4.8

Jason Rose

Political Science - Stony Brook University (SUNY)

4.8
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
94%
Would Retake
160
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4.8
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.8
Clarity

94%

Would Retake

160

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What Students Say

his lectures were great

POL102 - 5.0 rating

Otherwise he was outstanding and I really enjoyed taking his class

POL103 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

40%

Textbook Required

41%

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A+: 7
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101

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Reviews (158)
5.0
1.0
POL101
Oct 27, 2011

Awesome! Seriously! This is the best class I've had at Stony so far. Lectures are not to be missed and plenty of extra-credit and the tests are easy. Prof Rose is amazing! Love this class!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Nov 10, 2011

seriously if u are a pol science mayor this is the guy you need to take. He is very very knowledgeable in the subject and a GREAT person to talk to outside class. personal favorite. keeps class so interesting that even if your not a pol science mayor u don't want to miss this class.

5.0
1.0
POL101
Nov 18, 2011

Easy A the exams are so easy I took this for a DEC F as a science Major and I got an A. Great Person too. I don't think anyone got below a B in the class.

5.0
1.0
POL101
Nov 30, 2011

THE BEST! I took this class as a DEC F (I'm a science major), but he is so enthusiastic and knowledgable about his subject that he transfered his enthusiasm to me and I'm now minoring in Political Science. Attendance is not mandatory but recommended because he gives quizes... TAKE HIM!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Dec 10, 2011

Best professor evah! I changed my major to PoliSci because of him!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Dec 24, 2011

He is extremely funny and nice, not to mention that he is a great lecturer. His power points are very straightforward and you don't need to buy the textbook. All of the test & quiz questions come from the power points. He gives pop quizes, so you should go to class. But he also gives a lot of extra credit in case you miss any. Awesome guy!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Jan 15, 2012

the man hands down!!!!the best professor that i have ever had. just pay attention to the lectures and go to class for pop quizzes. If you don't get an A in this class there is something wrong with you.

5.0
1.0
POL102
Jan 22, 2012

just finished winter session with prof Rose. it wuz the best class he is genius.so funny and interesting and pasionate. wish every prof wuz like him .wish ida taken him for another class

5.0
1.0
POL102
Jan 24, 2012

Fantastic teacher. Very knowledgable & enthusiastic. His tests come straight from the power points. He gives enough extra credit to not mess up, however he makes the class is so simple extra credit is unnecessary. Great teacher. I wish all my professors were like him. the final is all 3 midterms exact form. TAKE THIS PROFESSOR !! :)

5.0
1.0
POL101
Jan 26, 2012

Amazing guy! He really knows what he's talking about. He makes it extremely easy to do well in his class

5.0
1.0
POL101
Apr 10, 2012

HONESTLY DOESNT GET ANY EASIER THAN THIS GUY. This guy truly knows how to make a DEC class. POL 101 with this man is a breeze. Very knowledgeable, interesting, and tests are easy. Your lucky to have him.

5.0
1.0
POL101
Apr 16, 2012

If you need a DEC F, THIS CLASS IS HEAVEN. ITS TOO GOOD. DO NOT PASS UP POL101 WITH THIS GUY. ITS EVERYTHING A DEC SHOULD BE. TOOOOOOOOO GOOOOOOOOOOOODDDDD.

5.0
1.0
POL101
May 5, 2012

My best class in college. Prof. Rose made even the hard stuff easy. explains things really well and cracks alot of jokes... this class is so relaxed but really really interesting and easy. loved this class

5.0
1.0
POL101
May 10, 2012

the test questions are directly from the powerpoints. If you study even a little you will get an A. the final is made up of the test and quiz qeustions. Could not be easier. class is E-Z and the prof made it funny and very interesting. the BEST dec!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Jul 30, 2012

Prof. Rose is Fantastic. Well spoken, great energy, funny, engaging, I cannot say enough positive things about this man and his teaching style. Oh, and his tests are super easy as well.

5.0
1.0
POL101
Aug 4, 2012

Took this class over summer. my best experience in college. Not only is the professor great, he bought us all pizza for showing up to a movie he gave us extra credit for. AND he took our class on a tour of the UN AND we all had lunch with the Iranian ambssador. he has crazy connections.he also helped some students get interships. the BEST!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Nov 9, 2012

Really enthusiastic about the course. Very knowledgable and a great story teller. If you pay attention you can actually learn a lot and leave with something to impress folks during a dinner discussion of politics. the exams are directly from the power points. The class is a gift. You will receive an A no doubt--read slides and attend to takequizzes

5.0
2.0
POL102
Dec 2, 2012

Love this man. This class was super fun, and this is coming from a person who hates Social Studies. He is so helpful! The class is rather easy. Show up. Read the notes. Do the extra credit.(SO MUCH EXTRA CREDIT!). You'll do fine (fine meaning an A) in the class.

5.0
1.0
POL101
Dec 8, 2012

This class was great. Prof digresses into stories about Jefferson and hamiton and Lincoln all the time. It makes him go off the syllabus... my one complaint about the class. but it I learned so much. He shows alot of videos too which is good. Use the powerpoints as notes and you will get an A :P

5.0
1.0
POL102
Dec 27, 2012

He's really interesting and passionate about what he is teaching. Being in his class is enjoyable and it's really easy if you are willing to put a little effort into this class. Gives lots of extra credits

1.0
3.0
POL102
Dec 29, 2012

This class is boring. i don't recommend this class. not an easy A class.

5.0
1.0
POL102
Jan 5, 2013

Easy A. You get all the questions for the final exam from the midterms. If you can't get an A in this class then you don't belong in college. Some of the material is boring even though he tries to keep it high energy and fun. But I learned a ton

5.0
1.0
POL102
Mar 13, 2013

Easily the best professor I've ever had. All the tests are so easy, and he gives short 5 question quizzes which are taken directly from the midterms. He is helpful with problems if you make an effort to talk with him, and he puts all of the lecture notes online. Such a personable and funny professor too.

5.0
1.0
POL102
Apr 12, 2013

He is the best! Not kidding. The best. He is funny sometimes and really make students laugh. Super easy. Couldn't be easier. Btw, he is so hot!!!!! To me.

5.0
1.0
POL102
Jun 5, 2013

The best professor you can ever take at Stony Brook. Easy A if you read the lecture notes once. He makes the class extremely interesting. Take the class with him if you can. You dont need the textbook!

5.0
1.0
POL102
Jun 8, 2013

Definitely easy A class! Prof. Rose is the best instructor at Stony Brook. Take him for POL 102.

5.0
4.0
POL313
Jun 18, 2013

This class was phenomenal! He's a tough grader on the papers, which are the "tests" but he really helps you improve your writing for the research paper. We did case studies of wars and the way he lectures and goes so deep into the psychology of the leaders was completely fascinating. I felt so smart after this course!

5.0
1.0
INT401
Jul 7, 2013

Awesome professor!! Really enthusiastic and nice. If you just put in the minimum effort, you will DEFINITELY get an A. If you want an A and want to learn about REAL stuff and become a more informed, well articulate person, take this class with Rose. Like I said, do the work, you will DEFINITELY get the A. Trust me. Easiest class I took at SBU.

5.0
3.0
POL313
Aug 25, 2013

THE BEST! Every class felt like a CIA briefing. He is brilliant I wish I took his intro classes but I graduated already. He was my best prof and best class at SB

5.0
1.0
POL102101
Grade: A
Oct 28, 2013

Class is extremely easy. Notes are put online and the tests come straight from the powerpoints. Quizzes are given at the end of each power point but they are easy. The final is a joke. Take this teacher if you can. BEST TEACHER EVER. Made me a political science major.

5.0
1.0
POL103
Nov 15, 2013

In my academic career he has been one of my favorite and most respected professors. He doesn't try to trick or confuse his students and he is a very fair grader. He designs the class so that his students will get an A and he's amazing at getting great internships for his students. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

5.0
1.0
POL103
Nov 21, 2013

If you want an easy A take him. If you want to be challenged and learn a ton of information don't take him. His lectures are crystal clear and power points are the exam. If you can't pass him exams, I don't know what to tell you. He is caring about his students always concerned if he is going too fast, etc.

5.0
1.0
POL103
Grade: C+
Nov 28, 2013

I LOVED LOVED this class! Prof Rose is a great lecturer! I learned so much more than I thought I would. The tests are right off the power point slides. He doesn't try to fool you or trick you. Very straight forward. LOVED the lectures. Really interesting and makes the class EASY! You CAN'T go wrong

2.0
2.0
POL103
Dec 7, 2013

he's really nice but goes way off topic. we were supposed to cover almost ten countries, got to 3. rambles on and on. tests are easy, he posts slides online and tests are word for word the slides. quizzes too. and quiz questions are verbatim on the test. easy class but he doesn't have his sh#t together at all. doesnt answer emails either

5.0
1.0
POL103
Dec 9, 2013

If you don't like Prof. Rose's class then you're not a poli sci major or you don't enjoy learning. He is THE BEST!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Dec 11, 2013

101 was my 3rd class with professor Rose. It was too short. wish this class wouldn't end. always a great class with professor rose

5.0
3.0
INT401
Dec 21, 2013

Rose is awesome. He teaches things you wont learn from other prf. Hes big on you thinking outside the box.He doest want you to be an idiot. He grades the papers pretty tough but helps you get to an A paper.Everyone has to present their paper to the class. It wasn't that stressful b/c hes great at making you feel comfortable. Great class!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
5.0
INT401
Dec 22, 2013

I took POL101 and INT401 with Professor Rose. He is brilliant professor(and funny) But 101 was easy, fun and interesting but 401 was really hard. Red ink all over everyones paper! If you can't write well, DON'T TAKE THIS CLASS!!!!

3.0
1.0
POL101
Dec 22, 2013

I am not sure why everyone likes him so much. Yes his class is a complete joke and I guess lazy students love it but I hated that he went in tangents, all the time. It was quite annoying to be honest. He would always answer questions from the student who asked questions ALL the time. I would like to learn more but his tangets were bad.

5.0
1.0
POL101
Dec 27, 2013

he is a GREAT professor. Very generous with his time. He spent hours with me in his office helping me. makes class easy but interesting. The best professor at Stony :)

4.0
1.0
POL103
Dec 27, 2013

He's really sweet and helpful but he goes off on tangents too often. The class is ridiculously easy if you stick to reviewing the notes. Don't bother with the optional paper or the textbook and I can guarantee he won't answer your emails. He's really intelligent and manages to make the class interesting and easy.

5.0
1.0
INT401
Feb 8, 2014

He calls everyone brilliant but honestly he is brilliant and I could listen to him talk forever. He is super nice and sweet when you visit him. He has internships lined up for his students! He actually values his students and it shows. Plus he is funny and just hands down the best professor at Stony Brook. <3 <3 Love this guy!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Feb 18, 2014

Teacher is extremely fair class consisted of two midterms and a final. He highlighted the notes that were important for the midterms and the final was a combination of both 50 question midterms which he puts up on blackboard so there is no reason not to get a 100.

5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B+
Mar 18, 2014

best and most dramatic lecturer I had at Stonybrook. Rose knows how to tell a story and make you remember it.very funny too! I retain stuff today from this class because he is an AMAZING teacher. the best class!

5.0
3.0
POL313
May 10, 2014

I really learned A LOT, every class is like a professional seminar and we had loads of interesting discussion. Grades are only based on midterm and final essays, he helps you improve in writing. He's just amazing and a great motivation! I'm sad that this is my last semester, I'd like to take his other classes. Really recommend his class!

5.0
3.0
POL313
May 13, 2014

Class was a war studies course. lectures were awesome Never a dull moment. Rose is a great lecturer. Grades papers tuff though. still the best class ever

5.0
2.0
POL102
Jun 4, 2014

Easily one of my favorite teachers ever. Tests are not hard if you come to class and do the reading. Lectures are always interesting, it's impossible to fall asleep with the great stories he tells. He really gets into it sometimes. Attendance isn't taken but you will WANT to go to class. Overall amazing professor, HIGHLY recommended

5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: B+
Jul 26, 2014

Prof Rose is a powerful and engaging lecturer. My favorite. He explains things with such clarity and passion and in ways you don't expect. Even the boring stuff was interesting. Class is easy because you WANT to go! He's always there for you in office hours too. Tests are right from class lectures. You HAVE to take him if you get the chance.

5.0
1.0
POL101
Grade: A+
Nov 24, 2014

This teacher is amazing. Everyone should at least take one of his classes. If you feel like a topic he's going over is boring, he'll notice and try to make it more interesting. I love going to his class. His tests are pretty easy, and he basically will tell you the exact question and answer to some of the test questions.

5.0
2.0
POL101
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2014

What makes Rose so great is that his lectures are amazing. Seriously! I'm a Republican and he is NEVER partisan. I appreciated that! He argues ALL sides of an issue and he's not preachy and condescending like so many other professors. He gives you the info and the arguments and lets you draw your own conclusions. Also very funny! The best!

5.0
1.0
POL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2014

Honestly I found his lectures boring because I have no interest in international relations. But he is an amazing professor and is very passionate about his work. i've never seen a professor more enthusiastic about a subject like he is. Some of his lectures were interesting and he has funny videos to go along.

5.0
3.0
INT401
Grade: A-
Dec 9, 2014

This was a great class. Amazing! Rose changed the way I looked at the world. Every once in a while a professor comes along and changes you for the better. That is Professor Rose. Don't miss this class!

5.0
3.0
POL103
Grade: B
Dec 24, 2014

Need more teachers like this. He is extremely knowledgeable, passionate about teaching, funny and beyond fair. Admittedly I have avoided politics my whole life and was worried about being able to pay attention and pass, but how he was able to make this class enjoyable was a godsend and I thank you prof Rose. Highly recommended, He is! a teacher.

5.0
2.0
POL102
Apr 25, 2015

Take this professor if you have a chance!! He gives fascinating lectures and he can make you excited to go to an 8:30 AM class! He has reasonable expectations and is clear about what he wants on tests. He also gives lots of extra credit.

5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 12, 2015

Professor Rose is one of the best professors I have ever taken! He makes the course super easy. I have learned a lot in this class. He gives easy exams and extra credits opportunities. So if you remotely care, you can easily get an A. A college course doesn't get easier than that. Highly recommended.

5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2015

Prof Rose has a reputation for great lectures and he did not dissapoint. Even though the class was way too early I still made myself go because he is such a funny and entertaining teacher. watch out for the popquizzes though! Some friends tried skipping class and their grade wasnt great because they missed alot of quizzes. But great prof

5.0
1.0
101
Grade: A
Jul 8, 2015

Prof Rose is probably the most enthusiastic professor you will ever have. He is so passionate and actually gives credence to all perspectives he is the least biased professor of all time. Extremely easy class, if you don't get an A with ease something is seriously wrong. In short; informative lectures, no work outside class, great guy.

5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: A-
Jul 24, 2015

I want to be a political science major after taking professor rose. This is the kind of class you go to college for. his lectures were great. interesting and funny. he tells you exactly what he is going to test you on so the stress level is low and if you put in the effort you will get an A. I learned more in this class than any other so far.

5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2015

class and this professor was great

5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A+
Jan 11, 2016

He is a chill guy and is someone you would make friends with. Jason makes learning funny and enjoyable at times. There are surprise quizzes but he *helps* on the questions so it wont be a problem. Also the tests are multiple choice which is cool of him.

5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B+
Aug 25, 2016
Would take again

Not the easy A that everyone says, but the class was awesome and funny

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2016
Would take again

Great professor! Definitely take his class. One of the best professors in Stony Brook.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 23, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Great Professor but not an easy A if you have no interest in history or political science. His test are not impossible but you really have to study for it, he sends out a review sheet a couple of days before the exam. Also he never post up your grades for exams or quizzes so make sure you keep track of your grades yourself when he goes over quizzes

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
POL102
Apr 20, 2017
Would take again

He is inspiring and full of passion. Clear study guides. Tests wont be too difficult if you pay attention to classes and study review sheets carefully. Most important tip for his class PAY ATTENTION TO POPUP QUIZES. Never make any assumption of when there wont be quiz. His popup quizes are impressive.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: Not sure yet
May 2, 2017
Would take again

He is really a nice and cute professor. You will learn a lot about politics as long as you pay attention in class. He leads you to consider the world correctly. He helps you to understand what government is and how it impacted our life. Really nice guy! Ill give him an A!

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 24, 2017
Would take again

Definitely remarkable! Abosolutely great!

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 24, 2017
Would take again

It can only be your fault to pass this course without an A because of such factor like not attending his lectures that contain tests' information or pop quizzes.

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B+
May 25, 2017
Would take again

he is trickey with the pop quizzes sometimes 2 classes in a row then no quizzes for weeks so go to class! craziest professor in a great way! not boring at all! tests are super easy if you reed the review. i feel like i kno everything about politics after taking this class. i even though about changng my major! awesome i loved it!!

Inspirational
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2017
Would take again

He literally gives you the exam questions in the lecture and even tells that he is doing it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
5.0
POL102
Nov 22, 2017
Would take again

He is an amazing professor, take his class even if it is a night class or on a Friday, you wont regret it. I appreciate that he isnt that biased compared to the liberal professors at this school. Exams are hard but look at the study guide!! He puts the answers on there.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
POL102
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

He gives really good lectures, and the study guide for he exam is very helpful.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B+
Dec 21, 2017
Would take again

the BEST class at stony brook! it will blow your mind! Seriously.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POL101
Grade: A-
Dec 21, 2017
Would take again

Just finished his poly sci class at Suffolk about an hour ago. The man is an entertaining fantastic wealth of information I strongly suggest you take his corse. He worked for the Iran government and has many storys and knowledge to share. Hes also a very generous grader and always gives spot on review sheets. Easily top 3 professors Ive met

Inspirational
Tests? Not many
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2018
Would take again

Easy A! Just go to class bc he has pop quizzes.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
Would take again
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2018
Would take again

Honestly, if you fail this class, you probably didn't show up. The class consists of some unannounced in-class quizzes so try to be there often. Most tests are super easy as long as you read the review sheet and slides. A few questions may include in-class ideas though. Overall, Rose is probably one of the most entertaining professors at SBU.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
POL102
Mar 21, 2018
Would take again

Professor Rose is an awesome professor, he is super funny, and tries to make class fun even when the topics arent interesting. He teaches at Suffolk Community College and Stony Brook University(so whichever college you are at take him!!!) highly recommend

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
INT401
Apr 5, 2018
Would take again

His lectures are a DREAM come true. Extremely likable, friendly and knowledgeable. I rec him to people who don't even have this specific area of study.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B
Apr 6, 2018
Would take again

His exams aren't always easy, but his lectures are amazing, its hard not to pay attention to him. He makes this class very enjoyable whether or not you are into POL classes. I appreciate that he isn't obviously liberal nor obviously conservative, he gives both sides and respects both. He said the class would be an easy A but that's not true.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
POL102
Apr 11, 2018
Would take again

I think hes an awesome professor. However, I have no interest in this class. Its a very boring subject to me, but he manages to make it fun for his students. I do wish the lectures werent as long. Sometimes he doesnt change the slide for a while and talks too much on topic. Great professor though, and I highly recommend!! Hes awesome &amp; funny!

Respected
Participation matters
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
POL101
Apr 16, 2018
Would take again

Great professor - he goes over everything in class and delivers insightful lectures. If you take notes on what he says, the tests should be easy. The only catch though is that he has a habit of going off-topic and falling behind schedule.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
POL101
Grade: B+
May 19, 2018
Would take again

Lectures are hilarious sometimes. very funny which makes the subject interesting. Wish all classes where like this. lost a few snow days so we had only 2 exams. my only complaint. You should take professor Rose. YOu will learn alot

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: B
May 23, 2018
Would take again

Brilliant professor. I enjoyed taking his class. Easy course - he makes politics fun. However, our class did fall very behind(we stayed on slides too long at times), we basically had 3 exams including final all on top of each other. I found that very stressful. But hes awesome, take him!! Hopefully your class wont fall behind like ours did!

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: B+
May 28, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Rose is an amazing professor. I really enjoyed taking his class this semester. He knows a lot about politics and government. He worked for congress, and his knowledge is just outstanding! Hes a very funny guy and always made my class laugh! He gives 3 exams (online) I wish they werent all right on top of each other though. Take him, take him!

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
POL103
Grade: B+
May 30, 2018
Would take again

He couldnt be more amazing if he tried!! Hes beyond awesome!! Such a nice, chill guy. He loves to keep the class in discussion. Fair warning though, if you are the type of person who thinks you are getting out of class early. Nope. Not this class. He keeps you till the very last minute to get your moneys worth! Take him!!!! Love professor rose!

5.0
1.0
POL103
Grade: B+
Jun 12, 2018
Would take again

Hes really awesome. Tests are take home(online). Few pop quizzes, easy considering he helped out my class. Textbook isnt required but I purchased for the 5 pg essay. No hw, attendance is not mandatory but you should go anyway. He curses a bit much but hes overall a great caring funny respectful guy!! He does hold class to the last second though.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
POL103
Jun 18, 2018
Would take again

Professor Rose is very intelligent. He knows a lot about Politics. He has worked in Congress himself and is very knowledgeable. If I had to say one negative - he holds the class the whole time. Otherwise he was outstanding and I really enjoyed taking his class! Who knew politics could be fun?

5.0
3.0
POL313
Grade: A-
Aug 23, 2018
Would take again

This online class was great. Prof used video lectures with reading the two books and it really really helped to see what the authors were getting at. He added lectures on political psychology which really helped. Learned a lot and the class was awesome. Case studies on war were the best part. 2 short papers and one longer term paper.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
POL103
Nov 6, 2018
Would take again

Professor Rose is amazing!!! I really like the way he teaches. Class is an easy A if you look over the review sheet for the test. The review sheet basically has all the answers on it. Impossible to fail this class! I wish he let us leave early though!

5.0
3.0
POL102
Nov 18, 2018
Would take again

Professor Jason Rose truly wants you to take something away from his class. Hes an amazing teacher and pushes you to think outside the box and from different perspectives. Me, being a conservative, love to see this as it lets our view and opinions be heard too.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
POL101
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

In his syllabus it says participation and attendance is graded but he's really chill about it. He is honestly the best professor I had he's really accommodating and understands the difficulty of some assignments so he makes it as easy as he can while still teaching you. He is very smart and knowledgeable in his field. LOVES to give extra credit!

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
POL102
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

He goes on tangents at times, but his lectures are extremely enjoyable and makes the info easy to understand. There's pop quizzes, but if you show up to take it, then you are guaranteed to do well. His exams are easy if you go over the slides a little and complete his review guide that he sends out. Extra credit is going to or helping at events.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
POL102
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

Professor Rose shows GREAT enthusiasm in both his straightforward lectures and his offbeat and funny personality. He takes material that would otherwise be boring and makes teaching about politics and government into something exciting while still being educational.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POL102
Dec 24, 2018
Would take again

Professor Rose made an otherwise not so great semester interesting to me. While I normally wouldn't care much about the material, he lectures in a way that makes me really want to do well in his class. Before taking his class, I had a lot of doubts that my points of view were wrong, but Professor Rose taught me that my opinion was just as valid.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: A
Jan 1, 2019
Would take again

prof rose is the best professor ever. tests and grading is super fair for everyone. i have never seen a professor care more about their students. he is the best lecturer and he explains things better than any professor. he is truly great professor and a great man

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
POL101
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

I'm a Biology major at Adelphi and I took Prof Rose's intro class. He's absolutely amazing. His class is super entertaining and keeps everyone awake at 8 am. He's the sweetest and most caring professor. You do need to know how to write well to do well in his class, but assignments are not hard and you have more help than you could possibly need.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 2, 2019
Would take again

Had Professor Rose both for POL 102 and then for LDS 102 (the UGC seminar). Amazing professor, really straightforward with his expectations, and his lectures are fun and filled with lots of interesting information. He's a terrific lecturer and I highly recommend taking him for POL 102; exams are online and he prepares you well. Highly recommend!!!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: A-
May 24, 2019
Would take again

What I can say? Awesome.

Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 24, 2019
Would take again

Great man

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
INT201
May 29, 2019
Would take again

A passionate man with a brilliant mind. If you have the opportunity to take a class with him, don't miss out.

5.0
5.0
POL313
Grade: A
Aug 24, 2019
Would take again

AMAZING class! Best online class! Prof. Rose reads EVERY word of your papers and sends them back for improvement. He is very tough grading the papers, but he lets you write multiple drafts to get to an A. This class vastly improved my writing and vastly improved my knowledge of International Relations. Extremely rewarding and fulfilling course.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
POL313
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 31, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He grades papers for grammatical errors rather than content. I was never aware that an upper level political science course would emphasize grammar as the main assessment to check for understanding of internal relations. While he informed me to &quot;put more effort&quot;, the other POL courses had no problems with my writing at all. Overall, rude man.

So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
Oct 18, 2019
Would take again

Rose really is a very personable and likable man. He knows how to connect to us and relate. What I like most is how he thinks of analogies and examples that would better our understanding of a subject. His quizzes are easy if you payed attention to the lecture, and sometimes he assists in the answers. Hilarious and makes you look forward to class:)

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
POL102
Nov 26, 2019
Would take again

His lectures are always engaging and his expectations of you are very fair. Definitely enroll in his class if you have the opportunity to do so! He's easily one of the best professors at Stony Brook

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POL102
Nov 26, 2019
Would take again

Professor Rose is fair in what he expects from his students: show up to class and dont talk. Going to class is recommended because unannounced pop quizzes are given, and professor does not allow you to make them up. Otherwise, the class itself is fun, inspiring, and he makes the lectures easy to understand.

Respected
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Feb 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

His class is very easy, and he even said that &quot;if you cant get an A in this class, you dont belong in college.&quot; He is very passionate and animated-- however, if you actually pay attention to what he is saying, a lot of it is very problematic and not even directly related to what is going to be on the exam. He is a contrarian, and overall quite rude

Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B+
Mar 9, 2020
Would take again

THE BEST prof at Stony! Hands down! His lectures are inspiring and will blow your mind! Test are easy and directly from class. Best prof ever!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B+
May 9, 2020
Would take again

This is one of the few classes that truly inspired me. After taking this class I have questioned everything I've been told,. Loved this class! Loved this professor

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POL313
Jul 15, 2020
Would take again

The Greatest prof at SBU, funny, great lectures, and easy class. He is also very into clubs, and outside activities. Also very into helping his students with internships, etc.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Oct 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Jason Rose teaches an easy-to-pass, basic political science course. To be generous, it is very... introductory. The professor berates the average voter for being stupid, sows distrust in the media and their data, and goes on to present long-discredited libertarian economics as uncontroversially true. Easy but painful to sit through.

Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
POL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 13, 2020
Would take again

HIS LECTURE IS SO INTERESTING!! HE IS DEFINITELY ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSOR IN SBU AT LEAST IN POL101.

5.0
3.0
POL103
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

One of my favorite professors I've ever had. I took as many classes with him as I could. He is so enthusiastic and cares about if you do well. He clearly REALLY knows what he is talking about and makes classes that I usually find boring into my favorite classes. His lectures are so funny and he gives so much life to the material.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
INT201
Grade: B+
Mar 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

grading was determined by only two things so if you're ok with everything falling on a paper and an exam this class is good for you. professor is very opinionated and will berate students for their own beliefs. i suggest not disagreeing with him in order to get a good grade.

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 2, 2021
Would take again

I changed my major to polsci because of this class. He reminds me of an evangelical preacher only he argues all sides of things and makes you think about what you really stand for. has a way of explaining things that makes it easy, so the class was pretty easy. Very funny too. Loved this class.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 23, 2021
Would take again

You can tell from his lectures that Prof Rose is excited about history. This class is only graded by 4 discussion boards and 3 test grades. Great professor and essay A!

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
INT401
Grade: A
Jun 1, 2021
Would take again

Love Professor Rose! If it were up to me, I would take all my classes with him. I hope I got to learn from him in my freshmen year because YOU CANNOT GET THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE HE GIVES, ANYWHERE ELSE! Super encouraging gives you the time you may need in his office hours without any hesitation. You can tell he loves and respects his students.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: B+
Jul 23, 2021
Would take again

Prof. Rose is a great professor for this class since he has been involved in the world of politics and you can learn a lot from his experience. His lectures were very interesting and he is very funny and he shows that he really loves this subject. Theres no reason for failing just study the slides and his study sheets and you will do great.

Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2021
Would take again

Very good professor and easy A.

5.0
1.0
INT201
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2021
Would take again

When I saw that the grade would be determined by 2 things- the exam and a paper, I was scared. But he gives you the tools you need to succeed. I always learned a lot during his classes even when I dozed off. He's understanding and just an amazing professor. If you take him, you're lucky.

Respected
Graded by few things
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
POL102
Apr 18, 2022
Would take again

One of the most SUPERIOR professors in this university! I can never get over his hilarious prerecorded lectures. Coming from an Electrical Engineering background, where for obvious reasons I'm taking this class as an SBC, he makes the course literally one of the easiest, yet you learn a lot. I will miss this guy's humor once this semester ends!

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Respected
4.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A+
Apr 19, 2022
Would take again

He is a very engaged and passionate professor with whatever he teaches, and I appreciate his energy and knowledge. My only criticism is that he does not get straight to the point and that his lectures should be cut down (some were more than 2 hours) but overall easy A & will learn a lot

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2022
Would take again

this is the best professor I've ever seen!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POL305
Grade: A
May 13, 2022
Would take again

Easy class, and his lectures are pretty entertaining because he's very animated and passionate. Only critique would be he tries to cram way too much into his lectures, and gets off topic very easily, but still a very easy A, and he offers a ton of extra credit.

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
POL305
Grade: A-
May 22, 2022
Would take again

I liked this class. He's a great professor, but we spent the majority of the course on UK history rather than the other lectures. His tests aren't the worst, but you have to read the questions carefully. Make your own review sheets if he doesn't provide them. Also, show up to class, because if enough people skip, he'll hold pop quizzes.

EXTRA CREDIT
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
POL313
Grade: A
May 23, 2022
Would take again

This was a great war studies class. There are two papers and a midterm and he offers lots of extra credit. He wants you to do well in the class. He's a great professor. Any class with him is a good one to take.

EXTRA CREDIT
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
POL313
Sep 11, 2022
Would take again

Amazing

5.0
1.0
POL313
Sep 15, 2022
Would take again

Amazing he is amazing

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
POL313
Sep 15, 2022
Would take again

This guy is amazin

5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 19, 2022
Would take again

Amazing, fun, just one of the best professors in Stony Brook if you have the chance to take him please take him

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 31, 2023
Would take again

Easy online class, exams are open book

Inspirational
Caring
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: B
Mar 28, 2023
Would take again

Professor Rose gets straight to the point and you do not get a heavy workload from his class, get about five discussion boards and three exams in the course that are open book. If you fail his class then that was because you were lazy, he also drops your lowest discussion board grade so overall a pretty easy class overall.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
POL102
May 4, 2023
Would take again

Prof Rose is one of those professors that you can just tell care a lot about his students passing. He gave multiple extra credit opportunities and his exams are open note. Lectures can get a little long, but still a lot of interesting information within them.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 10, 2023
Would take again

Professor Rose is an amazing lecturer and passionate about his job! Very easy class! 2 midterms, 1 final, 4 discussion boards (drops lowest one). All open notes! Answers to exams are found right in the lectures (he legit tells you the answers). Assignments are so easy and fair. Only downside, his lectures can get very long, such as 3 hours.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A+
May 13, 2023
Would take again

Honestly one of the best professors I've ever had - his lectures are a bit long but I never found myself getting bored because he's so passionate and funny; super easy to get the A.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
POL305
Grade: A
Aug 29, 2023
Would take again

Rose is my fav! Such amazing lectures and does his best to relate to his students. He is harsh on papers however works with you to rewrite. 100% recommend

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
POL313
Grade: A
Sep 2, 2023
Would take again

Professor Rose is an awesome Political Science Professor! I highly recommend taking his class. He is accessible outside of class, he gives good feedback relating to your writing to help you improve. He truly cares about his students and wants us to all succeed. I enjoy listening to his lectures, he is truly passionate about teaching this topic.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: C+
Nov 2, 2023
Would take again

I wish this class was in person. If it was I think I would've gotten a B instead of a C. Prof. Rose was hilarious and so passionate in his lectures. And he always made himself available. Definitely recommend taking him.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2023
Would take again

This course is an easy A and Prof. Rose says it himself. Don't skip out on the lectures. A lot of the answers to the test questions are said verbally on not on the slides, so take good notes too. You will definitely learn something. Visit him in office hours- he is a nice guy and is very willing to help students, particularly with internships.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: B+
Jan 16, 2024
Would take again

Very easy class and amazing professor. However, the final exam was unnecessarily confusing.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 19, 2024
Would take again

Super helpful and just overall an amazing professor. If I was in poli sci I would 100% take every class I can possibly take with him. Very enjoyable lectures would honestly love to take something like this in person.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2024
Would take again

Amazing professor! His lectures are genuinely enjoyable and really funny at times. If you take good notes and do all the assignments (discussion boards), you're good to go.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Aug 28, 2024
Would take again

If you do the work and watch the lectures, it'll be very easy!

Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
POL101
Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2024
Would take again

super easy class with a great professor!

Hilarious
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A-
Nov 14, 2024
Would take again

Professor Rose's POL102 is an enjoyable class with engaging lectures. Stay on top of the work, and you'll likely earn a solid grade. Unstuck study's practice quizzes were a great supplement for exam prep.

5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2024
Would take again

Doesn't get better than Jason Rose. Seriously. I was always bad at history classes, but I felt like I was listening to my cousin during his lectures. He's so chill and so interesting and fun to learn from!! He's amazing at engaging people, and all of his lectures were online. The only assignments were 4 DBs, midterm, and final. Super easy A.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
1.0
POL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 27, 2025
Would take again

If u have this Professor U are soo lucky I have hem at Suffolk, Great person. He isn't scared of saying things clear. Earned respect from entire class. Amazing. He has inspired me every single time I attend his class I leave with more conscious of the world. Favorite class best teacher ever. Wish I have hem for more time. He is Top G Att-Anderson C

Inspirational
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
2.0
POL305
Grade: C+
Mar 27, 2025
Would take again

2nd time taking Prof. Rose! He deserved yet another 5-star rating. Most compassionate professor I've ever had and incredibly intelligent. Nothing but good things to say!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
POL313
Grade: B+
Mar 27, 2025
Would take again

This is a challenging course. Prof. Rose is clear about what he expects, and he truly sets these expectations so that you succeed. Incredibly compassionate, this was my 3rd time taking him! This class is only graded on papers, and they are definitely not easy, but pay attention in class and work hard and you'll succeed!

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: Not sure yet
May 14, 2025
Would take again

best course to ever take to fulfill an SBC i have no complaints.

Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
INT401
Grade: A
May 15, 2025
Would take again

Professor Rose is a distinguished and amazing professor that I have ever worked with. He will go out of his way to make sure you get an A for the course. Writing is indeed difficult to shine at; however, he will walk you through to write a publishable paper. This is almost a graduate level course, to expect the content to be advanced.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
POL102
Grade: B+
May 19, 2025
Would take again

The GOAT. Don't listen to the SBU reddit, they make up like 2% of the SBU population. He leans right but is not a right winger, these college kids can't handle someone that is slightly outside of their agenda. He is awesome and kind. He makes an amazing point first lecture. "Most students aren't challenge for their beliefs, they live in bubbles."

Amazing lectures
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
May 25, 2025
Would take again

He's awesome. Found him to be an amazing teacher who makes his political stances clear (rare) without trying to influence his students. The lectures were super engaging despite being an online course and if you put the work in (SUPER manageable: 3 online exams and 4 discussion boards) you will get an easy A.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Jun 12, 2025
Would take again

Everything online

Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
Jun 18, 2025
Would take again

Loved his online lectures. Class was very straightforward and simple.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
1.0
POL102
Grade: A
Aug 11, 2025
Would take again

His online class was pretty straight forward, there were 4 discussion boards based off of videos and readings he provided and 3 tests which were multiple choice.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2025

In terms of actual writing or exams, the workload is light. But after watching 7+ hours a week of ranting, strawmanning, and being called childish if you reject his shallow libertarian takes, it doesn't feel light. If you can stand mind-numbing odes to Musk and redscare anti-socialism, all under the guise of centrism, go ahead. Otherwise STAY AWAY.

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
POL102
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2025
Would take again

Professor Rose is hands down one of the best professors I've had so far. He is super knowledgeable and gave us a view of how the topics we learned related to current events. I felt the class was approachable to all majors. Not too much work and enjoyed it

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
POL305
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2025
Would take again

Super interesting class and professor has clear passion for the subject. Would take again good for the IR concentration

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
POL313
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2025
Would take again

Prof rose was my favorite professor I had in undergrad. His classes are really informative and everyone should take him at least once before they graduate. He always goes out of his way to help students succeed. Would take him 10x again if I could

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
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