4.7

Gerald Loy

Law - Binghamton University (SUNY)

4.7
Quality
1.4
Difficulty
89%
Would Retake
87
Reviews
4.7
Quality
1.4
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

89%

Would Retake

87

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Loy doesn't make the material harder than it really is

BLS111 - 5.0 rating

Only take him if you want to be VERY INTERESTED in a class

BLS111 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

21%

Textbook Required

73%

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Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
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A+ (7)
A- (1)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 23 reported grades
A: 15
A+: 7
A-: 1
Common Tags
Hilarious (7)
Amazing lectures (7)
Clear grading criteria (5)
Caring (4)
Gives good feedback (3)
Respected (3)
Inspirational (3)
Online Savvy (2)
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Reviews (87)
5.0
2.0
BLS111
Nov 7, 2003

Only take him if you want to be VERY INTERESTED in a class!! He is an awesome story teller and I never had such a funny professor. His tests are very fair and he'll go over anything with you at any time! Good man.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Nov 14, 2003

On the top of my "FUNNY PROFESSOR" list, just sad that he is not teaching BL&S 112, he turns a law class which the material is boring, dry and difficult for me, into something fun and enjoyable~ Definite take his class, is worth getting up 8:30

5.0
3.0
BLS111
Apr 2, 2004

An amazing teacher. Very funny, helpful and smart. Made me enjoy waking up so early. A great class

5.0
1.0
111
Apr 4, 2004

just amazing

5.0
2.0
BS111
Apr 26, 2004

No Comments

5.0
2.0
BLS111
May 9, 2004

AWESOME!!!! professor at Bing. He knows his material and presents it to the students so well that you just want to stay awake in his class and wake up to go to his class at 8:30am. He's funny and teaches well that if you pay attention, easy A!

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Jun 9, 2004

hillarious and easy

5.0
1.0
REALEST
Oct 16, 2004

Great guy, quality teacher.

5.0
2.0
BLS
Oct 18, 2004

He always uses interesting examples to illustrate law concepts. It makes law not so difficult to understand. I like his class so much! He's patient to students too. Good teacher!

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Nov 5, 2004

No Comments

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Nov 11, 2004

Take this class! It made staying awake in an 8:30 easy. Easy to understand, helpful, uses great examples in class, very reasonable tests, and a really nice guy. Best prof I've had here by far!

5.0
1.0
BLAW211
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2004

WOW this guy is like a stand up comedian for an 8:30 class....he's the best teacher in binghamton and his class is easy w/ no work whatsoever unless u consider a take home test bad ... loy is the best and the other blaw guy here makes u work ur butt off

5.0
2.0
BLS111
Jan 17, 2005

Professor Loy is the man. Study for the tests and the class is no problem at all.

5.0
1.0
LAW200
Jan 22, 2005

He is the best! He makes coming to class so enjoyable that three hours fly by and he leaves you wanting more. He's the only professor I have ever had that when he cancels class, you're disappointed. I wish I could have him for every class!

5.0
1.0
LAW
Feb 2, 2005

extreamely fun and exciting

5.0
2.0
ANYLAW
Feb 19, 2005

Very interesting, funny, and knowledgeable about various issues of law.

5.0
2.0
BLAW
Mar 8, 2005

OMG the BEST! So funny, so easy...a class I actually like plowing through the snow to attend. Just take good notes to study from and you'll be fine on tests.

5.0
2.0
BLS111
Apr 9, 2005

The man. Uses real life examples to relate to the subject matter. Best professor I have had in Bing so far.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
May 8, 2005

Awesome class, Textbook NOT required whatsoever. Tests are as fair as they can get. Got an A even while pledging the best fraternity on campus.

3.0
1.0
BUSINESSLAW
May 12, 2005

Got an A doing nothing. This guy doesn't care if you do anything. He just gives A's to everyone. He doesn't teach, just tells stories. But, you have to put up with his arrogance.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
May 25, 2005

The best teacher in SOM! Makes it worth waking up and going to class at 8:30am. No need to buy books!!! All straight from his notes!! Before test he tells you everything thats going to be on it!! I got an A. And all my friends in the class said they did also. Easy. great guy. Great stories! Very Very funny!! He should be a comedian!

4.0
1.0
BUSLAW
Jun 30, 2005

Took his summer class, got an A, obviously - everyone does. This guy is so easy. Class is a joke. Just go to class, listen to his stories (some law related) and laugh like crazy. He gives no work and does no work. He does not care what you do - easy, easy, easy A.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Jul 26, 2005

a very funny professor....makes the class so interesting. Just pay attention in the class,and u will be fine. no need to buy the textbook...highly recommended!!

5.0
2.0
BLS111
Aug 7, 2005

Loy is NOT an asian man. Class is very easy, although, he doesnt "give out A's" like others have said.

5.0
2.0
BLANDS
Nov 3, 2005

This is such a great class. It is intellectually stimulating, and you really get to learn new things about law. Loy is very responsive to questions, and gives the opposite of monotonous lectures. He tells stories and examples to hit the points home. Not to mention, he is one of the best dressed males on campus. Espeically his shoes.

5.0
1.0
BLS112
Nov 5, 2005

KNOWS HIS****, LEARN INTERESTING STUFF,TESTS AREN'T HARD JUST THOROUGH

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Dec 13, 2005

Loy is an amazing professor and an incredible person. Not to mention an easy grader. There's no need to buy the book or even study if you come to class. The material will just flow into you through some weird magical powers that he has. Oh yeah, and you will laugh so hard, fluids will come out of different body parts.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Dec 16, 2005

MOST INTERESTING 8:30 teacher in HISTORY. might be the NICEST SOM teacher possible. HUMBLE, so fucinnn amazin, makes an 8:30, 1 1/2hr class fly by. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE teach blaw 2, im begggin u too, PLEASE PLEASE teach blaw 2

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Jan 20, 2006

Best professor i've EVER had! So interesting, and makes class fun. you actually learn, and understand everything! Makes you wanna be a lawyer! Go to class, & take good notes, you'll get an A! :)

5.0
2.0
BLS111
Mar 24, 2006

I took this class at 8:30 and I never fell asleep. If you have the chance to take his class please do. He makes law, a pretty dry subject interesting.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Nov 8, 2006

Take Loy, whatever you do. He is an awesome teacher. Extremely helpful and extremely easy. Hands out A's like candy. Need to go to class and do NOT buy the book. Test consist of in-class essays and take home exams. Love him!

4.0
4.0
BLS111
Nov 9, 2006

hes alrite

5.0
2.0
BUS111
Nov 17, 2006

fabulous

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Dec 4, 2006

Awesome teacher. Don't buy the $150 textbook... it's a waste! Tests are easy and are usually take home. He makes understanding law concepts a lot easier with hypos and real life examples. Take Loy for BLS 111; forget the other teachers. If his class is full, petition it or wait until next semester.

4.0
2.0
BLS111
Dec 20, 2006

All right, I'll admit one thing, this class is pretty much a joke. I thought Prof. Loy was very cocky and arrogant, I did not like his teaching style and I didn't like how he interacted with his students. All though his class was easy, there's all ways a trade off. I think that's all right....I wouldn't go as far as saying that he's awesome.

2.0
1.0
BLS111
Jan 12, 2007

They're right, don't buy the book because you will never open it. The class is a joke, no work & easy grade so we are lucky for that, but come on - Loy is not a BU caliber prof. I can't believe the admin will seriously keep him around long. They have the schools rep to protect. They need a serious academic and prof. teaching this class.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Jan 22, 2007

He was great and the class was the easiest ever!!!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Oct 11, 2007

This clss was really good. It was easy and you hardly have to do any work but you actually end up learning alot too! He made what can be a dry subject very interesting, had no problem concentrating during every class and i had it at 8:30

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Oct 29, 2007

How can you say Loy is not a Binghamton caliber prof? Are you kidding me? Is it because unlike the rest of the professors he actually cares about his students and teaches the material in a clear and thought-provoking manner. Loy doesn't make the material harder than it really is. Take this class. You will learn a lot and do well if you want to.

3.0
1.0
BUSLAW
Nov 7, 2007

He is funny and gets the information to you in a funny and entertaining way. Is he BU material? I agree with the prior post. I can see him at BCC where he is from, but BU? What are his pubications, books, articles, conference presentations, consulting, PhD, etc.? He does not measure up to the qualifications for hire at a top rated university.

4.0
1.0
BLS111
Dec 11, 2007

Soo easy and he's a great teacher

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Dec 17, 2007

Gerald Loy is so knowledgeable, confident, and able to connect with students that he puts the computer screen on its head immediately after entering class. Brings B-Law to life with his funny hypos, explains things lively and incredibly well, tests mostly take-home. I can't imagine taking this class with any other teacher. Just take good notes.

4.0
1.0
BLS111
Jan 16, 2008

Great teacher!!!!!! Take this class earlier than later.

4.0
1.0
BLS111
May 18, 2008

DO NOT buy textbook-trust me. Rediculously easy. Don't have to go to class-don't really have to do anyway. First test was half take home--2nd and 3rd were entirely take home. Easy grader. Really nice guy. If in SOM, only take BLaw with him..dont let anyone confince you otherwise and don't worry about it being early cause u dont have to go anyway

5.0
1.0
BUS118
Jun 17, 2008

Professor Loy is an outstanding educator. His teaching methods are a bit unorthodox but extremely effective.

5.0
2.0
BLS111
Oct 28, 2008

Best teacher in SOM, Actually learned bls and enjoyed it...

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Dec 15, 2008

Loy's class is amazing, He teaches you law the way it is taught in Law school. If you got to class you are pretty much going to get a A or A-. Their is no book, so go to class! Best professor in SOM!!

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Apr 1, 2009

BEST TEACHER EVER!

5.0
1.0
BLAW111
Jan 24, 2010

Mr. Loy is an amazing professor! I could not recommend him more! Very easy, but the information you retain (I had him 3 years ago) is incredible! Also, very understanding and just a nice guy. I still see him on campus and he asks me how I am. A great educator!

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Jan 16, 2011

Without a doubt the best teacher i have ever had. Do not take BLS with anyone else. SO energetic so helpful, really loves teaching. Class is interesting and easy if you take good notes. Easy A.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
May 12, 2011

Take Loy for B-law!!Greatest class ever!!!

5.0
1.0
BLS111
May 1, 2012

Funny, energetic, clear and helpful. Attendance is suggested but not mandatory. Going once a week is fine. One of the best professors. Makes everything interesting and easy. Doesn't use the book at all, teaches everything himself. Book is nice for looking up material if you skip class. Students decide most test format. Half in class, half take home

5.0
1.0
BLS111
May 18, 2012

class is easy because he makes it easy with his incredible teaching style. I have never learned so much in a semester from a single professor. don't buy the book, just show up to class and absorb the info. there are 3 tests and some minor assignments, that's it. best prof at bing, i guarantee it.

5.0
2.0
BLS111
May 2, 2013

Any professor that can make you laugh hysterically at 8:30 in the morning is a great professor if you ask me. Most of the tests are open notes or take home. You will be really amazed with how much information you retain and how well you know the material. LOVE HIM<3

4.0
1.0
BLS111
May 6, 2013

I love Loy! You don't need a textbook, and there is rarely homework. We had 1 in-class and 2 take-home tests. Even if you get a bad grade on a test, go to office hours and he will let you redo that section and get a better grade. Because you don't use a book, go to class and listen. He is hilarious! I hardly ever missed his class and it was at 8:30

5.0
1.0
LAW110
May 8, 2013

looooooooove him amazing teacher

5.0
2.0
BLS111
Nov 15, 2013

Impressions, sarcasm, and just plain good old humor... all packed in this awesome professor who manages to make "fun" and "business law" belong in the same sentence. Don't take a summer course for BLS. Take this guy, and you'll come out with a great grade as well.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Dec 26, 2013

The easiest class you will take at SoM. Do not take another professor!

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2014

Only take BLS with Loy; you pretty much never have to do any work outside of class while the other classes are complaining. we had one very simple assignment ever. He takes attendance (sign-ins)but I suspect he doesn't actually use it to grade.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Mar 31, 2014

This guy is hilarious!!!BEST professor in SOM!!!Highly recommended.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
May 9, 2014

Awesome professor! Take him

5.0
1.0
BLS111
May 22, 2014

I will miss Professor Loy so much!!! His class was so interesting and entertaining. I learned so much, and enjoyed his class at the same time. Highly recommended! One of the best professors in SOM. =)

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Nov 6, 2014

Fantastic teacher, made business law very interesting, wait to take it with him. He was worth getting up for at 8:30. Tests are open notes & take home

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2015

Taking this class with loy was the best decision of my life, he's a funny and caring man who turns a dry topic into an hour of laughs and good times. Some times got carried away with jokes and took too long to get back to the topic at hand, but that's hardly a negative. Don't need the textbook just make sure you go to class and you'll get an A.

5.0
2.0
BLAW1
May 6, 2015

THE BEST PROFESSOR AT BINGHAMTON. The only class i looked forward to because Loy is hilarious. he makes learning law fun and teaches it in a way that you'll understand. He is so dam funny and cool. concentrates on actually teaching you the material so you actually learn rather than focusing on testing. take hi if you can, you'll have a great time

5.0
2.0
BLAW1
Oct 30, 2015

The funniest Professor at Binghamton. he will have u laughing so hard. take him any chance you get. you will enjoy the class and learn a lot from it

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A+
May 17, 2016

Best teacher! A law class couldn't be better! He is so funny and his grades are very generous.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
May 23, 2016

Professor Loy is probably the best professor you'll have. Do not take business law with any other professor. He is hilarious and his class is not difficult. Just show up, take notes, and you should do fine.

5.0
2.0
BUS120
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

Professor Loy is the best! I took his class online and in person. He gives lessons from the book but his classes do not require much reading. His lessons are taught at a pace that works for the class. Whatever you learn in class is what you will use to write papers and take tests. Take good notes! They are important for the tests and papers.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
BLS111
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

He's an amazing professor. He makes a topic that is extremely boring into something awesome... and he's hilarious. Could easily take up stand-up comedy. TAKE HIS CLASS FOR BUSINESS LAW!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
BLAW111
Grade: A
May 10, 2017
Would take again

Loy is the man. If you take any other teacher for BLS111 you are stupid. This is the lightest workload i have ever had for a class, and I still learned more than I do in most classes for the few classes I chose to attend. Automatic A, great lecturer. Such a interesting, worthwhile class.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2017
Would take again

I can't imagine a class easier than BLS 111 with Loy. Easy A if you go to lecture and somewhat pay attention. The tests are all open notebook, and two of them are take-home. He also goes over a lot of examples in the weeks leading up to an exam, which are really helpful. Definitely get into this class if you can!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
Oct 31, 2017
Would take again

Loy is the BOMB. BEST prof ever!! He's hilarious, he tells all those funny stories. I actually look forward to going to his class ,even tho it's 9:40 in the morning. Man, I wish he offer more classes. I would take him in a heartbeat

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2017
Would take again

loy is a very charismatic and fair teacher. he knows the material very well and executes it flawlessly. easy A if u take decent notes. its good to show up but not necesary

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
BUS118
Grade: A+
Mar 27, 2018
Would take again

THE STATS ABOVE DONT LIE!! Part 1 of tests are in class and OPEN NOTE. And part 2 is a TAKE HOME. EASY CLASS. Lectures are very important to pay attention in. But don't worry he will make it fun for ya!!!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
BLS111
Grade: A-
Apr 25, 2018
Would take again

Professor Loy's lecture is very straightforward. There are three exams and one of them is take home. All exams are open note. Go to his class and take proper note. I am not a native student therefore it is little challenging for me. Understanding how to apply the law on the hypo is important.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BLS111
Grade: A
May 12, 2018
Would take again

Quite simply, Loy is the best. He makes incredibly boring material hilarious, and his tests are all open note. He's also a super cool guy and is easy to talk to. Definitely watch for openings and try to take Business Law with him.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
BLS111
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2018
Would take again

Legitimately the best professor I've ever had in my entire life. He loves to teach, he is hilarious, and extremely smart. He's an amazing professor. It was a pleasure getting to learn from him.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A+
Jul 5, 2018
Would take again

I cannot stress how this man is such a GEM!!! Granted though I took this class online in the summer, but we were graded on 3 things. Homeworks, discussions, and one paper. He offered extra credit too as an optional paper. Take this guy he is a blessing. Lot of writing but still easy A

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
BLS111
Grade: A
May 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Don't take him if the class is not in person. I took this class online and Professor Loy didn't post a single lecture the class was entirely self taught from the text book. I typed over 100 pages of homework for this class and it's only 3 credits. I could never recommend taking him for BLS111 -- can't speak for his in person lectures.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
So many papers
1.0
4.0
BLS111
May 31, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I took this online, and it was ridiculous. I paid for a class to read a textbook and answer questions. He was not helpful, there were no lectures just answering questions in a textbook that took so long.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A+
Nov 11, 2022
Would take again

Super easy course, took it online and all work was due at the end of the semester. Not a terrible amount of work each module had an assignment, and discussion. There is one 10-page paper due toward the end of the semester, but other than that super easy A. Would def take again, and take this prof again

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2022
Would take again

Easily the best professor I have ever had. I thought the course was extremely interesting as well. The entire class was just made up of assignments that we had the whole semester to do. I finished everything by early November and was able to just focus on my other classes. I loved the class and honestly everyone should take this class if possible.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
1.0
111
Grade: A+
May 3, 2023
Would take again

Very easy class with simple coursework. Fair amount of writing required, but it's nothing too difficult. Prof provides many ways to contact to him outside of class, but I found it unnecessary given the simplicity of the work. To emphasize, there are no exams and no lectures or discussions whatsoever. Could not recommend enough.

EXTRA CREDIT
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
May 17, 2023
Would take again

graded only on modules from the textbook, a few discussions, and a research paper. get them done early and you will be fine.

5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2023
Would take again

I took his online class this semester and he was very easy to get a hold of. I had just taken another class which was notoriously hard to get in contact with and whenever I would try with Professor Loy he would respond almost immediately, Good grader a good professor, and a good person who makes time for students. Hope to take him again.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BLS111
Grade: A
May 14, 2024
Would take again

Grade is based on a few discussions, chapter assignments, and a final research paper. I only started working on the coursework a month before the end of the semester, and I managed to finish everything within 2 weeks. I ended up getting 100s on every assignment and I got each grade back the following day, highly recommend taking the online class!

Online Savvy
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

21%

Textbook Required

73%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 23 grades
Most common grades:
A (15)
A+ (7)
A- (1)
Grade Distribution
A(22)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 23 reported grades
A: 15
A+: 7
A-: 1
Common Tags
Hilarious (7)
Amazing lectures (7)
Clear grading criteria (5)
Caring (4)
Gives good feedback (3)
Respected (3)
Inspirational (3)
Online Savvy (2)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.11 avg change
May
Nov
Dec
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May
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

111

5.0

(2)

BS111

5.0

(1)

REALEST

5.0

(1)

BLS

5.0

(1)

BLAW211

5.0

(1)
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2.0

BLS

2.0

ANYLAW

2.0

BLAW

2.0

BLANDS

2.0

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