.

I love Dr. Rossa! You can tell he really loves to teach his subject unlike some other professors. He can be unclear at times, but he tries to make sure that everyone understands. He doesn't like it when people just jump to the answer. He is more focused on the method than the answer (and also being able to explain your answer).

I'll admit I really didn't like him at first, but as the semester went along, I changed my mind. He truly loves math and teaching, and he makes you passionate about it too. His approach is very different, but in the end you actually understand the math and can connect it to what you've learned previously. Great teacher.

rossa is an awesome teacher, i dont care what all the other people are saying. if you arent a complete idiot he will make calculus easy. his tests are east, just pay attention to how he wants to you write sentences.

Excellent teacher. he's more worried about how u got answer than actually knowin answer.he goes over things over and over and ya gotta be crazy not to understand bc he reiterates everythin until it clicks. he is passionate bout teaching. attendance is important bc he'll give quizzes but u can do them w/ a partner. def. reccommend, easier than 120

Fun to be around when jolly which is most of time. I wonder does he give Bernd hugs? Midterm exam- decided on lower grading scale after looked at class test results=unfair. A few geniuses suddenly send great students into the scary land of mediocrity. I hope I make out all right. Excellent office hour availability. Hoping to take for Real Anlys II.

I had Dr. Rossa for a 2 week summer intersession and I could not have asked for more. He was willing to help with any problem and graded very fairly.

i love his style of teaching... you have to be in his class to understand but it's super good...I have to work hard and regardless of my interest, he does his best to make the class interesting... if anything else, he definitely has passion...and you can't really fall asleep - he'll keep an eye on you to make sure you do ok!!!!! =)

HE WAS AWESOME

Amazing class. drag becaues it was late in the afternoon but he did his best to try and keep the energy up. many laughs. if you need things explained thouroughly, i would highly recommend. try and not miss class-he is not a fan of that. do the homework, it helps, and if you have a question, ask.

Funny guy, good class. The book was useless. Pay attention in class! Also, do the problems on the handouts. The tests aren't bad, no surprises. Seriously, pay attention in class, and you'll do well.

I'm a very mathematical person, so I was able to understand his teaching better than most students. But he makes every attempt to make sure that everyone understands the material, answering every question on the previous nights homework before he starts each day's lecture. Go to class and do the assigned reading and problems, and you'll do fine.

easy class, but participate! it can really affect your grade.

Dr. Rossa has an interesting and refreshing approach to teaching. He is very conceptual and visual with his teaching. He challenges you to be an independent learner but is always very helpful and understanding. He is excellent!

I did terribly in this class despite Rossa's efforts. He's an excellent (if eccentric) teacher, and if you put in the effort and communicate with him, you will do well with him.

The most kind and helpful teacher I have ever had. He is really passionate about what he does. he expects you to work outside of class, however, so if you are lazy don't take him.

If you want to learn real math take him. He's a great professor but you have to appreciate his teaching style. Use his office hours and get to know him. Participation is very important to him. There are 3 tests and a final. Very little homework. Not bad at all. He explains and spends time on concepts unlike most professors. Take him!

Rossa just LOVES math. He is amazed by all things numbers; it's hard not to love it about him. He is so willing to help and truly wants everyone to understand. I hate math but still enjoyed him as a prof. He is a picky grader though. Huge on semantics, so choose your phrasing wisely. More written out explanations than in most math courses.

Rossa is very helpful if you go to his office hours. Listen to him and class and use office hours and you should do fine.

Must enter with open mins toward math. Forget what you think you know, and do not be stubborn. Do not work ahead, because he does things his own way...and that way is the the right way. He wants you to understand more than simply know how to do.

Among the best math teachers I have ever had. Very helpful for students who are not math majors. He would slow class discussion so that those struggling could follow along.

Nice guy but not a good math teacher. He should be teaching philosophy instead of math.

Must appreciate his teaching style in order to do well. Not a bad guy to be around in office hours.

He's a good teacher but grades extremely harsh

Unconventional? Yes. Incredibly smart? Yes. Rossa is honestly one of the most amazing professors I've had at Xavier. He is a though grader, but if you like math, you can learn a lot from this guy. If you go to his office hours and DO THE READINGS, you'll do good in class.

Dr. Rossa is easily one of my favorite people on campus. I gained a lot from his class, and not just content-wise. He was very available and encouraging when I was struggling with content. Very willing to listen and work through things with me.

Not a lot of people like professor Rossa, but he was one of my favorites. His classes are mainly lecture heavy, but in my opinion it's easy information. He really cares about his students and wants you to succeed. An easy A in my opinion.

I would recommend Dr. Rossa if you struggle with math. He is willing to help during office hours and after class. Exams weren't too stressful because starts everyone with 40 free points out of 100. He's a nice guy but he gets annoyed when students don't participate or pay attention. He doesn't want anyone to fail. you'll pass if you give an effort.

Good professor. Classwork was semi-hard, but he was always available outside of class to help and will talk to you even if it isn't about anything math related. Exams are easy because there is a ton of guaranteed points and quizzes aren't too bad either.

Real Analysis was the hardest class I've ever taken. Never have I ever been more frustrated during a class. It made me so mad. But… it changed me as a person. Dr. Rossa made me a deeper thinker and a better mathematician, and I will be forever grateful.