3.8

Joseph Davey

Law - Rowan University

3.8
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Hands down, one of the best I have ever learned from

CIVILASPECTS - 4.0 rating

Class is very challenging, but do not avoid him because of this

LHR05401 - 5.0 rating
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CIVILLAW
Apr 22, 2003

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LHRIGHTS
Apr 27, 2003

I graduated in 2001. I thought Davey was a good teacher. He may be a little hard, but he brings true meaning to the word 'professor'... THIS IS COLLEGE PEOPLE!!!

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CRIMLAW
Jul 3, 2003

ball buster, will make u look stupid, loves himself but is an excellent professor, hard work earned me an A

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LAW
Jul 17, 2003

Excellent professor, he's kind of hard, but if you do the work, you'll do well. If you're planning on going to law school you should take as many classes with Dr. Davey as possible, as he will prepare you better than any other Professor.

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LAW
Dec 4, 2003

Davey is an amazing teacher because you actually remeber what he says. He's a man of definitions so stick with them, b/c he's tough but his class if definately worth the work

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CRIMLAW
Dec 15, 2003

Very Hard. Thinks very highly of himself. Did not explain anything just threw it all on us.

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SEMINAR
Mar 28, 2004

I took him for four classes Love listening to his stories. Very hard class but you will learn. He is a Professor that you will either Hate or Love. Good luck and take good notes!

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LAW
Apr 5, 2004

Great teacher-you will remember everything he tells you. Comical. Definition man so remember what he says.On tests, write the defs. and u will get an A, Awesome classes-only person I've learned things from.

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CRIMLAW
Apr 27, 2004

Overrall the class was good. He teaches you a lot and you will understand it. There is a lot of case briefs. You have 2 midterms and a final which is only 4 essays.

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LAWANDHUMANR
Dec 11, 2004

He tells you want the test essays are on, if you fail them you must be retarded!! Loved his class and will take him again

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LAWANDHUMAN
Dec 15, 2004

Davey is one of the best teachers that I have ever had. He is interesting, and your feel like you actually learned something when you leave his class. His tests are not easy, and his class requires work, but if you actually want something out of college, take Davey. I'd take him again anyday!!

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SEMINAR
Dec 16, 2004

very difficult. but really challenges you to think (this is afterall college) overall for being a writing intensive class, hardly any papers. his tests are INSANE tho! overall a great professor.

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CRIMINALLAW
Feb 27, 2005

You learn a good amount about law and he's a smart guy but looks down on you if your unclear about something. Not the type of class where kids feel comfortable asking questions. His tests are insane, I would never take him again. He should have been a lawyer and not a teacher.

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LAWHUMANRIGHTS
Jun 14, 2005

started off failing, but ended up with a b+, u just have to learn how to study for his tests and you'll be fine. very challenging class, but by far the class i've learned the most in, esp. take him if ur going to law school

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LAWAMPHUMAN
Aug 24, 2005

one of the best professors in the law & justice department.

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CRIMINALLAW
Aug 30, 2005

tough class if you dont pay attention but as long as you go to class, pay attention and study for the tests then you'll do fine. he's a very good professor, he just expects you to work for your grades which you should have to do anyway.

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CRIMINALLAW
Aug 31, 2005

If your r a slacker, you will fail. Study, do the work and write essays his way and you will pass. If you plan to be a lawyer, take him. The class is 3 exams, if you have an A going into the final you dont have to take it.

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CRIMINALLAW
Sep 7, 2005

Amazing Teacher!! Best Prof i've ever had!! His classes are hard as hell and you have to pay attention. You definately have to work for your grades, but hes fair and you'll learn ALOT!! His test involve alot of writing but if you do your briefs and pay att

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LHRPOLPROC
Grade: B+
Oct 12, 2005

I agree with every other comment on this apge. I had Professor Davey in 99 and 00 and got A's both times. I am still using what he taught me. Also, Im currently in law school and his testing and teaching style is very simlar to what Im experiencing now. Im also way ahead of the game in certain area's of Con Law than other students thanks to his classes. I wish I had the opportunity to take him again.

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CRIMINALLAW
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 29, 2005

He is one of the best professors i ever had. I changed my schedule for next semester to make sure I had him as my teacher. I plan to take as many classes from him as possible. The class is tough but he will clear up any info for you. He makes you want to be a good student.

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CRIMINALLAW
Dec 19, 2005

His class was very interesting and he definitely knows the material. He can be intimidating to approach if you need help, though. Overall a good professor, I learned alot.

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EVERYCLASS
Jan 18, 2006

One of the best teachers Rowan has to offer. Had him in '03, '04 & '05, got A's in every class. By far the brightest professor you will ever have, just take excellent notes and you will do well, if you DON'T, you WILL fail

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LAWHUMAN
May 3, 2006

Great teacher and an interesting class. Not nearly as hard as I thought the class was going to be. I recommend him.

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CRIMLAW
Dec 13, 2007

Absolutley excellent professor for those who want to learn this subject. Teaches the Socratic method to perfection. Probably the best professor I've had at Rowan.

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LAWLAW
Dec 20, 2007

Davey is one of the most challenging professors I've ever had. He has a pretty good sense of humor but is a little annoying when it comes to sarcasm.. He makes nothing easy and to get an "A" you will work your *ss off. You have no choice but to learn under his direction.

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CRIML220
Jan 5, 2008

the best professor i've ever had. he has a great teaching style and uses examples that you will remember. Yes, you must go to class and study hard, but if you do, you'll get a good grade. I highly suggest taking one of his classes, you WILL learn alot.

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CRIMLAW
Jan 15, 2008

always made class interesting and gives examples that are easy to relate to. you'll work hard but you'll learn alot

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CRMLWSECT
Jan 15, 2008

Davey was by far the hardest professor i have taken!He will put you to work.Do not take Davey if you are not serious about the course.If you want an easy A don't take him.Make sure you come to class and take good notes!!Exams or insane!He is the first one to leave class so hard to track down for any help.I studied hard and only got a C! HARD PROF!!

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CRIMLAW
Jan 19, 2008

Really good teacher, incredibly smart and knows what he is talking about. Tests are hard and mostly essays but if you take notes and remember the important things he stresses in class its possible to get an A. Highly recommended.

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CRIM0000
Mar 5, 2008

Great teacher, knows his material, but if you dont take class seriously or like to miss class dont take him. His Test are very hard

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LAWHU213
Apr 4, 2008

Unlike most professors at Rowan and in the Lawe/Justice Department, Dr. Davey is a truly smart and dedicated academian. Class is not a cake walk, but you will feel smarter leaving after his lectures....read the book like it is the bible and write down everything he saysor emphasizes.grades mostly on exams but is fair with a curve to the class avg.

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LJ101
Apr 4, 2008

I took Seminar with Dr Davey a few semesters ago and the material had nothing to do with law and justice. He made us update his book for our senior project which was not based on Law. He is not helpful and very egotistical. I learned nothing except for how much Davey gets away with taxes. Don't take his classes...

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CJ400
Apr 29, 2008

I had him at WNEC and to this day he was my favorite professor. I worked hard and he is the only professor I remember making us do presentations in front of the class instead of long papers (which is not useful in the real world). Thanks Prof Davey, you were the best teacher I ever had!

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CRIMLAW
May 19, 2008

Best teacher I've had in my life. Very straight forward about what will be on the exams. Do the briefs, go to class and pay attention and you'll do fine.

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CRIMLAW
May 19, 2008

Best teacher I've had in my life. Very straight forward about what will be on the exams. Do the briefs, go to class and pay attention and you'll do fine.

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LAW500
Sep 8, 2008

He is very intelligent which brings me to my next concern- why is he teaching at Rowan? His knowledge and complex method of teaching enables him to literally teach at any Ivy League Law School. Knows the law, teaches like a law professor& expects students to participate as they would in law school. BE PREPARED TO WORK VERY HARD OR YOU WILL FAIL!

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LAWHR
Jan 20, 2009

Extremely hard, does not help, does not offer extra credit. He's also completely pompous and seems to think he's teaching at Columbia or Harvard Law.

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ABC00
Jan 21, 2009

Best teacher at Rowan University! I said best not the easiest! Teaches in a way that makes it easy to remember. Go to class, READ the book, be ready to be called on, hand in briefs and you will do great! Make sure to pay attention to his lectures, and handouts because it is EXACTLY what he looks for in the essay part of the exams!

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LAW401
Mar 30, 2009

THE TERMINATOR!!!

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LAWHUM
Apr 2, 2009

Extremely hard teacher. Class is extremely dry and not interesting. Quizzes are also hard. Tests are blue books that you need to fill with his exact words. Take advantage of extra credit when you can & try to get an A on your mid-term so you can be exempt from the final.

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CRLAW101
Apr 6, 2009

i made it for one day and peaced. alot of work for each class, harsh grader. took 5 points from a person on the second day because he did not have the hw from the first class (he just signed up that day). belongs at harvard law not RU

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LAWHU1
Apr 14, 2009

he was soo hard.i studied day and night for his class.too much work

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LAWHR5
Apr 30, 2009

got a c in his criminal law class then decided to take him for law and human rights, got an A-....once you get how he teaches it's not that bad....and for people saying he belongs at harvard law....this is college , you pay money to take classes here, get the most bang for your buck...stop b*itching

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RIGHTS101
May 5, 2009

Comes off as an ass day 1, but hes cool.3 Quizzes HARD. Mandatory HW for every class, but its easy. 3 test which require ALOT of memorizing. He wants exactly his words. Basically tells you what will be on the test though. 4 Short answer, 3 Essays & 15 easy MC questions. GRADES HARD. You'll learn some cool stuff so Take him but be prepared to work.

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LAW401
May 19, 2009

A brilliant man. Knows how to get his point across. Changed my views in life, believe it or not. Keeps class very interesting and you will learn a lot of interesting things. Is hilarious when he gives examples in class and you really learn a lot. The best Professor in Law at Rowan, in my view.

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CRLAW101
Aug 12, 2009

Knows what he is talking about. Need book on the first day of clas you will get briefs to do every class which he will call on you to read. His tests are based entirely on what he says in class so they are extremely hard. His is very interesting and digresses a lot but you learn a lot about the topic and outside of it. Take him, worth the work.

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LW401
Aug 18, 2009

The class wasn't as hard as everyone says. Do not take it in the summer if you are not planning on spending HRS after class reading. I took it for first time this summer and i got an A. He's really a great professor. AND he tells you what quests will b on the essay part of test- you have to b an idiot to not pass. class was really interesting

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LAWHR
Dec 21, 2009

When you leave this class you will have learned something, regardless of your grade. Davey explains the issues in class and supplements his lectures with the case law from the book. You will read the entire book, (more than once for an A, and have to show up to every class to do good.) Taking good notes is essential as well.

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CLAW101
Dec 23, 2009

He is so intelligent it's ridiculous. You need to remember exactly what he lectures for the test (which is a lot of information) but it's not impossible. I would recommend him to anyone because he is so interesting to listen to and gives examples that are hard to forget. Take him if you can!

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LWHR05
Jan 22, 2010

This guy talks more about his personal experience more than anything. He is not helpful, always wanting to leave right after the class and not answer any questions.

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LAWJ202
Feb 28, 2010

Greatest teacher of all time. The mans a genius, he is the kinda of professor you hope to get at College.

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LHR202
Apr 28, 2010

The best teacher I have ever had in my entire life. His lectures keep you interested and you learn a ton if you pay attention. Grades on a curve

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LAWJ201
Jul 14, 2010

Davey is amazing... be prepared to accept a new way of viewing the world and how we interact with others. Make the book your new bible, memorize key lines in his lectures, and always have his book ready in class along with the case briefs assigned regularly. Its hard not to be impressed with his knowledge and stories from his career. Highly rec.

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LAW101
Dec 12, 2011

Anybody who says he is hard is just plain lazy. He gives you the terms you should use on the tests. All you have to do is use them and define them in the tests and you pass. You are exempt from the final if you are a certain amount of points above the class average. Lucky for me everybody is lazy and kept the average low. I passed with an A.

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LHR1
Dec 22, 2011

This class isn't as much work as people say it is. It's college, get over it. The three quizzes are a bit tough, so you have to read the book more than once. The 2 tests consist of 3 essays, 4 cases, and 20 MC. The final is 4 essays I believe. Take him; you'll get a lot out of the class if you pay attention and care about the law.

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LAWJ401
Dec 22, 2011

Great professor who was very intelligent and taught this very interesting course in a manner I could understand which resulted in high grades on my tests.

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CRIMLAW
Feb 29, 2012

have him for law and human rights. very very very good teacher and he even wrote the book required for the class-very well written, clear and easy to understand. however, his tests are very hard and you should attend every single class if you want to do well. brief cases every class and discuss the relevence of the constitution. A+

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LAW1
Jan 2, 2013

Had him for Law and Human Rights. He knows his stuff, I'll give him that, and he even wrote the book required for the course. But damn is this class hard! The tests and quizzes are insane and the mid-term and final consist of all essay questions. Take him at your own risk!

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LAWHR1
Jan 10, 2013

people who hate this man are just mad they couldn't handle the work. it's college not hs. I LOVED THIS CLASS. He is extremely intelligent, up-to-date on all current events, & FUNNY. He has the best views on law & politics, I couldn't disagree with one thing he said. he gives you a letter of recommendation to ANY law school if you get an A

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LAWHMNR
Jan 10, 2013

I dont think Ive ever met a prof this intelligent b4. Very enlightening on many subjects, not just CrimJ. He knows his stuff, and will write u a letter of recomendation if u get an A. Blue book essays for exams=make or break ur grade. Class is nothing but easy, but this man makes it entertaining! He has so much to offer his students,take him

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LAWANDSOCIETY
May 11, 2013

The first day of class he practically growled at us for not wanting to come early to a class that was scheduled from 5-7 p.m. A Master's course where we covered 4 1/2 topics out of a possible 14 so we could here Davey B.S. Ruined a perfect 4.0 GPA Professor is a fraud who does the bare minimum then hammers u on grading with no explanation. Joke

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LAWHR
May 18, 2013

Law and Human rights is a 400-level course so it'll be difficult from the beginning. The three quizzes are a little difficult, but you have to read the book a few times. The exams are easy because he gives you everything you need to put in the essays prior in class. Just go to class and write what he says down and you'll be okay.

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LHR
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2014

I took Law and Human Rights and Criminal Law with this dude and he's the man. Everyone says he's so hard but it's a very simple concept to understand.. He wants you to write on the exams exactly what he said in class. It doesn't get easier. The material is dry but he gives it to you. Mostly essay exams and quizzes and he gives exemptions to finals

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LAW05401
Jan 16, 2014

very hard teacher. take someone else if possible

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LAWJ05401
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
May 6, 2014

HARDEST CLASS I'VE EVER HAD! I tried so hard and I actually studied but still managed to fail every test/quiz. This man is the toughest grader I've ever met. DO NOT TAKE HIM OR THIS CLASS if it's not mandatory

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LHR
May 9, 2014

Davey will push you to your limit. It is a upper level course, and you should expect work from it. Do not take the class lightly. He is a very smart man, hard to talk to sometimes, but make yourself known and show you care/try, and he will notice. You basically get a F or an A in the class. I recommend it, I learned a lot.

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LAWANDHR
Grade: Fail
Jul 20, 2014

Really tough class, everything is based on a curve in the end. Do what he says and you should pas, takes a lot of work to do this though. He wrote the book for the class so you really need to read it and know it. Hardest class I have ever taken.

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LAWANDHUMANR
Grade: A
Aug 4, 2014

I took this class in Spring 2013. I did horrendous on my first quiz but only because I was extremely unprepared. If you put the work in and listen, the class is easier than everyone whines about. Take notes, listen, read the materials and you will do fine. It is a 400 level course, I guess people come unprepared!

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LAWHUMANRIGHT
Aug 28, 2014

WORST CLASS YOU WILL EVER TAKE! He calls on you in every single class, there are several quizzes and test. he can care less about your grade. very sarcastic and rude! He wrote the book so he knows everything like the back of his hand. Good Luck!!!!!!!!

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CIVILASPECTS
Nov 5, 2014

Hands down, one of the best I have ever learned from. Actually expects you to be literate, able to figure things out, and well be actual college material. It's not hard if you do the reading and the work and comprehend it. The people who say he is just too hard and difficult are lazy, stupid, and should not even be in school.

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05401
Dec 9, 2014

Terrible professor, he grades ridiculously hard and doesn't care whether or not the whole class is failing. Brags about kids that have had to take his class three times to pass. If you don't have to take this class don't do it.

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LAWHRIGHTS400
Dec 20, 2014

TAKE THIS CLASS! Don't run away from Davey by taking this class with a different prof. He is the man. Very witty and honestly the smartest prof I've had in my four years of college. Regurgitate what he says in class on the essay tests and you will do well. He wrote the book; READ it SEVERAL times and quote him in your essays and you'll be solid.

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LHR05401
Grade: A+
Nov 2, 2015

Class is very challenging, but do not avoid him because of this. He is extremely smart and interesting. Definitely read the book because he wrote it. If you do this, and pay attention in class, you will succeed. The tests are mostly essays, but he basically tells you what he wants you to write.

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LAWJ05401
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2015

He is, by far, the best professor I have had yet. Also, he is the most difficult. This is because he expects the most out of every student. He is a fountain of information and I loved sitting through his lectures. I found that three hours flew by when listening to him. Please take him, you will not regret it in the end if you are a hard worker.

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CLAW101
Grade: F
Apr 19, 2016

Great guy. VERY TOUGH GRADER. Only blue book essay tests.

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LAW05401
Grade: Rather not say
Jun 23, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This professor does not care about students at all. His classes are lecture heavy and there's lots of homework. I would not refer anyone to take his class. As he showed me from the beginning that he does not care whether his students understand the material or not. He is not accessible after the class. I wouldn't take his class if it were free!

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CRLAW101
Grade: B+
Jan 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Lectures the whole entire course. He doesn't create a power point and rarely writes on the board. So you need to be fully attentive at all times. He gives only blue book tests which normally is eh but he's a very hard grader. If you take this course expect to work your ass off and not even do that well tbh

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LAW05401
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

The only problem that I had after taking Law and Human Rights with Dr. Davey was the feeling that most of my professors did not compare to his quality of teaching. Prepare before each class, pay attention, and review material before quizzes and exams. It doesn't take hours upon hours. If you can do those three things, you'll do well.

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LAWJ05401
Grade: F
Sep 9, 2017
Would take again

He's one of the hardest professors I have ever had at the two schools I attended. I did not pass his class but he will teach you what you need to learn. He made the law interesting to learn and his tests are simple if you understand the material. He doesn't change the style of how he tests you so after the first see what questions he asks.

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LAWHRIGHTS400
Grade: A+
Oct 23, 2017
Would take again

Davey is awesome!!!! I recommend him to everyone who has to take Law and Human Rights. I love his lectures. You MUST read his book. He literally quotes stuff straight from his book. ALL BLUE BOOK TESTS. If you pay attention you will pass. He is very smart and love what he has to say. If you have the opportunity, definitely take him

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LAWJ05469
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

I had Davey for Law & Human Rights last year and just had him for Senior Seminar (by choice). LHR has case studies (easy), 2 midterms and 3 quizzes. But SrSem was only two tests and a paper that he didn't put much emphasis on. If you take notes exactly how he says them in class and give as much of that back to him on the tests, you're golden.

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LAWJ05401
Grade: A-
Dec 30, 2017
Would take again

If you are a Law And Justice Major i reccommend taking him one of the brightest and most experienced professor i've met my college tenure. Pay attention in class and take notes all of the information you need is in his books. A very tough grader but, as long as you study you should be fine. Yes he caused me stress this semester but great experience

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LAW05401
Grade: A
May 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He writes his own textbooks. Please read all pages & remember all quotes and who said them as he will be asking questions like this on his quizzes. You are graded on 3 quizzes, 2 midterms and a final-which is 5 essays. Makes you do 2-5 case briefs a week but does not grades them. Take notes and write anything you know in your essays.

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