He is absolutely AMAZING! his class is so interesting and he is sooo funny. He makes philosophy understandable and he is just plain BRILLIANT! :)i recommend his class to the fullest! only have two exams noncumulative and no paper.

I think I knew who gave him the hot tamles haha. Calarco is crazy cool. super fun. Pomo is hard as hell, but you get sooooo much out of that class. Only take it with him! I wish I had existenialism witrh him instead of mmmhmmm... Can't wait for Ethical Theory next semester. I'll admitt it, I'm kinda a groupie. (but aren't we all...?)

He is absolutely the best Philosophy professor at this school. Existentialism class has 2 tests no papers. Do the reading (which is interesting and lite, mostly Nietzsche) and a good grade is promised. TAKE THIS TEACHER!

Excellent professor. His Existentialism class was the most interesting class I have ever taken - and I'm a Political Science major. 2 tests, no papers. Highly suggest taking him, even if you aren't a Philosophy major.

He is so funny! I would recomend this class, you will think, but it is not overly challenging. There is no work and only 3 test that determine your grade, so it is important to do well, but he grades pretty easy.

BEST TEACHER EVER. TAKE HIS CLASS. MAKES LECTURES FUN.FOR HIS CRITICAL THINKING CLASS AS LONG AS YOU READ ONE WORLD YOU WILL GET AN A ON THE FINAL.

Best prof. ever. Phil 312 was great. He is helpful. If you write down all of his notes, you don't have to buy the book. He gives you the questions for the exams prior to the tests.

AMAZING professor! Definitely one of my favorites. I'm a political science major and really enjoyed this class. Great selections in reading. Discussions were always interesting. Professor was very knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

One of the best teachers I have ever had at CSUF. He knows his stuff. He assigns a few pages of reading a week (at most 20pgs.)He wants you to do well in his class. Read the book and go to class & get the notes, ace the test! I love him, I wish I could take more classes with him! Truly awesome and interesting!

THE BEST PHILOSOPHY PROFESSOR EVER!! I had high expectations for this class and it exceeded them! He breaks everything down for you so that you understand what is being discussed. He wants you to succeed. Answers emails and questions. I wish I could be a philosophy major/minor just so I could take more classes with him!

One of the best classes I have ever had. One of the best teachers I have ever had. Extremely smart, helpful, and hilarious. Learned so much and he breaks it down for you to make it as simple as possible- LOVED learning everything he taught, he made it fun, enjoyable, and interesting.

Dont buy the book!You dont need it.Plus its $70.Matt even said,you can find all the HW assignments if you just google them.Very interesting material and freakin hilarious guy!Tests are straight from the notes plus he gives you exact material to memorize for test.5pg paper due at final.

I didn't read the text, but I attended class every day and took notes and got an A. 2 tests, 1 paper. He tells us what will be on the test the class session before the test day. He is sarcastic and quite humerus. I thought he was cute too =).

I had Matt for 323/320 and can vouch he is hands down one of the best and down to earth professors on campus. He is really funny, his material is straight forward, he lets student know exactly what to study for tests and is always readily available for help. Take him and enjoy the learning experience!!!!

I took this class over summer.. He's really cool and really easy going. He tells you exactly what is going to be on the midterm and final.There's a midterm, final and a paper and that's it. I had no interest in the subject but if you need some credits, take him. I'd highly recommend him!!

Just like everybody said, 1 midterm, 1 final, 1 paper, all written. I thought I didn't do well on the paper and the final but I still got an A. Super funny guy and don't need to buy the book!

This guy is brilliant and so funny. Took the class over the summer. He tells you whats on the written exams. Take serious notes and be there on exam review. No need to buy the book. Returns emails immediately. Attend, review notes, email him every now and then = Grade A. His humor and intelligence = HOT!

Greatest. Professor. Ever. Oh, and you don't really need the textbook - just show up to class and take good notes.

Had limited interest in philosophy, took this class to meet a requirement. His ratings don't do him justice. He is such a cool guy. The material gets heavy, but he is always down to crack jokes, rip on historical figures, and improvise with random google searches. Along with the easy A you get a great experience.

Class is a breeze. Class lectures are extremely boring unless your into philosophy. He does make jokes which make it somewhat interesting. All I did was show up for the review in which he tells you whats on the test exactly! Attendance is not mandatory and less than 60% of students attended class. Easy A

Great professor, great guy, very helpful! you will def leave his class learning something without having to do so much reading. Highly recommend!!!

He is the best professor I've ever had. His classes are interesting, and makes sure we are 100% in our understanding of material. >10 pgs a class for readings, usually. Knows his stuff very well, and is probably the best philosopher on campus. I look up to him and his office hours are helpful for classwork, but also other academic pursuits.

He's awesome, he's the pride of the philosophy department and of CSUF, one of the finest philosophy professor out there! take him and you will know, the class's material is super interesting, he's very funny too,

Can't imagine how anyone could be too unhappy with him, he has a very good grasp on the subject articulates it well, hes funny grades very liberally doesn't waste your time. Pretty much what we're looking for.

Very good teacher. He makes a tough subject easy to grasp and also very interesting. The assigned reading is helpful, but if you pay attention in class and take perfect notes, it is not too necessary. He is an easy grader, he just wants to make sure you understand the concepts.

Dude .. I dont care if you're a philosophy student or not. Taking Dr. Calarco will make you enjoy seeking knowledge. This guy is easy so you dont feel stressed about his class, and yet, his enthusiasm and knowledge make it the high point of your week so you'll never WANT to miss a class.

Awesome teacher. You don't have to go to class, but trust me, you'll want to. Makes learning about philosophy fun. Even if you're not usually one for philosophy, I highly recommend him- you'll learn a lot and have a great time!

i love matt. he is one of the best professors that i have ever had. he is so passionate about the subject and injects a lot of humor into the class. it should be noted, though, that he is fairly vulgar and if you run on the more conservative side, he may offend. enter his class with an open mind and you shall be enlightened.

BEST PROFESSOR AT CSUF. Incredibly passionate, brilliant, & helpful. It's corny to say, but this class changed my life.

Matt is awesome such a helpful and great teacher, will go out of his way to explain things and talk if you need. Wish more Professors were like Matt.

Literally the best teacher that i have ever had in my life. Philosophy as a subject is not something that i would say is interesting but Mr. C makes it so you want to listen and come to class his lessons are practically stand up comedy, but he knows more about the subject than most professors and he is more passionate about his craft than anyone.

Dude, class was fun, interesting, and easy to udnerstand. he break down every question he will ask on the test. So ur good

Brilliant professor. extremely intelligent and knows his stuff inside out, yet very down to earth. I already graduated but have kept in touch, he's just an awesome human being!

He is an amazing professor. Highly recommend students to take him, he is very clear and helpful. Makes normal philosophy material very interesting and relatable. He is down to earth, and easy to talk to and joke with. My favorite class in college so far. Going to class isnt mandatory but recommended. Fun class anyways!

Took Existentialism voluntarily (Im a business major). This is one of the best courses and best professors I've had at CSUF. This course kinda changed my perspective on life. Existentialism is very interesting. Calarco is an excellent teacher (and is also hilarious). Highly recommend taking this course or this professor!

The BEST professor!!!!You actually learn in the class and he makes the material understandable and clear. The best class I have had !!!! I would recommend this class 100%!!! He is so helpful and funny and the material is very interesting!!!!!

A great professor!! Honestly, his style of teaching is the best and he is very helpful and clear. Best class and best professor!!

I wish I could take more classes with him. Really nice guy. His assignments are reasonable and get the point across very effectively.

Professor Calarco is awesome! His PHIL 312 class online is very organized and actually really interesting. He gives clear assignment details and ALWAYS responds quickly to emails or questions. I highly recommend him!

Calarco is the best! I have taken two classes with him and have signed up for a third! He makes everything easy to understand and has a great lively sense of humor that doesnt take away from the integrity of his teaching or the material. Take him or take a hike!

Very ineresting class, surprisingly. I love his style of teaching. He curses a lot, which actually makes class fun. Take notes because itll make studying easier. All tests are written;7 short answer and an essay or two. Best teacher ever!

Matt is the best teacher I have had at csuf. If you listen to what he says he says and take notes you can easily receive an A. However, the book is rarely needed and the test are based on lecture. A bit of a kook, but humorous throughout class. I would take another class with him if presented the opportunity.

He's very down to earth & explains very hard stuff in a clear and easy way to understand. He is very very funny & interesting. I actually looked forward to attending his lecture because it was interesting. Not a hard grader, just make sure you listen & take notes. No homework no project, grade is based on 2 exams. Doesn't take attendance. TAKE HIM!

This was my second time taking Prof. Calarco. The first time was in person. I'm currently taking a winter session online course and it's so easy. I barely used the text book, but I did use it. The online course is very similar to in-person, but easier. You'll get an A++++ as long as you remember the due dates. I'll be taking him again this Spring!

Calarco is extremely easy and pretty funny during lecture. There are readings online but you really only need to focus on his lecture. Don't worry too much about the exams because his grading really is extremely easy. Overall, he is quite a cool teacher.

This class is easy and straight forward. There's a midterm and a final. Have a basic understand of existentialism and you'll get 100 in the class Lectures are important but you can still get an A without showing up. He doesn't take attendance, not even on the first day. This guy shines above all other professors I've taken at CSUF.

Literally the best professor I've ever taken. He is willing to help you 247, is crystal clear, and really is inspirational. It's cool how he doesn't try to impress anybody. He is approachable and his passion for philosophy shines through his lectures. Easy grader if you make the effort, just take him. He rocks.

Matt is a interesting teacher. He is very passionate about the subject, and super laid back. The class is not difficult, there are only 2 exams. The exams are easy as long as you understand and study the notes. The class is interesting too, but philosophy is an intense subject and don't expect everything to make sense.

Only two tests. If you study and follow his study guide you should be fine. You don't really need the book but it's inexpensive and the subject is interesting. Aside from the course, the professor is hilarious.

This class is great. There's only 2 tests (midterm and final) but there are readings to help understand why and what Calarco's lectures are about. He really cares about his students passing and is willing to explain until they understand. Just do the reading, take notes and you'll be good to go.

Absolutely the best professor I've ever had. I've taken, will be taking, four classes with him. I seriously wish I could have taken them all with him. Absolutely the best best best. If you need a philosophy class, make sure it's with Calarco. I'm taking a class over the summer and I don't even need it, but I want to take him again!!!!

I took Calarco for an independent study and I am so happy I did. Not only did I love what I was researching, but he gave me the tools to get to where I needed. I appreciated, even though we held different views, that he didn't stray me in any direction, but let me come to my own conclusions. The world needs more professors like him!!! TAKE !!

grade only depends on midterm and final. As long as you do the study guide you are golden! He has a weird sense of humor but he still pretty cool! Definitely take him!

Great class and professor. you don't even have to understand half of the information to get an A, but the information is very eye opening and makes you want to live a better life.

He's the best professor I've ever had through out my education. His lectures have changed me as a person and I constantly think about all the material and lectures I have learned throughout his classes. I've taken him twice and this fall will be my third. You're amazing Calarco!

Professor Calarco is an amazing teacher. He puts a lot of thought into his lectures even in an online setting. He also has a very nice voice to listen to. I took him online for Summer. He's a great online teacher and I would take him again online or in person! Keep up with your online homework and listen to the lectures and you can easily get an A!

This guy rules! His online lectures are clear especially because he gives a video lecture on the topics on the module. His exam are cake as long as you look at the study guide. HIs videos and case study really opened my eyes and wanted to learn more. It was a honor taking him as my last professor as an undergrad. Would recommend 10/10

I took him and he is seriously by far the best professor I have had so far. The material is intimidating but he definitely goes out of his way to explain it in different ways, if the class does not understand. Read the chapters he assigns, even if you don't understand, because he goes over it on the following class.

I was intimidated by the readings in the class and thought it was going to be difficult but this professor made it so clear in his lectures. Interesting but easy class. 3 exams, 2 case studies, 2 film responses and BOOM DONE. definitely recommend him. fast responses. grades quickly. very helpful.

He is super funny. Lectures can get boring but as soon as he sees its getting boring he brings out the humor "Young Moneeeeey". Although your grade will depend on 2 exams alone, you just need to take notes. For the test, study his reviews and you will be golden. Even if you don't get his lectures go home and review it. It will make sense I promise.

Online Winter Course- It was so easy and very interesting. I actually read the book, and put thought into each of my assignments. I got an 98% in the class. The tests are so simple and straight forward. Provides video lectures. Yes, you have to work, but its easy work. Great GPA booster. Take him for an easy A, if you are not LAZY!

Just a midterm and final for this class. Both are T/F and free response, with a heavier "short essay" portion at the end. Make sure you go to class and take good notes. His lectures explain everything and you won't need to get the book this way. Exams are intimidating but he is a lenient grader. One extra credit opportunity. Nice guy.

Prof. Calarco is probably the best teacher I have taken at CSUF. You shouldn't take this class to get an easy A, there are probably easier classes but I am sure that none are as rewarding as this one. This course helps you reevaluate what it means to be human and guide you towards living a more worthwhile life, and taught in a fun, engaging way.

He makes the material easy to understand for someone who has no clue how to read philosophical literature. The class is eye opening and the professor makes the material fun and even cracks jokes. Take him if you want a fun semester and a class to look forward to. This was the only class I never skipped out on. Take good notes for midterm and final!

The best professor I've ever taken at CSUF! He's funny, smart, and makes going to class enjoyable. He is head of the department for Existentialism, so make sure to take his class if you get the chance! I learned a lot, and got a great grade just by going to class (which you will actually want to do) and taking notes. Will be taking him again!!

I took his class during the Winter and the work load was similar to my other online classes. This class consisted of writing tons of papers but the page count wasn't too bad. I am not a great writer myself so it took me some time to complete those papers. The lectures were prerecorded which I enjoyed very much and assigned reading.

The class was only graded by a midterm and final but if you at least try to pay attention, chances are, youll pass. And paying attention isnt hard. Prof. Calarco is hilarious and engaging. He tries to relate to his students but it doesnt come off as weird or trying too hard. Kind of sad I dont need more philosophy classes. Id take him again.

This professor is by far one of the best that I have met. If you want to pass this class you must read and i recommend coming to his lectures. This professor makes you want to come to class. He is truly inspirational and hilarious at the same time. He wants to help the students understand the material and succeed.

Dude's the best, period. Most interesting professor I've ever had as he really animates the material and grabs your attention. Such an awesome dude outside of the classroom too. I couldn't how helpful he was with anything I sent his way! I couldn't recommend him more!

Extremely easy class if you attend lectures, they are super focused and easy to tell which info is important. Textbook/attendence isnt really necessary if youre willing to do some solo-studying/research online. Only a Midterm/Final, short-answer/essay questions, seem daunting but study guides make the exams easy + prof is very fair/easy grader.

I took this class over Winter. This class wasn't entirely difficult. It consisted of a few papers, a couple video response papers, and 3 exams, all in a 2 week period. Interesting subject, but there was a ton dry content to read through. Personally, I prefer lectures over reading. An A is easily achievable.

Professor Calarco is one of the best professors at CSUF hands down! Super chill guy, & he wants you to pass and gives you specific study guides that are basically the test. His lectures are engaging, and his humor is funny without coming off as try hard. Highly recommend even if you're not a philosophy major, I learned a lot!

Professor Calarco talks the talk, and walks the walk. There is so much you can learn from his knowledge of the subject matter,and more outside of the curriculum. He has two blue book style exams and that's it. So enjoy the reading and the lectures and you'll do very well. You'll actually learn knowledge that will stick with you for a lifetime.

This class is a great choice for completing the Arts/Humanity requirements. His lectures are always funny and engaging. When you take his class you will notice that he goes through a lot of information and concepts quickly. But no worries as he will highlight what specific things you need to read and what will be on the two tests. Super easy.

Calarco is the best philosophy professor among a stellar department. Take as many classes with him as you can. He's exceptional at clearly unpacking philosophy. Be warned that you really need to show up. You'll get lost and fall behind if you miss many lectures. He usually grades on one or two papers and one or two essay/short answer exams.

I just got graded on his first test and I passed with an A. You don't need the book to pass since he goes over the sections he wants you to know in his lectures, but it does help to understand the subject a lot better. So far, this professor has opened my eyes to what the world is by his great explanations. Highly recommend this class for life.

Professor Calarco was one of the most memorable professors I've had. His class made me rethink a lot of aspects of my life LOL. Hilarious guy who makes lectures easy to follow and tells you exactly what you need to know for the exam. Exams weren't crazy difficult, pay attention in class, most of his exams come from lecture.

Best lecturer Ive ever been taught by. Amazing speaker and knows exactly what hes talking about 100% of the time.

Professor Calarco is AMAZING! I absolutely loved this class his lectures really make you rethink your life in a good way! It is super easy and interesting! I definitely recommend this class you wont regret it!

Although I've never seen Professor Calarco, he is an amazing lecturer. He explains Philosophy really clearly that you can understand it the first time he lectures. His readings are relevant and fell smoothly together. As long as you do the lectures and spend like 2 hours a week just listen, you'll do well. This class is easy and interesting.

The most respected professor by his peers and students that I've ever met. And every bit worth it. I took Professor Calarco for 323, 383, and 490 and I wish I could take more of his classes as I enter into Grad school. A very wise and great man, who lives his philosophy. The very best of the best, and an absolute honor to be taught by.

I'm a Psych major so some of the reading material had me a bit in knots, but the professor does an awesome job of simplifying the major takeaways in his video lectures and is very knowledgable. A bit of reading material- some of it difficult to digest, but he explains it quite well. Highly recommend, awesome professor.

Lectures are heavy and can be a lot of writing, especially because he doesn't post lecture notes online, but most of the time our class was out early. His lectures are a vibe for sure. There's only a midterm and final, along w a really easy 3 pt quiz for ec. I'm a CS major and I didn't have to take this class, but I'm glad I did.

Calarco is such a wonderful and respected professor. As a PHIL minor, another PHIL professor recommended his class to me, and I'm so thankful I did. The reading can be difficult at first read, but he explains everything very well with and with a hint of humor, too. Only two tests, so be sure to attend class since he doesn't post the lectures!

Calarco is a very amusing and understanding professor. There's an extra credit quiz and two exams which are very easy. He respects his students a lot and he's completely chill, feels like a friend who's presenting on a topic he cares about to the class. You don't have to read the book, just take notes on all his lectures. Amazing person overall!

I had Calarco for both 323 and 315. There's no one else I'd recommend! This class is about animal welfare/rights and how different philosopher's write argue for or against it in their own ways. There is one essay and two online, open note exams. The essay is easy because he gives little assignments to help you keep up with it.

This class is so entertaining and easy to pay attention in if you like the topic. You're graded by a midterm and final both of which have true/false questions and essay questions. There's one opportunity for extra credit which are like 3 points. As long as you take notes and finish the study guides you'll do great.

I love this man! He is so fun during his lectures & he actually makes you interested because he's so passionate. grading is only a midterm, the final, and 1 extra credit assignment which sounds scary but he doesn't grade super hard. As long as you attend class and have a general understanding of the topics you'll be just fine! 10/10 would recommend

Absolute amazing professor. There is no homework. Attendance is not mandatory. Your grade is based on a single midterm and final. Take for easy credit and grade!

His lectures really help make the material more digestible, and he is super nice and easy to talk to during his office hours. He really wants you to do well, and if you pay attention, go to class, and ask questions when you have them, you should have no issues. The tests are important since there's no hw, but they directly reflect lectures.

He is one of a kind and makes the class exciting, and even though my major is not philosophy, he almost made me want to switch. He's such a nice guy, and very knowledgeable, that learning from him was so much fun and interesting. One midterm, extra credit, and a final, but he is not a tough grader at all. Take him, you are not going to regret it!

Best professor I've ever taken. He made the lectures super engaging and made sure his students were able to understand the material.

THE ULTIMATE GOAT !!!!!!!!! I've taken so many classes with him; all of them have changed my life for the better you won't understand until you take him

Super chill professor, always cracked jokes and had fun. He is very knowledgeable about everything he teaches and is super lenient. His lectures just went through passages of books and analyzed them. Besides that, we only had a midterm and a final exam. Super easy on both, however, they are essay questions, so you do have to know the material.

Oh my gosh, he's AMAZING! His lectures are so entertaining, and the subject is interesting. He goes quickly during the lectures, though. Attendance isn't mandatory, but highly recommended so you don't fall behind when studying. This class requires thinking outside the box, but he's a very easy grader on exams. I would definitely take him again!

Professor Calarco makes lectures engaging and ensures students understand the material. Tests are straightforward and grading is fair. Attendance is mandatory, but the workload is manageable. unstuck study was a great study tool alongside the course materials.

He's so good at teaching, and he can crack jokes. The entire class is basically just lecture but it's not boring if you show some interest in what the class will be about, plus he explains the material very well. there are readings, but you can skip em and just attend class, and it's more than enough for the 2 tests. he gives good study guides dw.

dont take this class if u dont show some interest in philosophy. many people don't show up for class/find themselves bored or do something else during lectures. its kind of understandable bc the entire class' just lecture but he's a damn good prof and knows what he's talking about. he's respectful and answers any questions. requires some effort.

I loved Professor Calarco's sense of humor. He gives long, but insightful lectures that demonstrated his passion for Existentialism. We had no hw, but I do wish we had group discussions about the material. With that being said, definitely read, show up, & take lots of notes as your grade depends on the midterm, final, (both have essay q's) & EC