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He's a really good professor. He's funny and nice and super helpful when you need it.
Good teacher, but have to work hard to get a good grade.
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VERY hard...tries to make students feel like they are stupid... nice person, not perfessor
Took his class in the summer and he is super hot. He's very funny and the class is interesting. He really challenges you and helps you to improve your writing skills. I would definitely take any class he teaches.
Class is challenging, but Professor Suwak offers many opportunities to help out. Take advantage and you will do well.
I thought he was a good teacher and explained everything very clearly. I took his class online and some professors have a very hard time teaching online classes but he did not.
very unclear about what he wanted, and when you fixed a paper he would just find more things wrong... made students feel stupid for asking questions, or saying what they thought...
On a personal level, he is a nice guy. The class was extremely difficult and from time to time he would make comments that would put students down. You just have to be very dedicated to his class to do well.
He is very challenging and a hard teacher.
I believe this professor is very hard and you must read and interpret everything correctly just for him to acknowledge your view. He seemed like a donkey in class, belittling people and their questions. If he had explained subjects more and gave other interpretations a chance it may have been fun
Hopefully retired and gone for the sake of students!!!!!!
He grades VERY hard on papers. He will pick at everything. His tests are hard too especially in 1020. But I took him for 1010 and 1020 bc u know what to expect in his next class. hes a funny guy at times. BUT is a democrat by far lol. Hes a good teacher and knows his english. Very very smart man. Will help you write the best paper ever!!!!!!
This teacher is hard but you will have fun in his class. He does make commits that will make some fell stupid but that made me enjoy the class. He is very clear every thing on the test is reviewed. I have learned more from his class then the sum of all my eng class before.
he is rude!!!!!! He is very belittling. He thinks he is a know it all. I cant stand him!
I took his class online and I did not like it at all. I started out okay, but got worse as time went along. I find him very confusing and you have to decifer what he wants you to do, he doesn't just tell you. I hate english to begin with, but he surely didn't help.
Seems to be very knowledgeable and stringent. Extremely critical of writing assignments. Somewhat condescending in front of others.
Challenging, stimulating, interesting, and humorous all describe both the proffesor and class. The class was challenging however, I learned more from him than any other class. He offered more than enough excessive help for anyone to pass.
This class is not for some trying to take ENG-1010 after not being in school for over 10 years! While he was a very nice professor and responded to my e-mail quickly and politely, his web-cased course was just too intense and confusing for me. I withdrew from it and took a classroom based course that explained the material in greater detail.
I took his class online, and I really wish I hadn't. Maybe he is better in an actual classroom than online. I found his comments on my papers to be really unhelpful when trying to improving my writing.
This man is a genius. Animated & funny. I never saw evidence of him disparaging students. At least he's never made me feel stupid, or maybe I know how to take CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM! Someone wrote that he just doesn't tell you what he wants. He'll LEAD you to the answer, but he won't do the paper for you. What kind of teacher would he be?
His classes are some of the best I've ever taken! He breaks down the material, gives constuctive criticisim, and makes learning fun. Although he's a nit-picky grader, his lessons are designed to help you truly grasp the material- just pay attention in class. A great guy who gives you every chance to succeed. And he's hot!
Took this class online.... DO NOT DO IT TO YOURSELF!!! Is not clear about what he wants.. tries to make you feel stupid. Marks all over a paper, never clarifying what it means. This is 1010 not a masters class in ENG!!!
Soo many essay's too little time. He is somewhat helpful but expects you to figure stuff out on your own. He does not explain what has to be done clear enough. I would not recommend him.
Very hard instructor, and did not respond to inquiries in a timely manner. Also, very late in returning graded assignments and harsh grading. Comments unclear and not helpful. Took class online and would not suggest it at all because he responds on his timeline. Stay away.
He pulls the best out of you. He reaches in and causes you to pull out stuff you didn't know you had. He is a great instructor. My first time enjoying English. Oh yes, he is so fine in a cute nerdy way. I would love to take another class taught by him.
This is college. This is what I expect a college level class to be like. Challenging and demanding. He offers so many hours of tutoring you'd be stupid to ignore it if you needed it. He is a very intelligent man; encourages you to be creative. It's hard work, but ask lots of questions, he'll be happy to answer them. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF HIS TUTORING!!
I didn't like the class personally. I took it online and I wouldn't suggest it for anyone that is not extremely talented in the English dept. I didn't feel that he was helpful.
VERY HARD CLASS. ONLINE IS EVEN WORSE. HE GRADES REALLY BAD!
This man is a genius! He made my love for english and learning strong! He helped me win a scholarship, and his assignments are interesting! Funny guy, who loves his job and his students! Want a REAL college expierience? You'd be silly to go anywhere else! Plus he's very easy on the eyes! BEST TEACHER I EVER HAD!
DONT TAKE HIS CLASS ONLINE!!!!! HIS ASSIGNMENTS ARE HORRIBLE....HIS GRADING IS ALSO BAD
DONT TAKE HIS ONLINE CLASS!!!!!! HAD TO DROP IT. HE DOES NOT HELP THAT MUCH.
He grades soooo hard! He takes off for every little thing and isn't very effective at teaching how to improve.
DON'T TAKE HIS ONLINE COURSE!!! I knew better than to take an online course but I really wanted to get Eng1010 out of the way. It was an extremely stressful experiance an would not recomend it. He is not helpful and much to strict a grader for a begining English course.
If you're looking for an easy A, this isn't your professor. If you're looking to become a better writer, this is your guy. He leaves positive comments on all graded work. If you incorporate these suggestions into future paper, your grades will increase, as well as your writing skills. He's tough, but fair. A true college class.
Not a easy class for web, must be very disciplined to get all work done. Will definitely learn & improve in the area of your writing skills. As mentioned in other ratings-hard grader- very fair-he definitely wants you to succeed. I experienced a difficult family emergency during this class & Prof Suwak worked w/me 200% to complete my class.
He is helpful, clear, open-minded, & has many hours available for tutoring.If you don't understand something he's written on your paper, simply ask him and he'll explain. THIS IS ALSO AN HONORS CLASS, WHICH IS WHY HE GRADES HARD. People that say it's too hard or too much work want an easy A. Your writing will improve if effort is made.
NEVER take his online course. He expects way too much for just a 1010 class. He grades very hard and comes off very cocky.
Very cocky, speaks down to his students like he is better/more intelligent than them. Although he is intelligent and appreciates good work, he is arrogant and annoying.
You say cocky, I say brilliant. For me, he re-ignited an old interest in English. His class lectures are not difficult to follow. Very knowlegable. Willing to take the time to help you improve your writing. I highly recommend.
This Professor was horrible! I had him online. All he wanted to do was show how "smart" and "arrogant" he was. Took him long periods to respond to remails, and when he did they didn't help at all! He grades extremely hard! Several people had to drop out of his class. If I were you, I'd find a different Professor to take.
This guy is a hard nut to crack but if you do crack him you will enjoy his class. If one expects an easy then move aside cos this is soo not your guy but if you really want to better your writing skills then stick with him. I took his class online and almost dropped it, am glad i didn't. He is a tough and knowledgeable COLLEGE professor.
I wish I had known about this website before I took his class. He is very hard grader and does not seem to care that someone might need extra help. I would not ever take this class if it's not too late!!!!!!!!!!!
Not worth taking unless you want an awful experience! Unfair, unforgiving and completely undermining. Will make you hate English! I think any half decent comments must have been from family or people who suck up to him. He is obviously confused between beginner and advance classes.
Horrible instructor!!! The only thing I learned in his class is that no matter what you do.. it's always wrong! I would not suggest him. (I took his online class)
I took his online course fall of 2010. Several students in my class got an A or a B in ENG 1010. If you learned nothing in Professor Suwak's class this describes your behavior: 1) did not read the textbook 2) did not e-mail the professor for help or see him during office hours 3) did not use the FREE tutoring.
Mr. Suwak is a knowledgeable and fair professor. I enjoyed his online class. He was very good at balancing praise with criticism. He never belittled me or made me feel stupid when I made a mistake, and he always complimented me when I did well. He doesn't grade hard, he grades fair. If you want a good grade, then work hard and write a good paper.
Very difficult teacher. I would not recommend taking his online class. His so called learning modules are unclear. He provides sample thesis for you to use only to tell you that it's a bad one after your right your paper and drop you 2 letter grades because of something he provided. Not helpful and unfair. Find a different professor.
I was told by a friend not to take his class. I did and I found him to be unforgiving. His class is hard. He wants his students to fail. He needs to change. Until that day do not take a class with him! I don't care how great of a writer you are or how much time you thing you will save in his class don't do it.
I took his online course, so I can't speak for his classrom behavior. I've had no problems with him; his comments on my papers have always been both clear and constructive. He's a strict grader, but that's what I expect from college honors course.
I do not mind criticism if it helps me improve my work, but to just be mean and make you feel stupid is a whole other thing. When your told to choose a thesis statement and then get judged for it, well, that would make anyone's cnfidence level drop. After all, I am going to college to learn,and shouldn't be expected to read minds.
FANTASTIC TEACHER. I have been to school in 4 different countries- and he is the best I've ever had!!! Thank you Mr. Suwak for helping my love of english once again! YOU RULE
ask for help when needed
mr. suwak was a great teacher, best one ive had at csm so far. He is really dedicated to his job, and it shows. He was rather difficult to please when writing my papers but it made me just keep trying harder and i really got something out of the class. i recommend mr. suwak to anyone who is willing to put alot of effort into his work.
Great Professor. He is straight forward and to the point while keeping the class interesting. He does grade hard but fair. He offers his students every opportunity to pass. I learned a great deal of useful information and will be looking to take another one of his classes.
Great teacher, You really need to actually work in this class. If you want to learn then take the class. He is straight to the point but will tell you what he liked about your paper and what he didn?t like so if you can?t take constructive criticism and want an easy A then he is the wrong teacher to have. And with all this said I EARNED a C.
thoughtful and helpful. grades easily if you show real effort
Best class at CSM so far. Sure it's demanding, but prof. Suwak has high standards for his students. If you do your assignments on time, apply his critique to your next essay and ask questions there is no reason for not succeeding.The textbook is definitely a keeper. However, I am disappointed that he is not teaching ENG 1020 in the fall.
THE BEST ENGLISH TEACHER EVER
He knows his stuff. Lacks communication and patience in delivery. Extremely hard grader.
Worse instructor ever. Grading was extremely tough with no leniency. I wish I had another teacher for this class
Suwak was tuff. He was very helpful but he graded very strict. Not a lot of leeway, however he was available for help and responded with good timing. He frowned on slackers. If you want a challenge, he is your guy!
Suwak was very hard to figure out. I tried to follow his criticism and adjusted future papers accordingly, with minimal success. I consistently received B’s on my papers. I ended up with a B+ in his class but thought I deserved an A with the work I submitted. He is very quick with emails and gave compliments along with criticism on the papers.
Prof. Suwak is a very energetic and engaging professor with an apparent love for what he does. He does all that he can to encourage his students to do well and "get it". He answers questions enthusiastically, and with great detail. Pay attention, ask questions, and there is no reason NOT to do well in his class.
Very unclear and tough when grading! I had to drop out as well as about half of the class. I honestly hate English because of him. After 5 years i'm thinking about taking 1010 again but have very low confidence thanks to him.
don't take him he grade very hard.
I suggest not to take Professor Suwak's class. Not because it's not an easy A, but because it just wasn't enjoyable at all. He was an Extremely hard grader and expected excellence from his students. I thought I would take him for the challenge and I almost immediately regretted it once meeting his sarcastic and "half empty" personality.
I took Professor Suwak's class in 2008 and just now felt compelled to leave a rating in regards to his teaching. I didn't continue on with college, but what he's taught me has stuck with me. He doesn't teach from a book. He stands in front of his class and engages his students, encouraging participation. If you like English, you will learn.
Professor Suwak gave out an evaluation paper, just to see where his class was. Basically on my paper he said he was worried about my success in his class. Let's just say I think I did well in his class. If you do not want a challenge do not take. But if you want somebody who is going to push your mind, which thats what college is for, then take.
I loved Suwak! Many will say his class was difficult, but he was just giving college level work. He is very helpful. It's best to talk to him after class. I got an A. I was fresh out of high school. I think he is a great, outgoing professor.
Professor Suwak was great! His class is not easy but he is willing to help you at any cost. If you pay attention and ask questions you will do fine. I came there fresh out of high school. I asked questions about every single thing I did not understand. He is also a very interesting professor. I would take him again if I could.
I took this class online in 2012. It was very hard. I graduate in a few months with a 3.88, but I would have a 4.0 if it wasn't for his tough grading system. There was a major paper due every week and multiple tests. I wish I had taken his class as a lecture. He seems to have great comments for them. I did learn a lot, but it was rough.
Very helpful but hard work. Over five written papers due during the semester. Suwak is very helpful but you need to stay on track and focus on the assignments.
Horrible grader. Not very helpful when grading essays. Wrote only a few comments on the essays he graded and somehow almost every essay that i did resulted in a D. Would not recommend this professor at all.
Attend class and try your hardest. Professor Suwak is very willing to help you as long as you are willing to help yourself. Can't go wrong with Professor Suwak.
This is my first day of class so far this class isn't to joke around in. it is to be taken more seriously in order to pass
SHOW UP TO CLASS and if you want to PASS THE COURSE you better SHOW UP ON DRAFT DAYS. He's a tough grader but he will provide you essential feedback. He is very helpful if you ask for it. He doesn't sugarcoat anything so if you get hurt feelings easily then this may not be the class for you. Good Luck!
Suwak will definitely expand your mind. He is touch but it's worth it. He gives clear instructions and discuses major issues. If you're looking to become a better writer then you need him. Don't take the class if you're just looking for an easy A.
Always responded quickly to e-mails and gave good feedback on drafts of papers.
Professor Suwak is an extremely tough grader, however he is fair. He is not there to let you fail and if you ask for help and are willing to put in the work, he WILL HELP YOU! If you are a sensitive person, then he is not someone you should take. He is brutally honest but funny and cool but nonetheless if you want an A then you have to work for it
This teacher grades your essay very hard and he takes off way to many points for small errors. He does not like to give A or B. He try his best to fail you in my opinion. Don't ever take his class if your smart. He is not a good teacher.
I learned more from him than most of my professors. He went out of his way to give each student specific feedback that would help them succeed, and he pushed me to do better than I would have otherwise. His standards were high, but that helped me improve. His lectures were understandable, engaging, and entertaining. One of the best, by far.
His favorite word is exigence. I would definitely take his class again. Very helpful man and also liberal minded. I learned so much in Eng 1010. He demands A LOT from his students so if you are not willing to put in hard core effort then start looking for a new professor.
He is tough, but fair. Do not take if you are looking for an easy A. Do take if you want to become a better writer. Always show up to class, and always have drafts ready. His feedback is prompt and invaluable. It will help you develop good grammar and syntax regardless of your job field.
Take the class face to face, not online. He is a tough grader, but is very fair. He is always willing to help whenever you have questions about an assignment. Come to class prepared with drafts. He will give feedback that is crucial to improving your writing and your grade. Listen and participate and you will do well.
Great teacher. Not for the lazy student or the ones that want a quick passing grade. He provides great input and helps you develop your writing skills. A lot of young students do not want this. If you value knowledge then this is the class for you. A comedian mixed with teaching skills all wrapped into one.
Professor Suwak is a tough grader, but if you come to class prepared with drafts he will give you feedback that is crucial to improving your essay. For most essays he gives you more than one opportunity to bring in a draft, so if you choose not to it is your own fault if you do not do well. Very helpful, and adds humor to his lectures.
Do not take this class online. I was only graded on 5 essays and one little extra credit assignment. This class is too difficult for a beginning college English, especially at a CC. I went 3 weeks with no contact from the teacher.
Professor Suwak is a great teacher!! I will say he is a tough grader but in the long run it will make you better for future essays, especially if you plan on attending a 4 year college. I wouldn't recommend him for lazy students looking for an easy A. You have to earn it!
Great Teacher! Sarcastic Humor...
Don't take online, take the classes in person.
Professor Suwak was an amazing instructor for ENG1010. He is a tough grader, BUT you have numerous times to bring him a rough draft to better your essay before the due date. He's very sarcastic, but has a good sense of humor and is highly intelligent. If you show up to class, and participate often he'll be a lot more open to helping you succeed.
I took his class online and he relied way to much on the textbook and never taught at all. The entire class is based on only 5 essays and one 30 point extra credit assignment. He would advise you to turn in your essay early but then would give you little to no feedback on the actual problems, he'd then dock points for those unaddressed errors.
Great teacher. I have always had trouble with English classes but he worked with me and helped me as much as possible to come out with the best grade I could get. I would strongly recommend especially if you struggle with writing.
Great teacher
Real talk favorite teacher I have ever had. Do not know my final grade, high B or low A. Seriously worth taking if you enjoy bettering your writing and textual analysis skills. He is hilarious and also SUPER into teaching if you participate but you must participate. I am a much better writer now because of this man. Not for people who like to coast
I took ENG-1010 during the summer and had to do a 1000 word essay every week. It was so much work but if you send in a rough draft he told you exactly what you needed to fix before submitting the assignment. I really appreciate all of the feedback he gave and how everything was in a timely manner. He will make you work for it but I learned a lot!
I truly enjoyed the class. Picking the exact thesis and figuring out how to approach each topic really exercised this 45 year old brain. I know I'll be using the binder as reference for future courses.
Very interactive and helpful. Captured my attention well. Would stay after to help students. Very open minded but very precise.
Good teacher, but his grading is tough and his comments on the essays and what he wants in the essays is vague.
Great professor! Too many essays but he is great at explaining the lectures and giving examples.
Professor Suwak is such a chill guy. He is funny and makes the class interesting. In English 1020 we had 5 essays, 1000 words each but we got draft days where we came in with a rough draft and he looked over and told us exactly what to fix. That was very helpful. You'll do great in the class if you go to those days and do each assignment!
Professor Suwak was a great teacher for ENG1020! I did find him to be a tough grader but if you take his feedback that he gives on your rough draft and put in the effort you will succeed in his class. I found Professor Suwak's lectures to be funny but informative. He really knows the information he is teaching the class!
Don't take this class online. Doesn't create prompts that explain the assignment well and doesn't respond well with students. This is definitely a class to take in person where you can ask for help face to face. Tons of reading, which makes sense, it's an English class.
DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS ONLINE!!!!!!!!! English may not be my strongest subject but this professor was NOT helpful at all. Your grade is based on 5 essays only. He doesn't explain things well and the essays are just so hard to understand and very pointless. I do not recommend him at all. Especially if you are not strong in English like me.
had him for my Eng 1020 class last semester and he made it fun! Easy class
Professor Suwak is one of the most inspirational teachers Ive ever had. He pushed me to become a better writer and my output improved exponentially throughout this class. I loved writing papers for him to hear his feedback. He inspired me to major in English and motivated me to be a better student. I wish I could take his class every semester
A professor that is a joy to talk to and participate in class with. Very descriptive and knowledgeable about course subject matter. Very caring and concerning for his students, as well as hilarious.
I just had Professor Suwak for 1010, during the January semester. He is an amazing teacher, fair grader and is VERY helpful with everything! He is very funny and makes everything in class relatable. 10/10 would take one of his classes again!
Awesome, awesome professor. Only 5 grades for the whole course, which are all essays. However, he offers ample time for review and feedback, which helps immensely. Really learned a lot from his class. Also, he's a hilarious guy. Very relatable and funny. Definitely recommend his class and will take him again if given the chance.
Suwak is a dope teacher. He does grade hard but as long as you do the research you are golden. A lot of times he allows you to show your essay or draft early to get feedback before its actually due and that helped me a lot. He is eccentric but loveably so. He is understanding and knowledgeable if you take advantage of the opportunities given.
Suwak is a good Professor and gives good feedback on essays. If you attend essay revision days and write your essays in the style he is looking for you will get good grades.
I took Professor Suwak's class a few years ago, and I am so thankful I did! I have aced every paper I have written since his class. This class is not for the weak and sensitive though. He gives brutal critiques! Overall, it was one of my favorite classes. Hard, but worthwhile.
This professor is so amazing. He is super funny and very caring. I don't think there is possibly a more interesting way to explain literature. He is super accessible outside of the classroom. I will admit he can be a tough grader, but every grade felt very fair. I don't think you'll regret taking him at all.
Suwak can TEACH. He knows how to engage his class and get results. He is passionate, friendly, and professional. Be prepared to read closely and often. The material is good, so its not a chore and he helps to translate it (especially with the Shakespeare). Easily one of the best classes Ive taken at CSM. Hes a gem.
Be aware if u are not a strong writer u will get your feelings hurt in this class. There are only 5 essays in the class which mean only 5 grades. He is very helpful and funny in class, definitely attend all workshops he explains what he is looking for and also how he grades. He is heavy in constructive criticism but it has made me a better writer.
I took Mr. Suwak's class online and it was horrendous. He grades too harsh and doesn't give specific instructions. He makes up criteria and topics as he grades that wasn't in the instructions. He'll look at your draft tell you it's great then fail you. If you don't have his opinion on a topic he'll also fail you.
The way he taught the class was very fun
Professor Suwak was one of the best teachers I had at CSM. He graded solely on essays, but always provided opportunities to have your work proof read before you submitted it. A lot of people complain about the class being hard, but if show up and put in the work, its not bad at all. Overall, the guy is genuine and really cares about his students.
Professor Suwak is definitely NOT a professor that I would recommend to ANYONE. He is a very strict and harsh grader and we only had six grades in the whole course. Five of the grades consisted of 1,000 word essays which had a two-week time period in between them. My friends and family nor myself even understood what the directions were for essays
Professor Suwak is a TREMENDOUS professor. It is true that he gives an in-depth critique of essays. But, it is not to berate or demean his students, it's for the student to take his feedback and improve. He is very clear about what he's looking for in each essay. Professor Suwak's class made me a stronger (academic) writer. I'm very grateful.
such a chill professor but pay attention to his essay feedback
This was the only class in college I have ever actually looked forward to attending, he kept the class entertaining while also getting through the matierial. 100% would recommend
I had Professor Suwak for ENG 1010 over the summer and 1020 in the fall. He was an amazing professor who genuinely cares about his students. He gives you ample opportunity to get good grades. He goes over material thoroughly, and has designated essay draft days. If you get an A or B in his class - you deserve it. Hes hilarious during lecture too!
I took his class over the fall semester and he's hilarious! I got an A in his class and really worked for it. He's an amazing professor all around! Actually understood what was going on and learned new things.
Amazing professor! I highly recommend you take his course if you are an english major. If not, he is still stellar at teaching. You wont be able to slack in his class. He challenges you and ensures youre actually consuming what you are being taught. You will learn a lot about history as well in this class. Highly recommend Professor Suwak!
DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS ONLINE(or at all) DON'T DO IT He is very vague and doesn't teach, he just expects you to read the book and write essays. The way he wants you to structure your essays is unorthodox.
Professor Suwak doesn't have the best ratings, but believe me he will surprise you! Through out this semester I've grown to really like him. He is the kind of teacher YOU WANT to have if you really want to learn. He gives great feed back & he will make you a better writer at the end of his course. Never hesitate to contact him, he is always there.
He is hilarious and the best English teacher Ive ever had. His lectures make the reading so interesting and every time I left that class I was happy and in awe. If you can take English with him do it.
I took Professor Suwaks class in the fall, and I must say that even though English classes can sometimes be boring and no fun, he made it fun. He grades fairly and really tries to help and make you a better writer. Anyone who doesnt like English class will quickly like it with Suwak as their teacher.
DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS ONLINE!! Suwak didn't provide much information on what he is looking for and was difficult to deal with. I sent him a draft of a paper like he requested and his response was "I should not be expected to open attachments". He would say "clear, compelling thesis" and still give you a bad grade.
English Comp & Lit is a writing class, so you have to read and write about what you read. There is hardly any short-cuts you can take in a class like this. His lectures are fantastic. He gives you a lot of information that can go into your writing(he is also hilarious which is a +) You can learn a lot from him if you try.
I had Professor Suwak for English 1020 and he was great. I absolutely would take a class with him again. A week before papers were due, he had days where he would look over your essay draft with you and make suggestions on how to improve it, which was very helpful and you should absolutely take advantage of.
Professor Suwak, was my favorite professor fall freshman year. His lectures were engaging and interactive. I found his class straightforward, his essays weren't easy but his lectures gave you the material you needed to write a successful essay. Never be shy to ask him questions but don't expect him to hand you answers.
I took this class spring of 2020. Suwak is willing to work with you if you are willing to put the work in. Hes a little fanatical sometimes but it makes class interesting. Tough grader. Communication is key. Always ask questions and email him your drafts early!!! If youre lazy or looking for an easy A you better look somewhere else.
His class was awesome. He gives opportunities for extra credit, is very clear with explanation for essays, very leniant on attendance, and hes extremely funny. Hes awesome.
Having to take all of my courses online because of covid was difficult, but this was one of the few courses that I was actually able to learn in. The lectures were enjoyable and I felt my writing and analysing skills grow throughout the semester. The feedback Prof. Suwak gave was extremely helpful, and as long as you pay attention ,you'll succeed.
Professor Suwak is a great teacher. I would definitely take his class again. His classes are usually not boring, i recommending showing up to them daily and he gives optional days to review your drafts which are very helpful!!
This professor is very funny and is willing to give you amazing feedback and clearly provide you with his expectations for assignments if you just ask the right questions. I suggest attending all classes, asking as many questions as possible, and using all revision days wisely.
There are only 5 assignments so that's pretty cool, each assignment progresses in reading length but it doesn't ever become unmanageable. He really figures you out as a writer and sets standards for grading that are tough but fair depending on your writing level. He'll really work with you especially for online through zoom which was super helpful
The hardest teacher i ever had ! He isnt a good teacher ! Doesnt help you at all when you need help. I recommend you to not take him.
Hard grader! Feedback on drafts may seem harsh, but use his comments to make your essays better.. Overall, I enjoyed his class.
Professor Suwak is such a helpful professor! He throughly read all of my rough drafts and would provide me with feedback and critiques which would make my essay more professional and ultimately get me a better grade. I would recommend this course with Professor Suwak for all those who are looking for a professor who cares about their students work.
Prof. Suwak is an amazing teacher. He is a very tough grader but his feedback is on point. Be ready to read the material and ask questions if you do not understand. When you write your papers, make sure you send him a rough draft or your grade will suffer. Communicate with him when you have issues, class work or life.
Professor Suwak is awesome! He certainly will not hand you an "A", but he will provide you with the tools necessary to get you there. If I ever get the chance to take one of his classes again, I wont think twice about it.
I thought he was really good professor when I took this class last year. The amount of papers required was pretty reasonable. He also always looked at drafts in advance which was very helpful. If you take his class make sure you always show up to draft reviews, it will make a huge difference.
I will be open and honest about this professor. I got an A in his class, and the reason I did was because I attended every zoom meeting. If you don't go to the meetings, then you will majorly be missing out and won't have the information for the essays. He met with me out of class and clearly knows the material. He wants his students to succeed.
If youve got a pretty decent understanding of writing essays, Professor Suwak will give you all the feedback you need to be compelling and confident in your work. Hes an incredible professor, making the learning environment very educational but fun above all else. If youre prepared to put the work in, you will have a lot of fun in his class.
He is a great professor and if you are struggling in the class do not hesitate to ask for help. He will work with you to help you pass if you're putting an effort in as well. He gives feedback on the essays and more than enough time to finish the essays.
Professor Suwak was a phenomenal teacher- one of my favorites. His lectures were always engaging. He likes webcam. The essays were fun, and I liked the research. His comments were always encouraging. He's one of those teachers you want to please & do well for because they're just that good. He is good at what he does, and it shows (eng & teaching).
I had Suwak twice. The first time he had taken over my 1010 class and at first, I was failing. Once he took over I began to pass. I signed up for his 1020 class this past 7-week semester and had a similar experience to my first. His lectures are very engaging and keeps your attention. He is a harsh grader but his feedback always helps!
Professor Suwak is an amazing teacher. His class was taught perfectly. He devoted days to work with each student on their essays, and always responded promptly to emails outside of class. He gave insightful lectures and made them simple to grasp. He also makes funny jokes and does a great job of keeping everyone engaged. 10000000/10 Recommend!
Although this was a difficult class, the professor gave helpful instructions and feedback which if listened too, was very helpful. Definitely did his best especially for teaching a silent zoom class.
Professor Suwak is a tough grader. He asks tough questions when reviewing essays to prompt thinking and an excellent final draft. He encourages students to participate in their learning and in his lectures gives plenty of information to prompt critical thinking and essay development. Overall, he was an excellent professor.
I really enjoyed this course, it was my favorite out of the semester. I never really liked writing academic papers, but this course has taught me to love it. The professor is very funny and makes class worth going to. I would definitely take this course again and recommend it to everyone.
I thoroughly enjoyed this course and was never bored. Professor Suwak gave excellent feedback on all essays, giving us the opportunity to correct deficiencies. He was not strict with time or attendance, as long as our assignments were turned in and we participated in class. Would absolutely recommend and definitely take a class by him again.
Professor Suwak is a great Professor that cares about his students. He is always available for help and gives great writing advice when you're stuck in that "writers block". I encourage students to speak up if you have any struggles, you're in great hands.
He is a great professor. He is very easy to communicate with and very helpful. Thanks
He is a very good professor! He want his to students to communicate with him especially if online course. He grades fair! He is always available if students need help. He cares about the success of his students. Thanks professor Suwak!
Wish I could take him again for my next English class, he was great. Don't be scared to ask questions, he loves to answer them. His enthusiasm made lectures fun. Participate in his draft reviews, it helps a lot. Attending classes really helps you to know what to write for essays. For 1020 the only assignments were 4 essays which I liked.
I sincerely reccomend taking his class. If you are having troubles with your essay, i am happy to say he will help you, and teach you a few things along the way. He makes you think too which is great ! I took him online once, and he was amazing. In person, he was also amazing. If you need help/criticism, don't be afraid to ask!
Professor Suwak has knowledge and expericence but as a teacher he is not very good, he always tells you to correst things on exams even though what youre doing is given in the prompts. I would not take him again
This person fails to respond or provide meaningful assistance. It appears that he bought the curriculum and makes no effort to answer questions. I left a message on his answering machine and he never responded. You earned an F as a teacher.
Great professor. Always responds to emails in a timely manner. Gives good feedback and thoughtful prompts to help you improve your writing. Clear instructions for each assignment. As long as you follow the instructions and fully understand the assignment you will do well. Pay attention to feedback and grading notes to help with future papers.
Very thankful that I got to have Mr. Suwak for my very first semester at CSM. He was an incredible teacher, gave the best feedback, always very understanding and helpful. Just an all together amazing teacher!! Would 10/10 recommend for anyone who is taking 1010.
Professor Suwak is a good professor. You can definitely learn a lot from this course. However, you WILL need to put in the effort and submit drafts for essays and possibly get help from tutoring. The feedback is helpful regarding what you need to improve to make your essays better. I would recommend this course to anyone who truly wants to learn.
Very enthusiastic teacher, great feedback and clearly outlined reasonable expectations. Would absolutely take a class with this professor again. I enjoyed the engaging lectures and it was thought provoking.
Hybrid format- lecture 1x wk ~3hrs. Perfect length for discussion, instructing, and follow up content. Prof.: participates in composition process, gives applicable feedback, encourages one's writing style, enjoys teaching, quick response time. Attendance policy: fair, reasonable. Lectures: easy to follow, fun and engaging. HIGHLY recommended!
Professor Suwak is a great professor. I learned a little about writing different types of papers and I only say a little because it's just a tad hard for me. He is a great teacher. 10/10 recommend.
Professor Suwak gives good essay advices. You have to speak up if you need help with your essay paper. You always have to dig deep when researching topics.
Professor Suwak was one of the best english teachers I have had in years. He elevated my writing and pushed me to develop grade work. In addition, his class taught me a lot of other valuable lessons outside of his lectures. He taught me prioritization, time management, and how to research efficiently and correctly. Thank you Professor!
The class is comprised mostly of essays all 1100+ words. In my opinion the instructions for the assignments are unclear and wordy for no reason. It hard to understand what is expected of you and there is no rubrics to help understand.
Thank you Michael Suwak! You have successfully discouraged me from college.
Took Professor Suwak's class for English 1020. In Each class, we would go over the material that you had to write your essay on, so take notes of the discussions! After that, you would have 2 to 3 days of in-class writing time. Suwak would happily read what you've written so far and give amazing feedback on fixing it. Great class overall.
This Professor gives many examples and opportunities to allow you to write a unique and interesting paper talking about a poem, short story, or play and the meaning behind what the authors are trying to say.
Professor Suwak makes the course fun for students and is always willing to help students with any questions about their essays.
I would recommend Professor Suwak to anyone looking to take any English class. He was the best professor I have ever had and continually encouraged us to be better writers. Essays required outside thinking but he guides you every step of the way.
Professor Suwak designs his ENG-1010 course in a way that encourages students to explore their writing abilities. We are only assigned 4 essays over the course of the class and he encourages students to submit drafts so that he can provide feedback as the final grader; this gives students the opportunity to perfect their writing as they progress.
This professor was tough. I felt like the directions he gave for assignments never really made sense.I reached out to him through email but never got a response. I hope I never have to take one of his courses again.
Professor Suwak makes the class engaging. He provides detailed feedback and is always willing to help. Unstuck study was a great study tool alongside the textbook and class discussions.
He's an engaging teacher in class. However, there is little to no communication and he does not post rubrics or what is expected of you. You HAVE to have an elephant's memory to pass this class. He assigned an essay and sent out details (still not a rubric) two days before the essay was due and he told us to send our draft 6 days before due date.
I would highly recommend professor Suwak. Hes a great teacher and pretty funny. He only gives out 4 essay through the semester which is pretty doable. Hes one of those teachers that youll remember forever. Just try your best and pay attention. Also if you have any questions ask he will answer them and give you examples also. Best of luck!
I wouldn't recommend taking this professor online whatsoever, if you don't have an option office hours and regular communication are a must. There's no rubrics and what he may grade a C another professor would grade an A. He wants students to ask questions/enjoys one-on-ones.If you can laugh at dad jokes and small talk the in person class is better
He was always fair and helpful in rating my grades and was engaging in class. As a result, this is the first class at CSM I've felt confident in, and I ended up successfully getting a good grade! Thanks!
Professor Suwak was one of two of my professors in my first semester. He was incredibly supportive, helpful, and encouraging with his guidance in my essay writing. He has excellent communication skills, and very helpful feedback on my writing! I'm looking forward to taking another one of his classes in the Fall!
Professor Suwak is an excellent choice for a class after 1010. He avoids lengthy lectures and excessive homework, maintaining clear criteria and expectations. We explored amazing poets and authors in an engaging environment. I'm serious about my experience. This class was refreshing, with average writing required, which I appreciated.
I failed ENG1010 a previous semester due to the teachers hard grading and hard schedule, Professor Suwak's class changed my mind completely about writing and I actually enjoyed the work I did instead of dreading it
Going into the course, my ability to write an essay was not great. I have been out of school for awhile and was nervous about taking this course. He gave amazing feedback and helped me create organized, detailed essays. I was able to finish the course with a 90+ with his help.
Professor Suwak was very chill, and he put a nice comedic touch onto his lectures. I do not think his class was difficult, he laid out almost everything for you but still gave you room to be creative. I also think it is important to ask questions!! He will answer almost any question unless it is one that disrupts your opinion while writing essays.
I enjoyed taking his class. He allows you time in class to get the 4 essays done and will review your ideas in class before the essays are due. However, the lectures can be drawn out, so i would recommend to take notes in his classes.
Professor Suwak was a great professor! Be prepared for lots of dad jokes. I personally thought he was hilarious at times, the rest of my class just lacked any kind of personality that's probably why they never laughed. The essays were challenging at times but Professor Suwak always gave us a lot of information on topics & gave great feedback!
I took English 1010 with Professor Suwak for a 7-week summer term, and he was an amazing professor. If you show that you actually are trying in class, then he will work with you. He offered office hours via zoom for 3 out of 4 essays and the ability to send a draft of your essay within 6 days of the due date and he provided amazing feedback.
I took Professor Suwak's class in an online, 7-week format. Most of the class was based around three written essays, with little class structure. Professor Suwak reached out to help me plan for my essays, which I greatly appreciated. He gave my essays helpful, constructive feedback and encouraged his class to work at becoming better writers.
I ended up withdrawing from professor Suwaks class because he literally graded my essay a zero after he extended it for me and tried to accuse me of violating plagiarism. During the semester, I have been grieving one of my close friends and he was aware of that. Since the essay grade dropped my grade significantly I dropped the class!
He's a great professor, gives clear instructions. Always willing to assist. Made the content more interesting and the overall class was enjoyable.
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