4.6

John Lux

English - Baruch College

4.6
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21002150
Jul 9, 2002

He's grrrrreat!!!

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ENG2150
May 18, 2003

He is a wonderful teacher who appreciates every student for the individuals they are.

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ENG2150
Jun 20, 2003

HES A GREAT TEACHER.. EASY GRADER.

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21002150
Aug 19, 2003

I took him for both 2100 and 2150. Guess why I took him for the second english class? Really helpful when it comes to papers, he'll even fix 'em for you, and then grade them just to give you an A or A-.

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ENG2150
Sep 2, 2003

good grader

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ENG2100G
Nov 5, 2003

great prof. if i didnt like him, why would i have taken him for both classes?!? you'll def get a good grade.

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ENGL2100
Nov 8, 2003

easy A.. greay guy.. highly recommended.. easy going

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ENG
Nov 8, 2003

great guy, easy going, and wonderful person, got A, and as long as you try you will get an A too, and he really cares about the class

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ENG2100
Nov 13, 2003

AMazing great professor, really funny & laid back, is very helpful & an easy grader as long as u proof read and have no stupid gramatically mistakes

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ENG2150
Nov 20, 2003

GREAT teacher. He keeps it real. Got a nice A in the class and very nice man!!!! A++++++ for this teacher

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ENG2150
Nov 24, 2003

Very nice and very easy. His class is kind of boring though. Easy A.

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ENGLISH
Dec 1, 2003

He is an awesome guy! Pretty easy too!

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21002150
Dec 16, 2003

he's a really nice guy, he doesn't try to make life hard for you. easy grader. but you might fall asleep though.

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ENG2100
Dec 16, 2003

I enjoyed his class, except that he talks too much and it's true, you'll fall asleep. But if you do what he says, it's an easy A. Good teacher.

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ENG
Feb 6, 2004

Love Love Love this guy...had him for both of my intro eng classes...even came into school on friday's just for him. Easy grader, awesome guy, doesnt really care about lateness or absenses(as long as they are not chronic)...all u do is watch movies!

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ENGLISH21
Feb 10, 2004

great professor very nice. one of best in baruch. if not the best. easy grader. knows his stuff for sure. he came out of retirement to teach english again because he said he didnt want to stay home. the man is an A++ work

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ENG2150
Mar 24, 2004

He really makes you think about life and also brings out your inner personality/your emotions/your true self. I learned so much from him, I saw a change in me. Very interesting Professor, also very nice, even if ur late n embarassed,he never insults u

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ENG2100
Apr 21, 2004

Funny, cool great guy good teacher very easy going makes you feel comfortable

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ENG2100
Apr 29, 2004

Wow. What a guy. This professor is one of THE best at Baruch. Will learn a lot from him, he's a great guy. Not only does he teach English, but will teach you beneficial lessons about life. Respectful, caring, wonderful.

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ENG2150
May 18, 2004

He's wonderful. His classes make you think and he always give a story so that you can see what he's talking about. Take him & you won't regret it!

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ENG2150
May 21, 2004

haha knowin Lux he gave himself the chilipepper! lol he is great the best teacher in the world so mad hes not teaching a higher eng class. Easy A - u should take him! u wont regret it!!!

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ENG2150
Jul 11, 2004

If you want a good professor take him. But I'd recommend him because he is very wise and very kind. Great man to talk about spiritual matters. He's not like the confused liberals who hate America in this school! He's LEARNED from life and not just a book.

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ENG2150
Jun 24, 2004

Excellent professor. He's funny, interesting, and an easy grader. I hate english but i love his class.

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ENG
Jul 14, 2004

not only the best prof but a wise person he relates the class with his stories wish i had met him earlier very inspirational wish he taught more classes teaches you not only about English but about the intangibles in life

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ENG2150
Aug 2, 2004

Best teacher Alive! He doesnt care about attendance, but I still came because the guy is hilarious. Prof Lux wanted to fail me so that I can retake him haha. Hes the man! A's on all his papers, they took me about 30 minutes to do.

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2100
Nov 29, 2004

Really good teach... interesting conversations and topics, very liberal

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2100
Dec 8, 2004

THE BEST WRITING PROF IN ALL OF BARUCH... AND HES REALLY NICE..... GREAT GREAT GREAT!! ... TAKE HIM!

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ENGLISH
Dec 15, 2004

HE IS GREAT!

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ENG2850
Jan 23, 2005

GREAT TEACHER.. EASY GRADER.. VERY INTERESTED IN HIS STUDENTS.

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ENG2100
Jan 27, 2005

He is nice, funny, and easy going... besides, he could help u improve ur writing skillz.. he is very helpful... i would definitely recommend to take his class... i would love to have Lux as my Eng Professor again.. no doubt about that... Lux is da BEST!!

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ENGLISH
Mar 9, 2005

great

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ENG2150
Mar 17, 2005

two words: THE MAN!Very easy, very interesting-makes u think bout life a bit. papers r easy, and ide never thought ide say it, but they r fun to write 2. Take him for 2150-hes probably the best proffessor ive ever taken

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ENG2150
Apr 11, 2005

He's alright. At least he keep talking while most of the class r sleelping(bored to death)..but if u good at gramma...easy A, if not don't take him.

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ENG2150
May 16, 2005

If u write good essays, then take him. If not, leave him away. If u take his class, u will fall into sleep. Old man!

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ENG2150
May 26, 2005

All those good comments tricked me into that class. I took all my essays to the writting center and the sacc to get them fixed at least twice, but i still get an B- , C or D in most the essay. He has no standard of grading. He plays favorism, make sure he knows u if u want an A.

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ENG
May 27, 2005

I dun think he plays favorism. He favors good essays. As long as ur writing skill is up to scratch, u get what u deserve. HE IS A FAIR GRADER!!

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ENG2150
May 31, 2005

Yeah, i agree with the person right before me. He is very nice too and always would like to help. Don't be afraid to ask questions.

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ENG2150
Jun 1, 2005

He is an old man with nice personality. But his grading sux. I really dont understand how ppl gave him 5 on easiness.I got my worse grade from this man. BEWARE PPL. ONLY take his class if u are REALLY good at grammer or u just want to fail.

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ENG2150
Jun 2, 2005

Too much reading;too strict at grammar

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ENG2150
Jun 3, 2005

No Comments

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ENG2100
Jun 4, 2005

He is seriously the best teacher ever. i got an a on every essay i wrote and got an a in the class. he is such a nice guy and would help anyone. take his class

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ENG
Jun 9, 2005

ok what the hell do people think when they say he's hard...when ur a retarded stupid idiot then maybe u'll get a B- in the class. Only a complete moron would think this guy's hard. All u do is watch movies and write like 3 essays the wole term. Oh and for those of you retards who are bad in grammar try spell ckeck u morons!

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ENG2150
Jun 20, 2005

I thought this class was really easy. Got an A on every single essay. wrote them all the night before in about 2-3 hrs. there was no final either. he's really nice so if you do need help, he'd be more than willing to give it to you. sure it was kinda boring, but what english class isn't?

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2150
Jun 21, 2005

the worst professor I've ever had. Dun take him!!

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ENG
Jun 22, 2005

Take his class because he's an excellent professor. Not only is he funny but he's helpful and understanding too. He makes the class very entertaining by making jokes here and there. Don't listen to those who believe he's a horrible professor because you're losing out if you don't take him.

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ENG
Jun 23, 2005

I listened to the comments here and took his 2150, thinking it would be an easy class. I dropped my 2150 before and I thought this professor would be better and easier but I finally got a bad grade. He killed my GPA.

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ENG2100
Jun 28, 2005

The best English teacher I have ever had. His class was boring but easy.

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ENG2150
Jul 9, 2005

one of the best prof I've ever had! very nice person, helpful at psychology thinking. His class is a writing liberation. You can think freely, try new styles... but really, he doesn't teach much about grammar. but it's an Eng 2150 class in college, not an esl or high school english class, so you sohuld be responsible for your grammar.

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ENG2100
Nov 16, 2005

This is one of the best proffessors!!!! Took him twice and got A's... Great Person.. Take Him!!!!! A lot of Writing and thinking but, he is simply the best!

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ENG2100
Jul 13, 2005

great professor.... u do have to write alot though.. but in the end...ull get a good great as long as u do the work...don't think its just an easy class.. he does make u write...but as long as u do the work..u wont have any problems getting an easy grade

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ENG2150
Jan 10, 2006

so very nice and easy. great professor and you can actually learn a few thingsfrom this course. watched movies in class and he also doesn't give exams! wow.

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ENG2150
Feb 2, 2006

I'm taking the class now and this professor is intelligent, interesting, and funny. He is laid back and down to earth as well. Probably one of the best, if not the best, English professor in Baruch. Doesn't overwork you and the material is very easy.

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ENG21502100
May 26, 2006

He is the best!!! I took him twice, and I wish I could take him for every subject.The class is easy, however you do learn something at end of it. You have to write many essays, and read the stories because he gives suprise quizes, but you won't even feel like it's a lot of work. He is also funny and helpfull.

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ENG2150
Sep 19, 2006

amazing his great nice and sweet take him u wont feel sorry

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ENG2150
Nov 17, 2006

Professor Lux is truly one of the most interesting people I know, not just a professor. He is very helpful and teaches you about very important life lessons. His class is great, essays only and no final or midterms. If you have a problem, talk to him and he'll give you a second chance. He is great. =)

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ENG2150
Nov 20, 2006

Prof. Lux is one of the best English professor in Baruch. You actually learn something that you can apply to your own life. His themes are all interesting and the essay topics are very interesting to write about. Take him! You will not regret it!!!

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ENG2150
Jan 13, 2007

I would echo the other positive comments. Very smart, down to earth, great to work with. The readings are reasonable and he relates the material to life experience. I would sign up for any class he was teaching.

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ENG2150
Mar 1, 2007

My favorite class for my first semester at Baruch. the class was fun and the teacher is awesome but of course you got to do the readings and essays or else yor're no good. he's a funny guy and very helpful...the only class i got an A in...

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ENG2150
May 17, 2007

Very easy prof. Easy grader, very nice, helps you out in anything. Just do all the assingments and you'll be great. He;s kind of boring though.

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ENG2150
Jun 3, 2007

He is the best english professor and I promise you, you will not regret taking him. Very considerate and kind. Talks about interesting topics and doesn't put any pressure on anyone to participate. Easy grader on essays and flexible and extensions. Love him!! Easy A.

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ENG2150
Nov 13, 2007

if you don't get at least a B in his class you are a complete moron...enough said

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ENG2150
Jan 17, 2008

old guy is very strict about grammar, the first time I submit my paper without proofread then I got a D. So I went to writing center every time before I handed my paper. I got A in the end. 4 essay + 1 in class essay. Dude miss his class 5-6 times, and he always has some excuses. late grader, overall is not bad though.

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ENG2150
Jan 26, 2008

I walked into this class thinking it would just be an easy A, but I actually learned a lot from him. The stories and writing topics he selected really inspired me and got me thinking about life. You have the chance to express yourself and write creatively without worrying about strict grading. I agree, this guy is a blessing.

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ENG2150
Jan 31, 2009

Professor Lux is the easiest English professors one can have! His lectures were somewhat boring due to the fact that he is the only one talking and he repeats everything at least 10 times. Participation in class doesn't matter as he never stops talking. 4 books and 1 movie. 4-5 essays (2-3 pages) and one in-class essay (very linearly graded).

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ENG2150
May 10, 2009

Believe me,I have seen many good professors in Baruch College, but no one can be compared with Prof.Lux. He wants you to write clearly and correctly.He is an excellent personality.Very easy class.He take easy quizzes and essays are very easy to write.All the essays are 2 pages(doubled spaced.THE BEST PROFESSOR OF BARUCH COLLEGE!!!

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ENG2150
May 17, 2009

Mr. Lux is humble, full of wisdom and has a sense of humor. His assigned readings are all very defined works of literature. He taught me a lot about life. The teacher I had last semester made me nervous about my writing but Lux brought confidence back in me. Very nice guy and generous grader. Professor Lux I salute to you!

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ENG2150
May 27, 2009

This English class was very different from any other English class I had taken before. He focused more on readings that reflected on the flaws of human beings and thoughtful suggestions to eliminate some of those flaws. His class was very insightful and overall not very demanding. 7 essays 2 of which are in-class. Quizzes count as extra credit.

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ENG2150
Jun 1, 2009

VERy helpful, explains all the stories so clearly and then test you on it...gives small quizes which just increases your grade. Very good professor, must take him!

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ENG2150
Jun 5, 2009

Prof. LUX is the best and easiest English prof at Baruch. Please reserve a seat before he retires. Easy essays, short quizzes, and good reading materials. It is worth going to his class, just listen to him and you will learn a lot. You don't have to talk, cuz he does all the talking. Very laid back. Just sit at the back and relax... Awesome prof!

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ENG2150
Aug 23, 2009

greatest professor ever. He was very laid back and understanding. He takes attendance but you can miss a couple of classes and if you really cant be there email him day before he wont even count it as an absence. Papers were easy since he helped alot. Hes really nice just talk to him and hes always willing to help

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ENG2150
Nov 13, 2009

Hes very knowledgeable and teaches you about life. If you like to think, take this class. If you are ESL, avoid this class--your grade will suffer because he grades grammar very strictly. If you like to sleep in class, do not take it, dont waste space for people who actually want to listen to him. Hes very wise.

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ENG0102
Dec 24, 2009

Professor Lux is simply AMAZING! He makes you think about your own life through assigned readings! His lectures had great impact on me! I took many notes just for myself, cause I felt that what he tells is very important for each individual! Don't take him if you don't care and have no desire to listen to him and analyze life! Thank you Lux!

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ENG2150
Jan 4, 2010

His class in very interesting; lots of analysis, lots of writing. He'll know if you use internet for your papers. He gives a chance to earn extra credit throughout a semester. Overall, if you take his class he?ll teach you to pay attention to smallest details.

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ENG2150
Feb 2, 2010

My Best Professor ever. 7 papers total one in class. All of them are very easy to write.

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ENG2150
May 28, 2010

the easiest professor that you will probably ever have. He gave 7x 2 page essays(one in class for final) and short stories to read every week. Missed class a bunch of times but he's an old guy that lives far so it was expected.

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ENG2150
Jun 4, 2010

he is the best. i thought i will fail his class but he gave me time to improve. if you have perfect grammar then its an easy A. books needed, for short stories, daily quizs and 7 papers (2-3) pages each.

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ENG2150
Jun 4, 2010

Best and easy professor

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ENG2150
Jun 20, 2010

While Professor Lux is not that challenging, it was a pleasure to listen to his lectures about life. Most of our lectures/assignments are about human nature. My writing skills may not have improved significantly but I'm sure I will never forget the things he taught.

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ENG2150
Jul 12, 2010

HE IS THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!

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ENG2150
Nov 6, 2010

He is brilliant! Although not challenging, he is very knowledgeable and wise.He understands that being a student is difficult and often lets you hand in the assignment later. Very kind and intelligent!

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ENG2150
Nov 9, 2010

Awesome professor, talks throughout class all you need to do is listen. There are several two page essays, all you need to do is ace them to get an A!!

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ENG2150
Nov 17, 2010

Awesome professor, would rate this twice just to give him a good rating. He talks throughout class and all you have to do is listen. A HERE I COME.

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ENG2150
Jan 26, 2011

This was THE BEST CLASS I've taken at Baruch! And the best professor ever! He teaches you about life, things you will never forget!

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ENG2150
Jan 29, 2011

Undoubtedly he is the best professor I have ever had. He will make you think about life. It is unfortunate that he is retiring after this semester:(

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ENG2150
Jun 5, 2011

Why couldn't all professors be like prof. Lux?

Class Info

Textbook Required

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Rating Trend

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2100

5.0

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21002150

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ENG2100G

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ENGLISH

5.0

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5.0

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