Has a high expectation. You learn a lot. A very professional and smart man. Beware! Can make you feel ignorant. I told him I would remove the stick from his ass free of charge. This class is a sure way to be challenged.

Easy to pass if you study somewhat. If you're a dummy take someone else.

He is a fun teacher and will make you laugh. If you study the old tests and know how to do them you are set but it helps to pay attention in class. You never have to open the book.

this class will put you on your toes. if you dont like studying dont take this guy. all finals are in the lib. the only way to pass is to use the finals, and do the homework. ALL of it, and believe me, there is a lot. i have never studied more in my college career. but i got a B, and i worked for it

Higashi is an awesome teacher. I have taken his 160 class and his 1 class, and I can say he's one of the best there. He communicates everything in a clear and concise fashion, although you might tire of him repeated every new concept a few dozen times (which does help though). If you can, TAKE HIM!

He is the best Chem. teacher out there. He may go fast, but he explains after the fact very well. He jokes around alot to make you understand the concepts Some of the jokes are pretty bad. His class is not an easy A. You have to work and practice, practice, practice.

His lectures were very clear , but his exams were ridiculous. If you know the practice tests well you will get an A. I am now at a university and I have never had anyone set up exams like he did. They are not representative of course material

Dr. Higashi is a great teacher who explains the concepts in detail. His tests, as previously mentioned, are difficult; however, with the previous tests on file in the library, they are easy to study for. Watch for people crying after they get the second test back. Just study and it'll be okay.

I don't know why they say his class is hard, as long as you ask him for the old tests and go to his office, an A is easy. He is fun and nice

I don't know why some people make others feel dumb by saying he's easy. Higashi is no walk in the park and if you don't study, you won't pass. His old tests are great tools to succeed and get no less than a B by doing the old exams. Chem 2 class is less difficult than chem 1. Practice, practice, practice!!

Took chem 1 in Spring 05. Not an easy teacher at all and the 2nd test IS ridiculous. If anyone tells you he's easy they are kidding themselves. This is the first class where what you study from the old tests and they actually show up on the test verbatim. Not easy but this is the most rewarding class i've taken so far.

He is the best!

His class is NOT easy. If you take him, be prepared to do some serious studying, especially if math is your weakness. I learned a lot, but it did not come easy. He's a good looking guy and he's got a good sense of humor. He's always willing to help. ASK QUESTIONS!

He recycles some questions from previous exams (avail. at library) but will change a few things for diffferent results. Don't be surprised if he rushes through the last few chapters. Mainly formula solving, so make sure your math skills are good. If you can do the practice exams in an hour, you'll do well in his class.

Great Professor. He's no joke, but he jokes a lot and is friendly to students. His class is not easy for the average student. His lectures are like going to a show and you will learn at the same time. He isn't dry at all.

He's funny.. sometimes very cheezy though... But I think his exams are very fair.. all you need to do is study.. and learn mostly from the lectures... he may stray off topic every now and then, but he's cool...

Great teacher, I would recommend him because it will help in the long run with Chem 3,4. I just can't believe that he hasn't been teacher of the year!

Oh good God is test two scary. He'll tell you to practice, practice, practice and you'll probably go blah blah blah but for the love of God PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE. Other than that I've lost all confidence in myself and no longer know my position in life I totally reccommend his class. Funny guy too.

Higashi is a great teacher. His class is also very challenging. Don't let anyone tell you that it's easy because it's not. His tests are long and you only have 50 minutes to complete it. Most people don't finish but he just sets it up that way to really "test" your knowledge.

good teacher, but very difficult. you should take ducoing, i heard its an easier class. Lab is ok, not too hard. need to study for tests. need book. wouldnt recommend his class. lets you sleep in class though.

Higashi's class is extremely difficult. If you r looking to just "get by" this is not the class for you. You MUST study if you want to pass. Do not blink during his lectures, you'll miss something. Believe me... His long stories tend to be off topic and distracting but pay attention b/c you'll lose him. Use his tests that he puts in the library.

Mr Higashi is the most interesting person I ever met who teaches chemistry. He is fair on grades and he gives you plenty of opportunities to get your grade up.

I took Dr Higashi for Chem 1 and Chem 2. He is a very fair guy. If you try your best you will pass the class with at least a B. Just remember to study hard for each test because they are not a joke.

This class is hard. Be prepared to complete tests within 50 minutes. So many students didn't complete the whole tests within the 50 minutes and complained. Textbook is somewhat useless. Don't fall behind on worksheets and practice questions.

I wouldn't say the material in itself is difficult, it's just the dam 50 MIN TIME LIMIT that might hurt you. I was a little unsure about him at first, but he's actually a pretty good teacher who thoroughly explains the material. Just wait until you see his dance moves! TITRATION! STANDING WAVE! WORK IT OUT!!!

this class was wayyy hard. he goes through the material so quickly and lots of people got left behind. the 50 minute time limit is ridiculous. i dont see why we couldnt have done the tests during the lab hours. he is a funny guy but the class is NO JOKE! this is not a "get by" class. if you do take the class though, you dont need the book at all.

He is very funny, he is understanding, helps you out and he isx very clear on what he is going to expect from you and if you listen and not ignore him when he says that this is what he is going to test you on then you will be fine. So, basically if he says jump then do it... Cool teacher...

HIGASHI IS GREAT!!! You MUST go to class- DO NOT MISS! He repeats himself ALOT--- FOR a REASON! If he repeats steps or a definition LEARN IT! He tells a lot of stories about his daughters- very funny! Overall he is very fair.. do your part he does his (more than any other Chem prof!)He makes chemistry understandable!

I took Chem. 10 with Professor Higashi and he was an excellent teacher; in fact, a group of us will be taking Chem. 11 with him next semester. He is very clear & always willing to help students understand. I really enjoyed his class because he was nice and entertaining. All you need to do is listen, take notes, and do the practice problems.

Dr. Higashi is wonderful!!! He is very clear and specific about what he requires. He is full of fun stories and keeps chemistry fun somehow. I wish I could take him for the rest of my chemistry classes!

dis dude is koo ..he is so funny and keep telling stories so u dont feel bored from his lectures =].. he is so clear in wat he wants from u.. jst practice the old exams a lot and go to lecture and u'll do well in the tests .. plus he doesnt assign hws!!!

Dr Higashi is the BEST chem prof at Solano. I highly recommend taking him if possible for chem1 and 2.

Great Professor. He is the kind of professor who stays focused on what needs to learned by the student in order to pass the class. Yes, he jokes a lot but that what makes student relax & want to learn from him. He is always willing to help students when they ask questions or need help after class. I took Chem. 10 & 11 with this Professor & got As.

Higashi is really one of the best chemistry teachers that Solano CC has. I was struggling my way through almost the entire semester, and still ended up passing. He truly is one in a kind.

Took over the summer, go everyday and take notes because it will help for the tests. He is funny and always willing to help and explain. Highly recommend him over other chem teachers except for Santiago.

He's very intelligent. Makes class entertaining. His tests are VERY hard, but gives sample tests. Go to class every day, prepared with questions from the sample tests.

Mr. Higashi is a really great teacher. He knows how to help students understand the subject and he makes it fun too. I'd definitely recommend him. :)

This class is not as hard as the last rater suggests. Higashi offers a test bank and will only put questions on the test that were covered in these tests. When looking at the old tests, the problems take some time to complete, but after seeing the structure of the questions, answering them on the test is easy. He is also very available to students.

GREAT TEACHER! Hella funny (he did Beyonce's single ladies dance in class one time).. keeps you intereseted.. always willing to help and answer any questions.. I just wish I came to class more in the beginning of the semester! Definately reccommend taking him! :)

Amazing teacher! The lectures are so entertaining that I didn't feel like I was learning anything, but in the end, I actually remember and understand all the material. Very accommodating, friendly and intelligent. If you're not good at algebra, tests will be very hard. Otherwise, just do the practice tests enough to build speed. Tests are very long

I really enjoyed this class. I had a bit of problem with the way he worded his exam questions but other than that, he is an AWESOME teacher. I still got an A.

Excellent professor. One of the best. His class is challenging, but Higashi makes the class fun and keeps it interesting. He knows his stuff. You can review sample past tests which helps a lot and you get to throw one test out. If you take the summer class remember it's at an accelerated pace, which means every 2 days is equal to a week of classes.

I took Professor Higashi for both Chem 10 and 11. GREAT TEACHER! You don't really use the book only for reference. Everything on his test is from his lectures so go to class! Higashi makes a difficult subject easy to understand and fun. Will take him again if I need more Chem! =)

I've taken Chemistry classes at UCB and City College of San Francisco, and if you're one of the idiots that complained Dr. Higashi's class is a joke, go take it somewhere else and you'll thank your lucky stars Dr. Higashi gave you a passing grade. Dr. Higashi explains a very hard subject in very easy to understand terms. Great teacher.

very helpful. super funny. expect to study very very hard. study groups are also helpful. he will try to answer your questions if you have them. although sometimes he say "i do not have to answer your quesions, i am here to teach" fun class. but hard. c'mon though its chem expect it to be hard

Dr. Higashi is an amazing, helpful, and very funny professor. The class is pretty much straight forward, the tests are based off of lecture/lab material and practice exams are available prior to the exams. He is there to help, so ASK QUESTIONS if you need help or confused/stuck! If you keep up w/ the material,study,& ask for help you should do fine

I loved his class. He did joke around, but it made the class really fun alot less tense. He also had a way of comparing chemical processes to everyday things, so it was easy to pick up and understand the concepts. DOnt miss class. You'll miss ALOT of information. He gives practice tests before actual exams, but u gotta STUDY! Overall great class.

I took Chem1 with Dr Higashi, and now am in his Chem 2 class. Let's put it this way, everyone who took his Chem1 class and passed wanted so desperately to get into his Chem2 class. It's much harder as he doesn't go nearly as slow as he did in Chem1. His tests are a bit tricky as you do need to know the material front to back. STUDY!

Higashi is funny. He makes a lot of jokes and eases the tension. When you ask for help, he'll try and get you to figure it out on your own, but is eventually always great at explaining things. The class itself was really difficult. My best advice would be to study on a consistent basis and DO THE PRACTICE TESTS.

He doesn't teach by the book. He gives you practices tests. If you ask him how to do a problem in class he will do it. He doesn't give a lot of homework and he is a really fun teacher.

After having Dr. Conrad as a substitute for Higashi's class, it made me respect Higashi's teaching methods even more. Higashi always gets straight to the point of each topic. He isn't boring and dull, that's for sure. I highly recommend Dr. Higashi because he explains a difficult topic in the most elementary view. He is definitely a role model. A+

Dr. Higashi is the best, just a wonderful teacher. He makes organic chemistry easy to understand and, if you can believe it, fun. Make sure to ask questions if you don't understand something because he'll always help you out. His summer Chem 011 class is totally worth getting up early for.

amazing teacher!! do the practice tests!! don't wait the night before to study. i definetely recommend taking him for chemistry. he's super funny too. only downside is that he's not good at replying to emails.

Higashi is an awesome teacher! I love his funny character and willingness to teach. Not to mention his impressing impersonations and sound effects! He puts everything into simplest terms and tries to explain it to his best ability. DO THE PRACTICE TESTS! You will succeed if you "practice practice practice". Laziness will be your enemy, so keep up!

Awesome teacher, just make sure that you're always in class and paying attention. You cannot slack off or take a day off. He doesn't really use the book so pay attention during lecture. But regardless, he's a really good teacher and always willing to help.

Mr. Higashi is the best teacher I have had at Solano, he broke down a complicated and difficult subject and made it simple. He truly makes the class fun and entertaining to go to. His personality is what makes the class...take chem and his class, he makes what to some people isn't a fun subject and made it one of my favorites. HE IS THE BEST!!!!!!!

Higashi is an amazing teacher!!! I always hated chemistry but I can say everyday I actually look forward to his classes. I took him for Chem 1 & 2. You need to study but he is upfront about what's on test. He will answer any questions. And he is hilarious! I love his lectures. One of my two favorite teachers at Solano!!!

Awesome, hilarious teacher. Goes a little bit off topic sometimes, but overall very interesting class. Your worst enemy will be yourself, DO NOT procrastinate.

he's a great teacher, very funny but also difficult. go to class every day and ask questions! good luck!

Very clear for his lectures. He is actually engaged and uses the whiteboard instead of a boring powerpoint. Chemistry is boring to me, but he makes it somewhat interesting. His tests are kind of hard, but he is clear on what you need to study. No homework grade. I recommend him over Ducoing.

Awesome professor. Just follow what he says in class. Take great notes. He tells you exactly how to get an A in class and be successful in college. If he says practice it 3 times then practice it 3 times. Be prepared for some awesome dance moves too. Good luck!

Higashi is the best teacher at Solano. He is extremely knowledgeable and he is able to answer every question. He is crystal clear in his explanations,fair in grading, you?ll know what to expect on the tests, and he also makes chemistry fun. He does not give much homework but still I feel like I learned a lot in his class.

He's very helpful, easy to understand, and he's very funny!

Higashi is a very good teacher. This class is not hard. However, if you are taking it with advanced classes, don't think you don't need to put time in for this class, which really isn't that much. Do what he tells you to do. Practice practice, don't fall behind. There's really no excuse not to get a 100 on every test, but, life happens.

The Hig is a great Prof. D/L his prac tests, and prac, prac, prac. Reading helps with understanding concepts. He is more than willing to help during class time. Ask about his fight with the toilet. This class is not easy if you dont practice what he says, and dont forget what you learned in the beginning of course, u'll need it for final. LabBook!!

Learned a lot from his class. Pay attention, study, and you will do fine. Btw, he is a quirky teacher lol. P

Chem has never been my best subject, but i passed with an A because Higashi teaches you everything you need to know, exactly the way it will show up on the tests. Study hard, DO THE PRACTICE TESTS--THEY ARE EXACTLY LIKE THE REAL TESTS!!!!!

Higashi is a really good professor! He makes everyone entertained whenever he does his lectures & ties it in with funny stories or jokes. He wants all of us to succeed in our studies & helps us with all of our questions that we have about Chemistry. I really recommend to take him for CHEM001 & all of his other classes!

very good teacher! has a way of explaining most things an easier way then if you were to just read the text book

Amazing teacher! He is always there to help and can relate chemistry to anything. I guarantee he will make you laugh every day. You can survive his class without the book and he doesn't give homework, but when he says practice, PRACTICE! I learned the hard way. The only downfall were his tests. They were very difficult. Other than that, he's cool.

Don't miss class. You always learn something new. Don't buy textbook. 4 mult-choice tests, ~10 quizzes. A lot of math :( Funny teacher, always patient w/ students.

Not once did I feel rushed during his summer class. Simply amazing, clear and hilarious!

Great teacher. Took his chem 1 and than summer chem 2 course and got A's in both of them. Its not easy, It is a lot of hard work, but he doesn't leave you hanging. Prepares you for your tests by using practice exams. Has the patience to re explain complex concepts. Higashi is the best

I never understood chemistry before entering Higashi's class but he makes it sound so simple. He makes a tough subject easy to comprehend. Im currently in his Chem 001 class and I actually like Chemistry because he makes it fun and enjoyable. He tells jokes and stories everyday and relates it to Chem. Do yourself a favor and take HIgash for Chem

GREAT PROFESSOR. I have him at 8 in the morning & he just has so much energy all the time! He always makes class enjoyable and I never understood Chem til' I had him. Not an easy class tho. You have to really work hard & study! If he says practice, you should really practice! I would definitely take him for Chem 2 if he was offering it!

He IS the best CHEM 1 & 2 teacher at SCC. Do whatever you can to get into his class. Not recommended to buy textbook - he doesn't even use it.

Professor Higashi was the best professor I've had at Solano so far! He lectures with a lot of confidence and it shows! The work is definitely hard, especially the tests, but he prepares you well. Chemistry is just a naturally challenging class, but dr Higashi has a way of making it enjoyable. I'm not sure why is he working at a community college.

8am lecture but it was definitely worth waking up for. He has a good way of teaching chemistry to make it interesting and funny. Lectures are clear and he answers any and every question you have. Tests are super tough so studying & good attendance is a must to pass!

Made me fall in love with Chemistry. He is very funny, energetic and passionate about chem. Would only ever take him for chemistry, he genuinely wants you to understand the material and does it in a non threatening way.

I took him for Chem 51 and he was one of the best teachers I've had. He makes the lectures entertaining and interesting (kind of haha). He definitely will hold your attention. He explains EVERYTHING pretty clear and is always there if you need help or have any questions. I would definitely recommend him!

Wow, what a great teacher! Has real life examples for every chemical situation. He is definitely a teacher that you will learn a lot from. His tests are some of the hardest I have taken and most people didn't even have enough time to finish so practice, practice, practice. If your not a motivated, hard working student you will have a hard time.

Higashi is one of the great chemistry teachers here. He is funny and makes it easy to understand chemistry. Just go to class pay attention and do the work and you will pass his class.

Just finished his class today and can say he's definitely one of the best teachers I've had. If you study the previous year's practice tests and take good lecture notes, getting an A is no prob. He's very clear and repeats himself all day long so that it sticks in your head. Very funny and animated man. If you need to take chem, take Higashi!

DO EVERYTHING TO GET INTO HIS CLASS. HE IS THE REASON WHY I CHOSE SOLANO. HE'S JUST SO AMAZING

Sensei is the real MVP. You won't need to pay attention much in class, he goes over everything you need to know about the test, so they are cake. Can get an A in his class without ever opening the book.

I took him for chem 1 and 2. Chem two was just as tough. He makes you work. I had a low B high C average throughout the semester but scored a high A on my final which brought up my overall grade to an A. You can redeem yourself in this class. Great teacher but glad I'm done with general chem.

Bruh Sensai is the MVP. You can skip class everyday and still pass the test. But in all seriousness, he prepares you well for his tests. He gives you practice tests and is always willing to answer questions. He sets you up for success. If you do the work, you will pass easily.

Greatest Chem teacher ever! Funny and intelligent. You'll be awake even though it's 8am. Study everyday 7 days a week even if it's just a little bit. Do problems over n over again til u can't anymore. Some days i just had no time but id still do like 3 problems to stay fresh. Chemistry is easier than you think! brush up on basic algebra b4 u go in

Took Sensei for chem 1 and chem 2, and overall he was a great teacher. You don't really need to pay attention in class until he goes over the practice tests. Tests aren't as hard as long as you do the practice tests. Labs are pretty easy except for Qual. Final is pretty easy for his class also. Just look for as many loopholes as you can........

Took Higashi for Chem 1 & 2 and I don't think I would have made it through both of these classes if it weren't for him. He teaches to the tests which makes for no surprises. He says he doesn't read these but I must say... Higashi you are great and I am so happy I was able to take your class. TAKE HIM IF YOU ARE TAKING CHEM. DON'T TAKE ANYONE ELSE!

Best Chem teacher you can have, you have to work for your grade, but if you do all the work he gives you will have an A. He is accessible if you have any question and is very funny. Someone recommended him to me and I'm doing the same!!

(Gen. Chem 1) Excellent professor. Makes you work for your grade. You get what you put into his course. He wants to see you succeed, but you need to put in the work and ask him questions. Tells stories that somehow makes me remember things from the lecture. Lecture is heavy, but not impossible. Goes over concepts repeatedly to reinforce them.

Higashi is forthcoming about everything you could expect to come across in Chem. No surprises or curveballs. Keeps lectures interesting and humorous.

Professor Higashi not only explains everything you need to know, but also makes those grueling four hour classes seem shorter than they already are. He is an incredible teacher and awesome person all-around. I would definitely take him if you struggle with chemistry.

Mr. Higashi is an amazing teacher that cares about his students and finds ways to make the 4 hour class both fun and informative. There is almost never mandatory homework, but you need to study a lot at home if you want to get an A in the class. Higashi is upfront about what he expects of students and tells you from the start that he expects lots

Professor Higashi is an amazing teacher, person, and a wonderful human being. He is well respected by students. He is very helpful, understanding and is there for you. He has a very good sense of humor and is also very energetic. Chemistry is not easy, so get ready for hard work. Listen to him and study, study, study. Make sure you get him.

Dr. Higashi is definitely the way to go. The class was a bit challenging, but he always answers questions and definitely explains the importance of chemistry in everyday life. He's very kind and gracious and ALWAYS has practice tests. He pretty much tells you what's on the test, but it's up to you to study. Get ready for dad jokes in class :D

Professor Higashi is the best professor ever and he really connects with his students throughout the semester. He teaches very well and you really learn what you need to in his classes. He is easy to talk to and answers all of your questions. The labs in this class are really fun, and you are rarely bored during lectures and study. Great Professor!

Higashi was a great teacher because he truly prepared you for every test. He also prepared me well for Organic Chem classes. He knows what he is doing and of you do your work and practice you'll get a good grade. Definitely would take him again if he taught Ochem. highly recommended

"Tough but fair" Great professor, would highly recommend. Material is fast paced but allowed recording lectures & offered time outside class. He really wanted his students to succeed. You don't need the book to pass, but make sure you study. The tests are hard- no curve or x-credit, so redo the problems after class! He also jokes around- its funny!

Tough, but fair. He sets you up for success. I am not a chemistry person at all, but he made learning fun and was capable of teaching one thing numerous ways, catering to many of the student's learning styles. His humor makes his lectures enjoyable and keeps the students engaged.

This was the hardest class i ever taken in my life. He is such a great teacher who is helpful and give a good lecture about subject. He is very clear about grading and tests. Just one thing i could not catch well was about lab. The labs were not so clear and had trouble connecting theory into the lab.

Dr. Higashi is by far my favorite professor. He is true to the word "fair." Although, your grade is based off exams, he is more than willing to assist and help students in preparation for the exams. He provides three practice exams that give the meat and potatoes, but it is up to the individual to truly prepare for his exams. Overall, amazing!

Tough but Fair :) I took Higashi for chem 1 and 2. Though his class requires more hours than some of the other chem 2 classes, it was so worth taking his class He always brings 100% of his energy into the classroom making the time fly! He is always available if you need help and the way he teaches the class prepares you well for the tests and final

Great teacher!!! I am not a strong chem student but he made Chem 1 and 2 very easy to do. He gives you practice exams and problems that help with studying and are used on tests. He will answer all your questions and is very clear when giving information. Doesn't use canvas for grades. But if you do well on quizzes and tests then you will pass.

Dr. Higashi is a great chem teacher and he really knows what hes doing. He keeps the class engaged and has a connection with his students. He gives you everything you need to be successful in the class so even though Chem is a tough subject, if you work hard and use what he gives you, you will do well.

I really loved that he taught us to the test, like most professors just ramble, and then the test comes and no one knows whats on it, he tells us exactly what is on the test and what we need to study and goes over problems with us. He is engaging and a well respected professor.

Beware- this class is very fast paced & hard since its 3 classes in 1. Has a lot of dad jokes which makes the class lighter & go by quick. Theres a few quizzes that are very easy, HW will be worksheets from the lectures. 5 tests & a cumulative final (can drop lowest one). No extra credit. Textbook not needed. Really makes you work for your grade.

Professor Higashi teaches us what we need to know and explains clearly what is on the test which most professors do not. He is engaging and doesn't just ramble. He is very helpful in office hours too. The practice tests are just like the exams so do them

Dr. Higashi is a really nice and caring professor. I had him in spring 2020 which is the semester we went online and he was so understanding and helpful during this time. You have to work for your grade, but you will learn a lot. I definitely recommend taking Dr. higashi's class for chemistry.

Professor Higashi was great even online! He was quick to answer all of my questions and his lectures were surprisingly entertaining. A lot of the difficult concepts in Chemistry he broke down to understandable smaller ones. Would definitely recommend taking his course.

Professor Higashi is an amazing chemistry professor who can make your class meetings feel great to be in. He has everything you need in order to understand. He gives good feedback as well. He's organized and consistent each week. Make sure you don't fall behind in your work and if you have too, ask him or just look up a video about the subject.

Awesome guy, genuinely cares about his students. Repeats himself a lot but he makes sure you know the info. And he presents it in a very easy to follow format. 90% of the class is done on MasteringChem and virtual labs. As far as chem goes, this class was fairly easy, thanks to him.

Professor Higashi is the best chem professor out there! He teaches what you need to know and how to achieve your goal in the class. Very straightforward and caring professor!

Dr Higashi is a very caring professor! Hes one of the few who actually cares about his students and their success. He presents information in an easy way to understand and makes class time fly by!

One of the best chemistry professors at Solano! Very straightforward class and easy to understand. Do yourself a favor and take professor Higashi.

10/10 recommend

great

Best chemistry teacher at Solano. He is kind and won't let you fall behind. He walks through labs and makes them fun and understandable. He loves telling stories so don't be surprised if he starts rambling off about something. The exams are quite long but allows small note cards. Just make sure to read the textbook and pay attention to lectures.

Please take this professor if you can. Best on campus. He is an understanding and is patient professor. Take advantage of his office hours.

God bless this professor, I wish he was teaching all of the chemistry classes I am going to take. Such an amazing professor with a great sense of humor. I took his hybrid class, the online service he uses is very straightforward and he is always available to answer questions. He is very understanding. I would give my left lung to have him again.

I took Doctor Higashi's Chemistry 1 class through hybrid learning. It is a great class with online office hours if people need it. I did terribly on my midterm and final but could still pass this class bc the homework and quizzes were more credit. The only thing I would say that is a negative is that I bought a lab textbook and we didn't use it.

This is the first chem professor where I actually learned chemistry. He cares for students and offers a tremendous amount of help to make sure you understand the material. The only bummer is the lecture was online through Pearson so it could get confusing. But he made sure to offer help on harder chapters. I would go with him for Chem 1

Dr.Higashi is one of the kindest professor's I've had.He walks through labs and makes them very fun and enjoyable.Very funny professor, and can tell he cares about his students.Class consists of weekly homework, labs, and quizzes.Chemistry can be a challenging course but as long as you read the textbook and follow along during lab,you'll be fine.

Best Chem professor out there! Very kind professor who truly cares about his students success. Dr.Higashi is very approachable and very helpful when needed. Labs were fun and very well explained. General Chemistry can be tough but it is doable if you put the work in. I definitely recommend Dr.Higashi for Chem001, very kind professor!

Never would I have thought I'd receive an A in Chem! Hands down best professor, knows how to teach and keeps the class fun. Says a lot of dad jokes and is very nice. There is a learning module, hw, and quiz due every Sunday. As long as you stay consistent you'll be good. Labs were super fun and never boring. He's always there if you need help!10/10

I didn't think I could pass chem with an A but I did! I took hybrid and honestly, I enjoyed it. There's weekly homework, modules, and quizzes, but they're worth so much, that even if you fail both your midterm & final, you can still get a good grade! However, I will say, it's hard to skip class with him.

If you are one of those students who is looking for an easy A+ then take this professor for chemistry. all homework, quizzes, and video quizzes are online.

Best professor ever! Weekly discussion, quiz, and module due every Sunday for the lecture portion. Labs were fun and enjoyable. Midterm and final are pretty hard but you should be good if you take time to study. Would 100% take again though, I never thought I'd earn an A in Chem! Professor knows how to teach! Must Attend Class For Good Grade!

Mr. Higashi is one of the best professors at SCC. He cares about his students, is accessible outside of class, has a great sense of humor, explains clearly, and is completely open to questions. He does not just cater to the top part of the class, but wants everyone to understand the concepts he is teaching. Best Chem Teacher!

Professor Higashi is an amazing chem teacher - very kind, approachable, and truly cares about student success. The class can be challenging, but with weekly assignments and Higashi's helpful guidance, you can definitely succeed. I found unstuckstudy super useful for test prep!

I loved the class Dr. Higashi was amazing. He broke down concepts into simple terms and he helped walk us through labs. Admittedly I hated doing the online homework. Pearson is literally the most annoying thing ever. Despite the online hw and take home quizzes he was such a sweet dude. He's like the uncle who tells his life story at dinner.

This professor is arguably the best chem professor to take. All of his work and exams are on Canvas making the class an easy A. You do have to come in for labs and exams. He's very funny and easy to talk to. He will help you as much as he can. He also gives you a lot of extra credit for daily check-ins. I'd take this professor if you can.

Higashi is the kindest professor I've ever had at Solano. He explains things well, and has hilarious jokes. There was a weekly chapter homework and quiz. Chem is hard but just do homework and you'll be good. (Tip: if you don't know the answer you can get it on the internet) I never thought I'd get an A in chem. Anyone looking for a prof. Take him!

Higashi is so far the best professor I have had at Solano. He is so caring and funny (makes amazing jokes!) and his class was very interactive and memorable. I actually got an A in chemistry! I learned so much from him and his lectures (very informative and understandable, even the tougher concepts) You will be excited to go to class! Take him!

Sorry Higashi but Commodore was a better chem professor. I had to take this class as a requirement for a science major. Higashi is super sweet and caring, but if you have no knowledge of chem this class will be hard for you. He is good at answering questions, but is required to have a textbook and online tools! If you want a good laugh, come here!

This professor is very funny but still gets the lectures down while being engaging. He makes jokes or tells stories to make the material memorable. We have lots of labs where we work in teams and he is always available to help. Even if you ask a stupid question that shows that you didn't read this week's chapter, he will answer with no judgement.

Dr. Higashi! Take him for CHEM! You will not regret it. He is the best I'm so glad I took his class it was fun, he knows chem and if you feel stuck he has a great way of making you understand with a little help. Great guy.