4.6

Kurt Pitluga

Fine Arts - Slippery Rock University

4.6
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He's an amazing professor

ART225 - 5.0 rating

He is a great prof that keeps the lecture interesting with funny comments

ART225 - 5.0 rating
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Attendance Mandatory

25%

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Reviews (176)
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ART225
Feb 10, 2003

nice man, listen and take notes and you can easily pass

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ART
Mar 2, 2003

hot in a grungy sort of way

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ART225
Mar 2, 2003

He's just so sexy, even without the hat. And he's a good professor too.

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ART
Mar 7, 2003

No Comments

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ART2256
Mar 22, 2003

Alright my flock he's pretty cool. A bit cocky, but very interesting and more than fair. And who doesn't love a class that is based upon the slide projectors that tend to break down often. Come, take notes, go to gallery openings, and you'll do great

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MUSIC
Apr 13, 2003

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ART
Apr 15, 2003

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ART225
Sep 26, 2003

Gosh he is so damn sexy, if he wasn't old enough to be my dad I would surely take him home!!!! Dr. Pitluga is also a wonderful prof., you need anything he will help.

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WESTART
Nov 11, 2003

Dr. Pitluga is pretty cool, he teaches everything from the slide projectors but it is taught well. "Alright my flock..." is said often amoung other funny things, but it keeps your attention. Go to gallery openings, do reviews, study and you'l

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WESTERNART
Nov 16, 2003

great guy

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ARTHIST
Nov 18, 2003

Dang....now he's fine. and a great professor. Highly recommended.

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WESTART
Nov 20, 2003

YES- this is how college should be- extra credit and easy tests. do the extra credit and you'll be fine. and yes.. he is fine...i love the way he dresses to class-

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WESTART
Nov 30, 2003

No Comments

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WESTART
Dec 12, 2003

he is hilarious and the class is easy youll get an A as long as you go to the extra credit

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WART
Feb 2, 2004

definitely hit up the extra credit and it's a for sure A

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WESTERNART
Feb 7, 2004

Great prof!! He's funny, interesting, and pretty sexy for his age. Tests are very easy as long as you go to class and take notes. Don't really need the book. Extra credit can't be easier-go to gallery openings and sign your name on the sheet. Great cla

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WESTERNART
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2004

gives notes on one thing and tests on another. he also calls his class his "flock" which is extremely stupid

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2ARTS
Mar 23, 2004

o man this guys the greates ****in teacher ever, his notes are spot on with his tests, everything is great, highly recommeneded

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WSTART
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Mar 23, 2004

Do the extra credit and get atleast a C on the test, which you should with out a problem if you come to class and you will get an A for the class

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ARTHISTORY
Apr 13, 2004

No Comments

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WESTART
Apr 20, 2004

Great class, he is a great teacher who keeps art very exciting, tests are easy too.

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ART
Apr 26, 2004

Awesome prof!! one of the best i've had at SRU!! wonderful guy outside of the classroom too, always helpful and ready to talk.

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WESTART
Apr 30, 2004

go to class take some notes get an A

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ART
May 24, 2004

hes a great teacher and real funny. you need to take lots of notes because some of the important things are not in the book. goto all the art galleries because they help you bump up your grade on the tests and also try to write about the art u see=points+

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HWA
Jun 19, 2004

Wonderful lectures, scrumptious to look at. What more could you ask for in a course like this. Oh, yeah - he knows what he's talking about, too. ;-)

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ART
Aug 23, 2004

He is such a great teacher, and he isnt to bad to look at too. i would recommend him to anyone!

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WSTRNART
Sep 24, 2004

No Comments

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ART225
Sep 30, 2004

Great teacher! He is down to earth and intersting! He loves what he teaches and tries to get you to love it too! Go to the art exibits and get the extra credit for the tests and study what he says and you should get an A.

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OVERWEST
Oct 28, 2004

Hot! Loves what he teaches and wants to you to learn it too!Do the extra credit and you will get an A ! Highly reccomend!

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OVERVIEWWEST
Nov 15, 2004

Has a great sense of humor, makes it easy to pay attention and take good notes. Tests are multiple choice and T/F. If you take good notes, you don't have to read much. Very friendly. Hot.

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WART
Nov 16, 2004

Go to class and take notes and you will do great. Funny teacher, teaches his subject well and keeps it interesting.

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WESTERNART
Nov 17, 2004

Great prof! Pitluga is so cool and laid back. The class is easy...plently of extra credit opportunities.

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WESTERNART
Dec 2, 2004

Pitluga is a fun teacher. He's not too boring. Funny at times. He's easy to talk to when you need help. There's no possible way to fail his class because there's a crapload of extra credit available to his students.

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ART225
Dec 23, 2004

Pitluga is a an awesome professor!

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ARTHIST
Jan 7, 2005

No Comments

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ARTHISTORIES
Jan 13, 2005

Awesome guy!

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ART
Jan 14, 2005

Western Art was one of the best classes I've ever taken. Dr. Pitluga made the subject easier to understand and pay attention to. Hes also very helpful with a great sense of humor

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ARTHISTORY
Mar 16, 2005

such a great prof. very easy-very fun-and somedays if youd go and there'd hardly be any people there...he'd pass around a paper for you to sign your name and you got bonus points! so go to class!! (:

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ART225
Mar 28, 2005

Pitluga is an awesome professor. If you get him as a professor for any art class, you will not be disappointed. His classes are always interesting and he makes you want to go to class.

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WESTERNART
Apr 2, 2005

This guy is pretty cool. He's helpful the only way you can fail this course is if you never go to class and don't do the ex. credit. He's a good guy and is willing to help if you aren't doing too well.

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WESTERNART
Apr 5, 2005

Very nice guy, easy class, but extremely boring. If you take notes, go to the gallery, and do the reviews, its easy to get an A. Its difficult to get an A if you don't go to classes tho.

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OVERVIEWWART
Apr 15, 2005

EASY!!!! take this class! i had absolutely no interest in art, i just took this class for credits. easiest 3 credits ive ever had to take. doesnt count attendance, but go anyway to do better on the tests. gives sooooo many extra credit opportunitites

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ARTHISTORY
Apr 20, 2005

Pitluga is the man! I love this guy! The class is sooo interesting. I knew nothing about art before, and now I feel a bit cultured. I heart him!

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ARTHISTORY
Jul 15, 2005

He is the only art historian. if you have to take an art histroy class, take overview of western art. it's the easiest for non majors and his tests are designed for non-majors. it's an easy A. just show up to class, or you will fail

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ARTHISTORY
Grade: C
Aug 10, 2005

elegant speaker, yet totally on your level - very interesting, and very sexy

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WESTERNART
Aug 30, 2005

No Comments

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WESTERNARTHIS
Aug 30, 2005

This guy is awesome! He's clear and straightforward and hilarius when you get him going. He moves fast and covers a lot but it's easy to follow. TAKE HIM!!!!!

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NONE
Sep 1, 2005

He is completely awesome, and all of those rumours you hear about him? Completely true.

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OWA
Sep 15, 2005

If you can keep from staring at this hot prof, you might learn something about art. And if you show up every class just to drool over him, you'll get an A, cause you learned everything anyway.

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WESTERNART
Sep 27, 2005

omg this guy is awesome!!!! and plus when he wears his hat he looks almost exactly like billybob thorton!!! "its miller time" <<pitluga

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OVERVIEWOFWES
Sep 29, 2005

Overview of Western Art. Great guy, great class. Show up and you'll be fine. Extra credit available. Take this for a block, no problem "A"

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OVEROFWART
Nov 13, 2005

Great teacher, very laid back. Tests are easy as long as you take good notes. Must take teacher!

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WESTERNART
Nov 29, 2005

Excellent teacher. Very easy class. If you take notes you will do fine on the tests. He starts off by wearing nice dress outfits, but by mid semester, he's wearing flannel shirts, jeans, baseball caps, and beanies. Very nice teacher and not bad looking either. ;)

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OWA
Nov 29, 2005

Pardon me but I remember Pitluga wearing a fez to class one day last spring. Kind of hilarious.

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ART101
Dec 17, 2005

awesome

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OVERVIEWWORLD
Feb 13, 2006

Take him he is great. Don't buy the book you do not need it. Just go to class and make sure to do the extra credit and you'll do great.

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WESTERNART
Apr 6, 2006

Such a funny guy. Comes to class in tossle cap and shorts. Can be a boring class but typing out all the notes after class can really help. Tests are all 50 questions and there are 4 of them. Final not comprehensive. He'll crack you up, he swears and always greets the class with "Allright my flock". Take this to fill Art block.

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OVERVIEWWORLD
Apr 9, 2006

Take this class to fill your art block. Don't need the book, just show up to class and use google image search. He's funny, swears, cacels class a lot, and class is very easy. Can earn up to 18 points of easy extra credit per test, which means you can miss 14 on his 50 question (2pt ea) tests and still earn the lowest A. Definitely recommended.

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OVERVIEWWORLD
May 1, 2006

Hilarious guy. Made class interesting. Tests where easy just as long as you got all the notes. YOu take alot of notes though each class so don't miss. But don't worry...he cancels class quite a bit and also is computer dumb so half the time he can't get the projector to work...so class is canceled again.

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WORLDART
May 16, 2006

Easy class as long as you show up. Just study the notes and go to the gallerys and you will pass. He is also hilarious and keeps class interesting.

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WRLDART
Nov 10, 2006

He is so cool. Smokes, swears, laid back. Not a hard class, boring at times, take good notes and you will do fine. Some of the art is cool that you look at. Oh, and DO THE GALLERY REVIEWS for bonus. Got an A instead of a B.

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ART101
Mar 7, 2007

No Comments

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WLDAR02
Mar 24, 2007

Great Professor! Very enjoyable class. Tests are straight forward. If you come to class you'll pass. I have a greater appreciation for other parts of the world. It also doesn't hurt that he's hot and cancels classes now and then!

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ART101
Mar 27, 2007

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ART225
Apr 6, 2007

easy class as long as you show up. don't buy the book because you don't need it. everything on his tests are from the slideshows.

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ART226
Apr 7, 2007

who would have known that african art could be so interesting? i've had him for 2 classes and if you have the choice between western and world art, take western. its more interesting.

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WRDART
Apr 22, 2007

Good teacher, lots of notes but class is fun. Book is not needed at all. Pay attention in class because tests are on that material. Tests are 50 multiple choice, but rather easy.

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ART101
May 15, 2007

Great guy and very clear. I took him for world art and it was boring most of the time but there were a few interesting things. Lots of notes but study and MAKE FLASHCARDS and you'll get an easy A.

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ART125
May 27, 2007

Pitluga is awesome! Easy class, nice guy. He's hysterical and attractive. Take this to fill your art requirement.. you won't regret it.

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ART101
Nov 15, 2007

One of the easiest classes you'll ever take as long as you take notes. The ladies love Dr. Pitluga...

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WORLDART
Dec 3, 2007

awesome class. easy A when you go to class and do a write-up on the galleries. tosses in pretty awesome questions on the test that make you laugh if you've been to class...or freebies. awesome prof. definitely would take him again.

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WORLDART
Dec 17, 2007

AWESOME CLASS! Take Dr. Pitluga if you can... Test are easy if you go to class and copy notes. Gives lots of extra credit gallery reviews and freebies on the tests. One of the best professors here at SRU. Very personable outside of class and I would take him again in a heart beat! =)

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WORLDART
Jan 18, 2008

Awesome! he is down to very down to earth. it is an auditorium class but it is very easy to stay awake and pay attention. His exams are very easy as long as you take time to study. i recommend this class for everyone even if you are not an art major!

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WORLDART
May 2, 2008

Pitluga is very knowledgeable and intelligent. Any who take his class and take it seriously will walk away better off.

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WORLDART
May 6, 2008

Easy easy class. Dr. Pitluga is awesome! There are a lot of notes taken, but all you have to do is show up to class and do the extra credit for every test it's impossible to fail. He even makes learning art somewhat enjoyable. Highly recommend.

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WESTART
Oct 15, 2008

Pitluga is an asset to SRU. Very intelligent and knowledgeable about a great many things. You do not need the book for this class. All of the works are on google images. Just go to class and take good notes. Most of it is memory dependent. You can always do the EASY x-tra credit. Great class! Never thought it would be so great. Def worth $$$

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OVWART
Nov 4, 2008

Awesome teacher! You do need to attend his class so that you can get the notes because he's strictly a lecturer. He makes lectures interesting though! Very funny and VERY VERY VERY knowledgeable!

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ART225
Nov 6, 2008

I picked this course instead of intro to art or theater, and regret it so much. Everybody says he's easy but I don't think he is at all. He also is extremely rude if you get a bad grade on a test, he makes sure you know it and so does everybody around you. Stay away from his class, seriously.

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ART225
Nov 13, 2008

Dr. Pitluga is a great guy. The tests can be a bit tricky if you don't take time to study and take good notes. You do the extra credit(which is easy) and take SOME time to study, there is no reason why you can't get a good grade. Getting an A might take a little extra but really this is a pretty laid back class and excellent learning environment

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WESTART
Nov 14, 2008

Pitluga is extremely helpful, he is willing to help anyone out that doesn't do good on an exam. He hands out extra credit. Very easy if you just attend class and take proper notes. He's very knowledgeable.

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WESTART
Nov 17, 2008

Dr. Pitluga is an amazing professor! His class is not difficult unless you do not attend. He is very intellectual and gives you the real college experience, more profs should be like Dr. Pitluga. Extra credit is abundant and tests are the only grades and are very easy if you take notes,SAVE 112 DOLLARS AND DO NOT BUY THE TEXTBOOK- IT IS USELESS!!!!

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ART355
Dec 11, 2008

Dr.Pitluga is a wonderful teacher! His lectures are actually something I like to listen to. He's more than willing to help you out if you're having trouble and if nothing else his looks are enough to make me take more of his classes!

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ART101
Dec 11, 2008

Dr. Pitluga is amazing. his lectures are entertaining and informative and his tests are a snap if you come to class. plus, he takes you to peru : )

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MODART
Jan 8, 2009

I loved Pitluga!! He is so nice, and his class was so easy, if you take notes and do the images he tells you to study you get an A! I miss his class!

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MODART
Mar 19, 2009

Besides being absolutely gorgeous, he gives great lectures. I learned a lot. It's hard to make history interesting, but somehow he does. Good sense of humor.

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ART410
Mar 23, 2009

Pitluga is the greatest art history teacher EVER!!! I'm not just saying that he has a passion for what he teaches and its impossible not to be interested. BUT YOU HAVE TO COME TO CLASS, otherwise see you in the fast food service.

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WESTART
May 29, 2009

I really dont like taking liberal arts classes but I must say that this class was the most insightful of all the LA classes I had to take. I have no desire for art but Pitluga's passion and knowledge make it well worth your money.

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ART225
Oct 20, 2009

Easy to listen to lecture. He bases his class off of 4 exams. You can earn bonus points by doing gallery reviews.

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ART225
Nov 4, 2009

Great teacher very interesting. Gives extra credit out for all of his test. easy to pass if you pay attention in class.

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WESTEART
Nov 11, 2009

you dont have to go to class but it helps on the exams. They are so easy...50 questions multiple choice and straight to the point. I went to class took notes and just studied the night before and got Bs. you get 14 bonus points for going to an art gallary then writing a review. Such an easy class! He is a great professor too!

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ART101
Nov 13, 2009

western art is easy. i would say attend all classes because it makes a difference on the tests. lectures are kind of boring but he makes it better when he swears.. its funny. def do the gallery reviews because its 14 extra points and gives you a letter grade better on the tests!

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ART225
Dec 3, 2009

This class was a little but tricky...but you can do bonus by going to art galleries which bring your test up a whole letter grade. He is a really cool guy. He really knows his stuff!! The information is interesting but i did fall asleep sometimes. hah.

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ART225
Dec 3, 2009

don't buy the book...everything is from the notes. make sure you go to class and take notes!

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ART225
Jan 11, 2010

I took western art history w/ pitluga & really enjoyed the class. If you take good notes in class and study those come test time, you'll do great! also gives xtra credit opportunites every test. take advantage of these and you'll be sure to do well. hes a very amusing teacher if you pay attention in class too- got a lot of good laughes.

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ART225
Apr 6, 2010

He is fabulous, superb, amazing, hot, and fun. Definitely take him!

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ART365
Apr 20, 2010

Professor Pitluga is amazing at what he does! I love his lectures, which stick to my brain so much easier than many other lectures I have had. He has also opened my mind to so many interesting artwork and architecture. I recommend him for any art history class!

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ART226
Mar 16, 2011

Awesome teacher! Really informal and takes time to talk with you outside of class, whether it's about class or just joking around.

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MODART
Apr 13, 2011

his tests are from his notes but you need to study. knows his stuff and is very willing to help. take his class, easy credits.

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ART225
Aug 30, 2011

The class is easy and really laid back. There's just something about his lecture-style that makes the information stick, which is great when you're a non-major.

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ART225
Mar 24, 2012

out of all the classes i have taken at sru, this is my favorite. you learn so much and he's such a great teacher that you retain it all too. take him even if you don't have to because he is awesome.

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ART225
Apr 24, 2012

Dr. Pitluga was a great professor. I had him for Overview of Western Art and I learned a lot. Even though the material could be dull, he made it interesting and humorous. You will not need the book, I didn't even open the packaging on mine. He also isn't bad to look at either. Great guy and professor overall.

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ART225
May 9, 2012

It is a liberal studies requirement. Makes it interesting. Lots of opportunity for extra credit throughout the semester.

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ART225
May 15, 2012

Great professor. Nice. Easy. DO NOT GET THE BOOK.

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ART325
Aug 27, 2012

Pitluga really knows his material. His class is super easy, even if you aren't an art major, (and actually, a lot of non-majors have expressed to me how much they enjoyed his class.) You don't need to buy the book, just read the material and take notes well. The information is sometimes a lot to remember and Pitluga makes the class fun.

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ART200
Dec 19, 2012

Okay, to start with the class is easy... IF you pay attention, take notes and STUDY. A lot of information is included in each exam. Attendance isn't mandatory, but if you miss a lot of class, you will do poorly. Besides that, his classes are very enjoyable, and he is a wonderful and funny teacher. He also offers extra credit on each exam.

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ART225
Jan 29, 2013

In Overview of Western Art, he made the class very interesting. He is really funny. Do NOT text in his class. His exams are easy, and you barely use your book. Make sure you study and take notes on what he says. Lots of extra credit available. take advantage of that.

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ART101
Feb 5, 2013

great prof!

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ART101
Mar 1, 2013

Very helpful and gives extra credit. As stated before show up for class and take notes. Also do the extra credit

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ART225
Grade: A
May 23, 2014

Overview of Western Art was a fun class, and Dr. Pitluga is a fun and energetic professor who is very approachable about pretty much anything. The textbook is never used, so don't buy it. The extra credit in this class helps tremendously because I averaged a high C on the four exams, but the extra credit brought it up to an A.

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ART225
Oct 15, 2014

He is a great prof that keeps the lecture interesting with funny comments. He always offers extra credit for each exam (14 pt). Honestly to get an A in the class you just have to do the extra credit and study a little or at least pay attention. He also gives your graded exam back by the next class and goes over it. You definitely will enjoy him!

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OOFWESTART
Nov 5, 2014

Dr. Pitluga is an awesome guy and as long as you go to class and put forth the effort, you will do great. Especially if you do gallery reviews for each test which are such an easy opportunity

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11366
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2014

It was a fun class even though I wasn't interested in it at all.

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A
Nov 13, 2014

Cool guy. he's funny and knows what he's talking about. If your interested in art like me, then its a breeze. the course is focused on art but he mixes a whole lot of world history into it and its very interesting.

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9459
Nov 13, 2014

Class is not mandatory. I suggest you go though and pay attention and a passing grade is what you will get. I am not an art major and passed with a C average. He is very funny and occasionally swears. Keeps it interesting. No quizzes or homework. 3 exams all year long, all are 50 questions each. JUST DO NOT BUY THE BOOK OR RENT. NEVER USED IT.

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ART
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2014

Pitluga is a really cool guy. His lectures are pretty interesting even if you aren't interested in the material. He gives no homework, doesn't take attendance, and only gives 4 tests per semester but he gives 14 bonus points to go to the art gallery and then write a review. It's easy bonus and helps out with the tests. The tests are pretty easy.

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ART225
Nov 26, 2014

Dr. Pitluga is a great professor and knows how to keep students interested in art history. DO NOT BUY THE BOOK. As long as you show up to class, take good notes, and do the extra credit, it's an easy A. He always runs class to the very last minute.

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951
Dec 3, 2014

He gives a ton of extra credit. The test require studying but are an easy A with extra credit. Classes seem long, but are entertaining. DONT BUY THE TEXTBOOK

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951
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2014

He gives a ton of extra credit. The test require studying but are an easy A with extra credit. Classes seem long, but are entertaining. DON'T BUY THE TEXTBOOK! I would recommend this class. He isnt bad to look at either.

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OOFWESTART
Grade: A-
Dec 4, 2014

Dr. Pitluga is sooooo funny. He is a good teacher and keeps class interesting. I don't really like art, but Dr. Pitluga made me really enjoy it. You can get extra credit every single test, including the final which helps a ton. I would recommend the class or anything with him. He's a great teacher and great to look at!

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WESTERNART
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2015

I had to take this course as a liberal study and do not like art at all. Dr. Pitluga made the class interesting; all powerpoints are on D2L and the textbook is only required as extra help. As long as you go to class, take the notes (pay attention to the little comments), and do the extra credit (56 bonus points) you'll do fine.

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WESTERNART
Feb 26, 2015

Show up to class, take notes, and do the extra credit. It is almost impossible to NOT get an A. His PPs contain only pics so you have to take notes on what he says. Go to an on campus art show and write your name down for 4 points bonus, then if you need to, write a review for 10 more. 56 bonus possible per semester which can take u from 76 to a 90

5.0
1.0
WESTERNART
Grade: A+
Mar 16, 2015

This class with him was amazing. He was funny, but you have to pay attention. I got a 108% in his class. Assigns extra credit

4.0
3.0
WORLDART
Grade: B+
Apr 12, 2015

Dr. Pitluga is an awesome guy. He's hilarious and he knows what he's talking about so even though the lectures may be a tad boring he keeps it more interesting than most professors would. He's really nice and easy to talk to, almost reminds you of that cool uncle or something. I'd definitely recommend taking him

5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2015

I loved Pitluga! He really knows his material. Show up to class, take notes, and you should be fine. Grade is based on 4 exams but offers extra credit for every one which brings you up a whole letter grade! Very interesting class. I would take him again!

5.0
2.0
ART225
Apr 14, 2015

Dr. Pitluga was one of my absolute favorite profs. He swears a bit when things go wrong with the notes and it's comical. He always let's you go do a simple gallery review worth 14 points and it completely saved my first exam. I only study the night before and I always do really well on exams.(it's that simple) Would definitely take him again!

5.0
3.0
ART420
May 5, 2015

Doc is a great teacher. The class is totally lecture, but he makes them interesting and fun. It is possible to pass without going to class, but you will do so much better if you go. He mentions little bits of relevant trivia during the lecture, then puts them on tests. I'm an art major, but he makes it interesting even for people who aren't.

4.0
1.0
ART225
May 11, 2015

Had him for Western Art and he was a pretty cool professor. Tests are tough if you're not into art but if you show up, take good notes and study those notes you should be fine. I slept through one of the tests and he let me take it during his office hours.

5.0
3.0
ART225
Grade: A
May 29, 2015

I took this class without much of an interest in art but it turned out to be interesting. I missed a couple of tests and he was nice about letting me take makeups (which were very easy). He tries to keep lectures interesting and he is very funny. If you go to class,pay attention,take good notes and study there's no reason to get less than a B.

4.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A
Nov 5, 2015

Really interesting class, super easy credit, he offers A LOT of extra credit, and he's hilarious.

2.0
5.0
ART255
Grade: B+
Nov 9, 2015

Got put into this class as a freshmen. No interest in art whatsoever, test are tough. Lecture is long and boring with a couple of sarcastic jokes here and there. Overall i would not reatake the class

5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2015

I took overview of western art with Dr Pitluga and I still rave about it to this day. You HAVE TO show up every class because all the exams are directly from his power points and notes. But that's also the best part. As long as you show up, take a lot of notes and study those notes, that's about it. Also, he gives a lot of extra credit!

5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2015

All you need to do to pass is write down the tidbits from the powerpoints, pay attention to what he says, maybe jot some of that down, go to an extra credit art show, study your notes the day before, and boom. He's an amazing professor. No book needed. Makes art interesting to just about everyone. Really nice guy, cares about your success. Hottie.

4.0
2.0
ART355
Dec 10, 2015

Pitluga is a great professor. I'm not an art major, but I enjoyed his class. He gives great lectures. As long as you take notes and study the figures for the tests you'll be fine.

4.0
3.0
ART225
Grade: B+
Jan 10, 2016

I have no interest in art. The lectures could get boring but are important for the tests. The tests are hard but he'll usually drop a freebie or two in there. If you do bad on the test help is always offered. Overall I think Pitluga was great and if you go to class almost everyday, take notes and do extra credit you shouldn't have a problem.

5.0
2.0
ART226
Grade: A
May 3, 2016

I took this class as one of my liberal studies, not for my major. The material is interesting even though the lectures can sometimes drag on. Dr. Pitluga is very fair in grading - he offers a lot of extra credit every semester. The tests are your entire grade but they're an easy A if you attend class and pay attention and do the bonus every test.

5.0
1.0
ART226
Aug 9, 2016
Would take again

I had Dr. Pitluga for Overview of World Art and he was a great professor! His lectures are long but it's the information given is important. He makes learning interesting and fun. He's hilarious and says whatever he wants. During his lectures he has a slide show, but you only need to know whats written on the slides. He always helps his students!

3.0
3.0
ART225
Dec 7, 2016
Wouldn't take again

His lectures are boring and attendance isn't mandatory. 14 bonus points are available for each test. Tests ARE NOT EASY if you do not take detailed notes and attended every class.

5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2016
Would take again

DO. THE. EXTRA. CREDIT!!! He offers 14 points of extra credit for each test which brings your test up by an entire letter grade. He teaches from powerpoints, so i sat in the front of the class with my computer and took notes and i had no problem in the class. You probably won't pass if you skip class a lot, but if you put in the work it's an easy A

Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
ART101
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

He is one of the best professors I have had and is a very funny guy. His tests are relatively easy just study a couple night before. Usually gives 1 or 2 free points on the test and gives a bunch of extra credit outside of class.

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ART225
Grade: A
May 8, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Pitluga was an awesome professor, lectures a lot, but always kept your interest. Tests are straight from lectures, show up to class and you will definitely get an A.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A
May 15, 2017
Would take again

The four exams are the only grades in the class, but he offers a ton of extra credit for going to art exhibits. I averaged in the lower 80s on his exams, but the extra credit brought me up to the middle 90s. His lectures are interesting and funny, and despite attendance not being mandatory, the information on the exams all come from class.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
ART226
Grade: A
May 15, 2017
Would take again

World Art with Pitluga can be as easy or as hard as you make it out to be. Lectures are based entirely around his powerpoint slides full of pictures, so taking good notes on a laptop is crucial. Grades are entirely based around exams, so take advantage of the extra credit opportunities. Not a terrible class, put in the effort and you can get an A.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A+
Aug 29, 2017
Would take again

Such a great guy, absolutely loved his overview of western art class so took another class with him. Very passionate about what he does. Shouldn't have a problem getting an A As long as you show up since everything that's important is from his lectures, not just the power points.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
ART225
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2017
Would take again

He is such a wonderful dude. you really don't have to read the book as long as you take good notes. He's super funny and understanding.

Respected
Tests? Not many
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
ART225
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

He is super nice and really funny, but sit close up to him to make sure you get everything he says in your notes. Looking at his power points on D2L will do nothing for you, everything on the test comes from his lectures. Reading the book is not necessary, unless you miss class. He is super easy going and will give opportunities for extra credit.

Tests? Not many
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ART225
Jan 5, 2018
Would take again

He was so funny, but only graded on 4 tests.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
TEST HEAVY
5.0
1.0
ART101
Grade: A+
May 3, 2018
Would take again

One of Slippery Rock's best professors.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ART225
Aug 15, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Pitluga is a great professor. All of the exams were PowerPoint exams, mostly lecture based. You need to go to class, even though its not mandatory. I didnt open the book once all semester. He offers a lot of extra credit.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
ART2256
Grade: A-
Oct 14, 2018
Would take again

Really funny & nice professor. Although, he gives you a lot of information at a quick pace which can be hard to retain. He gives a good amount of extra credit though. Tests cover a lot of material so you need to study early.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ART225
Nov 7, 2018
Would take again

He's a really funny guy. Only thing is you better take notes, everything he discusses is most likely on the exam. I didn't buy the book and so far hasn't seemed necessary. DO THE EXTRA CREDIT!!!!!!!! It will save your life and grade.

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ART225
Grade: C
Feb 27, 2019
Would take again

Pitluga is very intimidating because he's very confident and cool. I feel scared to ask him questions but in actuality he's very kind and willing to help you. He wants you to succeed. only warning is, for art history classes he lectures on and on and on and if you do not remember the million things hes taught you, you WILL fail. Tests are hard.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
ART125
Apr 11, 2019
Would take again

Take a lot of notes for his classes. PowerPoints are online but are mostly pictures. Go to the art gallery for up to 14 extra credit for exams. Only graded on 4 exams. Study, study, study! First exam was the hardest but you'll improve on each one once you get the hang of it. Very cool guy and pretty funny during lectures. Would recommend!

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
5.0
OWA
Dec 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I dont know if Id take pitluga again just because of the limited grades. He is a very nice guy and willing to help you! This class was just very difficult and I didnt catch on to how to study or prep for exams until late in the semester. EXTRA CREDIT AND NOTE TAKING EVERY CLASS IS A MUST. You absolutely will not pass if you skip or dont do it.

5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

I took Overview of Western Art with Pitluga. Class is all lecture, so you must be willing to take notes. Tests are fairly simple if you review the slides he posts. The extra credit easily boosts your grade 1-2 letter grades. Don't buy the textbook; I never used it once. Pitluga is very funny, and I found the class interesting for a lecture.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A+
Apr 16, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Pitluga is my favorite professor so far! Youre graded on 4 exams through out the semester but he gives a ridiculous amount of extra credit for doing things like visiting an art gallery or writing a review. The exams are SUPER easy as long as you come to class or get good notes from someone else. All his lectures are funny and make you like art

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ART345
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2020
Would take again

I liked this professor a lot. He rarely talked politics, which is good. He didn't require attendance for the 2 classes I've had with him, which is also good. Lectures are actually interesting, so I don't know why you'd miss them. Very funny guy, not dull at all. Very understanding for assignments.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
ART225
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2020
Would take again

Great professor overall. Lecture material is very heavy. In order to pass this class you have to pay attention. I made flashcards for every exam with pictures from the PP's he goes over. If help is needed he will help you and make you understand the material you are having trouble on.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ART125
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2021
Would take again

Kurt is a fun guy. He swears a lot, but in a funny way, and thats why I love him. His lectures are hysterical. He's a good one. Take his class.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ART225
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 7, 2022
Would take again

He is so funny. Will make you laugh everyday guaranteed. If you don't show up you won't do good that's for sure. Lectures can be boring but its worth going. You HAVE to study to get an A. He offers 14 % extra credit for each exam. If you apply yourself you'll pass. Go to class before breaks he gives 5% to your next exam. Only grades are exams.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
OVEROFWART
Grade: A+
May 16, 2022
Would take again

Professor Pitluga can be very intimidating, but he is really a nice guy. Whatever you do, do not buy the book. All the information for the tests come from the lecture. You must attend the lectures if you want to pass. I promise if you skip you are going to struggle. Take it from me, someone who never missed a class and only missed 4 test questions

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ART101
Grade: A+
Sep 6, 2022
Would take again

Fun guy!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
3.0
3.0
ART365
Grade: B+
Nov 8, 2022

Your entire grade is 3 exams (all art memorization) and an essay. His lectures are okay but boring, uploaded power points are just pictures of the art and contain no information if you miss class. On the day of the test 3 times the number of students show up that show up to lecture. Hard class for a student who just needed a liberal arts credit. :(

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ART225
Grade: C
Nov 18, 2022
Would take again

I had Professor Pitluga for my Overview of Western Art, and he's one of the coolest professors here at this university. He was very passionate in his teachings, and cared about his students. 100% would take again if I was allowed.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
ART225
Grade: B+
Feb 6, 2023
Would take again

Pitluga is my favorite professor I've ever had. Extremely funny and makes lectures interesting. Love this guy

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ART226
Grade: B+
Apr 10, 2023
Would take again

Pitluga is by far my favorite professor on campus. As long as you study you'll do fine, there is a lot of extra credit. Take him!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ART225
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2023
Would take again

Overall, he was a great professor and made class interesting for what it's worth. Grades were solely based on exams, so pay attention to lectures and study and you'll be fine! Tons of extra credit too.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
ART101
Grade: B
Mar 20, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Pitluga is an amazing professor. He is really funny however, during class you really have to pay attention and take notes or else you WILL NOT pass. He does not post his powerpoints and he says certain things he wants you to remember for the test that are not written on the powerpoint. You really do have to listen. Just take good notes!

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ART101
Grade: A+
Apr 24, 2024
Would take again

Only graded on 4 exams but the exams are fairly easy and he always gives extra credit opportunities.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ART
Grade: A
May 4, 2024
Would take again

Love Dr. Pitluga he is funny and so chill. You will be fine as long as you go to class and take notes, but probably cannot pass without that. He basically tells you in class what will be on the exam. Kind of tough exams but also makes them fairly doable. Never replies to email. Fairly easy as long as you show up and listen.

5.0
1.0
ART
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 6, 2024
Would take again

so so so easy. if u don't understand anything though, all info is soooo easily findable, nothing is difficult in this at all.

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
3.0
1.0
ART
Grade: B+
Nov 7, 2024
Would take again

The only grades are exams with extra credit chances, he does not take attendance.

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ART101
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2024
Would take again

There are only 4 exams for grading but you can look up everything online. I almost never went to class and still passed.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
ART225
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2024
Would take again

Pitluga is amazing! The class is graded on only four tests, so I do suggest showing up for the lectures. All of his PowerPoints are online so if you do miss a class or two, you can go back and see what you missed.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ART
Grade: A-
Nov 20, 2024
Would take again

loved him tbh. super chill guy and class

Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ART101
Grade: A+
Nov 21, 2024
Would take again

ART 130 was so easy, you don't have to be in class to pass but it helps. No pop quizzes just exams which are all online. He always gives extra credit opportunities, but you don't even need them. He's very funny and you normally get out early too. Don't be scared to talk to him, he sounds scary but he is very caring and easy to work with.

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
1.0
ART
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

I had Dr. Pitluga for visual art inquiry. He was super funny and easy to listen to, and you can tell he's super passionate about art. He didn't give any homework; he just lectured in class for you to take notes. If you miss class or don't pay attention, you might miss whatever is on the test, but most of it is easy to search and find.

Participation matters
Hilarious
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