Very smart in politics. His grades are based on the tests, but they are only thirty questions long. If you know how to study you will make an A in this class. I study about three hours for the test.

Very intelligent. He knows his stuff. Tests are difficult but all you have to do is study. He's readily available to students. Great political science teacher.

Put out or get it out. Dr. Pybas demands excellence. Work diligent and you WILL be prepared for Law School!

Dr. Pybas is an extremely nice person and techer. He is extremely smart, yet helpful. He is very fair, and does cancel some classes.

Probably one of the best, yet most difficult professors. The class discussions are great, and the class is surprising fun. Dr. Pybas cares about his students and it shows. He is definitely an asset to SMSU's Political Science Department.

Dr. Pybas is very nice and clear. His tests are a bit difficult but if you take thorough notes and study, you will do fine. I really enjoyed his class.

He's a really nice guy. I don't like politics, but the class isn't too bad because he brings up interesting points/discussions. Tests are a little harder than other classes, it seems, but still manageable.

He is a little difficult, but he's clear and will discuss something if you don't feel you get it. He expects you to try in his class, so it's not an easy A, but I liked the class and learned a lot. Don't take him if you're not willing to try, but I heard that he's one of the best PLS professors.

He was very clear on everything that he talked about. His class is hard but it is accomplishable as long as you listen and take good notes. He doent write out notes so you have to be a good listener.

I am not a poitical science buff at all, but he makes this class interesting. He doesn't have printed notes but if you listen it is not hard to follow. He is always willing to discuss in class or out of class anything you don't understand.He goes over topics for test day before test. Take him.

Very nice guy with a slight sense of humor. He knows his stuff and is very willing to help, but he's just not the best at teaching it. I might have picked someone a little more interesting. He can be a little dull.

His class is kind of hard, he expects a lot of work from his students to get an A. He explains things pretty well, but his lectures can be pretty boring. He is very smart and is pretty willing to help you if you need it. If you are looking for an easy PLS class this isnt it.

Great instructor. Challenging, intelligent, and thorough. Not an easy A by any means, but if you are willing to put forth the effort you will leave this class with a clearer and more complete understanding of Political Science, democracy, and U.S. Citizenship. I recommend this instructor!!!!!

I found this class very difficult, and it was the only class of the semster that I did not receive an A in. He seems very educated, but the class is very boring. He is willing to give you help if you need it.

If you want an A you have to earn it, and he tells you that the first day of class, he forces you to learn and not just slide on through. His tests are all matching and true/false and he posts his notes and test reviews on blackboard. Great guy.

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he knows what he is talking about. although the only grades are tests, they are not hard. if you go to class and take notes and read over them for the tests you will do well. but you do have to go to class. and he now gives an option for extra credit which is easy.

A challenging and thorough professor, but seems to value hard work for it's own sake (entertainment value?) and not towards a more benevolent end of student learning. He said our papers deserved insightful comments, but just marked mine up with the work "awkward" and marked a low grade on it...

A fun interesting class and a nice, somewhat funny guy. Quizzes are an easy B or A if you study although they are all true false which is tricky. He has 2 tests which are take home and take hours and hours to do, although they are tough they are somewhat interesting. He grades very hard and you should be rediculously smart if you want an A

I honestly think he is a nice guy, outside of class anyway... however, I think you have to be realllly smart to make a good grade in the class. He loves! true and false questions as well!

This class was a challenge. Pybas is very smart, probably the smartest of my professors. The tests are difficult, especially the true/ false. If you are interested in political science or care about learning and not just your grade, take him! You will learn a lot and he is very good about responding to emailed questions.

Make no mistake, Pybas is HARD. He demands EXCELLENT work and study from you, but he is one of the wisest men I've ever met. He knows his stuff and he's more than happy to help you understand. Sit in front (in the same place every class)take notes, copy your notes, study in a group, read every day. I would definitely take him again. Nice guy.

I guess some of these reviews are old but i had his PLS honors class and I loved it! He put history into the politics and makes it interesting. Yes, his tests are hard but just do your studying and pay attention in class and you'll be fine! He loves discussion and is a really nice guy. I reccomend his class to anyone.

Prof. Pybas expects you to put in a great deal of time and effort (reading assignments are long and can be tedious, and tests/papers are definitely a challenge), but if you're seriously committed to learning about the topic, you'll benefit from his experience and knowledge. He's also more than fair; gave me a much-needed extension on a paper.

Proffesor Pybas is very passionate about wjhat he teaches and like all people who are passionate he takes it very seriously. He is has very hard tests, but his lecure is very interesting and full of discussion. I took his gen ed class and enjoyed it if that is possible, i recomend taking him for your pls 101 class

Dr. Pybas is phenomenal. I had absolutely zero interest in his class but he had me hooked halfway through the first day. He is very passionate and his lectures are interesting. He is one of the hardest pls 101 instructors, but the knowledge you gain from him is well worth the struggle for a decent grade.

He is a very hard teacher, but his class is not impossible. Pay attention in class and look over the definitions in the textbook before the tests and you will be fine. He doesn't care about attendance, so you could just keep up in the text and not go to class and probably do fine, because his lectures follow the text exactly.

He talks kind of mono tone. But he has a lot of interesting things to say. You don't necessarily have to be in class, but his tests are kind of hard.

Pybas loves what he teaches, but I hated this class. I took it honors so maybe he expected more of us. The discussions were above my head. We rarely used the book. He gave tests from his lectures and 2 essays from a study guide that was a nightmare to complete. It was the 10 article summaries that kept my grade alive. He was available for help.

One of my favorite professors ever. Anyone who compains that Dr. Pybas is too hard is just lazy, in reality. Yes, there are lots of readings and he expects students to study (imagine that). He is a very fair grader when it comes to papers and essay tests, though true/false can be a bit tricky. Great sense of humor. If you need - ASK!

I have taken two of his classes (PLS 515 and 518) and will take PLS 517 in the spring. Good professor. You HAVE to do the readings and display a good work ethic. If you are not prepared to do that, don't take the class. He enjoys the material he is teaching and is accessable outside the classroom. I highly recommend him.

Dr. Pybas definitely knows his stuff. I enjoyed his class and learned a lot. He's always willing to help, whether its about his class or not. It is by no means an easy class. If you have no interest in the subject, Pybas probably would not be the best choice for you. Attendance is required for a good grade on the tests. Be sure to read the book.

He is really slow and slightly monotone but he does cover the subject really well. If you like to talk in class it is good cause he always asks for input from students and it adds to the conversation. I really enjoyed it and he is really helpful outside of class, he will do a lot for his students.

pybas is a really cool guy, but he talks kind of quiet so i'd suggest sitting towards the front. you really have to listen because he doesn't use powerpoints or anything. i went to every single class, but his tests were still very difficult. i like him a lot as a person, but i'd suggest a different teacher.

I like Pybas, although a lot of people don't. Sit near the front, take careful notes (he doesn't use powerpoint), and study. If you do that, you'll succeed. Don't blow this class off and think you can pass. Also, he doesn't as much test you on reading the text, but he will on definitions derived from it. Just copy the definitions & study.

This guy is awesome. He knows a ton about constitutional law. Yes, his classes are difficult. Boohoo. Stop being so lazy. This is college.

This professor is fantastic! He comes off as very hard core at first, but he's actually really nice. The class is a little rough because the only grades are the tests, but as long as you pay attention in class and take notes, you should be fine. He's excellent at helping you understand, and is great at answering questions. I highly recommend him!!

Dr. Pybas warned us on the first day of class that he is a super hard teacher, but that's really an exaggeration. While the material can be challenging, with a little effort this class should be a no brainer. I would take this professor again.

Excellent professor. Dry sense of humor, and very knowledgeable about the subject material. His tests are pretty much all from the lecture. Tests are multiple choice and true/false. He gives you a study guide, as well. Read the book a little, show up to class, take notes, and you'll be fine.

You MUST attend class to receive a good grade in this course. He gives no homework or quizzes. If you attend class and take notes you will get an A. I've heard a lot of complaints about him, but I thought he was great. He really cares about his students understanding the material.

Great teacher, made class interesting. If you attend all the classes , and take notes you can earn a B or A

Dr. Pybas made a subject that was daunting into something that I actually found very interesting. Take detailed notes because there are no PowerPoints or homework. He gave a study guide with everything that would be on the test. Do the study guide and you're golden. Pybas has a very dry sense of humor and passion for the subject.

He has a very dry sense of humor but is a brilliant Con law professor. His tests are 50 true/false and then an essay portion. He grades his essays and his paper pretty fairly. If you show up and ask questions a B is very doable.

I can respect Dr. Pybas, but his tests are super difficult! I did the study guides, and thought I new the material, but still barely got a B. You need to read the book!!!

Yes, this class is a challenge. You will have to study and you will have to put a lot of extra work into it. But if you really don't understand something go and talk to him. He makes way more sense if you go into his office hours. I learned a lot in his classes and plan on taking others.

Show up to class, take notes, and ask questions. Read the book!!! I can't stress that enough! You get four exams in this class, that's it. The only homework is the readings. If you need help, don't be afraid to ask, he's actually a cool guy if you get to know him. However, he does talk the entire lecture time and his voice can be a little monotone.

Pybas is a great guy! Very dry sense of humor. Pretty quite, so sit towards the front. Just pay attention, take notes, and if you struggle just email him and find a time to meet. He's very helpful if you reach out to him. The great thing about him is that if you don't miss more than 5 classes, he'll drop your lowest test score.

Dr. Pybas is a very intelligent man. Although the tests are difficult, he makes you work for the grade you receive in the class. What is nice about his course is that if you miss 4 or less class periods, he drops your lowest test score. He is a great professor and really cares about your grade, but you just have to work for it if you want an A.

Not terrible. You don't really need to read the cases as long as you take good notes. Sometimes confusing

Dr. Pybas is a very challenging but fair professor. I'm not going to lie, his class was the hardest one I have taken in college. However, he really prepares you for law school and really causes you to work hard (which is how college should be). However, if you do the readings, have good attendance, and study hard, you will excel in his class.

Kevin is a good guy and a decent teacher, classes are very lecture heavy but if you listen and take good notes there's no reason you wont get an A he covers his tests very well throughout his lectures. If you take this class show up, listen, and you'll do well. PLS 101

He's a really easy professor if you come to class and take notes. The homework is weekly, online, and out of the text book but it's nothing too difficult or time consuming. He's a really easy professor for PLS 101 and he doesn't go on any political rants and remains very unbiased in his lectures. Recommend for those who need the class for Gen Ed.

Hes really smart and pretty funny. By far my easiest class.

Very interesting guy. I enjoyed his class.

Dr. Pybas is one of the best professors I have ever had, not to mention a great pre-law advisor. You must do the reading to prepare for class. He is extremely knowledgeable and that shows in his lectures. He is extremely accessible and more than willing to offer help or advice. If you are struggling at all, take the initiative to ask for help!

Honestly I dont understand the bad reviews on here. Dr. Pybas cares a lot about his students and their understanding of the subject matter and it really shows. Obviously if you don't do the assigned reading and study you're not going to do well, but its a college course. I had to miss a test and he was super accommodating, I'd highly recommend him.

While he is pretty monotone, he's hilarious and interesting to listen to. If you answer/ask questions he'll like you but otherwise he wont bug you. As long as you go to all the lectures, actually pay attention, and take good notes this class shouldn't be too hard. 96% of the grade is tests so if you don't do the assignments your totally fine.

He is monotone, but honestly he is a very good professor. He knows what he is talking about. Yes 96% of your grade comes from your tests, BUT if you show up to class and take notes you will have exactly what you need to study, plus if you don't miss more than a couple of classes then he'll drop the lowest test score. Honestly it's worth it.

You have to go to class and take detailed notes if you want to get an A, but it definitely isn't impossible. The lectures can get boring, but Pybas is a very intelligent teacher that has extensive knowledge on the topics discussed. His study guides have everything you need for the test, just make sure to review the textbook vocab.

Everyone's saying this dude is hard in his intro level class. I say they're wrong. Fall 2018 we had 3 tests and a final. If you missed fewer than 4 days, he'd drop your lowest test grade. He answers every single question, even if it's "stupid." Before every test, he gives a great study guide. Pair that with the online homework and you'll pass.

I'm taking his Constitutional Law I class and I have to say it's enjoyable. Most of the class is discussion, so you have to read the cases before you go into class to be able to understand everything, but he makes sure that everyone understands the material before you leave. My only complaint is he tells you the week of if you have a quiz.

Dr. Pybus is my absolute FAVORITE professor I have ever had. I am a political science major and he makes the information so clear. In lecture he makes sure to answer any questions students may have and voice his opinion while also respecting the opposing side of his.

I WILL NOT STAND FOR THIS SLANDER ON KEVIN PYBAS! Pybas is a great prof for getting the gen ed requirement of PLS 101 out of the way. He is very passionate about the work he does. As long as you go to class, take notes, and ask questions, you will do fine! He also will drop your lowest test score if you miss less than 3 or 4 day. Highly recommend.

Dr. Pybas is a tough professor but fair. He will push you to understand the material rather than just have it memorized. He loves to engage in discussion and is very responsive and helpful for questions in and outside of class time. Not an easy class but you will learn a lot.

I have taken two courses with Dr. Pybas. By far the most challenging courses I have taken in college, but also where I have learned the most. He pushes you to understand the material, not just memorize it. You can't put in minimal effort in the class and expect to do well. You have to read the cases and listen to the lectures to really keep up.

Dr. Pybas is by far one of the toughest professors in the Political Science department. If you are a Public Law minor, you have to take all three of his Constitutional Law classes. I loved his classes and learned a lot. Beware of memorization of cases, three quizzes, two tests, and a term paper (that's how all of his classes are set up).

From the poor reviews, I was worried to have him as a teacher but he's really a great guy. He doesnt use powerpoints so be prepared to pay close attention and read the material. Just show up to class and you'll do fine.

While it's not as interesting as the 517 section, it is not too bad. Dr. Pybas is great and helpful if you go to his office hours; don't wait until after the midterm to go. He's not a tough grader, just specific. You have to read the cases for class and pay attention because it is hard, so don't skip. It's only 3 quizzes, 2 exams, and a paper.

Pybas is made out to be a scary guy but, he is a nice man who just enjoys talking. He has a lot of knowledge of everything that he teaches, but get ready to go through a few pens for this class, he never stops talking and you never know what will be on the test. If you skip class, you will likely stuggle on the tests worth 95% of your grade.

I think Pybas is unfairly scrutinized by those unwilling to put effort into his classes. He is knowledgeable and not the mean old man he's made out to be. If you go to office hours, you'll see that he's a great dude, and while his courses are challenging, you will learn a lot. Tough, but fair. You'll get out what you put in. Love his ramblings too.

Really great professor. He is extremely knowledgeable and cares.

He expects a lot. Because he's super passionate. He wants his students to understand how our political system works and why it is the way that it is. Because it's super important to all of us, and understanding it makes all of us better. He's totally open to questions in or out of class. Be curious. Be invested. Do the homework. You'll do fine.

From what I have seen from my class with Dr. Pybas so far is that he is incredibly passionate about what he teaches and is extremely knowledgeable. In total there are 4 tests but as long as you show up to class with a pen to take notes you'll do fine. He makes good study guides and is perfectly willing to answer any questions if you have them.

I learned a lot from this class and found Dr. Pybas to be a very knowledgeable teacher, but the class is definitely very lecture heavy, and he speaks quietly. Take notes and pay attention, as he doesn't use power points and doesn't write on the whiteboard often. As long as you show up to class and take notes you should pass just fine.

It's a really tough class. You're going to need to really read and understand the material. Class discussion is HUGE, and you are expected to participate. You will have to self-motivate, and you may start to feel resentful. However, when you earned that grade you worked hard for, it'll mean so much more. I'd recommend for the sake of challenge.

Dr. Pybas is very intelligent and informative and clearly shows a passion for his field. The tests WILL require studying all content from notes and the textbook, but if you just take a day or two, you can easily get an A or a B. Attendance is not required, but showing up will benefit you greatly! Fun guy, but outside of class resources are scarce.

Be ready for notes (laptop is permitted). Online reviews and the exams are the only points acquired in this class. Reviews are participation points, not accuracy. The exams are VERY lecture heavy. He only talks, and occasionally writes case law on the board, so be ready to write w/out references. Class attendance is SUPER encouraged, not required.

Dr. Pybas is one of the best professors I have had for a history class. If you pay attention in class and take notes, it is an easy pass. He is very sweet and funny. Make sure to read the textbook.

I personally don't do very well with political sciences in general, and I did struggle in this class because the only points you really get are from your exams. However, when I did reach out to Professor Pybas he was more than willing to help me. You need to start the semester off strong in his class. Don't believe it'll be easy

His classes can be hard if you haven't taken one before. For any Con Law class, you need to memorize the facts, rule of law, and rationale of every case to do well on the quizzes/exams. He's also the prelaw advisor, so if you are interested in law school, it's good to take his class. **Beware of cold calls!!!

I found his lectures to be engaging, although he has a very dry sense of humor and may not be to everyone's taste. His grade is almost entirely based on tests, which I found to be fairly straightforward as long as you paid attention to his lectures and use the practice exams. He has a deep knowledge of the topic and enjoys interactions in class.