He's a WONDERFUL professor!! He may not give bird courses, but he's EXTREMELY INTERESTING and cool as hell. His exams are straightforward, and he doesn't take attendence. He's more than willing to help his students. I definitely learned a lot!

just go from the notes, not the textbook and u will do fine. pay attention to what he says and u got an a. hes pretty crazy and doesnt own a tv, thats pretty much all i remember

I would say that he is nice professor. He teaches clear and streightforward. Notes are really helpfull and usually final exam is easier than the midterm. Talk to him and he'll help u. U'll get a knowledge and at least "B" for sure!:)

hes a real cool guy, his tests are hard, make sure you pay attention to lectures and keep up with the readings...if your looking for an easy A dont take him, and dont expect any type of review b4 tests

He is the best teacher ever. All you have to do is go class,keep up with your reading and show him that you are interested in the class.He is one of the best teachers at SJU.

He is a good and very knowledgable professor, but his tests are very difficult.

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tests are hard but he's a great teacher. study the notes, ask questions and u'll be okay.

Absolutely a great teacher and brilliant in the economics subject. Additionally, he's an SJU alum. He covers a lot of material but makes it interesting and you end up learning the material very thoroughly. I wouldn't change a thing.

I was riding on the bus trying to study when I heard his ranting and raving. I'm impressed that he actually cares about SJU. Finally, a prof with brains, heart and a cute moptop.

Took him for macro and hist of eco thought. He's an awesome professor. Tests are fair.

Took him twice, that says something. Good teacher, very helpful if you ask. Pay attention and take good notes and you will get an A.

very knowledgeable proffessor and Kind....best econ professor at SJU...not the easiest....MUST attend EVERY Class....maybe not every but defintely go. he can answer just about any question in micro or his of econ thought. good guy

very knowledgable guy.....knows it all and loves to teach. ask him anything but must attend class....

MY ALLTIME FAVORITE TEACHER EVER!! He makes class extremely interesting and although his tests aren't easy they are very fair if you study and do the work. Genuinely cool guy. If you see him, take him!!

Excellent Professor! He is extraordinarily knowledgeable. As a student in his class, you will be taught interesting lectures and your already existing Economics knowledge base will be expanded. Dr. Mongiovi's exams are slightly challenging but his lectures are clear and he is very thorough.

HANDS DOWN THE BEST PROFESSOR AT SJU!! He really makes a boring subject really interesting and gets the entire class involved. Although his tests are a little challenging, he is more than willing to offer extra help and is a fair grader. Take him if you actually don't mind learning something

wow! we hardly get to read so many positive comments about a single prof. so tht def. talks so much about him. He is an excellent prof. who really teaches u and wants u to learn. as far as tests go, u shud b taking notes and if u go thru them b4 the test u will be fine....trust me if u care about studying and if u think u deserve,then u will get A

This professor is great, his lectures are very interesting and he offers extra help after class. Definitely one of the best ECO teachers in SJU!!! His tests are a bit challenging, but he is a very fair grader.

That is what a professor is supposed to be. He made a hard topic like Economics extremely clear. He speaks understandable and grammatically correct English, something that is rare nowadays. I definitely recommend him if you want to understand basic Economics.

He is a good teacher...he jus doesnt go over everything in class so u have 2 read the text...he gives good notes...study hard and ull do fine...and hes very easy goingg & down to earth..

Goes into great detail for a tough subject like Economics History and also he's a nice guy. No HW with the exception of an article summary at the beginning of the semester but you still have to read a lot. Many of material on the tests are taken from notes (with some pulled from the textbook as well).

One of my favorite professors and the perfect one for teaching economics. He makes Micro and Macro economics crystal clear and his tests clearly reflect whether or not you came to class and did the homework. Very liberal professor too and totally non-corporate. He doesn't give projects so just be ready for the tests.

He does make topics harder than they need to be. His tests are long and can be hard as well, because he tests you on things you don't think are important. I got a B on the midterm only because I used Google/the textbook

Very hard grader on tests. 3 total including midterm & final. He's very clear but gets frustrated if you don't understand after he explains. Textbook not mandatory if you attend every class

Very difficult tests. Not a lot of homework. Attendance isn't really mandatory and class is sometimes boring but definitely go it's the best way to make sure you know everything. Overall I'd recommend him but his class does take some work.

Dr. Mongiovi…what to say. He's a nice guy and tries to make things as clear as possible, though his exams are very difficult. The class was continuously doing bad on his exams (class avg = 50's-60's). However, he gives a somewhat decent curve on them. The drawback is he has a big D-range (50-64), so you need 70+ on his exams to get a decent grade.

Textbook not necessary BUT i would recommend coming to every class and taking notes. If you're not a good notetaker DON'T TAKE HIM. He lectures for the entire class and tests are only from lecture. No homework and 3 tests for the semester. The entire grade is from tests so study!

You need to go to every class! He lectures the entire time and is very enthusiastic about the subject. He gives two test and a final. If you pay attention and study you should do good.

Deff my fav econ professor. He's very good at teaching and explaining topics clearly. He makes understanding a hard topic easier. The class had 2 exams, a Final, and few homeworks. The exams can be a little hard but if you take notes you'll be fine. I suggest to learn all the graphs and formulas really well. Overall if you love economics take him.

Class may be dull but pay attention when he writes equations and when he goes over homework problems. There are only 3 tests that make up your grade so study hard but you can pass.

Professor Mongiovi definitely knows what he is talking about when it comes to economics. If you are unclear about something he will definitely give you a decent explanation on it. Classes are long and somewhat boring, only 2 tests and a final, and some homework, but it does help you out. I would probably take him again.

He's very knowledgeable on economics and pretty passionate about it. Class can get a little dull and you definitely need to take notes to pass the tests. You don't really need the book so much. I would recommend him for sure. 2 tests (midterm and final -- all essay questions) and some homework.

He's very knowledgeable. He's not the usual professor that only talks about what the curriculum tells you to teach, he puts in ideas that are outside the box and puts a very different perspective on economics. He is somewhat a tough grader but the does offer extra points on the test. I recommend going to every class and taking notes it will help.

Lectures are long and boring. You have to take notes from the power points and also get a note book to draw the charts. Great professor though, he will help you if you don't understand something, and he's there for you during office hours. definitely not an easy A.

I think he's a good macro teacher. Got a 68 on the first test then an 83 on the next. He cares about improvement and understanding of things. He doesn't curse that much and is always available to help from office hours and email. Very smart man and is clear on whats on the test. only 3 tests so you have to study. gives some hw. not impossible

3 tests based on class notes and homeworks. Lectures were boring but you should show up and take notes. Overall he is a nice professor and is willing to help if you ask.

Ok Dr. Gary is perhaps the only professor that I meet at St. Johns who actually loves what he teaches. He will answer every single question thoroughly until you understand it. Lectures were long but full of information. He motivates you to think beyond measures. He is your man if you really want to learn. Overall, totally recommended!

Mongiovi is one of the best professors at SJU. His class structure and PPTs are very well organized and he knows what he is talking about. Show up to class pay attention and you are guaranteed an A.

Just amazing I would highly recommend! Actually loves what he is teaching and is very on top of it. Homework assignments to help prepare you for tests, no surprises, fair grading, and you will actually learn so much and improve your way of thinking. Can feel like a lot of material but totally manageable. Take him!

Professor Mongiovi is one of the best professors in SJU!! I am so happy I took him this semester, he makes everything so clear, his homework prepare you really well for the exams. Would love to take him again!

Prof. Mongiovi's lectures can be boring because he provides a lot of historical background but this helped me gain a better understanding of the material. When it comes to teaching the actual material, he does an ok job. For the homeworks and test review, I always got tutoring don't bother with the book. Your grade is based on 2 exams & the final.

Absolutely love Professor Mongiovi! Wish I could take him again

Mongiovi is the best for Macro, he really knows his stuff. He cares about participation but you can get an A by doing well just on your tests. Sends hw sometimes to help you get used to calculation methods. Willing to help people out in office hours. Recommends getting a textbook but its not a must. Prepare well for the tests and youll be good.

Gary is honestly great. I do the bare minimum (read ppts, do the hws, study a little) and I got an A when I took him freshman year and I have an A as im taking him now. Ask some questions sometimes so he knows your name. Take some notes sometimes. Quizlet definitely helps. Don't buy the book. He rants sometimes so I just watch tv on my cpu.

Mongiovi may seem a little intimidating at first but very helpful. I started the class off with a 53 on my first exam but after going to tutoring and talking to him, my grades went up to high 80s on the tests. He adjusts your final grade if he see's you working hard and improving. He doesn't give extra credit. overall, great experience. Take him!

I have actually already rated this professor, however I am coming back to state that he really drilled the info into our heads. Some eco profs are way easier but Gary actually made me learn and it has made my future classes so easy. Take him

Soo i was skeptical about taking this class but it was not as difficult as I thought. He really cares about his students if you just go to class and pay attention and ask questions hell see that you actually want to learn. Only counts the midterm and finals but if you do the HW its show that you are trying and would bring your grade up.

He is not as bad as everyone here makes him out to be. Yes, you have to pay attention, take notes, and put effort into the class. If you are looking for an easy A, this is not the class for you. But, it is also not the hardest class there is. Make sure you ask questions and go to his office hours. He wants you to ask him if you are having trouble!!

A great choice. Optional homework and quizzes which can boost your participation grade. Fair 2 midterms and 1 final exam.

Just show up, do the HW & Assignments, and you'll do fine. If you just study the PPT slides and the HW questions, you'll do fine on the test. Just do the work

Solid choice overall. If you have even a decent work ethic and take some time to look at the slides, you will do good. He has 3 tests all of which are STRONGLY based off the power point. He also curves heavy since a lot of people don't study for the test.

Professor Mongiovi is the best professor I've had at this school. If you genuinely care about economics, you will love his class. The work can be challenging but not impossible.

Some of these comments really show who knows how to study and who doesn't. I've had this guy twice now. Tests are basically PowerPoint. Didn't pay attention throughout the semester studied two days before the test, and got an easy A. Easy class if you put in the work. He is very opinionated though, but that doesn't matter IMO

When I took a course taught by Professor Mongiovi at NSSR, he was fun and engaging to listen to. He set aside lots of time outside class to discuss any questions I had. All around, he is a polite and caring person with a clear desire to help students succeed. Would highly recommend.

Well if you're a first year I just took him. it was kinda hard and he's very vague when he answers questions. However I learned more and more overtime and improved in the class so It wasn't that bad towards the end, but definitely rough the first month or two. If you participate and show improvement he might even bump your grade up he did for me.

Gary Mongiovi is a dedicated, passionate professor and brings a unique perspective to the topics he teaches. He teaches and has a clear passion for subjects of Marxian economics and other classes like Macroeconomic theory as well as first year classes. Exams are fair but not easy.