very funny guy.....fun class

Tough Love. Cool guy. Deal With it.

Awesome teacher!

He's AWESOME! Great class and great guy.

CRAZY GUY, BUT AN EASY CLASS!

Finally a prof who speaks their mind. Great guy.

Very easy class...gives answers to tests in lectures. Gives packet w/ fill in the blank. Doesn't take any crap from students and knows his pop culture. Overall, I enjoyed the class.

He's neat. I definitly would recommend him...entertaining.

Sovik, what a crazy mofo. He knows his stuff, and I thought I was going to fail his class because of attendance, but turns out, HE DIDN'T COUNT ABSENCES THE WHOLE SEMESTER. WOW. Everyone who showed up for the tests, got an A... 95% class made A's. NoJoke

Awseome! Hes really funny and energetic. A blast to watch! A very fun class

a couple of years ago he got like the most outstanding teacher award at unt campus. and he deserved every bit of it! i took his pop music in american culture class. really relates to students. he's funny. want an a?...take his class! ...and he's gay-friendly...faaaboulus!

Genius!

The most interesting teacher at the university

good for an early morning class because hes very...energetic

great class, cool teacher, overall one of the best classes i've ever had.

great class, cool teacher, overall one of the best classes i've ever had.

It is only the 2 week of school; so I am not really sure how easy the class will be but I love the class so far. I am not a morning person and having Sovik at 8:00am has made it really easy to want to come to class. Anyone that has the opp. to be in his class please do b/c he is awesome.

great, hilarious teacher. lectures are VERY interesting. you actually want to go to class and you leave knowing something.

this was my favorite class! this man's class makes waking up early bearable! he's so much fun and the class in general is just bad ass

An AWESOME class and a great prof! IMHO you either love him or you hate him because of his humor. Besides his jokes however, I think Sovik is a great prof simple because he explains things well and defines well what you really need to know most. He also doesn't mind cutting up as long as you put forth some effort in his class. True, you can't really be late or absent, but he gives loads of extra credit. And if you get to go with him to Europe, I guarantee it will be the trip of a lifetime.

Other than never to miss a class (even if your mother died or you got shot in the head), you can get an A with a few hours of studying before each test. (I think there was total of 4 tests). He is a republican and throughout the semester he will try to tell you why wars are good.

Sovik is the****, take his course, go to The Czech Republic with him if you can.

I took his on-line class and LOVE him!!!! I learned sooooo much in his class and although you have to put in the time in the on-line class, it is very very very much worth it!!! Wish I could take the class again!!!

TAKE THIS CLASS!!! It satisfies a Global studies core, and It's bad ass...I took it online, and usually online classes are boring, but the way he writes the text, he makes fun of everyone relentlessly...He made the Hurricane Katrina "refugee's" listen to ROCK YOU LIKE A HURRICANE by the scorpions....He's old, and completely exploits that fact to his advantage, and acts like a hilarious crabby man....This class is amazing, and as a prof, he is top notch!

Sovik is all about common sense. His class is Crazy SHOW UP LATE AND YOU WILL FIND OUT. Tests are online. He will even tell you how to date women LOL. Every student at UNT should take him. His class not only teaches you about the history of music but also life lessons. Again JUST DON'T SHOW UP LATE TO HIS CLASS YOU WILL BE LAUGHED AT BY EVERYONE!

OMG, this man is hysterical. I'm currently taking his online class and reading his emails and notes are crazy. Information is thorough and easily accessible.

This guy was so much fun! He's a nutball, completely insane. He made class extremely interesting. I recommend him to anyone. You will never forget him.

Take this class online! Its great, vey interesting and amusing reading. He reminds youthat NOONE is watching you when youre taking the test... i copied all the lessons into a word file and just ctrl+f to find the answers. i REALLY enjoyed this class. Also, whatever you do, dont whine.

HILARIOUS and fun teacher. He blasts great rock and roll music as everyone comes into class. Easy A and actually really interesting. Just don't be late or absent. He definitely made getting up at 8am worth it.

Sovik ROCKS!

This class is very informative and even more entertaining. He doesn't ask a lot, just read the syllabus and take notes. He will give you crap if you don't do that or if you're late but honestly you'd deserve it. Tests are online (I.E. Open book, notes ect...) and he practically gives you all you need to make a perfect grade. HIGHLY recommended.

I took the on-line class and did fine. My advice would be don't even mess with the workbook, just listen to the podcasts, because he tells you what is going to be on the exams. I thought I was going to fail at first, and ended up getting an "A".

Sovik wants you to get an A in this class and gives every chance possible. Easy to take online and no chance of missing the class. Listen to the Podcasts-he is very interesting and makes this older music interesting. A great elective.

This is the best class to satisty your cultural/diversity credit. He's an attendance nazi, but if you go, you'll be thoroughly entertained. This is one of the easiet classes I've ever taken, I walked out with an A+. There's opportunity for a lot of extra credit, and the tests really aren't that challenging. Sovik wants you to get an A..so do it.

I took the Honors version of this class, and it was as easy as most people say it is, and attendance is mandatory. Going to the "talent show" at the end of the semester gives you either bonus points or a bonus absence. Sovik has an entertaining lecture style, and doesn't tolerate people that are too lazy to read and/or don't use common sense.

Sovik is hilariously irreverent. You will learn a bunch and have fun AND get an easy A if you are: 1. not lazy, 2. never late, and 3. not a complete nimrod. It's the truth. Anybody who fails his class, as he says, should probably not be in college at all.

HYSTERICAL! Took it online b/c of work schedule, wished to have taken him face-to-face. Like he said, if you can't make an 'A' in his class, you shouldn't be in college. EASY. You walk away learning something, anything & WILL remember it. Online: Read posts, fill out workbook & listen to podcasts for tests. If you get a 'B', then you're an idiot.

Sovik is COOL! Easiest class I have ever taken at a college level. I took the online course and I did not read one note, all you have to do is listen to the podcast twice before the test and you will make an A. I ended up with a B in his class and that's only because I missed the final.

The greatest ever!! Gave everyone 100 on the 3rd test because he did not have time to grade. Took the online course and got an A on out of the class. Just listen to the podcast before the test and you will make an A. Can be sarcastic if you ask him dumb questions, Never Never mass email the whole class or he will drop you from the class.

if you need to boost your gpa take this class online, an easy "A", str8 2 the point. Listen to podcast reviews, takr notes & extra credit attend vaudeville show! oh yeah its an easy A

I had the online class, and it was super easy. All you have to do is go through the online lecture and fill out a workbook. Then, on test day, you use the workbook to help you with the test. The material on the test is alomost identical to the workbook. I'm a biology major, and I really enjoyed this class. If you need an elective, take it!!!

Cool guy.. listened to his podcasts but online there are 26. There were some questions that were not covered and to me the workbook bounced around to much. Class is not made for online. 3 tests and the TPA test is th eonly tough one. Fun Class!

I really disliked how this class was outlined, only 3 tests, which were hard to get A's on because he doesn't give enough information in lecture. Also, be prepared to pay extra money for the shows. I was very frustrated with that, if you want to charge us, put it in with the tuition cost of the class.

He lays it out at the beginning of the semester. Do the work, go to class, get an A. He makes it extremely simple, especially since he wrote the text book for the course.

This course was great! If you have any issues in this course then you're either lazy or you have no right being in a college classroom. Everything was explained clearly from the very beginning. The lectures were entertaining, the tests were easy (as long as you actually pay attention). I recommend this course to anyone, even non-music majors!

Class was simple. Guidelines are clearly given and what's expected is straightforward; Attend class; read the book; FOLLOW directions. It's a good class and you're instructor likes to put on a show. If you can't pass this class then you're probably going to flip burgers and hear, "Can you Supersize that?" for the rest of your life.

I took the class online and it was pretty easy. The class consists of 3 exams, final exam (optional), and participation. Do not slack off on the participation points because you cannot pass without them.

One of the best professor's I've ever had at UNT. He's very helpful, punctual and easy to talk to about issues regarding the course. Definite reccomendation.

This professor is a blessing to UNT and it's students. For those who sits and talk bad about professor Sovik, I can say is that playa hating would never get you no where! Just take the class and you'll be blessed!

Sovik is an "interesting" professor... and I mean that in a good way. He'll spell everything out at the beginning and stick to his policies-- really strictly. Make sure you attend and participate and you'll make an easy A.

Sovik is a strange man, however he made the class fun. Just participate in class and you will do WONDERFUL. I made like 30/60 on every test and just got extra credit points for participation and wound up with an A. Post in the discussion board. If you didn't make at least a B in this class you are just lazy.

I do not recommend taking this class. I honestly believe he has good intentions of keeping the class fun by throwing interesting facts every now and then, but a majority of the material is IRRELEVANT. Do not take this class online, trying to follow the lectures and passages assigned is MURDER. Nice guy though, cool TA.

Dr. Sovik is a character. When I had him for 3020 he wore a cowboy hat. A Way to pass this class? Pay attention! There are no essays, tests are online so he's not watching (hint hint), no quizzes, all he asks of his students is to participate. His jokes are bad, but who cares?! I give him two thumbs up. Enjoy!

First day of class he lays down the law. He gave us a simple 'follow the directions' type assignment to do that only took a few minutes, and people STILL didn't do it and got dropped. He is EASY. Just participate. He is a interesting person, with interesting stories. I don't think there was a time when I actually was dreading going to his class.

Definitely more effort than an online course usually bargains for, but gaining points is rather easy if you take advantage of all the opportunities and do all right on the tests. (Although, fair warning, if something happens during a test, he won't reset it for you. You'll just have to rely on the final.) Be ready to watch videos and do some work.

TAKE THIS CLASS IN A MAY-MESTER! Online course consists of only 3 tests and 1 optional final. No extra participation needed, just pass the exams. Sure he is LOUD on the videos, but this class is the easiest A you could wish for, esp for a CAPSTONE CLASS!!! AGAIN, Take it in SUMMER!!!!

Show up to class. You can miss three times without points being deducted. He films his lectures and gives video access to all of his students. He's a fun guy. He makes some corny jokes, but it's all good fun and never boring. He can be a little scattered with material from time to time but overall is definitely on topic.

It's likely he'll press your buttons a little bit, but he's entertaining and the class is an easy A. Attendance requirements were frustrating because after you earn your A you still have to show up. He's obnoxious and the talent show sucks, but you'll get your A if you show up.

-VeryEasy"A"! -Only need 270/300 points for "A" -180 points for taking people to a talent show. Only needed 90 points in 3 tests...average 30's on tests andStillMade"A" -Watch videos (attendance & notes for tests), watch dates, do participation credits, easy "A"!

Exactly what the person down there said! Take it online and watch the videos within a week they are posted. Easiest A ever!

"Must" follow instructions, which are reiterated at least 10 times - multiple opportunities to succeed if you show up and "listen" - not for the casual attender. Must engage. Basically, great lesson for life. Very Animated teacher - calls it like it is. Fair to all, meaning "no one is special". Don't expect special treatment. Very Pro Military!

Dr. Sovik is eccentric, obnoxious and strange. His opinions are made VERY clear, hes a staunch republican. So i mean if thats your thing, youll love it. He's rude yes, but he is fair. If you participate in the talent show and have friends attend youll have an A. its a terrible show, HORRIBLE. I mean unt is an amazing music school- this show sucks.

If you get one top of the participation, you'll pass. I didn't even have to take the last test and I made an A. Pay attention and if you have the chance, definitely take it in person. He'll talk about stuff you won't agree with, but if you can use your "listening ears" he'll let you know. Super easy A. Easy tests, no book. Lots of participation!

Participation points are huge in this class. I got 350 participation points and TOTAL you need 450 to pass the class. If you can take it on campus, do it. You're only allowed 3 absences and then he drops you from the course, but that's not terrible. Some lectures fly by and others seem to take a while. Overall great class, great professor, easy A.

Is the class easy? Yes, if you follow directions. Participation credit is what helps you make that easy 'A', especially if you're not a great test taker. My advice: read the syllabus, decide how you want to earn participation credit and stick with the plan. Also, make sure you watch the lecture videos for attendance calls.

This man is a troll. He is going to try and push your buttons, and provide some interesting, funny stories about pop music whike doing so. Read the syllabus, for this class it is akin to a Bible in Seminary. Go to the talent show, use the message board, take the easy online tests, get an A. Or fail, like the idiot you are.

Favorite teacher of the semester. His lectures were always extremely informative and at the same time comical. He will keep you interested the entire time! Just be sure to sign up for the Talent Show if you take him during the Fall since you can almost get an "A" immediately after just participating in that wout even taking an exam!!

This class is so easy if you just pay attention. Make sure to show up because after missing after the 3rd time it will lower a grade letter. The talent show helped me get the A honestly without taking the last test. Just participate the talent show because it's so easy trust me. I took this class in person.

I took this class online and you really HAVE to keep up with this class or you WILL fail! I was interested in the material but not at how he presented the material. He is very straight to the pointcomes off harsh. Participation is the most important thing you can do. I would not recommend this class is you are looking for an easy advanced elective

Expectations of the class are laid out very clearly in the syllabus. Read the syllabus, check your email, read the book, watch the videos. So simple! Loved this professor. Not for the narrow-minded. Also, "HELLOOOOO!"

He is funny and love to joke. He is giving a lot of extra credit, so just do them and you will definitely pass.

Sovik is a great teacher! This class is so much fun and very engaging! You'll learn a lot about the history and culture of the United States through the medium of popular music. If you want an A, you will have to participate, though, but it's not hard. If you show up, pay attention, and put in a little effort, you can easily get an A.

Prof. Sovik provides a well organized plan for any student to get an A at the on start of the course. In fact it is possible to make much higher than an A due to the amount of chances a student receives. His lectures are hilarious, very well informed, and recorded so that the students can refer back to them for any questions. He is always fair.

As a music major taking this class, I was disappointed. It was dated: there was a tin pan alley section, a blues section, and a country section. He did not really touch on rock & roll, and not a word was said about electronic music. The class basically stopped at 1965. His lectures were also unpleasant; very repetitive and rambling.

Loved his lectures!! Looked forward to coming to class because he makes learning easy with his funny/crazy stories!! Easy A+++. He lets you know CLEARLY how to get an A since day 1.