Had him for art appreciation. Very easy and laid back class. He talks a lot, but it's usually interesting and funny stuff.

Very nice man. This is not a fun class but he does his best to keep his student's attention and make it as interesting as possible. He is very willing to help if you ask. He never took attendance in my class. If you never go but read the chapter and learn the images you should be ok on tests.

For a boring class he does what he can. Attendence is a big deal and he takes it every class by passing around a sheet. Don't try to be slick and have your buddy sign you in though... he compares the handwriting or something (believe me I tried it). Very n

GREAT teacher. He is very clear about what will be on tests. very willing to give extra help. makes what could be really booring engaging and fun.

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Best choice for Survey I and II. He may go off on the occasional tangent but its all in fun. He is specific on what will and will not be on tests. Listen to the lectures and know the images given and your good to go. Recommended!

He has the best lectures! If you like Art Hitory then you'll really enjoy his class. He likes opinioned people to speak out during class which make group discussion a lot of fun. His tests are a little difficult but as long as you pay attention and go to class, it should be fairly simple. And he's kinda cute in his own way. I really like him!

Excellent professor! Very helpful and interesting lectures in what could be a somewhat boring subject at times. Take lots of notes and study a little every night and you will get an A in the class. Waiting till the last minute to study you may not do so well.

I loved Dr. Sachs, he does great lectures and is really funny, tells you things you would have never known about art, great discussion class, really makes you think. Only complaint is that the test were somewhat hard. Like another person on her said: work really hard to get a "B" when the rest of my classes I got "As".

Sachs was funny. Really knows his stuff! Tests were extremely hard and as noted before "I'm a straight-A, Dean's list student and worked hard for a B-"

Very interesting, and great artist. He has a great sense of humor.

Sachs is fun. Lectures can sometimes be boring, but he is wacky so that helps. His tests are relatively hard-so STUDY! Does take off points for attendance. I NEVER opened my textbook (waste of $80) and still pulled off an A. JUST TAKE NOTES AND STUDY!

Even if his tests were very hard, you had plenty of opportunities to make up your grade! Makes students become involved in school by attending art galleries and plays. I highly suggest taking this teacher. I thought it was going to be a nightmare b/c I had to take this class an a gen elective, but I loved it!!! His PPT's are the key!!! Loved Him

Sachs is brilliant in his subject, kinda sarcastic, expects much, tests are tough, but study what he tells you and you will do fine, go to class, it will benefit you and he is pretty funny. I took him for art history II and it was an enjoyable class!

Class is interesting if you are into art history. He does a lot of lecturing every class and it is very boring. Take notes and etc, information will be on the test. When you do take the test hint hint the pictures come straight from the readings, the multi choice is tricky use the study guide that he gives you in you will be okay in the class.

I LOVED THIS MAN!!! His class was lots of fun. He taught things with a lot of passion and made it interesting. He did take attendance for extra credit. The only thing is you have to buy about 5 tickets and see 6 art events but I think everyone does that. I was sad when this class ended he is awesome!

Sachs knew a lot of interesting tidbits about art. Make sure you study the pics in the books b/c that is what most of the test questions are on. I did pretty bad on all tests except one but pulled an A. Attendance is graded. There is a huge group project--big part of grade. Other graded assignments to help pull up grade. Very fair.

I have taken him for several classes. Very good professor, great sense of humor (tells jokes all the time), very easy to get along. Although he is awesome, his tests are hard. Take good notes and study the images!!!! He does not do extra credit often. Books are recommended but not necessary. He knows his stuff and makes it interesting. Take him!!!!

Easy class, he gets a little boring when he rambles. Not necessary to take notes, just learn images and look over book and study guides before tests. He offers extra credit, and make sure that you go to all of the exhibits that you're supposed too.

So smart - has a ton of random knowledge, but sometimes this meant we wouldn't finish the notes in time or class would be held late / he would give a class worth of notes in like 10 minutes. If you read and take lots of notes and study the crap out of them, you will be fine. Don't expect him to pick the most obvious artists for the Unknowns.

text is very helpful. you dont HAVE to go to class- but if you DONT, you miss out on a LOT of important info for tests. tests arent EASY but arent HARD. very interesting class and a funny guy! i had to read my book and study (he gives studyguides). but i made an A and learned a lot! he knows ALOT of history in general-but art is very interesting!

Ive had him for several classes and Sachs is the man. He knows a ton about art history and is a very friendly and funny teacher. he has seen most of the art in person so has good stories to tell. He is also an artist himself which is great. if you can memorize the images youll get an A or B at the very least. Ill be taking my 4th class w him in fal

This man is amazing. He really does are about his students, and he'll help you if you put in the effort. Make sure you pay attention in class, and the tests are fairly easy. Awesome teacher.

I love this man. He is funny, and really great. The tests are hard, but you just have to study. He knows his material and will do what he can to help you. I recommend taking his class if you do. I enjoy his lectures!

GREAT professor very knowledgeable. Learned so much about ART HISTORY. He was very interesting. Would take again if I had the opportunity. Very kind and compassionate. ALWAYS answers student emails which is very important to me.

Make sure to do study guide and look at powerpoints. Attendance is a big part of ur grade. He is a pretty good teacher and funny but tests are hard. Will have to go to some events outside of class and do reports over it. Overall good class and professor.

He is a nice person and helpful if you go to him for help. His tests are hard though. He doesn't go over what will be on the test at all and is kind of all over the place. Its a hard class for it to be a gen ed, it could drop your gpa.

Not the easiest class but it ws okay. He is a super funny guy and really passionate about what he teaches. It's just not the most interesting subject. there were 3 tests and 3 in class group writing assignments. the written work is easy but the tests are pretty hard. make sure to take notes and study study study. the book is helpful.

An Excellent speaker. Keeps the lecture entertaining and interesting. Test are a little hard but if your good at memorizing it should be an easy A.

Dr Sachs is the best professor I have ever had in college. If you love Art History you will love his class. He is a master story teller. He class is tough though. I made an A so I would think anyone can. Only one poem due - no papers. 3 tests total. Awesome teacher and artist himself.

Here's all you need to know: There are 3 group assignments, unfortunately. 4 tests that cover 1 or 2 chapters; DETAILS ARE EVERYTHING IN THIS CLASS. TAKE NOTES. The littlest things are on the tests. He's an amazing speaker and loves what he does. Power points are online but get the book and listen to him 100% of the time. Trust me. Takes attendance

This professor is great. Easy material, hes friendly, and interactive. Tests, to me, seem harder than expected, but still a nice easy-A.

Really enjoyed this class. He makes lectures interesting always putting interesting facts in about artists. He posts study guides and lets you know what kind of questions will be on the tests. Not an impossible amount of work to do, but you will definitely need the book and do some studying. I struggle with specifics in history but this is do-able.

Sachs always made class enjoyable, lectures were interesting and he always had good stories regarding the works of art shown in class. Exams weren't hard 30 MC and pretty much straight from the notes, powerpoint, and study guide. Class isn't hard as long as you show up, pay attention, and take notes.

Go off the powerpoints and lectures for the test and you'll be set for this class. Definitely go to class and participate in the lecture, and don't forget to ask questions!! Most importantly, make sure you get good people for your group essays. If you hate doing all the work in group projects, don't take this class cause there's one for each unit

Phenomenal professor, I have taken him every semester. He is incredibly knowledgable and always has a story to share. He thrives at evoking good conversation and making you think- he keeps your attention and makes the topic interesting. Attend class, listen, focus on the big picture, don't kill yourself studying, write on what interests you.

Good professor, knows his stuff, funny and a nice guy. came into this class thinking it 's art so it will be easy. Wrong. You NEED to study for his tests, if you don't you will fail. The group assignments are annoying cause not everyone will help. Don't really use the book. There are not a lot of assignments so doing well on the tests is imparative

Dr. Sachs is the best professor in the Art History Department! His lectures are interesting. The tests are easier than most art history classes I've taken! I've really enjoyed his class!

Dr. Sachs is a charismatic lecturer who's passionate about art and eager to see students get it. He'll explain on day 1 that showing up, keeping up and participating are vital. This all was true. Tests and writing assignments are challenging but fair, and measure several different skills. And you get to see some great art work. Loved this class!

Sachs is a fantastic teacher. Basically, if you show up and listen, you will pass with no issue. He teaches the lecture as if he is having a conversation with you, keeping you intrigued. Dr. Sachs also provides a Study Guide before each exam that gives everything you will need to know for the exam. Extra Credit is Provided!

I'm an Art History major so there was no way to get around not having Dr. Sachs. He really knows his stuff and his lectures are super funny and interesting. You have to STUDY for his tests. Everyone says they failed the first test but I made an 83, and had an A in the class. Study the works and listen/take good notes and you'll be fine.

This professor clearly had a passion for what he was teaching. He was very knowledgable about art of all kinds. However, his exams were insanely difficult which came as a surprise to me.

Professor Sachs is a phenomenal teacher. Art history can be an passionless and enigmatic subject without the proper insight and instruction. Professor Sachs doesn't offer his opinion on subject matter, he offers legitimate substance backed by years of intellectual rigor. I highly recommend taking any and every class of his.

Funny respected guy. very nice. lectures were interesting and he made funny noises. didnt pay attention in class so the tests were passable but still had to put effort in to get an A. Had three group paper things as a group, pretty easy.

He made Art History enjoyable which is a pretty difficult thing for professors to do, from my experience at least. Tests are easy and multiple choice. No book. He really stresses good writing skills on the papers, but he's really not that tough of a grader. Interesting and fun lectures. I would definitely take another class from him

Dr. Sachs is a great guy, hilarious, entertaining. I actually remember the things he tells me because he makes the class so fun, but he grades pretty hard on the paper. Victorian ARH was set up as a seminar class, so you only have participation, one 8 page paper, and a presentation as your grade. Beware if you don't write or speak well.

Something he told us at the beginning of the course was to never stress about his class. This is true! He will constantly give us extra time before the test if we aren't ready for it. His lecture are very audio only (not much visual notes) so you must be in class to get the information. If you pay attention you will get at least a B.

Very nice guy, knows ALOT. Like if you care about art at all he's such a great lecturer to have. Made me care a bunch about the art I was learning about so it made the class enjoyable. He is particular though, so know what he's looking for in assignments but he's always willing to tell you. Ask questions, pay attention, and the assignments are easy

Highly recommend, tests were all identifying the artist to the art (use google images), quizzes are based off of just paying attention in class, and no webcam for both. attendance isnt graded, hes passionate about what he talks about and understands us being interested on listening is more important.