Great guy lots of clear notes... big bark no bite

He made my freshman history experience amazing. What I know or remember in history, I owe it to this professor. He clearly loves his subject and doesn't expect his students to love history, but appreciate it.

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History with LaSota is an experience! Tests are difficult, but very fair, fantastic lectures, great research assignments, and he is always willing to help the "needy". A real world TRIP!

I can still list and explain the causes of the fall of the Roman empire. This speaks for itself.

I did not like him that much. He was definetely tough, but not really clear. I could never follow him. I do agree that he is very helpful, and I appreciated taking history with him. Expect to study a lot!

Professor LaSorta is very hard but he has a great method of teaching & you can learn a lot in his class.

I have to say that Professor Robert Lasota has been an inspiration in my life. His frequent idioms, and references to the true meaning of life resonate in my mind to this very day - even though I took his classes nearly 4 years ago. Thank you Prof. L.!!!

STOP IT... enough said.

A great professor. Very available to his students when they come to his office. P.S. learn those machiavellian tennents !!

he has a good way of teaching..huge fan.

HILLARIOUS. His favorite phrases - "I think I'm gonna throw up!" or "Stop it!" He has a wonderful way of teaching, I would love to take a class with him again. He teaches about history AND life, so that is good. Please take a class with this man, he is wonderful.

This guy is awsome. I really can't think of many professors that can teach you so much, both about the class your taking, and about life as well. I would reccomend him to anyone that needs a history class.

hard. but i learned a lot from him. amazing teacher!

Great teacher tough but you learn a lot Generous grader

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"i think im gonna throw up..." "stop it" thats what he says. i was frightened by his loud voice as a freshman. but his unique way of lecturing is very captivating. as i look back a good teacher. i got an A

I had him for history of the american family and loved his teaching style so much I took him again for World Civ. He is hilarious!! He might seem strange/confusing to some people, but I think you have to get used to his dry/sarcastic humor. If you pay attention to what hes saying, you learn a lot! "STOP IT, im gonna be sick" haha Lasota is the man

Great guy, long lecutres, would not take anyone different...I guess im just a Tootsie Roller

Loved this guy! he's hilarious! he tries to scare everyone off the first day but don't believe him! he makes jokes all the time and is actually interesting to listen to. i hate history, but i very much enjoyed his class. his tests aren't too bad either.. he doesnt make you know dates and is generous with points. love him! :o)

Digresses A LOT. It's kind of annoying.

one of the best professors at ssc. he was a great teacher, i learned so much and enjoyed the class at the same time. just take and do the readings and you will be fine. its an easy A and he grades beyond fairly.

Was one of my favorite professors in the college. Had a great sense of humor, in fact, I use many of his quotes and stories in my classes now, giving him full credit of course. I took him for two classes and enjoyed every minute of every one. I would recommend if you have a good sense of humor and can take his style, it is just like mine now.

Love him--Commanding presence with a soft heart. Clearly loves his subject. Pay attention and ask for help when you need it and you will learn a lot from him. I was glad to take history again and he made it even more a pleasure. ARE YOU OK?

I completely disagree with the comments. LaSota is completely fair and extremely helpful! Sure he's a lil crazy but it makes the class all the more interesting. the tests are IDs and 3 essays, and he GIVES you the answers. just take notes and study!

the epitome of a good professor. you must take notes , go to class, and read the book. on the other hand, his lectures are entirely intellectual and pertain greatly to modern life. he does say "stop it" a lot, and it shows his disgust towards the topic, but he's passionate about the material, which contributes to wanting to learn the material:):):)

LaSota is one of my favorite professors at Salem State. He is not an easy professor if you are wondering whether you can get an easy A or not. Because he is fond of psychology, I trust he is one of the most caring and loving professors at SSC and he will do everything to help you with any issues you might have, let these be class related or not.

I'm a graduate of the class of '00 & stumbled across this website just tonight. Anyway, 1st class, he went on some tirade about God knows what. The next class the # of students dropped by 1/2! He said that "was his plan" b/c he preferred smaller classes - he's a riot. His tough look is a facade. Get to know him you won't regret it!

Mr LaSota is perhaps one of the most outstanding teacher in my experience at Salem State. Very passionate about truth,and presents everything very methodically. No, he is not a drive by A,but take good notes, dont miss class, and anything he recommends you to do,suggest you doit. Heis structured to make you think,soapply yourself. would take again

very hard in lecture because he jumps around. make sure you take good notes, things you think are irrelevant appear on you midterm! dont skip class, it'll screw you over. he doesnt assign work, only one paper. work hard on it and take good notes. he is willing to help you in office hours. take advantage! he looks after your best interests

Prof. LaSota is a great teacher! He is very helpful and has a nice personality. He's willing to do anything if you show him you care. You have to put in the work, but he rewards it.

If you don't attend class regularly, your grade will reflect that. He expects a lot from his students. Take LOTS of notes, study them, and you'll do fine. DO NOT leave studying, reading, and book reviews to the last minute or you will receive a poor grade. He comes off intimidating, but he's a nice guy. His office door is always open.

Professor Lasota is definitely a tough teacher but I learned A LOT from his World History class. Attending class and taking notes is key. Anyone that says he is mean or unreasonable just didn't want to put in the work. He's a great guy.

I barely missed any classes and I took really detailed notes, and I got an A. Easy as that. I took him again for History of the American Family, which is an awesome course. The negative comments on here are unfounded. He's a caring guy who actually cares about his subject as well as his students. Definitely take him, and talk to him. He's great.

He is the greatest college professor I have ever had. I took History of the American Family and I learned alot about myself as well as social issues in family settings. He can be serious but also funny. I still go back to visit him sometimes. I would absolutely recommend him.

the best teacher ever. when he explains the material it make u feel you were there. i would recommend every to take a history 101 or 102 at least one course with him.

Loved his class!! He was helpful. I would definitely recommend this teacher.

LaSota's method is 1 research paper and 2 exams for grades during the semester. I did well by studying the "GOOD QUESTION" material he spoke of in class, and wrote the paper to his specifications. HINT:Be creative with Machiavelli! See his office for questions you may have about a test or paper and he will let you know what he is looking for in a A

Lots of reading, not taking ect. Once you find a routine and learn how he tests your all set. I took him for two history courses and got two A's, I am not a history buff. Following him can be hard sometimes but again you get used to how he leaves and comes back to different subjects. Just show up.

He's very misunderstood but if you meet with him you'll see that he wants you to do good in class. He answers all your questions and helps if your having trouble with other classes. He is a really great teacher and his teaching style allows you to remember the material for years to come. His asiignments are readings, 2 tests, & 1 research paper.

I honestly enjoyed his class. He is severely misunderstood; go to his office hours, he will answer ALL questions you have. I was afraid of him at first, but he is one of the better professors I've had at Salem State. He's actually a pretty funny guy.

Best possible teacher there. He makes you work. But what you produce will be the work that you are most proud of. Many students do not get him. He's definitely meant for the advanced student, as his words, thoughts and ideas all seem to be pregnant with what he's really trying to tell you. I have nothing but the utmost respect for him. Glad we met

GO TO CLASS!! Everything he talks about has a purpose! Attendance isn't mandatory but that doesn't mean skip! Go to class, take good notes (literally write everything he says down)! Correct him if he starts going over things! Pay attention to his stories and take out the details! Be wicked creative with your essay..oh and GO TO CLASSS!!!

GO TO CLASS!!! If you want to pass his classes, go to class and take notes on everything he says. Use a laptop and just start typing. visit during his office hours and show interest. You will eventually appreciate his teaching style.

Amazing and helpful professor if you want to learn. Hard class but you will learn a lot. Visit him often and he will remember you and be there for you in any possible way. I recommend it for any class, be ready to learn, laugh and work..

He's a force to be reckoned with. Old fashioned teaching style. There's 3 quizzes,a midterm, and a final, all essay questions. He also assigns books to read that you'll write "book reviews" on(I had 2 of them). However, I learned more than I ever expected to. If you pay attention, read the books, and STUDY, you'll be just fine!

I would agree with other comments that he is a tough, old school professor. But there is a reason he is still around. He is a very good professor. His class was tough, but attend all the classes and take good notes, and you will do well. A lot of essay questions. Had an issue taking one test, and he was very accommodating. I recommend him.

Loved his class! He is very funny! If you study hard, you will be fine!

Yes he is stubborn, yes he is old, and yes he is opinionated. However he is an absolutely awesome professor! His classes consist of him lecturing for about 30 minutes and then a film or visual as he calls them and that after 3 or so you write a short three paged paper. You have a couple book reports to do and a mid term and final. Awesome guy.

I had him as a Professor in 1996! It was my freshman year at Salem State College. To this day, he's the best teacher I've ever had. He teaches history from a Philosophical Perspective. He truly opened my mind to think more critically about historical and present-day issues. To this day, I draw inspiration from what I learned

The first class; he steps up on his desk and yells Are you ready to go out on the street and die for your country? He steps down, and says by the end of this semester, you will be. Then proceeds to discuss the French Revolution. We read the Communist Manifesto and The Prince I felt so lucky to be part of his class, to read those books.