This is a fantastic professor. You will learn so many interesting things in any class he teaches. This was one of my favorite classes at UCLA!

This class was awesome. Professor Spokoyny is a really good dude with an incredibly refreshing teaching style. The course was laid-back and interesting for every lecture. I learned a ton of really cool historical chemistry that has proved valuable in my experiences outside the classroom. Prof. Spokoyny himself is very easily to get along with and makes his expectations very clear. That said, he is very hands off and expects you to participate in your own learning. Participation is really paramount -- do not miss any lectures and attend OH any time you have any questions. If you attend lectures and pay close attention (stay off your phone, don't talk, take notes, ask questions, etc.), you probably won't need to study for the exams. Also, from talking with other students, this class with Spokoyny is a hands-down better experience than taking it with other professors. If you are enrolling in this class with Spok, you're making a good move. Good luck!

Taking a class with Prof. Spokoyny is always a pleasure! I have taken both Chem 171 and Chem 172 with him. What's even more helpful than his engaging and funny lectures is that his door is always open to discuss any of the materials or even help you with astute advice on how to apply to grad school. The tests are tough but it's UCLA so that's normal. If you study, do your assignments, make sure you get the material, you'll be fine! I highly recommend taking this class with Prof. Spokoyny!