Mike Olinick

Professor Olinick's class is relatively slow-paced. It gets harder right after the first two weeks (review for calc I), but I think the concepts we learn are clear for the most part, and he is willing to answer any questions. Four classes per week is a little tough, and there is assignment almost everyday after class.

I really enjoy learning calculus 2 with professor Olinick. He was kind and supportive, especially during the office hour sessions. He used the blackboard to demonstrate his process of solving math problems, which makes understanding easier.

I took this class Spring 2025 with Professor Olinick, though there was no option in the dropdown to review for that specific term. Olinick obviously still has a deep love and passion for mathematics, always bringing a positive attitude to class. It is clear he is slowing down from age, and his lectures can be a bit boring, but he is such a sweet and understanding professor. The lectures are straightforward and simple if you are paying attention, and the exam material is extremely generous, often extremely similar to the practice exams he hands out. It's an easy diff eqs class, but I worry it may not have prepared me well enough for PDEs this fall..

I took this class Spring 2025 with Professor Olinick, though there was no option in the dropdown to review for that specific term. Olinick obviously still has a deep love and passion for mathematics, always bringing a positive attitude to class. It is clear he is slowing down from age, and his lectures can be a bit boring, but he is …Read more