3.9

Victor Krulikowski

Social Science - Cuesta College

3.9
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
57%
Would Retake
134
Reviews
3.9
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
4.0
Clarity

57%

Would Retake

134

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Rating Distribution
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5

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19

What Students Say

This was the most difficult class for me

POLI202 - 1.0 rating

Also, he is very entertaining

POLI202 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

47%

Textbook Required

33%

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A: 19
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A-: 5
C: 5
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Reviews (134)
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GOV2
Jun 9, 2003

Very nice, tests can be hard but not too bad. Pretty funny too.

4.0
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GOV
Sep 6, 2003

No Comments

5.0
3.0
GOV2
Dec 23, 2003

No Comments

5.0
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GOV2
Mar 3, 2004

Excellent teacher, very clear and organized. Also a very funny guy and entertaining lecturer. I recommend him for anyone taking government.

5.0
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WP
Nov 15, 2004

He's sexy and organized. What more can you ask for??? I really enjoyed his class.

5.0
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GOV2
Dec 3, 2004

Makes the subject understandable and makes the class enjoyable. Very funny and very clear on what you need to know for the 3 quizes and 3 tests. Rarely hw and no outside projects or reports.

5.0
3.0
GOV2
Dec 3, 2004

He really did make the subject fun and interesting. I learned so much from this class. I would recomind having him as your government teacher.

5.0
2.0
AMGOVT
Dec 8, 2004

He is an awesome professor! He makes the class interesting with every lecture and is very funny. Presents the material in a way you can understand it. Tests are easy if you study notes.

5.0
2.0
GOVT2
Jan 20, 2005

He relates to the class and makes a dull subject interesting. Prepares you for the tests very well and tests right off the study guides. What I appreciated most, as a working student, is that he realizes there is life beyond Cuesta! He also has that kind of geeky-sexy thing going on!

5.0
2.0
POLSCI
Apr 10, 2005

He is an awesome teacher. One of the best I've ever had. He is very enthusiastic and makes the material interesting. He can make the most boring subject fun. I have learned a lot in this class and highly recommend him as a teacher. He's an outstanding teacher and a very nice guy!

5.0
3.0
GOVWORLDPOLIT
Apr 17, 2005

Hes a wonderful professor. He does have a cool train of thought, i had him for 2 classes. Hes a nice man and he even wrote me a letter of reccomendation. SUmmer school is hard though, so i reccomend taking him during the year.. Victor is awesome though.

5.0
2.0
GOV2
May 3, 2005

very good teacher! i had him for a summer session and it went by really fast... he is very passionate about what he teaches and i would recommend him to anyone!

5.0
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GOV2
May 17, 2005

He is amazing! He is one of the best teachers I have EVER had! He is so funny, he makes government fun and he just a cool person in general. And he is way hot!

5.0
2.0
GOV2
Jul 14, 2005

very friendly and clear

3.0
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INTERNATIONAL
Aug 24, 2005

His class was way to easy. Probably the material. Besides that, he would miss a lot of days. And his lectures where constantly scatered. I wish I didnt have to take him but I did.

5.0
3.0
GOV2
Aug 24, 2005

very interesting, even if you hate government. Awesome teacher!

5.0
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GOV
Grade: A+
Sep 1, 2005

He is the funniest teacher on campus. Dude offers such a great course.

5.0
2.0
GOV4
Sep 14, 2005

really nice guy, great teacher. good times.

5.0
4.0
GOVERNMENT
Sep 21, 2005

Loved his teaching style, very easy to follow

5.0
1.0
POLISCI2
Oct 5, 2005

No Comments

5.0
2.0
POLISCI
Oct 10, 2005

even if you don't like poli sci you should have fun in his class.

5.0
1.0
POLISCI
Grade: A-
Oct 26, 2005

Took his class during the election and the students were always going on archconservative tangents (it's North County). But Mr. K was pretty cool and evenhanded about everything and had a great sense of humor.

4.0
3.0
POLISCI2
Nov 2, 2005

best professor i've had at cuesta. made gov't interesting which is not easy to do. interesting lecture style, concise information and the tests are based mostly on lecture. it's an easy A if you go to class.

5.0
2.0
POLSCI2
Nov 20, 2005

I wasn't looking forward to this class at all and now it's one of my favorite. SUCH a great teacher. really sarcastic. really funny. I love his class.

5.0
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POLISCI2
Jan 8, 2006

Mr. Krulikowski made my three hour Wednesday night class not just bearable, but enjoyable. He did a great job of explaining the subject matter in the class. He is a very good teacher!

5.0
1.0
POLISCI9
Feb 22, 2006

One of the best teachers of all time. Even though Mr. CRUELikowski is "inherently evil" deep down inside, he does have a wicked sense of humor and great teaching style. Loved the class, loved him--he is totally FOXY! haha

5.0
3.0
POLISCI2
Apr 14, 2006

Krulikowski makes poli sci fun, easy to understand, and interesting. He is a very organized, straight forward and fun teacher. In college it is hard to find a teacher who actually knows how to teach and can stay on topic and schedule. Krulikowski puts all other professors to shame.

5.0
1.0
GOV2
Nov 27, 2006

Most incredible instructor I've ever had! Always organized, new the material, very clear and concise, and funny. He made a very dull subject interesting and made the time fly by. Easy-going and willing to help. Tests are super easy if you know the material. All you have to do is be there and he'll drill it into your head quite well! Take him!

5.0
1.0
PS2
May 25, 2007

Best teacher that I have ever had in my entire life. He's really funny, teaches the material in a way that you would have to be asleep to not get it. He's also really honest and down to earth. I hate government stuff and I aced this class.

5.0
4.0
POLSCSECT
Jul 27, 2007

He is the most fabulous teacher on earth. Teaching is most certainly this man's calling and any person who takes his Poli Sci 2 class is very lucky! I tried to take the same class with Weber and ended up dropping the class because I just couldn't get interested, but Krulikowski kept me interested! I love him! I want to marry him!

5.0
3.0
POLSI101
Sep 8, 2008

I wasn't that interested in this subject before the class. Now I'm Fascinated!

4.0
3.0
POLS202
Nov 20, 2008

This prof made class extremely interesting to learn about poi sci. He was super funny and very enthusiastic about the subject. You can tell he loves what he teaches. It was not an easy A. You need to take good notes and study everything he gives you on the study guide. It is pointless to buy the book. I would only by the stone book.

5.0
2.0
POLSC202
Apr 29, 2009

Awesome. Wasnt interested in the subject at all, just taking it for general ed but he makes it worth going to class! Knows his subject and makes it funny and interesting. You will need to take good notes but he gives you a pretty good outline totally willing to explain extra if you need it

3.0
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POLIT202
Jul 9, 2009

I'm not really sure why everyone thinks he is really easy and fun... The class was okay i guess, it was a short summer class and it was very hard. Maybe if it was a semester long class I would not have DROPED it already. cool guy though... I failed the first two tests.

4.0
3.0
WP204
Nov 17, 2009

Lets just say I hated anything to do with politics before and now I am completely enthralled. He's just such a good teacher and god is he fine! Best teacher I've ever had- ver smart and sexy man haha I love it. Take him if you want to drool during class (but I guess if you want to get a good grade in poly sci as well..)

4.0
2.0
POLI201
Jan 9, 2010

Very enthusiastic teacher who makes a dry class interesting. His lectures are very clear and straight foward and his class goes by quickly. Great teacher, good class.

5.0
2.0
POLS201
May 25, 2010

Great Teacher. Very enthusiastic about what he teaches and loves his job. I was very interested all semester. One of the greatest professors I have ever had.

4.0
3.0
POLS202
May 27, 2010

Makes a potentially very boring class interesting and engaging. Likes his subject and as a result I learned a lot. Completely hilarious guy too. Not overly hard, but you do have to put in the effort.

5.0
2.0
POLS202
Jun 28, 2010

Boring subject, spectacular teacher. You can tell he really loves what he does and he's pretty funny too! I enjoyed going to his class.

5.0
2.0
POLS202
Aug 5, 2010

I literally hated government before this class, but he made it so interesting! I didn't miss class once because I knew I would be missing out on some laughs if I did. Minimal homework, you do have to review for the tests, but overall an amazing professor! Take his class!!!

4.0
2.0
POLS202
Nov 27, 2010

His voice reminds me of the dinosaur from Toy Story. He is a great teacher, i had a late night class and he definately kept me awake. Really good at making study guides.

5.0
1.0
POLS202
Nov 30, 2010

Mr. Krulikowski is awesome! I never had any interest whatsoever in Political Science before his class, but now I love it! He is very engaging in class and makes everything exciting! If you pay attention and do the very few homework assignments, this class should be pretty easy for you. Highly Recommend him!

4.0
1.0
POLI202
Mar 9, 2011

EASYYYYY!!! Hes fun to listen to and if you an audio learner this is definitely the right teacher! He gives out STUDY GUIDES and basically tells you what is on the tests. Im LAZY and I got a B.

5.0
1.0
POLS202
Jun 6, 2011

Mr. Krulikowski is the best! Made class fun and interesting, I never got bored on his class. Test are easy, just follow the study guides. He curves too on tests. I got an A on this class. Highly recommended!!! Take him!! You have to!!

5.0
2.0
POLS202
Aug 13, 2011

Have to listen to the subjects he covers in class in order to get material needed for exams. Good news is that he is funny and interesting. He imparts a real broad understanding of the system. Never boring. Smartest dude you will meet at Cuesta.

4.0
4.0
POLSC202
Nov 2, 2011

I don't understand how everyone thinks this class is super easy. He's pretty chill, but most of the test are pretty difficult. Or maybe it may just be my lack of interest in this subject. Whatever the reason may be, I wish that I had gotten a better grade. I spent so much studying while I could have been sleeping.

5.0
3.0
POLYS202
Dec 14, 2011

I, personally, found the class very interesting, and Mr. K. is a totally legit teacher. If I were to change anything, I would have spent more time going over material with him after class. Great experience, take this class if you can.

5.0
2.0
HIST202
May 17, 2012

I took this class online and it was great. The exams are on campus are fairly easy to pass. He posts lectures online that read like he is actually talking to you. Just study the lectures :)

5.0
1.0
POLS202
May 15, 2013

Take him. His lectures are very clear and easy to remember just write down the essentials. Do the study guides, which are a breeze if you take notes,and you'll coast through the class. He's also very charismatic and fun to listen to! Take his class, you won't regret it.

3.0
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POLYSCI202
May 27, 2013

I struggle with this subject and although he's not the most boring teacher, he can sometimes make it hard to understand. He bases the class on tests so if you struggle with this subject and are a bad test taker like me, I would not recommend this class. Class was hard and wish he would've assigned hw to help out grades in class.

5.0
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POLS204
Jul 4, 2013

Loved this professor, if I could have had him for all my classes I would have. I only needed World Politics, but since he was teaching US Politics I took that as well. I also had my husband take his class.

5.0
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POLISI202
Aug 5, 2013

He is the best teacher ever! I took this class a second time because I had to drop it the first time since I didn't do so well. He is so enthusiastic when he lectures. He actually keeps you interested. If you ask for help, he WILL help you...and he'll actually give you good tips on how to pass his class. TAKE HIS CLASS! you'll love it :)

5.0
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POLISI202
Dec 1, 2013

The thing that helped me pass this class (and he told me to do this and it worked) was to do flash cards on the definitions he gave us. If it weren't for him telling me this, I probably wouldn't have passed the class. He's the best polisi teacher ever! take him if you can!!!

5.0
2.0
POLISCI
Feb 4, 2014

Great class! As long as you show up an pay attention you'll do great! Only have 3 quizes and 3 exams, no huge final. Only other work were a few very short homeworks. He's a great teacher and very easy to learn from. I really enjoyed this class and recommended it to a lot of people!

5.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2014

I took his online summer class and found it interesting and relatively easy. The lectures he posted were very clear and easy to read. The only thing that annoyed me was that the grade was based almost entirely on three tests and there is no way to make up points. There is a lot of reading but overall this was an enjoyable class.

4.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: A
Aug 18, 2014

Pretty easy summer class to knock out. I never bought the textbook and I still got an A- it said on the study guides that they were just general outlines of the material, but I just studied those and the online lecture notes and I still did fine. Seems like a nice guy who knows his stuff, pretty straightforward tests

5.0
3.0
POLS202
Nov 5, 2014

Took his hybrid online class. Funny. Lotsa freedom in this class. Barely any hw's, usually just occasional short responses to prompts worth 5 pts. But be ready during quiz and exam meetups! Procrastinating all his typed lectures will drain you. Lotsa reading. Enthusiastic educator.

4.0
3.0
POLS202
Grade: C
Apr 7, 2015

Best lecturer I have ever had for anything. Supper funny. Half of the quizexam grad is a multiple choice and then the other half of that grade is a couple short answer questions. I screw up on the short answer questions every time. I am sure I will get a C. SUPER pragmatic, he won't bs you in anyway. Love this guy,

3.0
4.0
POLS202
Grade: C
Apr 14, 2015

Yeah he's funny, and yes his lectures aren't boring but his tests are hard because his study guides are ridiculous. I study like 80 vocab words every time because he says KNOW ALL KEY TERMS and concepts. And who assigns an exam the day we get back from spring break.

3.0
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202
Grade: C
Apr 24, 2015

I love the subject but his test were SUPER hard. I bombed first 2 tests. His grading is based on tests no extra credit. So do the reading. I tried to meet with for help and emailed him with questions. He was very hard to connect with. I never saw my tests or quizzes after they were graded.

5.0
3.0
POLS202
May 7, 2015

Very passionate about political science. Hilarious guy. Extremely sarcastic and witty. I went into the class really dreading the boredom. He made political science EXCITING. I actually looked forward to coming to class. He made it totally interesting. very clear about test quiz material. put in a little effort and you'll get an A.

5.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: A
May 20, 2015

He's a really cool dude, and really loves the subject. His online readings were interesting and the book was okay. Mostly just review the terms and do the readings and you should be fine. Great class really learned a lot about my view points in politics.

5.0
3.0
POLS202
Grade: A
Jul 8, 2015

I took his online summer class so I didn't get any face to face time with him but I enjoyed his online lectures. I felt that they really conveyed his sense of humor and he made difficult topics interesting. Basically my entire grade was based on three tests which were pretty hard so reading the texts and lectures is important.

4.0
1.0
GOVPOL202
Grade: B+
Jul 24, 2015

Super straight-forward , no b.s. laid back Prof. Summer course was the best summer course I ever took. READ THE LECTURES!!! if you print and read his lectures, you will pass easy pezy. Barely any HW, 3 exams very straight forward. He asks four short -answer questions on exams.

3.0
1.0
POLI202
Grade: A+
Aug 14, 2015

He is a funny guy. The tests and the quizzes are super easy if you do the study guide (short) and read the chapters, and take lecture notes. Make sure you do flash cards on all the key terms in the chapters you cover. He canceled class like 4 times and posted notes on mycuesta.

5.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: A
Nov 4, 2015

BEST teacher EVER! He is hysterical! Not many assignments. Made something normally boring, very interesting. I actually learned in this class and registered to vote after. Definitely great at what he does. Very clear on what needs to be done and when. He really likes when the class participates in lecture too. Just show up and do the work.

4.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: B+
Jan 21, 2016

Krulikowski is awesome. He is definitely entertaining. He loves the sound of his own voice, but for the most part what he says is interesting. He is very sarcastic and has a dry kinda twisted sense of humor. So if you're into that he's great. The tests are basically entirely based off notes. Very easy class.

4.0
2.0
POLSC202
Grade: A
Mar 2, 2016

Loved his class. He is funny and his lectures are MEMORABLE. Yet, occasionally digress. However, these moments are KEY to the significance of the lecture. I was confident in my understanding of terms we needed for reference, and what concepts we needed to memorize. He is a fantastic teacher who grades fairly, and stays true to the curriculum.

2.0
5.0
POLI202
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 8, 2016

The hardest class I have ever taken. On the very first day he encourages you to drop it. I am typically an A student and I am a member of 2 honors societies so believe me when I say that this is a VERY hard class. I took him for Political Science 202 and actually had to drop the class. I don't recommend him at all.

5.0
4.0
POLISI202
Grade: C
Jun 10, 2016
Wouldn't take again

His lectures are amazing to read, but they are stacks of papers. If you are thinking this class is easy it isn't. You need to have this class as a main focus, the only way you can get credit is doing the online posts and passing the test and quizes. If you're not commited, do not take it until you are. A lot of people drop this classs and retake it

5.0
3.0
POLI202
Jul 18, 2016
Would take again

First time taking an online class(which I was somewhat nervous about) and it was actually pretty easy and helpful! It is a lot of reading but the lectures were to the point and a little comical at times, which was nice. Only a couple assignments and the tests were fairly easy as well. Just read and take notes!

5.0
4.0
POLI202
Jul 20, 2016
Would take again

His lectures were so well put together and he really helped you understand the material by the way he taught it. He adds witty little jokes in there that literally made me laugh out loud and helped me through it! I took the online course so my grade was the three tests I had. As long as you read the lectures and book you'll be fine! He's great.

5.0
5.0
POLI202
Grade: A-
Jul 21, 2016
Would take again

this guy belongs at a high end university. I have never been more challenged. When an instructor stops you to tell you that he is disappointed in your essay because he knows you could do better, nothing is more motivating. I will forever adore this man for his unwavering dedication to his job and his cynical optimism. UCLA bound thanks Krulikowski!

5.0
3.0
POLS204
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

Victor is honestly one of the best teachers I have come in contact with at Cuesta. He doesn't give you a ton of homework but expects your best when it is assigned. He encourages discussions when appropriate. He isn't afraid to call you out for trying but failing to open a bag chips quietly while in class. lmao

Tough Grader
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Absolutely hilarious! Cracked the most outrageous jokes, but never laughed at them or even smiled! Has a very clear, straight-forward, enjoyable teaching style, & assigns very little homework. Know the key terms from the readings, as well as the lecture, & you'll be fine. No essays, only short answers (and multiple choice) on quizzes and tests.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
POLI202
Grade: B
Dec 23, 2016
Would take again

I enjoy politics but, this class was hard for me because he actually expects you to do the weekly reading. I made the mistake of only studying notes for the tests but that is not enough because he tends to pull obscure questions. I was able to get a B without ever reading the text book besides the hw assignments. Also, he is very entertaining

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
POLS202
Jan 20, 2017
Would take again

Amazing prof! Hilarious guy- he makes the lectures really interesting. I loved this class. I would recommend doing the readings because I rarely did and it hurt me on a few exams. I truly enjoyed this class and would love to take another with Krulikowski. He should be at an ivy league- what a guy.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 27, 2017
Would take again

Professor Krulikowski is an amazing teacher. He is funny and he uses great comparisons to what he's teaching. The class goes by fast and there's hardly any homework. All classes should be attended.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
POLI202
May 18, 2017
Would take again

I LOVED his class. He's extremely hilarious and entertaining that class will fly by. Attendance isn't mandatory, but his lectures do mimic the tests. Not much homework, but there is reading to do. DON'T IGNORE IT. He will pull obscure questions from the book. His study guides are awesome, use them and you will pass no problem.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
POLS204
Grade: B
Jun 11, 2017
Would take again

Single greatest professor I've ever had. Changed the way I thought about the world, in a good way. I took govt., world politics, and political theory with him. I wish he taught more classes. Hilarious, incredibly smart, and very tough. His toughness makes you a better student, though, and a better person when it's over.

Tough Grader
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
POLI202
Grade: B
Jul 7, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This was the most difficult class for me. Teacher offered everything in the files- reading, powerpoint slides, etc. but after all the reading, I still couldn't fully grasp the concepts. I think it may be different if I took the class in person.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
POLI202
Grade: A
Jul 20, 2017
Would take again

I really loved this class. I thought I was going to hate Pols202, but Mr. K is awesome. I took his online summer class though, and I wish I would have taken the in class. There is alot of reading, so be prepared. He is very fair and organized. Not a hard grader, but you need to read to know your stuff for exams. Forum post and 3 exams, not bad.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
POLS202
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2017
Would take again

I am disappointed that my schedule was better suited for the online class rather than Professor Krulikowski's live class. The class was super interesting and inspiring. Professor Krulikowski's written lectures were very easy reads and the texts he chose supported the lectures very well. I hope to have the chance to take another class with him.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
POLI201
Grade: A-
Nov 10, 2017
Would take again

The best Professor/teacher I've ever had! I thought I was going to hate this class but it has actually made me very interested in politics. I have really learned a lot and I can't say that about my other classes. He is hilarious and a great story teller so the lectures are never boring. He clearly is well respected by his students.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
POLS204
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2018
Would take again

Funny, smart, and even-handed. Mr. K is a lenient grader who cares primarily if you grasp the material covered. If you do, you can expect to do well. He allowed (and encouraged) us to make our own study guides and bring them to class for the major tests-- making them easy as long as you had good notes to work from.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
POLI202
Mar 25, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He's alright, not the best. He's super paranoid about cheating so he will stare at you while taking a quiz or exam and pace back and forth. He gives out study guides to prepare for the exam yet when the exam is given it's nothing like the study guide.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
POLSC202
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

The lectures are some of the best out there. Hes entertaining and keeps you focused on the subject. Yet when its time for exams it killed me. I studied diligently and wasn't able to get a good grade on my exams. Written questions were the most difficult. And he makes you read a lot at home but its not to bad.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
2.0
1.0
POLI202
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2018
Wouldn't take again

A teacher who encourages you to drop the class on the first day of class is makes for a poor motivator.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
4.0
3.0
POLS202
Grade: B+
May 11, 2018
Would take again

Been going to Cuesta for some time and mr k is probably one of the best teachers Ive had. He explains everything really clearly and wants you to succeed in his class. If you get a bad grade, he will do what he can to help you out - you just gotta put in equal effort. Hes sarcastic and hilarious but well respected. 10/10 would recommend!!

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
POLI202
May 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Krulikowski is the worst online professor i have ever taken and if you take his class theres a good chance your laptop will end up in the ocean.

5.0
4.0
POLS202
Jul 2, 2018
Would take again

Took his online summer class and it was great. His written lectures were so easy to follow and nicely written. He actually made gov&politics interesting for me. If youre a good reader and note taker, you should have no problem passing this class with an A. If you dont take thorough notes on his written lecture material, youll have a tough time.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
3.0
3.0
POLI201
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

Quizzes and exams are constant. Barely any homework. TONS of reading. I mean, A TON. Multiple chapters per week on top of pages and pages of lecture material. Although, put in the effort and you will pass.

Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
5.0
POLS209
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He rarely starts class on-time and typically keeps class 5-10 min after to finish his lectures. Also, while I thought he was an effective instructor, and humorous, I also found him patronizing to his students and unapproachable outside of class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
POLS202
May 5, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Victor knows poli-sci. However, it seems that he strapped on the roller-skates and has his class on auto-pilot. Communication and feedback is nearly non-existent, even when you ask for it. Some of the lecture notes are 10 years old (did you know we "may have our 1st black president" in the next election?) Yes, Obama had two terms - 2 years ago!

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
3.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: A-
May 24, 2019
Would take again

The online class is mostly just reading the lectures and taking the test. There's a couple of homework assignments in both the reader and the "mandatory" textbook (that I didn't bother buying, whoops), but I really didn't study with either. The quizzes are just little pre-tests. Same lecture info as what's on the exam. Overall, a pretty OK class.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
POLI202
Sep 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

this guy is the worst, quizzes make no sense and he grades harsh on free response even if its on the right track. honestly worst online class I have taken

3.0
4.0
POLS202
Grade: B-
Oct 12, 2019
Would take again

While Mr. K is very knowledgeable about the subject I feel it is worth mentioning that while he is more casual he can be rude and at times offensive. On one occasion he handed back the tests and went into a somewhat aggressive detailed rant about everything wrong with one students essay response without naming them. I felt this was unprofessional.

5.0
4.0
POLS204
Grade: A-
Nov 17, 2019
Would take again

If youre a polysci major, and are genuinely interested in the content, youll do fine. If youre taking him for 202 then Id recommend Mr. Weber for a more generic government class. Mr. K is engaging, funny, witty, and Im for sure taking his class next semester, much to his chagrin.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
POLS30325
Apr 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

There was so much reading to do and I struggled to get it done. There were two textbooks to read from, reading from both books each week, and he typed out his lectures so we had to read that too. There were maybe one or two homework assignments here or there worth 10 pts, but most of the time it was reading and then quizzes/exams.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
POLS209
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2020
Would take again

Prof. K is my favorite professor I've ever had the pleasure of taking the class of. I've taken a few of his courses and he's delightful. He's very funny, clear and concise. He gives you study guides and lets you take a sheet in on exam days with all the info you prepare. If he taught more subjects, I would be first on the roster.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
4.0
POL209
May 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I did everything I could to avoid taking classes by Krulikowski. He's arrogant, disorganized, mean, and loves to hear himself talk. He'll give six examples to drive home one point because he thinks he's being funny (he's not). Tons of busy work leave you fighting for a good grade and feeling like you didn't learn anything.

5.0
3.0
POLS202
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2020
Would take again

Pols202 online (my crn was 30325) was a great class. If you did the reading from the textbook and the lectures (which were often pretty interesting) you can definitely get an A in the class. There arent any long papers, only a small paragraph or two per section. There are 3 quizzes and 2 midterms and 1 final. If you read, you'll do fine on those.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
POLS201
Grade: A
Jun 11, 2020
Would take again

Super easy class, but very informative. I feel like I learned a lot and retained most of the material even with the lack of assignments. He gives a quiz about every 2 weeks and a very short assignment about as often. Mostly lecture but I found the material interesting so it was nice. He gives feedback with almost everything.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
POLS202
Jul 30, 2020
Would take again

Krulikowski is an overall good instructor, that does distance/online learning well in the age of Covid. He does assign a lot of reading, and his lectures have a lot of fluff, but they do contain good information and topics. His tests are straight forward and shouldn't ever surprise you. You don't have to put much in to get a lot out of his class.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
POLS202
Grade: B+
Jul 30, 2020
Would take again

Took his online summer course. His distance learning on canvas is to the point & organized! As long as you do the readings, watch the lecture video, and do the discussion posts you should do great on the exams and pass with a solid A or B. Hes very understanding, especially during this pandemic. Make sure to take NOTES! and do key terms (helps).

Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
Caring
1.0
4.0
POLI202
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

By far the worst teacher I've taken at Cuesta. His lecture notes are way too long, plus the 2 book readings. It was just way too much. I didn't like his attitude, he was rude towards me via Email. The quizzes/exams don't match his "Study guides" which caused me to fail the class. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU DON'T TAKE HIM FOR Pols202.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
3.0
GOVPOL202
Grade: C-
Nov 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Victor isn't a bad Professor just a lot of reading, and for how little effort I put into his class I deserved the grade I got. If you read the notes/listen to his lectures you'll do fine. I heard from others he is really good in person, so maybe wait until in person classes resume.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
POLS202
Dec 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

By far the most unprofessional professor I've had. Extremely rude via email communication, will not bother to help you and will instead argue with you. Expects students to not know anything, and if you dare to use outside information or knowledge he will fail you for "cheating". Just avoid at all costs.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
POLS202
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The curriculum for this class shouldn't be as difficult as it is. For a beginner level political science class, it shouldn't require 2 textbooks plus 5 - 6 document long lectures per unit. This professor was unprofessional and not engaging with the class. There were very few assignments that were graded, those being quizzes and exams.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
POLS202
Grade: C
Dec 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Average class. Rude teacher. I had a tough semester, lost my job, lost some family. He belittled me for getting a bad grade. Icing on the cake of a hard year �� Tried my best. If you like political science youll probably do well.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
POLS204
Dec 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor is unprofessional and unorganized which is really problematic with online class. Online teaching is challenging, however, his unprofessional and rude attitude when communicating with students and the chaos reflected on canvas are unacceptable. Ex: assignments and lectures are uploaded inconsistently throughout the whole semester.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
POLS204
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2020
Would take again

His classes follow the format of reading - written homework - lecture on the reading. You need to attempt to understand the material yourself before he clarifies it. I really like this style of learning but it isn't for everyone. Take him if you're a poli sci major who's actually interested in the subject matter. Very good lectures.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
POLS202
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2020
Would take again

Consistent + clear in both his assignments and expectations. Lectures are posted weekly with the choice of videos or transcripts as PDFs if you prefer to read. It may seem overwhelming, but the lectures are in plain English and broken down in such a way that makes the concepts (and note taking) easy! Exams match the material well, just take notes!!

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
2.0
POLS202
Grade: B
Jan 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

WOW, what a waste of my time. This dude is teaching political science during one of the most politically polarized times and America and manages to be boring as hell. Everything you "learn" is googlable. Listen to all of his long boring lectures or you won't pass. NOT understanding or helpful!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
POLS209
Jan 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I think its important to clarify that some of the higher level poli sci classes at Cuesta are currently only taught by this professor. Meaning if you have to take the class for your poli sci major requirement you have no other options (except taking the class at a diff. community college) and are stuck with his unclear teaching and instructions.

1.0
1.0
POLISCI9
Grade: A+
Mar 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

BORING

4.0
4.0
POLS204
Grade: A
Mar 22, 2021
Would take again

Probably learned more in Prof. K's classes than any other class at Cuesta. Class format is reading-written homework-lecture, so you have to try and understand the material first before getting clarification, which I liked. Interesting lectures. Minus 1 star because one time he dinged me for formatting on a paper - this isn't an English class.

Respected
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
4.0
3.0
POLI202
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 22, 2021
Would take again

He's great.

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
POLS204
Apr 27, 2021
Wouldn't take again

barely teaches. don't take class.

2.0
4.0
POLS202
Grade: B
May 5, 2021
Would take again

This class was definitely a tough class and Professor didn't make it easier. On the first exam, I did pretty badly and wanted to see what did wrong and how to improve next time so I emailed him. He didn't respond tell a month later when I sent another email and he acknowledged he read my email but "Had a lot going on" so he apologized. Rough class!

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
POLS209
Grade: B
May 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I have taken Prof K's classes three semesters in a row because there are few Poli Sci professors are Cuesta. His classes are homework heavy! The homework counts for a ton of your grade, so do not miss an assignment. The topics always interest me, but he presents long lecture videos of just powerpoints (kind of boring).

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
POLS202
May 19, 2021
Would take again

Hes great! Pols 202 online has 2 textbooks and lecture notes, so definitely lots of reading, but not unmanageable. I got a lot out of reading and highlighting his lectures, but he has videos as well if you prefer. Cares a lot about his job and students, and works really hard. Stays on top of grading and available through email whenever you need!

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
POLS202
Grade: A
May 26, 2021
Would take again

I really enjoyed this class and the teacher. His lectures were great and really helped me understand the topic. Your grade is mainly based on quizzes and exams and then a few homework assignments.

Respected
Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
POLS204
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

He's passionate about his topic and I really feel like I learned so much in this class. His lectures are informative and engaging. I absolutely loved this class and if you put the work in, you can get a good grade.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
POLS204
Grade: D+
Dec 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Do not take this class under any circumstance. The professor is insanly unavailible, a brutal grader, and did not teach a single thing. Might be better in person but online is not worth your time.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
GOVPOL202
Grade: B+
Aug 11, 2022
Would take again

I would've easily got an A had I not absolutely bombed the first quiz but you will definitely need to take good notes and know the key terms in order to do well on the quizzes and tests. I had some deaths in my family during the course and he was very empathetic and understanding so kudos to that. He's pretty funny as well.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
3.0
POLS202
Oct 24, 2022
Would take again

if you read the required materials and watch the lectures, passing is literally so easy. consistent feedback and makes things pretty simple to understand. a bit of a tough grader, but as long as youre thorough in the homework and short answer q. on exams and quizzes, youll be fine

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
POLS204
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 23, 2023

This professor was the worst professor I have ever had. It was extremely difficult to get to understand the material, and furthermore for a 200-level class acted like we had Ph.D. in political economy.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
POLI202
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 16, 2023

I highly do not recommend this professor. Although knowledgeable, they do not make the material digestible for an introductory level class.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
POLS202
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 3, 2024

Unprofessional. His integrity as a professor is diminished if he continues. The class itself is nicely structured, though his individual temperament is chaotic.

1.0
5.0
GOVPOL202
Grade: C+
Sep 23, 2024

I have never written a review until this professor. Incredibly unclear on what you need to study for exams. Ive had 5 credit courses be easier than this simply because of how irrelevant the course material was to our first exam. extremely disappointed, 3 years here, never had a teacher this bad. 110$ UNBOUND textbook too, so enjoy trying to resell.

So many papers
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
POLS202
Grade: B
Nov 10, 2024

Very rude professor. Doesn't seem passionate about what he teaches, and will give no feedback. His online quizes/exams are proctored via honorlock and timed. His tests are all multiple choice, with 3-5 essay questions that he grades hard on. Barely any hw assignments as buffers. I don't suggest taking him at all.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
202
Grade: A
May 18, 2025
Would take again

Super nice and accommodating teacher! Material is easy to grasp as long as you pay attention. Assignments are easy points but just need to lock in a little more for the tests. He's an awesome teacher !!

2.0
4.0
POLISCI
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 14, 2025

I have never had to rate a professor until this class. His lectures are fine and informative, although not up to date. His class is a few assignments about the textbooks (which are required and in total about ~$75). His tests are weird and proctored by Honorlock. The questions are vague and difficult to study for since his study guide not helpful.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
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