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Polze is awesome! He gives great examples and asks interesting questions during lecture to get everyone involved. You do have to study to do well on the tests but he is so worth it!
great teacher genuine and entertaining
Always willing to help, always broke the ice, very clear, truly cared. If I could have him for all my Law classes I might just change my major!
He is a genuinely nice guy and very understanding. He is a great teacher to take.
Best professor at UTD that should say it all. He takes attendance each day 2 points each which is a good curve. his test are straight from notes. Makes class fun and you WILL want to go to it even if attendance werent required. I have been at UTD for 2 years now and never has a class applauded for a professor...enough said definitely recommend
I HAVE NEVER ENJOYED A CLASS SO MUCH! LECTURES ARE EXTREMELY INTERESTING AND YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO COME TO CLASS, I NEVER MISSED A CLASS. HE IS VERY HELPFUL IF YOU NEED IT, TESTS ARE VERY REASONABLE. ALL TEACHERS SHOULD BE LIKE MATT POLZE, BEST TEACHER EVER, HANDS DOWN.
He works hard to make us want to learn. What more can you ask for?
good teacher. high reco
Without a doubt, this guy is the best teacher I've ever had. He's pretty laid back, loves his subject, makes it fun to learn. I literally enjoy going to class, never have I had a class like that before. this guy is awesome. I HIGHLY suggest taking his class. P.S. When I found out that his next semester class was full, I was really make.
Awesome teacher! Really cares for his students and knows what he's talking about. Tests are easy if you just go over the information. Great teacher! Get this guy, FOREAL!
dude is the man no questions asked one of the most fun classes ive taken highly recommended and in addition to that he is the coolest guy ever
Completely amazing professor. I wouldn't mind sitting in his class all day. Great examples and lectures, fair tests, and only one assignment. Best teacher I've had in college!
The best professor that I have ever had. He not only wants you to do well in his class, but really wants you to do great things in your life. Taking his class was a life changing experience for me, and I think that UTD should make his class mandatory because every student should get the same experience that I did.
He is the best professor I have ever had. He really cares that you learn the info. He is very personable, and gives good examples so that you remember the info! Im taking another one of his classes next semester because I liked him so much.
Hands down, the best professor of my entire collegiate career. you will learn not only Business Law but life lessons also. truly cares for his students, and only prof i know that has a Facebook. if you go to class everyday and read the material you will make an A. Take his class!
amazing teacher suggest taking every class he teaches and he is willing to help with anything you need all you have to do is ask
Awesome teacher, actually made learning about laws somewhat interesting. Very helpful if you don't understand something or have a problem! Take his class!
BEST Prof EVER!!! Highly recommend. DO NOT graduate from UTD without taking him. He will change your prospective on life! He's incredible! U'll look forward to class. He truly cares about his students. We had daily discussions and were allowed to vent about things in class. He's very social. Tests are easy. No hw. No proj's. 2 easy assignments.
Made Business Law interesting. Loved going to this class everyday.
Amazing teacher
I'm a transfer student and I was really really pleased to get Polze. He's super enthusiastic, he helps everyone understand the material, he's a pretty funny guy, really engaging, and really encouraging and supportive. So long as you pay attention, show up to class, take notes everything will go by smoothly, and you'll actually learn a lot. Get him.
Great teacher!
Professor Polze is hands down the best professor at UTD. He lectures straight from the powerpoints and really cares about every individual in his classes. Come to class everyday, read the textbook and notes, and you should get an A like I did
Great professor! One of the few teachers I know that really cares about his students. I may have made a B but I learned so much about the law and life lessons and that's worth so much more. Even if you're not a business major take one of his classes for fun! Totally worth it.
Great class to start my freshman year
Basically the most awesome professor ever.
Man of man
One of the best professors you could ever have.
Best proffesor I have ever had. Cares about students, always there to help. Go to class take notes, study hard and you'll do fine. It's also helpful to go to his office and ask questions. Not dry material, very interesting & he makes it interesting as well. He's a really nice guy & this class is awesome ! TAKE IT.
Polze is the best ! You will learn so much and he makes it interesting, you won't want too miss this class! Great guy and honestly cares about his students, wish more professors could learn his method of teaching and relating to students ! Take his class!!
Matthew Polze is anything and everything you could ask for in a college professor. He makes you WANT to go to class, and keeps it interesting. I have never learned as much life-applicable knowledge as I did in his class. You can't go wrong by taking his class!
Professor Polze is the absolute best professor that I have had in my 4 years at UTD. He makes you want to come to class and you always take something away from lectures. He bases his tests on class participation. If everyone is showing up and there are a lot of people involved he makes the tests easy and if not he will make them accordingly.
Most enjoyable class at UTD! If you can take a class with Polze do it.
This professor simply put is AMAZING!!!!
Professor Polze was hands down probably one of the most awesome professors i have ever had. My grade does not reflect his class at all, i simply didn't apply myself. Nevertheless, Polze always keeps your attention, he is absolutely hilarious, and extremely intelligent. If you don't have to take his course as a requirement, i'd suggest even as elec.
By far one of the easiest classes students will take, made even easier by Professor Polze's stories, case discussions and practical use of learning tools. You will not find a more enthusiastic professor more genuinely interested in all of his students.
Wanted us to succeed.
I found Dr. Polze to be a wonderful teacher who managed to make a 4 hour class (once a week during the summer) interesting. The tests were over material that was covered in class and he made the powerpoint notes available on elearning, so you could pay attention during class instead of concentrating on taking notes.
Great teacher! Best I've ever had. He used examples in the business law class that were relevant to today, and thus easier to understand. Also understood a lot about the business world and the social aspects.
Best professor I've ever had. He makes me want to be a lawyer every time I'm in his class!
great teacher, fair test, and knows how to pass on his knowledge. i cannot ask for more.
I rated him so he could keep his chili pepper status. Really though, he's a great guy and a fair teacher. Take him if you can, even if you're not an SOM major.
Pros: He's cool. Enjoys teaching and thanks students for making this job awesome for him. Persuasive speaker. The content of the course is easy. Cons: He has favorites. He can also be manipulative: enjoys being in control of students' grades through discretionary point deductions, "creative" essay questions,etc. Look at his syllabus for more.
Greatest teacher ever.
Polze is awesome. He keeps his classes engaged and interested from syllabus day all the way until the final. You will not find a better teacher. My one and only complaint is that his test get a bit wordy. You may know the material but his trickily worded questions sometimes throw curveballs. Read questions carefully and study and you will do great.
VERY nice guy. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!
Polze is amazing. Take him. He clearly cares about all his students. He is also hilarious and has funny stories that make classes interesting... His examples will stick and help you on the tests. I took him for Business Law and will take him again for Employment Law. One of the best professors I've ever had all my college years!
Polze is the best professor I have ever had. He makes his class interesting and the students wantto go to class. He cares about every single one of his students and want every one to do well in his class. He has an open door office policy and helps his students even if it isn't strictly class related. TAKE THIS CLASS!!
He makes learning Law very fun and exciting even when you try hard not to be interested!
Amazing teacher. His lectures are fun to listen and engaging. Usually business professors tend to drone over and over and make the topic very boring. Not Polze. He makes his class fun and you feel like you need to pay attention. Test aren't too bad, as they are based from his Power points. Also, he is very approachable after class too.
Awesome professor. Really good influence and he used to be a lawyer and now he teaches so he's very knowledgeable. He has a sincere desire for his students to do well. The course is not easy but his stories will help you remember law concepts! Wonderful guy, I just can't recommend him enough! I got an A in his class
Polze is by far one of the best professors at UTD. He makes each topic interesting and gives useful examples that help on the test. His test are straight forward, and if you go to class and take notes you'll get an A. Definitely take his class!
My favorite professor at UTD! I didn't expect this class to be as interesting but after the first lecture, it actually is! Polze gives a bunch of examples that definitely help you on the exams. Studying the notes alone will surely give you an A. Just attend class, listen and take detailed notes, and review a few days before the exam.
Awesome professor, one of, if not the best professor at UTD. Also an attorney so if you are pre law he's great to know. Highly recommended and an overall easy A.
DO NOT READ THESE COMMENTS. You are wasting time. His classes are filling up. Sign up NOWWWWWWW!
Absolutely fantastic teacher and person. His classes fill up on the first day of early registration for a reason. If you have a chance, take BOTH classes he offers. Just awesome.
Awesome professor. Absolutely loves teaching and is very enthusiastic. I really was dreading this class but Polze made it fun and very interesting. Test are pretty tough but all in all a great class.
Best professor at UTD by far. Very interesting class, great educator, great assignments.
Extremely interesting class. An actual teacher who is passionate and enthusiastic about his class! Highly Recommended!
Everyone loves him, which is obvious. He teaches well but I often felt like most students weren't as interested in the subject matter as they were being BFF's with him. If you want a fun, easy class with lots of discussion, take his courses, but if you want a true law-related course, look to the PSCI electives instead.
Best Professor at UTD. Teaches you stuff way beyond class work. Always willing to lend a helping hand. :)
He's fantastic!! Extremely personable, nice, and helpful.
Amazing professor, best at UTD by far. Will help you out any time you need it, makes class fun and interesting. Recommended highly
He is very clear and makes the class interesting. Makes the exam from the slides and book, multiple choice. Very easy if you attend class regularly and read the book.
Professor Polze is an excellent professor. Definitely my favorite professor at UTD thus far. He is really enthusiastic about what he teaches and enjoys teaching Business & Public Law! I absolutely loved this class but it was challenging. You should come to class everyday and do the reading ahead of time. Tests are challenging but study in groups.
TAKE THE CLASS! Extremely interesting & Polze is a excellent professor. The class is challenging but come to class everyday and read ahead of time. Tests are difficult for the HON section but study in groups and make sure you truly understand the material and can think critically.
Polze was a great professor, I learned a lot and enjoyed learning from him and discussing every class.
I wish he teaches all accounting classes. He is awesome.I love how he gives interesting examples and life experience. We were also his favorite class of all time. I love how he Is neat and classy. Love him love him love him ....
He is a GREAT professor!!! The class is interesting, and you actually learn from real life examples! It helps that he is good looking, and has a sense of humor! I would take him again for sure! Absolutely LOVED professor Polze!
Such a great professor! He is extremely clear and concise and gives you exactly the information you need to pass the tests. Plus, he presents it all in a way that is fun and interesting. One of the best classes I've taken in my college career and definitely the class I learned the most in.
The reviews don't lie here... His classes fill up fast for a reason. His tests were hard IMO since I'm not a business major. Super nice guy w/ cute family! Office hours open to anyone who has questions. Presents funny stories and examples so class was always entertaining. Highly recommend if u need an elective. One short paper to help boost grade.
Hands down the best professor I've ever had; I wish all instructors were as friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and passionate about their work as Polze. He touched me (not like that, you f*cking perv), and I know he'll touch you. Be sure to enroll in one of his courses; it'll be the most memorable and rewarding credit hours o
BY FAR THE BEST TEACHER AT UTD!!! Makes you want to come to class and learn. take him, its worth it. wished all the teachers were like him.
Be a outstanding student then he will love you
Polze is an amazing teacher hands down. He cares about his students, and genuinely wants you to learn his subject. Honestly if you listen in his lectures and take notes you will do well on the exams. 3 Exams, 1 writing assignment. TAKE HIS CLASS, EVEN IF YOU DON'T NEED IT. You use the information you learn in class in everyday life, not just for BL
Every day you attend class is one point toward your grade. Great teaching style. The examples are very useful in everyday life and you'll learn the subject. Go to class, pay attention to his lectures and you will be ready for your test! I took this class for fun and I don't regret it! He seems to love his job which makes people love going to class!
This is an online class. Its very easy. It is one of the courses where you learn something useful that can be applied to real life. Business Law (now ACCT 6370). Great professor, highly recommend. If possible take during Fall or Spring. Avoid Summer...as it becomes hectic to read 4 chapters in 1 week (summer right!!)
Greatest professor I've had in all my years as a student. Don't even need to try to go to class; your body just automatically does it. Excellent teaching style and is readily available to help. Just go to class, take notes and pay attention. Having a great time comes free with the course. Highly recommended.
He's the most awesome professor in UTD i had so far, fun, interested in teaching, great personality, etc. Just awesome, plz take him, NOW!!!
Polze is an amazing teacher hands down. He cares about his students, and genuinely wants you to learn his subject. Honestly if you listen in his lectures and take notes you will do well on the exams. 3 Exams, 1 writing assignment. TAKE HIS CLASS, EVEN IF YOU DON'T NEED IT. You use the information you learn in class in everyday life, not for BL
One of the most engaging and interesting professors I have encountered. Great methods of teaching!
Keeps the material interesting, the exams are not too difficult and the course would only be better if he taught without his shirt on.
Great teacher. Enjoyed going to class and he is extremely helpful regardless if its on the subject or something personal. Practice tests help with the actual test but some information comes off the power points.
This is the best professor I've ever had! He takes attendance every day that counts as part of your grade but his lectures are so much fun, you want to go to class. As long as you study the lecture notes you'll do just fine on the exams. And to top it off, you'll learn so much in his class. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND POLZE!!!
Professor Polze can make any subject fascinating. What an incredible, engaging lecturer! Study the practice questions on E-Learning and look over the slides/book, and you will make an A on the exam. He wants you to succeed and is extremely accessible. Highly recommended!
One of the best professor's at UTD. He really cares about his students and is very helpful. The only grades are 3 tests, 1 (easy) writing assignment, and he gives you points for attendance. It's a fun class, so you will want to attend! I have learned a lot that I know I will use later in life. I'm interested in pursuing law because of this class!
I love Professor Polze. All of his tests are from the power point slides so it's an easy A if you study. It's a good class just to take for fun to learn about life, contracts, and the law.
Matt Polze was the best teacher/professor I have had in my whole life! It was so interesting I never missed a day of class.. Polze truly cares about his students and is very approachable and friendly if you have a question or even if you just want to talk! Even if you aren't required to take this class DO IT! You won't regret it!!
OMG. BEST PROFESSOR EVER!He makes the class so interesting. I usually skip alot of my classes however this was one class that I NEVER skipped. He's hands down the best professor you will have in your life. Thank you so much professor Polze!
If you got problems getting in I feel bad for you son, I got 99 problems but getting in wasn't one. I don't usually do reviews for professors, but this guy is super amazingly AWESOME! He's funny, he teaches, and he actually wants you to learn. Come to class and read the book and you will get an A. BETTER SIGN UP FAST BEFORE PEOPLE TAKE IT UP!
Easily my favorite professor at UTD. He is an amazing lecturer. I had a friend who wasn't even enrolled in Polze's class, but showed up just to hear Polze speak (true story). His lectures are interesting, funny, informative, and interactive. He gives three tests, which are easy.Questions from practice exams will be on the tests.
He is definitely the best professor I ever had. I looked forward to going to class everyday because I really enjoyed his lectures. His tests are difficult and you have to study but you can get an A if you put forth the effort. Also there is one very easy writing assignment.
Best professor I have had at UTD. He makes the class every entertaining and he will help you out during office hours. As long as you go to class you should be able to pass. Getting an A requires you to take practice questions on eLearning. Some of the questions from eLearning will be on the test.
I sat in this class once with my friend, a the teacher was so good, I showed up to class every day after that, even though I wasn't even enrolled in it. I can't speak for the grades aspect, since I never did the actual assignments or tests, but he took a subject I was interested in, and made it an awesome class.
Easy class, its one of those classes you don't want to miss because they are so awesome! Even if you're feeling down that day just attending class can lift your spirits
Polze was great! He was clear on what was goign to be on the exam, he was nice, cute, and very interesting. He would give crazy examples that would stick in your head to the end of your college career.
I've never felt so comfortable about a exam. His method of teaching the course is w/o any imperfections. You will actually learn material in this class, not just memorize it for the exam & not even a hassle b/c his lectures are just so clear/easy to comprehend. Buy the book if you want, but nbd b/c his PPTS are GREAT!ELEARNING quizzes help alot!
Great professor. Exams are pretty similar to practice exams and he is always very helpful.
Professor Matt Polze is the best instructor I've ever had. His lectures are interesting and you can tell how great of a teacher he is based on attendance. Even Friday lectures are almost full! He's funny, smart, and offers more than just education in BLAW. His tests are extremely fair and if you study the reviews he puts out online you'll be fine!
I think he is the best professor in UTD Business. He is very passionate and always try to help you and give advices. One short essay and three tests. his tests are really mixed up; ppt, practice questions, lectures, text. attendance is mandatory and last of all, I highly recommend him
He is amazing! Do yourself a favor and get to know him! He uses personal examples that really make concepts stick! He is the professor you want to stay in contact with! He takes such an interest in your life that you won't believe it at first. Everyone should take this class no matter their major!!
AWESOME PROFESSOR. Book helps, but the powerpoints and his lectures are also good enough for an A if you really take time to study and take good notes. HE IS A FAB TEACHER. So interesting, just listening to his examples is a good way to study and understand the material.
He was the kindest professor I have ever had. He is so passionate and caring about his students and has a great out look on life. I wish he could teach all my classes!!!!
Seriously take this class or you will regret it. Great professor who covers lots of important real world knowledge!
The only class I consider worth the outrageous tuition price! Polze is a fantastic professor and he is always available to discuss law, life, and problems. He is also incredibly protective of his students, always ending more controversial discussion topics before fights ensue.
legendary and for good reason. knowledgeable, humble, and just cool. best professor at UTD. period.
Hands down! THE BEST PROFESSOR at UTD! He is the only one worth going to class. If you have to take Blaw, take him. You will not regret it.
BEST PROFESSOR EVER.
Greatest professor in the history of all professors. This guy is awesome!! Do not take BLAW unless you are taking it with him!!
Professor Polze gives outstanding and entertaining lectures, his "class" does't even feel like class. Grades are based off 3 exams, attendance, and an easy writing assignment. You really won't need the book, just study your notes and take online quizzes. Whether you have to take BLAW or not, take this class. The knowledge you gain is priceless.
The best professor ever.
He's the best! You will not be bored!
the 4310 class is a new class this semester. I love polze, but not sure about this course. GO TO ALL CLASSES, and RECORD THE LECTURES because this is what the tests are supposed to be over, along with articles he gives to read, and current events. broad range of material for a test,& NO REVIEW on what exactly to focus on. Take 2301, but SKIP 4310.
This version of Blaw is NOT for those that are introverted or do not like doing a lot of speaking in class or interacting with others. If you are extroverted and dont mind meeting new people and such, then this class is just for YOU!!!
great professor, engages students. Loved him. Good lectures, great classes. I always looked forward to his classes.
Polze is a great professor who enjoys his work. He is more than helpful and will go above and beyond for his students. If you want to feel like your professor knows you, and cares about you, this is the class for you.
Very interactive and engaging. This is an entertaining class that actually has a lot of real world application to it.
great teacher, really loves teaching and will do anything he can to help you out. Strongly recommend using a free elective and taking his Business Law class.
You have to read the book to get an A. Powerpoints will get you a B or B+ if you pay attention in class. In my opinion, the best professor at UTD. Wish he taught more classes.
According to the previous reviews, this class is easy...but somehow the av score for 1st exam was 75. I don't know about others, but for me the course was really hard, based purely on the BOOK!!! the book is very good, Polze is a good explainer but rushes too much. He IS a nice and charismatic person, but the course itself is difficult. Good luck!
Read or fail. He is the greatest person ever. Get to know him!
I'm not a business major, but after hearing all this hype about him, decided to sign up for his class. HE IS THE BEST. Excellent communicator and makes class interesting. Best professor I've had all undergrad.
Polze is a vry good communicator, afterall he is a lawyer. Just attend all his classes, go over powerpoints, do the practice exam questions, and review questions and you will get an A, unless you got into UTD by look.
No quizzes, only tests. His lectures are amazing, in depth, and he does a great job of communicating with student and pulling them into his lectures. No homework besides reading textbook chapters
Fantastic professor. Wholeheartedly cares about his students, answers emails almost 247 and have long office hours. Class can be hard if you don't read the textbook or only pay attention to the PowerPoint. Get to know him!
He is the greatest professor at UTD for BLAW. Only 3 exams and a written assignment. He cares about the students and helps and clarifies any questions you may have.
Polze is easily the best professor I've ever had. He is very knowledgable on the subject and gives plenty examples to explain the concepts. You can tell he really loves teaching and wants everyone to do well. I have never seen a class of 100+ people participate as much as his does. He is very outgoing and a genuinely nice guy. Not hard if you try!
He's the best professor I've had at Utd. I honeslty shouldn't even compare him to any of the professors at utd. This guy should be working at Harvard, Princeton or another I.V. league university.
Polze is a really good professor. He explains the material clearly and tries to keep lectures interesting and engaging. His exams are fair, and he gives practice questions for every chapter. I would definitely recommend taking him.
The BEST professor ever! Everything is so clear in his class! You also learn A LOT and the things you learn are going to help you in life. I literally looked forward to going to this class all the time. Never skipped it because this was my favorite class.
Polze is one of the best professors at UTD, hands down! I wish I could take him for all my classes! He loves teaching and he will always answer your questions
Honestly one of my favorite classes I have ever taken. You will learn things that will help you in the real world, and the professor is not only passionate about his job but passionate about his students too. He is a man that wants you to succeed in life and also to grow as a person. Granted I failed his class, but it was my fault completely.
He's an amazing professor. Yes, you have to read a lot, but it's so helpful and you'll be glad that you did. The tests are tough, but he's hilarious and always 100% there for a student. I would definitely take him again if given the opportunity.
Current events are discussed every week which keeps you informed on what is going on in the world. Well rounded topics discussed in class. I loved his class! Study the material assigned for reading and you will make an A on his tests. Wish he could teach all of my classes. Enjoyed having him as a professor.
four test and one homework assignment. He is very easy to talk to. I thought his exams were easy. I went to class with the printed PowerPoints from eLearning and wrote notes on there for e textbook and his lectures. Does give little awards out at the end of the semester. Fun to go to class and laugh at his stories and MADE-UP examples.
He's an absolutely phenomenal teacher!! Don't pass up the chance to take his class. Even if you're not a business major, you will enjoy this class. He has taught me so much, I especially admire his upbeat and positive attitude. If you're having a bad day, fear not! Professor Polze's class will cheer you up. Professor Polze is AWESOME!!!!
Prof Polze is one of the best professors at UTD! His class is interesting and you'll learn a lot in it; however, tests are not easy. NO EXTRA CREDIT (3 tests and a paper) those are all the chances you have. If you want to keep a high GPA and blaw is not something of interest take it at community college.
Polze has the ability to turn a bad day into a great one all while teaching valuable information during any and all of his lectures. Ive literally never seen the man in a bad mood, its crazy! He absolutely loves teaching and his students. Text book is definitely a necessity. Overall, not only a great professor but a great person overall. TAKE HIM!!
One of the best professor's I had in College.
Literally, best teacher. Class is interesting, however, you need to read the book. Study for exams and do well on the paper because those are the only grades. Not a hard class, but not an easy A. Definitely would take again!
So I am gonna be super honest with you... There are those classes that you could live without and there are those that you live for. I know this sounds cheesy but after one day of this class I am already looking forward to more. This guy is a phenomenal teacher! Please do yourself a favor and take this class.
Polze is a great professor, probably one of the best instructors I've had all my educational career. Lectures are really engaging and the man really knows how to make a relatively dry subject interesting. Great at explaining and is always available to help you out. If you take BLAW take it with Polze. Be prepared for quite a bit of reading though
I do admire and respect Professor Polze's enthusiasm and personality. Pretty great with students. Lectures are quite engaging and lively. However, one has to give a LOT of time and effort in this course. I am not a fan of memorizing and reading a textbook word for word, which seemed CRUCIAL for this course. Subject matters are a bit dry for me.
Polze engages his students with lectures and he is willing to do anything to help you. BEST decision you can make is to befriend this teacher because not only is he respected, he can help you and is willing to make sure you understand the difficult material.
Great Class if you are willing to do your work and study!!
Polze is a REALLY REALLY good professor, very passionate about what he is teaching and makes a huge effort to make every topic he talks about relevant. I'm not going to lie, tests are hard and there is a lot of material you have to know for each exam. There are three tests and one paper.
I was warned this class was going to be difficult. But, it's not terribly difficult. He gives good lectures and he loves his students. TAKE HIM IN BLAW. DO IT.
3 exams, 1 writing assignment that is it. Gives only one practice test before each exam and that is by the online resource itself as well are all the non required quizzes. He gives one full review before each exam that is pretty well done. Its him recording his voice and going over important slides. If you don't read, well good luck making a C.
Polze is an absolutely wonderful professor and human being. He truly likes to teach every single day and you can tell from his really engaging lectures. His office doors are also always open in case you have questions for class or just want to talk. He grades extremely challenging in his honors class though. Like ridiculously hard to get an A.
Amazing professor, made a really dry law class pretty interesting. Very friendly if you talk to him after class. Practice problems are good on Mindtap, and are essential to making a good grade. If you go to class and work the questions on mindtap you will make a good grade, but if you dont you will struggle to make a C. Tests are pretty tricky
He's great professor always willing to help. The test are hard if you don't read the textbook and take notes.
He's an very inspirational professor. Always has interesting lectures. His exams are tough if you don't read the book, but overall amazing professor!
His honors class is no joke. Your are against everyone in there and only the top 25% get an A. Aside from that, this was the best class I have ever taken. Polze cares for all his students and is always will to help. If you like the law, this class won't be hard. I never had to study. If you don't like the law, then good luck.
Best professor ever! 3 exams and 1 writing assignment. His exams do have a few tricky questions, but if you attend lectures and listen to his reviews, you will pass and ace it!
Business law honors IS the weed out course for honors. It will push you, requires consistent work, but will leave you with a truly deep understanding and appreciation for the law. Polze is amazing and literally offers every avenue for even the most struggling student to improve their grades. The grading is competitive but work hard you'll be fine.
Professor Polze is a great professor and human being. He is perfect in every way except that he prioritizes differently than he says he does when it comes to grading. He is consistent in applying his grading standards across the student body.
A lot of people really like Polze but I thought he was an average professor. Often treats class like his personal comedy act and does things like stray completely off topic of shows videos that he thinks are funny. It was an easy class and does provide good examples when he tries. You will make an A if you read the book and come to lectures.
Amazing professor & person. Lectures are fun, but Polze also plans his lectures carefully so all the material is covered. He gives great examples and stories of law scenarios that'll help you understand the material clearly. Beyond law, he will teach you invaluable life lessons & inspire you. Tests are HARD and you will need to work for your grade.
Tests are easily among the hardest I've ever taken, and I ranked very high in HS and took all AP's. Up to 100 multiple choice questions, several essays. This format forces you to know the material backwards/forwards, you have no time to double-check. Be prepared for massive reading and reviewing. Go to lectures, Polze gives great examples+explaning
If you attend class regularly and study you will do well. he gives you very specific and useful tools to do your best and practice the material, just do it and it's not too hard. lectures are always very engaging! one of the best profs at utd.
Professor Polze is a great, kind, and hilarious professor, and he makes sure you do well on the exams. The tests are a bit tough if you don't study, but he helps you out if you do poorly on them. I would definitely recommend him.
All I could ever want in a professor
He likes to think he is a comedian... He breaks the long lectures up with terrible jokes, that make the class tolerable. He shows funny youtube videos, etc. The tests are tricky, and he makes them that way on purpose. 1/2 of the test is true/false, and 1/2 is multiple choice. You have to put in effort. 3 tests and a paper.
I love Professor Polze!! I was so lucky to have him because I was in the LLC. Great professor and teaches the material while applying it to real life. He kept me updated on current events and kept the class engaged. He is super welcoming and friendly so take advantage of his office hours! Study MindTap and read the book. He wants you to succeed.
Best professor at UTD. He's the kind of professor who makes me glad I chose this school. Not only is he the kindest, funniest professor I have ever met, his lectures are captivating and make a difficult subject easy to understand. You won't want to skip his class. He is always there for his students and is very easy to talk to about anything.
Hottest Professor at UTD hands down
Professor Polze is fantastic. Business law can be quite boring and confusing, but he constantly brought in real world examples to explain concepts. He doesn't require attendance, but it is ESSENTIAL in order to do well on the exams. Additionally, he took the time to record reviews for each chapter, listen to them. Three tests and one paper.
Nice and funny, but I did not like his class. Lots of readings. No extra credit. VERY hard tests. I studied every word from the chapters but failed the first test and got a 70 on the second. Anything under 70 is fail. 3 tests and 1 writing assignment. Wished there were quizzes, homework, assignments/paper, and extra credit. Big, big disappointment!
Hands down one of the best professors at UTD! I actually look forward to his classes. Would definitely recommend!
Polze is the best professor I have ever had, he makes lectures interesting and fun. He is always willing to help even if it is 3 hours before his tests. You do have to read and go to class to get a good grade but I swear you'll want to willingly go to class everyday. HE IS THE BEST!
Polze is by far one of the best professors I have taken thus far. Really motivational and makes his lectures fun. Some days when the material is boring, but he makes it bearable. Going to class WILL help on exam. You remember his little examples during the exam. Tests are sometimes hard, but study and go to class, it'll all work out.
You can tell he really loves his job and to talk. There is a total of 3 tests, noncumulative, and one really easy paper. The tests are pretty challenging. You'd have to put a term into context, so reading the book and paying attention in class is a must. Attendance is not mandatory, but his cheerful energy makes you want to keep coming to class.
Great professor. Tests do require studying and knowing application, but definitely easy to pass. Makes you want to go to class; his memes, comments, and examples keep you engaged throughout the semester.
I didn't enjoy business law at all. You need to memorize the content. Your best bet is memorizing the textbook. Polze's lectures confused me because he used examples that I didn't understand, such as various sports stories. His lectures are basically word for word from the textbook when he does talk about relevant content.
Entertaining professor, but tests are challenging and you have to understand the chapters very well to pass his exams. He gives likes 9 chapters for one test, so if you have a busy schedule, i'd suggest you take a different professor. Make sure to do the mind tap questions in addition to reading the book, also go to class.
One of the best professors at UTD. Tests are very challenging, but he gives you all the tools you need to succeed (practice questions, slides, audio review). Take notes, pay attention in class, and work the practice questions and you will be in good shape. However, if you don't do any of those things I mentioned, don't expect to pass.
Great professor with amazing lectures. He genuinely cares about his students and always does anything to help the students get a better grade.
Professor Polze is by far the best professor I've had. Although I did not do as well as I could have, his lectures were fun. He makes learning fun. Study, complete the readings, and ask questions.
Polze is amazing. Makes coming to campus early totally worth it. He is the best professor to get your day started off right. His lectures are entertaining and he plays awesome music. If this class is mandatory for your degree plan, I wouldn't take anyone else.
Great profesor. I failed the class, but it was my favorite class. I liked the subject and I did study, but his tests are tedious and application based. His grading criteria is up a notch, so it is easy to fail even if you make a 70 on an exam. 3 exams and 1 paper. Although I did fail, he is passionate about teaching and wants to help you pass.
He is an amazing professor but this class is extremely hard! Only 3 exams and a paper (not worth much) and anything below 70 is fail! I barely passed, and as much as I would take this professor again, this class is horrible. I recommend taking it at a community college/online instead.
Transferred to UT after freshman year, and by and far the thing I miss most about UTD is Polze. Class was always something to look forward to. And you're very unlikely to find another person who is as knowledgeable or truly invested in you. Haven't met another professor that even comes close and I'm afraid my standards are now ruined. Thanks Polze.
BEST at UTD as far as lectures
Polze is definitely one of the top best professors I've had in my college career. He loves his job and helping students in every way. His lectures are interesting and involves his students. I would def take him! but his exams are not easy!! You have to study!
Probably one of the best professors I've ever had. His lectures are absolutely amazing; he tells great stories and always has an example for the concept he's teaching. You MUST go to class and read the textbook if you want to pass his exams, they're difficult. There's also a paper he assigns, but it's basically a completion grade. Take him!
Professor Polze is probably the best teacher I've ever had. He genuinely cares about his students and wants his students to succeed. BLAW was definitely one of the most interesting classes I've taken thanks to him.
Whether you are required to take this class or not, take it! Dr. Polze is the most amazing and inspirational professor and it brightened my day to come to his class. He is always available to talk about assignments or anything that you want to ask him. He teaches so passionately and truly cares about the students and their success. TAKE HIS CLASS!!
Great professor. Very approachable and uses several examples to try to help us understand concepts. I read the chapters and listened to the spoken review he does and am very satisfied with my grade.
Polze is amazing! There is a lot of dry reading in this class, but do it before lecture and it will all appear simpler once he explains it. The entire grade is only three tests so make sure to study, but the tests are not that difficult. Polze is more than a teacher and is always ready to help you no matter what the problem. Take this Professor!!!
He is incredibly passionate about what he does and is always available for students for this class and others. Only three tests and a writing assignment but he makes mp4 reviews for the exams which are very helpful. One of UTD's BEST professors. Words can't describe how much he cares about his students. He makes you want to come to class and learn.
Grade is based out of three tests and one writing assignment. However, none of the tests are comprehensive. He is a great teacher in that he does lectures very well and cares about his students succeeding. You can almost always ask questions, his office hours are very convenient, and he responds to email fairly quickly. Great teacher, hard material
He is great! Extremely passionate and enjoyable. Make sure you show up to class and take notes! Also do the MindTap Exam Reviews they really help. He always tells you what examples will be on the test. You'll do fine. (:
He is a caring, engaging professor who makes an otherwise dry course entertaining and pertinent to everyday life. Though his honors class was tough, I greatly enjoyed his class and learned a lot. Show up to class, pay attention to lectures and study and you'll pass.
Polze is an awesome professor. I would recommend ALL of the classes he teaches to everyone, regardless of major. You can get an A without the textbook if you study slides (but he negotiates with the publisher to make them cheaper so just buy it and read). His lectures are great, he's funny and affable, and his office door is ALWAYS open for you.
You can tell Professor Polze is passionate about law, and his energy is contagious. I really enjoyed taking his BLAW class. He only uses 3 exams and 1 writing assignment for grades. None of them are too hard if you pay attention in class, which isn't that hard either because his lectures are interesting. I wish I had more professors like him.
Outstanding professor and class. Pay attention to his lectures and examples, many of them show up on the exams. Mindtap practice questions will show up on the exams, too. Polze is super motivational and funny. Three multiple choice and T/F exams, one very small writing assignment. Make sure you understand concepts and exceptions.
This was a very difficult calls but Professor Polze really inspired me to do well. He made this class so interesting and motivated me to come everyday and learn. He does everything he possibly can to help his students succeed and consistently explains perfectly. He makes what should be a hard class fun and very interesting. Highly recommend,
I definitely suggest taking Polze's 4310 BLAW class if you're a business major. You actually learn. Prof Polze makes the class very interesting and is always open for feedback. Polze assigns 6 writing assignments, and 3 exams. Nothing to worry about as long as you follow his grading rubric. Great Class!
He is OK.
This guy changed my outlook on life... nuff said. Other than that, there are 3 tests (each worth 31.25%)and a 1 page typed paper(worth 6.25% of your grade), the tests you should be good if you study on mindtap and read the notes. I'd say he's not accessible in person because there's literally always a line to see him. E-mail would work though.
Take him. His lectures are amazing, he genuinely cares about his students, and his class is simple. Come to class, take notes, take the exam. He literally says "This will be on the exam". His office hours are M-Th 1-4 pm, so he's always accessible. Head of DMHP, so get to know him! Awesome guy, great lectures. Study hard, do Mindtap review, & read!
Professor Polze is incredible. He is an excellent teacher, and cares so much about his students. He has been the best mentor I could ever ask for, and I am infinitely grateful for the energy and passion he brings to his job.
Professor Polze is the G.O.A.T. He is a funny and very inspirational. He has longer office hours than any professor. Students are almost always lined up out his door to talk with him. He loves talking with students.... He gave me amazing advice during a hard time. His class is tough but you'll be MOTIVATED to study.... if you go to class.
A quality class if you are thinking of law school. Formatted like a law school class. But you have to be thinking
A lot of reading for this class but not as bad as everyone says. If you read the textbook chapters, assigned novels and do the mindtap questions it is not hard to complete the tests. He is a great person who genuinely cares for every one of his students. He genuinely wants everyone to succeed and is willing to help in anyway possible.
He is one of the most genuine teachers I've ever had. Although he will seem to divert from the subject matter, his discussions are relevant to life and very riveting. The extra work the honors class does can seem extra, but it really helps change your viewpoint on life. I would say that all the extra work was totally worth it.
He is the best professor I have ever had and think I ever will. He is everyones counselor and is loved by LITERALLY EVERYONE. He will help you with ANYTHING whenever you need it and is so kind.
Polze is by far one of the most influential, caring, and respectful professors you'll come across in your college career. If you take his HON class, don't underestimate how much work you need to put in and how fast you need to write on the exam. It's ridiculously difficult, but you'll learn so much & appreciate the knowledge gained after.
Attendance isn't required, but strongly recommended. Relatable and interesting lectures. You won't pass without a textbook. The exams are challenging, but he gives you the materials you need to succeed. You can tell he genuinely cares about his students. Every time he's in his office, there's a line of students waiting to chat with him.
By far one of the Best professors at UTD. Polze is so passionate about what he does and he makes the lectures interesting. Exams can be a bit challenging, but if you pay attention and read the book, then you should be fine. He's always more than happy to talk to students and he honestly wants all of his students to succeed. Definitely take him
Polze himself is a good teacher. He makes lectures as fun as he can and is genuinely excited to teach to students. He also shares good bits of wisdom he has learned and truly cares about the lives of whomever is in his class. Only negative is that his exams are very difficult---and only 3 exams more or less determine your entire grade.
Lived up to the hype. Honestly the best teacher that Ive ever had. His inspiring messages also really helped me
He is the best professor ever! The test are challenging but if you read the textbook and listen to the lectures it will be easy to make a A
As a senior taking this class, this has by far been the most enjoyable class at UTD. Professor Polze made it so enjoyable that I actually looked forward to attending and made sure I wasn't late. Overall, study hard for the exams, they're difficult but if you study, you should be fine.
Professor Polze is the best professor of all time. He gives informative lectures, is extremely accessible, and clearly lays out what you need to do to do well in the class.
This was an amazing class, clearly taught by someone who loves their career and the school. As an associate dean and head of the honors program, he is still easily accessible outside of class for anyone who needs to reach out to him. I took the honors section of the class. Make sure to read every chapter that he goes through and outside reading.
AWESOME! AMAZING
Amazing lectures.
Some of my friends sat in on this class and loved it so much they want to take it next sem even though theyre not business majors! Prof polze is loved by his students. He had to cancel class once due to an emergency& i kid you not students were disappointed bc they LOOK FORWARD to this class. Exams are hard but his A range is 90-100, 89 being an A-
He is the best professor I have ever had. He genuinely cares for his students, beyond simply grades. He encouraged us to come talk to him about anything; the class, your personal life, mental health, etc. He was an incredible teacher as well, very organized, and his lectures were really fun! I looked forward to his classes every day I had them.
Polze is one of the most amazing professors I have ever had. He really cares that his students succeed. His lectures go by so fast because of how interesting they are. BUT tests are very difficult and you MUST put in a lot of time to study. GO TO HIS OFFICE HOURS!!
He is hyped beyond belief, but believe me the hype is real. I took his honors section where our grades were based on weekly writing assignments and 3 tests. The tests are very challenging (sometimes he pulled questions from Harvard Law exams) but you will get out of this class what you put in. If you study hard this class is so rewarding.
Professor Polze is the professor you never knew you were missing. Literally, he is the best teacher I've ever had in any subject I've ever taken. This class is VERY HARD, but it is 100% worth it.
His honors class is not hard, it just requires a lot of work and he grades his exams unreasonably hard. His competitive grading system is really just unfair to students who study hard but still don't perform well compared to their peers.
One of the BEST professors at UTD hands down. But with that said, his exams are very challenging!! PLEASE STUDY! He makes coming to class worth it! I never wanted to skip! Hes always there for you! 3 exams and 1 writing assignment so make sure to keep up with the material! He words his exams very tricky. You just have to put the work in!
One of the best professors you will ever have, he's very motivated and funny when he's teaching. Going to class isn't necessary, but it's fun and makes the class easier! His tests are hard, but he has video reviews for every exam that only includes the material tested over. If you study the reviews and practice, the class is an easy and fun A!
Professor Polze really knows the information he is teaching about, and you can tell he is very passionate. He always makes himself available to students for anything they may need. His exam reviews are a great resource to do well on the tests. The tests are hard, he makes you earn it. Overall, he's a great professor.
He does not take attendance but his class is full from the beginning of semester until the last day. That should explain how amazing his lectures are. Hes also a good person. Take his class and you wont regret
Polze is a great teacher. He really cares about the class and is always there if you need him. He gives good examples and makes class fun to come to. I feel like I have learned a lot from his class. Attendance isn't mandatory, which is so nice. READ THE BOOK, come to class and do the practice questions. Pulled off an A
Exams are challenging and are asked in form of hypothetical situations, must know how to apply each law in a scenario. Study the hypothetical analysis questions and do the practice exams on MindTap. Polze will also tell you specific questions and answers that he puts on the exams so go to class, pay attention, use mind tap, and you'll do fine!
Professor Polze is one of the most amazing professors I have ever had! His lectures are very interesting, and he will help you with anything you might be struggling with. He genuinely cares about his students. Tests can be difficult if you don't study, but if you study you should be fine. I would definitely take again, even if it was just for fun.
hands down THE BEST professor ive ever had in my entire life. his lectures are incredible and he made me WANT to come to class! exams are not the easiest but he gives lots of resources to help you, and if you go to lecture youll be fine. Polze is THE GREATEST & you will not regret taking his class one bit!! such a great lecturer and super funny!!
Prof Polze truly is one of the best professors at UTD. If there's a class you need to take & he's teaching it, then take his. He is very knowledgeable & passionate about what he teaches & loves to converse with students. Even though attendance isn't mandatory he will make you want to come to class! Only grades are exams & easy 1-page assignment.
Polze is one of the best professors at UTD. He makes you want to come to class. But the exams are very challenging. If you don't manage your time we'll, you will struggle in class. However, Polze wants to help you improve, so reach out to him if you're struggling.
I took professor Polze for Honors BLAW and can honestly say he is one of the best professors UTD has to offer.
Professor Polze truly cares about each student's success. His lectures are always very interesting and helpful in understanding the material. You will need to study a lot but if you just apply yourself you will get an A.
One of the best professors I have taken at UTD. His lectures make the class time go by so quickly because he makes them extremely interesting and entertaining. Always willing to help students if they didn't understand the material. Uses real world examples in his lectures. Read carefully on tests because his wording can be tricky.
Professor Polze is one of the greatest teachers I've ever had. The class itself is very interesting, but reading and lecture intensive. If you study for exams and attend class, you should have no problem getting an A. You will not regret taking Professor Polze's class.
He's an amazing lecturer and a great person. However, if you want the grade, you have to put in the work. You have to study for the tests and do all the reading. Exams are not too hard if you truly understand the concepts.
Professor Polze is one of the greatest professors I've had. He cares so much about his students and wants the best for everyone. The material can be difficult but if you go to class and study you will be fine. Seriously the best professor.
His lectures are AMAZING. They really keep your attention. In order to make an A all you have to do is attend all of his lectures and then just skip through the slides the day before the exam. Such a great professor.
Great lectures and he really loves what he does. He cares about his students and is very practical! His exams are primarily based off his lectures and the examples he gives. Make sure to study tho bc each exam has A LOT of content. Really pushes us to work hard and be the best!
Like everyone else said, really good lecturer. Main thing I wanted to say is, you should read the textbook but don't necessarily have to buy it. I read a pirated free version without the mindtap questions and managed an A- even with forgetting to turn in the only assignment of the class. His grading is also easier, with an 89 being an A-.
What a stand-up guy, I really enjoyed my time in his class. He makes it not boring by giving anecdotes about his life but still manages to help the class understand everything. He will also spend time answering questions if you have them which I found to be very helpful. Tests are hard so you definitely will have to work for it, but it's worth it!
Polze is an amazing professor. However, his exams are hard which you would need good time management because it is long. Go to class and take good notes, write down the examples he gives you. I read the textbook which helped me a lot for the 2nd exam and 3rd. I didn't read for the 1st exam and didn't do as I expected. But overall, I got an A.
The BEST professor in UTD. For the tests just study his notes and you will do great.
As a junior, Polze is the best professor I have had eve. Beware he is FAIR in his grading and test are extremely challenging! If you want to know the material take him as a professor. I literally remember everything he has told us and his stories are the best! He gives great examples and easy to access after class! Take him if you wanna learn!!
best prof at UTD, lectures are easy to follow and he has great relatable stories, you'll actually learn something in his class, highlights what previous students missed to make sure you study those, easily accessible outside of class, down to earth guy. 3 exams and one writing assignment - study his notes!! loved his class!!
This is one of those professors that you wish you had for all of your classes. However, make sure you study hard, because those tests are a bit difficult.
I took Professor Polze for BLAW. Take HIM! He is the most caring professors I have ever had. He truly cares for everyone in the class and goes way out of his way to make sure we are successful in the class. The content itself is not easy and so keeping up with the lectures along with practice problems on Cengage is important.
The best professor I've had in college! I've never seen a person so passionate about the subject they teach. His stories and the way of explaining methods helps you actually learn the concept. Be sure to use Cengage and do mind tap. Halfway we switched to online format, but the content is not difficult you just have to read and apply on exams. :)
BEST PROFESSOR EVER! He is an AMAZING lecturer! He makes me want to be a lawyer and thats one career I told myself I would never do! Let me give y'all some advice... BEFORE class print out the lecture slides in layout format and follow along with the lecture and take notes on the slides. I GUARANTEE YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL.
He is such a kind person that really cares about his students. I have not heard a single bad thing about him. The material is hard but he is able to explain it all very well. He goes over EXACTLY what is on the test in his notes so its not too hard to get a good grade. The tests were open notes and reading the textbook is helpful but not needed.
Polze is an AMAZING professor who genuinely cares about his students. He makes his lectures super engaging and makes it fun to go to class. The exams are always from the lectures, so it's super important to take good notes and listen carefully. I always appreciated his fun stories and examples in class. If you have the chance to take him, do it!!!
Great professor, really motivated. Gives me Dead Poets Society type vibe. He grades pretty hard, weekly creative writing assignments. Since this was a COVID semester, his tests were structured as essay questions. He really just wants you to be able to apply legal concepts to the bigger picture. Always has office hours so take advantage of that.
Polze is an absolute beauty. He is easily one of the best professors at UTD. There are 3 open note exams and a writing paper so make sure you understand the material. Take this mans class if you can.
One of the best professors I've had at UTD, he genuinely cares about his students and their learning. The course is graded on three exams and a writing assignment. And as long as you watch the lectures and take good notes, you will do well in the class.
Such a great professor! I had him for Honors BLAW. He pushed our class a lot, but it was entirely worth it in my opinion. He somehow made law interesting. His class is difficult, but it is difficult because he respects us and wants us to be our best selves.
Advice: -Lecture Notes & Polze's commentary was enough (I didn't read the textbook) -Don't just memorize word for word; FAMILIARIZE yourself with concepts and be able to apply (there's a lot of situational questions) -WRITE DOWN when he says "On the exam I'll give __ scenario" -Writing Assignments: Use less flowery words -You will love this class.
100% take him. He is an amazing teacher, and I still remember so much from what he taught us. He teaches in a way that makes it easy to learn, remember, and apply it. Tests are really hard though, but it is worth it.
Professor Polze is one of my favorite professors at UTD. Attend his lectures and write down the examples, ESPECIALLY when he says it's going to be on the exam. He explains every concept in detail and genuinely cares about his students. Very accessible outside of class and gives great advice if you go to his office hours. Highly recommend his class!
Professor Polze is the best professor I have ever had the pleasure to learn from. He makes the class fun. He does not assign homework, there are just 3 exams and an essay for the semester. You do not NEED to read the textbook. He goes over the chapters very well and if you listen, you will do well. All his exams are based on his class examples.
The world's BEST PROFESSOR EVER. I have so much gratitude and respect for him. I slept through our virtual semester final by Half an hour because of a multitude of personal reasons. All it took was one email of heavy apologizing and explaining the situation. He let me retake it, no questions asked. I wish all prof's would be as understanding as him
Great professor and one I'd highly recommend!
Professor Polze is honestly one of the best professors I've had so far. He knows how to make the class fun and interesting to learn. He also answers all questions you might have no matter how crazy they are and knows how to keep the class interesting with the different stories and cases he talks about that relate to the topic.
Take this professor if you can 100%. Good lectures, uses tons of personal examples and funny examples and loves discussing student questions. Also accessible outside of class during office hours. Easy A because open notes and taken in own time for tests BUT go to class if you want to learn more about law and and other life lessons.
Professor Polze is a great person, very motivational, and kind-hearted. He is the kind of person you can to go for any advice. HOWEVER, the class VERY test heavy. Each exam is 30% of your grade, if you are not good with taking exams I would skip out. His exams are ambiguous, they are open note but you really do not have time to flip through them.
Legitimately 1 of the VERY VERY BEST Professors iv ever taken Prof Polze is a great lecturer. Drove all the way to campus at 10am just for this one class. If you can take him take him. The info he teach is interesting and Actually useful. He goes out of his way to be accessible and helpful to his students. truly would take this class all over again
Most amazing professor I have ever had. No homework plus his lectures are never boring, teaches them in the most engaging way. You'll have one easy writing assignment and 3 online tests. He tells you everything you need for exams. If you don't attend class just make sure to study the slides and you'll be fine. take him!! you will not regret it!
Professor Polze is UTD's golden goose! He's an awesome professor and really does care about you as a person, not just a student. Class is test-heavy, but they're open note and open book. Lectures aren't mandatory, but it's honestly a really fun lecture with great case examples to help you memorize the material being taught.
Great teacher, even better person. If you have the opportunity to take his class, do it. You won't regret it.
Great professor! 3 exams which are heavily based on his lecture and he will tell you what to expect on the exams during lecture. 1 easy writing assignment worth 10%. In order to do well in this class, you have to take notes and be attentive. He is very flexible and easily accessible if you have any troubles or concerns. Highly recommend! No curves!
Hands down, easily one of the best professors in JSOM and I can see why. His stories are funny and relatable and he knows how to make Business Law fun and interesting. He is open to all questions in class, no matter how dumb they are. To do well, take notes of his examples and you should do well! This class made me want to get into corporate law.
Absolutely amazing professor. Exams are online and open-book, not many other graded things besides the exams, but you'll be fine as long as you take notes and listen to his lectures. His lectures are fun to listen to and participate in. He does his best to get students involved and is a genuine guy. Take him if you can!!
If you have the choice to take this professor, just do it. He makes you want to come to class. Sometimes the lecture material is very dry, but he really tells interesting stories to engage the class. He really cares about all his students and its readily apparent. He is always available and super knowledgable and just wants to see you succeed!
Professor Polze is the type of professor you will remember years after taking and recall his class with excitement and gratitude. His assignments are challenging but designed to push you forwards, and he goes out of his way to be accessible. If you have the chance to take his class, I cannot recommend it enough.
Best teacher ever. He makes class fun and interesting. 1 writing assignment and 3 exams. Exams are open book and open notes. You don't even have to study for them to get an A.
Polze might be the best professor in the school. Amazing lectures and funny stories made going to class a much easier decision. Not the easiest class ever, but he tries his best to help everyone out. Writing assignments are easy once you realize they aren't about writing, but creativity. Absolute 10/10.
Best professor/teacher I've ever had - knows everything and teaches it well. Always go to lectures and write down the examples he uses. For writing assignments, show him drafts during office hours so he can edit them. Also a great person to talk to for personal advice - the sole reason I made it through the semester even though it was really hard!
Please do yourself a huge favor and take Professor Polze's class. I have never enjoyed a class as much as I enjoyed his. You can tell this mans passions lay in teaching. every day is exciting and fun. On top of that, the tests are open-book and pretty easy as long as you pay attention to the presentation.
Professor Polze was genuinely one of the healthiest influences in my life. He teaches you about law but also tries to teach you how to be better- period. His first 1 or 2 grades will be low- but that only those. He is a charismatic, sophisticated, disciplined role model that is more inspirational than anyone I have ever met. Take him.
I can't say enough good things about Polze! This class definitely wasn't easy, but it pushed me in a good way. The quality of work I produced was so much better at the end of the semester compared to the start. Just do your work, and you'll get a good grade. His lectures are very engaging, and he cares so much about every single student!
Professor Polze is officially the best professor and teacher I've ever had. He's is ridiculously funny, and brings smiles to everyone's faces. He's a great role model. Tests are open note and online. No group projects, only a couple of easy essays. I'm considering going into law because of Prof. P. Can't be enough said about how fantastic he is!
I hate school, but I genuinely loved Polze's class. He is such a great lecturer and person. He tries really hard to keep you engaged the whole time and his jokes are hilarious. Tests are online open note, the first one was the hardest. Don't skip class because he always hints at test questions.
Amazing lectures and genuinely cares about his students. As long as you attend his lectures and take some notes, you'd do fine on the exams. There are three online exams and one writing assignment.
Polze will go the extra mile to make you feel engaged with the content of the class. Highly recommend him. Makes me feel like I am at home.
Professor Polze is amazing, great, awesome, cool, wonderful, perfect, extraordinary, marvelous, miraculous, spectacular, stupendous, terrific, fabulous, outstanding, and phenomenal. Best professor at UTD. He goes above and beyond for his students.
The way I figured out how to get higher scores on writing assignments is to include more art and be creative and unique. He reads off a slideshow but makes up for it with plenty of commentary. I ended up super satisfied, so I highly recommend Mr. Polze.
Hands-down best professor at UTD. Caring and respectful, he finds a way to make each lecture engaging and the discussions in class were thought-provoking.
Polze is probably the best professor I have ever taken. Just show up to class and the 3 exams will be cake. No extra credit but it shouldn't be needed.
When people said Professor Polze is the best professor they have taken, I wanted to experience his class for myself. When he teaches, you can tell he loves being up there, finding ways to connect to students or break down concepts very easily. He made BLAW more enjoyable for me and in the process gave some key takeaways about life with an impact.
The best professor, 10/10 recommend. I actually go to class even though it was not mandatory.
His passion for law and public service is contagious, his writing assignments invoke creativity, and class conversations regarding the topic are NEVER boring with him. He makes an introductory law class digestable and inspiring. Get ready to read A. LOT. If he doesn't specify a boundary, think outside the box and be creative. I loved his class!
You pretty much have to try to fail this class. Attendance isn't mandatory, and you could pass the class without going once since the 4 assignments (this includes all tests and 1 actual assignment) are online, all his lectures are online, and tests are open note multiple choice online. Super hilarious and informative tho never skipped
Best Professor at UTD. Genuinely seems to care about students. Connects class to real-world examples. Gives engaging and funny examples in class.
Amazing Professor! Attendance is not mandatory, but attending lectures are very fun, interesting, and will help you for the exams. Other than that exams are not hard and the workload is pretty light!
Professor Polze is AMAZING! It was my first time taking his class this semester, and I am so glad I did. He is the sweetest professor at UTD and he posses amazing knowledge. He is very, very, very accessible outside of class to the point where there is always a line for his office hours. Gonna miss his class, he also gives great life advice!
Mr. Polze is an amazing professor he is caring and his lectures are extremely engaging, I really enjoyed his class and going to his lectures even though I struggled with the tests and material I still really enjoyed taking his course!
This class isn't hard, but you have to have a strong grasp of the material and the expectations on you for the honors class. Polze does good lectures and teaches with current events although sometimes he goes off on a tangent. Frequent assignments and additional readings mean you can't fall behind, but he's always available and eager to help.
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