2.8

David Slavsky

Physics - Loyola University Chicago

2.8
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
38%
Would Retake
147
Reviews
2.8
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
2.8
Helpful
2.7
Clarity

38%

Would Retake

147

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

57

4

7

3

3

2

3

1

77

What Students Say

IT IS FUNNY SEEING U GROVEL BEFORE ME THIS THE BATTLE YOU STARTED THE WAR YOU STARTED

PHYS111 - 1.0 rating

Find out next time on RateMyProfressorWarZ

NTSC117 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

30%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B

95% confidence
Based on 40 grades
Most common grades:
A (14)
Not sure yet (14)
A+ (9)
Grade Distribution
A(23)B(3)C(4)D(7)F(5)A-/B+(4)
Based on 62 reported grades
A: 14
Not sure yet: 14
A+: 9
Drop/Withdrawal: 6
Common Tags
Tough grader (38)
Lots of homework (27)
Beware of pop quizzes (12)
Test heavy (11)
Accessible outside class (8)
Gives good feedback (7)
Respected (6)
EXTRA CREDIT (6)
Rating Trend

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Ratings by Course

PHYS478

5.0

(2)

PHYS477

5.0

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PHYS314

5.0

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PHYS112

4.6

(8)

PHYS301

4.6

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Difficulty by Course

111

5.0

GEOLOGY

5.0

NTSC105

4.7

PHYS111K

4.5

NTSC117

4.0

Reviews (147)
5.0
2.0
NTSC117
Mar 23, 2004

Dr. Slavsky is an extremely good teacher. He tries hard to make the material interesting and understandable. He always makes sure his lectures are clear, and is very fair in grading.

5.0
4.0
NTSC117
Dec 30, 2004

A very good class. Lots of interesting information and makes you THINK. Lectures are clear, but dont miss them if you want a good grade. Fair grader and will help if you need it. Enjoyed it more than I thought I would.

5.0
4.0
PHYS478
Jan 15, 2005

Good professor, cares about his students and knows subject very well. Explains things well and keeps class moving at a good pace.

5.0
4.0
PHYS477
Feb 1, 2005

Hard but interesting. Classes are well taught and thought out with a good combination of lecture and lab and demonstrations.

5.0
4.0
PHYS478
Sep 9, 2005

Interesting course, especially the section on weather. Hope we can get that complete weather course sometime this year.

5.0
4.0
NTSC105
Dec 7, 2005

Pretty hard course but not terrible if you go to class and do the home work ontime. Lectures much better than book and he was alwasy around to help.

5.0
3.0
PHYS301
May 12, 2006

Good class, good review of previous material although I wish we did more at the end. Very clear lectures, prof always around to help, LOTS of homework but we usually got them back the next class period.

5.0
3.0
PHYS301
May 7, 2011

You get out of the class what you put into it. His tests and homework are extremely fair and he will ALWAYS help you understand the material if you visit him in his office. Mastering the material will make your future classes much easier.

3.0
5.0
PHYS301
Apr 15, 2012

The fact that half the students dropped the class after the exam is telling you something. Unfortunately, the class is pre-req for all upper division Physics classes.

5.0
3.0
PHYS301
May 8, 2013

Dr Slavsky is one of the most professional teachers I've ever come across. That being said, his tests are very crammed for time unless you know exactly what you are doing.

5.0
4.0
PHYS111K
Grade: A
Mar 31, 2016

Dr. Slavsky is the most inspirational physics professor I have ever had the pleasure of studying under. Make no mistake, he is not an easy professor. I had an easier time in the class because I have a background in physics, yet I found myself relying on extra reading and doing homework problems two and three times over to do well in the class.

5.0
4.0
PHYS301
Grade: B+
May 10, 2016

I don't think this class ended up being as bad as everyone makes it out to be. Although the course was challenging, I still enjoyed my experience in it. Slavsky is a remarkable professor with an amazing passion for teaching. My only complaint is that I didn't enjoy the graded group work exercises. You really have to apply yourself to get an A.

5.0
4.0
PHYS111
Nov 3, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Slavsky is one of the best professors you will have for physics. He gives homework every week that will take you at least 5 hours to finish. Other than that come to class and pay attention. He cracks a few jokes here and there.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
PHYS111
Dec 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Slavsky is a great professor! However, he makes you work for the grade, found this class to be very difficult. You will need to rely heavily on the book or going to see him to succeed. The homework is very time consuming but usually represents what will be on the test. He is very helpful in office hours and cares about his students succeeding.

Respected
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
PHYS314
Grade: A
Apr 2, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Slavsky is, in my opinion, the best professor at Loyola. He is fiercely caring for his students. He is very challenging when it comes to homework (I often spent 7 hours a week doing homework for the upper-level physics courses I took with him), but you learn so much and in such detail that it is completely worth it. His tests are very fair.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHYS112
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2022
Would take again

Tests are all conceptual without a calculator, so there is a bit of a learning curve, but they are not difficult if you read the assigned chapters in the book and do the homework. Dr. Slavsky wants to see his students succeed, so there is a curve on most exams and opportunity for extra credit on every exam. Lectures are clear and entertaining.

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
PHYS112
Grade: A
May 10, 2022
Would take again

It's clear that Dr. Slavsky is passionate about physics and wants his students to succeed. With that said, his lectures are a little dry. (I often chose not to attend because I wasn't gaining anything from them.) Despite this, I walked out with a relatively easy A. There are extra credit q's on exams, and he weights your best scores more heavily.

Lots of homework
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PHYS112
Grade: C
Oct 24, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Slavsky is a great person and professor; I highly recommend him for any class. I really struggled with physics but he helped me pass. The homework really let you reinforce the concepts he wanted you to learn and resembled the exam questions. Always available for questions.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
5.0
4.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 2, 2022
Would take again

A sweetheart. Wants his students to do well and is passionate. Review the homework, exam notes, and previous exams and you will do fine. HW tough but not impossible- go to office hours and you will be good. Do not cheat on the hw- he literally tells you not to. Do your best and put in the work he will appreciate it. Would reccomend

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 5, 2022

Wish I could give a 0 star

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 5, 2022

Absolute worst. Avoid

1.0
5.0
PHYS111K
Grade: C+
Nov 5, 2022

Avoid if possible

4.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 7, 2022

I am currently in this class this semester. His ratings have gone down astronomically since the beginning of the semester and I do not think that it's fair to him. He was very clear in the beginning of the semester that he makes the homeworks very difficult so that we can learn how to think like a physicist. (1/3)

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
4.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 7, 2022

It's hard but not impossible and he doesn't deserve the bad reviews. Speaking as a STEM student, I think the homeworks are insane, but college is supposed to be hard and the majors we are choosing are not supposed to be easy. This is what we signed up for; don't take your failing grade out on him because you got penalized for academic dishonesty.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: F
Nov 7, 2022

Horrible teacher. He will fail you if you use khan academy. DONT EVER TAKE HIM. Do your self a favor and save your gpa and choose a different professor.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 7, 2022

Never take him. He is terrible

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 7, 2022

Clearly does not care about his students if he outright fails half of his students without even talking to them first. If the majority of the students need to seek outside help on the homework clearly the professor needs to change his teaching style.

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 8, 2022

HE MAKES A STUDENTS LIFE HARDER.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: F
Nov 8, 2022

Physics sucks

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
GEOLOGY
Grade: A+
Nov 8, 2022

John 16:33. "In the world you will have tribulation

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
1.0
5.0
GEOLOGY
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2022

Isaiah 41:10 (NIV) "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. .

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
NTSC105
Grade: A-
Nov 8, 2022

Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable-- if there is any moral excellence and if there is anything praiseworthy-

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
GEOLOGY
Grade: A+
Nov 8, 2022

Corinthians 16:13 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. 14 Do everything in love.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
GEOLOGY
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2022

Son Goku, born Kakarot, is a male Saiyan and the main protagonist of the Dragon Ball metaseries created by Akira Toriyama.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
NTSC
Grade: B+
Nov 8, 2022

1.5 lbs Antelope or Venison Bottom Round 1 Medium Sized Onion 1 Red Bell Pepper 1 Tomato, chopped 3 medium sized Yukon Gold Potatoes 1/2 cup Dried Pitted Chopped Dates 3/4 cup Beef Stock **2 tbs. Rose Water (careful, a little goes a long way) 2 Tbs. Honey

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
NTSC
Grade: A+
Nov 8, 2022

They were not! Their memory serves as an example to us all! The courageous fallen! The anguished fallen! Their lives have meaning because we the living refuse to forget them! And as we ride to certain death, we trust our successors to do the same for us! Because my soldiers do not buckle or yield when faced with the cruelty of this world! My soldie

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2022

IT IS FUNNY SEEING U GROVEL BEFORE ME THIS THE BATTLE YOU STARTED THE WAR YOU STARTED!!!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
NTSC117
Grade: A+
Nov 8, 2022

Narrator-The fearsome battle with Kira and Slavsky continues. Kira has taken complete dominance and control of the war and is demoloshing Slavsky lett and right. Slavsky does not concede howver and is fighting back with the little strength he has left. Find out next time on RateMyProfressorWarZ

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: A+
Nov 8, 2022

PROFESSOR PROFESSOR PROFESSOR YOU DARE CHALLENGE ME!!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
NTSC
Grade: A+
Nov 8, 2022

YOU ARE A FOOL FOR CHALLENGING ME

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022

Does not deserve to be a Professor

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022

I see a therapist because of this Professor

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022

So unfair. Avoid if you can!

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022

RUN FROM THIS GUY!!!

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022

He has no feelings

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022

Worst

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022

Absolute disgrace of a Professor

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

And then you started to act all anime on me? Oh no... I'm so scared. Wait a minute. I seen you before! You're that dude on twitter, you know.... the one where his hair goes over his eyes and he pretends to be an anime character. Damn it, I'll give it to you when I find it later

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

Did you even pass exam 2? Let me be honest with you, I completely threw stuff around on that exam. I didn't understand anything, and I went with the last cohesive thought I got. You want to know what I got on it?

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

Speaking of crying, why are you even on here? Maybe you should complain to the deans or something. Hahahahahahhaah just kidding, you are just like me, right? A guy who hides behind his screen because he can't face the real world. That's okay buddy, I understand you

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

Don't worry, my little cheater. Let me give you a little help on what we learned today in class since your little brain probably can't think. So momentum is mass times velocity. Power is work divided by time. You got it? I think you can be able to do some of the problems without relying on others

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

Man, with the amount I typed, I can possibly make the next best-seller book. So, my little cheater, what do you think I should write about? Here's my idea: A guy takes phys 111 and gets caught cheating. He was so embarrassed by it that he decided to review bomb his professor. How's that plot sound?

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

Or how about this: A guy ends up finding this book called the "death note", the book allows him to kill anyone he wants by simply writing their name in it. He would have the identity known as "kira". But with the increase in murder in Japan, a man that goes by the alias "L" will try and stop Kira. Wait, what do you mean that's already an anime?

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

Alright my little cheater, it has been fun talking to you. Please, keep the schizophrenic episodes on hold. Also you got morning classes or something? Because I was clearly sleeping when you decided to celebrate by yourself. A little weird but hey, some people got some loose screws, you know?

5.0
3.0
PHYS111
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

these reviews are so unserious.. i would say though that his tests are not that bad. he posts his previous exams, and sometimes, they reflect what will be on the exam. you do have to put effort into this class (just like every other class) he is accessible during his office hours

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

disgrace of a professor

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

this man disgusts me. I dont know how he is a professor

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

FIRE HIM LOYOLA

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

Does not care about his students

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

David Slavsky ruined my life

1.0
5.0
NTSC
Nov 9, 2022

FIRE HIM

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

Worst professor ive ever had

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

FIRE HIM LOYOLA!!!! HE HAS OVER 200 poor reviews!!

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

He failed half of my class for using Khan Academy on HOMEWORK. Does not care that some students cannot afford Loyola let alone to re take this class. If half of the class was failed and is using outside sources hes clearly not a good professor!

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

FIRE THIS AWFUL PROFESSOR

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

FIRE HIM PLEASE! MAKE SURE HE NEVER CAN TEACH AGAIN

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 9, 2022

Doesn't explain anything. Fails you for going to outside internet sources for explanations. AVOID HIM!

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

Worst professor I have ever had

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

Awful

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 9, 2022

terrible man and of a professor his syllabus is contradictory failed the entire class

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
111
Grade: C-
Nov 9, 2022

Your wasting your time and energy by taking this guy waste of time

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: F
Nov 9, 2022

He is terrible do not take him whats so ever

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
NTSC117
Grade: B-
Nov 9, 2022

Don't take him deserves to be fired

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: F
Nov 9, 2022

this dude cant teach

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: D-
Nov 9, 2022

dont take him. SAVE YOUR GPA

Tough grader
5.0
1.0
NTSC
Grade: A-
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

I personally didn't think he was that bad

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 9, 2022

TOUGHEST GRADER and UNREASONABLE

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
111
Nov 9, 2022

khanacadamey = academic dishonesty

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022

don't be fooled by the 5 star reviews this dude is horrible

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Hello my little cheater, I see you are still going strong with the negative review bomb. Are you enjoying your time? I know I am. By the way, is it even possible to have a normal conversation? I would love to have some tea with you

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

But I mean it's fine if you don't want to. After all, your life seems to be nothing more than spamming negative reviews in some professor's page. You must hold such a strong grudge against him for no reason. Or perhaps you do have a reason which is you getting caught cheating.

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Don't worry your pretty little head. I'm just doing what I do best

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Hey buddy, have you done problem 6 of the homework #9 yet? I am a bit puzzled by it. If we were given the mass, coefficient of friction, and height difference, then how would we be able to find the velocity? perhaps you know a few connections from your cheating ring who can help me?

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Oh, I'm sorry my little cheater, I forgot we never formally introduced ourselves. Well, I believe you should introduce yourself first since you claim to be the king, god, or whatever you are nowadays. Come on now, no need to rush yourself

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Ohh right. Sorry again, I forgot you only talk in these wild outbursts and will only talk when slavsky is involved. Shame. I would really love to have a nice facetime with you. Just two dudes talking about physics

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

So did you really run out of things to say? I noticed all you been doing is "Fire this man" and blah blah blah. The same excuse over and over again. Doesn't it get tiring when one person writes the same thing over and over again? Are you suffering from.. what's it called? writer's block or whatever. You need a break?

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

At this rate, Slavsky is gonna need a new ratemyprofressor page. This is page is nothing but two dudes talking. One is mad he got caught cheating and the other dude is me. Funny ain't it? We can like make this into a show with enough funding

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Also my little cheater, you literally wrote almost 100+ negative reviews and you want him fired? Like I don't work for the loyola university, but you could just bring this up to the deans. What? You scared? Want me to hold your hand while you talk to whoever is in charge?

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Plus I'll be honest with you. I don't think anyone is gonna get fooled by 200+ negative reviews that contains only 1 sentence. I mean if you actually took the time to write out each review then perhaps you have a chance.

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Isn't today the day you choose classes, my little cheater? Have you chosen anyone yet? Better not slavsky again since you hold a dying grudge against him. Or perhaps you already dropped out of phys 111 because he caught you cheating. Be honest with me

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Y'know, you really should think about that offer I gave you before. With both of our powers toghether, we would be an unstoppable duo. Or what are you? more than one person? an amalgamation? A chimera? a homunculus? Oh! I get it, you're like one of those advance AI

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Rise! Rise! Rise! Rise! Where's your RAGE? Where's your ANGER? Have you seen that image? I find it to be quite funny. You know, I would give you memes if you tell me where you sit in the class. No? Alright, your choice.

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Alright, my little cheater, don't waste your entire youth on this. You are only looking desperate with the more negative reviews you put. We might as well make this our part time job. See you tomorrow at the same time? Well I bet I will cause you love to ride Slavsky for some reason. Weirdo

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

At the end of the day, you are just like me fr

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: A+
Nov 9, 2022

it is amusing u think that some of these pity reviews are from me, im not the only one writing them my reviews are more intrinsic and otherworldly and i see you want to team up is that a sign you are admitting defeat you puny human

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

No? Alright man. I am only saying it because you look quite pathetic. I mean thanks for the free info. All these hands making these reviews and let you are still struggling. I'm not saying I am better but... the score speaks for itself. :shrugs: But hey, my line is still free if you want to talk

3.0
3.0
NTSC
Nov 10, 2022

Whatever is going on here is very entertaining 9/10

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Avoid him if possible

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Worst professor ever

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Absolute disgrace of a professor.

1.0
5.0
NTSC105
Nov 10, 2022

Disgusting guy

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

He ruined my life

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Awful experience

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

I dropped out of school after he failed me for using Khan academy for my homework that I didnt understand and put on my academic record that I was a cheater.

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Worst teacher ever

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

RUN FROM DAVID!!! HE WILL RUIN YOU!!

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Shame on Loyola for allowing someone like him to "teach"

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

FIRE HIM!!!!!

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

I have never had such an awful experience with a "teacher" than I did with this guy......

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

He proudly failed half of my class for using Khan Academy for HOMEWORK.

5.0
3.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 10, 2022
Would take again

Fr, The homework is hard, but anything you need help on, Dr. Salvsky will help with in office hours and through email. The early submission comes in handy, and the time you put in for homework will save on time for tests, I personally put in a lot of time for homework, which means I never study for the tests, and got over an 100% on both exams.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Online Savvy
5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022
Would take again

Okay buddy. So let me get this straight. You didn't get punished but yet you're still here riding Slavsky? I mean I get it, it's 2022, we can't be too judgmental these days. Also, how exactly would you give me justice? Your little act of "justice" on slavsky isnt really working. Want me to help you out? I know a few connections(who aren't cheaters)

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

The fact that hes on here being petty with some kid from one his classes is BEYOND ME. Loyola please fire this "teacher"

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Just fire him already......

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022
Would take again

By the way my little cheater, are you really trying so hard to gaslight yourself into believing that I am slavsky? Like I enjoy the flattery, but I am just a regular college student. In fact, you should take me out to dinner the next time you give me a compliment on that scale. Hahahaha just kidding. Alright man, I'll see you later.

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Can not believe a catholic school hired someone like this guy

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 10, 2022

Do you get a notification every time you get a 1 star David?

5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Grade: A+
Nov 10, 2022
Would take again

Xbow 2.9 is one of the oldest, best, and most viable Xbow decks. The deck has a fast cycle and can be used after Electro Valley. The deck has a solid winrate and can win against everything if played correctly (the only exception is RG Cycle). It is said to be one of the highest skill cap decks in the game, but certainly a very friendly F2P deck.

Inspirational
Caring
Respected
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 10, 2022

A lot of bullshit reviews on this page from 1 person who got caught cheating. I dropped the class because no matter what I did, attending office hours, reading the book, getting tutored. I could never get above a 60% on the hw or the exams. He's smart, just unrealistic. Should say something that 1/2 the class couldn't do well if they didn't cheat.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
PHYS111
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2022
Would take again

Not sure what is going on with some of these reviews, but Slavsky is good. Recently there has been incidents with people cheating but you really don't need to cheat when he has office hours that guide you through the HW and more or less gives you the problem types that will be on the exam. Yes, the HW is tough but not impossible and it preps you

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
PHYS111
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2022
Would take again

For anyone actually registering and wanting to know if they should take this professor, do it. The review bombing are not accurate reviews and they were all posted by someone who was failed due to academic dishonesty.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 22, 2022

He wont help you outside of class and the homework takes hours. Try to get someone else for this class if you can.

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 22, 2022

Homework is impossible and he wont help outside of class. Avoid of you can.

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Nov 22, 2022

He failed me because I got help from Khan Academy with his homework. I tried to go in and explain ect work something and he completely shut me down. It says a lot about him that half his class doesn't know how to do the homework and had to go to outside class resources. Moral of the story this guy has no feelings and no heart.

2.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: F
Dec 20, 2022

He failed me during the middle of the semester, because I turned to online sources for help for homework. His hw is extremely hard and does not resemble the problems he does in class with his notes. He's a nice person, but not a good professor. The fact that he failed half the students in his class for hw says a lot. I would avoid taking him.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
PHYS111
Jan 10, 2023
Would take again

Nah. he failed you cause you cheated and helped other people cheat. Don't hate the player, hate the game.

4.0
4.0
PHYS112
Grade: B-
Jan 29, 2023
Would take again

Slavsky has high standards but isn't unreasonable. Approachable & helpful *if you ask*. Write on your homework where you got your equations (ex "ch 17 of textbook" or "week 1 lecture slides")--he doesn't consider that cheating. Physics II is a difficult subject, but Slavsky breaks down concepts. Highest exam score is given highest weight :)

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
4.0
3.0
PHYS112
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 11, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Slavsky may not seem approachable due to his mild manner, but he is always willing to help students, gives great feedback on hw to prepare you for how to solve problems that will appear again, and teaches material either directly from the book or just from his own set of problems. TONS of extra credit, generous grader on exams- recommend him!

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
PHYS112
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 27, 2023
Would take again

Class is graded on weekly homework and 3 exams and the final. He weighs the 3 exams based on how well you do (your highest score is worth the highest percentage). The homework is more difficult than exams but you can get help form him on homework. He is a genius but knows how to explain concepts and cares that everyone understands.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
PHYS112
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2023
Would take again

Take him if you really want to learn physics and learning is like an existential endeavor for you. Took 111 with him thinking it would be an easy A since it was algebra-based. Nope, but I walked out of 112 with a much greater admiration for physics and learning in general. Passionate. Monotonous voice but deadpan humor makes up for it. Hard HW. GG.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
PHYS112
Grade: A
May 4, 2023
Would take again

I had Professor Slavsky for two semesters (111 and 112). Phyics 111 was difficult as I had never taken physics before. His homeworks are difficult but he is accessible outside of class and it prepares you for exams. Weights them based on how well you do on each (highest grade weighted most). Literally smartest person I've met and is lowkey funny.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Caring
1.0
5.0
111
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Sep 11, 2023

This professor is one of the most unfair graders/professors I have ever had. He had a huge cheating issue because he makes his class so difficult for a 111 class. The homework load isn't bad but the way he grades is so unfair. I have a tutor and got all answers right but still failed me because I didn't estimate.. I gave the actual answer.DONTTAKE!

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 1, 2023
Would take again

I really like slavsky. He is very smart, understanding, empathetic and humble. Seems like he slayed a whole class for cheating last year, so his rate my professor suffered, but he is really good. He is a tough grader on the homework but a lot more generous on exams. I would recommend him for sure.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
PHYS111
Nov 8, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Slavsky is honestly one of the most engaging STEM professors I've had at Loyola, and he is very knowledgable of the material and able to articulate information to his students. The class isn't easy, or at least it wasn't for me, but Dr. Slavsky genuinely cares about his students and their grades. His rating on here is way too low in my opinion.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
PHYS101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 10, 2023

Weekly quizzes, 3 questions each, 5 points a question, and he rarely gives partial credit. So, one missed question and you failed the quiz. It's very difficult to come back from bad quizzes because there's so little opportunities for points. He's also pretty smug and can be petty.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2023

First off don't take him! There is weekly homework that will take you hours to do. The exams are all conceptual and very bizarre wording. Gives petty talks on how you should do better and that it's not that hard. Also makes the extra credit question (1) on exams about random things like his first dogs name, to which he never talked about. -_-

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
111
Nov 28, 2023

Unless you took physics, it is extremely difficult to keep up with his lectures. He is a caring professor, but his office hours and teaching style are rushed and hard to understand. He does not follow the textbook as much as he claims, and he creates his own homework and tests, so finding other practice resources similar to his is hard.

1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: C
Nov 30, 2023

Dr. Slavsky is a sweet person, but a tough teacher and grader. HW takes so long and very difficult, tests are even worse since he doesn't allow calculators. Not lenient at all with extensions and doesn't curve. Main point: homework is super hard and tests are basically impossible. His lectures are okay, but they don't prepare you for hw or tests

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 1, 2023
Would take again

The hardest part of this class was the homework. It was always very challenging and took hours to do, and is harder than the exams in my opinion. The exams are challenging as well but the questions are somewhat predictable. His curve is also generous. He's a nice guy and very knowledgeable, just really tough on homework grades...

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2023

Typical example of an ivy-league professor with an ego to match. Teaches an introductory physics course for students who have never taken physics at Loyola as if it was a Harvard class for physics majors. The homework is impossible, his lectures and the book do not help, and he is a hard grader. Says you just "have to get it". NEVER TAKE.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
PHYS101
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

Weekly quizzes (3 qs) based on questions from the text, no other assignments. Two tests (10 qs), one paper/project, and a cumulative final. He gives productive lectures and does an amazing job connecting concepts to real life. Attendance is not mandatory, but do not show up late for class or talk during lectures. Fabulous Teacher!!

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Respected
1.0
5.0
PHYS111
Dec 16, 2023

Worst professor I've had at Loyola. Has the most absurd expectations of knowledge for a 111 physics class. Aside from the difficult material, he has a narcissistic attitude and large ego. Wasted class time bragging. You should be smarter than us, you are supposed to be our teacher! Pick a better professor if you want to succeed in this course.

5.0
4.0
PHYS111
Grade: A+
Dec 22, 2023
Would take again

Starting off I really did love having Dr.Slavksy as my professor. He is a super caring and sweet person who really wants to help his students. His homeworks are difficult but if you meet with him in office hours we will help a ton! Exams can also be difficult but most of the questions are heavily emphasized during classes and discussions.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Caring
4.0
4.0
PHYS111
Grade: B
Nov 12, 2024
Would take again

Professor Slavsky runs a tough but engaging physics course. While the homework can be challenging, his lectures are informative, and he genuinely cares about student success. Unstuck AI proved helpful for reviewing concepts and practicing problems outside of class.

4.0
4.0
PHYS101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2024
Would take again

Professor Slavsky's passion for physics made class engaging; he was always eager to teach and happy to answer questions via email or during class. Weekly homework assignments got longer and more difficult as the semester went by. Grading was based on homework, exams, and a final paper. Exams were open note/internet, but he graded thoroughly.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PHYS101
Grade: A
Apr 10, 2025
Would take again

lectures were long and a little unengaging but he is seriously such a sweet guy and is clearly really passionate about physics, everything in the class is open note and open internet and he really just wants you to learn what you want to learn about. would take again!!!

1.0
4.0
PHYS101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2025

If you do not have a very solid foundation of physics and do not do well in a class with no example problems, do not take

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
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