4.2

David Rahni

Chemistry - Pace University (all)

4.2
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Would Retake
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4.2
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Would Retake

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What Students Say

Rahni is an awesome teacher and individual

CHEM221 - 5.0 rating

I love professor Rahni

CHE111CHE112 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

92%

Textbook Required

50%

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Hilarious (13)
Respected (9)
Inspirational (8)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (6)
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Reviews (120)
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CHE111
Dec 26, 2002

Uniquely grand one of a kind guy--recommend your taking his courses-splendid

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CHE331
May 30, 2003

If you are trying to truly learn chemistry to earn your way into medi/dental school or graduate school or even join the work force with good money, then this fellow's courses are what you wish to sit in. If you are looking for easy way out, then forget it

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CHE111
Nov 20, 2003

Awesome teacher... really knows his stuff. Very helpful, but sometimes a little hard to understand. If you dont understand, just ask him. Great teacher.

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CHE112
Apr 3, 2004

Dr. Rahni is a great guy. He's a very intelligent man who tends to teach a little over some heads sometimes, but he's very willing to answer any questions. I would recommend him for any chemistry class.

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CHEM112
Apr 18, 2004

friendly guy, i dont learn anything in his class though. He does scale grades. i learn more reading and teaching myself at home. He is the best at Pace :( for chem 111 & 112 in Pleasantville.

5.0
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CHEM112
Apr 19, 2004

Rahni is a great professor! He's so enthusiastic and has such energy for this subject. The man's a genius!

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CHE112
Apr 26, 2004

Bit too self centered.

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ENVSCI
May 5, 2004

No Comments

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LAW802
May 5, 2004

Great learning experience and a fun class.

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LAW802
May 6, 2004

Dr Rhani is a very special teacher, one whom I will never forget, and will do my best to stay in touch with. He is a very knowledgable and enganging professor and I am lucky to have learned from him.

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LAW802
May 6, 2004

Professor Rahni has quite a unique personality and teaching style. He is, without a doubt, one of the 5 smartest people on earth. I loved his class, partly because it was so obvious that he loves what he does.

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LAW802
Jun 25, 2004

Paper, presentation and a test for a two credit class is ridiculous. He's a hard grader and the test is the most random assortment of questions ever. It was impossible to study for and very unfair.

4.0
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CHE111
Jul 7, 2004

Dr. Rahni's understanding of chemistry is amazing. He is really helpful and is a fair grader. I suggest this class to anyone!

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CHE111
Jul 9, 2004

Dr. Rahni is an excellent professor. He used his intelligence and wit, along with examples from industry to help the students learn the material. He is very knowledgeable in all areas of academia and was very helpful in my quest for medical school.

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CHE111
Jul 9, 2004

Dr. Rahni is as fun as possible for chemistry and makes every attempt to involve all students and draw them into the discussion. Lots of knowledge on other fields that he uses to keep your interest. Good chem course. Make sure to do homeworks.

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CHEM101
Jul 11, 2004

Funny, goes off on tangents, willing to let students joke and slack off to a certain extent. Tends to prattle on and put formulas up on the board. Who cares though since his tests are predictable multiple choice. He requires attendance at lectures.

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CHE101
Jul 13, 2004

I was was not a fan of any sciences until I took Dr. Rahni's class. He is very energetic, and knowledgable. By the end of the session, his passion for the world was instilled in me. Take his class and learn as much as you can from him.

5.0
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CHE111
Jul 19, 2004

He is the man!!!!

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CHEM112
Jul 24, 2004

The best proffesor i have ever had in my entire life at any level of education. Knows everything about anything and has a great sense of humor. RAHNI IS GOD!

5.0
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LAW803
Jul 30, 2004

Professor Rahni is my favorite law professor thusfar. I would highly recommend him to any student pursuing a career in environmental law, or who are interested in learning more about environmental science. The course was both informative and entertaining.

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CHEN
Aug 17, 2004

Hard teacher but nice man

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INSTCHE331
Aug 20, 2004

What a demanding course, but with Rahni's superb and broad knowledge and his patience and respect for students, this course truly tied together my four years of science education. Take Rahni for any course....it's open your eyes to the realities

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CHEM111
Sep 21, 2004

just read wat others have already stated....THE MAN

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CHE111
Sep 24, 2004

Dr. Rahni is awesome. He is very knowledgable, helpful and friendly. He really shows his love for the subject of Chemistry and devotes his energy and efforts to helping his students understand and process in the material.

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CHEM
Nov 8, 2004

Hes very hard to understand. In order to know anything you have to read the book. Tests aren't bad.

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GENCHEM
Nov 24, 2004

He convinced me there's hope in becoming a biochem major so log as there are dedicated professorsl liek him aorund...Humble yet extremely knowledgeable....down to earth...take him

5.0
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CHE111
Dec 15, 2004

this guy is awesome, definitely worth trying to get into his class... good professor, he jokes around a bit, and he seems to be an all around good guy..

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CHE112
Jan 17, 2005

Really cares about the student and understancs different abilities

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CHEINST331
Feb 1, 2005

Too darn good to be true, yet he ideed is... he notonly does know his chemistry at all levles, but more important is that he remains a human with a touch that reaches out to each student... the material is very challenging, his exams are rather diffciult, but he is always avaialble and fair at all t

5.0
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CHE111CHE11
Apr 12, 2005

Chemistry is hard, but he really makes it fun and does all he can to help everyone out. If you are committed and try hard you will not fail. Definetly Take Him. You won't regret it...

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CHE111
Jun 30, 2005

awsome professor made a hard course ever so much easier.

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CHEM
Nov 13, 2005

VEry knowlegable in the area. interesting lectures. cool

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CHE111
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2005

What a nice teacher! however his class is hard his test consist of few questions ex: 2nd test was 4 prob. all his tests come from the Additional problems in back of the chapters his style is theroy and few problems in lec. it does not prepare you for the exams u must study weeks before to pass. he weeds the dumb kids out. I hear he curves?

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111
Nov 27, 2005

great guy....hard tests......once again GREAT GUY but hard tests......

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FRESHMANCHEM
Dec 8, 2005

Really funny and nice. Way too smart though. What's really simple to him isn't always so easy for the class to understand. The tests are really hard. You either get it or you don't. He tries to give you any points he can though even if your answers are wrong. He really DOES want everyone to do well. Will always help if you ask.

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CHEM111
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2005

Brilliant. Good sense of humor. Deserves a Nobel Prize and a deal with Comedy Central. His tests are hard but very fair if you study hard. Science is not an easy major, it's not for everyone. If your taking chemistry, take Rahni. "It's not a bad day if you got Rahni's class that day." -He really does lighten up the day. TAKE HIM.

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INSTRUMENTAL331
Jan 3, 2006

The most helpful and the smartest fellow around here..teaches with enough real life exapmles of his very own, rather reading the book to us..connects with everyone treating you as a full person, and put your mind at ease..take him, an experience for life

5.0
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CHE111CHE112
Jan 16, 2006

Great chem professor. Tries to give all students a chance with grading. You must do homework problems to do good on tests. He really cares about his students. good sense of humor.

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CHEM111
Jan 17, 2006

Great guy, if you work he will take care of you....but he is a gift from God!!!!

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CHEM111
Mar 28, 2006

Great Guy......best ever........very down to earth and although his test are a bit hard...he WILL take care of U....You leave a CHamp

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CHEM111
May 1, 2006

Doesn't teach very well. The only information I learned from his class I taught myself. You would never be able to pay attention in class and do ok because he does not explain well.

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CHEM111
Jun 30, 2006

Great guy, funny, very friendly. Brilliant mind. However, he's so smart and knows his stuff so well that he's not quite able to bring the lectures down to the level of the average struggling student. Tests are brutal, but taken from homework questions. He curves like crazy and won't fail a student as long as they do the work and are trying.

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CHEM111
Apr 13, 2007

he loves his overhead slides.... however they didn't help me much... when i went to his office he was willing to help but he was unwilling to explain on a simple level..."its like this you know" huh no i don't thats why im here! Dr weiser will help you more! He can't be bothered... he puts his credentials on the sylbus...Big ego!

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CHE111
Sep 11, 2007

i agree with the first comment however he told us a story about one of his professors that taught from a small note book that he hid from the prof. however why do the same to your students with the transparentsies..Why

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CHE111
Nov 29, 2007

For get about his depth of scientific knowledge. He is the most well rounded professor whom I have ever met. He is not only versed about almost all subjects, but that he also can refer to his prior writings on a topic of discussion. Down to earth, however.

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CHEM111
Nov 29, 2007

Just like below forget his in depth knowlege he is at pace to teach not to weed out the the ones that cant teach them selves. if this is the case then i would have taken an online class i want examples to be taught not showen. that is what i pay him for and he curves like crazy but that not why you should like him or pass that way... we should lear

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CHEM111
Dec 26, 2007

Ok so his test are really hard...I never really took notes and I missed class like 4 times and I did ok. He's fun but the class itself really isn't (come on it's Chem). I would take his class again if I could!

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CHE331
May 20, 2008

great fellow all around...

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CHEM111
Jun 17, 2008

The class requires 40 hrs/week in the summer, our class average is a 60, and he's telling us that it's our fault even though his tests are ridiculous. You can only appeal your grade to Weiser, the head of the chem dept, who is the only person harder then he is... Stay away from Chem at Pace at all costs!!!

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CHEM111
Jul 3, 2008

I disagree with the last comment, Professor Rahni seems to be trying to get us through a difficult course and is adapting to our needs to do so. Also, Professor Weiser taught our class one session and she was very helpful.

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CHEM111
Jul 7, 2008

I'm in the class right now, and he seems like a nice guy, but what he considers to be an easy test puts the class average around a 70, and if he gives us a regular/tough test for the final and doesn't curve it to the average of the last 2, most of us are going to have to pay another 3 grand and repeat the class before we take chem 2.

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CHEM111
Jul 7, 2008

The class average may have been a 70 w/o the curve on the last test, but with the curve the class average is likely to be closer to an 80.

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CHE111
Jul 9, 2008

Come on....fellas.. especially the visitors....it's a science course..what did you expect? to be handed over to you in golden plate?! This man the teacher is doing his best...let us face it not us all are blessed with IQ over 125...let us do our very best....and see what happens...

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CHEM111
Jul 12, 2008

It may be scary during the semester, but if you put in the effort he rewards you in the end.

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CHE111
Jul 14, 2008

Nice guy and even funny. He will work with students in terms of grading. Exams are hard, but he curves. Expect to do most of the learning yourself. He is messy when it comes to teaching, blackboard use is limited and does not cover topics in depth.

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CHE111
May 9, 2009

pretty much if u get below the class avg. u get a C. if u get around the class average you get a B and if you get above the class average he"ll give you an A. Hes a great guy, but that class gave me headaches! ended up dropping calc II cuz i wasnt prepared for it. Hes a genius just not the best teacher.

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CHE111
Nov 20, 2009

Rahni is the man! Hilarious in lecture, but very doubtful you'll understand anything. Go to his office hours and he'll explain everything and feel a lot better about it. Buy the Student Solutions Manual too! That book saved my life in this class!!

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CHEM111
Dec 19, 2009

Professor Rahni is a great professor, he is extremely intelligent and will make sure you are on the right path. He is extremely considerate and funny. His tests are no surprise, you have to make sure you do your homework to understand the material. Take him HE IS GREATTT!!!!!!

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CHEM111
Dec 24, 2009

Very nice. Wonderful person. Hard to understand. Explanations are weak and not designed for the beginner. Had to teach myself the course.

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CHE111
Nov 16, 2010

Rahni is an amazing person and so funny. BUT when it comes to teaching he's not the right man for the job. He is a genius and can't simplify things.I taught myself everything by reading every single chapter and did absurd amount of problems to study. His tests are absolutely impossible. Good thing is he curves.

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CHEM111
Nov 20, 2010

Dr. Rahni is a great person. He always tries to talk to every student in the class one-on-one. BUT when it comes to teaching, he is absolutly useless. I have not learned a single thing! BE PREPARED TO TEACH YOURSELF! TRUST ME!!!! If you dont have the student solution manual... GET IT!!!! the most useful thing ever.

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CHEM111
Dec 22, 2010

Hard to understand, is a little bit too intense, wants to be everyones friend. Needs to relax more and loose the EGO. 3rd worst professor at Pace.

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CHEM111
Dec 26, 2010

failed every test but got a B overall... didnt even go to any discussion groups.

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CHEM111
Sep 22, 2011

For those of you who are complaining, it's probably b/c you didn't do the work nor did you make an effort. Do not take this class with a preconceived notion that you wouldn't have to do any work/effort as in the case with most other Pace classes that give away A's. It's hard work but you actually learn a thing or two! only serious students take him

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CHE331
Jan 4, 2012

Not an easy course. an intellectually stimulating and quantitative approach to teaching hard core science. Rahni, a bit eccentric, is a 100 professors in ONE. take his class if you are true to owning your education and committed to complete all the work and his demands.

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GENCHEM111
Jul 3, 2014

Hard core science class with a brilliant instructor. The workload is almost impossible to keep up with. If you do the work and give it your best you will be treated more than fairly. His sense of humor and unending whit help soften the material. One of my favorite instructors!

5.0
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CHEM111
Jul 9, 2014

Loved the Prof. He is very caring, nice and wants you to pass. He makes every effort to give you that opportunity. Very funny too. His "Persian carpet Baazar" tactics truly are a sight to be seen and heard.

4.0
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CHEM112
Grade: B-
Aug 14, 2014

Rahni is a pleasure to have as a teacher. He tries to make class enjoyable and always makes jokes. He tries to get to know each individual student and really does help everyone out in the end. As long as you try your hardest and show that you are making an effort, you will be pleasantly surprised with your grade in the end.

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CHEM111112
Grade: B+
Aug 14, 2014

Always easy going and laid back, give extensions on HW and Quizzes. Really good person and very easy to approach. I had lot of fun in his class.

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CHE112
Grade: C
Aug 14, 2014

I had taken this course twice already with two other professors and got two F's. Rahni, however, turned me around to change my perception of chemistry and see its relevance to life. He remained on top of my work and all others' 24-7. High number of HW & quizzes, but was pleasantly surprised to have finally put this course behind me...

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CHEM112
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2014

Professor Rahni alway seems to be smiling, an attitude which is infectious. If you work hard, do all the HWS and online quizzes, you will be fine. The key thing with this class is to practice, practice, practice. Rahni is always willing to help in terms of extensions and changing test dates. Stay positive.

3.0
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CHEM112A
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2014

Professor Rahni is wonderful. Always willing to encourage and is very flexible with due dates. If you are under pressure, tell him your concern and he'll be happy to help. Chemistry is hard class, so you need to stay positive, keep focused, and do all the practice you can!

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CHE112
Aug 15, 2014

Professor Rahni is a great instructor. He ran a fair classroom. I always knew what was expected of me, and Rahni was reasonable with the workload, even in an intensive course like chem II.

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CHEM111LAB
Aug 16, 2014

Literally the greatest teacher I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. He has such a warm heart, and is so easy to talk to. Don't think its an easy course though, because its not. I got A's on every single lab but he ended up giving me a B as my final grade because sometimes I wouldn't participate much with the lab. TAKE HIM!!!

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112A
Aug 17, 2014

Amazing professor! I took this class after taking general chem I and was nervous on this class material. He is always willing to help even after hours. He's very detailed and makes sure you understand everything about chem 112A before you finish the class. He is also flexible with due dates.

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221
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2014

Dr. Rahni really is a great teacher and person. He helps every student even if they do not keep up with the work and put little effort in. He enjoys seeing every student do well and thrive in his classes. Although the online work is very tedious, if you put the effort in to at least try it he will appreciate that and will greatly help your grade

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221
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2014

Nice man, lets us leave class early. Sapling isn't too bad. Do your work and turn everything in and you'll be fine.

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70465
Dec 17, 2014

He was awesome very helpful and understood lab was intended to help lecture

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CHE112
Feb 21, 2015

Dr. Rahni is a genius. Yes, the course is difficult but if you go to class, office hours, and stay on top of your work, you can do well. He helps you if you demonstrate that you care, and if it's clear to him that you're just begging for grades, he won't help. This professor is one of few that truly deserves to be respected for his accomplishments.

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CHE331
Grade: B
May 25, 2015

There's a midterm and a final but do the online homeworks and quizzes you should be fine.

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CHE331
Grade: A
May 25, 2015

Dr. Rahni is a very intelligent professor. He has a broad area of knowledge of the field and gives interesting lectures. Although the tests are difficult, they are online and if you study the HW and quizes you will find you will have what you need to receive a good grade in the course. Dr. Rahni has office hours as well if you find you need help.

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CHE491
May 25, 2015

This was a research class and Dr. Rahni was one of my mentors throughout the course. He constantly provided beneficial feedback to my final paper and worked with me if I needed any assistance or had any problems. Dr. Rahni is great teacher to take as he cares about his students highly, as well as their educational excellence. Highly recommend.

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CHEM111
Grade: B+
Jul 9, 2015

Hard class, but great professor. He won't fail you If you work hard! Very caring

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CHE111
Grade: B
Jul 9, 2015

A visiting student from an ivy league, satisfying my chem req for my major, I was pleased with this professor's lectures w a B; frankly his caliber is hard to find in many schools. Not ever my favorite, chemistry has now become my favorite subject to keep up with... am taken aback though why some students were expected to be spoon-fed so much?

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CHEM111
Jul 9, 2015

Due to the condensed summer course the class was difficult. But Dr. Rah I was very understanding if there were any issues we had.

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40241
Jul 10, 2015

I took a general chemistry class and the pace of the course was the fastest I've ever taken. The amount of homework assigned kept me up most nights, and the exams were nearly impossible. I will say that professor Rahni did a good job keeping the lectures interesting, and gave a positive impression in the classroom that made the material bearable.

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CHE112
Grade: B+
Aug 14, 2015

This man actually saved my chemistry grade. If you actually keep up with the work and try your best he WILL curve your grade. I feel like I probably should have got a C- and to my surprise B+ !!! If you can take him.

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CHEM112
Grade: B+
Aug 16, 2015

I had Dr. Rahni for both chem 111 and 112 and I got a B+ in both when I probably should have gotten at C. He really cares about his students and if he sees that you work hard he'll help you out. He is a great professor and a great person in general!!! Would recommend anyone to take his class!!!!

5.0
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CHE112
Grade: A-
Aug 29, 2015

Dr. Rahni was one of the best professors I have ever met at Pace. Very great guy to be friends with. He made me evolve from "tin" to "gold" in a matter of one summer course. A lot of work is required for him, however the more time you spend on your homework, the better you will do on exams. If you show him you're trying, he'll definitely reward you

5.0
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CHE221
Grade: A-
Nov 25, 2015

I had the privilege of taking a few classes with Dr. Rahni and I can honestly say he's a fantastic professor and just a delightful person. He absolutely knows his stuff and tries his best to inspire his students in not just chemistry but in aspects of the world. I can't recommend him enough.

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CHE221
Dec 19, 2015

I took Dr. Rahni's analytical chemistry class. For those who don't already know him, you probably know of him. He is probably the most kind-hearted professor you will ever have the privilege of meeting. He genuinely cares about each student and is friendly from the start. He's brilliant in his field and has the most interesting stories.

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CHE221
Grade: B+
Dec 20, 2015

Dr. Rahni expects a lot from his students but is generally fair in terms of grading. Personally, I believe he is too lenient with some but overall holds everyone to the same standard. Just get your work done and you'll be fine.

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CHE331
Apr 26, 2016

The courses he's teaching contain interesting material that can supplement any form of science from biology, to chemistry, to physics. I highly recommend him as a professor because this material is not necessarily the easiest stuff in the world but he can convey it in a way that is both interesting and scholastically detailed. Overall amazing guy.

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CHE112
Grade: A
May 5, 2016

Dr. Rahni is incomparable to any other professor at Pace. Not only was he an excellent professor, but he genuinely cared for each and every one of his students. He connected with students on a personal level and was also very funny. The material for this course is not necessarily easy, but just show him you are working hard and he will reward you.

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CHE112
Grade: A-
May 15, 2016

Very well organized. Show up to class on time and have read prefab before coming to class so you know what exactly you are going to do!. He is very funny and easy going as long as you do your homework you should do great!

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CHE111
Sep 4, 2016
Would take again

I had Dr. Rahni for both Chem 111 and 112, he is an amazing teacher. He keeps class enjoyable with his jokes and random facts. He cares about his students and makes sure that everyone is on the same page with understanding the material. If you study the material, do the homework and practice, practice, practice you'll be fine.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Hilarious
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CHE221
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is very knowledgeable and wants to inform his students. He loves joking around which makes the class more enjoyable. Make sure to do all of the homework and you will be fine. Just one midterm and final.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Caring
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CHE221
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is a genius. He knows exactly how to make class fun while teaching. There is a lot of homework, so make sure you stay on top of it. He is a very genuine person. For some reason, I believe his favorite element is Sn. Overall, Dr. Rahni wants to see everyone succeed in his class and it is a pleasure having him as a professor at Pace.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Caring
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CHE221
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

This guy is the best thing that has ever happened to Pace. Very fair, positive, & interactive with all his students. He's a great professor, but an even better friend & I have yet to meet another professor at Pace as funny as this man. He's the only professor that can turn "tin" to "gold" to a shinier gold actually worth something! #BestProfessor

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
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CHE221
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is one of the best professors in the science department at Pace. I have never met a more caring professor who honestly wants all of his students to succeed. You will learn a lot, not only the material but life lessons. Chemistry is not an easy subject but if you show you care and make an effort you will be rewarded. Take him if you can!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
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CHE392
Dec 2, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is one of the best profs at Pace, hands down. He cares about his students, is a genius, and really wants everyone to do well. Just do the work the right way, ON TIME, and you'll be rewarded. Would definitely take again.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
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CHE112
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is a great professor. He is a genius and always willing to help whether it pertains to Chemistry or anything really. He genuinely cares about his students and takes time getting to know them individually as well. Would definitely take his lab again!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHEM221
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is an awesome teacher and individual. He always has time to listen to the requests of his students and always trys to make their experience in all of his classes as enjoyable and informative as possible. He's great outside the classroom as well and helps in out of school ventures; he was able to get my music group a gig! A great guy.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
CHE111CHE112
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

I love professor Rahni. He is knowledge, enthusiastic, funny and understanding. He really wants students to understand and be excited about chemistry. This is the second course I have taken with him as the professor and I can honestly say he is one of the best teachers I have ever had. There is a lot of work but, well worth it to be his student.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHE111
Grade: B
Jul 12, 2017
Would take again

Rahni is a great professor. Very caring and truthful, willing to work with you and help you along with grades. Gen chem is tough, and definitely time consuming, but Rahni is very understanding!

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
112A
Aug 15, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Rahni truly is a diamond in the rough when it comes to college professors. He's intelligent, often uses witty metaphors and stories to relate to chemistry, and has an engaging sense of humor. He wants to help his students do well and connect w/ them on a personal level. Put in the work and he will help w/ the rest. Two thumbs way up for the dr!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
CHE111CHE112
Aug 15, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is the most intellectual and intelligent professors I have ever had and on top of that he is such a caring and well-rounded person. He is extremely knowledgeable about Chemistry and his class is a lot of work and difficult but he is very understanding when it comes to grading. He also has a great sense of humor which makes class fun!

5.0
4.0
CHEM101
Grade: B+
Aug 17, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is bar none the most intelligent, intellectual, witty and wise professors it has been my pleasure to know. Not only is his classroom instruction informative and formative, but his interest and caring for students apparent.

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
CHE111
Grade: C
Aug 17, 2017
Would take again

What a character. He can make some really dry material interesting and relatable. Chemistry has been my worst class since high school. He understands it may just be a small yet crucial stepping stone to your ultimate goal and does everything within his power to help you succeed. Responds to emails very quickly and recognizes hard work as well.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHE221
Dec 4, 2017
Would take again

The only thing that exceeds Dr. Rahni's intellect is his charm and wit; every lecture, you end up learning new things and laughing hysterically. He truly cares about his students and has inspired many, myself included, to continue their studies in Chemistry. This class was really tough and computation heavy but taught me so much.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHE221
Feb 20, 2018
Would take again

Dr Rahni is a wealth of knowledge, and extremely approachable. In order to succeed in this course be sure to read the assigned chapter before the lecture.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
CHE221203
Feb 20, 2018
Would take again

Dr Rahni provides the optimum balance of supervision and autonomy in the lab. Come to each lab prepared and success is guaranteed.

Respected
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
CHE392
Feb 20, 2018
Would take again

Dr Rahni provides the opportunity to succeed as long as you put the work in. You won't meet in class every week as this is a research heavy class, however be prepared to present your research at the end.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHE331
May 9, 2018
Would take again

It is of the utmost impotance to Dr. Rahni that his students succeed inside and outside of academia. Thus, he tries to help in any way that he can to make sure that this success occurs. He expects hard work and dedication from each and every student.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHE112
May 5, 2019
Would take again

One of the best chemistry professors there is. If you do the work and show up, you will pass the class. He grades very fair.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHE101
Grade: A-
Jan 18, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is a great professor. He is always willing to help and explains the labs very well. I definitely recommend taking his course.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHE492
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2022
Would take again

He's a very straight out professor, who is very lenient with deadlines. He doesn't assign a lot of work, so the workload isn't overbearing.

Accessible outside class
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CHE221
Feb 2, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is one of the best professors at this university. Extremely educated on every topic in the world, funny, caring, and well respected by everyone. His classes are fair, and he is very lenient when needed. You will not regret taking his class. Even with his harder classes, don't hesitate to choose him.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
111
Grade: B+
Apr 20, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is such a great professor, he's a little hard to understand but nonetheless he is super caring and is willing to explain any questions that you may have. Make sure to go through the lab before you go to class. He doesn't go through your lab reports with a fine tooth comb and he's a very fair grader.

Participation matters
Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
CHE112
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Rahni is such a good professor. I had him for lab. If you put in effort, you'll do well. He wants to know his students. He really cares about his students too. He starts off grading tough, but then he eases up on it. He drops the lowest grade. He answers his emails pretty promptly.

Inspirational
Caring
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